A 4-Step Guide to Transforming Your Balcony Into an Outdoor Oasis. Balconies are one of the biggest selling points of any space, as they provide an additional outdoor area and are home to picnics, parties, and fun nights in. Whether you live in an urban or rural environment, these spaces have the potential to be both practical AND beautiful. Not everyone has the balcony of their dreams, though—that’s where we come in. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the steps of turning your bland outdoor space into the balcony garden of your dreams.

Step 1: Organize, Declutter, and Clean Your Balcony

Prep Your Space for a New Look

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In order to understand what kind of furniture and plants you have room for, it’s important to clean and declutter your outdoor area. That old grill that you haven’t used in years or the cardboard boxes you’ve been meaning to recycle? All of these should be taken care of to allow for a fresh, clean slate to work with. We’re adamant about starting with this step as it helps you visualize your new decorated space during the planning process. Plus, who doesn’t love a nice, clean balcony? Once you’ve thoroughly cleaned and organized your outdoor space, it’s time to start researching your dream setup.

Step 2: Research Building Restrictions and Limitations

Keep Your Guests and Belongings Safe and Supported

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If you’re currently renting your space, following the rules is a must. Especially knowing what landlords do and don’t allow on balconies will keep you safe and save you from any extra fees or issues. However, if you own a condo or home with a balcony, we recommend having it inspected to ensure that your furniture, plants, and guests will have ample support. Additionally, if you live in an older building, it’s crucial that you learn more about weight limitations to ensure the safety of you and your neighbors. Once you have an okay from an inspector or landlord, it’s time to start examining your balcony’s conditions.

Step 3: Observe Your Balcony’s Weather Conditions

Find Which Plants Will Thrive in Your Space

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The three main conditions you should monitor are temperature, wind, and sunlight. Depending on the height of your balcony, it may experience stronger winds, resulting in a cooler environment and plants needing to be secured. The balcony’s temperature usually isn’t too significant of a difference that it would affect your plants, but it’s important to take this into consideration when looking into different greenery. Additionally, you’ll want to consider which way your balcony faces and inspect approximately how much sunlight it gets in a day—this is how you’ll be able to start to understand which plants will thrive in your space.

Step 4: Plan Out the Balcony Garden of Your Dreams and Assemble

Sketch, Measure, and Design Your Space Before Purchasing

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This is the part where things get fun—plus, you get to flaunt your creative side. Because the possibilities are endless, sketches and mood boards are a great way to find inspiration while planning. Some of our personal favorite layouts include wall gardens, hanging baskets, and vertical vegetable gardens because of their compact and unique design.

The best part about creating balcony gardens is that no matter the size of your budget or space, there’s a way for everyone to incorporate fresh greenery into their outdoor space. We recommend making your plan as detailed as possible to save time later in the process. But it is important to allow yourself to be adaptable and adventurous in case certain plants or furniture are out of stock. After you’ve solidified your plan, it’s time to start purchasing and assembling.

Once your balcony garden is put together, the only thing left for you to do is soak up some sun. Whilst you enjoy your renovated space with friends and family. Whether your balcony is more minimalist or you fancy something more jungle-like, everyone can create their own personal oasis right outside their door regardless of space or budget restraints.