All photos In the photo: Design of curtains for the living room of a townhouse in the Etude family club In the design of an apartment or a house, curtains, curtains and drapes play an important role - they can transform the interior, become a bright accent and decoration, or, conversely, perform a “background” function . The designer selects curtains taking into account the style, color scheme of the interior, quantity and color of furniture, the presence of accessories in the room and many other parameters.
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Correctly selected curtains are not only aesthetic, but also functional: after all, a professional designer takes into account not only the style, but also the location of the room in the cardinal directions, the climate - these characteristics are necessary in order to select a fabric of the required density and light transmittance. If, for example, the living space is located on the ground floor or in the attic, the curtains should be made of thick curtain fabric.
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The living room is the front room of an apartment or country house, and it is with the help of curtains that you can add a touch of solemnity to even a laconic and minimalist interior in a modern style. In this review, we will look at design options for curtains for the living room using the example of new projects from the portfolio of Angelika Prudnikova Studio.
Pros and cons of white curtains for interiors
Using a light palette is a proven technique that allows you to give a room visual volume. As a result, white curtains are ideal for small spaces. They also have other advantages.
Light textiles:
- Reflects sunlight well;
- It harmonizes with any shades, making it suitable for all styles from classic to modern;
- Has a beneficial effect on the microclimate;
- Visually raises low ceilings.
It has only one drawback - increased soiling. Curtains made of snow-white fabric will quickly become dirty, which means they will need regular maintenance.
Since frequent washing has a negative impact on the durability of the fabrics, the choice of fabric must be approached responsibly, for example, choose an option with dirt-repellent impregnation.
Light curtains for the bedroom
The use of light colors in the bedroom and living room is preferable in the following cases:
- If the room has small windows that provide insufficient lighting. Pastel colors in this case act as illumination amplifiers, also visually expanding the edges of the window.
- If the design is made in pastel colors, it is important to complement it with curtains to match the overall color scheme.
- For a calm interior designed for relaxation and pleasant relaxation.
- For the bedroom of an elderly couple.
- When the room is designed in a style that involves the use of light colors: classic, shabby chic, Scandinavian and other styles.
- In a small and cramped room with low ceilings, having a light palette will help correct and smooth out many imperfections.
- If the interior is saturated with bright colors and needs to be diluted and balanced a little.
Current color combinations
White color goes best with:
- With black. Black and white curtains are ideal for modern style.
- With gray. Graphite tones perfectly set off a light background and enhance the intensity of white shades.
- With red. Bright red color in combination with white will give the interior a festive, solemn look.
- With green. White and green curtains will set the mood for tranquility and create the atmosphere of a summer meadow.
- With beige. This is the best solution if the room is decorated in a classic style.
- With blue. The union of white and blue in home textiles is the hallmark of the Mediterranean style.
- With brown. Shades of chocolate and coffee will add warmth and comfort to the atmosphere, and white color will add freshness to the brown palette.
Fashionable combinations
At the moment, the following are at the peak of popularity:
- Light green and coffee.
- Turquoise with gold plated.
- Blue is always popular in varying degrees of intensity.
- Plum and beige.
- Delicate lilac and malachite.
An ensemble of dark curtains is trending. It works well in any size room.
IMPORTANT. If you choose this option, keep in mind that the colors must match each other and the fabric must be identical. When choosing floor-length curtains, you visually increase the height of the room.
Variety of fabrics
When choosing a material, you need to pay attention to the following points:
- Interior style;
- Purpose of the premises;
- Composition of matter;
- Personal preferences.
Fabrics of natural origin look advantageous in white colors:
- Linen;
- Velvet;
- Satin;
- Flock;
- Jacquard;
Curtains made of satin, tapestry, and brocade look elegant and stylish. The depth and saturation of white color in this case allows you to refuse additional decor for all style directions except classics.
A fashionable option is blackout. The advantage of such curtains is absolute light tightness. They are recommended to be hung in overly bright rooms and bedrooms.
It is also worth taking a closer look at such translucent fabrics as muslin, veil, and organza. Curtains made from them will add airiness and weightlessness to the atmosphere.
Advantages and disadvantages
Using light shades is a proven technique for visually increasing the space of a room. For this reason, white curtains, like light walls, are especially in demand in rooms of modest size. Light window decor has other advantages:
- White fabric reflects light well and makes the room look much brighter. This is especially important if the window faces north or if there is a dense tree in front of it.
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- For the same reason, light-colored fabric heats up less, and a room with white curtains is cooler on a hot day.
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- Versatility. White is a neutral, background shade. It combines with all other colors, so the curtains can fit into any design style.
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- The ability to visually extend the height of the ceiling. The ceiling will seem especially high if you install the cornice 0.4-0.5 m above the window opening, or under the ceiling (in standard apartments).
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The only significant drawback is strong staining. Children and pets are not the only ones to blame for the fact that your favorite curtains quickly lose their appearance. Light fabric darkens and turns yellow due to dust settling on it, both indoors and outdoors (if you like to open windows in the summer).
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Frequent washing will worsen the appearance of the fabric, and frequent dry cleaning (if the fabric is expensive and cannot be washed) will cost a pretty penny. To save yourself from unnecessary hassle and expense, you should carefully choose the fabric; Perhaps pay attention to fabric impregnated with a dirt-repellent composition.
