Looking to spruce up your outdoor space for spring without breaking the bank? I’ve narrowed down the best things from IKEA in 2023 to give your patio a refresh! All of these items work perfectly for an apartment balcony with limited space. Read on to see my top picks!
1. ASKHOLMEN Plant Stand
This plant stand sits in a corner, meaning it will fit perfectly in your small space. Grab a few outdoor plants to fill it up, and bring some greenery to your outdoor space without making it feel cluttered.
2. RUNNEN Decking
This flooring is absolutely perfect to cover up imperfect floors of a rental balcony. It just snaps together, giving your outdoor space an instant, but not permanent, upgrade. Tip: use this flooring to section off different areas of a small balcony, like a dining or lounging spot. This is a great way to visually create a larger space with multiple areas.
3. NÄMMARÖ Bar Table
This is the perfect outdoor table for a small space. Place the table against a wall or railing of your balcony, and put two stools on the same side. Such a cool and unique look for a patio while saving so much space! This is probably my favourite IKEA patio item available this year.
4. ASKHOLMEN Flower box with Trellis
This flower box with a trellis is the perfect way to add greenery to a small balcony without taking up too much floor space. Like the corner plant shelf, this a great way to utilize vertical space. Plus trellises are so trendy right now! Plant some ivy and watch your Instagram worthy outdoor jungle take off.
5. NÄMMARÖ Storage Shelf
This storage shelf is perfect for your patio, especially if you have anything to store outside that might be a bit unsightly. The storage unit has cupboards on the bottom, meaning you can hide away some potting soil, garden tools, or other things that might detract from your patio’s aesthetic. And there’s lots of room on top for some cute decor or plants!
6. SOMMARLÅNKE Patio Lights
No patio is complete without lighting. Try this adorable set of string lights to light up your balcony! Hang them along the roof if you have one, along the top of a wall, or along your railing to bring you balcony a cozy vibe. You could even drape these around the top of a shelf. String lights are a patio staple!
7. KORSNING Rug
This rug is my favourite outdoor rug from IKEA in 2023. It is colourful and fun without being over the top. Just make sure you measure your space before you purchase this rug!
8. VITLÖK Balcony Flower Box
This flower box is the perfect way to bring some greenery to a small balcony. It clips on to the balcony railing, so your flowers can get some sun without taking up any of your limited balcony floor space.
9. GRÄSMARÖ Gardening Set
This adorable gardening set caught my eye immediately while searching through the IKEA website. SO cute while also being functional! If you don’t have room in your outdoor space to store a whole collection of gardening tools, this sweet set would definitely cover the basics without taking up too much of your valuable storage space.
10. FÅLSKÄR Coffee table
How cute is this coffee table? It is perfect for your outdoor space because in addition to looking great, it is also practical; it can be used as a storage basket as well as a table! Store your outdoor blankets/ extra patio cushions in here for easy access.
11. BEFÄSTA Lantern
Okay, this one might not be as practical for small spaces, because it will need a surface sit on. But if you have the space, how could you resist this gorgeous lantern? If string lights aren’t your style, light up your patio with a more mature look instead. This gorgeous lantern has a very sleek vibe, and will bring a cozy and romantic ambience to your outdoor space.
Ready to update your balcony? Check out our list of the best layouts for small balconies.
