Interior design options for balconies
- Finish options
- Fencing
- Canopy
- Arrangement options
Balcony and loggia - what's the difference?
Before the arrangement stage, it is useful to understand the difference between a balcony and a loggia. Some people confuse two different designs that have differences.
- A balcony is a covered area that protrudes slightly from the facade of the building and has a fence.
The modern interior of a balcony can include either a full roof or a separate canopy. Glazing is optional, but it is not provided for by the technical design.
- A loggia is a part of a building or an extension that is open only on one side, which has a fence. On other sides it is surrounded by walls. Like a balcony, it can be open or covered.
There is also a French balcony. Its peculiarity is that the doors are installed in the wall opening. There is no ledge, there is only a fence on the outside. Often it comes in the form of forging.
Possibility of using the loggia
Previously, this area was used as a storage room and was cluttered with old things. Today people have learned to use space rationally.
To confirm this, you can see various photos of the loggia design. It could be:
- recreation area using upholstered furniture;
- area for drinking morning coffee;
- wonderful small bedroom;
- winter Garden;
- arrangement of the office.
There are a huge number of similar solutions. The main thing is to create comfortable conditions for daily pastime.
Furniture selection criteria
Just the desire to install a chair on the balcony space is not enough. There are certain criteria that must be followed when choosing a product.
The optimal parameters of the product will help you fit into the balcony space. You need to choose an object so that it does not interfere with a person’s movement around the perimeter.
It is necessary to take into account the nature of the use of the balcony space. If it serves as a place to relax, then there are no special requirements. But if the space is a functional work area, then you need to choose mobile products.
The type of balcony room plays a significant role when choosing. Any type of furniture is suitable for an enclosed space with insulation. For an open space, it is better to choose light and compact models, since they will have to be moved into the living room.
Combination with kitchen
The design of a kitchen with a loggia has several attractive options. These include:
- arrangement of a dining room for family meals;
- placement of a living room for meeting guests and making important decisions;
- you can install a bar counter and use this area as a miniature bar.
The loggia area will be a good help for any kitchen.
Conclusion
Choosing a suitable chair is not a difficult task, but it is important; it must match the balcony, both in style and in size. The video in this article will reveal some important aspects of the topic in more detail, and if you have questions, write them in the comments under this review.
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September 14, 2016
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Design solution
The design of the loggia decoration may look like this. The following styles are used:
- Provence style using natural stone or wood;
- modern solution using frameless furniture;
- Japanese style, including bamboo products;
- Country style using decorative stone;
- modern Loft is well suited for large loggias.
Each of the above options has its own characteristics; the size of the room must be taken into account.
New format of mobile upholstered furniture
One of the most important advantages of polyurethane upholstered furniture is mobility. The 70 cm wide chair weighs 12 kg and is the lightest in the PUFF SPB line of frameless modules.
- It will not cause problems during cleaning, because you can lift it with one hand to vacuum the carpet or the floor under furniture.
- It can be moved from the balcony to the room in a couple of minutes to organize a sleeping place for a guest. And you can do this without outside help!
- Transforming the chair into a bed takes literally five seconds and is performed almost effortlessly. This means that if you buy a light chair for the balcony, and then decide to move it to the nursery, the child will be able to independently unfold and fold his bed.
- You can transport such furniture to your dacha in the cabin of a car, which will greatly simplify the organization of a summer holiday outside the city.
- It is very convenient to store a compact module (unless, of course, you use it every day) in a closet or in a dressing room, placing it vertically near the wall. And if you need a chair, you can get it in one minute.
Finishing
Before finishing the loggias, you need to familiarize yourself with the photo of the selected design.
All work is divided into several points:
- stripping the loggia structure to its foundation;
- eliminating cracks by plastering them;
- sound insulation and thermal insulation of floors, walls and ceilings;
- decorative finishing.
After this, furniture and decoration elements are placed.
In what style can you decorate the room?
The final touch in planning the arrangement of a 6 square meter loggia is choosing the style in which you will decorate it.
Provence
Provence involves the use of light, natural materials in decoration. The ceiling is whitewashed and the walls are covered with wood panels. You can cover them with decorative plaster. The furniture is wicker or wooden. Chairs with forged elements are also suitable. There are pastel linen curtains on the windows. On the windowsills there are pots of flowers or cute souvenirs.
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Country (boho)
There is also wooden furniture here, but it is more massive and simpler in shape. Natural tones predominate: olive, sand, brown. For decorations, handmade crafts are suitable. Subtle colors of curtains and capes on chairs, rugs on the floor are also the main features of country music.
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Mediterranean
How to arrange a 6 square meter loggia in this style? Use white, turquoise, sand shades. You can lay wood or tiles on the floor. Simple, maybe wicker furniture. Or a hammock or a sun lounger instead of chairs. Soft lighting, large flowers in pots on the floor. A citrus tree will look beautiful.
