A bay window is a part of a room of a rectangular, semicircular or multifaceted shape, protruding beyond the plane of the walls. A bay window makes the room look more interesting and improves its illumination. But if you do not play with it correctly, there is a possibility that it will turn into an architectural element devoid of meaning. Therefore, when choosing curtains for it, you should take into account not only the features of the glazing, but also the purpose of the room. We offer you a selection of photos with ideas for designing curtains for bay windows in the living room, bedroom and kitchen.
Recommendations for choosing curtains
A few recommendations to consider when choosing curtains:
- First of all, you need to pay attention to the general style of the room and its purpose.
- You should also consider the parameters of bay windows. It is important that the entire composition looks harmonious.
- In projections with two or three windows, it is better to decorate each plane with separate curtains.
- For a round bay window, solid panels on a flexible cornice are perfect.
Advantages
The benefits that bay windows bring to a home.
- Extra space. A protrusion from the wall adds volume. It will serve as a cozy area for relaxation or work.
- Ability to let in a lot of natural light. The angled design helps you get it from all sides.
- Beautiful facade. Modern, improved building design.
- Additional ventilation of rooms. The central window is usually fixed, and the side windows are working and ventilate the room.
Aesthetically designed apartments with a bay window attract buyers, therefore their value increases significantly. The investment in installing the right bay windows will quickly pay for itself.
What types of curtains are best to use for bay windows?
The following types of curtains are used to decorate bay windows:
- Roman. Quite a universal option. The canvases are fixed in the required position and create neat folds.
- Tulle. Curtains give this window projection a special lightness and allow you to further expand the space.
- Curtains. They will be a win-win solution for any bay window and will undoubtedly make it the main accent of the entire room.
- Rolled. Sun blinds are a very convenient and functional design option; they significantly save space in the room and do not overload it.
- Blinds. Horizontal, vertical slats or pleated blinds will be the most economical bay window design. Thanks to the huge variety of materials and colors, they can be matched to any interior.
- French. They are perfect for original shaped windows. French curtains form graceful, picturesque folds and attract attention.
- Austrian. They create heavier draperies that also fit elegantly and beautifully into this window design.
- Kiseya. It looks light and impressive and does not weigh down the bay window.
The photo shows a bay window decorated with light curtains of a light shade.
How to install a flexible curtain rod
Flexible curtain rods are a new direction in window design; they open up many possibilities for imagination; they can be given any shape. Made from flexible aluminum or plastic.
Such cornices are attached both to the ceiling and to the wall. They are mounted on special brackets, the standard distance between them is 50 cm. When using heavy curtains, the step should be taken less.
The advantage of flexible curtain rods:
- reliable fixation and ease of movement of curtains;
- do not accumulate dirt and do not require complex care;
- occupy a minimum of space;
- ease of installation;
- the ability to increase or decrease the design at any time;
- durable and elastic;
- environmentally friendly.
The disadvantage of flexible curtain rods is that their installation will require cosmetic repairs.
Curtain sizes
The length depends not only on personal preferences and the design of the room, but also on the purpose of the room.
Short (to the window sill)
Shortened curtains allow you to functionally use the window sill, place various furniture near the window opening and simply save space in a small room.
The photo shows a kitchen in light colors and short curtains on the bay window.
Long
Such canvases look more presentable and give the interior a special chic.
The photo shows the living room and bay windows, decorated with long dark curtains with tulle.
Materials
Window frames are assembled from plastic or wooden profiles. Bay window openings allow you to combine double-glazed windows at the desired angle, the range of which is 90 – 180 degrees. It will depend on the curve of the façade and the number of sashes.
It will be correct to choose profile models with a large number of chambers, from 3 to 6. Condensation does not form in multi-chamber windows.
Types of bay windows
There are main types of bay windows:
- Classical. Quite often found in modern architecture. A classic bay window implies the presence of at least three sides, and it can also have the shape of a semicircle. To decorate this window opening, almost all types of curtains are used.
- Half-bay window. Better known as a corner bay window. Curtains allow you to correct its slightly irregular shape and correctly emphasize such an exotic architectural idea in the interior.
Operating rules
The operating rules for bay window cornices do not differ significantly from those that apply to cornices for ordinary windows.
- The correct distribution of brackets is every meter or one and a half. This will ensure the reliability of the design. They are fastened outside the window opening so that the curtains, when opened, provide full access to light.
- There should be at least 2 cm from the tip of the cornice to the wall - this way the room will not appear smaller than its actual size.
- The size of the curly tips is taken into account when selecting the size of the structure.
- For high windows (10-20 cm to the ceiling), it is better to choose ceiling retaining structures.
- Regular care of your curtain rods will help maintain their appearance for a long time. A vacuum cleaner and a wet rag will help!
Today you can choose cornices for a bay window that will ideally fit into any interior niche of any shape and size.
Bay windows are the highlight of the interior. With a competent approach to design, they will delight you with their beauty and originality.
