24 November 2024 | Green
How to design terraces and balconies in autumn
Why is autumn the best season to furnish terraces and balconies? What are the rules to follow? Why choose a professional instead of a DIY approach? èLUNAPIENA helps you answer these questions and more. Read the article!
Autumn is the perfect time to plan a green corner on your balcony or terrace, taking advantage of mild temperatures to design spaces that will bloom in the coming seasons. Furnishing terraces and balconies means not only choosing plants and flowers, which should always be placed in suitable planters, but also considering outdoor furniture such as pergolas, verandas, and privacy screens for a space that lasts over time and adapts to any weather condition.
Why furnish a terrace in autumn?
Preparing your green corner in advance for the following year is a smart choice. Autumn offers an ideal climate for planting and setting up structures, allowing plants to stabilize and grow strong for spring. With careful planning and the right furnishings, your terrace or balcony can become a space that brings beauty and well-being all year round.DIY green design or professional help?
Although it is not always necessary to consult a landscape architect, for more complex projects it is advisable to involve a professional. They can guide you in selecting plants and outdoor furniture best suited to the light, humidity, and available space.An unsuitable planter, poorly designed irrigation system, or low-quality materials can compromise your green project—not only because it may not last but also because it could damage your property or strain relations with neighbors.
Once verified, consider both the furniture that will populate the balcony and the greenery that will inhabit the space.
Custom solutions are particularly useful for optimizing small balconies or terraces, where every element must serve both functional and aesthetic purposes. Conversely, for large terraces or rooftops, everything must be carefully calibrated to achieve a cohesive result. Choosing plants and flowers should not only be about aesthetics; factors such as sun exposure, climate, and the desired atmosphere should also be considered.
Another crucial factor is the color of your furniture, which should coordinate with the building’s walls. For a harmonious result, the choice of colors for plants and flowers should also align with the overall outdoor design.
As you can see, creating the perfect green terrace involves many intricate elements. Feeling overwhelmed? That’s normal. Don’t worry — èLUNAPIENA is here to guide you through the entire process, from selection to design and realization.
But let's continue in the adoptable solutions for creating your portion of the vertical forest...
Elements such as pergolas and verandas made of durable materials are perfect for protecting against wind and sun while creating private, cozy corners. Installing privacy panels and modular steel and aluminum planters can define spaces and enhance climbing plants, which add vertical greenery and transform even the smallest terraces into true hanging gardens. Metal planters are a functional outdoor furnishing element: resistant to wear and weather, they allow greater flexibility in plant placement and space definition. The key is to carefully choose architectural elements that fit your living environment and deliver results aligned with your vision.
Choosing plants for balconies and terraces: A garden for every space
To create a blooming balcony, closely observe the space: sun exposure, orientation, air currents, and type of surface are key factors for selecting the right plants. Perennial varieties such as shrubs or small ornamental trees provide year-round greenery, while annuals offer seasonal bursts of color. For shaded balconies and terraces, plants like ferns and hostas create an intimate atmosphere, while sunlit spaces are perfect for Mediterranean species like lavender and rosemary.
CHOOSE èLUNAPIENA AND ENJOY YOUR GREEN SPACE!
èLUNAPIENA designs and creates custom planters, pergolas, and outdoor kitchens, 100% Made in Italy. Production is centered in Brianza, Italy’s renowned furniture hub (learn more in the "Who We Are" section).Here, we design, produce, and paint metal planters, benches, storage benches, dividers, and privacy panels based on projects developed by architects or tailored to client needs.
This approach offers advantages in terms of delivery times and feasibility: the freedom to choose materials, colors, and painting techniques enables the realization of unique and personalized projects.
On the cover: the Alma Relax project by èLUNAPIENA: click here and find out how we decorated the rooftop of a city terrace
Chiudi dettaglioHow to design a blooming terrace or balcony
When planning a terrace or balcony as a green retreat, the first step is to consult building regulations and landscape plans. It is important to ensure your property is not architecturally protected or subject to condominium restrictions.Once verified, consider both the furniture that will populate the balcony and the greenery that will inhabit the space.
Custom solutions are particularly useful for optimizing small balconies or terraces, where every element must serve both functional and aesthetic purposes. Conversely, for large terraces or rooftops, everything must be carefully calibrated to achieve a cohesive result. Choosing plants and flowers should not only be about aesthetics; factors such as sun exposure, climate, and the desired atmosphere should also be considered.
Another crucial factor is the color of your furniture, which should coordinate with the building’s walls. For a harmonious result, the choice of colors for plants and flowers should also align with the overall outdoor design.
As you can see, creating the perfect green terrace involves many intricate elements. Feeling overwhelmed? That’s normal. Don’t worry — èLUNAPIENA is here to guide you through the entire process, from selection to design and realization.
But let's continue in the adoptable solutions for creating your portion of the vertical forest...
How to furnish terraces and balconies with beautiful and durable furniture
What is your terrace’s exposure? What is its size? What do you want to achieve? Depending on your needs, there are different solutions.Elements such as pergolas and verandas made of durable materials are perfect for protecting against wind and sun while creating private, cozy corners. Installing privacy panels and modular steel and aluminum planters can define spaces and enhance climbing plants, which add vertical greenery and transform even the smallest terraces into true hanging gardens. Metal planters are a functional outdoor furnishing element: resistant to wear and weather, they allow greater flexibility in plant placement and space definition. The key is to carefully choose architectural elements that fit your living environment and deliver results aligned with your vision.
Choosing plants for balconies and terraces: A garden for every space
To create a blooming balcony, closely observe the space: sun exposure, orientation, air currents, and type of surface are key factors for selecting the right plants. Perennial varieties such as shrubs or small ornamental trees provide year-round greenery, while annuals offer seasonal bursts of color. For shaded balconies and terraces, plants like ferns and hostas create an intimate atmosphere, while sunlit spaces are perfect for Mediterranean species like lavender and rosemary.
CHOOSE èLUNAPIENA AND ENJOY YOUR GREEN SPACE!
èLUNAPIENA designs and creates custom planters, pergolas, and outdoor kitchens, 100% Made in Italy. Production is centered in Brianza, Italy’s renowned furniture hub (learn more in the "Who We Are" section).
On the cover: the Alma Relax project by èLUNAPIENA: click here and find out how we decorated the rooftop of a city terrace
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