{
  "id": 4457574,
  "title": "Sonakshi Sinha’s balcony feels like a resort; designers explain why",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/sonakshi-sinhas-balcony-feels-like-a-resort-designers-explain-why",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-30T16:30:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express - Lifestyle",
    "slug": "the-indian-express-lifestyle",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/sonakshi-sinhas-balcony-feels-like-a-resort-designers-explain-why-10855727/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sonakshi Sinha and her husband have transformed their balcony in Bandra, Mumbai into a resort-like outdoor living space. The key to its inviting atmosphere lies in the thoughtful design elements such as a sunken seating area, warm lighting, plants, textured walls, and bright yellow-orange upholstery. Their balcony is more than just a place to catch some fresh air; it feels like a comfortable room with no roof. The low-height seating, sunken layout, and restrained material palette create an informal and relaxed ambiance, making it feel like an extension of their home rather than an afterthought. According to designers, this balcony trend is becoming increasingly popular in premium homes, as it allows homeowners to enjoy the benefits of open air, natural light, and greenery in crowded urban settings. The Ficci-Anarock Consumer Sentiment Survey reveals that 75% of property seekers now prioritize homes with balconies, not just for their aesthetic appeal but also for their functionality, sustainability, and seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces. With features like smart lighting, flexible furniture, and even vertical gardens, balconies have evolved into a valuable part of modern living spaces.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Sonakshi Sinha's Mumbai balcony designed like a resort",
    "Features include sunken seating, warm lighting, plants",
    "Balcony trend popular in premium homes for functionality"
  ],
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        "outlet": "The Indian Express",
        "title": "Sonakshi Sinha’s balcony feels like a resort; designers explain why",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/sonakshi-sinhas-balcony-feels-like-a-resort-designers-explain-why-4463037",
        "published": "2026-08-30T16:30:06.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}