Furniture for the balcony: selection of stylish ideas and modern interior elements

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The balcony in apartments most often serves as a place for storing unnecessary things and supplies. But there are other ways to use this space. For example, by placing a small table and an armchair on the balcony, you can create a cozy relaxation area. When choosing, the combination of upholstered furniture with the interior and the quality of the frame of the upholstery material are important.

Advantages and disadvantages

Many modern apartments do not have a large area. The ability to organize even a small seating area is valuable. Installing a chair on a balcony has the following advantages:

the compactness of most models allows you to rationally distribute free space;
the ability to organize an extra bed in case unexpected guests arrive;
You can have a good rest on the balcony if you don’t have time to go out of town or the weather prevents you from going to the park.

But there are also disadvantages:

Having decided to arrange a recreation area, the owner of the balcony is deprived of storage space. Of course, you can organize drawers in built-in furniture or a chair-bed. But their size is insignificant.
It is not enough to install a chair on the balcony. It is first necessary to insulate the walls and floor of the room, and replace windows if old-style frames are installed.
Taking into account the dimensions of most modern balconies, furniture for them should be compact in size. It is not mass produced, so the cost is high.

One of the possible solutions to the last point is to assemble the chair for the balcony with your own hands.

Compactness

Sleeping area

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Varieties

Balcony chairs come in several types. Knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of each will allow you to optimally distribute the space of the room and organize a cozy relaxation area.

Traditional soft chairs are usually quite bulky. Therefore, they are not suitable for all balconies and loggias. The products have several features:

can only be installed on glazed balconies with organized heating, since the frame and upholstery materials can become unusable due to temperature changes;
massive versions of soft chairs can be installed at the ends so as not to interfere with free movement.

If you want to install upholstered furniture on a small balcony, it is better to give preference to models with a metal frame. With their help it is easy to create the illusion of lightness. Chair-beds are suitable for organizing an additional sleeping space.

If the chair is placed across the width of the balcony, it is better to choose models without armrests. This way you can use all the space to maximum advantage.

A rocking chair is often chosen by those who like to spend evenings and weekends in the company of a book. The rocking chair is conducive to leisurely relaxation, which is valuable for city residents. Possible combinations:

bookshelves;
improvised greenhouse.

Rocking chairs are suitable even for small loggias; just select a model with the appropriate parameters. The models are distinguished not only by their compact dimensions, but also by their often extraordinary appearance.

For many, wicker furniture is associated with summer holidays. By installing it on the balcony, it is easy to create an atmosphere for relaxation. Environmentally friendly materials are used in production, which eliminates the possibility of developing allergic reactions even in close contact with the skin. A variety of models allows you to choose the chair that is best suited for a particular room.

The furniture market also offers original products that will give the interior a special charm. For example, the Papasan chair. It is made of rattan and has a shape that vaguely resembles part of an egg. The soft quilted pillow allows you to completely relax.

For those who like to relax reclining, we can offer a chaise lounge chair. It features a retractable footrest and a comfortable headrest. A great reminder of summer vacation.

Hanging structures are a relative novelty on the furniture market. However, their popularity is gradually growing. Hanging chairs on the balcony have several features and advantages:

due to the original appearance of the product, the interior of the loggia becomes brighter and more interesting;
provides the opportunity to free up more space.

It is believed that it is impossible to use a hanging chair in an apartment due to the need to drill into the ceiling; the neighbors above may not like it. In this case, the mobile option will help make your dream come true. It is a stable structure, to the top point of which the seat itself is attached.

Folding models are the best option for small spaces, as well as balconies, which must simultaneously perform two tasks - a place for rest and storage. Some people mistakenly believe that a folding chair lacks comfort. The furniture industry offers many options that not only take up little space, but also allow you to sit comfortably. For example, models with a backrest adjustment mechanism. Folding chairs are most often installed on open balconies, although there may well be a place for them on glass loggias. In addition, a small table is selected.

Most apartments do not boast a large living space. Therefore, workplaces are often moved to adjacent balconies. In this case, a wide variety of computer chair models are suitable. The specific choice is determined by the tasks that are planned to be solved in the makeshift office.

If the room is not spacious, it is better to give preference to a chair that is completely retractable under the desk.

Soft chair on wheels

Frameless

Chair-bed

Chaise lounge

Hanging chair

Rocking chair

Hanging cocoon chair: features

Weight restrictions

Hanging chairs differ in the maximum weight that the structure can support. Thus, a standard hanging cocoon chair made of rattan can withstand up to 100 kg, and a ball chair with a metal support stand can withstand up to 150 kg.

INTERESTING: According to scientists, the desire to swing (the feeling of flying) is inherent in the body from conception. Therefore, rocking is calming and relaxing.

