Having spent time, effort, and money on insulating your balcony, you are unlikely to want to turn it into a faceless warehouse of things again. This means that it is necessary to carefully select finishing materials, furniture, and decor. Being in harmony with each other, they form the style of the room. Don't know what style to decorate your balcony? Then it’s worth getting acquainted with ready-made solutions - from classic to original (loft-style balcony, steampunk, fusion).
When choosing a solution for decorating a balcony, consider:
- Purpose of the premises. So, Provence is unlikely to be suitable for the workplace. Among the abundance of decorative textiles and flower pots, you want to relax more than work.
- Room area. The smaller it is, the less dimensional and pretentious the pieces of furniture, curtains, and decor should be. Stucco elements and a luxurious baroque armchair are out of place on a small balcony in a Khrushchev building.
- The degree of isolation of the balcony from the adjacent room. If they are combined, the style should be the same or similar. Otherwise, contrast in the design is acceptable, but with a well-smoothed transition.
Design of a balcony combined with a room
The small area of a loggia or balcony imposes a limit on the number of elements of stylistic content. Reach desired effect The details that are most characteristic of the style will help.
Loft style interior
A short excursion into history will help you better understand the loft. This style has undergone virtually no changes over the years of its existence.
Loft interior for a standard loggia
The history of the loft - how it all began
In the first half of the 20th century, New York industrialists, in order not to go completely bankrupt, decided to rent out their warehouses, factories, and factories. The low price, distance from the city center, and uninhabited premises attracted only eternally poor artists and students.
They did not strive for comfort and radical changes around them. Pieces of furniture and decor successfully coexisted with concrete, brick, and uncovered utility lines.
However, after a couple of decades, the unusual solution attracted the attention of wealthy citizens around the world. They began to implement loft design projects in ordinary houses and apartments.
Loft in balcony design
If you are not indifferent to such an original idea, follow the following finishing recommendations when decorating your balcony:
- Walls: aged concrete covering with small (!) chips and cracks, brick, carelessly applied paint and plaster. Brick wall - business card loft, but should not be abused. Decorate only one wall with it, making an accent. This is where you can put a sofa, hang a shelf made of pipes or a bright poster.
- Floor: planks or ceramic tiles with an aged effect.
- Ceiling: plaster, paint. The decor will be metal or wooden beams. They should not be too massive, so as not to visually make the ceiling of the balcony lower.
Brick walls and dark window frames typical of a loft
Let the palette be dominated by shades of brown and natural wood, black, gray, terracotta color. If the balcony is poorly lit or has a very small area, use white as a basis. It will visually increase the space. Don't forget about 2-3 bright objects as accents.
Note! Maximum openness of space and abundance of light are the characteristic features of a loft. Shade the room less often; use simple blinds or roller blinds for this.
For a loft-style balcony, choose only the most necessary pieces of furniture. For sleeping place, resting place – double leather sofa or a deep chair on wheels, a mattress with a leather hanging headboard. For the office and as storage places - shelving, shelves made of round pipes, a table made of natural wood, painted wooden boxes on wheels.
Loft shelving option
Metal, glass, stone and wood - the best choice for loft interior. Give up chipboard, plastic and other delights of modernity.
Accessories are usually few in number. These are rough “factory” lamps and lamps, posters.
Loft style lamps are amazing
Country styles for a room on the balcony
Style alpine chalet and the Provencal house is often summarized by one term - “country” (“village”). This is not unreasonable, because the principles of designing living rooms in in this case similar. But there are also a number of fundamental differences.
What characterizes a village? Remoteness from the city and many benefits of civilization, closeness to nature, simplicity of life, where almost everything is done with your own hands. Hence the specific features of country styles with reference to a specific area and culture.
This is predominance natural materials. Plastic and chrome are strictly prohibited! If we talk about finishing, then the materials should show handicraft, independence in performing the work, and inexperience. This is expressed in chaotic strokes, uneven seams when laying stone, and unpainted areas.
Don’t be afraid to apply ideas for decorating large rooms for balconies with some adjustments.
Colors should be natural. These are shades suggested by the nature of the chosen region and the characteristics of its climate.
It is better to choose furniture that is practical, dimensional, and as simple as possible. Clear lines, almost complete absence of decor, deliberate roughness in execution - classic country furniture.
Country furniture
Taking into account the area of the loggia, the choice should fall on the most necessary products that correspond to the purpose of the room.
Even a small country-style balcony always has an abundance of fabrics and decor. In most cases, it is traditional in nature, reflecting national or local affiliation.
Balcony in Provence style - French country
The proximity of Provence to the sea determined the palette of the style of the same name. This is sand, blue, blue, shades of brown, olive, color spring grass, milk It is better to avoid bright accents. In extreme cases, it can be rich blue or green.
Characteristic range
Provence pleases the eye:
- An abundance of fresh flowers. Pots, handmade cache-pots, and explanatory inscriptions on them are welcome.
- Symbols in the form of sunflowers, lavender, roosters. They are embroidered and depicted on dishes and cutting boards.
- An abundance of loose textiles. Fringe, ruffles, and braiding are acceptable.
- Furniture can be made of solid wood, forged, or wicker. With a claim to elegance.
