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Benefits of outdoor spaces at home

Written in 10/05/20 · Reading time: 3 minutes
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People living in apartments and houses with balconies, terraces, or gardens know it very well: having outdoor spaces in one's own home unquestionably improves the quality of life for its inhabitants. And it's not just about size, features, or decor; these cherished areas offer us multiple benefits. If you're thinking of moving to a new apartment, we highly recommend considering them when choosing.

Benefits of terraces, gardens, and balconies

  • Increased natural lighting: Access to balconies and terraces are often provided with large glass windows that allow more natural light to enter the home, thus improving its energy efficiency. Moreover, aesthetically, spaces that are well-lit naturally are perceived as warmer, more spacious, and comfortable. And most importantly, natural light affects our quality of life by strengthening our immune system, balancing our sleep cycles, contributing to greater concentration, improving our visual health, and increasing the production of serotonin which leads to a state of increased vitality and better mood.
  • Increased natural lighting: Access to balconies and terraces are often provided with large glass windows that allow more natural light to enter the home, thus improving its energy efficiency. Moreover, aesthetically, spaces that are well-lit naturally are perceived as warmer, more spacious, and comfortable. And most importantly, natural light affects our quality of life by strengthening our immune system, balancing our sleep cycles, contributing to greater concentration, improving our visual health, and increasing the production of serotonin which leads to a state of increased vitality and better mood.
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  • They favor the presence of plants: We all know that plants bring multiple health benefits, among them, they help us purify the air thanks to their photosynthesis process, absorbing carbon dioxide from the environment and converting it into oxygen. Moreover, they can help us reduce stress, reconnect us with nature, and provide us with a good dose of joy. Balconies and terraces allow us to have a perfect space to place our own little garden or even, for the handier among us, a small urban vegetable garden.
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But it's not all about practical matters. Having an outdoor space at home also means having an extra plot for enjoyment and relaxation. A nice breakfast on the terrace, a dinner shared with friends and family in the garden, or a moment of disconnection reading a book on the home balcony, are unique moments that can help us forget the hectic daily pace and even escape from accumulated stress.

Residential buildings with outdoor community areas

In addition to private spaces, more and more buildings are incorporating outdoor common areas. Solariums, swimming pools, playgrounds, or landscaped areas become valuable places capable of providing us with great benefits.

Oasis of tranquility: Even if you are in the middle of the big city, having a garden in the same residential building that allows for a stroll, enjoying a family game afternoon, or relaxing whenever desired, surrounded by greenery, undoubtedly helps to clear both body and mind.

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Swimming pools, sun decks, and green areas become spaces where a myriad of recreational outdoor activities can be carried out, helping to break the routine we often find ourselves immersed in. Furthermore, the types of activities that take place in the common areas of residential zones allow for the forging of friendships with the people we are surrounded by on a daily basis, enhancing our social dynamics and those of our family.

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