Bay window shapes
Basic geometric shapes.
Triangular (for 2 windows)
The bay window is triangular in shape and can be decorated with any configuration of curtains made from various fabrics. Most often, curtain rods are installed along the sides of the triangle.
The photo shows the interior of the bedroom and the curtains on the triangular bay window.
Rectangular or trapezoidal (for 3 windows)
For decoration, classic curtains with a lambrequin, Roman, French, Austrian curtains or various sun protection options are suitable. Fabric models allow you to smooth out the pronounced corners of the bay window. A rectangular bay window shape can be formed by redevelopment and combination with a loggia or balcony.
Round
Known as the Venetian bay window, thanks to its glazing with large or panoramic windows, it is an elegant design object.
The photo shows a bedroom with a round bay window, decorated with a combination of curtains and curtains.
Polygonal (4 windows or more)
Due to the unusual protrusion, a lot of light and space is organized in the room. For such a wide bay window, curtains for each window sash are suitable.
The photo shows Roman blinds on each window of a polygonal bay window.
Where is it installed?
For civilian objects, this design is borrowed from military construction.
The following construct is introduced:
- on balconies;
- to country houses and dachas;
- for glazing terraces, verandas and winter gardens;
- as a façade element for other types of objects.
Installation is carried out according to strictly individual measurements in full compliance with GOST rules. Assembly technology - connecting a chain of windows at a selected angle (common positions are 90, 135 and 150 degrees) using an appropriate connecting profile. It allows the bay window to bend up to 180 degrees.
Important: the window system requires high-quality waterproofing of joints. This is the only way the room will be protected from moisture and gusts of wind.
Ideas in the interior of rooms
This type of bay window gives a lot of different ideas for creating a unique interior.
Living room or hall
Classic curtains will look especially elegant and will highlight the entire design. They will complement the interior and will not weigh it down. For living rooms with a lot of furniture, shortened versions of curtains mounted on the ceiling are perfect.
The photo shows a living room in a modern classic style and curtains on the bay windows.
Kitchen and dining room
Kitchens in houses of the P44T series are characterized by triangular, trapezoidal or corner projections. If there is a work area near the windows, then it is better to choose short models of curtains reaching the window sill. For a bay window area with a dining table, you can use long curtains or curtains.
Bedroom
Most often, night curtains made of thick materials or curtains are used. They fit especially well into the interior, smooth out the shape of bay windows and harmonize the overall appearance of the room.
Children's
For decorating a nursery, both models that do not allow light to pass through, such as blinds or roller blinds, or a traditional combination of curtains with tulle, veil or organza are suitable.
The photo shows a children's room and a half-bay window, decorated with light curtains in combination with tulle.
Wooden house
Light, weightless flowing curtains on a bay window ledge in a wooden house will fit perfectly into the overall decor and combine all the windows into one composition.
Design options in various styles
The decor of bay windows should also match the style of the room.
- Provence. Linen curtains with floral motifs or decorated with embroidery and various laces look especially elegant. They transmit light perfectly and do not weigh down the window ledge.
- Classic. Thick curtains with massive folds in combination with tulle, decorated with lambrequins, tassels, tiebacks or other decorative elements, can change the atmosphere in the room and make it more solemn.
- Modern. For bay windows in a modern style, laconic and practical plain curtains in pastel colors, Roman shades or blinds are suitable. They create maximum free space and perfectly complement the overall look of the room.
The photo shows Roman blinds on the bay windows in the living room in a modern style.
Bay window curtain design
Various creative ideas allow you to create even more interesting bay window curtain designs.
- Combined. Two-color curtains will be a special decoration for such a window projection and will give it exclusivity.
- With a semicircular top. They resemble an arch and allow you to add a new sound to the already familiar design of the room.
- Asymmetry. Creates a light and playful interior, and brings a little dynamism to it.
Color spectrum
The color palette can create a special atmosphere in the room.
- Beige. They bring warmth, regularity and comfort to the room, and create a peaceful atmosphere in it.
- Blue. They saturate the space with air and fill it with lightness and purity.
- Reds. Red curtains will emphasize the significance of the interior and help achieve a stunning effect in the room.
- Pink. Cloudless pink color creates a sophisticated and inviting room design.
- Gray. They go well with both cold and warm shades and harmoniously connect them into a single whole.
- Green. They evoke pleasant emotions and add brightness and freshness to the room.
- Brown. They warm the interior, make it more rich and unusual.
The photo shows a living room and gray Roman blinds on a trapezoidal bay window.
Curtain decor
Interesting curtain decor creates a stylish and fashionable interior.
- Lambrequin. Bay windows, decorated with a soft or hard gang lambrequin, look especially elegant and luxurious.
- Eyelets. Uniform folds allow the curtain structure to fit harmoniously into the bay window ledge.
- With brushes. Curtains decorated with tassels acquire an original appearance, due to which the interior begins to play with new colors.
