Many families want to connect their balconies to their living rooms to create more space and a more spacious living atmosphere. However, it will not be easy to realize this vision. First of all, we need to consider whether to remove the original sliding door, depending on the structure of the door and how well it fits into the overall design. Next, the handling of the buttress is also key, and whether to keep or remove it also needs to be carefully considered. Finally, how to design the balcony and living room after opening up can be both beautiful and practical, which is also a question worthy of in-depth discussion. Today, we will explore these issues in detail to help you realize your home dreams.
01. About sliding doors
Why install a sliding door between the balcony and the living room?
★ The division of space is clearer: Thanks to the clever use of partitions, we can easily separate the balcony from the living room, so that guests don't have to feel embarrassed to welcome guests in the home, even when drying laundry. This design not only ensures the independence of the space, but also enhances the practicality and aesthetics of the home.
★ Warmth and cleanliness of the home: The sliding door not only has the function of protecting against the temperature caused by seasonal changes, but also effectively blocks dust from entering the home, keeping the indoor environment clean and comfortable.
So, if you have a high floor and other balconies dedicated to drying laundry, and the balconies don't face the street, it's a great idea to enclose the balcony and insulate it with broken bridge aluminum. However, if the above conditions are not met, it is recommended to install a sliding door in order to maintain the comfort and practicality of the home.
02. About the door stack
After the sliding door is removed, it will leave the doorstacks on both sides, and if you want the balcony to be fully integrated into the living room, the doorstacks can be removed and removed
The removal of the door buttress also depends on the situation:
- The door stack between the outer balcony and the living room is a load-bearing structure and cannot be removed;
- The buttresses of the inner balcony are removable;
There is also a special situation, that is, there is a half wall between the balcony and the living room, and this wall also has a load-bearing effect and cannot be dismantled
According to the above analysis, there are three main layout methods between the living room and the balcony: one is that there is a door between the balcony and the living room to maintain the independence of the space, the second is that there is a door buttress between the balcony and the living room, which not only divides the area but also keeps it transparent, and the third is that the living room and the balcony are completely opened to form an open shared space. Each layout has its own unique approach to design, but it's important to note that if doors are not installed, balconies will primarily serve a casual function and are less suitable for drying laundry. These factors need to be fully considered in the design to achieve the perfect combination of function and aesthetics.
03. Install a door between the living room and the balcony
When it comes to installing doors directly between the living room and the balcony, sliding doors are favored for their convenience and aesthetics. In particular, the black-framed sliding door, which has attracted much attention in recent years, has a simple and stylish appearance that can complement various styles. However, some people may be concerned that sliding doors will have hygienic dead ends. In response to this concern, we can take the form of a groove in the ground to embed the track into the ground, thus ensuring that the ground is clean and unobstructed, which is both aesthetically pleasing and functional.
Folding doors are also an excellent choice. Compared to sliding doors, folding doors allow the balcony to appear more open and airy when unfolded, and can easily divide the space when folded for perfect privacy. This flexible design not only enhances the practicality of the home, but also adds a modern and fashionable atmosphere.
04. There is a doorbuttress between the living room and the balcony
In this case, we can make clever use of the space behind the door stack to create a full cabinet and thus significantly increase the storage space in the home. Such a design is not only practical, but also makes more efficient use of space, adding a neat and beautiful touch to the home.
05. The living room and the balcony are fully connected
If the living room is limited, the balcony can be turned into an extension of the living room, and a single sofa can be placed to integrate the balcony with the living room to create a more spacious space.
You can also turn your balcony into a place to relax, and design it as you wish, making it the ideal space for relaxation.
Finally, some friends often ask the editor which material is better for the balcony floor, which is summarized as follows:
- Unsealed balconies with sliding doors are made of antiseptic wood or floor tiles;
- Sealed balconies with sliding doors and floor tiles;
- balconies without doors, buttresses, floor tiles or floors;
- And the living room is completely open to the balcony, with the floor.