CREATE A
PATIO
IN THE
CITY
In small spaces don’t add too
many colours using plants and
décor. keep it simple so that it is
easy on the eyes and gives the
viewer the illusion of a larger
area.
When designing a balcony
in a city, privacy is always an
issue. I found this great white
lattice at The home Depot. I
turned it sideways, attached it to
the balcony railing and added
greenery in front, creating an
intimate and functional privacy
screen. I also added an umbrella,
not to block the sun, but to block
the view of the neighbours above
me, taking away that fish bowl
feeling and creating a relaxing
room.
Photo by Jason Hartog
For that extra touch, I added a
water fountain to drown out road
traffic and give the illusion of
being near a lake. It is also a nice
visual and conversational piece.
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