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Roof Terrace Design

Private elevated living — designed for comfort, privacy and daily use.

A roof terrace is among the most technically demanding outdoor design projects. Before any planting or paving begins, structural load capacity must be confirmed, waterproofing and drainage assessed, and privacy from neighbouring buildings resolved. At Stones Jordan, we approach roof terraces as complete elevated living environments — not furniture and planters placed on a roof. We assess the structure, coordinate with engineers where load calculations are needed, and then design a space that functions beautifully across all seasons. A successful roof terrace addresses: structural loading for planters, paving, and furniture; waterproof membrane integrity and drainage direction; shade and wind protection for year-round comfort; privacy from overlooking buildings; plant selection suited to exposed, elevated conditions; outdoor lighting for evening use; and connections to the interior spaces below. The result is a private outdoor room that extends the home upward — as functional and refined as the spaces inside.

Roof terrace design in Amman with a steel and wood pergola

"Private elevated living — designed for comfort, privacy and daily use."

—Structural load assessment before design begins

—Waterproofing, drainage and thermal insulation

—Privacy solutions from overlooking buildings

—Planting selected for elevated, exposed conditions

What's Included

Structural load assessment coordination
Terrace master plan and layout
Waterproofing and drainage design
Planting schedule for elevated conditions
Outdoor lighting and electrical plan
Privacy and shade structure design

This service suits

—Roof spaces currently unused or poorly designed
—Apartments with roof access seeking outdoor living
—Villas wanting to activate the rooftop
—Commercial buildings adding outdoor hospitality areas

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently asked about this service

01What structural checks are needed before designing a roof terrace?

Before any design begins, we assess whether the existing roof structure can carry the additional loads of planters, paving, furniture, and people. Where calculations are needed, we coordinate with a structural engineer. This step is non-negotiable — it determines the design possibilities from the start.

02How is privacy handled on a roof terrace?

We study the directions of neighbouring buildings, sight lines, and seating positions carefully. Privacy solutions include tall planting, screens, architectural elements, and intelligent orientation of seating areas so users feel the space is entirely their own.

03Which plants work on a roof terrace?

Rooftop plants need to be selected for their ability to handle direct sun exposure, wind, heat, and limited soil depth. We choose species that thrive in elevated exposed conditions, require manageable irrigation, and provide privacy or shade as needed.

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OUR COMMITMENTS ON EVERY PROJECT

Scope Clarity

Services, deliverables and exclusions are defined in writing.

Schedule Visibility

Scheduled reviews identify issues that may affect progress.

Continuity

Our involvement follows the agreed project scope.

Quality That Lasts

Materials built for the long term, not just day one.

One Contact

You deal with one person. Start to finish.

FREE CONSULTATION

Discuss your project with our design team.

Tell us about the property, timing and priorities. We will explain the most appropriate next step and the information needed to define the scope.

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