eight-seat dining on a direct living terrace is the dream, though the virtual staging is doing some wishful thinking about the width here. real planters are already established along the perimeter, a nice head start. the brick neighbors across the way will be joining you for dinner visually, so this is more tuesday night casual than impress-the-clients territory. still, you walk right out from the living space, and that counts for a lot.

eight and a half feet of width puts this just over the threshold for actual use, and the westward orientation means afternoon light without the summer scorch. a direct living terrace with honest city views, a small tree doing its best in a planter, and weathered teak furniture that suggests someone actually sits here. the neighbor sightlines are real but not oppressive. room for two to dine comfortably, four if everyone likes each other. the bones are simple, the potential is there.

those japanese maples and layered evergreens represent years of patient growth, not a staging budget. ten feet of width accommodates both the dining setup and a proper lounge without crowding, which is exactly what a direct living terrace should deliver. string lights suggest someone actually uses this space after dark. the neighboring buildings are close enough to wave at, but the mature plantings create a green buffer that earns real privacy. west-facing light will reward evening use.

great size and excellent excellent vegetation, make this a lovely respite. well worth the one flight of stairs.

this loggia-like terrace has many things going for it, the elevation ensures excellent view, the ceiling height ensure it feels open, and the size makes it practical. the wind will limit is use to calm days.

this direct roof terrace is a classic "look but don't touch" scenario. while the size is decent, access via a ladder from the primary bedroom is more of a gymnastic feat than a luxury feature. the lack of perimeter protection makes it a liability for anyone without wings.