A few years ago, balcony platforms were used exclusively for storing things that did not have a place in the apartment. Today the use of balconies has become more rational. The owners of the apartments now have the opportunity to equip the additional area at their own discretion.
Modern finishing materials allow you to turn a balcony into a full-fledged room with a functional interior. The purpose of the balcony rooms can be different - it depends on their quadrature and the wishes of the owners.
Do you offer a lot of original ideas to create corners for work or relaxation on the balcony area? and you can implement them with your own hands.
Before you start decorating the balcony, you need to free it from trash, throw away unnecessary things without regret, and use those that will definitely come in handy in the future in the interior.
The balcony is an excellent platform for the implementation of the most unusual design ideas.
This article contains the best ideas for arranging a balcony space: study them all, and then bring to life one of your favorites.
The most successful ideas for the beautiful design of balconies and loggias with descriptions and photos
1. If you do not have the opportunity to spend time outside the city, but you love nature, decorate your balcony with plants. You can even imitate the design of a summer cottage: install a small wooden "fence", put a carpet like a lawn covering on the floor, and add a small birdhouse to this picture. Eco-style design is ready.
2. Do you have a few irregularly shaped luminaires that are mainly used for outdoor lighting? Use them in the design of an open balcony. A chair with a blanket, a warm rug on the floor, ivy and other plants in tubs will give the impression that you are not on the balcony, but in a gazebo in the country.
3. Another option for arranging an open balcony involves the installation of a compact sofa. An armchair and tables will still do the trick. This set of furniture will be enough for a comfortable stay. And, of course, don't forget about herbal accessories.
4. If there is enough space on the balcony, install a bench in this area. The interior can be supplemented with an armchair and a table that have an identical design. Choose pillows and other textiles in a similar color scheme. The combination of green and blue looks very fresh.
5. In this photo, the main component of the balcony interior is folding furniture, and the highlight is an unusual lighting fixture on the ceiling. Set up a rack for placing plants in pots. One pot of flowers can be placed on the table.
6. Natural shades prevail in this interior. The brown wooden table is in harmony with the bench, which has been transformed by the mattress and pillows into a kind of sofa. The warmth of the decor is given by a yellow bedspread, patterns on the pillows and pots with plants in a similar range.
7. A balcony braided with grapes will become your city gazebo. Climbing plants make the wall look cold. And so that the sun does not spoil your holiday in hot weather, install an umbrella on the balcony.
8. A small wooden table and the same chairs are enough to create a tea corner on the balcony. And so that the situation does not seem dull, complement the decor with plants.
9. In order to provide a cozy atmosphere on the balcony, a small round table and two chairs are enough. It is imperative to lay a rug on the floor, and hang blankets on the chairs in case of a cold snap. In summer, indoor plants can be taken out on the balcony.
10. In the next photo, comfortable white chairs are organically combined with a miniature table and pots with ornamental plants. Put a flower on the table, and be sure to decorate the floor in brown tones to make the design as natural as possible.
11. Well, this balcony interior breathes tenderness. The color of the chairs - blue and pink, a pillow with floral prints, pots with flowers on the wall - all this sets you up for romantic thoughts. Staying on such a balcony improves your mood.
12. Here the attention is drawn to the accessories of the original color. Striped flooring and cushions add personality and charm to this balcony interior. Despite the fact that the balcony is open, it looks like a full-fledged room.
13. If you don't want to part with the things stored on the balcony, install at least a cabinet to ensure order. It is great if the cabinet has sliding glass doors: due to this, you will be able to visually enlarge the balcony space. And the window sill can be decorated with petunias.
14. Even a small balcony can be used as a resting corner. The small table and chairs will also fit in a small area. In warm weather, it is very pleasant to have a snack outdoors.
15. If you like modern style directions, use one of them not only for decoration and design of living quarters, but also for the balcony. A well-insulated balcony can be used at any time of the year, regardless of the vagaries of the weather. The red trim looks attractive and fashionable.
16. If you can't place a full-fledged sofa on the balcony, but to create a place to relax, oh, how you want, install a wooden cabinet, and lay out beautiful pillows on top. Hang two more pillows on the wall, and use flowers for additional decor. Well, a table with wicker chairs will provide conditions for snacks.
17. The oval shaped balcony deck is especially spacious in the door area. Place a table with chairs in the free space. We also recommend installing a shelf for ornamental plants. It is better to hang curtains made of airy fabric on the windows so that as much natural light as possible gets into the room.
18. How else can you decorate a balcony beautifully inside? This balcony continues the living space. It is used as a mini-study for work or homework. The table next to the windows will always be well lit. Finishing in yellow-green tones is uplifting.
19. How to equip a small balcony? If the balcony is really small, this does not mean that you cannot equip a sleeping place on it. The bed can take up all the space. You can lie on such a bed, contemplating the landscape that opens from the windows.
20. The table on the balcony does not have to be supplemented with chairs, you can install a cabinet on one side, covered with a mattress on top. And fix the pillows on the back of the wall to create an imitation of a sofa or ottoman. If there is a need to increase the space, the furniture can be assembled.
21. A distinctive feature of this balcony interior is the wood trim and furnishings. The wood-trimmed wall and the same furniture allow you to create an atmosphere that is in no way inferior to the decoration of country houses. This decor looks not only presentable, but also cozy.
22. If the balcony is open plan, set aside time in the evenings to admire the city, glowing with hundreds of lights. On such a balcony you can have dinner, and in the daytime you can even sunbathe.
23. Do you want privacy, but there is no place in the apartment where you can be alone? Create a secluded area on your balcony! To do this, it is enough to hang a curtain and place an armchair in the corner of the balcony, well, a few original accessories will not hurt.
24. Do you like to lie in a hammock while relaxing at a summer cottage? Why not hang a hammock right on your balcony in your city apartment! And if you want more convenience, you can always move to the sofa.
