We live in a small 1BR condo, and we've been working over the last year since we moved in to get rid of what we don't need, and to maximize our storage space indoors. That said, space is a little tight still, and we definitely would not want to pay for a monthly storage unit. While on our balcony earlier today, we noticed what looked like a storage bin/box-type thing on one of the other balconies; looked like it might also double as seating.
My question is, does anybody else have storage for their balcony that they would recommend? Something under 2 1/2 feet in height, maybe 2x3 feet length and width, and ideally with the ability to be locked? We'd probably store things like beach towels, holiday decorations, maybe some tools, that sort of thing. Maybe the air mattress we keep around for when we have guests, and possibly, in the winter, the cushions for our existing patio seating (we live in Portland, so we don't spend much time out there in the winter).
Thanks!