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World-Inspired Roof Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Bali Beach Estate Villa
Bali Beach Estate Villa
David LesterDavid Lester
Surfbreak, and sunset observation deck.
Fischer Residence
Fischer Residence
Venetian OutdoorsVenetian Outdoors
Upper West Side Terrace
Upper West Side Terrace
Iris Kaplow Landscapes, Inc.Iris Kaplow Landscapes, Inc.
Yaletown Penthouse
Yaletown Penthouse
Inside Out - Design & BuildInside Out - Design & Build
Photographer: Andrea Sirois
The Emperor's Garden
The Emperor's Garden
Vacation VerandaVacation Veranda
ireland hi
ireland hi
Square One InteriorsSquare One Interiors
The out door seating area with expansive ocean view steal the show.
Terrasse à Paris 16
Terrasse à Paris 16
Scènes d'extérieurScènes d'extérieur
Bali Beach Estate Villa
Bali Beach Estate Villa
David LesterDavid Lester
Master suite private garden terrace.
Balinese Dream Home
Balinese Dream Home
Mary Washer DesignsMary Washer Designs
Robert Stein
Casa de Mackin
Casa de Mackin
PGI HomesPGI Homes
Contemporary Family Home with Tropical Twist
Contemporary Family Home with Tropical Twist
Katie Malik Design StudioKatie Malik Design Studio
Wild Milano
Wild Milano
Alberto GuallaAlberto Gualla
Lavori in corso per la progettazione di un terrazzo milanese in stile tropicale. Ispirati dai colori e dalla vegetazione della jungla stiamo progettando questo terrazzo che sarà completamente immerso nel verde e allo stesso tempo avrà delle aree ben distinte tra le quali una zona living per i pranzi in famiglia e con gli amici, una zona relax all'ombra di una pergola e un divanetto dal quale godere della romantica luce della luna e delle stelle.
City roof terrace
City roof terrace
Diane Stein Design for Sheffield FurnitureDiane Stein Design for Sheffield Furniture
The perfect oasis in the city!
Structure Bois et voiles d'ombrage modulable d'un restaurant gastronomique
Structure Bois et voiles d'ombrage modulable d'un restaurant gastronomique
Pierre Siaudeau DesignPierre Siaudeau Design
Suite au cyclone Irma de 2017, le restaurant l'Esprit, sur l'île de Saint Barthélémy a été gravement endommagé. Hormis la rénovation du lieu, situé en pleine nature, près des parc salin, le chef restaurateur souhaitait une structure modulable, pouvant protéger ses clients des fortes pluies pouvant s'abattre soudainement. Sachant que le chef est natif du bassin d'Arcachon, j'ai proposé une grande structure de bois, pouvant supporter les cyclones, dans un esprit de cabane Arcachonnaise, avec des voiles de protection pouvant s'ouvrir rapidement par des Winches, rappelant ainsi l'esprit des bateaux.
Terrasse à Paris 16
Terrasse à Paris 16
Scènes d'extérieurScènes d'extérieur
Belliveau
Belliveau
Pierre Senéchal DesignPierre Senéchal Design
created a very zen and peaceful sanctuary.
つなぎ梁の家
つなぎ梁の家
西島正樹／プライム　PRIME Inc.architecture & planning西島正樹／プライム　PRIME Inc.architecture & planning
大きく屋根の張り出し、内部空間に近い感覚で楽しめるバルコニー。 2脚の椅子は、ARNE JACOBSEN (アルネ・ヤコブセン)がデザイン　Fritz Hansen（フリッツ・ハンセン）社が制作した 「セブンチェア ナチュラルウッド 3107」
Yaletown Penthouse
Yaletown Penthouse
Inside Out - Design & BuildInside Out - Design & Build
Photographer: Andrea Sirois
Tropical Guest House
Tropical Guest House
SeibelWerksSeibelWerks
Upstairs Observation Deck
Battersea roof terrace for entertaining
Battersea roof terrace for entertaining
Plunket GardensPlunket Gardens

World-Inspired Roof Terrace Ideas and Designs

There’s nothing quite like an outdoor space with a view and if you’re elevated up high then there’s more chance of getting that view. Even if you’re not blessed with a natural view from your home, an elevated space outdoors will at least give you the chance to survey the land in front of you; whether that’s a few square metres or whole acres! A terrace is one way of achieving this as it gives you the flat surface of a patio but elevated; either on a flat roof, as decking in your garden, or extending out from your house at ground level or higher. Whether a world-inspired terrace is your only outside space and you want it to function as a garden or you’ll be using it as a dining or seating area, there are all sorts of world-inspired design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a world-inspired roof garden?

UK homeowners are resourceful when it comes to outside space and will make the most of anything they can get their hands on, so it’s no wonder that in urban areas and cities we look to the roof for a place to get some rays. A world-inspired roof terrace can work in just the same way as a decking area, but you just may need a few extra elements to make it more comfortable – a way of shading an area from the sun, perhaps a parasol or sun shade, a touch of green to break up the stark nature of a roof, and a drainage system that will stop rain water collecting in colder months. If you want to create a whole garden on your roof you’ll be a little more restricted than when on ground level. Plants may have to remain potted, but you can find companies that design and install green roofs – systems that allow plants to be planted into the roof surface. However, green roofs can be costly and tricky to install, so stick to pots and raised flower beds if you want to stay on the safe side. Loungers, deck chairs and rattan chairs are great pieces of roof garden furniture as they’re portable and can be moved around your rooftop garden easily; perfect for sun chasers. However, if you want to create a larger sense of space for your roof terrace design, think about built-in benches or seating around the sides or a corner of your roof garden.

What to consider when designing garden decking

A decked garden area may look simple once finished, but there are so many factors to consider when it comes to putting together decking ideas. You’ll need to think about the materials you want to use, the balustrades or railings you might choose, whether you will have a raised deck and decking steps, and whether you want decking lights.

Which decking material is best?

Composite decking is a popular choice for outdoor deck material because it offers a combination of practicality and style. The boards are made of wood and plastic fibres so that the classic wooden look is kept but the plastic fibres mean they will be much more durable and easier to maintain than traditional hardwood. If you can’t resist the natural look and feel of hardwood decking boards, then yellow balau, iroko and ipe decking are suitable outdoor boards that will give you the classic feel of a traditional wooden deck. Remember, with hardwood decking you will regularly need to treat the wood to keep it clean, waterproofed and to maintain the colour. As wood is usually more of an investment than composite or plastic decking, it’s a good idea to speak to decking specialists or timber merchants because they will be able to advise you on the best wood for your design and how best to treat it. You may find that different decking materials are better to suited to different types of terraces; whether that’s on a roof, in the garden or on a balcony. Whether you are designing a terrace, balcony or decked garden area from scratch, or just looking to decorate what you already have, take a look through the photos on Houzz to find terrace and balcony ideas and inspiration.
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