Summer is here, and it’s the time of year we’ve all been waiting for to enjoy our patios and balconies. If you live in a penthouse, you’ll find that there are usually plenty of options for decorating your terrace. At Culmia, we’ll give you the best ideas for making the most of your penthouse terrace and creating a super cozy space to spend time with your family and friends.
Penthouses usually have large, spacious terraces, so the decorating possibilities here can be endless. From setting up a chill-out area to creating a space for hosting a dinner with your loved ones, or even dedicating a spot to your own home garden. Keep reading to find out how to decorate your terrace this summer!
A terrace with a pergola to enjoy all day long
One of the basic needs of a penthouse terrace is to provide shade so that you can enjoy this space at any time of day. You can install a pergola to ensure shade. There are aluminum models with wicker-style covering that provide a natural look and let you enjoy your terrace at any time of day. Plus, it will add a natural and chic touch that’s sure to impress everyone.
But if you don’t want to have to worry about maintaining this type of pergola, you can also opt for retractable awnings or bioclimatic pergolas, which also help you control the amount of light and wind on your patio.
A chill-out area where you can unwind
After a hard day’s work, having an outdoor relaxation area can be a must-have for your home. And the patio can be the ideal place to set up this area. If your terrace is large enough, you can set up a seating area with cushions where you can relax with a drink or read a good book at the end of the day.
One of the current trends in interior design places a strong emphasis on sustainability, so you can even make your own patio furniture out of pallets. This solution promotes recycling and will give your patio an unbeatable look. Plus, as the perfect finishing touch, you can hang LED lanterns so you can enjoy your patio even after the sun goes down, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Plants: The Stars of Terraces and Penthouses
Since penthouse terraces are quite spacious, you can dedicate a large part of this space to plants to give your terrace that natural look. Plants help regulate temperature and bring life to any space. Choose weather-resistant plants that can last all year round, such as geraniums, begonias, or petunias, combined with green-leafed plants like elephant ear or some succulents like aloe vera.
You can also use the planters that hold these plants as decorative elements in their own right. There are many different styles available that allow for various types of decoration, ranging from wood finishes to ceramic or clay. Just be sure to pay special attention to how the irrigation water drains, as it could eventually cause problems for your neighbors.
Your Own Garden on the Rooftop
If you’re the type of person who believes it’s best to give each space in your home a special purpose, you can design your own urban garden on a section of your penthouse terrace. If you have enough space, you can set up seedbeds to grow herbs or even small fruits and vegetables like strawberries or cherry tomatoes.
Another option, if you don’t have as much space as you’d like, is to create a vertical garden. There are structures specifically designed for this type of setup that will also add a wonderful decorative touch to your terrace. Penthouse terraces usually get the sunlight needed for a garden to thrive, so this can be a great choice.
This kind of project is really interesting if you want to do your part for sustainability and grow (at least some of) your own food. And if you have kids at home, a vegetable garden can be both educational and decorative.
Have you decided yet on the decor for your penthouse terrace this summer?
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