Wicker leather hanging cocoon chair in the interior

Chair depth

A base with a depth of 50 cm or more is suitable for children, and models with a depth of over 80 cm are suitable for adults. How much space it will require in the room depends on the depth and method of installation of the cocoon chair. For example, hanging fabric models are suitable for small spaces, hanging plastic chairs for medium-sized ones, and floor-standing models will take up more space due to the stand, so they are suitable for large rooms.

IMPORTANT: To make it safe to rock in a cocoon chair, it is better not to place glass vases and coffee tables with sharp corners next to each other.

Hanging textile cocoon chair near the fireplace

Installation

Installation hooks cannot be attached to plasterboard, suspended or suspended ceilings. To install hanging chairs, you need a durable ceiling slab. It is important to attach the chair to supporting structures (which bear the main load). If the ceiling design does not allow the installation of a hanging cocoon chair, it can be replaced with a model with a support stand.

Before installation, be sure to learn How to securely attach a hanging chair to the ceiling

A hanging cocoon chair looks good in a room with both low and high ceilings.

TIP: A cocoon chair will help lull a child to sleep and is suitable for mothers with infants.

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Hanging cocoon chair made of rattan in the bedroom interior

Interior

The cocoon chair will fit into any interior, except classic ones: classicism, baroque, rococo and empire. Where the space is decorated with stucco, columns and candelabra, a hanging cocoon chair will look too futuristic.

Hanging chair-hammock made of textiles in the bedroom interior

Usage

If elderly people live in an apartment/dacha/house, make sure that the cocoon chair is not the only lounge chair. The design of such a chair requires skill to get in and out of. For older households, this can be a problem.

Hanging cocoon chair made of wicker in the living room interior

Criterias of choice

With an armchair, even a very small balcony can become the center of attention for the whole family and those who come to visit. When choosing furniture, it is important to remember the following point: the base plate of the loggia is not designed for heavy loads. In general, the selection rules can be formulated as follows:

Be sure to consider the dimensions. In narrow spaces, it is better to abandon models with armrests; compact chairs will be preferable. Folding products are also a great option.
Purpose of the balcony. If it will be used exclusively as a recreation area, you don’t have to be particularly limited in your choice; in this case, it is important that it is comfortable and beautiful. Products with built-in niches come in handy when there is a need to use the room for storage. A balcony-office requires a special design style for the chair, as well as the presence of a table and other attributes of the work interior.
Combination with the overall design. If the loggia is decorated with wood, brutal metal chairs or light wicker options are suitable. Accessories are selected according to the chosen style and color scheme.
The type of balcony matters. Furniture that can be installed in a closed area cannot be used in conditions with unstable temperatures. For an unglazed loggia, it is important to select materials that will not rust, become moldy, mildew, or fade in the sun.
When choosing a suitable chair, you also need to focus on the price. Models for balconies will not be cheap, as they must meet a number of requirements (compactness, miniature size, increased resistance to aggressive environmental influences for open loggias, the possibility of transformation). Therefore, for those who want to save money, we can offer a homemade option. A thing made with your own hands always has a special value and will most accurately correspond to the wishes of its creator.

By installing an armchair on the balcony, it is easy to turn a little-used part of the apartment into a cozy relaxation corner or office. The variety of upholstered furniture makes solving this problem simple and fun.

For the office

For a narrow balcony

For an unglazed balcony

Vintage rocking chair

Material and color

A small room will look good if you take care to use in its interior not only universal durable materials such as plastic, iron and wood, but also textured details: decorative items made of faux fur, glass, velvet. A wardrobe on the balcony with stained glass inserts, glass tables with wicker legs, wooden built-in furniture with bright metal or plastic overlays will look good.

In terms of color scheme, it is better to give preference to soft natural shades. If you have a small area, you can visually enlarge it with beige, milky, and light brown tones. The space can be made lighter using glossy textures and mirror inserts.

Insulated loggias, which will function as part of the living space, can be finished in muted green tones (looks good in eco-style), as well as in warm pink or peach tones. White and brown shades are suitable for the office. If it was decided to arrange a nursery on the loggia, you can use bright decorative items and wallpaper with cartoon prints.

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Chair on the balcony

Plastic furniture

Plastic furniture comes in different shapes and designs. Its color may also vary. If you decide to put a furniture set made of plastic on your balcony, consider the following: it must be resistant to temperature changes and moisture, and should not heat up excessively in the sun.

Cushioned furniture

The idea of home comfort is inextricably linked with upholstered furniture. If a balcony or loggia is planned as a place to relax, you need to install a sofa, even a tiny one. If the area is small, you should use a soft chair. A small soft ottoman can be placed even in the most modest room.

The upholstery for balcony furniture should be selected so that it can withstand abrasion, dirt and fading. Compliance with such requirements will allow you to maintain its appearance for a long time.

When choosing furniture, you need to focus on the size of the balcony door or opening. This will help avoid unpleasant surprises.