You need to be able to choose curtains for a large window correctly so that they are a logical continuation of the design solution. A true romantic's dream: build a house with access to a garden, light a fire in the fireplace and hang beautiful curtains on a large window. In the evenings, you can gather with your whole family near the crackling fire and listen to the singing of night birds. And in the morning, open the windows wide and fill the living room with air and sunlight. Yes, huge floor-to-ceiling windows fill any room with a unique charm and inspire designers to create incredible interiors.
How to properly decorate windows with curtains in a modern style
Making window decor with curtains correctly is not an easy task. It is necessary to take into account the size of the window, the style and functionality of the room. Curtains should fit harmoniously into the overall interior.
Basic moments:
- If you have an unusually decorated room or colorful wallpaper, you don’t need to choose fancy curtains. It is better if they are simple, without additional elements, and the emphasis is on the texture and color scheme of the fabric.
- Silk and synthetic curtain material will go well with matte wallpaper, and matte fabric will go with embossed wallpaper.
- A vertical pattern on the curtains will make the room appear taller.
- Horizontal - will add volume.
- For a large room with large windows, anything is suitable: any fabric, pattern, tassels.
- The best option for small rooms with a small window is plain tulle. To darken, take not heavy curtains, but Greek ones.
Window decoration in the bedroom
The most important purpose of curtains in the bedroom is to ensure comfortable sleep and relaxation. Whatever the curtains are, the fabric from which they are made must be light-proof and dense. And then the curtains will be able to provide comfortable rest, creating twilight, even during the daytime.
Roman curtains can be safely chosen for bedrooms where there is a small window. Through the rolled fabric, the sun's rays will not be able to penetrate into the bedroom, and the curtains will preserve the mystery of the created interior solution.
When decorating a window opening in the bedroom, the textiles chosen are the same as those on the bed. This is a popular design technique that recreates a complete, harmonious picture.
Curtains can be made from the same material as the soft headboard of the bed. It is not necessary to use tulle in the bedroom; its purpose is purely aesthetic.
A bedroom with a bay window is a difficult option to implement. In this area you can place roller blinds or blinds, and the room is decorated with curtains of darker shades.
Screen canvases will look aesthetically pleasing and beneficial in semicircular rooms. It is better to use translucent material.
Curtain options
Window openings can be decorated in different styles: classic, electric, art deco, minimalism. There are many types of curtains that suit all styles and meet the latest fashion trends.
Curtains
Curtains made of light fabric (tulle, veil, organza). Curtains allow you to bring any idea to life. They not only cover the window, but also create comfort. They may have a pattern or design, the main feature is their lightness, so the shades of colors should be gentle, bed-like.
In addition to beauty, curtains also have useful functions:
- protection from view from the street;
- scattering of sunlight.
When choosing, you should consider: what care is required, how the fabric looks after washing, whether it allows air and light to pass through, whether it fades or not.
Curtains can be lowered to the floor or not reaching it, they can be hung in waves or tautly, it all depends on desire. They will fit into any room.
Curtains
For curtains, thick, opaque material or lined fabric is used.
Curtains should look voluminous; density is important in them. They come in both heavy (velvet, tapestry, jacquard) and light (cotton, linen, silk).
Designers often combine them with upholstery of upholstered furniture in the interior. They look impressive with pleats or ties.
When choosing, it is necessary to take into account the care requirements, the degree of light and air transmission.
Their main task is protection from the sun and light coming from the street..
In addition, they are used as decor; window communications are hidden behind them.
With lambrequins
Lambrequin - design of the horizontal top of the window. It can be hard and soft, geometric shapes and gentle waves.
Lambrequin is used to hide the imperfections of a window opening and as decoration. It looks great with curtains decorated with braid or embroidery. Suitable for rooms with high ceilings.
Curtains with a bright pattern look very impressive with a lambrequin, in combination with walls of plain, light shades. Fits well into a classic interior. Suitable for rooms with different functional purposes.
On the eyelets
Eyelets are very popular due to their ease of care and variety of options. They suit different styles and all kinds of design solutions. After washing, they are easy to hang, as the curtains have rings that fit onto the curtain rod.
Rings are made from materials such as wood, plastic, metal. If the curtains are light, then it is better to use plastic eyelets; they are inexpensive and do not corrode, unlike metal ones.
Wooden ones are environmentally friendly and suitable for lovers of all things natural. They harmonize well with country style.
