If there is more than one window in a room, is that good or bad? It is difficult to answer this question unambiguously, because this solution has both pros and cons. The advantages are, of course, the abundance of light, the feeling of spaciousness, the atmosphere of lightness and fullness of air. The most important disadvantage is the risk of significant heat loss. The more windows, the more responsible you need to approach the issue of their insulation.
Having multiple windows in a small space can make it difficult to plan smart furnishings. Whatever one may say, the openings tie the hands. You can’t put a closet here, you can’t hang bookshelves, you can’t mount a TV. It will not always be possible to place a sofa in this place, and not everyone will be tempted by a bed under the window.
Another possible problem is related to the textile decoration of windows. If the total area of the window openings is large (especially in relation to the size of the room itself), the room may be oversaturated with fabrics. This is not always good for the interior. A room with an abundance of textiles often feels dusty, heavy, and stale.
We always select clothing for windows carefully. But if there is more than one window in the room, you have to be even more careful.
In such a situation, many people have questions about the appropriateness of this or that step. Is it necessary to design all windows the same? Is it possible to combine different curtains in one room? If so, how can you combine them correctly? Let's understand the theory and look at practical examples.
Two windows on one wall
It is recommended to dress closely located windows with identical curtains. The same in color, fabric, and size.
However, this rule is not immutable. In some cases they go against him.
So, if you plan to place some furniture under one of the windows - for example, a desk, kitchen cabinet or sofa - you can decorate it with a short curtain. And the second one is long. This is acceptable because it is logical.
Is it possible to curtain the opening by decorating both windows with a single drapery under a common cornice? Yes, you can, but usually it's not necessary. Much depends on the size of the room. If it is large, drapery covering the entire wall will not have a negative impact.
For a modest-sized interior, this design method is undesirable. Firstly, it is irrational to leave the partition unused. If it is wide enough, one of the important zones can be arranged near it. Usually it turns out beautifully and harmoniously thanks to emphasized symmetry.
Secondly, a single wide drapery visually makes the room smaller (and if the room is already small, this is not the result that you would like to get). Two separate curtains with a free wall, on the contrary, can visually lengthen the wall. Especially if the fabrics do not contrast with the walls and furnishings.
Studio apartment
Reconstruction of a one-room apartment is a successful, albeit troublesome, solution. But those who decided to reconstruct did not regret it. By turning a standard corner one-room apartment into a studio apartment, you can get a stylish, spacious and very comfortable interior.
Design of a corner studio apartment
The open design apartment is well suited for one person or a couple. After all, in such an apartment everything is nearby, everything is at hand. It is only important to properly think through the placement of furniture, lighting and communications.
Option for placing furniture in a studio apartment
In a studio apartment, zoning can be done using lighting fixtures - it should be sufficient and multi-level. You can hang a chandelier above the sitting area, spotlights in the kitchen area, and a floor lamp or wall lamps in the bedroom.
Example of lighting in a corner apartment
Zoning can also be done using pieces of furniture, carpet or curtains.
Successful zoning of space in a corner studio apartment
Two windows at an angle (on perpendicular walls)
Here, too, it is recommended to observe the principle of identity, with the exception of situations where furniture is installed under one of the windows.
In general, closely spaced large windows on perpendicular walls, especially when it comes to the living room, are considered a great advantage. They form a light angle. This in itself is impressive, but the main advantage is the abundance of light, the airy effect. Upholstered furniture is usually placed in the light zone.
Corner partitions are more often covered with textiles than intermediate partitions. If this corner is small and will not be usefully used, it is worth draping it, creating a single textile composition from the left edge of one window to the right edge of the other.
If the distance between the windows is quite large, you can install some furniture in the corner and create a functional area. In this case, it is hardly advisable to curtain the walls.
One-room apartment with attached loggia
If a one-room apartment has a loggia, then it can be attached to the room - this will allow you to add a couple of square meters of usable space. The partition between the room and the loggia is removed completely or partially.
Interior of a one-room apartment with an attached loggia
The loggia perfectly accommodates a work area, which can consist of a small desk, chair and bookcase.
Loggia converted into an office in a one-room apartment
Windows distant from each other
Here we have more freedom. The curtains in this situation do not have to be identical. Not only the sizes and styles of curtains can be different, but also the fabrics themselves.
The zoning features of the room matter. Different zones allow different window designs.
Example. The bed is placed with the head of the window. Window drapery becomes a kind of canopy. For this window, you can choose one fabric - for example, in harmony with the headboard, bedspread, pillows. And for the opposite window - another one that matches the decor as a whole. Is there any logic? Without a doubt.
You can take the size of the windows as a guide. Design the big one this way, and the two small ones differently. This also has its own logic.
