Our small or large oasis of relaxation, never as in this particular moment have we appreciated and understood the true value that even the smallest terrace has in completing our home.
During the days of quarantine for this epidemic, those lucky enough to have an external outlet, albeit a small one, have really been able to benefit greatly.
The terrace is a place of pleasure, it gives an added value to the home, it is a place where you can share moments with friends and family and for this reason it is right to furnish it with care and attention to make it a suitable place for relaxation. can relax by reading a book or listening to music, alone or in company.
The furnishing variables are really many, determined first of all by the space we have available.
It doesn’t matter if the space is small or large, what matters is how we manage it, having the opportunity to enjoy a balcony is already a great fortune, and with a little imagination and good taste it can be transformed into a small oasis. of relaxation.
In general, it would be better to try to give continuity and consistency between the interior and exterior furnishings.
The main part is represented by the seats, accompanied by a table and plants to follow, then if you have more space you can insert deckchairs, beds etc.
The possibilities are really many from the materials: iron, plastic, polypropylene, synthetic rattan, wood etc. To style: classic, modern, design, or rustic to do it yourself, without necessarily having to spend large amounts you can get a beautiful result.
However, the quality of the products and raw materials is important, which having to be outdoors must be resistant, so it is better to spend a little more immediately to avoid having to deal with the purchase again in the short term, because it is deteriorated.
On the terraces there is often humidity and there are changes in temperature that can affect the duration of the furnishings, for this reason, as already mentioned, it is better to choose materials such as aluminum, polypropylene, which moreover can be recycled in respect of the environment. , or even wood, which however requires a little more maintenance.
The companies that produce outdoor now offer not only a wide range of different styles for all tastes and needs, but also vast color solutions that allow you to indulge your imagination as much as possible.
For the living area, different solutions have been created with modular and transformable sofas that can be adapted and transformed according to needs, then there are sofas of very small dimensions useful to satisfy even those who have a little less space but still want to have a comfortable area. where to relax after a day of work.
Then there are the suspended seats that make a corner unique and characteristic, they are original and leave space on the floor.
The same goes for the dining area, where there is certainly a wide choice of tables and chairs of different materials and designs that combine practicality, comfort and resistance.
To ensure that our terrace becomes an area of true relaxation, we must first remove all the useless things that end up turning it into a pantry, possibly if we need space to store and hide, we can use outdoor furniture positioned in a corner. without creating a hindrance and taking up space.
You can embellish and decorate the terrace with carpets, cushions and lanterns with candles that create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, in addition to plants that are certainly a fundamental part of the balcony decoration.
You can then transform the environment and also heat it through the floor which is very often tiled, covering it with wood in this way will make the environment immediately more welcoming with a touch of character and warmth that enhances it.
Another important element is the lighting, which can add intimacy and color, you can place them on the wall, or you can place some lights on the fixed railings or even using string lights that are available in various lengths and shapes, always these can be also hang from one side to the other creating an effective decorative element.
Lately, the area dedicated to barbeque is increasingly popular and accessible, now there are models that do not smoke and can be used without disturbing the neighbors.
Completing everything with a pergola is certainly the ideal choice to make the balcony protected from the sun and bad weather, but for those who do not have enough space, an awning can still be the right choice.
When you have a small balcony, furnishing it in a creative way is certainly more difficult but it is not absolutely impossible.
Making the most of the walls and railing can be the ideal solution to leave more free space, the plants can be hung creating a feeling of extra space.
For the furniture you can choose benches enriched with colored cushions, or a small sofa that can also be found in very small dimensions, folding chairs and a small table are certainly the best choice, there are also wall or railing models.
Through the decorations, you can get a truly surprising effect, plants, lights, fabrics. In short, off to creativity.
Having an outdoor space is a real treasure these days then it is more than ever.