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White curtains in different rooms
As already mentioned, white curtains will be appropriate in rooms with various functional purposes.
White curtains for the bedroom
Decorating windows in white tones is a great way to bring lightness to the bedroom interior and create a romantic ambience. The room looks especially stylish if the shade of the curtains is repeated in other textiles - bedspreads, sofa cushions, capes, napkins.
Dark trim will help enhance the whiteness. At the same time, white color will remove the excessive gloominess of dark walls.
White curtains in the living room
When choosing curtains for a living room in a classic style, you should choose voile curtains and complement them with luxurious curtains made of thick material.
Curtains with a straight cut, contrasting colors to the wallpaper, and without shine, will suit any direction of modern design.
White curtains for the kitchen
Ideal models for kitchen locations are Roman and roll. Straight short curtains and cafe curtains will also look good. The ornament may overlap with patterns on a tablecloth, towel, etc. It is better to choose fabric impregnated with special dirt-repellent compounds.
Children's
It is recommended to hang curtains with a pattern in the nursery. The subject can be anything - animals, birds, technology, favorite cartoon characters. In a student’s room, it is allowed to use muslin, but in combination with curtains made of any dense material.
Combinations with other colors
White color, oddly enough, goes harmoniously with all colors. As mentioned earlier, green is a calming color. Blue is ideal for the bedroom, as is pink. You can dilute all shades of each color in the interior. Light gray curtains soften other colors and add mystery. The color itself is neutral and will go with any other dark shades.
In design, white curtains play an important role in correcting roughness, emphasizing advantages, and adding lightness and grace.
White textiles in different interior styles
Curtains of snow-white colors are welcome in many styles:
- Country. Cream linen curtains with colored borders are a great addition to a rustic design. For a kitchen window, you can choose a short variation with drapery and tiebacks. Translucent material will not interfere with natural light, and dense material will add a touch of freshness to the atmosphere.
- Provence. The style of the French province is effectively emphasized by linen or silk curtains with floral patterns. It is better to choose furniture in light colors.
- Scandinavian. White curtains will bring freshness to the interior. The room will appear visually larger. The ceiling will rise. As for the design solution, it can be anything.
- Loft, minimalism. These two styles require curtains to have a laconic form and lack of decoration.
- Classic. The design of the canvas in this case must be carefully thought out. Curtains and tulle must be complemented by a hard or soft lambrequin. Indispensable attributes of classic window design are cords with tassels, fringe, and tiebacks.
- Modern. For a room in a similar style, you can choose bright straight-cut curtains or complex textures in tandem with voile curtains of muted colors or a Roman model.
How to diversify a bright bedroom and make it not boring
In a bright interior there is an opportunity to come up with a huge number of interesting and original solutions that harmoniously blend into the atmosphere as a whole. You can highlight individual details and introduce a little color into the interior, making it more positive and with a twist.
So, such details include curtains, pillows, bedspreads, rugs, etc. the most important thing is that they match the interior and belong to the same style.
The second option could be contrast in a bright bedroom. In this case, for example, they use dark furniture, which will always look harmonious against a light background. In addition, for better integration, a window or door is often chosen to match the tone of the furniture.
You can dilute light colors with the help of any accessories. For this purpose, paintings, panels, indoor plants, and chandeliers with a prominent frame are used. As an option, place dark books on light shelves.
Even the simplest and most monochromatic bedroom can be turned into a masterpiece with the help of a few correctly selected details.
Ideas for decorating white curtains
Kisey is most often decorated with beads, rhinestones, and ribbons. To add a festive touch, you can use richly decorated lambrequins.
Holders are a popular attribute. They help secure the canvas in the desired position. Such fittings can have different shapes - the choice of a specific option depends on the style of the room. For snow-white curtains, it is recommended to purchase holders in silver or gold colors.
Quite common are tiebacks - fabric accessories for tying curtains. Classic style curtains cannot be imagined without elements such as fringe and tassels.
Decorating the window in white will give the interior a solemn look and improve the level of illumination. And thanks to modern fabric production technologies, the soiling of a light palette has ceased to be a disadvantage.
Material
Curtains made from natural materials fit well into a white bedroom: cotton, linen, chintz, wool. Extreme lovers can be encouraged to experiment with leather. Black leather curtains can make a lasting impression on guests.
The color of curtains in a white bedroom can work wonders, add variety, dilute the interior, set accents, make the room brighter or add peace. This is the element that puts an end to the creation of an interior and fills it with meaning.
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Tips for choosing curtains for a small living room
To transform a small room and make the most of the space, you need to follow these tips:
- It is better to choose curtains from light, light fabrics. This way they will not overload the space and will visually enlarge it.
- It is recommended to avoid lambrequins and other massive accessories; they are more suitable for large rooms.
- It is advisable to choose a color for the curtains that matches the color of the walls.
- For low ceilings, ceiling cornices are suitable; they will visually enlarge the room.
The living room is the room where guests are welcomed and the whole family gathers, so the design in it should be light, but at the same time stylish. Correctly selected, beautiful curtains will create a unique, creative and individual design.
