Balcony and Terrace Arrangement Ideas

When planning an interesting balcony arrangement, the first thing to consider is what style you want to go for, and then – consistently stick to it when furnishing the entire space. This will ensure the whole thing looks cohesive and neat – especially if the balcony isn't the largest – and you'll be able to relax in your favourite setting. There are a few basic elements that will prove crucial on any balcony. We're talking about, among other things, appropriate furniture, tailored to the amount of space available. If you have a small area at your disposal, folding furniture might be a good idea – for example, chairs that you can easily slide behind a wardrobe, and a wall-mounted table that can be folded down like a door. A small table and two chairs may prove to be perfectly sufficient.

If you can afford larger furniture, a comfortable garden sofa or a seating area made from wooden pallets and cushions will be an excellent solution. Speaking of cushions – these types of accessories will be essential to add cosiness to your balcony. All kinds of decorative 'scatter cushions', throws and blankets are definitely a must-have for any comfortable and atmospheric balcony space. It's also worth decorating it with fairy lights, lanterns or candles, which will make relaxing outdoors after a long day even more pleasant. We couldn't not mention plants in decorative pots either! In addition to your favourite ornamental plants and flowers, it's worth considering herbs – such as mint or basil – which will also come in handy during your kitchen experiments.

When furnishing your balcony, you might also consider buying a garden screen, which will provide maximum privacy during your morning coffee or an afternoon pamper session with a face mask. Similarly, a folding umbrella that effectively shields the balcony from harsh sunlight might also prove useful – however, this accessory will only work for larger areas.

For some time now, boho-style decor has been reigning supreme on many apartment balconies – meaning natural, rattan decorations, an abundance of cushions, throws, and woven accessories. This design also features organic, light colours such as beige, cream, or white. A plain, grey balcony can easily be transformed into a charming boho relaxation zone. All you need to do is place simple chairs made from natural materials on it and equip them with cosy throws and decorative scatter cushions. Add to that atmospheric candles and lanterns, rattan pot covers or a few branches… and you're good to go!

What if you were to transform an ordinary balcony into a veritable green jungle? That's also possible! Simply fill the space with a plethora of tropical plants, placing them at various points on the balcony. Between the plants, it's worth putting comfortable deckchairs with a tropical vibe, and instead of a table, opt for an atmospheric chest. By day, such an arrangement is captivating from every angle – if you want it to be the same at night, drape fairy lights over the plant leaves or balcony railings, and place a few romantic candles on the windowsill, chest, or balcony floor.

All our pots, suitable for balcony conditions, can be found in the "Outdoor pots" section.

During the warmer months of the year, the balcony becomes an ideal spot for relaxation and a moment with your favourite book. However, for your downtime to be truly successful, it's worth ensuring the right arrangement of this outdoor space. The balcony can be transformed into a unique reading nook, which will effectively brighten up warm summer evenings. In such a balcony relaxation zone, one element cannot be missing… a hammock! To make the space even cosier, it's worth hanging fairy lights on the railings, placing candles or lanterns on the windowsill, and on the ground – arranging a few favourite plants in rattan pots. You really don't need much to turn a balcony into a true relaxation zone – the armchair, however, is its most crucial point.

If you're looking for inspiration, read our magazine "Don't stay at home, sit on the balcony".

Looking for romantic balcony lighting but don't want to drag a lamp with a cable halfway across the house? Use this season's hit – wireless lamps – which you can take with you not only to the balcony, but… practically anywhere – for a picnic, a trip, or to a camper van.

We have over 150 models of wireless lamps, you're sure to find something for yourself.

If you're a big fan of the Mediterranean vibe, you can furnish your balcony in this style too – especially if it's south-facing. Such a bright, sun-drenched space perfectly complements white and blue elements and an abundance of greenery. In this case, you can go wild and place artificial grass on the balcony floor and ensure that the furniture is kept in light shades. A small white garden sofa or a set with rattan or bamboo chairs and a table will give the arrangement a Mediterranean character. Around the furniture, you can place atmospheric white lanterns, arrange blue cushions and throws on the seats, and complete the whole look with airy white curtains and blue pots. All this will allow you to achieve a 'Mamma Mia' kind of atmosphere, perfect for relaxing on hot summer days.

A balcony is an ideal spot for a romantic dinner for two. And how do you furnish it in a romantic, French style? The key elements will be appropriate furniture and floral accessories. French style is characterised on the one hand by elegant restraint (a combination of black with white and, for example, gold), and on the other by romantic accessories (such as floral decorations, delicate polka dots or stripes).
You can intertwine roses or ivy around the balcony railing – and place a vase with freshly cut flowers on the table. The whole look will be perfectly complemented by fairy lights, a set of candles and romantic lanterns scattered at several points on the balcony. It's also worth placing cosy, soft cushions and throws on the chairs – that's pretty much all you need to turn a balcony into a scene straight out of a romantic comedy. Naturally, elegant wine glasses and other tableware elements cannot be missing from the table.

Are you a plant lover, and your flat is already running out of space for more potted specimens? You can transform your balcony into the most beautiful mini garden. Fill it with your favourite specimens – on windowsills, on the floor, on the table, wherever you wish. To make the whole thing look even better, choose stylish, unique pot covers that will further decorate the balcony. In FormAdore's assortment, you'll find models in boho or ethnic style, as well as truly Nordic, modern, or industrial proposals.

If you're a fan of modern, industrial arrangements and such decor predominates in your flat, create a balcony that will be consistent with the rest of the rooms. In this case, minimalist furniture made, for example, from iron, steel, or aluminium will be ideal. Black furniture will combine very well with a grey floor or tiles and together will create an exceptionally modern atmosphere. Metal black elements can also be boldly combined with wooden details – for example, a wooden wall or pots – and all this can be complemented with atmospheric lights.
Check out our magazine "Lanterns for the balcony and garden".