Advice: use similar materials to decorate a hammock and a sofa.
25. A hanging chair in a balcony setting is another creative idea. Furniture that looks like a cocoon will allow you to create a fashionable decor and will not take up much space.
26. A wooden bench and a table with chairs made of the same material will make a harmonious set. Gray accessories are ideal for such furniture. Red windows and potted plants liven up the setting.
27. Many apartment residents equip a place for food in the balcony areas, thus saving space in the kitchen. This is the ideal solution when the kitchen area is small. If you install a bench in such an area instead of ordinary chairs, you will also get a resting corner.
28. Do not want to force the balcony with furniture - limit yourself to an armchair and a shelf for books. If you love to immerse yourself in the world of literature, you will have a secluded corner for that. As additional details, you can use a picture, flowering plants and a rug with an original color.
29. On the balcony area, you can arrange a snack area. To keep the balcony from looking cluttered, use compact furniture and be sure to use a windowsill. The decoration should be dominated by light colors - in this case, the balcony will seem more spacious.
30. Balcony interiors with a bean bag chair without a frame look unusual. If you want to create a cozy atmosphere, be sure to repair the balcony area, put it in order.
31. In most European countries, the climate is milder than in Russia, which is why open balconies are most often found there. On such balcony platforms it is especially pleasant to relax, bask in the sun and enjoy the landscape. And snacks in the fresh air are great pleasure.
32. Are you dreaming of creating a bar area in your apartment, but there is not enough space? Use the balcony platform for this purpose. Long tabletops, high chairs in combination with sliding doors will help create an ultra-modern decor. It is especially pleasant to be on such a site in the evenings, admiring the sparkling lights of the city.
33. The interior of the balcony, in which there is a screen with a projector, looks no less original. With such a screen and a sofa, you can watch movies right on the balcony area. Take note of this creative idea.
34. In most cases, the balconies in apartments have a modest square, for this reason, the arrangement of the available area must be approached especially rationally. Complete your balcony with easy-to-use furnishings that take up minimal space, such as a hanging chair, folding table top and bar stools. A hanging wicker armchair made of bamboo will complement the design picture.
35. If there is enough space on the balcony, place a washing machine there. Thus, you can unload the bathroom or kitchen. Use the balcony to your advantage.
36. Do you want to take a break from everyday worries, but there is no time to go out of town? Set up an area for relaxation in the apartment: put a thick mattress on a slight rise and add beautiful pillows to the bed. Well, decorate the wall behind the makeshift bed with plants in unusual tubs.
37. You don't want to throw out old pieces of furniture, but do you find their use in the interior of living quarters inappropriate? Set aside space for an antique chest of drawers or other furnishings on your balcony. To prevent the decor from looking dull, decorate it with ornamental plants.
38. Arrangement of a bed in the balcony area is a great solution for owners of small apartments consisting of one room. The owners of such housing always complain about the lack of space, and the presence of a balcony makes it possible to create an area for privacy. If you want to relax on the balcony with maximum comfort, take care of its thermal insulation.
39. Do you want to plunge into the atmosphere of romance? Arrange a date right on the balcony of your apartment. Serve the table and light candles in a presentable way, while the panoramic view will provide additional surroundings. This setting is conducive to romantic dates and declarations of love.
40. If the layout of your balcony is open, and you have no desire to resort to glazing, because it will require considerable expenses, be sure to keep a warm blanket at hand so that you can keep warm if the weather changes. Create comfortable outdoor activities.
41. If you are fond of flower cultivation, use the balcony for this. The balcony area can be turned into a greenhouse. Ornamental plants are the best way to transform a space.
42. Interiors (and balconies are no exception) acquire originality due to small details. How to equip a balcony in Khrushchev with your own hands? You can, for example, hang a table on the wall, which is used by ophthalmologists to check the eyes of patients. A table with an unusual inscription and yellow chairs will make your balcony non-standard. Try yourself as a designer, do not be afraid to implement your own ideas.
43. Were able to find non-standard pieces of furniture - decorate the balcony interior with them. Due to unusual products, you can create a stylish balcony decor. Dilute the dominant muted shades with brighter ones, and the color balance will be achieved.
44. If you are in doubt - install a sofa on the balcony area or use a hammock for relaxation - you can implement both options. Decorate the sofa with pillows in covers with original prints, and it is better to choose a bright hammock.
45. If you often take work home or are a freelancer, equip an office on the balcony. You do not have to allocate a separate room for a work area - this is a great opportunity to save living space. To create comfortable conditions, it is enough to put a table and an office chair, and the floor can be covered with a fur skin or a beautiful rug.
46. And in this balcony interior, the emphasis is on the wall. The red wall cladding is complemented by crimson cushions on a white bench that looks more like a sofa. The red and white combination in the decor is considered one of the most successful.
47. If you do not know how to decorate a window on the balcony, give preference to blinds. You can hang vertical or horizontal structures - both will provide good protection from the sun and give the room a modern look. Quality blinds are durable and easy to clean.
48. Chairs on the balcony can be replaced with a long bench, in harmony with the finishing of the ceiling and floor. Use sliding doors instead of regular door leaves. Glass doors will help to visually expand the boundaries of space.
49. Creative ideas in the design of the balcony are welcome: instead of ordinary chairs, use boxes with foam rubber pads. Such boxes not only have an original look, but are also spacious. Additional originality of the interior will be given by pillows on the walls with English letters. Another interesting detail in the design of wall surfaces is reproductions of famous canvases or paintings with plant motifs.
50. Balcony interiors are often fitted with wicker furniture. The main component of the balcony furnishings, presented in the next photo, is a hanging chair. A pillow with unusual prints makes this furniture even more original.
51. Do you like it when there are a lot of accessories in the interior, but those at home do not share your desire to fill the rooms with things that are unnecessary from their point of view? Hand-embroidered pillows, carefully crafted by your hands, the cage where the birds once lived, the grandfather's hat - all this can be used to decorate the balcony.
