Making a balcony or a loggia with your own hands (39 photos): examples of interiors and tips

An architectural element in the form of a glazed balcony or loggia is a relatively small area that is often not used or is simply filled with various rubbish. However, even a small balcony can be transformed and become an excellent functional area for relaxation or work. As an example, with the help of decoration and proper design, the loggia can be turned into a quite comfortable room for relaxation. These few square meters may well become a functional room if you release them from the trash and properly approach the arrangement.

Designers today are trying to maximize the use of various design techniques: a panoramic view of windows, furniture, decoration methods, home decoration, lighting and the like.

Loggia room preparation

To begin with, you should take care of insulating the balcony from the inside with your own hands. Windows should withstand temperature extremes and drafts, there should be no cracks. If possible, the floors inside the balcony in Khrushchev should be made warm, and the walls should be carefully insulated. As an additional finish, you can finish the walls and floor with ceramic tiles and natural wood. The whole design of the loggia will depend on material capabilities and the chosen idea.

If you have difficulty imagining the future design of balconies and loggias, you can turn to a designer who will offer your ideas for help, if you wish, create a mock-up of the balcony decoration in Khrushchev, and also help with the choice of team to carry out preliminary preparation of a small room in the apartment. The best time to start finishing is early spring. It is necessary to first remove all furniture and old things from the loggia or balcony, including the old finish of the floor and walls, that is, clean the interior for further decoration. Moreover, such work can be done with your own hands, and furniture can be placed in the apartment.

Design options

Just a few meters of a small room will create a harmonious balcony interior for work or leisure. As an idea, you can consider the possibility of organizing a winter garden on the balcony or a playroom for the child. Well, if in Khrushchev the balcony adjoins the kitchen, then you can consider options for organizing a dining room for relatives and guests. Everything is limited only by fantasy, because ideas can be diverse. The interior of the balcony should be created taking into account for which zone in the Khrushchev it will be intended.

If friends often gather in your Khrushchevka, for example, to watch a football match or have tea, then you can gladly arrange the necessary premises right on the balcony. Therefore, the design of an open balcony should be done wisely. You can provide options for decorating windows with curtains and plants to give the loggia a beautiful and modern appearance.

Furniture selection

1. Today, many manufacturers offer special furniture to decorate such a small room. Almost any furniture is suitable here, but it is better to choose moisture resistant. If the design of the balcony involves openness (no windows), it is recommended to take care of waterproof covers. So it will be possible to save furniture from damage.
2. If the interior is narrow and cramped, it is recommended that you consider the option of a transformer or prefer built-in furniture. Such a design of a narrow balcony in Khrushchev will allow maximum use of space.
3. Furniture can be made of different materials: plastic, wood and metal, summer cottages in the form of "braids" with your own hands are acceptable. Any examples of furniture and do-it-yourself decoration are appropriate here.
4. Without a convenient recreation area in Khrushchev, where there will be an opportunity to relax, nothing will work either. As an idea, you can consider an example where a small sofa fits into the space of a balcony. It can be supplemented with a coffee table and a small TV. This design of the balcony is especially relevant, as it will be possible to enjoy your favorite movie with comfort and convenience, without annoying vacationing family members. Such ideas are quite relevant, especially for a one-room apartment.

Decor

1. The original design of the balcony is impossible without decor. As an idea, you can use various decorative designs: decorative oil lamps, plaids and pillows made of multi-colored textiles, bird cages and pots with indoor plants that will decorate any kind of windows.
2. To pots with plants should be treated with special attention. It is advisable to design the balcony with flowers that perfectly respond to temperature changes. For example, dwarf citrus trees perfectly complement the interior of the balcony. In addition, such plants will not only decorate the appearance of the windows, but will also exude a particularly delicate pleasant aroma.
3. If the room allows, then you can even put a barbecue inside the room. However, this option will be appropriate only inside the terrace of a country house. It is recommended to consider a model that has an extractor hood, so that it is possible to cook a barbecue in bad weather.
4. Do not forget about the music center or TV, because only windows and a beautiful view for a good mood will not be enough. This will allow you to cheer up or just get distracted when bored.
5. The interior can be beautifully decorated with your own hands with various posters and paintings. Well, the table itself can be decorated with a bouquet of dried or fresh flowers, a wicker vase with seasonal fruits and an elegant tablecloth.

Lighting

With some experience working with electricity, it is quite possible to carry out lighting on your own balcony. For laying electrical wiring, it is quite possible to use the free internal space that remains between the finish lining and the insulation. It is advisable to lay the wires with your own hands in a special casing in order to exclude their fire. In this case, you must choose a place so that you can quickly remove the cladding in case of any malfunction.

The cladding is most often made of plywood or drywall. They must be noted in advance and cut out holes for switches and sockets. When warming the loggia, the ceiling is also insulated. Therefore, it is quite convenient to mount built-in lamps in it. It is worth considering unobtrusive and soft lighting. Here you can show your imagination. For example, if the room is large enough, then you can make a separate light zone next to the sofa or chair. So you can do two-level lighting.

Lamps can be with conventional incandescent lamps, as well as LED. They can be installed in the ceiling, on the walls and even on the floor. With a small winter garden, you can even effectively highlight plants or other interior elements. Around the table you can think over and sconces on the wall.