IN PRACTICE WITH OLEG
A terrace matters for what you can do on it
Terrace area is not valued in the same way as living-room space. Depth, access, privacy and comfortable hours of use matter alongside square metres. Start with actual usability, then comparable properties; no single coefficient suits every Cannes apartment.
Sketch a realistic use
Imagine a table, chairs and enough room to pass. Identify the access door, any step, narrow areas and fixed equipment. A large but awkward space may be less useful than a smaller regular one. A measured plan and photos without excessive wide-angle distortion make the difference clear.
Review exposure and constraints
Check shade, wind, noise, overlooking and how the space connects to the interior. Separate existing features from additions you would like to make. The legal status of the outdoor space and alteration possibilities need verification in the documents and with the relevant professionals; a listing does not establish a right to modify it.
Illustrative example: 20 m² or 12 m²
A 20 m² balcony runs along several rooms but is narrow. A 12 m² terrace allows four people to dine directly outside the living room. For a buyer who often entertains, the second space may fit better. This does not set its price: the building, condition, view and competing properties still need comparison.
Prepare your information
Gather dimensions, photos at different times of day and documents describing the outdoor space. Record strengths and limitations openly. Keep internal and external areas separate in the presentation. To discuss pricing, we compare similar uses instead of multiplying terrace area by the indoor price per square metre.
