Modular balcony system with integrated add-ons

Abstract

The present invention provides modular balcony system with integrated add-ons. The modular balcony system has cage-like structure assembled using prefabricated metal profiles, it consists of main frame, or it consists of main frame and upper supplementary frame, or it consists of main frame and lower supplementary frame, or it consists of main frame, upper supplementary frame and lower supplementary frame. All the profiles are in contact with the balcony floor and ceiling through friction seal (7), or through ceiling, floor or wall mounted fasteners, or using the adjustable feet (6). The modular balcony system contains one or more of the following add-ons, in any combination, for example folding chairs (18) and / or folding tables (19), lower solar panel (25), upper solar panel (32), barrier insert, and smart irrigation system.

Description

[0001] Modular Balcony System with integrated add-ons

[0002] Description

[0003] Field of the Invention

[0004] The invention pertains to modular construction systems and smart living solutions for urban balconies. It integrates structural innovation and technological enhancements (solar panels, smart plant watering, and outdoor entertainment systems) designed to maximize the utility of small outdoor spaces, particularly in dense urban environments where permanent modifications are restricted.

[0005] Background of the Invention

[0006] Existing products in the market include folding outdoor furniture and various decorative elements designed for balconies. However, these solutions do not offer a fully integrated modular system specifically designed for balconies.

[0007] No similar solutions from the prior art are known to the applicant. The technical problem to be solved is to provide a balcony frame system which acts as a structural base for interchangeable add-on modules, tailored to individual balcony dimensions and customer preferences.

[0008] Summary of the Invention

[0009] The present invention provides modular balcony system with integrated add-ons. The modular balcony system has cage-like structure assembled using prefabricated metal profiles, it consists of metal profiles of various configurations, namely:

[0010] main frame, or

[0011] main frame and upper supplementary frame, or

[0012] main frame and lower supplementary frame, or

[0013] main frame, upper supplementary frame and lower supplementary frame, or

[0014] ceiling frame and / or middle frame and / or bottom frame. The main frame consists of one outer middle horizontal profile ( 1 ), one inner upper horizontal profile (2), two middle side horizontal profiles (3), two inner vertical profiles (4) and two outer lower vertical profiles (5). The lower ends of each inner vertical profile (4) and each outer lower vertical profile (5) are firmly fixed to the floor of the balcony through static friction loads as a result of the compression loads between the balcony floor and balcony ceiling using the adjustable feet (6) or through floor or wall mounted fasteners. The inner upper horizontal profile (2) is placed under the ceiling of the balcony and its upper side is in contact with the balcony ceiling through friction seal (7) or through ceiling or wall mounted fasteners. Both ends of the inner upper horizontal profile (2) are connected to the upper ends of the two inner vertical profiles (4). The upper ends of the outer lower vertical profiles (5) are connected to both ends of the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and the outer ends of the middle side horizontal profiles (3), the inner ends of the middle side horizontal profiles (3) are connected to inner vertical profiles (4).

[0015] The upper supplementary frame consists of one outer upper horizontal profile (10), two upper side horizontal profiles (11) and two outer upper vertical profiles (9). The lower ends of the outer upper vertical profiles (9) are connected to the triple connection between outer middle horizontal profile ( I ), middle side horizontal profiles (3) and outer lower vertical profiles (5). The upper ends of the outer upper vertical profiles (9) are connected to the double connection between both ends of the outer upper horizontal profile (10) and the outer sides of the upper side horizontal profiles (11). The inner ends of the two upper side horizontal profiles (11) are connected to the double connection between the inner upper horizontal profile (2) and the upper ends of the two inner vertical profiles (4). The outer upper horizontal profile (10) and the upper side horizontal profiles (11) are in contact with the balcony ceiling through friction seal (7) or through ceiling or wall mounted fasteners.

[0016] The lower supplementary frame consists of one outer lower horizontal profile (12) and two lower side horizontal profiles (13). The inner ends of the two lower side horizontal profiles (13) are connected to the lower ends of the two inner vertical profiles (4). The outer ends of the lower side horizontal profiles (13) are connected to the lower ends of the two outer lower vertical profiles (5). Both ends of the outer lower horizontal profile (12) are connected with lower ends of the two outer lower vertical profiles (5).

[0017] Ceiling frame consists of one or more profiles which include one outer upper horizontal profile (10), one inner upper horizontal profile (2) and the two upper side horizontal profiles (11), in case of two, three or four profiles, they are connected to each other. Ceiling frame is attached to the balcony wall (59) or the balcony ceiling through mounted fasteners (60).

[0018] Middle frame consists of one or more profiles which include one outer middle horizontal profile (1) and the two middle side horizontal profiles (3), in case of two or three profiles, they are connected to each other. Middle frame is attached to the balcony wall (59) through mounted fasteners (60).

[0019] Bottom frame consists of one or more profiles which include one outer lower horizontal profile (12), the two lower side horizontal profiles (13) and the two outer lower vertical profiles (5), in case of two or more profiles, they are connected to each other. Bottom frame is attached to the balcony wall (59) or the balcony floor through mounted fasteners (60).

