Balcony interior: loggia design options, photos of finishing examples

In an effort to practically use every free meter of an apartment, you need to pay attention to the balcony. From a trivial pantry, it can become an office, a summer garden or a lounge. Numerous options, designer tips and photos of interesting style solutions will inspire decisive action.

A balcony or loggia is additional square meters that can be useful, functional and beautiful

Ideas for beautiful interior decoration of the balcony

If the loggia is originally glazed, then the balcony can be either closed or open. For the effective use of each option, it is necessary to decide on the functionality of the future premises.

Arrangement of the balcony space largely depends on the presence or absence of glazing

Are you planning an open area? It is best used for summer vacations. Indoor plants, light Provence interior and a couch or wide bench with cushions. An enclosed space has plenty of room for creativity. Both options should be considered in detail.

Open balcony interior

A small open space can be made cozy and practical. The balcony can be used as:

• Small living room. You will need a table and several chairs or ottomans. If the living room is adjacent to the kitchen, you can arrange evening tea with guests in the open air. Or have breakfast here in the morning.
  

  When exposing furniture to an open balcony, it is worth remembering that it will get wet and dusty.

• Resting-place. Rattan furniture or a classic rocking chair will do. A bold solution would be a hanging chair or hammock. On such a balcony, you can sunbathe during the day and drink tea in the evening, sitting comfortably in an armchair under a blanket.
  

  A chair made of artificial rattan is absolutely not afraid of moisture, and additional pillows are not difficult to bring into the apartment

• Grill area. Modern grilling technology is compact. There are special ovens with mounting for the side. A table and a couple of folding chairs and you can start the party.
  

  Due to safety regulations, only an electric grill can be used on the balcony

• Mini-cabinet. A table, a chair and an extension cord are the work area for the laptop. It is much better to think in the air.
  

  A small plastic table and a comfortable chair - the mini-cabinet is ready!

• Summer garden. The open area, filled with air and light, is an ideal place for living plants. They can be placed along railings and walls in pots or wooden boxes, and large flowers can be placed on the floor. A modern solution is phyto-painting from moss or climbing plant varieties. Vertical vegetation climbing the slats will adorn the walls.
  

  The flower greenhouse on the balcony will delight not only the owners of the apartment, but everyone around them

Open space assumes use in the warm season, therefore, modern designers are advised to use bright, saturated colors. Colorful textiles and multi-colored pillows will refresh the interior of the balcony. If the area is limited, you can put folding furniture or poufs.

Closed balcony interior

The closed balcony is operated all year round, so more zones can be equipped here. Dozens of photos of the interior of the loggia prove the variety of options for using the glazed space. Loggia can become:

• A relaxation room. Reading a book on a warm balcony in winter is a city dweller's dream.
  

  On a narrow balcony, it is better to use a folding table, which folds easily and does not interfere with free passage

• Play area for the child. You can provide cabinets for toys and a personal space for games and activities.
  

  To organize a children's area, you will have to insulate the floor and solve the issue with heating

• Cabinet. For the working area, you need to provide bright lighting so that you can work at night.
  

  Study on a corner balcony decorated in a loft style

• Storage area. Compact cabinets along the walls and poufs with space inside allow you to keep tools, shoes, materials for creativity, etc. in order.
  

  A swing cabinet built into the end wall is suitable for storing various things and objects.

• Dining room. A table for tea and breakfast and upholstered furniture will allow you to enjoy the view from the loggia at any time of the year.
  

  Option for arranging the dining area on the loggia attached to the kitchen

• Winter garden. Home greenhouse with plants blooming all year round and a small seating area. A fragrant balcony, interior design and photos of various options will inspire creativity.
  

  Plants on the windowsill or in hanging pots will make a real green garden out of the balcony.

Before planning the arrangement of furniture, the loggia needs to be prepared. The main stages of the repair are glazing and thorough insulation. It is necessary to lay insulation not only on the walls, but also on the floor.

Stages of work:

1. Free up space completely.
2. Remove old trim.
3. Glazing the balcony. Panoramic glazing or insulated double-glazed windows are possible.
4. Fill holes and cracks thoroughly.
5. Insulate the future room with foam or mineral wool.
6. Think over and implement heating. An oil radiator, underfloor heating, thermal fan or infrared heater will do.
7. Sheathe the loggia with the material chosen for decoration. There are many options: lining, board, plastic panels, drywall, decorative plaster and tiles. Wallpaper or painting will do.

The material for decoration depends on the style preferences of the owner. Not every finishing material will fit the loft or Provence style.

The materials used for finishing the balcony must withstand high humidity and temperature drops

The choice of style direction in the interior of the balcony

A balcony can become the highlight of an apartment if the space is properly organized. Finishing materials, color palette, furniture and accessories depend on the choice of style.

Cheeky loft

The harsh industrial-style negligence allows the wall to be finished with white or red bricks. If you need to save space, panels that imitate brick are suitable.

Industrial design lamps are used to illuminate a loft-style balcony.

