My Balcony Transformation – Making The Most Of Small Spaces
Regular readers of my blog will know a little about my balcony transformation as it was buying the fake grass which impacted my spending ban last month. Being a flat owner was always going to be a pain as it meant a lack of garden space. Although I’m not bothered about having a massive garden, a nice decking area for barbeques and some space for impending cats to run riot would be lovely. I am very blessed to have a small balcony to call my spot of outdoor living and lucky that it’s not completely open plan.
My balcony runs straight off my main open plan kitchen/ living and dining room which means it’s visible when I sit on the sofa and an easy space to spend time in while still being able to hear the music in the living room etc. For the most part, it’s completely closed in with windows all around but the windows can slide completely open in the nicer weather to bring a breeze in when it’s stuffy, or heat up the area when there’s a lot of sun. It doesn’t look like a huge area but with some planning, I’ve been able to make the most out of the area.
Styling my balcony
As you can see from the before balcony transformation photo it wasn’t styled, the small table and chairs which had barely been sat at was just positioned in there alongside some rubbish bits which ended up just living out there as I couldn’t be bothered to do anything with them. The first thing I did was pull everything out and clean it all as there was a lot of dust around the window frames and on the wooden flooring.
Next up was installing this amazing artificial grass on the floor. I can’t even explain how much it has changed the look of the balcony and it feels so much more homely, plus it’s super soft so it’s really comfortable to walk around without shoes on, something I hated doing before. I could have got fake grass much cheaper but because I wanted something super soft I ended up spending about £100 on this. If I didn’t go for the grass I would definitely have looked into other flooring material options as the original flooring let in a lot of breezes so it tended to feel quite cold in there.
Furniture for my balcony
Next up was the other larger splurge which was this rattan sofa from B&Q which I am so in love with. It’s really comfortable and it makes the area feel like a proper living area as you really want to sit in these seats. I have a beautiful mandala style round cloth over the top which adds such a nice splash of colour to the area.
I have kept the original table and chairs as they’re useful to have, but thankfully they fold down and I have a small area where the windows open where I can store them. I do need a table which is far lower to be used for drinks and things at the side of the sofa.
Next up was the decoration side which was always going to be my favourite and we have three main things; Norman the Gnome which came from Next, now I am not normally a gnome person but the fact that he has a stone look finish and rocks a pair of sunglasses and a guitar I felt he was so me. Attached to the wall behind the sofa is this gold hammered metal moon cycle banner which adds something to a very plain space. And finally, I have this fake red-leafed plant from Homesense which adds a proper feeling of outdoors to the area. I’d love to have more plants but I know I’m not very good at keeping them alive, although I would like to get some hanging clear planters so I can put some succulents in them as I know they don’t require much water.
So there you go that’s my balcony transformation. I am so happy with the end results and I know it’s going to be an area which I’ll use so much more now.
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Oh I love your little balcony – it looks great and the perfect use of the space!
Aw I love that you used fake grass it really makes your balcony look so warm and welcoming. You are right we can all make the most of small spaces x
Wow even it is a small balcony it’s the most cool balcony i have ever seen. I love it.
I Love It! As a homeowner with to much green space, I covet your cozy little area. Have a cup of coffee out there for me….
I’m loving this innovative way in which you have made the most of your small space. Loving the grass as it gives the space a warmer feel to it and as you say very cosy on the feet.
I love how you transformed that balcony. That table – while probably useful – was taking a lot of space with those chairs. And while I’m not a big fan of that artificial grass, it does look rather nice paired with the sofa and a plant!
Wow! You have transformed your balcony into such a beautiful nook. I’d love to have a cup of tea and a nice book on that couch on a sunny day! <3
My balcony is just about the same size as yours. I love what you have done there.
What a wonderful idea! I would never have thought about putting fake grass on a balcony but this really works and looks amazing! Brilliant use of space xxx
The fake grass dramatically transformed it.It adds a cozy look to the balcony.. Well done 🙂
That’s a great design idea! Well done for a making such great use of the space. This is something we really need to get better at.
looks very cosy now…if you get sunsets then you are on to a real winner there for chilling and contemplation
That looks fantastic, you’ve done a great job on balcony. What a brilliant use of a small space too. Maybe I should get you over to do my garden it could do with a makeover.
I love, love, love this! Our balcony is super blegh at the moment and I just have no idea what to do with it, I keep finding ideas on pintrest but never get round to doing them but now I think I’m going to have to! Thank you for the inspiration!
I am so jealous that you even have a balcony with your flat, no such luck with my apartment. It looks absolutely lovely
You did an awesome job! I hope that you’re making a living off of this design talent you habe because you’re pretty great!
I love the idea of using fake grass. If I didn’t have enough of it to mow right now, I would totally do that! Thanks for sharing.
Oh that’s absolutely fab, well done on the transformation! It’s gorgeous. We recently got some fake grass installed on the balcony at work and the difference it makes is incredible – make for such a healthier / pretty environment.
I love what you have done with your outside space it is great.
Oh what a gorgeous little space – love how you’ve done it. You’ve even got your own garden gnome!
Ahh it looks great! I’m not very good at keeping plants alive either!
Aww what a lovely space you’ve created – getting fresh air in a pretty space is a lovely way to spend time 🙂
You did a great job here, It looks super nice. I am not good with plants… But it seems like a nice space
That looks great. An indoor garden so to speak.
this looks lovely and a much more useable and inviting space x
That’s such a cute little outside space and a great transformation!
What a chic bijou space you have made that also looks really comfy. I can well believe it is a place you want to hang out now. Nice work! Kate
Oh how lovely, what a lovely place to sit in the evenings! It must be really calming.
Wow what a transformation it looks a great outdoor space. Artificial grass has come on so well now and it’s worth spending a little more to get the right one.
Wow!! Your balcony looks refreshing. It’s definitely a great place to relax. Artificial grass was a great idea, It looks a great outdoor space.
You did a great job Rhian Westbury, what a brilliant use of artificial grass to utilize small space like a balcony
Thanks for sharing.