[0020] The connections between all profiles are T-slot type connections (16).

[0021] Each of the following profiles, namely the outer middle horizontal profile (1), two middle side horizontal profiles (3), inner upper horizontal profile (2), inner vertical profiles (4), outer lower vertical profiles (5), outer upper vertical profiles (9), outer upper horizontal profile ( 10), upper side horizontal profiles (11), outer lower horizontal profile (12) and lower side horizontal profiles (13) have flat surface, or they are provided with one or more T or V shaped channel along its length.

[0022] In one embodiment, the main frame is provided with balcony railings (26), located in one or more of the three vertical planes, namely the two side planes between the inner vertical profile (4), middle side horizontal profile (3) and outer lower vertical profile (5) and the front plane between the two outer lower vertical profiles (5) and the outer middle horizontal profile (1). In one embodiment, the modular balcony system includes one or more flower bars (33), located between any of the inner vertical profile (4), outer upper vertical profile (9) and outer lower vertical profile (5).

[0023] The modular balcony system contains one or more of the following add-ons, in any combination.

[0024] One or more folding chairs ( 18) and / or folding tables ( 19), which are connected to the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and / or to the middle side horizontal profiles (3) using a hook (41), mounted on an adjustable fastener (17), located into the T or V shaped channel along their length.

[0025] Lower solar panel (25), which is placed along the outer middle horizontal profile (1), and / or along one or two of the middle side horizontal profiles (3) in adjustable position, relative to the plane, defined by the outer middle horizontal profile (1) the outer lower vertical profiles (5) at angle between 0 and 15 degrees. The lower solar panel (25) is attached to the balcony railing (26), the using a railing hook (31 ), mounted on the balcony railing (26), the railing hook is fastened via hook bolt (21), or it is attached directly to the outer lower vertical profile (5) via corner basket (28), and / or upper profile attachment (29), and / or lower profile attachment (30), The lower solar panel is equipped with telescopic swivel arm (24), located between the lower end of the lower solar panel (25) and the lower end of the mounting frame (23).

[0026] Upper solar panel (32), which is placed along the outer upper horizontal profile (10), and / or along an of the upper side horizontal profiles (11), connected to the outer upper horizontal profile (10) along its length, in fixed position, or in position, which is adjustable relative to the plane, defined by the outer upper horizontal profile ( 10) and the two outer upper vertical profiles (9) at angle between 0 and 90 degrees.

[0027] Smart irrigation system, which consists of water containers (35), solar powered smart irrigation pump (34) and water hoses (36), located on the middle side horizontal profile (3), and / or the lower side horizontal profile (13), and / or the inner vertical profile (4), and / or the outer lower vertical profile (5), and / or the outer upper vertical profile (9), and / or the balcony floor. In one embodiment, each of outer middle horizontal profile (1), inner upper horizontal profile (2), middle side horizontal profiles (3), inner vertical profiles (4), outer lower vertical profiles (5), outer upper vertical profiles (9), outer upper horizontal profile (10), upper side horizontal profiles (11), outer lower horizontal profile (12) and lower side horizontal profiles (13) is composed of one or more separate prefabricated profiles, connected to each other with T-slot connections and / or connecting pins.

[0028] In one embodiment, each of outer middle horizontal profile (1), inner upper horizontal profile (2), middle side horizontal profiles (3), inner vertical profiles (4), outer lower vertical profiles (5), outer upper vertical profiles (9), outer upper horizontal profile (10), upper side horizontal profiles (11), outer lower horizontal profile (12) and lower side horizontal profiles (13) further includes one or more profile extensions (14).

[0029] In one embodiment, in folded position the chair (18) and / or the table (19) lays within the plane, and each chair (18) and / or table (19) does not protrude outside the plane, defined by the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and the outer lower vertical profiles (5), or the plane, defined by middle side horizontal profile (3), inner vertical profile (4) and outer lower vertical profile (5).

[0030] In one embodiment, profiles extensions (14) include connecting pins (15).

[0031] In one embodiment, the connection between the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and any of the two outer lower vertical profiles (5) include railing mount (8).

[0032] In one embodiment, the cross section of each of the profiles (l)-(5) and (9)-( 13), is independently of each other square, rectangular, polygonal, round or oval, in any combination

[0033] In one embodiment, the one or more folding chairs (18) and / or folding tables (19) are connected to the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and / or to the middle side horizontal profiles (3) using a hook (41), where the hook (41) is mounted with an adjustable fastener (17). In one embodiment, the modular balcony system includes flowerpot (22) on the mounting frame (23), located in the space between the lower solar panel (25) and the plane between the two outer lower vertical profiles (5) and the outer middle horizontal profile (1).

[0034] In one embodiment, the adjustable fastener (17) is Thumb Bolt, and / or Screw Bolt with t-slot locking nut (54).

[0035] In one embodiment, the metal profiles (l)-(5) and (9)-(13) contain build-in electrical wiring network and one or more electric outlets.