52. The balcony interior can be decorated in the same style that was chosen for the living rooms of the apartment. For example, if black and white shades dominate in one of the rooms, use them to decorate the balcony. Accents are set with variegated tones - add just a little yellow, emerald or lilac.
53. Not enough space in the kitchen? Use the balcony to accommodate dishes and other kitchen utensils. Equip shelves on the balcony platform and beautifully arrange things used in everyday life. You can even dine on the balcony, you just need to put a table there and equip it with the right number of chairs so that all family members have enough space.
54. The next photo shows a balcony with a peculiar narrow layout, decorated in white. This decor is simple and stylish at the same time. The restrained white-gray range is diluted with green plants.
55. And this photo shows another version of the cabinet. Of course, such a work area cannot be compared to a real office environment, but it is quite suitable for using a computer. Households will not bother you, as is often the case in the living room or other living quarters. It is not at all difficult to equip a secluded corner on the balcony.
56. If you want the cabinet in the balcony area to look modern, and the decor is in line with fashion trends, decorate the space in a minimalist style. Do not clutter up the room with unnecessary things, put rationality in the forefront.
57. Those who like to spend time outdoors in the evenings can be advised to use lanterns in decorating the balcony space. Luminous balls will transform the entire design of a small room. This setting is great for organizing a date.
58. If the balcony is small, use a table decorated with flowers and fruits or berries in vases brought from the summer cottage as the main component of the interior. On such a balcony, you can read or have tea drinking. Folding furniture is convenient to use - if necessary, it can be quickly removed.
59. A lover of painting can be advised to put an easel on the balcony. You can create in privacy. And inspiration will be promoted by the view from the window. And if you want to take a break, you can always drink tea with lemons collected from a lemon tree growing on the balcony.
60. The balcony area overlooking the bedroom can be converted into a dressing room. If there is not enough space in the room to store clothes, place them in the closet installed on the balcony. This storage system is ideal for those looking for order.
Advice. If the balcony is small, it can be completely taken away under the dressing room. And use curtains to separate the rooms.
61. A great idea is to place an armchair-bed on the balcony: you can relax in privacy at any time and admire the view that opens from the balcony platform. Brown and white tones contribute to creating a calm atmosphere. You can put a couple of figurines on the window, and hang a small picture in a frame on the wall.
62. A conventional armchair with legs in a balcony interior can be replaced with a low one, with a seat located directly on the floor. Sitting in such an armchair, you can dream, read a book, and with the advent of dusk, light candles and immerse yourself in romance.
63. One of the most popular materials for facing balconies is plastic. With its help, you can create a presentable design at a low cost. Plastic finish in white is the best solution for small balconies.
64. Do you collect dolls or other things? Decorate the balcony with them. Use shelves to place the collection, and a stylish tablecloth on the table and beautiful pillows on the bench can give the interior a modern look. A few original details will help to transform the usual environment.
65. Do you want to be able to lie down on the balcony, but there is not enough space to accommodate the bed? Replace it with a box covered with a mattress. Lay a small carpet with an original print on the floor.
66. And this balcony looks like a full-fledged living room. The stylish white sofa is in perfect harmony with the wall finish. A table with a black top will look no less elegant. The setting is enlivened by a floral bouquet.
67. Benches are often installed on balconies - they are much more comfortable than chairs. A small mattress and pillows make this furniture comfortable. Accessories and live plants fill the interior with bright colors.
Among the owners of apartments with glazed balconies, there are many who dream of an open-plan balcony area. Of course, open-type balconies are inferior in practicality to glazed ones, but in good weather they turn into a piece of paradise, ideal for relaxation. And if you equip the site with comfortable furniture, then you won't want to leave this place at all.
68. For those who do not have the opportunity to go to have a rest at the dacha, we can recommend equipping a recreation area right on the balcony: for this it is enough to install a bamboo chaise longue and an umbrella. And instead of a table, you can use a drawer. If you're in the mood for an afternoon nap, there's no better place.
69. Replacing the storage room with a balcony is not the only way to use the balcony space. If there is a table and a small sofa on the balcony, you will be able to receive guests in this area. But before you invite your friends to have tea in the fresh air, put things in order and repair the balcony area.
70. All owners of glazed balconies are wondering how best to finish the floor. Most often, the floor surface is tiled or stone. Some people use decking similar to decking. The main advantages of this material are lightness and durability, it is resistant to the aggressive influence of the natural environment, which means it is also suitable for open balconies.
71. The cladding of wall surfaces has a great influence on the visual perception of the balcony interior. Siding is most often used for wall decoration. This material outperforms plastic in terms of durability. It is cheaper than wood. Wall cladding with modern siding will make it possible to create an aesthetic balcony decor.
72. Do not use too much furniture in the interior of the balcony. Limit yourself to a miniature table with chairs and a small sofa. It is most convenient to use folding furniture products - they can be quickly removed with the arrival of cold weather or sudden precipitation.
73. In this photo of the balcony interior, we see an open area on which there is a high table and two chairs, thanks to the pillows that look more like chairs. Numerous accessories (pillows, plants, watering can) give the balcony a familiar feel.
74. Well, this balcony looks more like a patio. The atmosphere here is so comfortable that it even attracted a pet. On such a sofa, not only the owners can sleep, but also their four-legged pets. Wall bulbs provide good illumination at dusk.
75. If folding furniture seems uncomfortable to you, flat pillows can be placed on the chairs. Cases with floral prints will especially appeal to romantic people. And real flowers growing in pots will fill the air on the balcony with a pleasant aroma.
76. You can sunbathe not only on the beach, but also on the balcony. To do this, you just need to put a chaise longue, and you will have the opportunity to swim in the sun without leaving your apartment. Create a resort area in an urban setting.