A loft implies a paucity of decoration, compact furniture and a lack of decorations. Style features are exposed wiring, metal and concrete surfaces. The loft is characterized by an abundance of bright lighting, which is perfect for an office or workshop.

Cozy Provence

Floral motifs, blue or blue tones and an abundance of textiles create the coziness of the Provence style. In decoration, designers advise using wood and brick. Wicker furniture and aged wooden stools painted white will do.

The photo shows a small balcony, decorated in the style of French Provence

Mediterranean style

The interior of the Mediterranean was influenced by Greece, Italy and Turkey. The style is characterized by lightness, mobility, bright colors. Basic finishing materials: tiles, wood, textured plaster.

The money tree located on the inner windowsill will give the impression of nature. A wooden floor will add warmth and comfort

It is advisable to use wooden furniture and a lighter version with wrought iron legs. Instead of curtains on the windows, shutters or wooden blinds.

The classic design allows wood panels or their imitation and cozy upholstered furniture in beige and brown tones. For country, lining and embossed plaster are suitable. The interior of the loggia in an oriental style presupposes dark wooden beams and variegated textiles.

Spacious loggia, the interior of which is made in oriental style

Color palette in the interior of the balcony and loggia

The color palette directly depends on the selected style:

• the oriental style is characterized by bright, juicy shades of red, burgundy, blue;
• Japanese motifs can be traced in red, beige and brown;
• Provence is distinguished by pastel colors and light walls with floral patterns;
• the loft is characterized by light gray and black tones;
• for an eco-style, natural natural tones and materials are suitable: green, beige, straw.

With the help of light colors, you can visually enlarge a tight space. Vertical stripes will "stretch" the loggia, horizontal stripes will "expand".

When choosing a color palette, the location of the balcony relative to the cardinal points is of decisive importance.

Selection of furniture for the interior of the balcony and loggia

The non-glazed balcony is open to rain, snow, dust. Only moisture-resistant and durable furniture that can withstand temperature extremes and wet cleaning is suitable for him. An acceptable option is a folding table and chairs, they are easy to bring indoors before the rain or for the winter.

Convenient to use folding metal furniture, complemented by soft pillows

In a closed insulated space, the following types of furniture can be installed:

• body (transformer);
• built-in;
• folding;
• wicker;
• plastic.

The correct arrangement of furniture depends on the size of the balcony and the interior design. It is optimal to use the U-shaped version, with a sofa and a table located along the edges of the loggia. It is better to leave free space in the center.

Competent furniture arrangement will save space. For a seating area, for example, a corner sofa with a folding seat is suitable. Or a podium with a mass of pillows on which you can lie or sit.

Balcony decoration options

The varied decor of the interior of the balcony in the apartment will add coziness and originality to the room.

When choosing a decor, it is important to take into account the style direction of the interior of the balcony.

Decor elements:

• false fireplace;
• decorative lamps;
• blankets;
• pillows;
• curtains.

Curtains are not only design but also functional. They protect from sunlight. If the loggia is on the east side, it is better to use dark curtains. For the shadow side, light-colored curtains that match the color of the cushions are suitable.

For a small and narrow balcony, the best solution would be practical plastic blinds or roller blinds

Interior of rooms combined with a balcony

The small area of ​​the balcony does not allow you to embody design ideas? If technical conditions permit, the balcony can be combined with the room. For example, with a kitchen or living room. To do this, remove unnecessary partitions, level the floor and thoroughly insulate the new space.

Living room with balcony

In the interior of the living room with a balcony, the arch looks great on the site of the former balcony opening. If the partition is completely removed, the former balcony can be zoned with columns on both sides.
The freed up space can be used for a mini-greenhouse. Or arrange a recreation area with a table and armchairs, from which you can observe the life of the city through panoramic windows.

The idea of ​​increasing the living room space due to the balcony will appeal to the owners of small apartments

Balcony-bedroom

The balcony, combined with the bedroom, will win space for the storage area. Shelves can be placed along the walls and under the window. A good option is to combine a bedroom and an office. A table, an armchair and a pair of pedestals will look great in place of the loggia.

In the photo there is a mini-office, separated from the bedroom by sliding doors with panoramic glazing

An interesting idea is a podium bed located under the window. If you use blackout curtains, this placement will be convenient.

Kitchen combined with a balcony

The additional meters that appeared in the kitchen after the unification make it possible to arrange a spacious seating area. On the balcony space, you can place large household appliances or equip a work area. But you should prepare for a technically complex communications wiring.

In the photo, the option of expanding the kitchen due to the balcony area

The best option is to put a dining table and chairs or a large sofa under the window opening. The larger the loggia, the wider the possibilities of the designer. But a stylish interior of a small balcony in the apartment is also possible, which is confirmed by numerous photographs.

A beautiful design is obtained if the chosen style and decor elements are clearly used. Competent selection of color schemes and the correct arrangement of furniture will expand the visual boundaries and create a spectacular space.

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Photos of beautiful examples of balcony interior design