[0036] In one embodiment, the adjustable feet (6) are provided with metal and / or elastomer pads.

[0037] Description of Figures

[0038] Fig. 1 describes the main frame of the modular balcony system without add-ons.

[0039] Fig. 2 describes the main frame, the upper supplementary frame and the lower supplementary frame of the balcony system without add-ons.

[0040] Fig. 3 describes detailed view of outer middle horizontal profile (1), composed of three separate prefabricated profiles and one profile extension (14).

[0041] Fig. 3a is enlarged view of connection with one connecting pin (15) and one T-slot connection (16).

[0042] Fig. 3b is enlarged view of connection with two connecting pins (15) and three T-slot connections (16).

[0043] Fig. 4a is front view of square profile according to the invention with two recessed channels on each side.

[0044] Fig. 4b is cross-section A- A of Fig. 4a.

[0045] Fig. 4c is front view of square profile according to the invention with one recessed channel on each side.

[0046] Fig. 4d is cross-section B-B of Fig. 4c.

[0047] Fig. 5a describes outer middle horizontal profile ( 1 ) with two adjustable fasteners (17) and two mounting brackets (20). Fig. 5b is cross-section A- A of Fig. 5a.

[0048] Fig. 6 describes side view of lower solar panel (25) with flowerpot.

[0049] Fig. 7 describes modular balcony system with upper solar panel (32), lower solar panel (25) and smart irrigation system.

[0050] Fig. 8 describes one embodiment of the invention.

[0051] Fig. 9 describes one embodiment of the invention.

[0052] Fig. 10a describes connection of the hanging flowerpot to the flower bar (33).

[0053] Fig. 10b is detailed view of the connection of the flowerpot to the flower bar (33).

[0054] Fig. 11 describes modular balcony system with ceiling frame, middle frame and bottom frame.

[0055] Embodiments

[0056] The Modular Balcony System consists of a cage-like structure assembled using prefabricated metal profiles (T-slot, round bars, etc.) that can be customized to the specific dimensions of any balcony. The system is installed by raising adjustable feet at the base, which compress the structure between the balcony floor and ceiling, securing it using friction. This eliminates the need for drilling or permanent modifications, making the system ideal for renters and spaces with strict building regulations. The inclusion of another material like rubber or silicone as a seal at the top part of the system enhances the friction connection, preventing potential damage to the balcony ceiling or facade, while providing sufficient stability for heavy add-ons such as a hammock or pull up bar for fitness.

[0057] Fig. 1 describes the main frame of the modular balcony system without add-ons. The main frame consists of one outer middle horizontal profile (I), one inner upper horizontal profile (2), two middle side horizontal profiles (3), two inner vertical profiles (4) and two outer lower vertical profiles (5). The lower ends of each inner vertical profile (4) and each outer lower vertical profile (5) are firmly fixed to the floor of the balcony through static friction loads as a result of the compression loads between the balcony floor and balcony ceiling using the adjustable feet (6) or through floor or wall mounted fasteners. The inner upper horizontal profile (2) is placed under the ceiling of the balcony and its upper side is in contact with the balcony ceiling through friction seal (7) or through ceiling or wall mounted fasteners. Both ends of the inner upper horizontal profile (2) are connected to the upper ends of the two inner vertical profiles (4). The upper ends of the outer lower vertical profiles (5) are connected to both ends of the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and the outer ends of the middle side horizontal profiles (3), the inner ends of the middle side horizontal profiles (3) are connected to inner vertical profiles (4). In one embodiment, the connection between the outer middle horizontal profile ( 1 ) and any of the two outer lower vertical profiles (5) include railing mount (8). Adjustable feet (6) provide a range of adjustability so that the frame may be levelled, in the back compressed between the balcony floor and balcony ceiling, and in the front compressed between the balcony floor and balcony railing with the railing mount (8). The railing mounts (8) may be mounted anywhere along the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and any of the two outer lower vertical profiles (5), so that together with the adjustable feet, the frame may be compressed and held in position.

[0058] Fig. 2 describes the main frame, the upper supplementary frame and the lower supplementary frame of the balcony system without add-ons. The upper supplementary frame consists of one outer upper horizontal profile (10), two upper side horizontal profiles (11) and two outer upper vertical profiles (9). The lower ends of the outer upper vertical profiles (9) are connected to the triple connection between outer middle horizontal profile (1), middle side horizontal profiles (3) and outer lower vertical profiles (5). The upper ends of the outer upper vertical profiles (9) are connected to the double connection between both ends of the outer upper horizontal profile ( 10) and the outer sides of the upper side horizontal profiles (11). The inner ends of the two upper side horizontal profiles (11) are connected to the double connection between the inner upper horizontal profile (2) and the upper ends of the two inner vertical profiles (4). The outer upper horizontal profile (10) and the upper side horizontal profiles (11) are in contact with the balcony ceiling through friction seal (7) or through ceiling or wall mounted fasteners. The friction seal (7) provides a stronger friction force holding the frame in place and reduces chance of damage to the balcony ceiling. The lower supplementary frame consists of one outer lower horizontal profile (12) and two lower side horizontal profiles (13). The inner ends of the two lower side horizontal profiles (13) are connected to the lower ends of the two inner vertical profiles (4). The outer ends of the lower side horizontal profiles ( 13) are connected to the lower ends of the two outer lower vertical profiles (5). Both ends of the outer lower horizontal profile (12) are connected with lower ends of the two outer lower vertical profiles (5). The connections between all profiles are T-slot type connections (16).

