If you are currently planning your terrace and are aiming for a modern garden design, some inspiration could be very useful to you. And then this article is probably just right, because we have put together 11 minimalist outdoor areas and modern terrace examples that can serve as suggestions if you also want to create a modern terrace. Take a look at the beautiful elements that are available for you to design, among other things.
Modern terrace ideas
A modern garden with a simple design can be seen here. Simple doesn't necessarily have to mean few plants. Even with several specimens, a garden can appear minimalistic if they are not too lush and are also distributed in an orderly manner throughout the garden. With minimalism, modern terraces should also be designed simply. You can see a great example here.
For example, use a lot of concrete. This terrace not only has concrete walls, but also an impressive concrete roof that offers protection from the sun or rain on hot summer days. There are also modern terrace tiles, as well as modern terrace slabs with wide joints in between, as they are so often used in minimalist gardens.
Modern concrete patio furniture
If you have onecreate a large terrace, it is recommended to divide these into several areas. A comfortable seating area, a dining area and a garden kitchen were designed for this terrace. The design in simple, gray concrete, combined with a wooden floor and wooden furniture is a great idea for modern terraces.
Modern gardens for every taste
This example also involves a large plot of land, which allows for the design of different areas. The large terrace extends from one side of the house to the other and consists of pool area, dining area, a covered lounge and an open-air lounge. Here you can view the modern terrace design from above.
Minimalist patio ideas
Beautiful terrace areas and gardens are a matter of taste. What one person likes doesn't appeal to another at all. But if you like the minimalist outdoor area, then this garden is also great inspiration. If you are designing modern terraces, you should also think about the garden design.
Pool, dining area and terrace seating area
Plan the garden terrace, but also other elements such as flooring, garden paths and any terrace plants to guarantee a perfect distribution of furniture and decorations. This example was designed simply. Various wooden furniture and surfaces give the outdoor area a pleasant, warm atmosphere.
This large, modern terrace is also divided into different areas. An irregular shape was chosen to make the outdoor area more interesting. Modern patios often have more than just one seating area if space allows. That is also the case in this example. Apart from the dining area and the cozy lounge, there is another seating area designed around a fire pit.
Pool on the terrace
The pool area is equipped with several loungers. You can say that this area is another terrace. Here you can see how you can set up several modern terraces at the same time to guarantee the best comfort. There are no roofs here. However, awnings, parasols or sun sails can also be added later.
Simple garden
The garden is particularly simply designed. Only a green lawn and large trees on the edge of the property decorate the outdoor area and make the small garden appear larger. For minimalist outdoor areas, you can also choose modern terrace coverings like this, where wood can be wonderfully combined with concrete or natural stone.
Modern patio privacy screen made of wood
Since this is a fairly small backyard, the terrace extends over the entire garden and is the highlight. The dining area and the area for sunbathing by the whirlpool were not only spread over several levels, but were also wonderfully integrated into the garden design. So if you want to plant the terrace, you can see how this can be done with this example of modern terraces. The decoration on the dining table is also a beautiful eye-catcher.
Design a small terrace
Modern patio plants that you can also decorate the garden with for a minimalist style are grasses. They are suitable for beds as well as for creating planters, pots and flower boxes, so you can decorate and design any area outside with these plants. Modern terraces are often framed with raised beds, as is the case here.
Garden and terrace by the sea
This impressive property is located directly on the sea and therefore has its own jetty through which guests can also visit by boat. This terrace and garden design with a pool area, in which the lighting has also been beautifully arranged, proves that a perfect design is possible with a smaller size.
Stair and pool lighting
If you are planning a pool in your garden, you should also think about lighting, as this creates a wonderful atmosphere in the evening. Other areas in the garden can also be nicely lit and at the same time highlight modern terraces. In this example, the steps leading up to the house have built-in lights.
Barbecue area in the garden – ideas for a garden kitchen with a bar
Also worth mentioning is this area with a garden kitchen, grill and bar counter. All of this is under a fairly small canopy with recessed lights. Also choose wall coverings that are simple and preferably monochrome. Bright colors are less suitable. In this area the wall was designed with light gray natural stone tiles.
