How to decorate a balcony or terrace in a marine style

01.11.2019

With the revival of retro style in the design of interiors and garden plots of country houses, the Greek design direction is again gaining popularity. And since they are an integral part representing the image of an interior in an ancient style, forged works acquire recognizable Greek features.

By the way, even in its morphological meaning, forging has Hellenic roots. Thus, the word “metal” was fixed in the Russian language in the era of Peter the Great and came from German, where it meant a mineral or ore. In turn, “metal” came into German speech from Latin, which borrowed it from Greek - ( μεταλλον)

- “mine, mine.” This is truly a connection through time.

Characteristic features of the Greek style

Despite the passing centuries, the design of houses and apartments in the Greek style remains popular, acquiring, quite naturally, some features of modernity, which is very characteristic of neoclassicism - one of the design trends.

In works of art (and art forging products, of course, belong to them), characteristic of neoclassicism, sculptural elements, rectangular or rounded monograms predominate. Among others, the most recognizable is the so-called meander pattern. Usually it is depicted on a strip in the form of a line curved at right angles in various variations. A continuous line of rounded elements, reminiscent of a wave, is also widespread.

These patterns are the hallmark of the works of art of Ancient Greece, taking their name from the Meander River (modern name Great Menderes), known for its frequent meanders. The meander stripe was used to decorate clothes, amphorae, and images in temples, as they believed that a continuous, albeit broken line, symbolizes eternity, the endless change of generations, the arrival of the new in the place of the old, obsolete.

Scandinavian kitchen for home comfort

So this is what it is, a Scandinavian style kitchen! Yes, exactly like that. Add to this a large amount of lighting, since Scandinavian interior implies a fairly high number of all kinds of lamps, hanging lamps, light garlands and the like. If you have an open layout, then your Scandinavian kitchen, with proper and competent zoning of the territory, will stand out favorably against the general background with the living room or corridor bordering it. It will fit very well into the overall design and skillful decoration with textiles and a moderate amount of fabric. By this, we mean not just beautiful decorative napkins, which only the mistress of the house has the right to touch, and not decorative cushions for a chair. No, textiles found in the Scandinavian kitchen, however, like everything else, must be functional and used for their direct household purpose. For example, very often they use small floor mats, which at the same time serve to maintain cleanliness, and at the same time carry a certain decorative folk element if the rug is made in a non-uniform color design. This rule generally underlies

Scandinavian concept: Nothing superfluous or unnecessary, everything is only what is used and serves for its intended purpose. Perhaps the biggest disadvantage in the concept of the Scandinavian style, and this primarily concerns our housewives, is the absence of curtains on the kitchen windows. Well, it is not considered correct if there are curtains or even tulle on the windows of a Scandinavian-themed kitchen. You will either have to come to terms with this limitation, or still hang something on the window and reassure yourself with the thought that “you can’t spoil the porridge with butter.” In general, such an optimistic approach to any problem or limitation does simply amazing things in the design and interior of our houses and apartments.

Why, with all the potential of the Scandinavian kitchen style, it is the kitchen that is most often used when using it, we briefly explained at the beginning of this article. There are, of course, living rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms designed in Scandinavian style. But the use of the interior and design of Scandinavian cuisine is certainly a leader in relation to other rooms and premises. Well, the kitchen remains one of the most important corners of our home. Take care of yourself and your loved ones.

Meander in forging

Although the geometric shapes of the Greek style are not that complex, there are many options for using it in forging. Masters of artistic forging, creating their unique products, skillfully and harmoniously combine elements of different thicknesses, intertwine straight and curved lines, connect a meander garland with leaves, shells, rosettes, and wreaths. It is also appropriate for Greek echoes to appear in one of the modern art movements - Art Deco, where meander curls coexist perfectly alongside asymmetrical elements and straight lines.

In a word, as a result of bold experiments, but consistent in the same style, original works are born on the anvil, with a pronounced individuality, as well as high aesthetic and performance qualities.

Forging elements in the Greek style can be used to decorate garden lanterns, arches and openings, canopies over the entrance, window and fireplace grilles, fireplace accessories, balcony and stair railings, pieces of furniture, mirrors, lamps, candlesticks and much more.

Artistic forging products with Greek elements are harmoniously combined with textile interior details, as well as stone, marble, glass and other natural materials.

