A balcony is a platform that projects from the wall of a building. A balcony is supported by walls or console brackets and is enclosed within a balustrade. It's a word with roots: There are the Italian words: Balcone and Scaffold. There are the German words: Balcho, Beam & Balketta. Notably, the German word Balketta is probably cognate with the Persion word: بالكانه pronounced bālkāneh and/or its archaic variant: پالكانه pronounced pālkāneh.
Traditional Maltese balconies are extensions of the building that protrude from the building's wall, some more than others. Modern balconies differ in design from the original ones; baroque-style architecture inspired in the 17th century. Juliet balconies are also known as Juliet guarding and part of the building. Some facings on these types of balconies above the ground floor may include aesthetic enhancements commonly referred to as a baluster or a balustrade.
Planning to convert your apartment balcony into a comfortable living space?
City apartment dwellers who crave nature can create a green balcony wall that mimics or embodies an element of nature. While faux greenery doesn't require much maintenance, the natural variety of greenery breathes oxygen into the space. The naturally growing wall vines provides fresh air and reduces wall surface temperatures. Vibrant greenery of wall vines creates visual interest in balcony walls, while offering a habitat for birds and wildlife.
Subtle string lighting could brighten a balcony especially during the evening.
Awnings provide a welcoming source of shade for balconies facing the sun.
Planning to purchase balcony flooring? Below are a few links for your review.
Synthetic Artificial Grass Turf
Realistic Fake Grass (looks real)
Wood Interlocking Deck Tiles
Popular choices for balcony flooring may include artificial turf rugs & runners, synthetic artificial grass turf, ceramic tiles, decking tiles, natural stone, patterned concrete flooring with stencil art, porcelain tiles, terracotta tiles with a matte finish, wood tiles and other surfaces impervious to outdoor elements.
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