Recognizable Provence decor
Provencal style is one of the most beloved by designers. He doesn't require large investments, suitable even for the smallest balconies, gives an amazing feeling of comfort and unity with nature.
The charm of Provence lies in its simplicity
Alpine chalet – when you want to go to the mountains
The chalet is associated with mountains, blinding snow-white slopes, endless tall trees. Living even on the first floor, you can bring yourself closer to such an idyllic picture by decorating your balcony accordingly.
Unlike Provence, the colors here are darker, the palette is based on contrast. You should start from the numerous brown shades of natural wood and the white color of snow. Color accents can be made using terracotta and red.
The main materials are plaster, wood, stone. Rough, preferably without additional coating. However, to extend the service life, you can use matte varnish.
Chalet style
Alpine motifs are typical. These are images of snow-capped peaks, mountain landscapes, animals, and vegetation. They are appropriate on fabrics, in the form of paintings in a rough frame, or in carved decor. Animal figurines, simple geometric clay vases, and animal skins as a carpet create coziness.
Scandinavian style – environmental friendliness and cleanliness
Scandinavian style attracts many. But not everyone is able to decorate a balcony properly and support the chosen solution. The reason is the predominance of white in the palette. These are textiles, furniture upholstery, painted or plastered wall surfaces. Keeping it all clean with regularly opened windows on the balcony is not easy.
If this does not scare you, be guided when decorating a balcony in Scandinavian style as follows:
- Natural materials. Wooden lining, batten, paint, plaster. White brick is appropriate, but only for emphasis. From fabrics, choose linen and cotton.
- Dilute basic white with beige, light brown, gray. For bright splashes, use red, blue, green.
- Maintain the lightness of the interior with panoramic windows and light, translucent curtains.
- Choose compact, practical, functional furniture made from light wood. Perfect option– folding chairs, sun loungers, table. Small poufs are appropriate.
- Decorative pillows, blankets, and several pots of herbs will create coziness.
A similar design is appropriate for a glazed room
You should not overuse accessories when decorating a Scandinavian balcony. Maximum open space, free surfaces.
Scandinavian interior on an open balcony
Modern style for decorating a balcony
Modern style is a good solution even for small balconies. It is characterized by minimalism, which allows you to visually increase the available space.
An aesthetic balcony in a modern style is one base color and one or two companion colors. You can use white, gray, beige and even black as a base. They combine perfectly with each other, as well as with turquoise, aqua, terracotta, blue, and yellow.
A characteristic palette in the design of a room
Pay special attention to finishing:
- The ceiling is suspended from plasterboard or suspended.
- The floor is perfectly laid parquet, high-quality laminate or ceramic tiles. It is advisable not to lay anything on top of these materials, but a simple carpet is acceptable near a sleeping or resting place.
- The walls are plain, painted or plastered (composition with a fine fraction). No outstanding texture! One of the walls can be highlighted in a contrasting color.
Furniture should be chosen that is multifunctional, with smooth facades, which may not even have handles. Unlike country music, products made of plastic and chromed metal and an abundance of glass are welcome.
Laconic design of a modern balcony
Comfort on a balcony in a minimalist style is achieved by the harmony of shapes, colors, and the number of items used, but not at the expense of decor. They can serve as an original vase or flower pot with a single and no less laconic plant, a poster or a photograph by a modern author.
Lighting occupies a special place in the modern design of a balcony. Laconic Roman shades or blinds are recommended to be opened more often. But it’s better to make artificial lighting spot (above a picture, desk, sofa). It will allow you to create the desired accents.
High-tech for balconies and loggias
High-tech is similar to minimalism, but it also has its own characteristic features.
- There's more here more glass, chromed metal, plastic. Even the walls can be finished with metallized stone, plates or glass slabs.
- Abundance of glossy surfaces. This is even true for the floor if you use ceramic tiles.
- Light, practical furniture with a touch of futurism and pronounced geometry.
- Almost complete absence of bright details. Even minimalism in its pure form allows for a greater number of them. The color scheme must be carefully designed.
Furniture in the spirit of hi-tech
Lighting plays a significant role in the design of a high-tech interior
The idea of technology, a certain coldness, and restraint permeates this style, so it is not suitable for everyone. But if you are attracted to it, then you can create an original workplace on the balcony.
Modern – from classic to modern
Art Nouveau has been at the peak of popularity for many years and is considered one of the modern styles. In fact, it dates back more than two hundred years.
Art Nouveau is characterized by an almost complete absence of angles, a predominance of smooth lines and rounded shapes. Thanks to them, many familiar elements of the decor look extremely original.
Endless smooth lines and curls immerse you in a magical fairy tale
Note! When arranging objects, the rigor of the composition is important. It is needed in the chaos of forms.
The materials are expensive. This is natural wood various breeds and degree of processing, stained glass windows. They are decorated mainly with floral ornaments and motifs.
Fabrics are used strictly for their intended purpose - curtains, upholstery, bed covers.
The palette is light colors (linen, sand, peach, milk), against which dark wood stands out.
A semicircular balcony is ideal for Art Nouveau style
Choose furniture from natural wood, in strict accordance with the purpose of the room. Upholstery should be minimal. Wooden furniture elements can be decorated with decorative overlays or carvings.
