Designing a rooftop terrace

Explore inspiration and tips for designing your rooftop terrace.

Living in a high-rise apartment can be great, but unfortunately, it doesn’t always allow you to have a garden. Fortunately, a rooftop terrace provides a solution when there's no space for a traditional garden. On your rooftop terrace, you can enjoy the green outdoors right outside your home, with a beautiful view from the top! We're happy to share some handy tips with you to help you design your rooftop terrace.

Creating a fabulous rooftop terrace in 3 steps

The first step is to decide what purpose you have in mind for your rooftop terrace. Do you want to lounge, sunbathe, dine, or perhaps even garden? A large rooftop terrace allows you to place various types of garden furniture. Consider the atmosphere you want to create and choose the right flooring for your rooftop terrace. Wooden decking provides a cozy look, while terrace tiles are suitable for a more modern style. If you're not sure which garden style suits you, you can view our various garden styles here.

Step 1: Choose the right garden furniture for your rooftop terrace

If you'd like to furnish your rooftop terrace in a modern style, consider placing a lounge sofa made of white, beige, or dark gray aluminum. With such a modern set, you'll create a stylish loft atmosphere! Thanks to the durable material, the sofa can stay outside all year round. A partially open frame creates a sense of space.

Alternatively, teak garden furniture immediately adds a warm and luxurious look to your rooftop terrace. Teak wood complements both a rustic and Scandinavian garden style.

Step 2: Parasol for shelter

A rooftop terrace can get quite hot, which is why a parasol comes in handy when designing your rooftop terrace. It provides protection from the sun and creates shade. Our parasol colors perfectly complement our garden furniture and cushions.

Due to the possibility of sudden strong winds on rooftop terraces, we recommend choosing a freestanding parasol, also known as a ‘push-up parasol’. Its manageable weight allows you to easily move it and store it in the winter. At Life, you'll also find fun and practical parasol accessories.

Step 3: Add greenery to your rooftop terrace

Give your rooftop terrace a touch of green, so it still has the ambiance of a garden. Incorporate plants and flowers in a planter on the ground or on the balustrade. Opt for plants that can withstand sun and wind, such as grasses, geraniums, lavender, and yellow marigolds.

If you desire some privacy on your rooftop terrace, place a garden screen as a partition. This way, you create an atmosphere while maintaining your privacy. Hang charming shelves on the screen where you can place decorative accessories or plants.