If you want to add some instant charm to the exterior of your home, a Juliet balcony could be just the thing you are looking for. The name is derived from the classic Shakespeare play, Romeo & Juliet after the balcony from which Juliet calls out the famous line, “Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou, Romeo?”

A Juliet balcony has either very little space or no space at all to walk out onto. However, they offer the same effect visually from the outside as a traditional balcony. French doors usually lead out onto them, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the outside and give a space more of a feeling of openness without the spatial requirements of a full-blown balcony.

A Juliet balcony provides a ton of character to a space. Of course, they suit the traditional French style incredibly well (you will find them all over Paris, for example) but they also look great in a variety of other home styles, from traditional to modern facades.

Here are 10 great examples of Juliet balconies and some of the great design possibilities you can explore with them.

Beautiful iron work gives this Juliet balcony an extra flair and brings more character to the small bathroom.
Source: My Design Chic

The wrought iron of the railing below balances nicely with the Juliet balcony above.
Source: Better Homes & Gardens

For a more minimalist look, a streamlined railing that matches the trim will keep things clean and tight aesthetically.
Source: Luxe

For a small home, a Juliet balcony will give your space some breathing room and provide some character to the exterior.
Source: Southern Living

Though this bathroom is small, all the simplicity of design, the window, and the Juliet balcony make it feel very open and breezy.
Source: Architectural Digest

Juliet balconies give the third story a chance to enjoy the coastal view without competing with the larger balcony on the second level.
Source: House Beautiful

The small Juliet balcony above the wrap-around front porch gives this home’s exterior more depth and interest.
Source: Southern Living

These two Juliet balconies help make the space over the garage look less like just the garage and more like part of the home.
Source: Luxe

This minor architectural feature brings so much more character to the exterior of this home.
Source: HGTV

This small living space is made to feel so much more open and grand thanks to the French doors being able to open wide out onto the Juliet balconies and to the city beyond.
Source: Daily Mail

A Juliet balcony brings more than just the benefit of extra character to your home. It can also be highly functional and create a more open flow in a small space.

Warm regards,
Megan