Original chairs in Art Nouveau style
Classic modernism is not a cheap pleasure, but its modern direction (neomodern) involves a combination traditional wood with plastic, expanding the palette to include black, burgundy, blue, gray.
Far from classic neo-modern
Classic style for a small room
Decorating a balcony in a classic style is not easy, so implemented projects not so much. But if you try, the atmosphere of luxury and pomp can be recreated even with the help of several elements and correctly selected finishing materials.
Note! Classic interior V various countries and its movements (Baroque, Empire, Rococo) has its own characteristics. This especially applies to the color scheme. So, a baroque-style balcony is gilded, diluted with terracotta, rich blue or green, red. But Rococo is more tender - pastel shades adjacent to pink, light green, blue.
Classics in the interior are:
- Natural wood valuable species. Can even be used for wall cladding.
- Carved, ornate patterns on furniture.
- Abundance of gilding. Right down to the pattern on the walls.
- Luxurious fabrics - brocade, satin, velvet.
- Molded elements.
- Symmetry of all items used.
- Decor in the form of tassels and fringes decorating textiles, gilded watches and candlesticks, paintings in textured frames and lamps with fabric lampshades, mirrors.
Interior with all the attributes of classicism
You can decorate the walls with wallpaper or artistic painting. Parquet or ceramic tiles are laid on the floor. You won't be able to save money.
For the balcony, choose one or two pieces of furniture (table and chair, bed, armchair and chest of drawers) and build a composition around them.
Even on spacious loggia difficult to place more than two pieces of baroque furniture
Expensive and heavy curtains and appropriate accessories are required. Stucco elements create a special atmosphere. They can be used to decorate an opening (necessarily with a wooden window and door block!) or a niche in the end part of the room.
Main directions of oriental style
Oriental style in the interior is represented by two main directions - Arabic and Japanese. They have serious differences.
Arabic motifs
Eastern Arabic style is characterized by:
- The variety and brightness of colors: burgundy, emerald, yellow, turquoise, dark brown, red. The basis of the interior is most often a light tone - white, milky, Ivory. There is almost always gilding present.
- A large amount of textiles with oriental motifs and ornaments (usually floral). These are curtains, wall drapery, canopy, decorative pillows, carpets. Fabrics are characterized by multi-layering.
- An abundance of decor in the form of aroma lamps, figurines of animals and birds, figured candles, fringe, tassels, cords.
- Variety of lamps. Forged, fabric, decorated with beads or beads - choose what you like.
- Low but reliable furniture made of natural wood. A sleeping area can be arranged by laying a mattress on the floor and complementing it with an abundance of oriental pillows.
Lamp for oriental interior
On such a balcony you can spend many pleasant minutes with friends
Note! To prevent a small balcony from turning into a warehouse for items in Arabic style, do not overdo it when selecting accessories.
Japanese aesthetics
The Japanese East is more laconic, even minimalistic. In a restrained palette, the contrast of light walls and dark wood furniture and window frames attracts attention. They are diluted with bright red accents (the famous paper lanterns) and green ones - representing closeness to nature.
Simple bamboo curtains
Laconic Japanese interior
The furniture is no frills, strict geometry and very low. The sleeping place replaces the mattress. The cabinet and shelving are difficult to distinguish from the wall at first glance. They have smooth and laconic facades.
Stones, small vases, bonsai, a painting with a Japanese plot or motif, lanterns are allowed as decoration.
Pay special attention to the design of the walls, floor and ceiling. Wallpaper that imitates bamboo fiber or rice paper is suitable for walls. It is better to cover the floor with laminate and decorate it with a mat. For the ceiling it is better to use matte white paint.
Characteristic element Japanese interior decorating the walls and ceiling is a Kumiko wooden lattice.
One of Kumiko's ornaments
Marine interior for romantics and travelers
It’s easy to decorate a balcony in a marine style. You don't need much for this:
- Marine palette. The blue of the sky and the sea, the whiteness of the sea foam, the color of the sand and the greenery of the coastal areas. Accents are bright port colors: red, rich yellow, brown.
- Use marine decor in the form of a steering wheel, thematic images and figurines, shells, ropes and cords, and a compass. Even a decorative porthole will come in handy.
- Use natural materials for finishing. For the walls it is wood, for the floor it is either wood or ceramic tiles.
- Simple, squat furniture made of wood, decorated with pillows and decorative upholstery.
- For windows, you can use laconic fabric or roller blinds, wooden blinds.
Small balcony in a marine style
You can’t do without marine-style textiles on the balcony
Marine interior palette
Note! A “clean” marine interior is a recreation of the decoration of a ship’s cabin.
Mediterranean style in the design of balconies
How is it different from the sea? The Mediterranean interior is a solution specifically for residential premises in the coastal zone. Here wood gives way to stone and plaster.
The amount of typical ship decor is reduced. Its place is taken by accessories reflecting the culture of the Mediterranean countries. Due to the national color, the palette is expanding. Cute homemade ruffles, embroidery, and flowers in pots appear.
There are many styles for decorating a balcony. You can add something of your own to ready-made solutions and combine them (within reason). However, it is important to be guided by the basic principles of developing a particular style.