[0059] In one embodiment, each of outer middle horizontal profile ( 1 ), inner upper horizontal profile (2), middle side horizontal profiles (3), inner vertical profiles (4), outer lower vertical profiles (5), outer upper vertical profiles (9), outer upper horizontal profile (10), upper side horizontal profiles (11), outer lower horizontal profile (12) and lower side horizontal profiles (13) is composed of one or more separate prefabricated profiles, connected to each other with T-slot connections and / or connecting pins.

[0060] In one embodiment, profiles extensions (14) include connecting pins (15).

[0061] In one embodiment, each of outer middle horizontal profile (1), inner upper horizontal profile (2), middle side horizontal profiles (3), inner vertical profiles (4), outer lower vertical profiles (5), outer upper vertical profiles (9), outer upper horizontal profile (10), upper side horizontal profiles (11), outer lower horizontal profile (12) and lower side horizontal profiles (13) further includes one or more profile extensions (14).

[0062] Fig. 3 describes detailed view of outer middle horizontal profile (1), composed of three separate prefabricated profiles and one profile extension (14). The profile extension (14) is only used if initial measurements were smaller in length than what is needed on the specific balcony. T-slot connection (16) is an example of a fastening method, but other methods may be used like, but not limited to end fasteners and comer brackets. What is important is that the design approach is that the fastening methods allow for easy assembly from the inside of the balcony (i.e., to not have to hang outside of the balcony to assemble). Connecting pins ( 15) are used to easily align the profiles during assembly and provide additional shear strength at the relevant profile butt joint. There may be one or more of these pins depending on application. Fig. 3a is enlarged view of connection with one connecting pin (15) and one T-slot connection (16), and Fig. 3b is enlarged view of connection with two connecting pins (15) and three T-slot connections (16). Each of the following profiles, namely the outer middle horizontal profile (1), two middle side horizontal profiles (3), inner upper horizontal profile (2), inner vertical profiles (4), outer lower vertical profiles (5), outer upper vertical profiles (9), outer upper horizontal profile (10), upper side horizontal profiles (11), outer lower horizontal profile (12) and lower side horizontal profiles (13) may have flat surface, or they are provided with one or more T or V shaped channel along its length. Fig. 4a is front view of square profile according to the invention with two recessed channels on each side, Fig. 4b is cross-section A-A of Fig. 4a. Fig. 4c is front view of square profile according to the invention with one recessed channel on each side, and Fig. 4d is cross-section B- B of Fig. 4c.

[0063] The modular balcony system contains one or more of the following add-ons, in any combination.

[0064] In one embodiment, the add-on is one or more folding chairs (18) and / or folding tables (19), which arc connected to the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and / or to the middle side horizontal profiles (3) using a hook (41), mounted on an adjustable fastener (17), located into the T or V shaped channel along their length, where in folded position the chair (18) and / or the table (19) lays within the plane, and each chair (18) and / or table (19) does not protrude or protrudes minimally outside the plane dependent on the cross-section size of the profile, defined by the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and the outer lower vertical profiles (5), or the plane, defined by middle side horizontal profile (3), inner vertical profile (4) and outer lower vertical profile (5).

[0065] Fig. 5a describes outer middle horizontal profile (1) with two adjustable fasteners (17) and two mounting brackets (20), and Fig. 5b is cross-section A-A of Fig. 5a.

[0066] In one embodiment, the main frame is provided with balcony railings (26), located in one or more of the three vertical planes, namely the two side planes between the inner vertical profile (4), middle side horizontal profile (3) and outer lower vertical profile (5) and the front plane between the two outer lower vertical profiles (5) and the outer middle horizontal profile (1).

[0067] Fig. 6 describes side view of lower solar panel (25) with flowerpot. The lower solar panel (25) is placed along the outer middle horizontal profile (1 ), and / or along any of the middle side horizontal profiles (3) in position, which is adjustable relative to the plane, defined by the outer middle horizontal profile (1) the outer lower vertical profiles (5) at angle between 0 and 15 degrees. The lower solar panel (25) is attached to the balcony railing (26), the using a railing hook (31), mounted on the balcony railing (26), the railing hook is fastened via hook bolt (21 ), or it is attached directly to the outer lower vertical profile (5) via comer bracket (28), and / or upper profile attachment (29), and / or lower profile attachment (30). The lower solar panel is equipped with telescopic swivel arm (24), located between the lower end of the lower solar panel (25) and the lower end of the mounting frame (23). The railing wall (27) may or may not be present on the relevant balcony. The balcony railing (26 ) may go down to the floor of the balcony when a railing wall is not present. The comer bracket (28) is an option to attach to the modular system directly if the balcony railing (26) is not strong enough to bear the weight. The upper profile attachment (29) and / or the lower profile attachment (30) are an option to attach to the modular system directly if the balcony railing (26) is not strong enough to bear the weight.

