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When it comes to apartments, selling one without a balcony can prove troublesome, since most people want at least some outdoor space, even if itu2019s just to step out onto or grow some potted plants on. The same applies to any property without a yard or garden, in fact, and a well-designed and professionally constructed balcony will always add value to a property, and certainly make it more desirable to buyers.<br><br>
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When it comes to apartments, selling one without a balcony can prove troublesome, since most people want at least some outdoor space, even if it’s just to step out onto or grow some potted plants on. The same applies to any property without a yard or garden, in fact, and a well-designed and professionally constructed balcony will always add value to a property, and certainly make it more desirable to buyers. However, creating a balcony that is unusable will detract from a property’s value and end up being a complete waste of money and effort. So, here are some tips and considerations for designing and building a balcony that you can actually use, and which will make your home more desirable:
Noise levels If your balcony is going to be above a noisy street, it may only be used at quiet times of the day, in which case a small, standing room one will suffice. How windy will it be? If your balcony is going to be on a high floor, consider having a recessed balcony (set into the surrounding wall), or protect the sides with a cantilevered balconies and full height glass, or, a fully enclosed one.
Keeping it shaded While it can be nice to step out and bathe in the warmth on a sunny day, direct sunlight isn’t usually welcome on a balcony, so consider the positioning of your balcony and whether you’ll need patio blinds for protection. How does it need to be? A 2-foot balcony depth allows for one or two people to stand on it, while a 3-foot one gives space for two people to sit for coffee, and a 6-footer gives space for four people sitting around a table. A deeper balcony is most useful for entertaining and hosting larger groups of people, so carefully consider what size you need, as naturally, the bigger you go, the higher the cost.
Privacy issues While not always an issue with balconies, it can become problematic when two buildings are facing each other closely, and you might want to have opaque railings or dense latticework fitted. Added protection A partially recessed balcony is ideal, as you get better protection from the elements while still achieving a 180-degree view, and transparent railings give you better visibility while sitting, which is important on many high floor balconies, as eye level views may be minimal.
Where should the balcony be situated? Balconies that can be easily accessed from the lounge or kitchen will always be more inviting, especially for guests and visitors, and are typically used more than bedroom balconies. What about the view? A view should be seen as an added bonus, as most balconies are used for people to get outside while still being at home, so don’t worry too much about what can be seen from it.
Balconies are definitely an attractive add-on for any property, just make sure that you have it professionally designed and constructed, so that it adds, not detracts, from your property’s value. RZ Construction Group Inc is a fully inclusive general and paving contractor in Astoria NY. From initial design to final clean up, our results speak for themselves. We are fully licensed, insured, and bonded to provide both commercial and residential construction services to customers in Astoria and the surrounding area. Proud to serve New York State for 25 years. No job is too small nor too big. If you are looking for paving contractor in Queens NY or want to know more about our wide range of professional but affordable construction and repair services, reach out to us at (718) 938-9887.
