10 essentials for a lush balcony or terrace
Lighting Carefully illuminating your balcony or terrace can reveal the full beauty of your plants, creating a magical, enchanting atmosphere. Well-thought-out lighting can highlight the texture of foliage, accentuate the shapes of plants and bring the colors of your terrace or balcony to life, even after the sun has set. To create a truly spectacular […]
Discover the 10 essentials for transforming your balcony or terrace into a haven of greenery and comfort. From the layout of the garden furniture to careful lighting, planting and waterproofing, every element is essential to create a lush, welcoming outdoor space.
Lighting
Carefully illuminating your balcony or terrace can reveal the full beauty of your plants, creating a magical, enchanting atmosphere. Well-thought-out lighting can highlight the texture of foliage, accentuate the shapes of plants and bring the colors of your terrace or balcony to life, even after the sun has set. To create a truly spectacular lighting design, it’s essential to start with ambient lighting. This soft light, strategically placed along seating areas, patios and other outdoor spaces, creates a welcoming and enchanting atmosphere. Choose elegantly designed solar lanterns from Les Jardins or delicate string lights from Artemide to add an extra touch of magic to your garden, transforming your evenings into moments of enchantment and relaxation under the stars.
Shading
During the hot summer months, it’s vital to protect yourself from the sun’s rays. So it’s important to choose the right type of shade for your environment. On a balcony, this will generally be awnings, while in gardens and terraces, it may be parasols or shade sails.
The floor
Choosing a floor covering can be a complex process, given the diversity and options available, such as tiles, porcelain stoneware, natural stone, composite wood and concrete. At Terrasse & Jardin de Paris, we prefer composite wood for balconies and terraces made from real wood and stone dust, offering the aesthetics of natural wood without the drawbacks, easy maintenance and no need for varnish. Although wood is charming and elegant, it requires careful maintenance. These planks offer many advantages: low maintenance, UV-resistant, non-slip, stain-resistant, impervious to liquids, available in a variety of finishes and colors and particularly suitable for terraces. Our partner Millboard produces high-quality wood composite floorboards, which we regularly use in our creations.
Vegetation
Vegetation serves several purposes. First and foremost, it adds color, helps combat heat islands and naturally hides privacy from view. If privacy on your roof terrace is a priority for you, integrating plants is an ideal solution. In addition to adding a refreshing touch of greenery, plants will provide a natural barrier that will enable you to enjoy your outdoor space in complete tranquillity, without worrying about the prying eyes of your neighbors.
Pottery
It’s a key stage in all our projects, to give your plants the cachet they need to enhance your outdoor space. We work exclusively with European craftsmen, such as Domani, Atelier VierkantPottery Pots and Cosapots. Whether plastic or clay, round or rectangular in shape, our partners have all the products you need, depending on your wishes and the configuration of your space.
Irrigation systems
It’s important to water your plants correctly so that they retain all their vitality. We work with the best suppliers who offer connected irrigation solutions that can be controlled remotely via your phone, as well as drip irrigation systems that will provide your plants with the right amount of water without wasting any and respecting the environment.
Plant walls
Plant walls are ideal for balconies, terraces and small spaces, offering a practical solution for bringing greenery into your home. Generally laid out horizontally, they add a vertical dimension, optimizing the use of available space. Whether composed of natural, stabilized or artificial plants, green walls are an attractive and adaptable way to beautify your outdoor environment.
Waterproofing a terrace
The waterproofing of a terrace is of vital importance to its design and maintenance. Its main objective is to preserve the integrity of the deck structure and the elements beneath it, protecting them from water infiltration and the potential damage this can cause. Properly executed waterproofing on a terrace prevents moisture infiltration into neighbouring homes or buildings, reducing the risk of mould and structural damage. It also plays a crucial role in preserving the strength and integrity of the deck, prolonging its durability. We place great emphasis on this task during our landscaping work.
The pergola
A pergola is an excellent way of creating a real cocooning corner while adding an aesthetic touch to your outdoor space. It creates shade without blocking the surrounding light. With a variety of types and materials available, such as aluminum or wood, the options are numerous. It’s the ideal product for creating a warm, relaxing atmosphere, perfect for enjoying a meal outdoors. Terrasse et Jardin de Paris is the exclusive partner of Concept Alu partner in the Paris region, offering solutions for pergolas, verandas and extansias. Among our partners, Sinallagma offers pergolas based on Leonardo da Vinci’s designs, which are founded on the phenomenon that the weight of one supports that of the other. The designs are devoid of screws or fasteners. To create a lush balcony or terrace, it’s essential to consider a number of elements, such as furniture, lighting, shading, flooring, planting and much more. The 10 essentials we’ve put together give you the keys to designing an outdoor space that’s functional, aesthetically pleasing and conducive to relaxation, where you can recharge your batteries in the great outdoors.
