How to Decorate an Open Balcony: 12 Current Ideas

Decorating an open balcony is not an easy task. Especially if you want to make it stylish, functional and eye-catching. Can't decide on the right decoration? We offer 12 ideas that will surely inspire you to redesign your own home.

1. A Reading and Relaxation Corner

In our climate, warm evenings are a true treasure! Don't waste this wonderful time. Create a reading and relaxation corner on your open balcony and enjoy fresh air.

All you need is a chair or bench, several comfortable cushions, and a throw blanket. If there's space for cozy decoration and a small coffee table, you'll have a relaxation zone.

Don't forget to ensure sufficient lighting if you plan to read during dark hours, and add live plants (for more comfort and a sense of unity with nature).

2. A Breakfast and Tea Area

What could be better than breakfast outdoors and cozy evening tea time on your own balcony? Why not create a cozy nook to enjoy a little more time in the sun?

Even on the smallest balcony, there's room for a compact table and a couple of chairs. Romantic touches can be added with candles and fairy lights, while comfort is instantly created by throws, decorative cushions, and a small area rug.

3. A Sunny Spot

Do you think it's impossible to get a great tan in a big city? What about a sunny spot on your own balcony? Provided, of course, that it's not constantly shaded by neighboring tall buildings.

A comfortable lounge chair is all you need. You can add a small table for cool drinks, surround yourself with greenery, and stock up on an umbrella (just in case it gets too hot).

By the way, a couple of cushions and a blanket in the evening will turn your sunbathing spot into a cozy outdoor relaxation area.

4. Grill Zone

Who said you have to go out of your apartment to host a grill party? Modern manufacturers offer many types of compact grills: from floor-standing to tabletop and wall-mounted. There are even special hanging models designed for attachment to the balcony railing.

5. Minimalist Design

If you're not a fan of cluttered spaces and prefer minimalism, you can keep it simple on your open balcony. Still providing comfort and coziness. Place a rocking chair or lounge chair next to a stylish indoor plant in a decorative pot. Done!

6. Green Wall on the Balcony

Green walls are a popular decorative technique. Why not use it on your open balcony? You don't have to hire special companies or create complex systems. You can grow such a decor yourself using climbing plants.

7. Japanese Motifs

Low furniture, pebbles on the floor, and lots of plants – Japanese motifs seem to be created for balcony design!

8. Bright Colors

If you keep your colors restrained in interior design, using bright hues in measured amounts and not straying from your chosen style, the balcony is a perfect place to let your imagination run wild. Fill the space with bright colors: paint the walls in summer shades, add colorful textiles and plants with various blooms.

9. Bold Choices

You can also allow yourself more daring choices. How about a hanging chair? Or a hammock? The main thing is not to forget about safety.

10. Mini Living Room

If you're lucky enough to have a spacious open balcony, consider turning it into a mini living room. Place a table, chairs, and sofa cushions here, stock up on additional foldable chairs – and warmly invite guests for cozy gatherings under the open sky.

11. Maximum Utility in Minimal Space

If your balcony is quite small and you don't want to give up comfort, look into practical and unconventional solutions. Corner chairs, foldable tables, a blanket rack with steps, poufs with built-in storage. Get the most out of the least space!

12. If There's No Room Even for Chairs...

Your balcony is very tiny, and even a couple of chairs might not fit? Then just do without them!