If the curtains are heavy, then metal rings are needed.
Modern technologies have made it possible to create not only round rings, but also different geometric shapes.
An important point when using such curtains is the choice of cornice, which should also be combined with the overall design of the room.
To make the curtains on the eyelets look luxurious, you should take into account the following points - the rings are the color of the main material of the curtains or contrast with them.
The curtains should be 1.5 times longer than the cornice, then they will fold beautifully.
Sliding
Sliding model - fits well into any room and combines with different styles. They are practical and versatile. There are a large number of options: plain, with a pattern, and any quality. Design solutions are limitless:
- two stripes going down and gathered;
- assembled with interceptions and clamps;
- decorated with fringe and tassels.
Curtains can be opened in different ways:
- using the curtains themselves is not convenient and the fabric can be damaged;
- mechanically - movement occurs using a cord;
- electric - an electric drive is used.
Sheer tulle
Rooms where window openings are decorated only with tulle look original and modern. Tulle will not darken the room, but will protect from the sun and from views from the street
Often designers use a technique in which tulle smoothly transitions from windows to walls; this looks good in a nursery or bedroom. Especially if its color is snow-white or pastel colors.
The combination of tulle with heavy curtains is perfect for the living room; airy tulle will give the interior lightness and weightlessness. It is important that the tulle matches the main curtains. If the curtains are bright in color, with a pattern, then the tulle should be plain.
Today, tulle can be selected for any interior, as there are many types: organza, mesh, veil. There are thick and thin ones, in different colors, with patterns and embroidery.
Combined
The combined model of curtains is used for rooms with several windows. Window openings designed in various ways look harmonious, but it is better to use one fabric to support the overall interior and create the integrity of the room.
Designers often combine sliding curtains for large windows and Roman curtains for narrow ones. Sliding curtains on one side and a lambrequin on the other will be effective in the living room, especially if they are in harmony with upholstered furniture.
Another trick of the designers is curtains made of different types of fabrics and different colors combined together. When choosing them, you need to consider: the style of the room, the texture of the fabric, the color. Combined options are especially suitable for large windows.
Color palette of curtains and tulle
When decorating the windows of a hall or living room with curtains, the choice of color palette plays an important role. Sheer white tulle is the perfect backdrop to pair with curtains. It sets off colored and plain fabrics well.
White color has shades:
- when adding a yellow color, the curtain will be milky or cream-colored; such options are suitable for designs in warm colors;
- tulle fabric or pearl shade perfectly adapts to the calm palette of curtains in pastel colors;
- pearl gray tone looks great with dark red, emerald green or night curtains in sapphire shades, but it cannot be combined with other light colors, the tulle will look old or dusty;
- The crystal white tone always looks flawless, combining perfectly with the cool shades of blue.
Tulle sheets are the center of any curtain composition. A beautiful translucent curtain with an expressive pattern is enough to replace the multi-layered decor of a large window opening with a balcony door.
In classic interiors, light colors are preferred. Dark tulle looks extravagant, especially if it is the same color as the curtains, as in the photo of the interior with unusual curtains.
What is better to choose: plain material or with a pattern?
The most advantageous ones are plain curtains; they are easy to fit into any design and are suitable for rooms with all kinds of prints and textures. Color range from light to dark. An unmistakable choice of curtain color will be a shade that harmonizes with the upholstery and carpets.
For small rooms, the ideal color is identical to the color of the walls; this will visually increase the space.
When choosing curtains with a pattern, you should especially take a closer look at geometric patterns, which are now in trend. It is necessary to combine the ornament with upholstery on furniture and carpets.
It is important, when using such curtains, not to overload the interior with color shades and textures.
In a room with plain, light wallpaper, bright curtains or with a pattern will fit well; they will become the center of the composition of the room. This is clearly visible in the photo.
Recommendations for choosing night curtains
Some tips for choosing wisely:
- To provide additional darkness in the room, you should hang thicker fabrics that can serve as a barrier to sunlight.
- It is also necessary to take into account the practicality of the fabric, ease of care and its resistance to ultraviolet rays. The best options are linen, jacquard or blackout.
- Night curtains should be functional. Therefore, such paintings require especially strong frames.
- For small rooms, short options are chosen; for spacious rooms, these can be long night curtains to the floor.
