Balcony and loggia in "Khrushchev"

Despite its small size, the balcony in the "Khrushchev" may well become both a place to relax and a study. The main thing is to take a responsible approach to the design of the premises and its decoration.

Like all rooms in the "Khrushchev", the balcony is quite compact. Its standard length is 4 meters, and its width varies from 60 to 80 centimeters.

The balcony is simple in design. This is a platform fixed on beams with low railings. The loggia differs from it in that, in fact, it is an independent room built into the room. The loggia does not protrude beyond the facade of the building and has its own ceiling. In addition, it can support more weight than a conventional balcony. As a rule, loggias are more spacious than balconies.

Before you start decorating a room, you should draw up a full-fledged project, as well as glaze and insulate the room. This will allow you to determine in advance what budget should be allocated for repairs, and will significantly speed up the process of arranging an additional room.

There are two most popular types of glazing for "Khrushchev" balconies: cold and warm. The main advantage of cold glazing is the ease of construction. That is why this option is popular among the owners of "Khrushchev" houses. The aluminum profile, which is used to decorate the balcony, is highly durable and resistant to mechanical damage. The disadvantage of this type of glazing is that in the cold season the temperature on the balcony is very low and practically does not exceed the outside temperature.

Warm glazing is an option for those who want to increase the useful area of ​​the apartment... Multi-chamber double-glazed windows make the room cozy. Therefore, you can spend time there not only in summer, but also in autumn or winter. The disadvantages of such structures include their heavy weight and high cost. Therefore, when renovating an apartment, not everyone chooses this option.

When planning a glazing of a balcony, it is important to choose a high-quality frame material. Each of the popular options has its own characteristics.

1. Plastic... High-quality metal-plastic is used by those who choose warm glazing of balconies. It weighs quite a lot. But at the same time, such a material has high thermal insulation properties.
2. Wood... It is an environmentally friendly natural material of high quality. Wooden frames look nice. But at the same time, a wooden frame needs regular maintenance. Without it, it quickly loses its visual appeal and becomes less durable.
3. Aluminum... This material weighs little and is of high quality and durability. It is used for cold glazing of balconies.

Many apartment owners also choose frameless glazing. But it does not suit everyone. After all, such structures are much more difficult to mount.

Having finished with the glazing of the balcony, you can proceed to its insulation. You can use different materials for this.

1. Mineral wool. This is a simple budget insulation that is often used to decorate balconies and loggias.The disadvantages of this material include the fact that it is possible to insulate the room with mineral wool only in a special protective suit. In addition, a high-quality vapor barrier must be installed on both sides of the base material. When wet, cotton wool becomes unusable and loses all its useful properties.
2. Styrofoam... Such material is also inexpensive. The balcony, insulated with foam, looks stylish and minimalistic. The disadvantage of this material is its flammability. Therefore, if it is planned to supply electricity to the balcony, you need to take care of compliance with all fire safety rules.
3. Expanded polystyrene... It is a more durable and rigid material. It can be used to insulate both a dressing room or a pantry, as well as a place to rest.
4. Penofol... This material is usually used to insulate loggias with thick parapets. It is lightweight and protects the premises well from the cold even in autumn and winter.

A good way of additional heating is to install an underfloor heating system on the balcony or loggia.

Another important stage of the renovation is finishing the balcony walls.... Most often, high-quality is used for this. wooden lining... It can be used to decorate a room both outside and inside. Wooden lining looks attractive and has excellent thermal insulation properties. In addition, this material is completely safe for the environment and for people. Therefore, it can be used to decorate a recreation area or a children's bed. For the interior cladding of the balcony, oak, ash, pine or spruce wood is most often used.

Buy for finishing balconies and plastic panels. The main advantage of such a finishing material is its attractive appearance. On the market you can find panels with interesting prints, as well as laminated products. A significant disadvantage of this finishing option is that the plastic panels are quite fragile and unstable to mechanical damage.

You can also sheathe balcony walls MDF boards or drywall.

Having finished with the main repair work, you can start choosing the style that will be used when decorating a balcony or loggia.

To make the most of the small balcony space, no need to litter it with unnecessary things. A small room, made in the style of minimalism, seems more spacious and bright. When decorating the floor and walls, high-quality light wood is usually used. The furniture for this room is selected compact. It is best when choosing to pay attention to things that can perform several functions at once. For example, convertible sofas or poufs with storage space.

You can renovate a room for little money by choosing a loft style for decorating the room. It is popular with young people. To decorate a small balcony in this style, materials such as natural wood, stone and tiles are used. It is perfect for classrooms and creative areas.