[0068] In one embodiment, the add-on is upper solar panel (32), which is placed along the outer upper horizontal profile (10), and / or along an of the upper side horizontal profiles (11), connected to the outer upper horizontal profile (10) along its length, in fixed position, or in position, which is adjustable relative to the plane, defined by the outer upper horizontal profile (10) and the two outer upper vertical profiles (9) at angle between 0 and 90 degrees.

[0069] In one embodiment, the add-on is smart irrigation system, which consists of water containers (35), solar powered smart irrigation pump (34) and water hoses (36), located on the middle side horizontal profile (3), and / or the lower side horizontal profile (13), and / or the inner vertical profile (4), and / or the outer lower vertical profile (5), and / or the outer upper vertical profile (9), and / or the balcony floor.

[0070] In one embodiment, the modular balcony system includes one or more flower bars (33), located between any of the inner vertical profile (4), outer upper vertical profile (9) and outer lower vertical profile (5). Fig. 7 describes modular balcony system with upper solar panel (32), lower solar panel (25) and smart irrigation system. The upper solar panel (32) may be in fixed position or rotated to a specific angle, between 0-90 degrees, for example 10, 20, 30, 40, 45, 50, 60, 70, 80 degrees. The lower solar panel (25) may be rotated to a specific angle, between 0-15 degrees, for example 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13 degrees. The mounting frame (23) can be mounted to the balcony railing (26) or the balcony frame. The flower bar (33) is a profile mounted between two profiles to hold individual or a set of hanging flowerpots. The modular system may include decorative panel (37), made of materials like, but not limited to moss, synthetic grass, wood, PVC & WPC (Wood Plastic Composite). This specific embodiment includes smart irrigation system with water containers (35), solar powered smart irrigation pump (34) and water hoses (36), and vertical bicycle wall mount (38).

[0071] In one embodiment, the one or more folding chairs (18) and / or folding tables (19) are connected to the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and / or to the middle side horizontal profiles (3) using a hook (41), where the hook (41) is mounted with an adjustable fastener ( 17).

[0072] Fig. 8 describes one embodiment of the invention. The modular system contains of two folding chairs (18) in folded position and one folding table (19) in folded position. The folding chairs ( 18) and the folding table (19) are mounted to the outer middle horizontal profile (1) via hooks (41), which can be used to hang other add-ons to the modular system. The modular system also includes side bar (44), which can be fixed or sliding throughout the slot of the profile to be positioned anywhere. Two side bar pull-up bar swivel mount (45) are attached to the side bar (44) (which can be any profile cross-section) and allows for side bar (44) to be swivelled down when in use for pull-up exercises to allow head space and swivelled back up when in use for hanging items like a sitting hammock (46). Universal hooks (47) can be used to hang various items and add-ons (in this case 2x at a diagonal can attach a hammock (49). The modular system includes folding countertop (42), folding tray (48) and folding clothes drying rack (43) in unfolded position, infrared heater (39) and LED lighting (40).

[0073] Fig. 9 describes one embodiment of the invention. The modular system contains hammock (49), hanging on two universal hooks (49), awning (51), decking (52), cable machine (53), which can be in multi-position throughout the vertical profile. It also includes screen (50) with various purposes, which is attached to the profiles as add-ons such as insect screen, cat screen, reinforced screen. The screen is typically attached with profiles along the length of the adjacent vertical or horizontal profile. Another add-on is barrier insert (54) which is any form of barrier which can be mounted to the profile slots with the aim to affect the modular system (balcony) in the following ways: acoustics, thermal, moisture, fire, environmental / contaminants, security / structural protection. The material examples, but not limited to, are plexiglass, glass, metal railing / screen and sheet metal.

[0074] In one embodiment, the modular balcony system includes flower bar (33) which is a profile mounted between two profiles to hold individual or a set of hanging flowerpots (57). Fig. 10a describes connection of the hanging flowerpots to the flower bar (33), Fig. 10b is detailed view of the connection of the flower bar (33) to a vertical profile. The flowerpot bracket (55) is attached to the profile slot using a mounting hole and screw with t-slot nut (56) and then attached to the hanging flowerpot (57). The anchor fastener (58) is an example of a fastening method, but other methods may be used like, but not limited to end fasteners and comer brackets. What is important is that the design approach is that the fastening methods allow for easy assembly from the inside of the balcony (i.e., to not have to hang outside of the balcony to assemble).