Forged balconies look great on buildings of various purposes, number of floors and designs:

• private and country houses
  made of brick, stone, wood and concrete panels;
• apartments
  in multi-storey buildings;
• municipal and government buildings
  of any number of floors.

Forged balcony on a wooden house. Photo Vakula Master

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Japanese style balcony

The characteristic features of the balcony are sophistication and purity, harmony and nobility.

It is in this type of balcony design that people can enjoy all the colors of nature and its harmony in the Land of the Rising Sun.

Arrangement

There are some features of installing a Japanese-style balcony.

1. The Japanese style is characterized by low furniture, so the floor should be properly insulated, or you should buy pillows or mats.
2. Bamboo and mats are characteristic elements of Japan. Drawings made from these materials will allow you to enjoy the beautiful landscape. Read about bamboo finishing here.
3. To completely decorate a Japanese-style balcony, you can use natural materials - pebbles, bamboo, matting.
4. The interior should use living plants or a small installation in the form of a rock garden.

Peculiarities

When you are in an environment in which decorative items interact harmoniously with one another, you can involuntarily plunge into an atmosphere of serenity and do not have to radically change your apartment, one balcony is enough.

It's not that difficult to create a Japanese-style balcony. To do this, it will be enough to add a few accessories and decorative elements characteristic of the Land of the Rising Sun, which will add Japanese charm.

What you should not forget about when creating a Japanese style is adherence to the color scheme. Too bright or dark colors are not necessary, you should focus on one element.

The most popular colors are golden and dark, this color combination works great. A good solution would be to create the adjoining room in the same palette.

pros

• you can use different colors;
• create decor from fresh flowers;
• decorate with bamboo designs;
• feel the atmosphere of the Land of the Rising Sun.

Minuses

• In winter the floor is very cold and insulation is required.

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Types, forms

The variety of types and configurations of forged balconies allows each client to choose a product that satisfies the customer in all respects: design, style, dimensions, cost.

French

Small ones for flowers

Decorative

Forged balconies, regardless of their shape and size, perform both decorative and practical functions

. However, many companies offer customers designs that are unrivaled in design. Looking at such artistic products, the customer thinks only about beauty and charm. It is practically no longer important for the buyer whether the balcony fulfills the functional options.

Decorative wrought iron balcony. Photo Vakula Master

Semicircular

Forged balconies with a semicircular shape

bases add diversity and originality to buildings with restrained architecture. An openwork Viennese semicircular balcony looks great on a brick cottage or mansion. The curved balcony has a soft and smooth shape, which makes the exterior attractive.

Convex

There are forged balconies with different fencing profile configurations. The most popular and effective is the convex shape.

Convex shape of the balcony railing. Photo Alois

With visor

Wrought iron fencing with metal canopy

reliably protect the adjacent area from precipitation and exposure to sunlight. A balcony decorated in this way is a great place to relax and spend time not only in the warm season.

Forged canopy over a wrought iron balcony. Photo SKIF

Products in styles…

To maintain the overall style of the building, the blacksmith has the opportunity to create a forged balcony in any direction. Quite often, metal structures are made in the same style as the porch and other products present in the entrance group. Below are examples of designs made in different styles.

German

Half-timbered

- a style whose homeland is Germany.
The first houses in this style were built in the 15th century. Now the direction is experiencing new popularity. Characteristic features
: the presence of folk motifs, the presence of elements from other styles.

Antique

The antique style embodies the best details of the culture and art of Ancient Rome and Greece. The direction is characterized by simplicity and elegance, the absence of unnecessary elements, beauty and completeness.

Vienna

At the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, a powerful and multifaceted movement emerged, which has a common name - Art Nouveau and has many names: French Art Nouveau, Austrian (Viennese) Secession, German Art Nouveau and others.

Modernity is inherent

polystylicity, smooth lines, asymmetry of the pattern, harmony of details.

Italian

The Renaissance has the following individual features

: symmetry of lines, harmony of details, elements diverging from the center of the composition, an abundance of flowers, grapes and spirals.

Wrought iron balcony in Renaissance style. Reiri

Balcony design in Provence style

Before starting work, it is worth analyzing what materials are available and what should be purchased.

