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If you’re looking for living room curtain ideas that thrill from top to toe, we’ve got it all wrapped up. 

Curtain choices can make or break your living room ideas. Not only do they take up a large surface area, but they are responsible for regulating the all important natural light flow in the room. 

With seemingly endless options available for not just fabric and pattern, but headings and linings too, it can feel like a substantial task.

For drapery dreamers who aren’t sure where to start, we’ve asked the experts to unravel their favorite living room curtain ideas and have found some stunning examples of living spaces that have got it just right. 

1. Merge into the walls with soft neutrals 

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‘Curtains are an investment, so opting for a neutral palette will give your chosen design a longer life,’ says John Smigielski, marketing director at Linwood . ‘For a look that’s stylish and quietly confident, choose an almost identical colour for both walls and curtains. The drapes will merge into the overall room, creating a feeling of being hardly there but also adding a gentle softness.’ 

A neutral combination such as this can be seen in this living room by interior designer Amanda Evans . Neutral curtains are a great choice for small living room ideas too, as they will keep the room feeling light, bright and as big as possible.

2. Create a contrast to the wall color

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Spent ages nailing down your perfect living room paint ideas? Well, when it comes to choosing the curtains, feel free to throw out the swatches and start again from scratch. If you’ve gone for colored walls, consider heading to the other side of the color wheel for drape inspiration and choose a contrasting shade to enliven your scheme. 

In this room by interior designer Kit Kemp, powder blue grasscloth walls are contrasted with patterned, pale pink curtains. To keep the room from feeling too sugary sweet, the duo are paired with crisp whites and modern graphic prints. 

3. Get your fabric right

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When thinking about how to design a living room, carefully choosing your textiles should be a priority – and getting the material right for your curtain style is crucial to the end result. 

‘The right fabric is an essential part of choosing your curtains,’ says Harry Cole, Founder of Loom & Last . ‘Whether you opt for plain or pattern, light or heavyweight, the fabric dictates the overall finish so it’s important to know what style you’re looking for.’ 

In this room, a beachy feel is conjured through candy-striped drapes in a light fabric. ‘For a softer and more relaxed look, opt for sheer, lightweight fabrics in cream or off-white tones. Those on the hunt for ‘formal’ traditional curtains or living room drapes should look for sturdier fabrics such as velvet.' 

4. Go big with patterns

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If you’ve been blessed with a larger living space, don’t be afraid to go big with your curtain’s print.  

‘The scale of your chosen pattern influences everything, from the room’s focal point to its sense of proportion,’ says Smigielski. ‘A large-scale design such as Louis from Linwood’s Belleville collection will transform any window into a showstopper.’ 

The floral design, pictured above, is teamed here with a bright yellow wall, but can make even more of a statement in a pale colored room. ‘The look is ideal for large windows where the repeat can be appreciated in all its glory,’ adds Smigielski.  

5. Pair your heading with your overall style

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It’s not just the curtain itself you need to think about, but how to hang it too. There are myriad heading styles to choose from, so think about which one suits your room best.

‘This mostly comes down to personal taste and preference but there are options to consider,’ says Cole. ‘Modern in appearance, eyelet or wave headers are best for contemporary living spaces, they also fold back effortlessly making them ideal for smaller spaces with compact windows. For traditional schemes or period properties, pencil pleat and double pleat headings will complement your windows and hang nicely with a neat finish.’

  6. Tie in colors from around the room

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Thanks to their size, curtains have a big part to play in living room color schemes.

‘Curtains act as an anchor to the overall scheme and can elevate the look and finish of a space,’ say Jenna Choate and Mariana Ugarte, Co-Founders at Interior Fox . ‘When selecting a fabric, make sure to consider how it looks when the curtains are open as well as closed. We like to choose a fabric that is within the same colour group as the walls, this makes the room feel much brighter and open.’ 

If you want to step away from your wall color, but still keep your curtains in keeping with the rest of the room, tie it in with a color accent that repeats throughout the space. Here, dark blue is used repeatedly in the soft furnishings for a consistent scheme, a stylish look for modern curtain ideas.

7. Pick a pelmet 

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If you thought pelmets had been consigned to the history books. Trends like cottagecore have seen the heading style – made with stiffened fabric that covers the top of the curtain – return in a big way. 

‘Pelmets are often thought to be old fashioned and fussy, however in the right setting and with the right fabrics they can finish off a pair of curtains perfectly,’ says Kit Kemp . ‘By using the space above the window encasement, this invites the eye to journey up, elongating the height of the room further.’

