{"id":164467,"date":"2017-03-26T08:30:14","date_gmt":"2017-03-26T12:30:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/?p=164467"},"modified":"2019-10-02T14:34:34","modified_gmt":"2019-10-02T18:34:34","slug":"19-tips-tricks-decorating-small-balcony","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/design\/19-tips-tricks-decorating-small-balcony","title":{"rendered":"19 tips and tricks for decorating a small balcony"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Small space, big style.<\/p>\n

1. Carry the color scheme that you have in your home into your outdoor space.<\/h2>\n

\"color<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0csol_2012\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

2. Make the most of your small balcony\u00a0by utilizing wall space.<\/h2>\n

\"wall<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0feryal_lina_utku\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

3.\u00a0Lay down new flooring overtop drab concrete.<\/h2>\n

\"tile<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0sandraguerreroalvhem\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

4. If you’re a renter, use an outdoor rug to glam up your space.<\/h2>\n

\"outdoor<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0styleachterover\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n

5. Turn a pallet into a budget-friendly outdoor bench.<\/h2>\n

\"pallet<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0designconcept.se\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

6. DIY\u00a0a geometric succulent garden out of cinderblocks.<\/h2>\n

\"cinderblocks\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0kailochic\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

7. Hang a hammock on your balcony for ~ultimate\u00a0relaxation.~<\/h2>\n

\"hammock\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0lisadanielle__\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

8. Add plenty of string lights to make use of your space day and night.<\/h2>\n

\"string<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0requestion\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

9. Or, light up a few lanterns for a bohemian aesthetic.<\/h2>\n

\"lanterns\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0westwingde\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

10. Use decorative privacy screens to add character to a boring balcony.<\/h2>\n

\"patterned<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo: \u00a0balkonafscheiding.nl\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

11.\u00a0Billowy outdoor curtains offer a luxurious vibe.<\/h2>\n

\"curtains\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0meredithoweninteriors\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

12. Embrace\u00a0space-saving designs, such as\u00a0this rail hanging bar.<\/h2>\n

\"hanging<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0home.andthe.heart\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

13. Grow a container garden to\u00a0easily transfer plants indoors when the\u00a0temperature dips.<\/h2>\n

\"container<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0bohocentral\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

14. Use accent tables that double as extra seating.<\/h2>\n

\"accent<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0alicialbrandon\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

15.\u00a0Storage benches are great for windy balconies \u2014 you can tuck away pillows and accessories when they’re not in use.<\/h2>\n

\"storage<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0i_n_v_e_r_t\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

16.\u00a0Laser-cut metal screens are totally worth the investment.<\/h2>\n

\"metal<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0luum.com.au\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

17. Miss the lush look of a backyard? Try artificial grass.<\/h2>\n

\"grass\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0erinstagraming\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

18. Trendy rattan furniture is great for outdoor use.<\/h2>\n

\"rattan\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0kajsavisual\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

19. And finally, install a\u00a0shelving unit to display potted plants and decor accents.<\/h2>\n

\"shelving<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo:\u00a0baverbo\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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