For many apartment owners, the balcony has long become a utility room and a kind of analogue of a pantry. But few people think that this part of the house can be successfully converted into a full room, for example, here you can equip a green corner, an office or a place for friendly gatherings. We will tell you what items are needed in order to make the balcony as cozy and comfortable as possible.o
Folding table
If you plan to organize a workplace or a corner for tea parties on the balcony, a table should be provided for these purposes. In order not to clutter up the space and rationally use the already small area of the room, you can limit yourself to a folding table. It is expanded as necessary, and when folded it takes up a minimum of space, especially when complete with folding chairs.
to contents ↑Chest Bench
Due to the limited amount of space, it would be reasonable to have multifunctional pieces of furniture here. So, the bench-chest is designed to solve two problems at once. The top cover can be used as a miniature table or sofa, and the inner space of the drawer can be filled with seasonal items, preservation, tools. Such furniture will significantly save square meters and will be an ideal place for storage.
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Place several potted plants on the windowsill or plant a whole home greenhouse here. Such a flower garden in a city apartment will be a great place for relaxation and creativity. To grow fresh herbs and fragrant flowers, use trellises, flowerpots, hanging flower pots, boxes.
If you do not want the plants to take up a lot of free space, purchase special pots with mounts, then place them on the railing on the front of the building. In the summer, a mini-garden on the balcony will delight not only the owners of the apartment, but also casual passers-by.
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This attribute will create a romantic mood in the room and a special magical atmosphere, because garlands are not only a light source in the dark, but also a spectacular decor. For a balcony, it is advisable to choose garden LED garlands, the battery of which is powered by a built-in solar battery. Such outdoor lighting is absolutely safe and economical, because its operation does not require an outlet. The risk of short circuits and other troubles is excluded.
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Another convenient way to store things and various accessories is a balcony cabinet with a hinged door. The shelves of the cabinet can be equipped as a bar or mini-library, and the folding board can act as a stand for a work computer or a dining table. The optimal location for such a multifunctional design will be the end of the balcony. So you can use the space of the loggia to the maximum benefit.
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Add a finishing touch - a small floor mat.Make sure that its coloring is in harmony with other textiles - curtains, pillows, bedspreads. It is advisable to use garden carpets here: they are more durable, easy to use, not afraid of exposure to the sun and moisture, which is especially true for open balconies.
Make the loggia a continuation of the next room, decorating it in the same style and color scheme, or create a completely unique interior. Free the room from unnecessary things, place beautiful decor and functional furniture here, pay special attention to lighting - a comfortable outdoor recreation area is ready. Now you can enjoy the view from the window with a cup of morning coffee or spend cozy summer evenings here in the company of close friends.
