Landscaping | CONTEMPORIST

Where a Roof Once Sat Bare, a Garden Now Grows

March 21, 2026

Designed for entertaining, this rooftop terrace keeps the focus on the city view while offering space to gather and unwind.

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Outdoor Entertaining Done Right: A Backyard Built for Gatherings

September 7, 2025

An Ibiza-inspired garden makeover featuring a vibrant mosaic wall, bespoke outdoor kitchen with BBQ, York stone dining area, handcrafted hardwood bench, and a lush herb wall. Bright pink lounge chairs and evergreen planting create a colorful, family-friendly backyard perfect for entertaining.

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Nature, Comfort, and Design Meet on This Urban Rooftop

September 2, 2025

This “hut in the sky” brings plants and natural touches to a rooftop escape.

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This outdoor living room turns a garden into a gathering space

August 21, 2025

A concrete garden pavilion in Cape Town blends light, landscape, and modern materials with open-air living, seating zones, and an outdoor kitchen.

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Terraces and Japanese Maples Shape This Zen Backyard

August 4, 2025

A narrow, sloped backyard is transformed into a Zen-like garden retreat with a winding ramp, concrete terraces, and layered plantings. It also features a reflecting pool, Japanese maples, and panoramic views.

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A Rooftop Garden That Turned a City View into a Private Oasis

July 18, 2025

Terraced hardwood steps and porcelain tile define outdoor rooms in this rooftop retreat, creating the feel of a private yard high above the city.

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