Cabinet layout options
The main task of properly placing a cabinet on the balcony is to save space without losing functionality. Depending on the layout, the furniture can be located in the corner (the most common option is when the back wall is adjacent to the wall) or under the window if the loggia is wide enough.
The photo shows a narrow mirror cabinet that does not occupy the second corner and makes it possible to rationally use the niche.
The original way to place the cabinet is in the floor. For this purpose, a podium is built into which you can put things away and also use it as a sleeping place.
In the photo there is a closet in the floor on the loggia combined with the room.
Corner balcony cabinets
Another convenient cabinet option for use on the balcony is corner structures. Such cabinets are most often used to store large items or in large quantities. For example, a bicycle or pickles, tools, etc.
For such large structures, swinging doors cannot be used. That is why these types of cabinets are chosen with sliding doors or roller shutters.
In addition to these types of cabinets, they also use ordinary ones, but with additional corner open shelves. You can store something important on such shelves.
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You can simply install decor or indoor plants on the shelves, then the structure will be an excellent design solution.
Shelves filled with flowers look very nice, but this option is only possible on a warm balcony so that the plants do not die.
You can make shelves for a wardrobe on a balcony with your own hands; this is a very easy task that every home craftsman can handle.
Types of balcony cabinets
Let's look at several common types of furniture for storing things on the balcony.
Closet
Keeping space savings in mind, this product can be called the optimal choice for a loggia. Sliding doors do not take up space, and mirrors, which often decorate them, visually expand the space.
The photo shows an unusual design with corner shelves. A small loggia looks wider, and the closet does not clutter up the space.
Wardrobe with shelves
If the apartment owner wants to make the balcony more comfortable or demonstrate his good taste, a model with shelves inside or on the sides will serve perfectly for placing decor and flowers.
Built-in
Based on the type of design, cabinets are divided into free-standing (cabinet) and built-in (hidden), which fit into the space without attracting attention, but require more complex installation.
The photo shows a secret closet that allows you to use every centimeter of the allocated space.
Mounted
The main advantage of such furniture is the “airiness” effect. This makes it easier to perceive a rather bulky product in a modest-sized room.
With hinged doors
The most popular and inexpensive option. The disadvantage of such a product is that open doors take up too much space and can rest against a window sill or block a doorway.
The photo shows an unusual cabinet with hinged glass doors.
With roller shutters
A suitable solution for practical people. Roller shutters are easily raised and lowered using a reliable mechanism. They are rarely used in residential premises, as they look unusual and are expensive.
Combined models
There are times when saving space is not a priority when decorating a balcony. If the main goal is to create a comfortable and multifunctional corner for relaxation, you should think about ordering combined structures. If the loggia is closed and insulated, with the help of a seating cabinet it can turn into a separate room, and in combination with a table - into a summer kitchen. This is especially true for owners of small Khrushchev houses.
The photo shows a transforming wardrobe with roll-out drawers and a seat.
Rack
This is a multi-tiered structure without doors. Usually installed on balconies to store seedlings or flowers that need sunlight. On closed loggias, shelving is also appropriate, but it is worth considering that the abundance of things on the shelves overloads the decor.
The photo shows a picturesque green oasis created with the help of elegant plant racks.
Cabinet
This small cabinet is a good option for those who do not want to occupy the entire wall with a large structure, but need a place to store a minimum number of things.
The photo shows a cabinet, the top panel of which can be used as a tabletop.
Dressing room on the balcony, open or closed:
- The advantage of an open one is that the whole room becomes larger, everything is in sight, you don’t need to look for anything. But everything will need to be kept in perfect order.
- When equipped with a closed one, you can visually expand the boundaries of the room with the help of mirrors. There is nothing superfluous in the room. Everything is in the dressing room, you can put things in order when you have free time, without worrying about anyone seeing the chaos. In twilight, things last longer. Although this will take up extra meters in the room. To prevent doors from taking up extra space, they can be replaced with curtains or sliding doors.
Sizes and shapes of loggia cabinets
Owners of a spacious balcony have a wide range of options: the layout allows you to place a large closet or even a radius (“bent”) structure. You don’t have to worry about saving space and choose swing doors or three-leaf “accordion” doors that open outward.
On small loggias, low and shallow cabinets are more appropriate.
The photo shows a roomy design for shoes.
If the balcony is panoramic, then an ordinary wardrobe will block part of the window. The solution in such a situation is to install a corner product. The photo shows that even small models can look different: it can be an open shelving unit with semicircular shelves or a straight wardrobe with sliding doors. Also, a triangular design is often used in irregularly shaped rooms.
Color examples
When decorating a loggia, neutral furniture colors are the most popular: beige will fit well into a setting decorated in warm colors. Calm gray is also suitable for discreet but stylish interiors, and universal white will be appropriate in any combination.
