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Small spaces, big evenings.
A balcony or rooftop is a garden measured in square feet, and every one of them counts. These designs show apartment balconies with bistro tables and planters, rooftop decks with pergolas and fire tables, and terraces with privacy screens, outdoor rugs and lighting that turn a slab into a room.
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What makes a great balcony.
A balcony or rooftop is a garden measured in square feet, and every one of them counts. These designs show apartment balconies with bistro tables and planters, rooftop decks with pergolas and fire tables, and terraces with privacy screens, outdoor rugs and lighting that turn a slab into a room.
Look at how each one handles wind, weight and privacy — planters as railings, screens as walls, lightweight furniture that stays put. Save the layouts whose footprint matches yours.
What to look for as you browse
- Weight — lightweight planters and mix, no wet soil in stone pots
- Wind and privacy handled with screens and planters, not walls
- One purpose per balcony: dine, lounge or grow
Good to know
Common questions
How much weight can a balcony hold?
Most residential balconies are rated around 60 pounds per square foot, which planters full of wet soil can exceed. Use lightweight potting mix and fibreglass or resin planters, and ask an engineer before adding a hot tub or heavy pavers.
How do I get privacy on a balcony?
Slatted screens, tall grasses or bamboo in planters, and an outdoor curtain on a tension rod all work and are removable if you rent.
What furniture fits a small balcony?
A bistro set for two, a bench with storage, or a single lounge chair — choose one thing and leave room to stand. Foldable pieces earn their space.
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