# Pop-Up Patio Systems The Fakro Balcony Window has Multiple Functions By Shiori Mine | Published 2012-07-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fakro-balcony-window References: [mocoloco](http://mocoloco.com/fresh2/2012/07/26/fakro-skylight.php) & [fakro](http://www.fakro.com/htmlen/392.php) If you are limited on space and longing to enjoy the summer time weather, the Fakro Balcony Window is the ideal solution for city-dwellers. The rooftop window not only functions as an [airy skylight](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/datum-house), but can also be converted into a [pop-up patio setup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sol-patio). While it may not be a [grand terrace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bth-loft), the balcony is just big enough to step out onto and enjoy the fresh outdoors. The bottom window opens outwards, providing home owners a barricade and ledge for their covert veranda. The system also comes with two built-in side rails that project outwards when opened. Ideal for enjoying a coffee with the morning paper, the Fakro Balcony Window is a cleverly designed solution for attic-dwelling home owners. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Multipurpose Windows:** Innovative technology in windows allowing multiple functions such as convertibility will be in high demand. - **Pop-up Systems:** Pop-up systems will continue to trend as the demand for practical and dynamic space solutions increases. - **Outdoor Access:** Access to outdoor space from smaller living quarters will be a popular trend among city dwellers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Improvement:** Home improvement companies should invest in developing and advertising practical conversion technology for small living spaces. - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can take advantage of the trend by incorporating practical pop-up features into their floor plans. - **Real Estate:** Real estate developers can use the trend to their advantage by focusing on building housing units with accessible and unique outdoor spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Terraced Tiny Living](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-park.md) - [Balcony-Ready Solar Power Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-powerstream.md) - [Elevated Garden Lofts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/attic-above-garden.md) - [Bright Attic Sanctuaries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foksal.md) - [Window-Emulating Lighting Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/window-chronicles.md) - [Cozy Gaden Cabin Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-pavilion.md) - [Summer Patio Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sol-patio.md) - [Curvaceous Privacy Wall Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kwk-promes-open-house.md) - [Rooftop Terrace Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-tiny-house.md)