In landscape architecture, a "belvedere" is a place with a beautiful view. It is a special location that gives you a commanding prospect over the view. It can be an opening between trees, a platform or a pergola. Or over the rooftops of Paris at dawn...
We saw the connection to the balconies and terrace of the condominium homes of our clients. So we created our own word for the place where exceptional outdoor living experiences happen in condo homes: Balvedere.