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Modern
This interior is dominated by simple lines, an abundance of light and empty space, and the absence of strict boundaries. Modern style may include elements of a different design. The decoration uses ordinary decorative panels, the floor is covered with linoleum, the ceiling is whitewashed. Upholstered furniture, frameless or plastic, in any color scheme.
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Loft
Wall decoration should be done mainly in dark ash, beige, brick tones with bright splashes. Furniture and accessories - made of glass, wood, plastic, imitation brick and metal. Since the shades are muted, you will need good lighting, not only overhead, but also side and table lighting.
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Modern solutions
The modern design of the loggia implies comfort. For this you will need:
- installation of heated floors;
- use of different lighting elements;
- It is allowed to divide the loggia into several zones.
Modern trends suggest rational use of the premises. A properly equipped loggia can become a decoration for the entire apartment and a favorite place for family gatherings.
Layout
If we take into account the experience of China, then the free space on the balcony can be used as a modern greenhouse. Although you can’t grow potatoes with this amount, you can grow healthy greens all year round.
You can enjoy fresh green onions, parsley, and dill for free, even in winter. Many people grow beneficial herbs in the form of mint, chamomile, sage, and aloe to treat colds or other illnesses.
The interior of a corner balcony can be focused on the sports and recreational part of life.
In practice, a balcony room can accommodate several sports positions - a horizontal bar, a punching bag, or even an entire sports wall, which is relevant for the younger generation.
Trends for 2022
There are various loggia design options, as evidenced by the 2022 photos.
This may include:
Use of this area for school homework. There is the greatest amount of sunlight here, which allows the student to study without damaging his vision.
Installing a computer desk will provide an opportunity to set up a work office. Indoor plants are used as decoration.
An excellent option would be to place a sofa with a pull-out design. This will make it possible to enjoy the spacious area during the day and use it as a bedroom at night.
The limit of design solutions depends only on a person’s imagination.
Balcony design ideas
A balcony of 12 m2 is considered large. The balcony area can be divided into zones. For this purpose, decorative screens or partitions are used.
A large corner sofa and a round table create a room for entertaining guests. In a cozy and stylish room you can drink tea with your guests in the fresh air.
Creating a bar on the balcony is a creative, original idea. A bar counter is made from a wide window sill. There are cabinets on the sides for storing dishes and drinks.
The walls are designed based on your imagination, taking into account the desire to create a bar interior for a man, for women's gatherings or a family vacation.The balcony is a convenient place to create an office where you can work in silence and in a comfortable environment.
To create a creative workshop on the balcony you don’t need a lot of furniture. But a comfortable work area will be created. You can do any hobby.
A 12 m2 balcony allows you to create a gym with several sports equipment in your area. By installing music equipment, the balcony can be turned into a place for yoga classes.
The large balcony area will allow you to equip a spacious games room there. Enough space for a wall bars, slides, and cabinets for storing toys. During the hot season, a mini-pool is installed. There is enough space to install a railway.
General requirements for loggias
There are various loggia design ideas. All of them pursue the main goals:
- in a modern apartment, the loggia is the highlight, a real decoration of the entire home;
- only environmentally friendly materials are used in its finishing;
- this territory must be properly designed and used with the greatest rationality;
- Windows that open and plenty of sunlight are a bonus.
It should be remembered that the loggia can be a source of cold and noise. To do this, it is necessary to provide high-quality sound insulation and thermal insulation.
The modern design of loggias involves the rational use of this territory. It should combine multifunctionality and have an excellent aesthetic appearance.
With the right approach, this room will be an excellent addition to the living space of the apartment.
Glazing materials
The balcony can be glazed in various ways: classic, in which the frame is installed on the existing parapet, or French, in which the parapet is dismantled and a floor-to-ceiling window is installed. For the manufacture of profiles, various materials are used, which include wood, metal, and plastic.
French glazing is a window structure from floor to ceiling
PVC
The most popular glazing option, which has many advantages:
- No installation restrictions.
- Various degrees of thermal insulation and number of glasses.
- Availability of insulation.
Polyvinyl chloride is resistant to environmental influences, provides an optimal level of tightness and does not require special care.
A PVC window consists of frames and sashes made of multi-chamber profiles reinforced with steel elements
Single- or double-chamber double-glazed windows are installed in the frames and sashes, providing a certain level of thermal conductivity
Tree
Wooden profile is the most environmentally friendly material, which has high quality and good thermal insulation properties. With the help of modern technologies, wood is treated with special means that increase its service life several times.
Installation of a modern wooden euro-window
The cost of a wooden profile is significantly higher than other materials used for glazing.
Aluminum
Typically used with cold glazing systems. When warm it is used together with a thermal bridge. It is lightweight, durable, and has a high level of environmental friendliness. The cost of such a profile is several times higher than PVC.
Installation of a “cold” aluminum sliding window
Installation of a “warm” aluminum swing window
In addition to the listed materials, steel profiles or frameless glazing techniques are sometimes used, in which the glass is not inserted into the frame, but is attached from below and above to the profile.
With panoramic glazing, even a small balcony looks much more attractive
