Si tienes un balcón pequeño y crees que por sus reducidas medidas no puedes sacarle todo el partido que te gustaría, hoy en Culmia tenemos que contarte algo que seguro que es de tu interés. Y es que queremos ofrecerte una serie de trucos para para que sepas cómo aprovechar este espacio al aire libre y consigas convertirlo en una zona privilegiada de tu hogar.

What do you think? Are you up for joining us on a journey through the fascinating world of small balconies?

What can a small balcony offer us?

It may only be a few square meters, but this space has everything it takes to make a difference in your home. Mainly because, although they can’t compare to their larger counterparts or to terraces, they do offer some of the best things these spaces have to offer: outdoor space, the chance to enjoy the sun and good weather, an area separate from the rest of the home where you can unwind or relax, a corner to let your gardening or botanical skills run wild…

So, the first step in making the most of a small balcony is to be clear about what we want to use it for. Obviously, given its size, it won’t be a particularly versatile or multifunctional space in our home, but if we assign it a specific purpose, the result may very well end up pleasantly surprising us.

Ideas for Making the Most of a Small Balcony

Relaxation and Unwinding Area

If you have enough space, you might want to consider setting up a relaxation area. There, you can soak up the sun, enjoy the fresh air, sit down to read, or listen to music with your headphones…

It should definitely include a place to sit, such as a chair, a sofa, or a beanbag. This can be a one- or two-seater, depending on your needs and available space; you might also consider adding a small side table where you can set down a plate of food, a glass or cup of something to drink, or whatever you’d like to keep you company, such as a book.

Creating a Small Garden

If its size doesn’t allow you to be comfortable or spend time there, a great way to make the most of your small balcony is to create a little garden. Since it’s outdoors and gets plenty of sunlight, it’s the perfect spot to place pots with outdoor plants, such as ivy, petunias, geraniums, or aromatic herbs. This way, in addition to enjoying a lovely hobby, you’ll decorate the exterior of your home in a very eye-catching and attractive way.

The Importance of Soil

A small balcony lends itself to being a cozy space where you can unwind. And to enhance this feeling, we encourage you to choose the right flooring that adds warmth and comfort. For example, we suggest covering it with wood or even artificial grass, since either of these materials will give the space a very natural and homey feel.

Making the Most of the Handrail

Since every centimeter of your small balcony is precious, you should try to make the most of all the space you have. The railing itself can serve as a support for a piece of furniture or an accessory, such as a small table with hooks, which you can remove when you’re not using it. Or, of course, a planter where you can place your pots and tend to your plants.

Do you need privacy? You’ll have it with curtains or a screen.

Living in a city means sharing small spaces with other people, so if you have a small balcony, there may be other balconies or windows nearby. Not to mention when your home is on a lower floor, since in these cases your privacy could be compromised by the proximity of pedestrians walking down the street.

In any case, enjoying a small balcony doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your privacy every time you use it. If this is a concern for you, you can always hang curtains, set up screens, use planters, or enclose the space with glass or wooden panels. In fact, among these options, you can choose from different types of enclosures: folding, hinged, sliding, and more.

Balcony with two separate areas

No, it’s not impossible. A small balcony can also give you the opportunity to create two distinct spaces, because in this case , the key is to use small, lightweight furniture that can be folded away. Thanks to these pieces, you’ll have complete freedom to arrange the space however you like—adding or removing chairs, tables, and so on—and to reconfigure the balcony to suit your needs.

A place to work out

Exercising indoors isn’t usually easy, due to furniture and a lack of space. But having a small balcony gives you an advantage if, for example, you enjoy yoga, tai chi, or even using an exercise bike. If you set it up properly with a mat on the floor or a yoga mat, you can do your favorite activities there. And outdoors… what a treat—without even leaving home!

Light it up properly… and enjoy it at night, too!

During the day, light won’t be a problem, unless the sun shines directly onto the balcony and becomes bothersome. If that’s the case, you can try installing a small pergola or the curtains mentioned above. And for the evening, don’t forget to be prepared—because if you don’t have a proper lighting system, you probably won’t be able to enjoy your small balcony after dark.

Practical solutions to this problem include string lights and lantern garlands for the balcony, as well as glass lanterns strategically placed in one of the corners. These will allow you to illuminate the entire space and create a cozy atmosphere on the balcony.

What did you think of our 8 ideas for making the most of small balconies? Pick your favorites, put them into practice, and don’t forget to share the results with us—we’d love to hear how you’re making the most of yours.

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