Whether you own a building that has a rooftop patio or you are in charge of designing one, there are a few things that you can do to create the ultimate luxurious rooftop experience for every tenant to enjoy. From adding a louvered pergola to adding a little bit of green space, this article will list a few tips to help you get that perfect rooftop that you've been wanting. 

Add  a Louvered Roof Pergola

Having some shade but not too much shade is essential when you are building a rooftop. One of the best ways to do that is to add a louvered roof pergola, which is a pergola that has long, skinny slats on the top of it. This sort of design is perfect because it will give you enough shade during the day without it being too much. Also, it will still let you see the stars at night when you are sitting underneath it. If you live in an area that gets a lot of rain, then consider having a canvas cover made to cover all of the slats so that rain can't get through but people can still enjoy spending time on the rooftop. Contact a supplier that carries louvered roof pergolas in your area to learn more.

Outdoor Lighting

Outdoor lighting is a must when you are creating the perfect outdoor ambiance, even on a rooftop. To help create the perfect nighttime ambiance, string some outdoor lights across the top of your pergola. Then, you can also have lighting installed in banisters (even if they are brick) so that the ground is highlighted. If you are going to add any sod or gardens, then you can also install garden lights in the ground to illuminate it so people can see where they are going at night. 

Grass or Green Space

If you live in a part of the country where having actual sod on your rooftop is feasible, then that's a great way to go, but if you live in a part of the country where it's not or if you just don't want to handle the upkeep, then consider having turf laid on the roof. You don't want to cover your entire rooftop in turf, but you can sketch out a small square space and then put some fun outdoor games on it like an oversized Connect Four or corn hole. Then, you can also put some outdoor seating like lawn chairs on it so that people can lounge throughout the day.