BALCONY IDEAS

balcony design

Balcony ideas To Turn Your Balcony Into a Dream Space

Let’s talk about balconies.  It’s one of those small spaces that is kinda underrated, honestly. But even the tiniest one can feel like magic if you give it some love. It’s wild how much better life feels when you have that one little spot to step out, breathe, and just be for a minute.

I love when balconies feel layered – textiles, plants, mood lighting. Like – add some cushions, a soft rug, fairy lights, maybe a plant or two that doesn’t hate you if you forget to water it. I’m all for mixing function and vibe. Think: a space where you can drink your morning coffee and host a friend with a bottle of wine at night.

Also… I feel like people forget this, but a balcony can be your reading nook, your tiny garden, your solo wine bar at sunset. It’s such a personal little space. And when you design it with you in mind, it becomes your favorite spot. Every. Time.

I went deep into the world of balcony inspo (dangerous territory, honestly), and here are 9 balconies that stopped me in my tracks. Each one is different – some cozy, some loud, some that make you want to journal. Let’s get into it balcony ideas:

neutral balcony

Earthy retreat

It’s neutral, layered, earthy… all the cozy vibes. The curtains make it feel private and soft, and that chair? You know it swallows you whole. Candles, jute rug, potted tree – it’s a whole little world out there.

How to create:
For furniture, stick to natural materials like teak or rattan, one lounge chair or a small bistro set is enough.
You can use neutral cushions, maybe a throw.
A flatwoven rug in beige or soft grey brings it all together.
Keep lighting simple and neutral. A handwoven candle holder or a minimalist floor lamp.

hygge balcony

Planty + pastel

I want to shrink myself and live inside this photo. Pastels, bentwood stools, tiny table, so many potted plants. It’s playful but calming. You can tell this balcony gets a lot of love (and maybe a little water every morning with a coffee in hand).

How to create:
Use a lot of terracotta pots – mix sizes and shapes.
Add furniture in soft pastels (bonus if it’s vintage IKEA energy).
Let plants spill over. Lean into the jungle.
Fairy lights or round string bulbs add instant charm.

balcony seating

retro poolside energy

Okay, this one is fun. It’s punchy and unapologetic. The striped umbrella, checker pillows, trippy rug… It’s giving poolside energy but like, on a rooftop. Feels like whoever owns this definitely wears bold sunglasses and knows how to throw a last-minute party.

How to create:
Use one oversized piece of furniture.
Add a bold rug with optical illusions or funky patterns.
Striped umbrella – for the real retro vibe.
Go for contrast.

tropical balcony

Wood bench, pink wall

This one feels like it smells like jasmine and old books in the best way. The pink wall, the patterned floor tiles, the carved wood bench?? It’s grandma-core but make it editorial. also – those florals?? Love that they’re kinda mismatched but still make sense together.

How to create:
Go for pattern floors – encaustic tiles or printed rugs.
Use natural wood benches or chairs. Add bold, traditional cushions.
Layer with floras and greenery.

colorful balcony

joyfull chaotic

This is the fun one. It’s bright and chaotic and full of life. the “chill here” pillow?? The giant pink flower chair?? The orange stool??? It doesn’t care about trends – it’s just fun. and that’s the whole point.

How to create:
Pick three bold colors and repeat them all over.
Use mixed seating, stools, benches, lounge chairs.
You can throw on playful accessories – colorful pillows, funky rugs, bright plants.

narrow balcony

Sunny & Simple Decor

Sunny. Clean. Chic. This one is like “I live somewhere warm and I’m unbothered.” The terracotta tones, the sculptural chairs, the cactus? It’s literally a color palette that makes me want to book a flight.

How to create:
You can use furniture that feels lightweight – metal, curved edges, powder-coated colors.
Keep the color palette warm: rust, ochre, green.
You can add plants with structure, like paddle cactus.
Skip the clutter.

Japandi balcony

Breezy minimalist

Calm, simple, and grounding. It’s like a quiet morning in a Scandi hotel, in the best way. The curtain movement? Ugh. I’d sit here with coffee and let my brain chill out for once.

How to create:
Keep it to two colors max: natural wood and white/cream maybe black for contrast.
Let the texture do the talking – linen curtain, woven plant pots, wooden furniture.
Keep furniture low and grounded.
You can add tall plants or an outdoor floor lamp to frame the view.

lights for balcony

Paris date night at home

Honestly, this one hits hard. It’s soft and glowy and just romantic. There are fairy lights, wine glasses, flowers… you know, whoever lives here actually uses this space. They have slow dinners and talk about feelings.

How to create:
Add warm light first – string lights or small lanterns.
Pick a small café-style table and two chairs.
Layer in a flatwoven rug. Game-changer for making it feel finished.
And don’t skip the flowers! Even if they’re fake…

lush green balcony

Botanical maximalist

I want to live here. like, forever. It’s moody, soft, a little wild. The fabric, the fringe, the plants creeping in like they own the place – it’s giving cottagecor.

How to create:
Mix big leafy plants with smaller trailing ones. You can use plush with furniture, fringe, velvet, and texture. Add soft lighting – lamps, candles, or a warm overhead glow.