8 Decor Ideas For A Beautiful Balcony!

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oi-Amrisha

By Amrisha Sharma

Saturday, November 19, 2011, 14:00

Did you know balcony is the most peaceful place in the house to sit and relax? Balcony has originated from an Italian word Balcone which means scaffold. Most of the people don't utilise this outdoor space, thus leaving it undecorated. Decorating your balcony is not difficult when compared to the indoor space. Here are few home decor ideas to decorate the balcony and transform it into a comfortable place.

Home decor ideas for decorating balcony:

1. You can make the balcony green if there is enough space around. It adds more life to the open outdoor place. Decorate the balcony with colourful flower plants to get the natural look. Container gardening is the ideal option for your balcony. Decorate the corners with rose, marigold, tulip and sunflower plants. Gardening is best visible when the space is good so first concentrate on the sitting area.

2. Balcony sitting can be used for various purposes. Sit and relax, read a novel or paper, have evening tea alone or with friends and most importantly, spend some time alone or with your partner. The sitting arrangement should be done under full or partial shade to avoid getting tanned. Sitting under the shade protects the furnitures and is cozy too!

3. Use lounge chairs and tables to get the stylish look. If you want to make it a hangout place, place bean bags and rag mats with a center table to get the finished look.

4. Place pillows or cushions on the sitting for a comfortable and relaxing time.

5. It is best to use teak furniture as they are weather resistant. Padded furnitures are also good as they can resist any weather conditions.

6. Don't forget to colour the walls. Use bright colours to paint the walls and make a cheerful atmosphere.

7. Lighting is important for decorating balcony. You can use candles to get the natural look. Light lamps or lanterns in metal is a traditional home decor idea for balcony.

8. If you have space left in corners, cover with container plants and decorate the balcony.

Try these home decor ideas for decorating your balcony and utilising the free outdoor space of the house!