Photo and video ideas for inspiration
Photo selections of options for lovers of non-trivial design (not only loft)
Narrow balcony in Scandinavian style:
A well-thought-out design of a loggia can transform it from a usual place for storing various rubbish into a useful and unusual room.
In principle, you can do anything you have enough imagination for.
A few ready-made ideas in the photo below will help you take your first steps. You can stop there, or you can expand and add your own solutions.
Let's start with the project
Naturally, when arranging a loggia or balcony, it is impossible to do without a project drawn up in advance.
You should clearly understand what you want to turn the loggia into in your apartment, otherwise in the process of work you will jump from one to another.
With such activities, the result may not be to improve the interior design of the loggia, but to significantly worsen it.
Agree, not everyone will like this, so let's start drawing up a project and expanding our apartments. meters.
The main points of the design project
First of all, having a loggia or balcony gives you the opportunity to increase the square footage. meters in the apartment, create additional space.
What it will be like is another question, and we will look at a few ready-made ideas a little later.
Now let’s try to identify the main components of the project:
- redevelopment of the room, if required by the owner’s wishes;
- insulation of additional space;
- choice of finishing option;
- selection of furniture;
- decorating the room;
- lighting installation.
This is roughly the order in which you need to work. Now let's look at each point in more detail.
Possible redevelopment and insulation
room small size, for example, 12 sq. meters, it is easy to increase due to the loggia, turning it into a place for relaxation, or vice versa, for work.
The combined areas will require only minor finishing, and above all, insulation.
When finishing and insulating a loggia in a modern style, it is not at all necessary to completely remove the door and window connecting it to the room.
An excellent replacement option would be structures made of super-strong glass or plastic.
Glass or transparent plastic panels have already firmly entered our apartments, as they have excellent qualities: they are airtight, able to retain heat for a long time, beautiful and aesthetically pleasing.
An insulated loggia is only necessary when you plan to spend a lot of time there.
And if this is actually the case, then determine the type of finish and start working.
Interior decoration of the loggia
The type of interior decoration will naturally depend on the design of the future apartments. meters. But there is general work, which are always required. First of all, this is the restoration of the parapet.
It will be safer to make it brick, then it will be stronger and warmer. The outside of a brick parapet can easily be finished with siding with your own hands.
At the same time, do not forget to place a layer of material in the sheathing voids that acts as heat and sound insulation.
The next step is to start glazing the loggia. It's better to trust the work here qualified craftsmen and put metal-plastic bags.
Only after these steps can you proceed to insulating the floor.
Repairing the floor on a balcony or loggia with your own hands is not difficult. First, a screed is made on which they are placed special bars made of wood - logs.
Insulating material, for example, foam, is placed in the spaces between them. And only after that - the floor covering.
What it will look like depends on the design, but most often in a modern style they use tiles, cork or floorboards.
If funds allow, then an excellent option for insulating a small loggia would be a heated floor system, which is installed under the screed.
Doing this yourself is not always convenient, so it is better to turn to professionals.
All other points of the project are individual for each specific case of apartment design. meters.
Therefore, let's look at a few ready-made ideas for transforming a loggia or balcony with your own hands.
Design options for additional meters
The design of balconies and loggias can be very diverse. We will offer several ready-made ideas, but how and in what style this can be played out depends on the flight of your imagination.
For clarity, each option is shown in the photo. So, let's begin.
Kitchen installation on the balcony
The idea sounds a little original, but it's worth it, especially if the sq. there is a catastrophic shortage of meters in the apartment. In many families, a minimum amount of time is allocated for cooking.
Most often, people buy ready-made food that just needs to be heated. A huge kitchen is completely unnecessary.
And it’s easy to install a small microwave on the loggia dinner table and multifunctional kitchen cabinets.
The emphasis is on a chic bar counter, sitting at which you can admire the panoramic surrounding view. Looks great in the photo.
Cabinet structure
Quite often in modern world All you need to do your job is a desk with a computer, and quite a few people work from home.
It is for them that it is important to transform the interior of the loggia into an office, equipping it at their own request.
Furniture designed according to individual project, you can order, and this should be done in professional workshops.
You will get a comfortable personal space, the style of which is easy and simple to get ready for work.
Another option - creative laboratory or an art studio - suitable for creative individuals.
Restroom
A large room rest, of course, will not work, but it is not needed.
The photo shows that only a small sofa or a few sun loungers and coffee table are able to create a wonderful atmosphere for relaxation after a hard day at work.
IN summer time in such a room you can even sunbathe, since the lighting is excellent - a whole glass wall perfectly transmits the sun's rays.
The photo below shows examples of interiors for a loggia.
Construction of a winter garden
Arrange a balcony in the form winter garden lovers of flowers and plants can do it themselves. They require a lot of light, and the main advantage of loggias is excellent lighting.
You don’t even need to deal with additional glazing; what you have is quite enough. By choosing the right varieties of flowers and plants, you can create a real piece of paradise.
If desired, it is easy to grow not only flowers, but herbs and vegetables, as seen in the photo. To create a real impression, it is good to decorate the garden in an appropriate style.
