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Terraces and outdoor spaces.

An architectural gathering place under the open sky – with an outdoor fireplace, dining area and outdoor kitchen.

Terraces and outdoor spaces

An outdoor space used for much of the year.

An outdoor fireplace, dining area and outdoor kitchen under one roof.

The outdoor space becomes an extension of the house when materials, furniture and functions belong together – from the terrace out into the garden.

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    Covered zones

    Fireplace, dining area and kitchen sheltered from weather and wind.

  • 02

    Multi-level terrace

    The outdoor space as an extension of the house.

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    Indoor–outdoor transitions

    Material looks for terraces, outdoor spaces and transitions between indoors and outdoors.

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From the project archive

Drøbak.

Covered terrace with an outdoor fireplace, dining area and outdoor kitchen. Click an image to enlarge it.

Photographs from the Drøbak project in VBKU's project archive.

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Zones of the outdoor space

One outdoor space, several functions.

A well-planned outdoor space brings together the places where you cook, dine and relax.

  1. 1. Outdoor fireplace

    A stone fireplace wall and room for long evenings.

  2. 2. Dining area

    Natural stone and ceramic tables sheltered from weather and wind.

    Outdoor furniture
  3. 3. Outdoor kitchen

    Grill, worktop and sink brought together under cover.

    Outdoor kitchens – Studio Pietra Element
  4. 4. Living area

    Floors and surfaces that tie the outdoor space together.

    Outdoor furniture
  5. 5. Transitions

    Materials that tie the terrace, outdoor space and indoor rooms together.

    Outdoor tiles
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Inspiration

Terraces.

Illustrations and material inspiration for terraces and outdoor living areas. Click an image to enlarge it.

The images show design and material inspiration, not confirmed products or completed VBKU projects.

Detached house with a covered terrace, steps and garden

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