75 Inspiring Rooftop Terrace Design Ideas

If you have a studio apartment with a roof terrace – it’s a present! Designers create amazing roof terraces of different styles, with gardens, fireplaces and dining zones. Here you may spend the most relaxing, wonderful and philosophic moments of your life. If the surrounding nature is picturesque, enjoy a calm dinner with candles; if you live in a big city – the light of the night city would be great! A wooden deck is a classical variant, add some modern furniture and a glass fireplace – and the relaxation zone is ready! Forged furniture would look amazing in combination with gardens and plants in pots. Look for some more ideas below and choose your design!

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A movie screen would be a perfect addition to summer gatherings.

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With plants you can easily create a privacy fence to protect you from harsh urban environments.

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Lounge and dining areas should be on your terrace in case you want to throw large parties there.

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Moody lights would make any terrace more inviting if you want to spend your free evening time there.

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This modern rooftop terrace is a real refuge in the heart of the city where owners could relax in. Btw, it features a small yet amazing garden.

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Built-in benches and planters make a terrace look modern and stylish.

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To turn an upstairs deck into a gorgeous retreat add some seating, string lights and rain curtains there.

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An outdoor kitchen is a perfect thing to have on a terrace if you like to grill steaks by yourself.

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A hot tub is another luxurious thing to make your terrace a gorgeous place to spend time after working hours.

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Any rooftop terrace could become a small private garden.

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Your rooftop terrace is high enough A telescope is what you need there.

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A rooftop terrace that features lots of teak wood always looks modern and gorgeous.

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This rooftop lounge doesn't feature any furniture but a bunch of floor pillows is more than enough for a cozy daydreaming.

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An outdoor pit fire would be a great addition to any rooftop terrace. It'd be great way to spend an evening around it if it's chilly outside.

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Simple muted colors of this terrace won't distract from admiring the nature around it.

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This rooftop lounge area features an amazing, airy, minimalist design. It's perfect to enjoy some sunlight.

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If you use wood creatively you could make any space cooler. In this neat solution wooden planks creates a well organized nook.

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Glowing outdoor seating and planters are perfect to make your terrace more glam.

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Greenery is what makes any city's terrace better.

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If the weather allows you can grow lots of things on a rooftop terrace. You can even create a small vegetable garden there.

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Even a tiny terrace could provide a number of inviting spaces for entertaining.

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This terrace is a great example of breathtaking minimalism. A low table and two chairs are only things you really need there.

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This rooftop baraza is a perfect place for an afternoon nap.

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Floor cushions are perfect solution if you don't have a roof on your terrace. You can always hide them away.

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Transform a rooftop terrace into a lush garden retreat to get some fresh air in the middle of a city.

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Making DIY pallet benches is a very budget-friendly project to create additional seating for any outdoor area. Besides, such things always looks rough yet stylish. Btw, a small outdoor kitchen which consists of a single Weber BBQ unit is always a welcomed addition.

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A modern fireplace and a good looking fountain would make any lounge space so good you won't want to leave it.

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A pergola could make any rooftop lounge area more inviting.

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If there is a possibility to get an ocean view then at least a small terrace is a must. A small table and several chairs are only things you'd need there.

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A look at the late night city as well as the hills will make you love life even more.