There is nothing beautiful as creating sense of intimacy in the outdoor space you have. No matter if it’s tiny apartment balcony or a wide outdoor terrace, veranda or deck. It is important to find that space of peace and calm in your outdoor room and lucky you we have some inspirational ideas on our mind.
From stylish weatherproof outdoor furniture to pot plants, here is the decorating checklist that can help you design the perfect & proper outdoor space.
1. What’s It For?
If you have this question visiting your mind more than often then you really need some answers. Here we go! With the design of any space it is very important and essential to determine its core function so that the rest can be made. What do we mean by ‘the rest’? Materials, furnishings and plants. Is your balcony an entry point to your home? Is it a place to contemplate a lovely view of the city gathered with your friends?Is your balcony or porch somewhere to relax and enjoy the garden? How wide is it? Does it confines a small apartment terrace?
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2. Set the Scene
A balcony space has always plenty of design potential, regardless of size. There are so many contemporary furniture experts who showcase different outdoor design styles and ideas. One of those experts are Harbour 1976 that have styles to suit your living space and maximize your lifestyle.
Traditional spaces as outdoor rooms need a similar design approach to those inside but in a more laid-back style. Closely connected from the point of view as an interior of a house are both balconies and verandas. Always choose outdoor furniture setting that will complement your indoor lounge so your balcony will become and extension of your total living space,
3. Coastal
How to get the coastal vibe? Relaxed airy setting, neutral tones, combination of sharp and round edges that create a light, crisp and calm feeling. Enough?
4. Boho Chic
The Boho Chis style brings that spontaneous note, appealing to the host who loves to entertain family and friends on his balcony. This fun and light-hearted space also provides the ultimate chill-out zone so you can unwind and relax.
5. Stylish
Are you in the mood of elegant, dark and stylish setting? It will inspire long lunches and delicious dinners with the charcoal teak and dark aluminium endowing a sense of subtle sophistication.
6. Shelter
So you can increase the room-like feel of an outdoor space there is something you need to do. To create that zone of intimacy you would want to find in the interior of a home by surrounding it on at least two sides with some form of wall structure. That can be bamboo panels or lightweight trellis screens, but remember that on exposed balconies or high proof gardens wind needs to be taken into consideration when choosing the materials.
7. Keep Connected
Try to use the material selection in close proximity to the interior between indoor and outdoor spaces. If you have used a lot of glass and steel inside then use those materials for balustrading, and if timber has been used more than continue it outside for seating or a pergola.
8. The Floor
What’s the key area to accentuate the indoor/outdoor flow? The ground surface! For example, if the balcony leads off the kitchen, then tilling is a good choice for the floor surface, but if it connects to a timber-floored living area then change plans. Try decking, it might be a better option if it’s done by professional deck builders. Also, use outdoor rugs, they are really effective.
9. Planting Plan
The excellent way to add a garden-like feel to outdoor living areas are potted plants! If you have limited space use pots off the ground, try to hang them on railings and from the ceiling. Also you can use plants that will grow vertically, such as climbers. Always check waterproofing and drainage issues for roof gardens & balconies.
