Both have different significance in design depending upon the location, surroundings and the way house is formalized. It is difficult to choose one. Since had to vote for one,........opted for one!!☺

vedikaseth Bombay rains are harsh! The one thing you can do is use flexible covers that work similar to roller blinds, and are transparent which allows the light to enter. There are many companies that offer such a product. Just choose one where the installation is easy and taking down the sheets is not an issue once the rains are over. Do keep in mind however that the water will still enter the balcony, you will simply be reducing the force of rains, and will require a water outlet.

This is shingle roof, its actual pic from my Resort project in Goa

I have included my open to sky dry balcony into my kitchen , so please suggest me best roofing idea for the same . I ve attached the floor plan of the concerned part with highlighted green colour for the walls that I’ve removed. Dimensions : 5’5” x 4’7”