Make your balcony and terrace fit for summer – decoration ideas, design trends and much more
Balcony & Terrace: Decoration Ideas – Summer is just around the corner and spring cleaning begins in the city as well. Whether it’s the terraces in the suburbs or balconies in the city centre, everything needs to be spruced up and ready for summer. Whether new plants, new furniture or a complete redesign, the outdoor areas need care and a little color to be used again on beautiful summer days.
Small space with a big effect – balcony and terrace as an oasis of well-being
Especially in the hustle and bustle of the city, your own little oasis of well-being is worth its weight in gold, but balconies are usually rare and space is limited. With the help of many small tricks, the transformation of a simple balcony into a very special place despite limited space is very simple. Those who are lucky enough to have a terrace can make use of many great elements to make the most of the given space and design it in the best possible way.
You do not have a balcony or terrace but a garden? No problem, because we show you how to plan and design the garden properly!
Building a stone terrace yourself – a new look for the garden
The foundation stone for any terrace is a beautiful subsoil. A patio stone is particularly suitable, as it is very easy to maintain and visually appealing. In summer, this can be walked on barefoot and a barbecue, patio furniture or a sun lounger can also find a comfortable place here. The dimensions are individually very different and can be well adapted to the circumstances. Building a stone terrace is possible on your own, but is very easy with the help of 1-2 assistants. The video explains step by step how the construction of a stone terrace becomes a success.
- A stone terrace is easy to maintain and visually appealing
- The construction is relatively simple, but time consuming.
- A stone terrace is a good way to landscape the garden and create a surface
Redesigning a city terrace – with a few simple steps to the goal
A city terrace is a true luxury, because in the city there is usually little space for green areas or terraces and balconies replace the function of these. If a city terrace is available, it is of course ideal for creating an oasis of well-being and finding some peace in the hectic city life. The design should always be adapted to the individual circumstances. In the video, experts show how the design of such places simply succeeds, which elements can be used well and how the own style can flow into the design. The modern design with matching elements helps to transform the given space into your own living oasis.
- Simple design elements create a modern living oasis in the middle of the city
- Urban terraces are becoming increasingly rare and should therefore be used to their full potential
Decorative ideas for balcony and terrace – small things with a big effect
A balcony is a basic requirement for many when looking for an apartment, and with good reason. The balcony can be an oasis of calm and offer a place to relax, especially in the summer. However, the design is very important to ensure that the small outdoor area is harmonious and coherent. Depending on the size and conditions of the balcony, a wide variety of elements can be combined to make the most of the available space. In the video, many great suggestions and ideas are given for designing a balcony. From the use of a mini herb bed to lanterns and candles to create the right mood.
- The right design of the balcony can turn the small outdoor area into a feel-good oasis
- Many elements can be realised even in a small space
Renew the wooden terrace – start the summer without splinters
Wooden terraces have a very beautiful visual aspect. Unfortunately, wooden terraces also have the property to rot with time, to become a splinter trap or to lose the beautiful visual aspect through weathering. From time to time, wooden terraces must therefore be renewed, as the function and the optical aspects are lost. When renewing, care should always be taken to know the cause of the defects so that they are not done again. The selection of the right wood is also an indicator of success and visually very crucial.
- Wood is visually very appealing, but must be renewed after a certain time
- Defects in the construction can quickly damage the wood and thus cause it to rot
Build your own privacy screen – enjoy the summer relaxed and undisturbed
A privacy screen is particularly often useful on balconies or ground-floor terraces to maintain some privacy. To ensure that the privacy screen also fits well with the design of the balcony, it should be well coordinated and visually appealing. Plants provide a great privacy screen as they echo nature and are visually striking. The video shows how a privacy screen with plants can be easily built yourself and how simple it can be used for balconies as well as for terraces in a modern way.
- A privacy screen preserves privacy on the balcony
- Visually, a privacy screen can become a design element and contribute to decoration
- Plants offer a great privacy screen and additionally pick up on nature
The best balcony tips – many ideas for small space
To take advantage of the small space on a balcony, there are many different options. From extra small tables to special flower boxes and a balcony outdoor shower. The right elements do not make the balcony look cluttered, but complement the space optimally. Barbecues, sunbathing or other activities are thus made possible and the optimal use of the space is ensured. In the video there are many different tips on how to use and design the balcony optimally.
- The right design is especially important for small areas, such as the balcony.
- Great tips and special designs help to arrange the elements on the balcony properly
Mini garden pond for balcony and terrace – the small oasis in the city apartment
A garden pond creates a great atmosphere and contributes a lot to the visual aspect of the garden. Since on a balcony or terrace the conditions for a pond are not present, there is a mini pond that is optimal for small spaces. The atmosphere of a pond is maintained and can be used in limited space. The video explains step by step how to install and build the mini pond.
- Bringing the atmosphere of a pond to the balcony or terrace
- The mini version has a great effect and enhances the spatial conditions
Small balconies new design – simple and effective ideas
Especially in spring, the balconies are basically cleaned and redesigned. New plants, new decoration and especially a new fresh look for the summer. Beautiful flowers are an important part of this process, as they herald the spring and bring new life into the room. But the right furniture and the right accessories are also important, so that in the end all elements lead to a great result. In the video, the experts explain which flowers are the right ones, how they are best transplanted and designed.
- Redesigning the balcony in spring is an exciting process that heralds the new season
- Fresh flowers and a new look contribute to the design of the balcony