Who has a terrace, has a treasure. We have checked it in the last year. And, having an outdoor area at home is essential to disconnect. But, it is not worth anything!
WHERE DO I START TO ORGANIZE IT?
The first thing is to think: do you prefer to prioritize the outdoor dining room or a living area? The guidance is key to choosing well because the sun and shade you will condition the hours of use of one or the other. The best advice: do not try to cover too much and do not fill it with furniture.
Somewhere we read “THE PERFECT TERRACE serves AS AN EXTENSION OF YOUR LIVING ROOM OR DINING ROOM. PLAN IT, DECORATE IT AND ENJOY IT!”
HOW DO I DISTRIBUTE THE TERRACE WELL?
Choose based on the shape of the terrace and the rooms that face it. The most important thing is to think about when you are going to be outside and what you see from the inside. It is important that you like it! If the decoration inside and outside is similar, your house will look larger.
WHAT FURNITURE SHOULD I CHOOSE?
Choose quality furniture that is well resistant to the outdoors. To be collecting and removing or covering furniture, at first it does not seem to matter, but in the long term, it is an inconvenience. You will find a variety of styles, with furniture in aluminum, steel, natural woods …
HOW DO I PROTECT MYSELF FROM THE SUN WITHOUT LOSING MY VIEWS?
There are alternatives for the wind and the sun, from simple awnings to glass enclosures, which can be opened or closed depending on the moment. If you like the views, but you don’t want to lose privacy, play with media such as lattices or planters with tall plants.
HOW DO I CALCULATE HOW MUCH SPACE I NEED?
If you want a seating area, calculate that a sofa or a chill-out bench needs about 9 m 2 . If you prefer to occupy your terrace with a dining room so that the table and chairs fit well, also calculate 9 m 2 . If you want a barbecue or auxiliary furniture, add a couple of meters
Choose based on the shape of the terrace and the rooms that face it. The most important thing is to think about when you are going to be outside and what you see from the inside. It is important that you like it! If the decoration inside and outside is similar, your house will look larger.
DETAILS THAT MATTER: FABRICS AND LIGHTS
Fabrics. The variety of outdoor fabrics is becoming more beautiful, resistant, and of quality. It is very important to look at the label and make sure of the properties of each fabric. Choose fabrics that guarantee to be waterproof, resistant to UV rays, with anti-stain treatment, anti-mold and that withstand temperature changes. They are a bit more expensive, but the investment is worth it.
The lighting. Plan at least two different lights. Indirect and decorative light, in the points that you want to illuminate: a planter, a plant, a lattice … This lighting will make you enjoy the terrace in a relaxing way, even from inside the house. Then, direct lighting to turn it on when necessary: when we go to dinner, to read … You will get it through spotlights or floor lamps.
A Tip: “COMBINE THE COLORS OF THE TERRACE WITH THOSE OF THE INTERIOR OF THE HOUSE”.
