There is that moment in the year when the transition to the warmer months of summer becomes a reality: it is the moment when the weather now allows us to sit outside on our balconies, and enjoy whatever pleases each of us. Some will find happiness in plants and gardening, others in reading a book in the sun, others in finally having a coffee outside in good weather! Whatever it may be, our balcony, our yard, our terrace or our roof terrace need proper outdoor decoration in order to take off that summer feeling that nestles inside us!
First of all, let’s start with the basics: it’s very important to paint and maintain the exterior of your home. Painting with suitable
exterior paints
walls, windows, wooden and metal surfaces, you will effectively protect your home, and outdoor furniture, from sun, rain, moisture, mould and rust. So, along with the beautiful decoration, your balcony will also have effective protection. Now, time for color inspiration and outdoor home decoration!
(1) Strong contrasts
The terracotta and black create an impressive outdoor space that plays perfectly with the sunshine and takes us back to Mexico! To complement the style, the terrace needs to be decorated with lots of green, leafy plants and colourful pots. Even clay or brown pots will fit the bill, but bright colours will lift your terrace.
Woven baskets instead of pots are also very appropriate, and if you have a decorative sombrero, you can glue tassels around the perimeter and hang it from above as a lamp.
We promise you that this outdoor home decoration will steal the show!
(2) Boho style for bohemian tenants
The boho style overwhelms all spaces and is very much loved. Is it time to adopt it in your balcony decoration? Choose vibrant outdoor colours, lots of plants – especially cacti and succulents – vintage furniture and colourful kilims. All together they make up the ultimate summer destination.
(3) Funky Lime
The balcony needs decoration with simple and smart solutions, after all, the important thing is to be comfortable on it and to host nice moments. She wants funky, cool colors! The ever-matching grey blends with the cool lime that visually dominates the space. Paint old pots to make them look like new, scatter colourful cushions you already had around the house, lay out a cheerful rug and – why not? – succumb to the palette trend, making an easy-to-use outdoor table.
If you like the idea of a bench, see how to make a bench with storage space for your balcony in the video below and enrich your home’s exterior decoration with practical solutions that will serve the whole family.
(4) Hospitable and friendly
A terrace with decoration for friends, inspired by the beautiful evenings you dream of spending together there! What if you’re not on an island? Choose a lovely shade of blue from the outdoor colours to bring the sea to your feet and add character with lanterns and poufs. Terraces and balconies will become more welcoming in an instant! If you have an empty wall space, consider making a makeshift summer cinema with a sheet and a portable projector, and hanging lights and garlands for sweet light – no, it’s not just for Christmas lights!
(5) Barbeque Paradise
For those lucky enough to have a patio or large terrace and can afford a barbecue, the outdoor decorating is simple: freshen up the walls with earthy tones, paint the furniture and pots in sweet pastel shades, and make your patio a place to relax and socialise – the perfect place for barbeque, chatting and eating with friends! You don’t necessarily need a lot of luxuries or new furniture for a beautiful and functional home exterior. Old furniture is made new with a little paint and even a few crates, tastefully painted, make a practical little table for the terrace.