Black wrought iron from the top of the glass "fence" to the ceiling of the balcony would be pretty. The contractor will know how far apart to install the WI for safety. I wouldn't have any fancy WI design, just plain. The WI could also be installed horizontally. Extending the glass would be pretty, too! If the area was fully enclosed you could keep the french doors open more often and incorporate this balcony area into your living space year round. Also it would keep out dust and wind and rain & would be easier to keep clean, maybe there could be a vent for fresh air when the weather was nice. Could you talk to someone who has enclosed their balcony for more information? Depending on the sun exposure, you might need screening, too. The furniture & colors should harmonize with your living room. Ask your family what they might use the balcony for. If to sit and enjoy the view and plants, you will want one type of furnishing and if to eat on the balcony you'll need a table and chairs, too. This is a cute balcony arrangement, but I do not know how comfortable the little WI chairs would be: http://lh4.ggpht.com/_t8-Y4w1UKrc/Sa9w-hXyEeI/AAAAAAAAVrc/hb9dAYdw59c/s1600-h/image%5B45%5D.png

first of all, Thank you guys for those valuable inputs. yes, as far as cleaning goes, its just been finished installing and I have asked them to clean them up. And also, I observed that the frosting on the glass didn't look that good, so I am going for the filming on certain portions of the doors n windows. - Is there a particular quality of films that I may choose for this ? - Yes, lighting is definitely the criteria I had in mind which can bring up the finish to this. And i am worried about this , as I did not go for False Roofing, bcos the ceiling is already at a low height. I should really refine my ideas on the lighting part. - the stairs are floored with white Marble stone..My mom loves it and the matting on it might hinder its beauty, but yes I will surely consider that as well. Thank you again.

Hi Ashish, You can opt for any of the following options - 1] Frame the L- shaped junction of the wall and beam/ceiling with a wooden frame similar to your handrail and fix glass into it as shown in the image below. 2] Alternatively, you can go for other options like a jali or rafters to secure the opening and complete the look. Like this - Doing this would provide an enclosure to the staircase and give you some storage space below the landing as shown below. Conceal the space with a veneer finished door and a handle and you are good to go. You may store hardware items, gas cylinder, gardening equipment etc. or convert it into a wine cellar if you like. All the best! Regards, RnD Atelier Nagpur

Hello there, You need to consult with your architect first for an elevation design We would recommend concrete and steel slats for the balcony rails and roofs along with fibre cement wooden textured boards. Stair room could be in a geometric fashion of glass and concrete along with ACP panelling. Accentuated/ textured natural stone wall with appropriate illumination Regards, Aurum Ideas and Spaces Bhubaneswar