How to decorate a balcony in Scandinavian style?
The most fashionable style that has dominated interiors for years is the Scandinavian style. When arranging an apartment in accordance with this trend, we focus on simplicity, comfort and minimalism. How to make the balcony fit into this atmosphere and become a beautiful addition to the apartment? See our ideas and tips on how to decorate a Scandinavian-style balcony and transform your terraces for spring.
Let's start with the interior, i.e. from the alphabet of the Scandinavian style.
Before we move on to the topic of the balcony, it is worth at least briefly getting to know the Scandinavian style. The beginning of this direction dates back to the end of the XNUMXth century, and the Swedish artist and designer Karl Larsson is considered his father. In his album with graphics Fri. "Home" showed the interior of his own apartment, in which he lived with his artist wife and eight children. The rooms were bright, full of light, so the space was open. As for the furniture, there was not much of it, the Larssons combined the old with the new, played with the arrangements. Photos from their home circulated in the international press and laid the groundwork for a new style that was meant to be accessible to everyone. And is. It is loved not only by the Swedes, but also by interior lovers around the world. And the decor and products in this style were additionally popularized by one of the largest and most famous Swedish furniture chains.
Today, when we talk about Scandinavian interiors, we think of modernly furnished apartments and calm, muted, sometimes even damp tones - mostly white, gray, black, but also beige or brown. The materials that we use in these styles are mainly wood and metal, as well as natural fabrics - linen, cotton. The rooms are dominated by simplicity, minimalism and nature - rattan, weaving, green plants. Lighting is also important - lamps, lamps, designer light bulbs.
The Danish philosophy of hygge, which extends to our homes, has also been popular for several years - we equip the interior in such a way that it feels good, relaxed and happy. A blanket, pillows, candles will also come in handy - it should be warm and light (which is especially important in the frosty northern regions). These details will also fit on the balcony, especially when you want to sit with a book or drink coffee on a cold spring morning in the evenings.
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And so, starting with an apartment decorated in a Scandinavian style, we move on to the balcony, which should also be adjusted to the situation as a whole.
However, if your four corners are furnished according to your own ideas, projects, needs and there is a familiar mix of styles, genres and you are wondering if a balcony is suitable for such a climate - you have nothing to fear! Scandinavian simplicity and minimalism are so versatile that a terrace in this style will fit into any interior, and decorations will fit even into a small space. You can also treat the balcony as a separate whole, which you just need to neatly, quickly, simply and effectively organize and decorate for spring and summer.
We equip the balcony in stages - Scandinavian arrangements and furniture
Where to start finishing the balcony? The first step is always order - washing and cleaning the floor, windows and fences. Thus, you will prepare the surface that you will equip.
Now it's time for the nicer part - balcony furniture and accessories. Let's create a space where we can relax and feel what hygge is. Following the previously described rules, it is worth acquiring balcony furniture (sometimes it can be small garden furniture). Depending on how much space you have, you can put in a small table and two chairs, or just a chair and a table. If it is a Scandinavian style, choose wooden and metal furniture sets.
A set with folding chairs and a table is well suited for a small balcony. For example, when organizing an event during which guests want to go to the balcony, the furniture can be folded so that it does not take up space. On the other hand, for a morning coffee for two, the set would be perfect. A lot of such proposals were prepared by the furniture brand Pervoli, whose products are worth familiarizing yourself with when arranging a balcony.
PROGARDEN Bistro Furniture Set
An interesting solution for lovers of the Scandinavian balcony, especially for those who have more space, can also be rattan furniture or rattan furniture, such as stylish BELIANI Balcony furniture set Tropea. They are resistant to moisture and sunlight, which means that, despite various weather conditions, they can be outdoors all the time, do not lose their color and do not fade.
BELIANI Tropea balcony furniture set.
If you don't have too much space or the ability to accommodate a few chairs or a table, you might consider comfortable and beautiful seating, such as a Scandinavian black and white hammock or a designer garden. hanging chair or wooden hammock 2 in 1. Such hanging furniture gives the impression of lightness, and swinging on it will give us blissful peace and the opportunity to relax. We guarantee that if you have children or teenagers at home, they will be delighted with this "swing". You will also see that not only they will love them.
Hanging chair Swing Chair Single KOALA, beige
Since we are already sitting comfortably, pillows in beautiful pillowcases and warm blankets will come in handy for relaxing with a book. A small comfortable coffee table is also suitable for this, on which you can put a mug, your favorite novel or newspaper. Practical and decorative would be, for example, a balcony table, the upper part of which is removed and becomes a tray, a classic black, square, metal table or a white table with the function of hanging on the balcony railing. The latter will not take up space on the floor and will work well even in a small area.
HESPERIDE balcony table, black, 44 cm
If we want to emphasize the atmosphere of this place, our urban oasis of tranquility and greenery, we cannot miss… the greenery. Plants are one thing, and proper care and proper display are equally important. It is worth first checking what the substrate and conditions should be for the flowers you want to grow (whether it is more sunny or less - this will make it easier for us to place them on the balcony). And then pick them up to match the furniture and decor of the cache-pot. We remember that the Scandinavian style loves white, black, gray, wood, concrete, metal and simplicity. You can choose a solid color case or apply a delicate, muted print or geometric pattern.
Flowerpot on a stand ATMOSPHERA
Finally, let's take care of the details that will warm and enliven our balcony. Here you can not do without lighting - whether it be candles (there should be a lot of them), candlesticks, floor lamps or decorative pendant lamps. When in the evening you sit on the terrace, on a garden chair or armchair, among the flowers and light the lamps, you will see how beautiful it is!
When arranging a balcony, remember the important postulate of the Scandinavian style - comfort. You should like the balcony, be comfortable, functional, practical. You also don't have to stick to rigid boundaries - play with styles, choose furniture, experiment and create the place of your dreams.
In the comments show off your ideas, renovation or furnishing suggestions, the best products or furniture you can find here. Where to look for them? Visit our site about arranging balconies and gardens and get inspired!
And if you are fascinated by the Scandinavian atmosphere and want to learn more not only about their interior decoration, but also about their culture, we recommend a text about Scandinavian cinema or reading Scandinavian crime novels or travel guides. When you feel like you've also swallowed an interior design mistake, it's worth turning to books that make interior design easier.