77. Another photo showing that the balcony is ideal for organizing a romantic date. A tray with glasses filled with champagne can be placed on a small table, and you yourself can sit on the sofa. This cozy corner is given a special charm by living plants that have covered the wall.
78. The more spacious the balcony area, the more flowers will fit on it. And to make it more comfortable to admire the beauty of plants and inhale their wonderful aroma, put a bench on the balcony and do not forget to put soft pillows on it.
79. Furniture made of wood is used most often for arranging a balcony space. Such furniture can be made with your own hands or purchased in a store. Eco-decor created in an urban setting with wooden furniture and living plants will make you feel like a part of nature.
80. Many apartment owners create summer dining rooms on their balconies. It is easy to imagine yourself as a European resident on such a balcony. In the open area, you can arrange get-togethers with friends and family tea parties.
81. In this photo of a balcony interior, attention is drawn to pillows in checkered covers and ornamental plants. In order to create such a design, large expenses will not be required. Such a design gives a charge of positive emotions and adjusts to a peaceful mood.
82. And in the next interior of the balcony, accents are set with green accessories. All details complement each other organically, each element fulfills its purpose.
83. If your region has a cold climate, this does not mean that the open balcony area is unusable. In autumn, winter and spring, sunny days also happen. And in order not to freeze in the wind, keep a blanket or fur cape close at hand - you can wrap yourself in them while drinking tea on the balcony.
84. Simplicity in the interior of the balcony can be no less attractive than the setting that reflects a complex design concept. This balcony area is decorated in a rustic style, and you just want to have a tea party in it.
85. The interior of this balcony is filled with colors of autumn. Simple furnishings seem more sophisticated with floral arrangements. This decor will appeal to any city dweller who wants to get closer to nature.
86. Plant elements are eye-catching in this photo as well. Beautiful flowers make it possible to transform an open balcony. A table with a chair has a practical function. Such a balcony area can replace the veranda of a country house.
87. Floral elements are actively used in decorating balcony spaces. The choice of colors is so large that you can easily select plants that are in harmony with the overall finish of your balcony. Flowers will not only transform the balcony area, but also fill it with magnificent aromas.
88. And in this photo, you can immediately notice the harmonious combination of a rug on the floor with sofa cushions. Bright textile accessories and an unusual chest add originality to the interior.
89. The balcony area, immersed in greenery, is perfect for snacks in the fresh air. In this photo, you can feel the spring mood, bright emerald colors fill everything around with energy.
90. Plastic finishing is one of the most popular solutions in balcony decoration. The plastic lining is in perfect harmony with the plants in the tubs. To some, this design may seem modest, but it definitely has its own charm.
91. This balcony area has been decorated in blue tones. Of particular interest are containers with flower arrangements, reminiscent of designer urns. This design looks presentable and original.
92. It is enough to open the glass doors to find yourself on an open balcony area. If you are tired of being indoors, such a balcony will give you the opportunity to breathe in fresh air and observe what is happening outside your apartment.
93. Contemplation of multi-storey buildings causes a feeling of melancholy in many. But if you decorate your balcony beautifully, you will no longer be upset that you live in a metropolis. Flowers and stylish accessories will transform your balcony into a cozy place to relax.
94. If you like to spend time reading, equip a corner for your favorite activity on the balcony area. If there is no room for a sofa, it doesn't matter: replace it with blanket-covered drawers and place some soft pillows on top. Flowers in tubs and a rug on the floor will make your balcony even more comfortable.
95. Do you want the interior of the balcony to charge you with positive emotions? Decorate it in turquoise colors. Flowers and bright accessories will not let you feel sad. All residents of the metropolis need such a balcony.
96. A striped rug on the floor, bright pillows on the sofa, flowers in pots - all these details give the balcony interior individuality, make it expressive. Colorful textile elements set you up for positive thoughts, even if the weather is cloudy outside.
97. In the design of the balcony, you can use not only wooden, but also forged furniture. And so that metal products do not seem cold, decorate them with bright accessories.
98. Finding a zest in the design of this balcony is as easy as shelling pears: the attention is drawn to the bright lemon and purple elements. Contrast can be seen in everything: in folding furniture, in containers for growing plants. Such a palette will appeal to cheerful natures. Only the rug here is discreet, it is even somewhat lost against the background of this riot of colors, but at the same time it does not spoil the picture at all.
99. Another idea for creating an original contrasting balcony design is a combination of red, emerald and versatile white. The accent shade in this composition is red. White chairs and a table combine with green vegetation to balance the decor.
100. Owners of small-sized balconies can purchase a furniture set made of natural wood. This set includes a wide bench with an angular configuration and a semicircular table. Weather permitting, you can comfortably sit on the balcony for a cup of tea or coffee, while admiring the flowering plants.
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In this article, we have presented a photo gallery of the most beautiful balconies and loggias in a modern design. Guided by this selection, you can also aesthetically decorate your balcony area. Each of the presented design options has enough advantages to draw attention to them.
Choose the design that you like the most, and bring this idea to life - turn your balcony into a cozy room or an open area, rationally and beautifully organizing the available space.
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Are you still using your balcony to store your old sledges, skis, and all kinds of junk that perhaps no one will ever use? Given the constant rise in real estate prices, this use of your square meters can hardly be called rational. How about getting rid of all the unnecessary and transforming a balcony used as a smoking room or a drying space into a potentially new space for a study, a home workshop, a place for short meals, or even a summer bedroom? Whatever area our dwellings have, there is always not enough space. We bring to your attention a selection of interesting design projects for arranging balconies and loggias with a wide variety of functional purposes.
Where to begin?