[0075] Fig. 11 describes modular balcony system, consisting of ceiling frame, middle frame and bottom frame. Ceiling frame consists of one or more profiles, which include one outer upper horizontal profile (10), one inner upper horizontal profile (2) and the two upper side horizontal profiles (11), in case of two, three or four profiles, they are connected to each other. Ceiling frame is attached to the balcony wall (59) or the balcony ceiling through mounted fasteners (60). Middle frame consists of one or more profiles which include one outer middle horizontal profile (1) and the two middle side horizontal profiles (3), in case of two or three profiles, they are connected to each other. Middle frame is attached to the balcony wall (59) through mounted fasteners (60). Bottom frame consists of one or more profiles which include one outer lower horizontal profile (12), the two lower side horizontal profiles (13) and the two outer lower vertical profiles (5), in case of two or more profiles, they are connected to each other. Bottom frame is attached to the balcony wall (59) and the balcony floor through mounted fasteners (60). This configuration allows various embodiments, depending on the construction of the balcony. The balcony construction could be with only one or two balcony walls (59) which would affect the number of mounted profiles or the embodiment could be made up of only horizontal profiles mounted to the wall with the aim of achieving modular balcony system with add-ons like those described herein. The mounted fasteners could be visibly mounted or under the top-visible layer of the balcony façade. An example of this would be that the mounted fastener is mounted underneath the visible façade tiles or plaster and protrudes outside of the visible outer façade layer to fasten to the relevant profile.

[0076] In one embodiment, the adjustable fastener (17) is Thumb Bolt, and / or Screw Bolt with t-slot locking nut.

[0077] In one embodiment, the adjustable feet (6) are provided with metal and / or elastomer pads. Elastomer pads include materials such as rubber, silicone and any other elastomer material.

[0078] In one embodiment, the profiles ( 1 )-(5) and (9)-( 13) contain build up electric network and one or more electric outlets.

[0079] Electrical integration is achieved through existing electrical outlets in the balcony. The option to install new electrical outlets or use extension cords (where permitted). The use of solar panels with a portable power station or power bank, offering a self-sufficient power supply for LED lighting, appliances, and other electronics.

[0080] Compared to traditional balcony solutions, the present invention offers significant advantages, including its modular nature, ease of installation, enhanced functionality with integrated smart technology, and the aesthetic consideration for modem urban living spaces.

[0081] In one embodiment, the cross section of each of the profiles (l)-(5) and (9)-(13), is square, rectangular, polygon, round and / or oval.

[0082] On various embodiments, the metal profiles are t-slot aluminium profiles with a slot opening of 8 mm or 10 mm depending on the application. The profiles envisioned for this modular system are 40 x 40 mm (4040-4) or 80 x 80 (8080-8). Other t-slot profiles may be used depending on the region. In North America, the most common profiles include the 15 Series (imperial measurement) and 45 Series (metric). Profiles like 1530 (1.5" x 3") and 3030 (30x30 mm metric) are widely used, as well as 1010 (T'xl") and 1020 (l"x2"). The 45x45 mm profile is also popular due to its compatibility with European systems, especially in industries requiring heavy-duty applications. In Asia (particularly China and Japan), the 4040 and 8080 series are indeed popular, but other profiles like 3030 and 2020 are commonly used for lighter structures, especially in consumer products (such as 3D printers and DIY robotics). In China, 3060 and 6060 profiles are also popular for mid-range structural applications. In Australia often aligns with European standards, so 4040 and 8080 profiles are also common. However, 4545 profiles are popular in applications that need additional load-bearing capacity. 2020 and 3030 profiles are used in smaller-scale applications.

[0083] Use of the Invention

[0084] The modular balcony system of the present invention provides new approach to space optimization of the balcony.

[0085] The key differentiators of the modular balcony system include:

[0086] a. Modular Structure: Tailored to individual balcony dimensions and capable of holding multiple add-ons in a slim, foldable way.

[0087] b. Ease of Assembly: Designed for end customers, requires no drilling or permanent modifications to the balcony or building, complying with most tenancy and building regulations. c. Integration of Smart Technologies: Incorporates solar panels with power stations, smart plant watering systems, and app-controlled LED lighting for added functionality and user control. d. Aesthetic Design: Emphasizes visual appeal while maximizing functional use, which is not a priority in most existing balcony solutions. List of indications

[0088] 1 Outer middle horizontal profile

[0089] 2 Inner upper horizontal profile

[0090] 3 Middle side horizontal profile

[0091] 4 Inner vertical profile

[0092] 5 Outer lower vertical profile

[0093] 6 Adjustable feet

[0094] 7 Friction seal

[0095] 8 Railing mount

[0096] 9 Outer upper vertical profile

[0097] 10 Outer upper horizontal profile

[0098] 11 Upper side horizontal profile

[0099] 12 Outer lower horizontal profile

[0100] 13 Lower side horizontal profile

[0101] 14 Profile extension

[0102] 15 Connecting pin

[0103] 16 T-slot type connection

[0104] 17 Adjustable fastener / thumb bolt / screw bolt with t-slot locking nut 18 Folding chair