Lovers of bright, cheerful interiors often use yellow or even red shades: colored furniture acts as an accent and distracts attention from the modest size of the room. Cool colors (blue, mint) are used less often - in our climate, residents, on the contrary, try to “lure” more sun to the balcony, including with the help of warm shades in the decor.
The photo shows a balcony decorated with clapboards, into which is fitted a wardrobe in a natural shade of wood.
What material is better to choose for a loggia?
Over time, furniture on unheated loggias is exposed to external factors: humidity, UV radiation, mold. The best solution in this case is to insulate the balcony, but if this is not possible, you should choose wear-resistant materials. Manufacturers offer the following cabinet options:
- plastic;
- Chipboard/chipboard;
- wood;
- metal.
The photo shows a balcony with a double-leaf wardrobe made of PVC panels.
Solid wood furniture is more expensive than plastic, but is less resistant to moisture (if it is not treated thermowood). Plastic can become deformed over time due to temperature changes, and metal products are susceptible to corrosion. Most often, furniture made of laminated chipboard or MDF is installed on balconies: the top layer of plastic protects the chipboard from wear, and if damaged, budget models can always be replaced.
The photo shows a fashionable wooden rack with a metal frame.
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Balcony design photo
Let's move away from the topic of practicality and consider the cabinet as an item that will give the loggia a special character and help decorate the interior.
A product with glass facades looks expensive and elegant. If the balcony is open, glass protects personal belongings from dust or rain. Cabinets with louvered doors, on the contrary, look solid and give a feeling of comfort.
If the layout allows, two wardrobes can be placed on the balcony. White glossy facades will help to slightly expand the space by reflecting light.
The photo shows a rack that houses a rich collection of mugs.
Slatted mezzanine cabinets and baskets look great on loggias designed for a cozy pastime.
Options for dressing rooms on the balcony
Depending on the size and layout of the balcony or loggia, the wardrobe will be different - a full-fledged one or a mini version. Next, we will look at the possible options.
Mini dressing room
If the space is small, then separate elements of the dressing room are placed on the balcony. A mobile module with a hanger, shelves for shoes and drawers for small items is an ergonomic option. For a tiny balcony, a hanging chair and an ottoman are suitable for storing belts, socks and other small items.
Some balconies can accommodate a narrow wardrobe up to the ceiling. The upper part is allocated to the mezzanine or a pantograph hanger is installed. This mechanism allows you to get things that are hanging on hangers from the upper sections of the closet thanks to the lowering crossbar.
Filling the cabinet on the balcony
When choosing furniture for the loggia, it is recommended to think in advance about what will be stored in it. A closet on an insulated balcony can turn into a wardrobe or become a storage room for books. The household family will use it for tools or cans of preserves.
The photo shows an unusual cabinet-house for storing construction tools.
For an active family, the convenient design will serve as a place to hide sports equipment or a bicycle.
How to make a free-standing wardrobe on the balcony?
Making free-standing furniture yourself is, of course, possible. However, because components and connections are more visible, significant emphasis is placed on the aesthetics of the work. This applies to both wooden structures and panels. Mostly, a free-standing cabinet body is made of boards, thanks to this material you will create products in a shorter time with relatively low costs. After trimming, visible edges should be masked using melamine veneer. The color of the veneer should match the color of the board so that the product is aesthetically pleasing without adding additional contrast. The framing is usually coated using high heat, so an iron will come in handy. The width of the offered veneer is only 22 mm. Once dry, sand the surface until it is smooth. Fine-grain sandpaper is suitable for this. Further work is similar to that performed in built-in cabinets - this is a combination of interior elements, installation of shelves and cabinet doors. Traditionally, opening cabinet doors are, of course, secured with hinges.
Bookcase on the balcony
It happens that you don’t need to assemble an entire closet to get an additional piece of furniture for storage. For this reason, shelves are also increasingly being produced. Typically wood is used as a raw material. Many people choose pallet racking. And although they usually do not complement the equipment of guest rooms, they can often be seen in basements, storage rooms or on balconies. In case of higher loads, you can think about a cabinet whose frame will be made of metal. The main elements are, of course, perforated profiles and OSB boards.
Photos of loggias in various styles
When choosing a suitable model, you should think about the style in which you want to fit the cabinet, then it will become a real “highlight” of the interior.
Rough textures of facades and metal are suitable for an “industrial” loft. Laconic but functional shelving, as well as products with glass doors, will fit into the modern style. Homely, cozy Provence, on the contrary, recognizes a wealth of textures: facades that look like shutters, wickerwork and wooden boxes.
The photo shows a cabinet with a beveled door, which adds character to the entire interior.