Before turning your precious 2-5 square meters into a cozy corner that will become your pride, you need to develop a detailed plan of action. First of all, you need to decide whether your work on improving the balcony or loggia will be decorative (the structure remains open and only the facade is sheathed with finishing material) or constructive (the balcony must be glazed and insulated). The choice will depend on your personal preference and expectations. Someone lives in the south of our country and has a magnificent sea view that opens directly from the balcony. It is enough to refine such a structure and equip a place for meals with a gorgeous view of the seascape. And for someone, a non-glazed balcony will be covered with snow for most of the year and its improvement will require a considerable amount of action taken. But first things first.
We decorate an open balcony
Having the opportunity to be outdoors without leaving your own home is a great idea for those who live in the southern part of our country. From the point of view of the design of the facade of an open balcony, the owners do not have many options. In addition to the traditional cladding of the fence, you can decorate the structure with original forging and live plants. It all depends on how the facade of your apartment building is decorated and whether you want to join the existing options for decorating your own parapet or stand out from the general background.
In modern apartment buildings, you can most often find a solid metal frame with inserts of transparent, translucent or molded plastic of all kinds of color solutions as a fence (as a rule, the tone is selected for a harmonious combination with the color of the building facade). To create an original image of an open balcony, you can use a custom-made forged frame. In any case, before planning the reconstruction of the appearance of the open balcony, find out if the building has historical value and if residents are allowed to decorate the parapets at their discretion.
An excellent way to decorate a balcony in the case of an open structure can be the use of living spaces. In order to preserve as much as possible all the available internal space of the balcony for placing furniture, use the following devices for placing plants:
- flowers are located along the side of the railing;
- live decor is located at the base of the fence;
- at the end of the balcony, you can use a cascade or stepped arrangement;
- for climbing plants, lattices that are attached to the walls on both sides of the doors are ideal.
Obviously, the decorative approach to the design of the balcony is a seasonal event, designed for warm, dry weather. Therefore, all furnishings must be mobile, lightweight and preferably foldable. Choose compact garden furniture that is not afraid of various exposure options - from moisture to burnout in the sun. And be prepared for the fact that in a strong wind with rain, you will need to bring textile elements (pillows, removable seats, blankets, etc.) inside the home. There are much more design and functional variations in the design of a closed balcony - let's dwell on them in more detail.
General list of works for a closed balcony
So, if you decide to transfer the outer part of your home into additional living space and have already decided on its functional purpose, then the following types of work await you:
- mandatory assessment of the condition of the balcony - slabs and fences;
- glazing of the structure;
- insulation, waterproofing with preliminary elimination of all cracks;
- in some cases, the dismantling of the balcony block follows (depending on the reconstruction option);
- works on laying electrical systems;
- alignment (filling) of walls and floors (may not be available - it all depends on the types of finishing work);
- finishing;
- arrangement of furniture and accessories;
- decorating a new room.
Balcony glazing
There are two types of glazing: cold and warm. The so-called "cold" glazing is used if the balcony or loggia just needs to be protected from moisture and dust, but it is not envisaged to organize an additional room there to perform any functions. With this type of glazing, one of those options for the construction of transparent structures is usually used:
- "Frameless" way - the barrier looks like a solid glass sheet. In fact, parts of the transparent wall can move along horizontal tracks to open and close windows;
- wooden swing doors;
- sliding or swing-out structures with a metal-plastic profile.
If you need to carry out "warm" glazing, then the option with the use of plastic double-glazed windows is the best way to create high-quality heat and sound insulation. Very often, in such cases, the technique of removing the frames by 15-25 cm beyond the plane of the facade is used for some expansion of the balcony area. The feeling of spaciousness and a fairly wide window sill that can be used as a work surface is a great bonus for the owners.
From the point of view of decor and bringing originality to the design of the balcony through the glazing stage, you can use tinted glass, stained glass, products with laser engraving or photo printing. Depending on the design solutions, such decor can be used both fragmentarily and for the entire surface of the protective glass barrier. Modern double-glazed windows can be made with any color scheme of the frames, imitate any type of wood. The original appearance of the glazing is the key to creating a non-trivial image of a balcony or loggia.
Installation of insulation and waterproofing
This stage of work must be taken with full responsibility - not to save on materials and specialist fees. A poor-quality installation of heat and waterproofing can subsequently nullify all finishing work, lead to damage to the furniture and, as a result, return you to your starting position with the need to rework the repair. Minor savings at this stage of work can result in significant costs for reconstruction and loss of time.
Polystyrene most often acts as insulation for floors, for walls and ceilings - expanded polystyrene or technoplex. Any insulation is mounted only after all the cracks have been removed and processed. To create a vapor barrier recently, foamed polyethylene is most often used, which is laid with the shiny side inward. Further, on the surface, it will be possible to mount the crate to create surface finishes.
The most effective way to insulate a loggia is to install a so-called "warm floor". One of the most affordable ways to install the system is an infrared film floor. In such a room it will be really warm and comfortable at any time of the year. Temperature control modes allow you to independently set the microclimate of the additional room.
Electric installation work
The amount of work on the wiring will depend on the estimated number of lighting sources and household appliances used on the territory of the balcony, the presence of "warm floors" and whether the loggia is being repaired in conjunction with the main alteration of the apartment or not. If the reconstruction concerned only the balcony, then you can not complicate the process and confine yourself to a conventional extension cord, having previously calculated the required section taking into account the maximum load.
The number of light sources will directly depend on what you expect from a balcony or loggia. If this is a place for breakfasts and rare evening romantic dinners overlooking the cityscape, then one lamp or built-in lighting will be enough. If the additional room will be used as an office, workshop or children's play area, then one light source will not be enough. The number of lamps is also influenced by the size of the balcony and its location relative to the cardinal points.
Finishing work
The choice of finishing materials directly depends on the general idea of using the auxiliary room. But, regardless of how you will use the balcony or loggia (create a winter garden or install exercise equipment), there is a list of the most popular finishing options suitable for the special microclimate of the additional space:
- MDF panels;
- PVC finishing panels;
- to eliminate irregularities and create cladding, niches and other structures, moisture-resistant drywall is perfect;
- cork (creates excellent heat and sound insulation);
- decorative plaster;
- fake diamond;
- painting;
- combining different materials to create an original and durable coating.
