A free-standing roof structure provides a shaded lounging area. This pavilion garnered a first-place award in the 2015 NADRA (North American Deck and Railing Association) National Deck Competition. It has a meranti ceiling with a louvered cupola and paddle fan to keep cool. (Photo by Frank Gensheimer.)

Tim Mooney
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary rooftop and rooftop deck in Sydney with an awning.

photo by Emma Cross
Design ideas for a contemporary rooftop and rooftop deck in Other with a pergola.

This is an example of a contemporary backyard deck in Geelong with a pergola.

Christian Duvernois Landscape/Gallery, Photo by Grylion
Design ideas for a contemporary rooftop and rooftop deck in New York.

Design ideas for a traditional deck in Seattle.

Didier Nadeau
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary three-storey brown exterior in Marseille with wood siding and a shed roof.