Simplicity and naturalness of decorative elements is the basis of the Provence style

Provence style allows:

• artistic wall painting with a floral leitmotif;
• decorative wallpaper with images of mountains, sunflowers, lavender, vines or plain, slightly raised textures;
• wall plaster with deliberately careless execution technique;
• brickwork for walls with antique elements or ceramics replacing it;
• porcelain stoneware or wood-imitating floor tiles, which will be an excellent alternative to the classic paradigms with stones or natural wood;
• wooden lining for the ceiling (with or without decorative beams made of the same wood, roughly hewn with rural motifs);
• forged or simplified design chandeliers for indoor spaces and discreet built-in lighting sources or regular sconces for open spaces;
• bows, ruffles, lacing for textile decoration, in particular curtains.

If the balcony is located on the sunny south side and is glazed, then you cannot do without curtains. Although, strictly observing the requirements of this direction, the design of the room in the Provence style does not allow them. And these definitely cannot be curtains made of non-natural materials, roller blinds made of plastic or similar products. It is better to choose light translucent fabrics.

Handmade furniture made from scrap materials will perfectly emphasize the originality of your room

When choosing a material, the main emphasis is on its environmental friendliness. The functionality of furniture and its elegance are held in high regard by adherents of this trend. The material should also not indicate modern technologies for manufacturing certain decorative elements. Therefore, a hand-made product from improvised materials will perfectly emphasize the exclusivity of the idea. But the oversaturation with small details also looks very unpleasant.

A Provence style balcony denies the advisability of using built-in cabinets, mirrors, suspended ceilings and other modern delights. Posting photographs is also inappropriate. This cannot become a home library or children's play area. Its direct purpose is passive relaxation alone with oneself or in a small company. The presence of a sofa and one pouf or chair on the balcony is quite enough for an ordinary apartment.

It is better not to install blinds on windows. But if there is no alternative, they should be white and not bulky.

Decoration: finishing elements

Various are used to decorate balconies:

• — highly artistic decorative details;

• — universal elements of a spiral or S-shape, used for decoration of various forged-welded structures;

Wrought iron balcony decorated with volutes

• - decorative elements that add delicacy and aesthetics to the product.

Photographs and detailed descriptions of various configurations of elements are presented in.

What to combine with

Flower girls

On the balcony you can organize a front garden, place floor or wall tiles. With the help of brackets, pots with live plants are perfectly placed on the fence.

Example of a floor wrought iron flower bowl

Lattices

Wrought iron bars included with the balcony provide security against intrusion into the house.

Awnings

Visors

Flowerpots

The beauty and practicality of forged flower pots attracts attention. An elegant and delicate product will highlight the splendor of your home flower garden.

Furniture

Balconies of considerable size can be equipped with forged: and () for meals, a sofa, or an armchair for relaxing and reading a book.

Artistic forging, cold and hot

Cold and hot forging are two technologies of artistic metal processing. Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages. Finished products created in accordance with different techniques have pros and cons.

French balcony with wrought iron railing

France is rightfully considered a trendsetter, covering almost all spheres of life of a modern person. Refined style is present in everything in this country, including architecture. Some of its elements are so elegant that they instantly become popular all over the world. Many people willingly adopt French ideas, so you can see openwork forged French balconies in almost any city, not only in France, but also in Russia.

What is a "French balcony"

The fashion for such a design appeared in the distant era of neoclassicism. It was then that luxury apartments began to be built in the Hellenic style in the French style. The beauty of their design was readily copied by wealthy European citizens. This is how the popularity of French balconies spread to Russia. Complex floral patterns can be found today in the design of the chambers and throne rooms of the Kremlin. An amazing combination of the traditions of Roman architecture and the excellent taste of French craftsmen gave birth to a new invention.

This is how French balconies were born. They are characterized by large floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing maximum penetration of daylight and fresh air. Such panoramic glazing makes the room visually large and spacious. The balconies are completely open, so forged gratings were invented to ensure safety.

Initially, the dimensions of such a structural element were strictly regulated. The balcony was intended for one person who could stand in the doorway and breathe fresh air. Gradually, the volume of panoramic glazing increased, but traditionally and today only one narrow part of the window remains open.

It is clear that this element does not have any functional significance. A small French balcony is not a place to relax. It also lost its direct practical function. Ventilation of premises is currently carried out by climate control systems and ventilation units. So such an architectural element is just a type of facade decor that favorably emphasizes the advantages of the chosen style.

Modern architects, using classical construction, create real works of urban art. When you walk through the neighborhoods of Paris, you see twisted wrought iron grilles decorated with flower pots. Such a fence creates a romantic, slightly fairy-tale image, familiar to us from the works of Hans Christian Andersen.