Decoration of non-standard windows
Curtains not only decorate the window, but they can also be used to correct the shortcomings of window openings. Correctly selected curtains will hide any non-standard features. It is important to skillfully apply the secrets of window decoration.
The window is not centered on the wall
The best option for decorating such windows is a full-wall cornice on which combined curtains are located. An option is tulle and one wide curtain, tied to the side where it covers the wall. The use of different fittings and colors allows you to fit such curtains into rooms with different functions.
Big windows
If the window is large and does not look good in the overall interior of the room, the ideal option is two curtains on the sides with lambrequins. Vertical strips of fabric will cover part of the opening from the sides, and the lambrequin will become a distracting element, all this will lead to the effect of making the window smaller. In addition, curtains with a large pattern also lead to a visual reduction in the window.
Low option
The visual effect of enlarging the window is achieved if the curtains protrude significantly beyond the boundaries of the window opening and the cornice is installed 20 or 40 cm above the window, and the curtains are long, reaching to the floor. This is clearly visible in the photo.
Narrow windows
Narrow windows are often found in kitchens. The ideal way to widen a window opening is to hang a curtain rod longer than the window, perhaps on the entire wall. Thick curtains look good together with tulle; when opened, they will be placed on the walls, thereby making the window wider.
Designers often resort to using Roman blinds when decorating narrow windows. Also, use the option with one curtain, grabbed at the window level in one direction. The resulting diagonal changes the geometry of the opening.
Varieties
Divided into two groups:
- Open ones are the simplest models, in which there are no guides and a box hiding the metal shaft. Suitable for installation in doorways and window sashes. This system, similar to ordinary blinds, is controlled by a chain and is more cost-effective than others.
- Cassette or closed type are equipped with a decorative box called a cassette, where the textile fabric and the roller itself are hidden when twisted. Cassette roller blinds are best suited for installation on plastic windows, when it is important to avoid drilling holes in the frame.
Roller blinds open system
Roller blinds closed system
Depending on the purpose and features of use, there are different types of roller systems:
- “Standard” is a suitable choice for double-hung windows.
- “Lux” is a reinforced design for decorating large openings.
- “Uni” is a system that is characterized by a tight fit of the textile strip to the glass and eliminates sagging of the material. Suitable for windows whose sashes are often opened or tilted for ventilation.
- “Mini” is the simplest and most economical model. Suitable for mounting on a blind or opening sash, it is convenient and easy to install.
Due to their ability to reflect, scatter and absorb sunlight, rolls of canvas for window decoration are called light filters.
Transparent
Dim Out
Black Out
Day-night system
The following varieties are distinguished:
- Translucent ones partially transmit light and retain heat. Most often, models made from this material are combined with a traditional curtain.
- Dim Out – reflective system. The canvas is protected by a special layer that acts on the rays of the sun, like a mirror.
- Black Out is impenetrable matter. Such fabric can provide absolute light insulation and reduce indoor temperature by 20-22%.
- The Day-Night system represents an alternation of transparent and light-opaque horizontal stripes on one canvas. As a rule, these products do not need to be twisted.
Design options for floor-length and short curtains
Floor-length curtains are a classic, they look attractive and are suitable for all rooms (bedroom, living room, kitchen) and different styles. They can be made of material of different quality and in different design solutions.
Short curtains are popular because of their practicality and variety of styles. They are suitable for Provence, rustic and classic styles. Fits perfectly into the kitchen, bedroom, children's room. Advantages of such curtains:
- open access to the window;
- cost savings;
- less susceptible to contamination.
Kitchen ideas
Large window openings are rarely found in new high-rise buildings; they are rather an exclusive attribute of country houses and ancient architectural buildings. The presence of such windows in a home simply obliges the owner to approach their design with all seriousness.
When choosing curtains for large or tall windows, you should take into account quite a few factors:
- Purpose of the premises.
- Side of the world.
- Functionality of curtains.
The design of window space in the kitchen has not only a decorative purpose. should be not only beautiful, but also practical to care for. Most often, housewives prefer Roman or roller blinds for large windows in the kitchen area. And such a choice is always justified. They take up little space, allow you to adjust the width of the opening and do not block access to the window sill. can support any interior style and are perfectly combined with other fabrics.
Design options for one curtain
One-sided curtains are especially suitable for classic, country and Provence styles. Such curtains must be complemented by asymmetry in the interior of the room itself. The positive side of this model:
- minimum material;
- easy to use, it is secured with a clamp and can be opened if necessary;
- does not retain sunlight or air;
- allows you to significantly change the interior of the room.
