Small Space – Big Design:
Two Part ~ Blog Series
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Part I:
Part I:
Tips For Turning Your Small Balcony
or Patio into your Oasis.
This balcony has it all; an amazing view, functionality, seating, privacy, greenery and color.
Tip #1: Before starting your adventure in creating your beautiful oasis you should consider making some essential choices. Small spaces require clarity in your priorities. Do you want a place to dine?Or a place to sit relax and take in the view? Small spaces seldom allow for both!
Example - the table below may be a tight squeeze but well worth giving up the space if outdoor dining is your priority.
I suggest adding an area rug to pull the room together and add a touch of color. Another option is painting the concrete or adding a wood floor.
This cozy seating area is inviting and functional. It is pulled together with a bright area rug, gives the outdoor feeling with plants that camouflage the walls.
Privacy is important when you live in a condo or an apartment.
This setting reminds me of the Tropics.
This is such a fun balcony with the planters, trellis, area rug and the pops of red.
The old fashion bottom rail and wooden pickets creates a private area to sit and have your coffee. the striped rug and colored chairs and pillows make it homey.
Small Spaces Made Functional and Inviting
There is a huge difference between these two rooms, adding the rug adds texture, color and creates a room. If you add a mirror at the end wall it will create more depth.
I adore this bright cheery balcony with all the textures and colors. I would love to drink my morning coffee on this balcony. Source
This little balcony is so cute with the wood slat flooring tiles. The rug looks like a beach towel, creating a carefree feeling that speaks of the beach!
This photo offers so many tips for creating privacy, comfort and style. the pillows hung on a rod above the storage trunk/bench is a clever way to have both functionality and comfort. The added bench seat cushion in a navy pattern against the green adds texture and style. Hanging a blind adds both privacy and shade on a hot summer day.
Tip #2: Always measure your space before you purchase furniture for your small space. You can play with the layout using boxes or pieces of indoor furniture you already have.
Tip #3: Garden Stools are the newest and fun way to add color and functionality to large or small spaces. Use them as side tables or seating.
Tip #4: Leave the middle open, this will create an illusion of a larger space. You can accomplish this trick by adding seating around the parameter.
Tip #4: Leave the middle open, this will create an illusion of a larger space. You can accomplish this trick by adding seating around the parameter.
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