This style can be used when decorating a cozy seating area on your balcony or loggia.... Indoor walls can be finished with light materials in pastel colors. Lightweight furniture is suitable for decorating a room. You can use simple chairs and tables made of rattan or wood. On such a balcony there is a place for a lot of greenery and handmade ornaments.

The appearance of the balcony largely depends on how the additional free space will be used. There are many options now. Some are more suitable for young couples, others for larger families.

Traditionally, the free space on the balcony is used to accommodate those things that are rarely used.To make the storage area look neat and modern, you need to properly organize the free space in this small room. To do this, you can use:

• cabinets;
• open and closed shelves;
• hangers;
• containers;
• dressers.

Preference should be given to functional furniture.... For example, ottomans with a place where you can hide your shoes, as well as hinged shelves that do not take up much free space.

There is not much free space in the small five-story "Khrushchev" building. Therefore, the additional room can be used to create a comfortable seating area.... It is quite simple to arrange such a simple room. You just need to allocate space for a small sofa, a couple of armchairs and a table.

Simple decorative details will help make the room more comfortable.: flowers in beautiful tubs, blankets, pillows, family photos. If the balcony is well insulated, it will be possible to spend free time there with family and friends at any time of the year.

If a family of several people lives in a small apartment, the balcony can be used as a sleeping place. It can be combined with a bedroom, or equipped with a separate room there. Both family members and guests will be able to sleep there.

It is best to install a comfortable sofa or folding chair on a small balcony.... Such furniture will definitely not take up a lot of extra space. It should be installed against the wall. Nearby you can find a place for a small table or sideboard.

On the glazed and insulated balcony, you can arrange a small garden. There will be a place not only for flowers in tubs, but also for useful plants. Large pots can be grown for mint, basil, thyme, and tomatoes or peppers. The main thing is to feed them correctly and water them regularly.

Plants can be arranged in different ways. Some of them are set on the floor or on shelves in tubs, some are planted in hanging pots. If desired, you can also arrange a vertical garden or a beautiful green wall indoors. The main thing is not to install too many flower pots on the balcony so that the load on it is not too great.

There is a place on the loggia or balcony for a cozy office. Such an interesting solution will appeal to both people who work from home and schoolchildren or students. When arranging such a room, the old open balcony must first of all be well insulated and glazed. It is important to use high-quality soundproofing materials for finishing the balcony. In this case, nothing will interfere with work in such a home office.

The interior of the room should be decorated in light colors. For wall decoration, brickwork or wood paneling is best. You should not use a large amount of furniture when decorating a workspace.

This option is great for decorating a balcony adjacent to the kitchen or living room. To equip the dining area on the loggia, a minimum amount of furniture is used. As a rule, a small table and several chairs are installed there. You can also place a narrow sofa or several ottomans against the wall. It is best to decorate such a room in Provence or country style. This will make it more comfortable.

When arranging a small room for children, the first step is to insulate the loggia and make sure that the room is completely safe for the child. The balcony space can be used in different ways.

For example, you can equip a small playroom there. There is enough space for installing the wall bars, shelves for storing your favorite toys and books.In the center of the mini-room, there will also be a place for games, which is best covered with a soft carpet.

If there is very little space in the apartment, the balcony can be arranged as a sleeping place for your child. In this case, next to the wall, you will need to put a small bed, and on the contrary - a chest of drawers for clothes and things. In addition, in such a room, you can also allocate a place for the desktop, where the child will do homework or create some kind of crafts.

People who are creative also need personal space to pursue their hobbies. The balcony room is very suitable for this purpose, because it is light and cozy.

In this case, the main place is reserved for a work table, easel or sofa with shelves located next to it. When decorating such a room, it is important to take care of the choice of high-quality lighting fixtures. There should be several light sources in such a room.

To understand how to make even the smallest balcony in the "Khrushchev" cozy and beautiful, you can focus on ready-made examples.

The small room, decorated in white and green, looks stylish and modern. It has a place for both relaxation and storage. All the necessary things can be folded into a compact chest of drawers, as well as ottomans with folding seats. And on open surfaces there is room for small flower pots.

A narrow balcony made in light colors can be used as a library or workspace. High shelves take up all the free space from floor to ceiling. There you can store not only books and the necessary documentation, but also beautiful flower pots.

Instead of a desktop in such a room, an ordinary window sill is used. A chair with a soft seat can be placed next to it.

This balcony is lined with a lot of things. But, since all the details used to decorate the room are perfectly combined with each other, it does not seem cluttered. The balcony, made in white and beige, looks cozy and is suitable for both creative activities and gatherings with friends.

Such interesting stylistic solutions will appeal to even the most demanding person.