The choice of material for creating flooring is influenced by the presence of a system of "warm floors", but in general, any modern raw materials can be used:
- ceramic or stone tiles;
- floor board (parquet);
- laminate;
- linoleum;
- carpet.
If we talk about the choice of the color palette, it is obvious that in a modest room in terms of area, light shades will look much more organic, allowing you to visually expand the space. But, on the other hand, if all your furniture and decor of the balcony (loggia) are made in light colors, then you can choose more colorful color solutions for the background.
Examples of using a balcony for various premises
Only at first glance it might seem that the limited space of the balcony significantly reduces the list of possible options for using this additional room. The modern owner has not used this utilitarian room as a pantry for a long time, but arranges there an office, a workshop, a greenhouse, a children's area, a playroom for adults with billiards, a gym, a hookah room, a place for meals and even a bedroom.
In order to place a complete and functional environment on several square meters with a specific geometry, it is necessary to resort to various design techniques. It involves not only a visual expansion of space through the use of light finishes, mirror, glossy and glass surfaces, but also the installation of compact furniture (more often custom-made according to individual sizes), the maximum release of the floor - folding furniture, shelving and consoles that are attached to walls.
A place for meals is one of the most popular uses for a balcony or loggia. If your balcony offers an excellent view of the cityscape, or even better - you can see the sunrise or sunset from your windows, it will be unforgivable not to use such a wonderful opportunity. The width of some loggias allows you to install a compact dining table, while in others you have to be content with a bar counter or a narrow console (most often a continuation of the window sill). Installation of a compact round (oval) table or folding panel can also be an effective technique.
Another popular solution is to organize a reading and relaxation corner on a balcony or loggia. It is logical to install shelves for your home library and organize a convenient place for reading books in a light-filled room. Even if the balcony is glazed with frames, there will still be enough natural light for comfortable placement. In this case, in addition to shelving with books, it will be necessary to install a couple of comfortable chairs or a compact sofa, an ottoman.
In order to organize a modern office, you need very little usable space. It is precisely such a modest size that a balcony or loggia has. A small console can be used as a work surface (modern laptops or computer screens take up little space), a comfortable adjustable chair, and a pair of hanging shelves for storing documents and office supplies.
One of the most popular options for organizing storage systems in balcony spaces is the installation of shelving. Even a shallow floor-to-ceiling rack can accommodate a huge amount of household items. At the same time, the structure does not look massive due to the absence of facades.
Built-in wardrobes are no less popular. But given that it is necessary to mount a storage system from floor to ceiling in a small area, it is better to give preference to light types of wood. The use of glass and mirror surfaces will not be superfluous - they will help to lighten the image of the cabinet.
Even a small space under the balcony windowsill can be used rationally. Shallow shelves, hidden behind the sliding doors, can accommodate a large number of necessary little things.
It is effective to use corner sofas as seating places, under the seats of which there are spacious storage systems. For balconies of small width, you can use similar, but only linear models.
The balcony is the perfect place to use DIY household items. For example, building pallets can be used to design benches and sofas, tables and coasters, racks and other storage systems, even beds. Thus, you can not only significantly save money, but also create a truly unique image of an additional room.
But in modern design projects there are also completely unusual options for using the available square meters. A gym, or rather a mini-room, laundry, Finnish bath or Russian steam room, is not a complete list of creative ideas. But it is important to understand that organizing many of these original projects will require not only a lot of resources, but also the appropriate permissions.
How often, when looking at the facade of a residential building, one has to see cluttered balconies, which are clearly used by residents for other purposes. Perhaps not everyone knows how many useful functions a balcony can carry, tidy, decorated and equipped in accordance with a specific purpose! In this article, we will tell you in detail how to decorate a balcony with your own hands, and photos from the gallery will help you make the right choice.
A balcony can look especially impressive if you equip it with electrical wiring - this will allow you to place it on it for lighting and decorating indoor and outdoor spaces:
Electric garlands will be able to completely change the appearance of the space, both outside and inside, giving it an elegant, festive look.
Luminaires are a necessary element that contributes to the creation of an atmosphere of coziness and comfort.
Use a variety of placement options, including:
- along the length of the balcony - along the ceiling or walls;
- on shelves or brackets.
So you can significantly diversify the interior of the balcony.
If you decide to leave it open, pay attention to garden lights - they can be installed around the perimeter, both for lighting and for decoration, clearly visible from the street. Today, lamps are also popular. Installing them will save you the hassle of placing electrical wiring - in order to charge and use them as evening lighting, daylight sunshine is enough.
Balcony design option
Flower arrangements on the balcony
Flowers are a traditional decoration that makes your balcony stand out on the facade of a building. Despite some special requirements for caring for flower arrangements on the balcony, you can easily do the decor of the balcony with your own hands. There are many different options for decorating a balcony with flowers, including you can use:
- annual and perennial flowers, among which bright and fragrant marigolds take pride of place;
- dwarf trees, including fruit, flowering and bearing fruits;
- flowers curling along the walls and windows and, which can not only create protection from hot sunlight, but also please the owners with juicy bunches of grapes.
Decorating a balcony with your own hands is a simple matter if you think over its overall design in advance.
When planting plants on the balcony, it should be clarified how the existing conditions for growth are suitable for them. For the north side of the house, plants that do not require a lot of sun are suitable, for the south side, thermophilic varieties are needed.
You can place flowers:
- in flower pots and pots in special stands fixed on the balcony wall;
- in bird cages suspended from the ceiling or walls;
- in special flower boxes that have long been popular on the outside of the balcony wall or on window sills inside, paying attention to the varieties of flowers intended for the house or the street.
