Balcony: A Private Space

Balcony: A Private Space

阳台 暂别烦恼的地方

 

For those who live in big cities, balconies are probably the places where they can get some fresh air. It’s a good idea to make the space more comfortable rather than using it only for drying clothes.  

住在大城市的人们都缺少了新鲜空气，阳台就是最佳的地方让你休息、吸收阳光及呼吸清新空气。所以，何不花点时间让打造阳台成为属于自己的私人空间，让它不再是晾晒衣服的乏味空间。

In case you live in an apartment with balcony, don’t miss having a nice balcony décor. Wait no more, some fun décor ideas are shared here. 

如果你住在公寓里有个阳台，就别浪费这个机会了。还等什么，今天就动手改造你家的阳台吧！

Furniture 

家具

Benches and garden chairs are the perfect furnishing item for balconies because they provide enough space for at least two adults, or for one adult to lounge. You can decorate benches or garden chairs with decorative pillows according to the theme you decide to incorporate. 

长凳和椅子是摆置在阳台最佳的家居，因为它们提供了足够容纳两个成人的空间亦可以成为一个人的休息室。你可以摆放一些可爱的装饰枕头来决定你要的风格主题。

Placing a small side table beside your chair or bench is great idea, it can hold your drinks, snacks, or favourite books. But make sure to purchase weather-resistant cushions and furniture to ensure durability of your stuffs. 

摆置一张小桌子能让你放饮品、零食和书籍杂志等。确保你买的家具是耐候性（阳光照射、温度变化、风吹雨淋）。

Décor

装饰 

Balcony is a very flexible living space and can easily adapt to any seasonal home décor. So you can decide on the theme you prefer to portray. This should highly depend on the activities you plan on engaging in this room.

阳台是一个灵活的生活空间，能适应任何季节的家居装饰。所以，你可以随意决定你喜欢的主题。主题的考量决定于你打算在阳台进行什么活动而定。

For instance, if you plan on lounging and seek a serene hideaway, consider using soothing colours like blue, green, and white. If you favour something entertaining, then apply festive colours like orange, yellow and red. In addition, if you want a private rest time in balcony, hang weather-proof blinds as you can lower when necessary.

例如，你打算有个休闲及世外桃源的阳台，哪你考虑使用柔和的颜色如：蓝色、绿色和白色。如果你想要成为家人及三五好友聚集的地方，那么你可以选择橙色、黄色和红色。另外，你如想有个私人的休息空间，在阳台上记得安装耐候性的遮帘。 

Plants

植物 

Plants bring life to any room, and are necessary in an outdoor area like a balcony. Decorate using flowers and small trees to add colours. Use decorative planting pots to exhibit your flowers. Hang planter boxes on balcony railings or hang planting baskets from the ceiling. They will give your balcony a European look and will not consume any additional floor space.

植物能为我们带来生命的气息，也是阳台必要的元素。用鲜花或小乔木来装饰阳台，利用可爱花巧的花盆来承托美丽的植物；或是挂在阳台栏杆上，或是挂在天花板上的种植篮，以增添色彩。他们会你的阳台带来一股欧洲的气息，并且也不会阻碍空间。

If your balcony is very small, consider turning it into a flower and herb garden. Mix up colourful perennials, seasonal delights, hardy ivies and herbs that you can use in the kitchen. Get a sturdy stool and a soft cushion for the seat so that you’ll enjoy working in your own private garden.

如果你的阳台非常小，没关系，你可以将它打造成小花园或芳草园。混合多种类的植物，如：多年生植物、常春藤、香料或草药等，收成后还可以成为厨房香料呢。摆放一个坚固的凳子和一个软垫，让你好好地享受在自己的私人花园里进行园艺。

By: Asikin & Pek Yeng