It should be remembered that the abundance of fabric on the walls can deprive the room of visual spaciousness, lightness and freshness. If the windows are large, you need to think about whether to cover them with long and especially heavy curtains. Maybe only one window needs to be dressed in a solid floor-length drapery, and the second should be dressed in something more laconic and less noticeable?
How to design window openings?
Decorating window openings in a living room interior with two windows will definitely cost more than a standard one. The simplest option is to “dress” both windows in the room in the same style.
If the windows are on the sunny side, then the design of the living room involves the use of dense fabrics, preferably blackout: this way the penetrating rays will not interfere with watching your favorite movie. But thick curtains make the interior look heavier, so they can be replaced with roller blinds or blinds installed directly on the frame. The opening is curtained from above with light organza or other flowing fabric that will create coziness.
The most budget option for the north side is to abandon curtains altogether. This is acceptable for Scandinavian style, minimalism or hi-tech. In all other cases, choose light curtains that do not interfere with light.
Important! In small rooms, use curtains that match the walls so as not to visually make the space even smaller.
Several windows in the room and different curtains: which is correct?
Of course, there is no strict rule. You can choose one of the options that suits you.
1. Different models of curtains from the same fabric (for example, on one window - long, on the other - Roman).
2. Identical short curtains plus long drapery on one of the windows.
3. Curtains made of different fabrics of the same color.
4. One curtain is neutral and universal, the other - to match the color of the interior.
5. The curtains are different, but have something in common, having a connection: it can be a similar pattern, the same texture, the same finish, etc.
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Curtains for several windows: a few more recommendations
If the top edge of the windows is located at different heights, this can introduce a certain amount of visual chaos and create a cluttered appearance. You can, of course, hang curtains at different levels, but if you visually align the windows, the composition will be more harmonious. To do this, you need to place the cornices at the same distance from the ceiling. When deciding on the design of multi-level windows, be sure to consider this leveling scheme.
The smaller the room and the larger the windows, the lighter the curtains should be. This will avoid making the room visually smaller and making the atmosphere heavier.
If one or more windows are small in size and do not require curtains for the comfort of the household, you can (and probably even need to) leave them bare. There is no need to cover all the windows of the room with fabrics.
Layout options
The interiors of living rooms with two windows differ from each other at least in the location of the openings. Each layout has its own advantages, which you should definitely pay attention to.
Two windows on one wall
If you want to design a living room with 2 windows located next to each other, first of all pay attention to which side they face:
- eastern and southern windows on the same wall require thick curtains, blinds or tinting - otherwise your large living room in summer will look more like a sauna;
- the northern and western windows do not already receive a large amount of sunlight and natural light, so if the style allows, leave them completely open, or curtain them with light tulle.
The photo shows a spacious living room with thick curtains and plenty of natural light.
The next important nuance is the distance of the 2 windows from each other. Windows on the same wall, located close to each other, are designed as one: install a cornice along the width of the wall and hang uniform curtains and tulle.
If the distance is 40 cm or more, use this wall space to place pictures, a TV, or a lamp. You can also install a partition to turn one spacious living room into two rooms for different purposes.
Living room with 2 windows on opposite walls
A living room interior with two windows opposite each other is an extremely rare occurrence. In most cases, this is either an unusual project for a private house, or a complete redevelopment of a standard apartment.
One way or another, furnishing a room with opposite windows is not easy: if there is a long wall between them and it is enough to accommodate a sofa, choose a symmetrical layout. There is a sofa in the center against the wall, a table next to it, and armchairs or comfortable chairs on the sides. Lamps and other accessories should also be paired, mirrored.
The photo shows an example of a symmetrical layout
Two windows on adjacent walls
Living rooms with two windows on different walls are not uncommon for corner apartments. The main disadvantage of the layout is the difficulty of placing a sofa, wardrobe and other large furniture.
But two end windows provide the longest possible daylight hours - when the sun hides in one, it appears in the other.
The photo shows modern modular furniture in the hall
The design of a living room with two windows involves the active use of the angle between them. So that the space is not empty, it is filled:
- TV;
- floor lamp;
- corner furniture;
- a large flower in a pot;
- vase;
- an aquarium.
Important! It is not recommended to place a sofa in the corner under the window sills - opening and washing the transoms will be extremely inconvenient, and moving bulky furniture away will be difficult.
Two or more windows in a room: more design examples
Floors
When choosing materials used for flooring, the concept of the room must be taken into account. The floor should not be flashy.
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Loft style
It is better that the floors are natural. The ideal solution is parquet, because the room immediately becomes more solid. Budget option - laminate, linoleum, carpet.