Furniture for balconies
Traditional furniture for balconies is wicker tables and chairs, however, such furniture should only be installed on closed balconies. For lovers of comfort, we can advise you to create a more cozy composition of a table and armchairs. The unglazed balcony can be designed as an open terrace for summer vacations. In this case, comfortable, hygienic special furniture that is resistant to moisture, made of plastic, metal, wood is suitable.
Stylish balcony decoration
If the balcony is large enough, you can equip it with a hammock, in which you can relax in comfort. If there is not enough space, they use built-in or folding furniture.
Balcony decor
Creating a cozy and inviting place to relax, we often decorate the balcony with our own hands. Photo ideas can help diversify interior design in various ways:
- having developed a special design of the room, decorating it with a variety of decor items;
- arranging in a certain order decorative items necessary for recreation.
The last option is the most practical, for its implementation you will not need to spend significant funds, everything you need can be found in your own home.
Decorate the room with decorative candlesticks, ashtrays (for smokers). Candlesticks in the form of ordinary half-liter jars painted in different colors look spectacular on the walls, which can be hung or installed on shelves. Elements of garden design can be made by placing decorative figurines and vases brought from the summer cottage in the free space.
Finishing methods
The walls of the balcony in your home represent an unusually wide field for design fantasies, which you can easily realize yourself.
DIY balcony decor
You can use as finishing materials:
- dry plaster;
- plastic or wooden lining;
- mosaic tiles;
- wall painting.
The floor can be refined with laminate, ceramics, linoleum - any material you prefer will do.
Functional space
There are many ways to transform your balcony into a special, functional space that can be used for different purposes, depending on your desire:
- just have a nice time and relax;
- work at the computer;
- arrange a home workshop;
- garden;
- home nursery and much more.
In addition to rest, the balcony can carry other functional loads, especially in cases where there is not enough space in the apartment, and a separate room is required to perform a certain type of work.
Start with the arrangement and insulation of the room:
- change the windows to two- and three-chamber double-glazed windows;
- insulate walls, ceilings, floors;
- take care of heating devices and lighting.
- To the workshop- equip racks, a work table, buy tools or, for example, a sewing machine.
- To the office- provide appropriate furnishings (cupboards, table, chair, desk lamp, computer).
- To the rest room, for which you need a comfortable chair, TV, stereo system.
- To the playroom for children if there is enough space, of course.
- To the gym- here no one can prevent you from doing physical exercises.
The original solution to the interior of the office on the balcony
Many other useful uses of space can be developed:
- If you love stargazing, set up your home observatory with a telescope, a comfortable chair, and a writing desk.
- If you want to retire - equip an additional cozy sleeping place on the balcony and a new bedroom for any family member is ready.
- If you love fresh vegetables in winter, there is a winter garden at your service, which can easily be placed on shelves.
- Your family loves pets - set up a small zoo of pets, providing them with a comfortable stay!
Come up with an original decor for the newly created space, install the appropriate furniture and equipment - and a new separate room will appear in your apartment, ready to serve you in accordance with your needs and desires.
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More recently, balconies and loggias have not been given much importance. These rooms were often used as storage rooms, where all sorts of unnecessary things were kept, and few people thought about the fact that the balcony could be used in some other way. Now, in the age of introduction of fashionable technologies and design solutions, everything has changed. Apartment owners strive to turn their balconies into a cozy, comfortable room for work and rest, or a summer bedroom, a greenhouse, a mini-gym and even a children's playroom. Today this is very relevant, so in this article we will tell you how to decorate a balcony in an apartment inside and outside with our own hands, consider various options (flowers, furniture, etc.).
Do you need glazing?
If the balcony is used as a summer garden, it can be left open, and in all other cases, glazing and insulation is carried out.
For glazing balconies and loggias, aluminum, wooden and galvanized frames are used. But the most popular are metal-plastic frames, because they are strong enough, hermetically sealed, they are easy to care for, they are durable, aesthetically pleasing and there is a possibility of matching in color in accordance with the interior. The process of installing metal-plastic frames is simple, which means that the installation can be done independently.
Interior decoration
When choosing materials for interior decoration, it is important to remember that the room used needs high-quality insulation due to exposure to temperature extremes and mold. In this case, plastic panels are a good option. They are inexpensive and temperature resistant. In addition, the smooth surface makes them easy to care for.
A good design solution is the balcony cladding with wooden clapboard. But it should be borne in mind that it needs periodic treatment with an antiseptic to prevent the formation of fungus.
What to make the floor from?
Practical materials are used as floor finishing. Since moisture is unacceptable for wood, linoleum and laminate, and temperature drops are undesirable, ceramic tiles are best suited for the floor of an unglazed and non-insulated balcony.
Layout
As practice shows, some owners decide to combine a balcony and a small room. To do this, it is enough to remove the windows and doors between the balcony and the room.
And if you combine the balcony with the kitchen, then bulky household appliances, such as a refrigerator, washing machine, dishwasher, food processor, can fit in the resulting space, and shelves with conservation can also be placed there.
If you try hard, the balcony will look like an extension of the kitchen. Then the room should be insulated, and the walls and ceiling should be decorated to match the room or kitchen.
Office design
In a small apartment, there is often no way to retire for work, and in this case, it is very appropriate to re-equip the balcony for a study, for which it will be necessary to insulate this room. It is better to decorate the walls, as in the office, in strict colors, using plain wallpaper or varnished wooden boards.
Carpet or parquet will look good on the floor. A room decorated in strict colors will tune in to productive work and contribute to a good mood.
To create a working environment, you need to install a small table, chair, shelves for papers and, of course, a computer and accessories to it. It is also important to take care of the correct lighting of the workplace. To do this, hang a lighting fixture above the table. To protect from bright sunlight, it is best to hang blinds, which will also perfectly complement the interior and give the room the look of an office. It is better to use carpet or parquet for the floor.