[0105] 19 Folding table

[0106] 20 Mounting bracket

[0107] 21 Hook bolt

[0108] 22 Flowerpot

[0109] 23 Mounting frame

[0110] 24 Telescopic swivel arm

[0111] 25 Lower solar panel

[0112] 26 Balcony railing

[0113] 27 Railing wall

[0114] 28 Comer bracket

[0115] 29 Upper profile attachment Lower profile attachment

[0116] Railing hook

[0117] Upper solar panel

[0118] Flower bar

[0119] Solar powered smart irrigation pump Water containers

[0120] Water hoses

[0121] Decorative panel

[0122] Vertical bicycle wall mount Infrared heater

[0123] LED lighting

[0124] Hook

[0125] Folding countertop

[0126] Folding clothes drying rack

[0127] Side bar

[0128] Side bar pull-up bar swivel mount Sitting hammock

[0129] Universal hook

[0130] Folding tray

[0131] Hammock

[0132] Screen

[0133] Awning

[0134] Decking

[0135] Cable machine

[0136] Barrier insert

[0137] Flowerpot bracket

[0138] Mounting hole & screw

[0139] Hanging flowerpot

[0140] Anchor fastener

[0141] Balcony wall

[0142] Mounted fasteners

Claims

Modular Balcony System with integrated add-onsClaims1. Modular balcony system with integrated add-ons, with cage-like structure assembled using prefabricated metal profiles,characterized in thatit consists of metal profiles of various configurations, namelymain frame, ormain frame and upper supplementary frame, ormain frame and lower supplementary frame, ormain frame, upper supplementary frame and lower supplementary frame, orceiling frame and / or middle frame and / or bottom frame,whereinthe main frame consists of one outer middle horizontal profile (1), one inner upper horizontal profile (2), two middle side horizontal profiles (3), two inner vertical profiles (4) and two outer lower vertical profiles (5), the lower ends of each inner vertical profile (4) and each outer lower vertical profile (5) are firmly fixed to the floor of the balcony through static friction loads as a result of the compression loads between the balcony floor and balcony ceiling using the adjustable feet (6) or through floor or wall mounted fasteners, the inner upper horizontal profile (2) is placed under the ceiling of the balcony and its upper side is in contact with the balcony ceiling through friction seal (7) or through ceiling or wall mounted fasteners; both ends of the inner upper horizontal profile (2) are connected to the upper ends of the two inner vertical profiles (4), and the upper ends of the outer lower vertical profiles (5) are connected to both ends of the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and the outer ends of the middle side horizontal profiles (3), the inner ends of the middle side horizontal profiles (3) are connected to inner vertical profiles (4);the upper supplementary frame consists of one outer upper horizontal profile (10), two upper side horizontal profiles (11) and two outer upper vertical profiles (9), the lower ends of the outer upper vertical profiles (9) are connected to the triple connection between outer middle horizontal profile (1), middle side horizontal profiles (3) and outer lower vertical profiles (5), the upper ends of the outer upper vertical profiles (9) are connected to the double connection betweenboth ends of the outer upper horizontal profile (10) and the outer sides of the upper side horizontal profiles (11), the inner ends of the two upper side horizontal profiles (11) are connected to the double connection between the inner upper horizontal profile (2) and the upper ends of the two inner vertical profiles (4), and the outer upper horizontal profile ( 10) and the upper side horizontal profiles (11) are in contact with the balcony ceiling through friction seal (7) or through ceiling or wall mounted fasteners;the lower supplementary frame consists of one outer lower horizontal profile ( 12) and two lower side horizontal profiles ( 13), the inner ends of the two lower side horizontal profiles (13) are connected to the lower ends of the two inner vertical profiles (4), the outer ends of the lower side horizontal profiles ( 13) are connected to the lower ends of the two outer lower vertical profiles (5), and both ends of the outer lower horizontal profile (12) are connected with lower ends of the two outer lower vertical profiles (5);the ceiling frame consists of one or more profiles which include one outer upper horizontal profile (10), one inner upper horizontal profile (2) and the two upper side horizontal profiles (11), in case of two, three or four profiles, they are connected to each other, where ceiling frame is attached to the balcony wall (59) or the balcony ceiling through mounted fasteners (60);the middle frame consists of one or more profiles which include one middle horizontal profile ( 1 ) and the two middle side horizontal profiles (3), in case of two or three profiles, they are connected to each other, the middle frame is attached to the balcony wall (59) through mounted fasteners (60);the bottom frame consists of one or more profiles which include one outer lower horizontal profile (12), the two lower side horizontal profiles (13) and the two outer lower vertical profiles (5), in case of two or more profiles, they are connected to each other; the bottom frame is attached to the balcony wall (59) or the balcony floor through mounted fasteners (60);wherein the modular balcony system contains one or more of the following add-ons, in any combination,one or more folding chairs (18) and / or folding tables (19), which are connected to the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and / or to the middle side horizontal profiles (3) using a hook (41), mounted on an adjustable fastener (17), located into the T or V shaped channel along their length;lower solar panel (25), which is placed along the outer middle horizontal profile (1 ), and / or along one or two of the middle side horizontal profiles (3) in adjustable position, relative to theplane, defined by the outer middle horizontal profile (1) the outer lower vertical profiles (5) at angle between 0 and 15 degrees, where the lower solar panel (25) is attached to the balcony railing (26), the using a railing hook (31), mounted on the balcony railing (26), the railing hook is fastened via hook bolt (21), or it is attached directly to the outer lower vertical profile (1) via corner basket (28), and / or upper profile attachment (29), and / or lower profile attachment (30), the lower solar panel is equipped with telescopic swivel arm (24), located between the lower end of the lower solar panel (25) and the lower end of the mounting frame (23);upper solar panel (32), which is placed along the outer upper horizontal profile (10), and / or along an of the upper side horizontal profiles (11), connected to the outer upper horizontal profile (10) along its length, in fixed position, or in position, which is adjustable relative to the plane, defined by the outer upper horizontal profile (10) and the two outer upper vertical profiles (9) at angle between 0 and 90 degrees;smart irrigation system, which consists of water containers (35), solar powered smart irrigation pump (34) and water hoses (36), located on the middle side horizontal profile (3), and / or the lower side horizontal profile (13), and / or the inner vertical profile (4), and / or the outer lower vertical profile (5), and / or the outer upper vertical profile (9), and / or the balcony floor.