Green privacy screen for terraces and gardens
A small lawn was created around the pool, leaving no room for beds and other plants. If your space is limited, you can use this idea for modern terraces and choose a high hedge as greenery, which also functions as a fence and privacy screen. This makes the outdoor area look much more natural.
Modern facade
The covered terrace runs along the window fronts and then merges into a spacious seating area, which also has a roof. It is not uncommon for modern terraces or seating areas not to be located directly in front of the house. This variant is chosen when you want to highlight another area in the garden instead, as in this case the long pool.
Design a terrace away from it
However, the pool is not directly in front of the narrow terrace, which serves more as a garden path. It is separated from the house by a narrow lawn, which is also decorated with minimalist stepping stonessquare shapeis provided. This is another example of modern patios that utilize this type of garden path.
Terrace design pictures
You may also want to combine multiple styles for modern patios. That's no problem at all! The minimalist look of gray concrete-look walls is combined with exotic patio furniture and textiles that represent Buddhist style. Depending on the furnishing style, you can also decorate the terrace.
Terrace for the pool house
So that guests can also enjoy maximum comfort, many homeowners opt for a pool house that can serve as a guest house. Modern terraces are also a great idea for the design in front of and around the pool house. The pool house itself consists of two separate rooms, one housing the bedroom and the other the bathroom.
Modern patio roofing
The terrace was then designed between these two areas. You can also equip modern terraces with a modern pergola. In this case it is made of metal and is located between the two areas of the guest house to provide pleasant shade. But that's not all this terrace has to offer.
Design a terrace with a fireplace
A cozy seating area was created from an original, antique sofa with a matching coffee table. The large fireplace, which the seating area faces, is also an eye-catcher. You can also equip the seating area with a carpet to make it look even cozier and more homely. In this way you quickly get a second living room, but this time outdoors.
Terrace with pool and whirlpool
This property also has its own jetty and is designed similarly to the previous example by the sea. Modern terraces can be visually separated from the pool area, even if it is located directly on the terrace. For this purpose, two levels were simply designed in this garden. The dining area is located on the terrace with direct access to the pool and garden kitchen.
Idea for small gardens
When planning your terrace and garden, consider how much green space you value and design the terrace and seating area accordingly. This outdoor area has more tiled areas than green ones. Plants are only found at the edge of the property and in this way form the property boundary.
Lots of seats
This outdoor area completely lacks green spaces. Plants are found in some beds and in containers and provide some natural accents in the garden. But there are more than enough seating areas in the form of benches and modern chairs in turquoise. As you can see, modern terraces and gardens can be designed with any number of plants.
Wooden pergola
Wooden pergolas are perfect. The only important thing is that the pergola has a modern design, as is the case in this example. Like the plants in the garden, the furnishings on the terrace are rather simple and timid. Two modern turquoise chairs and three bar stools at the bar were used to create seating areas.
Design modern gardens and terraces
You can see here again that different materials can be used for modern terraces. If gray and white tiles give off an atmosphere that is too cool for your taste, you can also use wood as floor covering. In combination with patina, which was used here for the steps and the fireplace, an interesting look is created.
Decorate with gravel
The steps were also extended and used as beds at the same time, creating the look of raised beds. A great idea is without a doubt to frame modern terraces with gravel. In this example, pebbles also serve as flooring for the dining area below and the cozy seating area made of lounge wicker chairs above. Plants were abundantly distributed here.
Several modern terraces
Several patio areas have been designed in this outdoor area. There is the pool area, which is equipped with a glass railing and lounge chairs. Two seating areas are located under a transparent pergola as a canopy, which guarantees partial shade, perfect in the slightly hotter spring.
Living ideas for the terrace
For the summer, you should remember to have a protective roof available. This is also the third seating area on this property, characterized by comfortable furniture that makes the terrace feel like a living room. The floor and ceiling are decorated with warm wood and a cozy atmosphere is guaranteed.
Garden fireplace for modern terraces
As you can see, the furnishing ideas for the terrace are numerous. Whether with a fireplace, dining and seating area, with a roof over the garden kitchen, you have to decide for yourself what the best elements are for your area. However, consider as many options as possible when planning your terrace before you commit and plan carefully!
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