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What to do with a small outdoor space? Plant some greenery, create a dining area, turn it into an urban oasis… Discover all our tips for fitting out a small terrace without wasting space.
Setting up a relaxation area with a Zen terrace or an outdoor dining area with pop furniture is much easier than it seems. All you need is a little imagination to successfully optimize the space. Here’s a quick practical guide to get started.
How To Furnish A Narrow Terrace?
Before embarking on major renovations or giving your garden a “garden staging” makeover, several criteria must be taken into account. First, you need to assess the space. Is the terrace rather narrow and long or square but not very wide? Where are the doors and windows communicating with the house and whose opening must not be obstructed? What style do you want to breathe into the exterior? Once all the details have been gathered, all that remains is to arrange the terrace. We then opt for practical and space-saving furniture. Folding garden tables , a storage bench to store chairs, planters to hang on the railing, stackable stools, etc.
The idea is simple: to furnish a small terrace, you must first declutter. We only take what is necessary to facilitate movement in the outdoor space. Objects that can be easily dismantled, stacked or folded will then be the kings of these mini spaces. The most creative can also turn to custom-made to exploit every square centimeter or to two-in-one furniture. Yes, nothing is lost, everything can be stored! Better still, to arrange a mini terrace, you just have to have fun with the perspectives. We bet everything on the height. A shade sail will transform a small cocooning terrace into a haven of softness while a wooden fence will make the small balcony a zen place that invites us to relax. If dressing and pimping the walls allows you to change everything without losing space, it is also possible to play with the floor space. Graphic rugs, patterned tiles… There are many options to enlarge the surfaces while remaining trendy.
How To Build A Terrace Without Breaking The Bank
No need to undertake major works. After all, don’t they say that “the devil is in the details”? So, to optimize, arrange and enjoy a cramped or restricted exterior, it’s all about little tricks. It is very easy to transform a small terrace with accessories . A hanging string of lights will replace the lamppost or the brazier, which is too imposing. Shelves and other small storage furniture will allow you to accumulate decoration without losing floor space. Plants on the terrace will enhance it while warming up the atmosphere. The choice of materials and colors, which will dress your balcony or your garden, can also change everything.
To stick to a budget and not break the bank in the adventure, we turn to decoration brands known to the general public. IKEA, Zara Home, Aline, But, H & M HOME, Maisons du Monde, La Redoute Intérieurs, Sklum… There is something for all tastes and all prices. Want a truly unique decoration? We often tend to forget it, but second- hand and DIY are not limited to finding beautiful vintage tableware. It is quite possible to find rare gems for the garden, balcony or terrace by searching in flea markets. Enough to multiply good ideas while surfing on the return of hype of certain retro trends. And, if you are looking for even more inspiration, we suggest you discover the most beautiful architects’ projects found on HOUZZ.