terraces

plural of terrace
as in balconies
a flat roofless structure attached to a building from their terraces residents of the high-rise have panoramic views of the city

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Recent Examples of terraces These terraces extend the riverside tidal park vertically, enveloping visitors in the nature that finds its home on the building's surfaces while offering spectacular views of Rotterdam. New Atlas, 1 Aug. 2026 Outdoors, the setting comes with an infinity-edge pool, a swim-up bar, covered terraces and multiple entertaining areas designed to take advantage of the lake-and-golf-course backdrop. David Caraccio updated July 31, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026 The converted building with its red brick facade is favored for its large windows, multi-level layouts, outdoor terraces and ceilings that reach up to 25 feet. R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 The larger bedrooms have lounge areas and many of them open to water-view terraces. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 29 July 2026 Pittsburgh International Airport opened the first of four outside terraces on Wednesday, continuing its trendsetting reputation. Barry Pintar, CBS News, 29 July 2026 The hotel’s newest Homes offer a residential-style stay with expansive terraces, spa access, and exclusive hotel amenities. Dan Howarth, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2026 Gold interiors, sea-facing terraces, and 36 rooms and suites designed around the view of the Adriatic. Jason Phillips, USA Today, 22 July 2026 The penthouse comes with a pair of private terraces and floor-to-ceiling windows that have uninterrupted views of the Hudson and World Trade Center. Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 16 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for terraces
Noun
  • Some rooms at the Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove feature views of Monterey Bay; others have balconies and fireplaces.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Staterooms are boutique-hotel luxurious, featuring king beds and private balconies for sunrise coffees.
    Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Designed by architect Bart Prince, this sculptural spot stuns with floor-to-ceiling windows and six viewing decks with impressive vistas of the Sandia Mountains.
    Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026
  • If his startup years were defined by pitch decks and investor updates, Philips’ life now is defined by alarms and factory floors.
    Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 2 Aug. 2026

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“Terraces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terraces. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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