The balcony is normally the least occupied area of the house. It is either a laundry-drying area or a cobweb-gathering forgotten nook. With a little creativity, they can actually end up being the best part of the house to have quality time with the family. Irrespective of the small balcony you have or a larger one, you can do a lot with them. Let’s talk about the ways to turn that into a laughter-gathering area of memories and bonding.
Breakfast with a View
Starting the day with a breakfast outdoors can turn a regular morning into something special. Having a quiet moment of tea while the children eat their cereal bathed in sunlight is a nice way to begin the day. It is not necessary to do anything elaborate—the warmest of cushions, a little table, perhaps a couple of plants to complete the scene. The outdoors is invigorating to the spirits with a positive beginning to the day. Even a piece of plain toast is a delight to eat outdoors.
Storytime Sanctuary
Kids love a little adventure of their own, if that means stepping out onto the balcony. Transform the space into a cozy reading nook with plush throws, large pillows, and a shelf of their favorite books. Reading time is a whole new adventure with the outdoors feeling all about you and the freshness of the air all around you. It’s also a quiet way to unwind at the end of a crazy afternoon. Chances are you’re getting swept away by a fantastic story with them.
Gardening with the Little Green Thumbs
Balconies make brilliant little gardens. Allow the kids to soil their hands growing herbs, flowers, or something as simple as cherry tomatoes. Not only is this a learning exercise about the outdoors, but also something magical about growing plants. You can even work out a watering rota together. It’s a calming activity that teaches them the worth of patience—and something that we could all do with a little of!
Morning Yoga Sessions
If your mornings are usually a crazy rush, try slowing things down with a family yoga session. You don’t need to be an expert. Just a simple stretch and breathing exercises are enough to set a calm mood for the day. With secure glass balustrades, your balcony becomes a safe haven for family activities, from morning yoga sessions to evening stargazing.
Stargazing Adventures
As the night comes to a close, round up blankets and head out to do a little stargazing. No need to have a telescope – a smartphone will do the work of the experts to find the constellations. Something about lying down and looking up at the night sky is soothing. It’s the best chance to have that deeper conversation with the kids that you can’t have with them by day.
Wrapping It Up
Balconies have so much potential if you stop thinking of them as added space. With a little creativity and a lot of deliberate touches, they can serve as the backdrop to very special family moments. So go ahead and have that sunrise tea or gaze out at the stars at night – the best memories are made in the least likely of places.