Today, forged and cast balusters are in fashion, turning the balcony into a wicker basket. Numerous photos posted on specialized portals clearly demonstrate the capabilities of modern technologies. Look at them - curved shapes create additional volume, which is so necessary for lovers of façade landscaping.

Balcony design in Provence style: decorating elements

Fans of decoupage, embroidery or wood carving techniques will find this style most suitable for presenting their works to friends. But here you need to choose the right topic. Paintings with marine motifs or embroidery with fruits, animal figurines are the most relevant option.

Floral decor

Fresh flowers will be mandatory in this regard. Psychologists have long argued that they promote a peaceful mood, and not just please the eye. But the interior of a balcony in the French Provence style predetermines the use of certain types of plants. They are considered:

• lavender (even in dried bunches, hung on the walls, or as ikebana on a table or shelves);
• heather;
• chamomile;
• cypress trees

Climbing plants are placed on one side of the balcony. Cypress trees need more space, as they grow in floor-mounted volumetric pots. Greenery not only refreshes the room, it should also delight with its flowering. It is advisable to select several plants with different periods of flowering. Even modest daisies will add French chic to the balcony.

Examples of balcony decor elements

Containers for flowers, pot stands and their location are also important. Shelves-ladders with the same unhewn or aged wood blocks, which can be done independently, will fit perfectly into the interior. Forged holders for flower pots, wall shelves made of metal or wood will also work. Such abundance and availability of decorative elements reduces the cost of design and allows you to use your imagination, while obtaining a unique design for the recreation area.

Plants are a great addition to any balcony.

Balcony design in Provence style is suitable for lovers of vegetation. Chic options would be real small greenhouses in all possible locations without exception: from flowerpots to window sills, free-standing complex stands for pots and mono-floral accents of large-leaved plants.

A balcony designed in this direction will be inexpensive and will become a favorite place for the whole family to spend time. Guests will definitely appreciate the creativity and harmony that brings French chic.

Connection with interior decor

A small and elegant French balcony is a link between the interior and the outside world. If it offers a magnificent view of the city, river, forest or picturesque lake, it will always play the role of luxurious scenery against which the events of human life unfold.

Note! Experienced architects almost always use French balconies to create one overall thematic concept. They add elegance and beauty to small compact houses. With their help, the facades of voluminous buildings become light and slightly playful.

The use of metal in this case is more than justified - forged grilles, despite their external elegance, are quite durable and reliable fencing. Just look at the photo to see this. If you use similar forged grilles on the windows, then it becomes possible to form a single patterned ensemble.

Not all forged products are suitable for decorating the described element. Balcony railings must combine:

1. Reliability.
2. Safety.
3. Bright attractive design.
4. Lightness of design.

Experienced designers are confident that with such an architectural element, curtains can be completely abandoned. This will maximize the influx of sunlight. Many allergy sufferers simply cannot use large, blackout curtains. They quickly accumulate dust and cause attacks of illness. Therefore, a French balcony helps save human health without compromising the aesthetic side of the issue.

In addition, the described element visually expands the space and frees one part of the room’s quadrangle from clutter with furniture. Such ideas are very fashionable today, so more and more often houses are being built, decorated with panoramic glazing and wrought iron grilles. The latter do not require special care and daily wet cleaning, like ordinary loggias. Various tints help protect against prying eyes.

For those who want to express their originality and uniqueness, a French balcony will be a real gift. Many people mistakenly believe that such an architectural element can only be used in combination with a classic style. This is wrong. Experienced designers actively experiment, mixing different directions. And if you have a sense of taste, they believe, a French balcony, even in a modern frame, can easily reveal its advantages.

Furniture

A marine-style balcony must have a rattan or wood chaise lounge; it can be supplemented with a small table, and if there is a need for protection from the sun, also with a large umbrella.

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Textiles play an important role, which can be represented by rugs, soft pillows, and furniture covers. Poufs are actively used as accessories. We recommend choosing lightweight and durable fabrics that are resistant to moisture and sunlight. It can be treated cotton, polyester or denim.

Forged fences

Small French balcony

The elegant forging pattern allows you to create beautiful designs. Finished with patina and decorated with gold leaf, they will add a unique French flavor to any apartment. For all ordinary people who admire such grilles, it becomes clear that the apartment belongs to a person with high artistic taste, who loves luxury and respectable life.

