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 Many of its original details, from formal entry galleries and large terraces to ornate moldings and herringbone floors, remain. — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2026 Designed by architect Nicola Spinetto and created by Romain Larue from Orati, the eco-friendly structure — which resembles a chalet and is dubbed Banijay House — includes meeting rooms, a reception area and several terraces. — K.j. Yossman, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026 All 150 king rooms have private terraces, with pale woods and décor in cool taupe shades, while some of the suites have plunge pools, private gardens or two bedrooms. — Siobhan Grogan, TheWeek, 12 Oct. 2026 The fashion house’s first such project in Latin America will house 73 residences, only two per floor, with expansive private terraces and a host of wellness and recreational facilities once completed in 2029. — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026 Not only do the suites come with baths, some have terraces—which is very rare for this city. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026 Navigating strict municipal planning regulations and tight seasonal building time frames, the team enclosed existing outdoor terraces to gain additional interior space. — Michael James Gardner, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2026 But behind the sunny terraces, a longer slump has been brewing. — Sam Birchall, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026 The living room is the home’s focal point, according to its listing, with vaulted ceilings, fireplace and walls of glass framing the pool, tennis court, and terraces. — Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
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Noun
  • Those who prefer oceanfront balconies should stay in the East Tower.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The Chicago Department of Buildings says a River North high-rise with crumbling balconies is safe, for now.
    — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Most include decks or private patios with firepits ignited by the turn of a switch.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The terrace actually spans two decks—something which Sirena says is totally unique, even among larger superyachts—with an elegant wood and metal staircase that leads from the airy patio on the main deck to a plush lounge on the deck above.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2026

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“Terraces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terraces. Accessed 18 Oct. 2026.

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