Starting with a blank-slate balcony or patio can present a bit of a challenge, especially when you’re trying to stay on a budget. On this episode of Outdoor Upgrade, designer Riche Holmes Grant tackles a balcony for Dia, who had a long wishlist for her 400-square-foot balcony. Dia was hoping to create spaces for entertaining and dining, plus get plenty of storage to hold her items during the winter. She was also hoping to include some no-maintenance greenery to give her some privacy and a bit of a tropical look.
Riche came up with a bold plan, which used multitasking items-like a deck box and storage coffee table-to provide space to hide away cushions and accessories when they aren’t in use.
Faux greenery was installed over the partition walls and in planters so Dia won’t have to worry about maintenance. She “planted” the plants in larger pots and weighted them down with stones to keep them in place.
To help ensure Dia’s furnishings can survive whatever Mother Nature dishes out, Riche recommended she protect them with teak oil and metal sealants, and invest in furniture covers to shelter them when winter comes.
Watch the video above to see the full upgrade, then check out some of the products used to create this cozy and inviting outdoor space.
Lounge
Outdoor Teak Sofa
A classic patio sofa with sturdy teak frame and white Sunproof cushions is the perfect blank slate-you can easily change up throw pillows and rugs to give it a different look.
Safavieh Outdoor Living Vernon Rocking Chair
Looking for a perfect spot to cozy up outdoors? Gray outdoor-friendly cushions soften up a sleek eucalyptus wood rocking chair.
Cantilever Solar LED Offset Outdoor Patio Umbrella
A cantilevered umbrella offers plenty of shade by day, and LED lighting to light up summer evenings.
Hammered Metal Storage Patio Coffee Table
This stylish outdoor coffee table has plenty of storage under the lid for your pillows, blankets, and other accessories.
Dining
Forest Gate Olive 6-Piece Outdoor Acacia Extendable Table Dining Set
Consider extendable tables, like this acacia wood set, for your outdoor patio to maximize space for entertaining.
Post time: Feb-26-2022