2. Modular balcony system, according to claim 1,characterized in thatThe connections between all profiles are T-slot type connections (16).

3. Modular balcony system, according to any of claims 1-2,characterized in thateach of outer middle horizontal profile (1), inner upper horizontal profile (2), middle side horizontal profiles (3), inner vertical profiles (4), outer lower vertical profiles (5), outer upper vertical profiles (9), outer upper horizontal profile (10), upper side horizontal profiles (11), outer lower horizontal profile (12) and lower side horizontal profiles (13) is composed of one or more separate prefabricated profiles, connected to each other with T-slot connections and / or connecting pins.

4. Modular balcony system, according to any of claims 1-3,characterized in thateach of outer middle horizontal profile (1), inner upper horizontal profile (2), middle side horizontal profiles (3), inner vertical profiles (4), outer lower vertical profiles (5), outer upper vertical profiles (9), outer upper horizontal profile (10), upper side horizontal profiles (11), outer lower horizontal profile (12) and lower side horizontal profiles (13) further includes one or more profile extensions (14).

5. Modular balcony system, according to any of claims 1-4,characterized in thatthe main frame is provided with balcony railings (26), located in one or more of the three vertical planes, namely the two side planes between the inner vertical profile (4), middle side horizontal profile (3) and outer lower vertical profile (5) and the front plane between the two outer lower vertical profiles (5) and the outer middle horizontal profile (1).

6. Modular balcony system, according to any of claims 1-5,characterized in thatthe modular balcony system includes one or more flower bars (33), located between any of the inner vertical profile (4), outer upper vertical profile (9) and outer lower vertical profile (5).

7. Modular balcony system, according to any of claims 1-6,characterized in thateach of the outer middle horizontal profile (1), two middle side horizontal profiles (3), inner upper horizontal profile (2), inner vertical profiles (4), outer lower vertical profiles (5), outer upper vertical profiles (9), outer upper horizontal profile (10), upper side horizontal profiles (11), outer lower horizontal profile (12) and lower side horizontal profiles (13) have flat surface, or they are provided with one or more T or V shaped channel along its length.

8. Modular balcony system, according to any of claims 1-7,characterized in thatthe connection between the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and any of the two outer lower vertical profiles (5) include railing mount (8).

9. Modular balcony system, according to any of claims 1-8,characterized in thatthe profiles extensions (14) include connecting pins (15).

10. Modular balcony system, according to any of claims 1-9,characterized in thatthe adjustable fastener (17) is Thumb Bolt, and / or Screw Bolt with t-slot locking nut (54).

11. Modular balcony system, according to any of claims 1-10,characterized in thatthe metal profiles (1)-(5) and (9)-(13) contain build-up electric network and one or more electric outlets.

12. Modular balcony system, according to any of claims 1-11,characterized in thatthe adjustable feet (6) are provided with metal and / or elastomer pads.

13. Modular balcony system, according to any of claims 1-12,characterized in thatIn one embodiment, the cross section of each of the profiles (1)-(5) and (9)-(13), is independently of each other square, rectangular, polygonal, round or oval, in any combination14. Modular balcony system, according to any of claims 1-13,characterized in thatin folded position the chair (18) and / or the table (19) lays within the plane, and each chair (18) and / or table (19) does not protrude outside the plane, defined by the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and the outer lower vertical profiles (5), or the plane, defined by middle side horizontal profile (3), inner vertical profile (4) and outer lower vertical profile (5).

15. Modular balcony system, according to any of claims 1-14,characterized in thatone or more folding chairs (18) and / or folding tables (19) are connected to the outer middle horizontal profile (1) and / or to the middle side horizontal profiles (3) using a hook (41), where the hook (41) is mounted with an adjustable fastener (17).

16. Modular balcony system, according to any of claims 1-15,characterized in thatthe modular balcony system includes flowerpot (22) on the mounting frame (23), located in the space between the lower solar panel (25) and the plane between the two outer lower vertical profiles (5) and the outer middle horizontal profile (1).

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