Bar counter on the balcony: location options, design, countertop materials, decor

Pros and cons

When installing a bar counter, there are many nuances to consider.

How to position the bar counter?

The location of the bar counter depends on the area of ​​the balcony, its type and glazing. Install a bar counter if the balcony or loggia is glazed and insulated. The height varies as you wish. The structure can be placed both on the loggia and between the room and the balcony. The rack can serve as a partition or a full replacement for the table. It can become an extension of the kitchen space or an independent bar.

Instead of a balcony block

If you have a small apartment or studio, use space instead of a balcony block. Combining the living area with a balcony will add free space. When dismantling the balcony block, install the bar counter. Leave room for passage. The shape can be angular, semicircular or L-shaped, when choosing, rely on your preferences.

The photo shows the option of installing a rack instead of a balcony block. The worktop matches the rest of the kitchen unit.

On the balcony from the windowsill

The most common option is to install a bar counter inside the balcony in place of the window sill. You can make it directly from the window sill or install a new countertop by making it foldable. The converted window sill is suitable for those who value the functionality of every square meter in the apartment.

In the photo, an option for decorating a counter from a windowsill, complemented by a high bar stool with a footrest.

In the opening between the room and the balcony

This option will replace the wall in the kitchen or living room, if only it is not load-bearing. The dimensions of the room will increase, it will become much brighter. The bar counter will be accessible both from the side of the balcony and from the side of the room. The structure can be fully used as a dining table. It is not necessary to completely dismantle the wall, you can make an arch out of it, marking the passage to the balcony. It will serve as an additional accent in the interior. A two-level form is suitable for this design.

On the loggia by the window

If the apartment does not have enough space for a bar counter, install it by the window on the loggia. The shape can be either straight or with rounded corners.The angular design will increase the number of seats.

The photo shows the option of installing a wooden bar counter on a loggia with panoramic glazing. Bar stools with a footrest are matched to the set.

Design and shapes of bar counters for the loggia

Modern design assumes any shape. When choosing, you should rely on the dimensions of the loggia or balcony, the general concept of the apartment and your taste. The foldable form is compact and can be used as needed. This function allows you to use the space along the wall when the rack is not tilted. This option is suitable for small apartments or studios.

For large apartments, semicircular, curved or streamlined structures are suitable. Due to the lack of corners, they are safe and easy to use. Rounded corners are another safe option. It can be L-shaped or angled.

The corner will allow you to make the most of the space by using the corners. Suitable for both small and large apartments, it can be either high or low.

The photo shows an option for installing an L-shaped bar counter with a wooden tabletop. The design is complemented by wooden bar stools.

L-shaped is most often used in the interior. Various options for its installation will allow you to equip the rack anywhere, including in the corner. The two-level design consists of two tabletops located at different heights. The lower countertop is used directly as a bar counter, and the upper one can be used as an additional shelf for storing drinks.

Countertops Material Options

When installing a bar counter, first of all, choose a countertop, taking into account the individual properties of the material and your wishes for appearance.

• Glass. The tempered glass table top is very durable, it is not afraid of temperature extremes, humidity or sunlight. It is easily cleaned of impurities and does not absorb liquid. Glass of any size, shape and color can be made to order. Add stained glass decor to the glass for brightness.
• Wooden. Natural wood looks solid and adds chic to the interior. Wood is used in many styles, but it doesn't come cheap. With the right coating and care, it will last for a long time.
• A rock. A stone countertop will be the strongest and most durable. Use natural marble, granite, or artificial stone.
• Acrylic. If a stone countertop seemed expensive to you, choose acrylic as an alternative. Acrylic does not have micropores, therefore it is resistant to dirt and moisture. In terms of strength, such a tabletop is not inferior to stone or wood, and it will cost much less. You can make an acrylic bar counter of any shape by adding a curly edge or inlay.
• Metal. This material is resistant to both temperature and moisture, and mechanical damage. The metal does not rust, you can make a support or individual parts from it, as well as the tabletop itself.
• Fiberboard / MDF / Chipboard. The advantage of these materials is a large selection of palette and various shapes of countertops. Particleboard is the most budgetary option. However, its service life is much shorter compared to wood, for example. The construction of MDF or fiberboard is of a higher quality; on such plates, you can depict an imitation of wood or marble.

The photo shows an example of a structure installed instead of a balcony block. The surface of the stand is made of natural wood, the base is made of stone.

Think carefully about the look of your countertop and base, they don't have to be made of the same material. Choose it taking into account the size and type of construction.

The photo shows a countertop made of natural stone combined with a sink. The structure is installed instead of a balcony block; it is complemented by chairs of an unusual geometric shape.

The worktop can be made from the same material as other kitchen furniture.

The photo shows the design of a rack with a wooden table top. The design is complemented by a hanging lamp.

Balcony decoration ideas in various styles

You can decorate the bar on the balcony in any style. The main thing is that this space is in harmony with the rest of the room. If the balcony is located next to the kitchen, you can make the counter the same color as the kitchen set. Fiberboard / MDF / particleboard and acrylic will help you with this.

If your apartment or balcony is made in a loft or high-tech style, use metal, wood or stone. Install pendant lights or spots that diffuse soft light. Add metal structures and accents, such as crockery or decorative vase.

The photo shows the interior on the balcony in the loft style. Part of the wooden rack is installed instead of the window sill.

If you have a studio apartment, arrange a balcony in the Art Nouveau or Provence style. A tabletop made of wood or glass of a soft flowing shape will ideally fit into this style. Light accents in the form of lamps and stained glass patterns will help to make the interior on the balcony modern.

Bar counter decor examples

You can equip a bar counter with anything. If open space allows, install a small built-in refrigerator. If you want to use the structure as a bar - attach a wall-mounted glass holder, install additional shelves for storing glasses and dishes, choose comfortable chairs with footrests.

Backlighting plays an important role in decorating the bar counter. Lighting should depend on the style of the structure or the surrounding space. Use spot or track lights, it is possible to run an LED strip along the perimeter of the bar counter.

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The bar counter on the balcony is an opportunity to realize your ideas and make the space around you more functional and comfortable. Remember the general concept of the apartment and take into account all the nuances when installing the bar.