Ideas for an open balcony
Few apartment owners are in a hurry to glaze a balcony or loggia, deliberately leaving an open space for themselves. Options for creating an open balcony also exist.
If the balcony is small, then you can use it as a bar in the warm season. Then the finishing of the walls and the floor must be done as for the street: the walls must be plastered and painted with bright colors or decorative finishing. The floor can be tiled with durable outdoor porcelain tiles. This tile has a rough surface, which serves as protection against falling on the floor wet from rain.
In all cases, it is important to take into account the permissible load on the balcony, since the layer of concrete screed and the laid porcelain stoneware tiles may exceed the acceptable values.
Furniture can be a plastic table and chairs - an economy option. Often on the balcony you can see folding chairs that can be removed for the winter in the pantry.
If you prefer a chic environment, then you can order forged furniture - it is also moisture resistant, only requires regular anti-corrosion treatment. To save space, you can attach a folding table to one of the walls, preferably under the window. The room can be decorated with indoor plants.
After finishing work, you need to hang curtains or blinds on the windows to hide from curious neighbors and from the scorching sun. The decoration of such a room can be done in a nautical style using blue-white-yellow interior items.
You can install a simulator, a music center that will play your favorite music, and in such an atmosphere there will be an incentive to do exercises, exercise on the simulator, work out with dumbbells, and swing the press.
Restroom
The design of such a room can be made in a certain style. Oriental style means organza curtains in the interior. Also, this style is characterized by a raspberry-orange color scheme with oriental ornaments on the walls, with a wide bed and many pillows (if dimensions allow).
The room, made in country style, adjusts to the village life, allows you to escape from the bustle of the city. Old things and utensils are used. Natural stone, wood, brick are used as decoration. Country style tones are light pastel. Furniture can be a rocking chair and a small round table, on which a tablecloth, a vase with wildflowers and several items of a tea set will look very relevant. A pleasant atmosphere can be created with the help of a nautical style, which implies the presence of blue-white-yellow colors in the interior. Wall murals with a field or rural landscape will look beautiful.
Children's room on the balcony
A small room is not suitable for equipping a children's room, because the children's room must be filled with things and furniture necessary for the child. It is best if the makeshift nursery has a desk for doing lessons or drawing, shelves or shelves for toys.
If you wish, you can also equip a corner for sports, for example, by installing an exercise bike. And if you install a TV and DVD-player, then the baby will be able to watch cartoons. To make the room bright and cheerful, you will need wallpaper with a colorful pattern, however, if you have the ability, the walls can be painted with bright colors. You will definitely need curtains, and you can put in a crib for daytime sleep.
When equipping a children's room on the balcony, you should mainly take care of the safety of children. It is unacceptable for a child to have access to an open window! Be sure to install metal bars on the windows, which will protect them from falling from the balcony. Moreover, the size of the lattice cells should be such that an inquisitive kid cannot stick his head in there.
No matter how thoughtful the protection is, it is best to periodically observe whether everything is in order with the child.
Flowers in decoration
A competent approach is required to decorate a balcony with flowers. Interior gardening is becoming more and more popular nowadays. Since indoor flowers improve the environment surrounding a person, have a positive effect on the microclimate of the room, enriching it with oxygen, exotic plants decorate not only apartments and houses, but also rooms such as balconies and loggias. Among other things, plants have a beneficial effect on the emotional state, their beauty, various forms and rich colors can help relieve nervous and physical stress.
To decorate a balcony interior with flowers, you first need to take into account the sensitivity of these delicate plants to the room temperature and their need for good lighting. This option, how simply to arrange flowers in all empty corners, is far from the most suitable. So that indoor plants do not interfere with each other, and in general the room has a decorative look, they should not be overcrowded. In this case, there are many ideas for flower placement. You can use stands that allow for placement at different levels, trellis for climbing plants, shelves or hanging planters for plants with hanging shoots.
When choosing plants, one must proceed from the size of the room, its illumination and personal preferences.
Large boxes and bulky tubs should not be placed on the balcony, but it is better to give preference to abundantly flowering plants with a small root system. The balcony space can be used as a mini-vegetable garden by placing hanging boxes with parsley, ornamental vegetables, strawberries and curly beans. These plants look great at different stages, like seedlings, during flowering and, of course, when they begin to bear fruit.
A Japanese bonsai garden can become an exquisite design. To do this, you need to acquire dwarf trees growing in small containers and fleshy succulents in flat bowls. A pink petunia in a hanging planter can play the role of cherry blossoms. It is better to choose curtains with such landscaping in the Japanese style with a print in the form of hieroglyphs.
However, not all plants are suitable for balconies. In the case of an open balcony, it should be remembered that some of them are not adapted to wind, sun and significant temperature extremes. Their use as decoration can be episodic. But in a glazed room, you can use begonia, cyclamen, violets, pelargonium and many others.
Climbing plants will turn the balcony into a lavishly blooming garden pavilion or a kind of English courtyard entwined with ivy. In addition, multi-colored petunia and other bright flowers will look favorably in the vicinity of ivy.
Small balcony decoration
Not all residents of apartment buildings have large balconies and loggias. If you have a small balcony, then you need to avoid cluttering up with large flowerpots and containers, but it is better to use small boxes with an abundance of flowering plants in them. It is better to arrange such flowerpots on the outside of the balcony. It would also be appropriate to use one or two pots under the ceiling with hanging greenery and flowers.
It is better to install folding furniture - stackable plastic chairs and a folding table top.
As you can see, in order to make an attractive balcony in an apartment, you need a great desire, a well-thought-out approach, imagination and a few things at hand. And then such a room, decorated independently, will become a favorite place for households and guests, and the atmosphere will contribute to a positive microclimate of the family.
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In this video you will see how an open balcony can be decorated:
Watch the video, which provides an example of the design of the arrangement and landscaping of the balcony:
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