In Russia, the fashion for the French balcony is still gaining momentum in popularity. Many people are afraid to use panoramic glazing due to harsh winters. However, new technologies use heat-saving double-glazed windows that guarantee a comfortable microclimate in cold weather. Beautiful wrought iron trellises look great against the backdrop of green foliage and the backdrop of a snowy landscape.

Note! Ordering forging is very simple. There are workshops everywhere, ready to fulfill orders and create an exclusive ornament or provide access to catalogs of already completed sketches. Panoramic glazing fencing can be assembled from individual standard elements or created according to individual sketches.

Generalization on the topic

Paris is a unique city. Only here you can study in detail the heritage of balcony architecture. Here, forged metal is actively used in facade design, and many buildings today are decorated with fences that can be called works of art. Colorful photos clearly demonstrate this

Professional craftsmen call the capital of France the progenitor of French balconies. It was here that buildings first appeared, the façade of which was decorated with panoramic windows and wrought-iron grilles. They created an atmosphere of celebration of life and became the hallmark of Paris.

Not so long ago, owners of balconies and loggias could not imagine how many interesting ideas there were for arranging additional space. As a rule, precious centimeters or even meters were used as storage or. And besides, not everyone could boast of having a balcony. There was no talk of any kind of design. Currently, the loggia has received the status of a separate functional room. We offer you several options for finishing balconies and loggias with an area of ​​3 and 6 meters with photos. All of them are divided according to the principle of purpose.

General characteristics of the Provence style in the interior

Important points for creating a holistic image of the interior are:

• materials for furniture;
• choice of textiles;
• color scheme and geometry, texture of decorative elements;
• placement of all these components taking into account style requirements.

Balconies and loggias in the Provence style are distinguished by their apparent simplicity of design, peculiar ease of perception and integrity of the idea. To achieve this, the materials for the furniture are initially determined. Ideally, they should be exclusively natural types, such as wood. But this does not mean that the process of transforming the premises will become more expensive. After all, chipboard and MDF can easily replace oak or other types of wood. To ensure a clean image, they are artificially aged or coated with certain paints and varnishes; it would also be appropriate to use the decoupage technique in this case. Romantic people will like products made from wicker. If there is enough space, these can be rocking chairs, baskets for decorative items or flower pots.

Forged tables, ottomans, sofas are integral components of an interior in the Provence style

Forged elements will also fit perfectly into the overall design: tables, ottomans and sofas. In this regard, it is worth choosing one type of material and dedicating all products to it. But, as a last resort, unsightly or inappropriate elements are hidden by textiles, which play a significant role in the design. So, the tap boxes are disguised, and a box made of chipboard can become a table. The use of plastic eliminates all efforts, so it is excluded.

Natural textiles are also chosen - cotton or linen. A rough weave of threads is desirable, which emphasizes the exceptional naturalness of the fabrics. Bright elements of furniture upholstery - expressive floral prints or parallel stripes will emphasize the decor line chosen by the designer. But it is better to use natural patterns or plain fabrics.

You should not forget about the presence of a small rug under the feet of the sofa. It most often has a striped pattern in the Provence style.

Relaxation zone

Most often, an equipped balcony or loggia is used as a relaxation area. Warm floors, good double-glazed windows and insulation will create a cozy and comfortable environment where you can relax in the company of friends, family or meditate alone. Additional niches and decorative elements will add their own flavor to the design of the room.

• Loggia in oriental style
  . A popular option for decorating a room where the dominant place is occupied by rugs, pillows and rattan wicker furniture. Having settled comfortably in this “oriental fairy tale”, you can relax, read a book, listen to music or relax with friends.

Advice. Complete the balcony with hanging chairs. This option is suitable for rooms with an area of ​​at least 6 meters. A pot with a small exotic tree or flower and original oriental-style lamps will also fit perfectly.

• Loggia in Greek style
  . Small pedestals, flower stands in the form of columns, wicker furniture and Greek ornaments are suitable for decorating a balcony in this variation. Don't forget about green spaces. In general, the balcony should be a light shade.

• Bedroom style loggia
  . An interesting option, especially in the summer. A balcony can save you from heat and stuffiness in city apartments. The design style of such a balcony can be absolutely any. The dominant place in the room is occupied by a bed, sofa or folding bed. A folding table and other modular furniture wouldn't hurt.