To decorate the walls, it is better to use natural stone or wood coverings, and lay waterproof ceramic tiles on the floor.
Below in the photo you can see examples of interior decoration of a narrow loggia.
Setting up a mini-sauna
This type of finishing will interest those who like to take wellness treatments. A large room is not needed for such purposes. Even one meter is enough.
You can buy and install a ready-made mini-sauna, or you can make it yourself.
The inside of the room is finished with wood, a bench is installed, again wooden, a special metal box with stones and an electric oven.
Water is splashed on heated stones and treatments are performed without leaving home. Agree, it's tempting.
Pet room
The eternal problem of animal lovers, comfortable placement of a pet, will be easily solved if the design concept for the interior of the loggia is correctly developed for these purposes.
This is especially true for dog lovers, as dogs love to be alone. Here you can put food bowls, a toilet, place a bed and scatter toys.
For all dogs, small and large, the loggia will quickly become a favorite place. Other animals, such as cats, will also feel good.
You can put a small sofa for yourself and comfortably spend time with your pet.
In the photo below you can see examples of interior decoration with panoramic glazing narrow loggias.
A few more options
In addition to the above ideas, the loggia design can be designed in the style of:
- Sports hall. Install small exercise equipment, a treadmill, a wall bars and keep fit without leaving home;
- Dressing room. An ideal option for fashionistas and owners of a large number of things that can be conveniently placed in a small apartment on an area of several square meters. meters is unrealistic;
- Terraces. In this case, a loggia design with panoramic glazing is well suited. Its main advantage is the creation of visual convergence of the surrounding landscape with the room. Such a summer-style loggia will look completely different, and after looking at the photo, you will understand what’s going on.
Thus, a loggia or balcony is a real opportunity to increase the square footage. meters of apartment with your own hands. Many ready-made ideas we show in the photo.
Modern loggias can become multifunctional spaces. To do this, carefully consider the design to create a comfortable corner for relaxation. Size is the main thing in design! Let's consider the recommendations of experienced specialists.
Loggia 3 sq. m
Those who adore flowers can turn the room into a fashionable greenhouse, where they can put flower pots and hang gorgeous climbing plants from the ceiling.
For the recreation area you need to choose transformable furniture that can be removed if necessary. To increase space, use only light colors.
A comfortable chair in the corner with cushions can be placed on a large drawer where you can store various small items.
Side shelf(s) with drawers and an armful of flowers look luxurious on a narrow balcony.
A practical and economical method of finishing a loggia is PVC panels, well complemented with wood-look PVC window frames. A panel with a panorama of Paris from the side will look impressive. A bright armchair with a light table located nearby will create a romantic mood.
For a hookah bar, finishing with decorative plaster and bright textiles would be ideal.
Loggia 4-6 sq. m
For medium parameters there are more possibilities where you can apply any style. Huge windows will help expand the room; an installation of stones, a multi-tiered wall of plants or an artificial pond will look beautiful.
From materials for beautiful design loggias, the inside can be decorated with ceramic tiles, choose furniture from chipboard. Decorate the windows roller blinds. The black and white palette looks stylish.
Loggia from 7 sq.m. m
IN spacious rooms zoning with partitions or screens is possible. It will fit well here corner sofa, where a large company can stay.
A rocking chair or sofa swing will attract all your friends. Another option is to place a mini-gym.
Design of a combined loggia
When 2 rooms are combined in one, you can take out a large pouf and dressing table. A built-in wardrobe will fit well, which can also be decorated with unusual photo wallpaper.
A sliding system is effective, where huge glass will increase the area while maintaining sound insulation. When the wide doors are opened, the loggia will become an extension of the apartment.
If combined with the kitchen, you can remove the set that interferes Appliances(microwave, food processor, coffee machine) or dining area. A compact bar counter can serve as a partition.
When combined with a nursery, you can create a comfortable corner for your child’s creativity. A large table with a lamp, albums and paints, placed in a corner or along the windows, will become a favorite place for games and activities.
When the cabinet acquires additional area, it is better to use paintable wallpaper, decorative stone or moldings. Lighting at different levels will be most convenient. For a home office, it is better to order custom-made furniture and panoramic glazing with Japanese or roller blinds.
A sewing workshop would be a great place to work.
How to insulate the floor?
If you insulate the floor or remove the radiator, the additional space can be used all year round. For insulation, use: mineral wool, polystyrene foam, expanded clay or penoplex. They are practical, retain heat, and are easy to install.
Walls
Materials such as cork, lining, plastic and MDF panels, and drywall are often used. Stone finishes are popular.
If the windows face the sunny side, then it is better to choose cork and lining. A more economical option is plasterboard and MDF panels.
At harsh winters ideal for greater wall insulation natural stone. It's not cheap, but it will bring you joy for many years.
Choice of style
The modern design of the loggia includes light wicker chairs, as well as furniture without a frame. For finishing choose decorative panels with different patterns. Accessories include stylish lamps, blinds of any shade, and hanging paintings on the walls. White-coffee tones are common, but often occur bright colors(dark blue, burgundy, mint or sand).
Provence – the naturalness of a French village. Wood, ceramic tiles, and stone with shades of nature are used. Choose light walls and floor coverings. Not only white, but also delicate tones are suitable for the ceiling: beige, blue or pink.
