Design of a hall with a balcony in Khrushchev: 24 examples of organizing space with photos

Closed balcony

• Balcony glazing can be of two types:
• Cold;
• Warm.

In the first case, an aluminum profile is used. For warm glazing, an aluminum profile with a thermal insert, natural wood or PVC is used.

The cold type is ideal for those balconies and loggias whose design does not allow the use of additional loads. This type is most often used in Khrushchev buildings. Insulation in this case is not required. Installation of such frames is simple and cost-effective.

Warm glazing will make the balcony an “extension of the apartment”: the temperature in it will be the same as in the rest of the house, even in winter. It is worth considering that warm frames will add load to the balcony, so they cannot be used in fragile structures.

Glazing can also be partial or panoramic. With partial or classic, the lower part of the parapet remains closed. This type of glazing is more common.

Panoramic glazing is just coming into fashion; the entire parapet is glazed, and forged grilles are located on the lower part for safety. They simultaneously perform a protective function and play the role of decoration. According to the type of opening, window sashes can be rotary, sliding or tilt-and-turn.

Nowadays, the practice of installing plastic windows is widespread. They are durable, sealed, easy to use, have good sound insulation and are easy to install. However, wood is not a thing of the past, thanks to its main advantage: the presence of natural micropores that allow the room to “breathe”, eliminating air stagnation.

Features of creating an interior

Regardless of the purpose of the room and its design style, it is recommended to adhere to the following rules:

1. Light colors. On the balcony, light colors allow you to visually expand the space. Bright elements will be a wonderful addition to the interior.
2. Floor materials. They should be durable, lightweight and easy to maintain. You need to lay it across to make the balcony seem wider.
3. Selection of lamps. Lighting fixtures should not be bulky. The optimal solution would be to install spotlights.
4. Furniture. Shelves, chairs, a sofa, armchairs and a wardrobe for a Khrushchev balcony should be compact and comfortable. Bulky furniture has no place on the balcony.

Flowers are an excellent addition to the interior, creating an atmosphere of comfort and coziness.
Additionally, you can decorate the room with soft pillows, small pictures and other decorative elements. Finishing options should suit the taste of the owner. To ensure a stylish design, durability and strength of the finish, you should entrust repair work to professionals. You need to know this: What is the permissible load on the loggia? What is important to consider during repair work.

Design ideas

So, finishing an open balcony in a Khrushchev building begins with glazing. It is better to use metal-plastic structures for it . This will create optimal conditions for your stay. High-quality glazing makes it possible to turn an ordinary balcony into an area that can be used for various purposes. So, here you can arrange:

• greenhouse;
• recreation area;
• study.

To bring to life the planned design of a balcony in a Khrushchev-era building, you need to approach the arrangement of the space correctly.

Greenhouse

Arranging a greenhouse on the balcony will be the best solution for people who love flowers. An option for such design should be provided at the finishing stage. This will create optimal conditions for further development. Here you need to complete the following tasks:

1. Install a wide window sill. This must be done at the stage of glazing the structure. The presence of such a window sill will create enough space for arranging pots with plants.
2. On blank walls under the finishing, make additional embeds from timber. This will allow you to secure pots or shelves for pots here in the future.
3. Attach blinds to the windows. With their help you can regulate the amount of natural light. In extreme heat, blinds will protect plants from the sun's rays.

In addition, the method of finishing the structure is important. A good solution would be to use wooden panels , as well as artificial or natural stone. This will add naturalness to the space.

Important! Balcony structures without glazing are less functional. Therefore, you should seriously think about installing warm window structures.

Rest zone

If the space will be used for relaxation, then special attention should be paid to the size and set of furniture. If it is not possible to purchase structures of the required size, then you can make them yourself. So, an ottoman would be a good option. The furniture has a fairly simple design. The interior of a small balcony with an ottoman will look very cozy.

To make it you will need two sheets of plywood and a beam that will serve as supports.
The height of the ottoman must be calculated so that it is possible to arrange drawers for storing things or a table.
You can also use a simpler option. If the interior is decorated in an oriental style, then it will be enough to simply lay out a few pillows on the floor.

You can also install a bench with a hidden storage box or a small chair on the balcony. When arranging, do not forget about techniques for visually expanding space. To do this, it is better to use furniture with light finishes.

Mini office

Often the balcony is used as a work area. You can set up a small office on it. Of course, it cannot compare with a full-fledged room. But despite this, this arrangement option has many advantages. In a separate room, no one will interfere with your work, and natural lighting will create optimal conditions for this.

Particular attention should be paid to furniture here. It must meet the following requirements:

• compactness;
• ease of use;
• multifunctionality.

Often, balcony furniture is made to order. For this purpose, both ready-made and individual projects are used. Before you make furniture, especially a desk, you need to decide what it will be used for and what will be installed on it.
If the work will be carried out on a laptop computer, then it will be enough to create a folding or retractable table. For stationary office equipment, you will need stationary furniture that has enough space for its installation.

Glazing of a balcony in Khrushchev

A glazed balcony that has walls on two or more sides is also called a loggia. Glazing involves insulation so that the future room is not cold. The choice of building materials and type of double-glazed window depends on the functionality of the loggia.

Main use cases:

• The balcony is like a storage room. To do this, it is necessary to insulate the space, especially if food storage is intended, because a loggia in a Khrushchev-era building does not require heating.

• Balcony as a workplace. To organize this type of space, it is worth using frames with sound insulation, and choosing balcony doors with handles on both sides.

• Balcony as part of the room. If it is part of the kitchen, then you can place a dining area in it, or organize a place to store kitchen utensils and products, which will remove some of the load from the small kitchen area. When the loggia becomes part of the bedroom or living room, you should especially pay attention to the insulation and quality of the double-glazed windows. To prevent the room from being cold, it is worth using two-chamber or three-chamber double-glazed windows, preferably with additional sound insulation.

Cost of glazing and turnkey finishing

Repair is a very expensive undertaking, even if only a separate part of the apartment is subject to it.

Many apartment owners in Khrushchev-era apartment buildings are interested in how much money will be needed to invest in converting an open balcony into a closed one and putting it in order.

Average cost of glazing a balcony in a Khrushchev building in Moscow:

Companies with their own production and engaged in glazing Khrushchev buildings:

• Balcony Factory
• PVC window factory
• Windows Dentro
• Fortali windows

Prices depend on many factors. For example, the strength of the slab is of great importance. Sometimes it is in such a deplorable state that it is pointless to strengthen it. In this case, replacement will be required, and this will entail large investments and take a lot of time.

When planning a merger, financial issues can also become decisive. The implementation of the project will cost a significant amount, so the home owner needs to be prepared for such expenses. It is necessary to provide for such points as the cost of legalizing the redevelopment, the cost of materials, and the payment of workers.