Advice. If the dimensions of the loggia allow, then you can install a hammock and decorate the room in a rustic style.

• Loggia in bar style
  . The functional purpose of the space is a bar area. Required on the balcony. If the loggia is long, then you can easily build a cozy relaxation area with family and friends.

Idea No. 3: romanticism

This option will appeal to romantic people. To start, turn your balcony into a greenhouse, but choose bright flowering plants. Then add details in the style of romanticism and country: if textiles, then only with ruffles and lace, if objects, then made of natural material. Pay attention to the lighting: candles and lamps in the form of a garland will come in handy!

Interior photo: @smyk_w_kuchni_blog

Decor items: 1) Garland “Svartro”, IKEA, 2799 RUR. 2) Wall lamp “Star”, DG Home, RUB 49,500. 3) Pillow with ruffles, OZON, 1170 rub. 4) Candlestick La Forma, Dg Home, RUB 11,990. 5) Geranium at Lechuza Balconera Cottage, Luxury Plants, RUB 7,950.

Green corner

The green area is a home oasis in the concrete jungle. This option for finishing loggias and balconies is suitable only for true connoisseurs of plants, as they require constant care. Otherwise, the green corner will wither very quickly.

• Loggia-greenhouse
  . A place where any florist or amateur gardener can realize their ambitions. In megacities, a home greenhouse can become an outlet after a hard day at work. It is not only beautiful, but also extremely useful. Caring for such a green corner will take a lot of effort and time.

Advice. You can decorate the “botanical garden” on the balcony with old furniture, this will give the room a rustic touch.

Loggia with fountain

. To install such a device, you will need a spacious room. A ready-made fountain can be purchased at the store. You just need to plug the socket into the power supply and enjoy the murmur of water in the fountain. It will fit perfectly into the design of a greenhouse or can become an independent object. In the latter case, you can play up the design of the fountain by decorating it with greenery or laying out stones like an alpine slide.

Advice. If the room is small, then you can purchase a miniature fountain. Its compact size allows it to be placed even on a windowsill.

Floors, walls and ceiling in a Scandinavian style kitchen

So what will we use in the task assigned to us? First of all, choosing the color scheme for the interior. Of course, white color and a light background predominate, but colors and shades completely opposite to white are also quite acceptable. Everything about the walls in a Scandinavian kitchen is definitely white. Of course, in the most isolated cases, bold versions of blue, or even red, are allowed. But mostly it is white or light. The ceiling already allows the use of darker versions. Although, as with everything, it all depends on certain circumstances and the current state of design permission. The floors and flooring no longer adhere to the white direction at all. Here, depending on the circumstances and the chosen flooring material, completely non-light colors can be used. For example, black and white floor tiles, or parquet, or laminated panels from light to very dark tones and colors. Or even bright red or dark brown linoleum. And the door to the kitchen, if there is one, can be completely dark in color. True, in conditions when open layouts have become increasingly popular, and there is simply no entrance door to the kitchen, the problem of choosing the color of the door is becoming less and less relevant. Now let's move on to the kitchen furniture.

As mentioned above, the Scandinavian style owes its name and partly its definition to the IKEA company, in particular to the furniture of this company. But as for the furniture itself used to decorate a Scandinavian-style kitchen, there is no need to adhere to clear, dividing rules regarding the nationality of the furniture used. Of course, if there is such an opportunity, then such furniture will only strengthen the Scandinavian design foundation in the kitchen. But domestic or any other decent furniture or interior items are also quite suitable. As for color aging, in furniture - unlike walls - various options are possible. As always in the Scandinavian interior theme, light furniture colors play a primary role, but other color schemes are also quite acceptable. The colors of untreated wood, both light and darker tones, are very often used. This applies not only to tables and chairs, but is also quite acceptable for larger items, such as a buffet or kitchen cabinet corner. For kitchen appliances, despite the abundance of color options, including white, proven classic metallic or bright gray are most suitable. This applies not only to the refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, etc., but also to plumbing fixtures, hoods, and other equipment.