Combination of any light colors provincial style is emphasized. Antique furniture, curtains with small flowers, living plants and a wrought-iron chandelier will give the finished look.
The Japanese version is suitable for fans of the exotic. Panels with hieroglyphs, lacquered furniture in red-chocolate or deep brown tones are possible on the walls.
The style of mats, bamboo blinds, partitions (screens) with suitable patterns is emphasized. The decoration will be a beautiful large fan, or a panel on Japanese themes, ikebana, bansai bushes, a picture with sakura, etc.
Mediterranean flavor requires natural materials: patterned tiles, wood panels, wicker chairs. Suitable interior colors: mint, turquoise, coffee, sand, olive, etc. White and blue tones will beautifully highlight the Mediterranean.
Style attributes include sun loungers, a comfortable hammock, wicker chairs, and light wrought-iron lamps. A palm tree in a tub will give the finished look.
High-tech for experimenters and creative, brave people. The inherent features are minimalism, the predominance of metallic, white, black or red colors. An abundance of glass, metal parts (shelves, etc.), in cladding - stylish panels with metallic color. LED light bulbs are better under the ceiling.
Country is expressed in wooden elements, decorative stone. Indoor flowers and bright colors will add variety. Curtains with ornaments or large flowers, floor runners different colors. Benches made of wood, rough chairs, the table is better covered with chintz, linen with bright colors.
Loft – for spacious areas where partitions (screens) are used for zoning. Panoramic glazing, good lighting with a minimum amount of decor - indicators of a loft.
Materials: metal pipes, steel sheets. Simple furniture without decorations in gray (blue) tones. Brick-like design, some carelessness and simplicity are suitable for decoration.
Original design ideas for a loggia can be easily implemented based on your taste. Having chosen your favorite style, a comfortable corner will appear where you can comfortably gather with your whole family or chat with friends.
Beautiful loggia designs are presented in our gallery in the photo below.
Loggia design photo
Whatever the area and shape of the loggia, its space can be made not only beautiful and cozy, but also comfortable and functional.
Small area (up to 3 sq.m.)
If the balcony area is very small, less than 3 sq.m., you can use it to the greatest advantage by placing a cabinet with shelves in a niche.
It will be convenient to store things that are not used often, incl. supplies of bed linen and towels.
Or you can create an individual relaxation area where you can sit after a working day with a good book and a cup of tea.
There is no point in cluttering a small space with an abundance of objects. In such an area it is convenient to use folding furniture, folding tables and transformable chairs.
Average area (4-6 sq.m)
On a loggia of 4-6 square meters you can create a wonderful place to relax. A small sofa or couple will fit here soft chairs. Place a low table nearby. The walls can be equipped with open shelves.
Place a shelving unit in a free corner or closed cabinet.
On a medium-sized balcony, you can also organize a work area by installing a tabletop.
Just before you decide to turn your balcony into a place to work, you need to take into account the climate of your place of residence. It will first need to be insulated.
To save space in the apartment, you can place a dryer and ironing board on the loggia. Place an open shelving unit in the side niche to put ironed linen on shelves and store a supply of laundry detergents, clothespins and other equipment.
Large area (from 7 sq.m.)
On the large loggia you can place not only comfortable armchairs with a table, but also a chest of drawers with drawers, wall shelves.
There is enough space here for plants and for additional decor in the form of lamps and vases of flowers.
Also in the design of the loggia with large area you can turn on a mini gym by adding a couple of exercise machines.
If the space is insulated, then the loggia can be turned into an independent room in the form of a study, a children's playroom or even a kitchen.
Arrangement of balconies and loggias of various shapes
The most common balcony shape is rectangular. The entrance is usually on the side. Therefore, it is customary to place furniture in a niche on the right or left.
If the balcony is square, then you can emphasize the symmetry of the space by placing a round table in the center. Place a couple of chairs around. Hang pictures or shelves on the walls.
Rarely, but sometimes there is a balcony triangular shape. In this case, it is worth playing around with the existing angle. You can place a large cozy chair in it, or arrange a desk in the corner. Only given the non-standard size, the tabletop will have to be made to order.
Narrow loggia
If the loggia is very narrow, then the furniture standard sizes won't fit on it. In this case, it is advisable to either remodel and combine the loggia with the living room, or turn it into a greenhouse with your favorite plants.
Open balcony
It's great to relax on the open balcony during the warm season. Spending a summer evening on the open terrace, breathing fresh air, is simply wonderful.
When settling in open veranda weather changes should be taken into account. Therefore, it is better to choose furniture from moisture resistant materials: metal or plastic. For convenience, you can use fabric capes and pillows, which in case of heavy rain you can bring it into the house.
Glazed loggia
In order not to depend on weather conditions, the loggia should be glazed. Frames can be made of PVC or more environmentally friendly - made of wood. Having installed windows, it is worth choosing suitable curtains or blinds.
When calculating the width of each window, consider how convenient it will be on the back side if it is stationary. For opening compartments, consider the width of the balcony. If it is very narrow, measure whether the window can be fully opened. In this case, it is worth giving preference to a sliding window system, when the sashes move in one plane (as in sliding wardrobes).
