In times of coronavirus, those lucky enouch to have a terrace or balcony have some real treasure on their hands, and even more so, now that they will be used much more with the arrival of summer. No matter the size of your terrace, with some small changes, you can give it style and achieve a comfortable and pleasant space, from choosing the right furniture to lighting, not forgetting some plants.
If you are one of the lucky ones with some outdoor space in your home, you will surely have appreciated it more than ever in these times of confinement at home. However, if this area of your house is still a bit dull and needs a facelift, let's have a look at 5 key tips for decorating it with care and detail.
Plants
The foundation of good decoration on your terrace or balcony is to have plants that bring colour, freshness and also privacy. They will be useful when you go out to take advantage of the fresh air and will allow you to enjoy something different from what you have inside.
Furniture
Choosing furniture for your terrace is the time to decide the style you want to give your outdoor space. Just like in your home, there are also quality designs for terrace furniture. Look for comfortable chairs or armchairs that are breathable and withstand the summer heat, as well as also being able to withstand inclement weather such as rain.
Textiles and accessories
This is the perfect opportunity to choose the colours you want to add to your terrace, adding colour in the form of cushions, vases or even outdoor rugs.
Lighting
You can also use the terrace at night creating a pleasant atmosphere by using wall lights, garlands of fairy lights or candles.
Other details
Last but not least are those small details that make your life on the terrace as comfortable as possible, such as ways to avoid mosquitoes coming to bother you at night with special spotlights or with citronella candles. If you have space, you can also consider other luxuries like a barbecue, a refrigerator or some speakers to listen to music (without disturbing the neighbours, of course).
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