Plan your balcony design with these expert tips

3. Balcony Furniture

The kind and number of furniture you require for your balcony would entirely depend on the function you want it to serve. Just ensure that the outdoor furniture material can withstand weather and clean up easily.

• Create a cozy nest to cocoon in with a wide comfy couch and athrow blanket. Don't forget to add a small table to hold yourdrink, plate or book.
  
• Pick up a beautiful wire table and chairs for a traditionalcharm.
• Turn your balcony into a boho haven with a low-profile L-shaped upholstered couch, a couple of ottomans, a large rug area and a few cushions for floor seating. Don't forget to keep it colourful and incorporate pattern mixing.
  
• A couple of rocking chairs or bean bags are excellent for laid-back balcony interior ideas.
  
• Design a balcony with a gorgeous sky bar with bar stools, a high table, a bench, and cabinetry.

4. Balcony Décor Ideas

The crucial elements in any décor are colour, patterns, furniture, textile and lighting. Elevate your décor by incorporating all these factors into your balcony ideas. Here are a few fun décor ideas that you can easily add to your balcony plan.

How to do Proper Space Planning in your Balcony?

• Step one is to determine the function of the space. Forexample, suppose you want it to be a personal nook or a social area. In that case, you will have to accommodate balcony furniture in your layout. If you want it to be a greenspace, you're going to need a balcony garden layout, and so on.

• The next step in the balcony plan is to pick the style or theme for balcony décor. Chart out all your balcony ideas, create a mood board and see what works and what doesn't.

• Measure out the area to come up with a balcony layout. This will help you get the right-sized furniture, the correct amount of lighting, etc.

• Choose the exact colours, furniture, lighting and flooring.

• Once everything is in place, it is time to decorate and accessorize.

• The final step is to edit. If something looks out of space or  doesn't need to be there, remove it. Editing is what turns a  good design into a great one.

FAQs
 

1. What should be the balcony size?

• There isn't a particular size that a balcony should be.

• The size varies based on the building's size and the regulations in your area.

• You can always get it customized if you're building your own home.

2. How do you make a small balcony layout look bigger?

• Opt for a lighter colour scheme for your balcony design.

• Enhance the height in a small balcony layout. Hang up your plants, install pendant light, etc.

• Use directional patterns for flooring and walls to move the eye around the space.

• Make the balcony layout an extension of the room it is attached to. This'll create a sense of continuity and make both areas appear more expansive.

• Keep the doors and windows wide open and decorate the balcony in style similar to the room for a unified look.

3. How to make the most of a small balcony space?

• Opt for built-in furniture such as benches or a folding table.

• Free up the floor by creating a vertical garden, hanging up your plants or perching them on the parapet.

• Choose furniture proportional to the space, such as a bistro table with a matching chair or a two-seat bench with a stool.

• Multipurpose furniture works well in small balcony layouts.

4. How to design a balcony that is low maintenance?

• In terms of ease of cleaning and maintaining, closed balconies are a better option than open ones. It'll protect the furniture and everything else from elements and dust.

• At the very least, consider installing shades and windbreakers.

• If you can, add a drain to the balcony to avoid clogging and seepage.

• Ensure that the furniture and other materials used are weatherproof. If they're not naturally weatherproof, check if they can be treated or primed to achieve the results.

• Materials that can easily be wiped down, such as tiles, are also pretty low maintenance.

5. Which materials should you use for balcony flooring?

•  All materials that you use for home flooring can be used for balconies.
•  Research how to care for and maintain each material since it will be exposed to weather elements.
• Concrete, tiles, wood, etc., are all standard options.

6. What are the different types of balcony railings?

•  Steel is durable and can be made rust and corrosion-proof. It can be used in combination with other materials as well.
• Wood's aesthetic is unparalleled but can rarely withstand elemental damage.
• Glass is an excellent option if you want an uninterrupted view. Opt for tempered glass to ensure security in cases of storms, earthquakes, etc.
• Cast-iron railings can make a statement like no other. When maintained periodically, it can last a lifetime.
• Aluminum is lightweight, durable, and rust and corrosion-resistant. It is available in various designs and finishes, making it a fan favorite.

7. How to ensure privacy with home balcony design?

• Add privacy screens to your Balcony layout ideas where necessary. They are a sure-shot way of ensuring privacy but can be expensive and may block out light.
• A translucent or frosted glass partition is another option.
•  A trellis with plants also works well.
• Curtains and blinds are another great way to maintain privacy. Just ensure that they can withstand damage from weather.

How can Beautiful Homes Help you Plan the Best Balcony Design for your Home?

Are you a DIYer? Create the perfect balcony plan with our products- paint, wallpaper, furniture, lighting, textiles— we've got it all. Or you can collaborate with the professionals at Beautiful Homes to do it. They are well versed in all home interior design styles and can design the best home balcony design. Be it a small balcony layout, balcony garden layout or something else that you want; our experts are dedicated to providing tailored design solutions to each customer.

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