Warm balcony
If you intend to use the balcony not as a place for short-term relaxation, but to spend several hours there every day, then insulating the balcony is a top priority.
To do this you need:
All this needs to be done before decorative finishing space.
Loggia as a continuation of the apartment
If the area of the loggia allows, then you can make it into a separate room, or remove the partition and combine the space with the adjacent territory.
Children's
The loggia can be turned into play area for a child. You need to lay a warm carpet on the floor. Hang shelves for toys along the walls. For older children, the loggia can become a creative workshop.
Cabinet
For people who work on a computer at home, turning a loggia into a work office is a very common occurrence. Not much space is required for a table and other equipment. Moreover, thanks a large number The windows are always bright there.
When creating a work area, you can install either a ready-made factory table or install a custom-made tabletop according to the specified dimensions.
If the loggia is combined with a room, then a work space can also be built into the existing niche on the side.
Kitchen
If you want the house to have one more additional living room, then you can include a kitchen in the design of the loggia. True, you will have to take care of transferring communications. In this case, installing a small compact headset will be the ideal solution.
To save space, you can install a folding table, or you can only do cooking on the loggia, and place a dining table with chairs in the living room.
Wardrobe
To save space in the apartment, you can not install a large closet for things, but make a dressing room out of the loggia.
Just keep in mind that if things are constantly exposed to the sun, they will fade over time. Therefore, shelves and crossbars where clothes will be placed must be covered with doors or a screen.
How to decorate a balcony or loggia
When all the preparatory work has been carried out, the essential question arises of how to decorate the balcony or loggia.
Floor and its insulation
If the balcony is open, then the floor covering must be resistant to moisture and temperature changes. In this case, you can lay tiles or porcelain stoneware on the floor. In addition, this material is easy to clean, easy to maintain and durable.
If the balcony or loggia is closed, then the following will look good on the floor:
In order for the floor to be at a comfortable temperature, it needs to be insulated. For this you can use:
Or use the “warm floor” system.
Wall and ceiling cladding
Balcony walls can be finished the following materials:
The ceiling on a loggia or balcony can be:
Balcony design
Let's consider several options for the interior of a balcony.
Balcony in a panel house
In panel houses, balconies, as a rule, have a small area. To make their interior more interesting, use different types of wall coverings. For example, one of the walls can be finished decorative stone, and level the rest with drywall and paint.
Place decorative tiles on the floor. Don't forget about plants and decorative elements.
Balcony in a private house
If a private house has an open balcony, it can be decorated in rustic style.
Wall decoration in the form of natural boards or wooden lining will look harmonious. Place wicker furniture. Add textiles to the interior: rug, decorative pillows, blanket.
Balcony in a brick new building
Frame the open balcony with an elegant wrought iron fence. Place water-resistant furniture to create a resting place. Place plants around the perimeter.
Green corner on the balcony
The balcony looks very picturesque, where there are many plants.
Such a green garden can become a real highlight of any home or apartment.
Choose pots in the same style. Place plants not only on the floor, but also along the walls, using fasteners.
When choosing plants, give preference to those that tolerate plenty of heat and light.
Choice of colors
When choosing the color scheme for the balcony, keep in mind that white and any light shades visually increase the space, while dark ones reduce it.
If the balcony is combined with a living room, choose finishes in a similar shade to visually unify the space.
For balconies located on the sunny side, you can choose cool shades of blue, green, and purple. If, on the contrary, the balcony is often in the shade, you can add bright colors using warm beige, yellow and orange shades.
Decoration of balcony windows
If the loggia or balcony is glazed, then to make it more comfortable you should hang curtains or blinds.
There are several design options. It can be:
Blinds can be either vertical or horizontal.
Too thick curtains on the balcony are not needed. Choose a light fabric that matches the tone of the walls.
In addition to the decorative component, curtains or blinds will help protect against strong sunlight and prying eyes.
Choosing a balcony style
Like any other room, a loggia or balcony can be decorated in one of the popular interior styles.
Modern
A balcony, decorated in a modern style, usually has a laconic finish in calm shades, simple shapes.
High tech
The interior of the balcony in the high-tech style is distinguished by some minimalism. Elements of furniture and decor are made of materials such as metal and leather. Color shades of white, beige, gray are used.
Country
For a country-style balcony (“rustic chic”), use wooden or wicker furniture. Small metal hips can be used as plant pots. Hang imitation street lamps on the walls. Everything should be decorated simply, but with soul.
Loft
The loft style is characterized by minimalism and pristine materials. The photo above shows a version of a balcony where the walls are made of brickwork and plaster. The interior uses materials such as glass, metal, and plastic. The loft style does not tolerate unnecessary decorations - everything is strict and textured.
Eco
To recreate eco-style on the balcony, use only natural, environmentally friendly materials. Put wooden furniture as in the photo above. Decorative pillows and blankets are preferably made of cotton or linen.
Balcony furniture
For glazed balconies and loggias, you can use any furniture. The main selection criterion is compliance with the size and style of the interior.
If the balcony is open, then it is desirable that the furniture is made of moisture-resistant materials and is easy to care for.
If the frame of the chairs or sofa is made of metal, use pillows to add softness and comfort, as in the photo below.
