Faux Balconies - French balcony - Balconette or Juliet
- a type of balcony limited only to the balcony window and balustrade. A decorative railing can be used as a decorative element of the facade. It is impossible to go out on the French balcony or place garden furniture on it. Instead, you can open a large balcony window and enjoy the outside views from your living room.
What is a French balcony called?
A French balcony is also known as a balconette or Juliet (or Juliette) balcony after the classic balcony scene in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. This is a simple balustrade that allows an upper-level window to open to the floor safely.
What is the point of a French balcony?
Their main purpose is to provide the feel of a true balcony without the expense or upkeep. The most basic French balcony is little more than a grating or railing stretched across glass doors. There is usually a bit of clearance all around, but not any functional deck space.