bought in the furniture stores here, is the perfect
centerpiece – you can drape it with mosquito
netting or muslin, and arrange lamps or candles to
give it the perfect night-time appearance.
Plants and flowers are also extremely useful
elements on a terrace – but limited space means
you’ll have to choose carefully. Consider one or two
small trees in oversized pots if you have the space,
and a wall-mounted trellis can also be a stunning
addition. While buying plants pay particular
attention to texture and fragrance – the heady
aroma of honeysuckle or jasmine on the evening air
can make your terrace into a truly magical place.
Furnishings on terraces will be, generally, far
All equipment meets EU safety standards
more protected than those that spend their
lifetimes in the garden. Accordingly, you can
concentrate on style and comfort rather than
durability. However, remember that they will be
subjected to the sun’s full heat for much of the
day, so either choose sun-proof materials or plan
to have a elegantly faded furnishings – a choice
that can really work in a much-loved home.
Wicker and cane are perfect materials for
outdoor furnishings, providing natural colourings
and inviting patterns, as well as great comfort.
Complement them with cushions and throws that
set your terrace off with their colours and textures,
but remember to set aside space indoors for
bringing these inside at night – dew, the dust
brought by calimas and other airborne pollution can
quickly besmirch your soft furnishings.
If you’re planning to do plenty of entertaining on
your terrace, you may have to sacrifice loungability
for practicality, using more compact chairs and a
small table. A barbecue will also take up more
space, so should be well-planned for in advance.
And don’t forget your floor – the majority of
balconies and terraces on the island will be tiled
with easily washable, durable materials. However,
you can really make a statement by reflooring your
terrace using mosaic tiles, or even installing
functional wooden decking.
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The Gazette | January 2015 | 109