One-sided curtains are suitable for both a large hall and a small kitchen.
Sliding
The sliding type of curtains involves opening the curtains on the sides of the window. As a rule, the upper part of such curtains is fixed vertically to the cornice. Sliding curtains can be adjusted in width and height.
Photo curtains
This is a fairly new type of curtains for the Russian market. For their manufacture, dense opaque fabrics are used, for example, darkened or satin. For those who like to sleep in the morning, these tents will be a pleasant surprise. The design is applied to the fabric using digital printing.
Therefore, you can make almost any design you like on curtains to order. In addition, manufacturers produce bed linen and tablecloths with photo prints, which allows the composition to be linked together in the interior. The curtains move to the sides like regular straight curtains.
Thread curtains (muslin)
This curtain is made of heavy silk threads. Due to the weight, the threads do not get tangled. Thread curtains can also be used for decorating doors or zoning in the interior
Japanese curtains
This type of tent has a rigid structure. Curtains are attached to the frame. Typically the width of the tape does not exceed 1 meter. Japanese curtains are not adjustable in height, but are shifted according to the width of the window. Such curtains are very similar to screens, which are used as light partitions in a room. The use of Japanese curtains is appropriate in the interior and in Japanese minimalism.
Blinds
Increasingly, designers are choosing fashionable curtains instead of traditional ones in a modern-style living room (photo below). This is especially true for minimalistic and modern interiors, where the amount of finishing is minimized and there is no need to create comfort in the traditional sense - with the help of an abundance of multi-layered fabrics.
Shutters are made from a variety of materials: plastic, bamboo, wood, aluminum, fabric and even paper. Structurally, they can be vertical or horizontal. The first ones move in one direction or from the center in different directions; the slats can be rotated 180 degrees. The seconds rotate around their axis, adjusting the amount of light entering the room, and rise up.
Cafe curtains
This type of curtain includes short curtains, the length of which does not fall below the upper edge of the window sill. Cafe curtains are attached to a cornice or strip located in the center of the window. The fabric can be thick or transparent. In addition, various decorative elements can be used: buttons, loops, loops, etc. The height of the bar curtains allows light to enter the window even when it is closed.
Crossed curtains
Sheets of this type of curtains are fixed on opposite sides of the cornice. The curtain fabric goes from intersection to intersection. Such curtains can consist of either halves or linen draped over a cornice.
Classic straight curtains
This type of curtains is the most common. Classic straight curtains consist of thick curtains and light curtains mounted vertically on a curtain rod. You can use lined curtains.
Interior decoration without curtains
In modern interiors, curtains are often not used when decorating windows, especially if it faces a loggia. There are several ways to decorate a window without curtains:
- special sun protection film - it is applied to glass (panoramic windows);
- mirror glass - have good light characteristics;
- frosted or light-diffusing opaque glass - makes the room brighter;
- window tinting - relevant for the bathroom;
- blinds;
- Electromechanical windows are an innovation; by pressing a button the window becomes opaque, but they are expensive.
You can also decorate a window using a created composition that changes according to your mood.
Cons of panoramic windows
Panoramic designs have disadvantages. For example, heat loss in an apartment. Even if double-glazed windows with good thermal insulation characteristics are inserted into the windows, their performance is lower than that of a block or brick wall. Sometimes the problem is solved by installing windows with a wall, but this looks ineffective.
In addition, you need to take into account that such windows are much more difficult to clean. Often you have to hire professionals for the job, which entails costs. In a house where there are small children, such windows are unsafe.
This option is more suitable for a studio than a family home.
Fashion trends in design
Over time, fashion changes, including window decoration. Designers have developed new models corresponding to the times. Should be considered:
- presence of volume in the model and originality in drapery;
- rich colors;
- the key point is the use of natural fabrics.
Roller curtains and Roman models remain in fashion. Curtains with large patterns are also in trend now. Complementing the composition with accessories is another plus (tiebacks, bows, fringe, hairpins).
Designer fantasies - options
The window provides endless possibilities for imagination and the embodiment of ideas; there is nothing impossible or forbidden in its design, and this is clearly visible in the photo.
At all times, people have tried to decorate windows, and today attention is also focused on them, because they are the eyes of the house. It is the design of the window that is the final touch to the interior of the room and gives it comfort.