Photos of real projects
Conclusion
If you treat the design of the balcony with soul, then it can become a nice secluded corner in the apartment where you can spend an hour or two on outdoors in a pleasant environment. Or equip the space, and then the balcony will not just be an addition, but an independent room for work, children’s games or storing clothes.
We offer you a selection of 100 photos of modern loggia design ideas for 2018 - 2019, so that you can find inspiration for creating a beautiful and functional additional space. This collection and tips for decorating a beautiful and functional interior will help turn your loggia into one of your favorite places to relax or work.
Modern loggia design ideas with photos
You won't need a lot of effort, furniture or money to give a small loggia space measuring 3-6 meters a modern look, and the end result will be new interior, ideal for entertaining several guests or enjoying privacy.
And with a little effort in design and remodeling, you can put a bed on the loggia and create an attractive and ideal atmosphere in this room, which will become a long-awaited place to relax at the end of the day.
There are many amazing design ideas for decorating the interior of a small loggia. The key to design is to determine the purpose of the specific use, such as whether it will be a place for eating, gardening, reading, sleeping or working.
Beautiful loggia design 5 or 6 meters
Minimalist style design ideas are one of modern trends in the interior. They are ideal for small loggias measuring 5 or 6 meters. Compact furniture, small decorations, simple layout and clear lines create a visual large space and the illusion of a more spacious room.
To make the most of the 6-meter loggia area without cluttering the space with unnecessary things, pay attention to the interior design with built-in wardrobes. Wardrobes with sliding fronts – best option: they will hide things from view and will not take up extra space, unlike furniture with hinged doors.
Design ideas for a small loggia of 4 square meters. m
Built-in wardrobes and shelves under the ceiling are space-saving ideas for a small loggia with an area of only 4 sq.m., which visually increase the space. Straight lines, compact furniture, bright lamps and white decor design will transform a small space into a well-organized and functional room.
Design of a small loggia 2 - 3 meters
It is usually difficult to create a beautiful loggia design in a panel house, since it is often small, for example, only 2 or 3 meters in area, but it is possible, because modern balcony structures made using various materials. Mixing PVC, metal and wood with unique and colorful details, creates beautiful interior loggias in a minimalist style that looks bright and interesting.
Design of an insulated loggia combined with a room - photo
Modern ideas for adding outdoor living space to a room create beautiful interiors, which combine home comfort and nature, increase the usable area of the house, and improve the premises. The loggia can be used for entertaining with friends, as a small home office or as a room for rest and relaxation.
Check out a collection of photos of beautiful, comfortable and modern ideas for designing elegant and attractive loggias combined with a room. Now on the insulated loggia you can arrange a working or sleeping area or move the dining area there.
Kitchens with a combined loggia - photo
Ideas for combining a kitchen with a loggia for small apartments are the creation of a bright, functional, comfortable and modern design interior design in small rooms.
The colors for finishing can be any - dark and light, saturated and muted. It all depends on your preferences and design style. The main condition is harmonious combination shades among themselves.
Cozy bedrooms with a combined loggia - photo
Combining a bedroom with a loggia requires calm, soothing, light and neutral colors. Soft whites and light grays, pale greens and blue colors perfect. As bright accents You can use warm yellow, orange, peach, pink and red.
Living rooms with a combined loggia - photo
Living rooms in light colors, combined with a loggia, look more spacious and elegant. Natural design and finishing materials, portable bio-fireplaces, small water fountains, cozy lamps and pots with flowering and green plants create a magnificent room for entertaining guests.
Compact furniture, ergonomic layout, creative room dividers combined with bright lighting – great ideas for modern room design with a combined loggia and decoration of small apartments and houses.
Decorating loggias inside – photo of design ideas
For finishing glazed and insulated loggias, the same materials are used as for finishing other rooms, but the most popular method is finishing with wooden or plastic lining. Decorating the inside of the loggia with wooden clapboard creates a more comfortable environment, and plastic is easier to care for and does not need to be painted regularly.
Loggia design with panoramic glazing
Panoramic glazing looks beautiful and makes the room filled with light. Loggias can be designed in any shape, size and style. Basically, the forms of loggias are divided into types:
- rectangular;
- square;
- semicircular;
- in the form of a trapezoid.
Attractive potted plants, light curtains and paintings are modern ideas that will decorate outdoor living spaces with panoramic glazing, turning them into elegant retreats.
Panoramic glazing requires a powerful stream of natural light, so choose fading-resistant finishing materials, especially if you have a sunny side.
Buy a comfortable and compact furniture for sitting. Corner furniture will help maximize space and create a beautiful environment. Decorative accessories, plants in floor and hanging pots, curtains or blinds, pillows will help you fully experience the romance of your new vacation spot.
Useful ideas for landscaping a loggia
Plastic flower pots and hanging planters are the cheapest and most beautiful way to refresh the interior of a loggia, turning it into amazing place for relax. Contemporary home furnishings come in stylish neutrals, natural shades of green and bright colors, so they can be easily combined with color scheme your loggia.
Take advantage of this collection of fashionable designer ideas and make your loggia a truly cozy place where both you and your friends and family will feel comfortable and pleasant.
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