The Balconie is a product you generally don't know about until you stumble upon it. Yet, its logic is simple. Here's what it is, how it works, and why it changes how a balcony is used.
Among those who discover the Balconie, many have the same reaction: why did no one think of this before? The answer is simple: someone did think of it, and that's Extra Terrasse. The concept was obvious once you saw it, yet absent from the balcony furniture market.
The concept: a rail-attachable table
The Balconie is, in its simplest definition, a balcony table that attaches directly to the railing. Not on the floor, not against the wall: on the railing. By attaching to the railing, it creates a usable horizontal surface without placing anything on the floor. The balcony floor remains entirely clear. In a two or three square meter space, this is a major change in how the space is occupied.
How it works in practice
Installing the Balconie requires no tools or drilling. It attaches to the railing with a system of adjustable hooks that adapt to different railing profiles and thicknesses: flat, round, square, metal. Once in place, it is stable and fixed. It is as easy to remove as it is to install, which is a real advantage for tenants.
What type of balcony is it for?
The Balconie is designed for compact urban balconies, especially Haussmannian balconies with their wrought iron railings. But it works on a wide variety of configurations. Narrow balconies benefit the most, as freeing up floor space has the greatest impact there. Medium-sized balconies also find it useful for creating an additional service surface without cluttering.
What it truly brings to daily life
The Balconie is not just a decorative accessory. It changes concrete habits. A coffee enjoyed outside in the morning instead of standing with nowhere to put anything down. An end-of-day drink placed securely rather than precariously balanced. A light meal outside that doesn't require pulling out an end table from behind the door. These small moments, made more easily accessible, often make the difference between a balcony you actually use and a balcony you look at from inside.
Balconie or classic table: the essential difference
A classic balcony table sits on the floor. It is there permanently, takes up space, and obstructs circulation even when no one is using it. The Balconie operates on the opposite logic. It is always available, but it does not occupy the floor. The railing becomes the natural support point, at the right height for standing use or sitting on a high stool. And when not in use, it blends into the decor without getting in the way.
In summary
The Balconie is a balcony table attached to the railing, installed without drilling, and reversible at any time. It frees up floor space, simplifies everyday moments, and adapts to most urban balconies. Once you have one, you wonder why you didn't have it sooner.