A balcony can be your own little oasis. However, to make it a truly cozy spot, you need to consider important details: from choosing plants to selecting the right lighting.

How to create the perfect relaxation space without spending a lot of time and money? With interior designer Margarita Shelest. LIGA.net explains where to start arranging a "green" balcony so that it becomes a place to recharge your batteries in any season.

Interior designer Margarita Shelest (photo provided by Margarita Shelest)

In this article, you will learn:

  • what should be paid attention to first;
  • how to arrange a small balcony in a rational way;
  • what furniture and decor elements to use;
  • mistakes to avoid;
  • Universal tips that work, regardless of the season.

Where to start setting up a "green" balcony

First of all, you need to decide whether you want to have a green corner on your balcony all year round or only seasonally, for example, in the summer, says Margarita Shelest:Subscribe to LIGA PRO to read this article. Go to the full version of the page.