Someone complains about the minimal amount of flowers and vegetation in general in Scandinavian cuisine. What can you answer here? In itself, this approach to the problem is absolutely correct and logical. Flowers and other plants have no place in the kitchen, due to the specific internal microclimate of this room. Of course, you can spend a lot of time and effort trying to prolong and preserve the life of your favorite violet, but frankly speaking, the game is not worth the candle. For indoor plants, there are many other, more suitable places for this purpose, where the plant will fit in with its presence and not experience problems in its existence. So, with all due respect to lovers of indoor plants, we have to tell you that a Scandinavian-style kitchen is not the best place for plants. Do not forget the main thing, this is not a strict prescription, it is only advice that pursues only one goal, achieving the best result. Of course, you can keep flowers in the kitchen, just don’t abuse them or overdo it. And then there were cases when, due to the excess abundance of vegetation, sometimes even the walls were not visible. Some kind of Scandinavian greenhouse, not a kitchen.

Work and sports area

A gym at home is an expensive pleasure; not everyone is ready to sacrifice free space in order to equip a gym complex in their apartment.

• Loggia in the style of a gym
  . Setting up a gym in an apartment, especially a small one, is blasphemy. Whether it's a balcony. Lots of ideas. You can install a wall and a horizontal bar, a complex exercise machine or a compact exercise bike. It all depends on the size of the balcony and your preferences.

Attention! If you decide to set up a mini-gym on the loggia, do not forget to think about the ventilation system.

• Loggia-office
  . Another idea for decorating a balcony. Personal account in a one-room or two-room apartment? It is hard to imagine! The presence of a loggia will correct this situation. You can create your own corner in the room by placing a computer or laptop there. Hang shelves and install cabinets. This corner will undoubtedly appeal to gamers who want privacy or freelancers who work from home.

Dinner Zone

A balcony as an extension of the kitchen or a separate dining room is a good idea. The main thing is not to forget to insulate the loggia!

This type of finish has become increasingly common lately. It is especially relevant in small apartments to increase kitchen space. Some loggias with a large area can even accommodate elements of a kitchen set or household appliances. So, by moving the refrigerator to the loggia, you will free up precious meters in the kitchen.

In addition, the balcony can be used as a dining room, which not everyone can afford. The table installed on the balcony must be of a folding design. Also choose folding stools. This is to save space. By adding some greenery to the dining room, you can combine two styles - conservatory and dining area.

There are a huge number of ideas for decorating balconies and loggias. Decorating the room in the style of a greenhouse will decorate this corner. By setting up an office on the balcony, you will create a secluded place for work or creativity. Egyptian, oriental and other styles will emphasize the individuality of the apartment owner. The gym on the loggia will keep you toned and in good physical shape.

Combining styles also has a great effect on room decoration. What style to decorate your loggia depends on your financial capabilities and preferences.

Five ways to decorate a terrace or balcony in a marine style

5 ways to decorate a terrace or balcony in a marine style! Diving and yachting are becoming one of the fashionable and modern hobbies of many people. Each person has his own special relationship to the sea and water. Some prefer cruises, some prefer boat trips, others just contemplate and listen to the sound of the sea. It's pure pleasure to ride a boat in the park or outside the city. Let's try to transfer our passion into the interior and see how you can decorate a veranda or summer terrace of a country house in a marine style. 1. Colors. The first thing you should pay attention to when decorating a space is the colors. Our task is to identify two or three primary colors. In a marine style, this will be quite easy to do, since our priority tones will be blue, light blue and white. For example, let's use a curtain made of soft suede fabric. It is easy to wash and will look great with other decorative elements. The same color can be duplicated in the interior by using plain pillows of the same color. 2. Pictures of relevant themes. Decorate the walls with paintings of a cruise or sea theme or black and white photographs from your vacation at sea - this will add color to your veranda or balcony. Guests and friends will be interested in immersing themselves in your fond memories or dreams. 3. Themed Decorative Pillows. Whatever furniture you have, whatever colors you choose as a basis, a decorative pillow in a neutral yacht-themed color will suit any style of room. Let's consider the options: Don't forget about original shapes and non-standard colors! White color goes with absolutely everything! Brighter options will suit the style. 4. Figurines, shells, souvenirs from travel. Don’t forget to put figurines and fakes on the table and shelves. The cost of such trinkets is minimal - but it is precisely such details that transport us to seaside resorts. You can decorate photo frames with a set of shells yourself or make candles like these. 5. Furniture, flowers, decor. You can choose light-colored furniture or a sofa in muted tones. Complete the interior with a vase of blue flowers, either artificial or dried. Don’t forget that such an original interior requires the attention of guests! Invite your friends, collect sea souvenirs, enjoy your sea corner. You can view the full range of the SEA CLUB collection here: /collection/273/

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