‘If you are going to use pelmets, make sure you have very tall windows and an abundance of natural light so as not to darken the room.’ 

8. Double up with a sheer layer

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Twitching the net curtains has never been so cool – that is to say, that using a sheer curtain under your main drapes is a living room trend once again. 

‘Sheer curtains are back, but not just as stand alone,’ says Choate and Ugarte. ‘As interior designers, we are increasingly using a layered technique in our client’s homes. Sheer fabrics work well underneath a much thicker curtain, adding texture and interest into the space. We find this style of window dressing works best in cosier spaces such as the living room or bedroom.’ 

9. Use banded drapes to play with proportions 

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Curtains can also become an optical illusion. Think about using bands or color blocks not just to create interest, but to alter the sense of proportional space in the living room. Using a lighter color at the top and a darker one below will make the room feel taller, while a darker top can help balance a bottom-heavy space. 

If you have lots of visual interest courtesy of your living room furniture ideas in the lower half of the room, try balancing that out with a colored top. In this living room, a white curtain with a yellow upper section brings the sunshine-like accents elsewhere in the room to above eye level.  

10. Create a cozy corner with an internal curtain

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Curtains aren’t just for windows. Like a screen or window wall, curtains can be used to section off parts of a large living room or even in place of a door to close the whole space to the outside world. 

This works really well with broken plan living room ideas, where you may want to create a bit of privacy for a living room area that is connected to a kitchen. It’s also a great way to combat any drafts that run through a large home in the winter months. 

11. Add elegance with ombré

(Image credit: Curtains in Horizon Mushroom fabric by James Hare)

Neutral living rooms can run the risk of feeling soulless, but adding plenty of texture through fabrics and furnishings is an effective way of bringing them to life.

Featuring a soft ombré effect, these full-length drapes in James Hare's Horizon fabric, make a beautiful focal point in this Georgian living room, and bring elegance with their luxurious texture and subtle variations in tone.

'Horizon is an ombré panel combining the luxurious fibres of silk and wool, which give it an incredible drape and handle,' says Saffron Hare, creative director of James Hare . 'The subtle graduation of colour through the panel makes a stunning statement as curtains especially in rooms with high ceilings.'  

12. Choose neutral curtains in colorful rooms

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'I always opt for neutral curtains if there's a lot of color and pattern in the room already,' explains Emma Deterding, founder and creative director of Kelling Designs . 'Not only does this help to balance the scheme, but if you have spectacular views out the window, then this will allow them to flow into the room making the room feel a lot larger.'

By choosing plain drapes in this colorful living room, Emma Deterding has allowed the spotlight to remain on the vibrant sofa and accessories, while the addition of a subtle curtain trim gently echoes the pattern throughout the room.

13. Liven things up with geometrics

(Image credit: Styling Katrin Cargill / photograph jan Baldwin)

Simple geometric prints in botanical greens are a great way to bring an uplifting, playful feel to a white living room, as demonstrated in this scheme. 

Made in Schumacher's Full Circle fabric in Jungle, these curtains bring a pop of pattern and color whilst maintaining a bright and airy feel.

Simple and timeless, the print pairs well with lots of other patterns, such as the Albaicin Palm fabric by Rapture & Wright on the chair, plus it co-ordinates beautifully with the shapely Julian Chichester lamp and Porta Romana side table. 

14. Bring wow factor with a colorful patchwork

(Image credit: Styling Claudia Bryant / photograph Polly Wreford)

For those confident with color, choosing a bold fabric can make a real statement as a drape.

A riot of color reminiscent of Joseph's technicolor dream coat, Pierre Frey's Festival multicolore fabric perfectly brings together all the vibrant tones in this artistic scheme while the patchwork feel helps soften the bold shapes throughout the room.  

15. Bring calm with sheer curtains

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Curtains can have a big impact on the look and feel of your space. If creating a calm atmosphere is your priority you can't go wrong with timeless, floaty fabrics says Hayley McAfee, design director at Villa Nova . 

'Sheers and lightweight fabrics made from natural fibres would be the best option for a relaxed, soft and floaty look,' she says. 'These types of fabrics are naturally floaty and drape exceptionally well. Linen is also a great choice - its natural texture adds a wonderful softness to a space.'

17. Soften a room with delicate drapes

(Image credit: Project by Corine Maggio of CM Natural Designs / photograph Jessica Glynn)

With their gentle pleats, curtains in light fabrics are a brilliant way to add instant softness to a room, which is useful in spaces which have strong lines and tonal contrasts. 

'Beyond its obvious functional qualities of room darkening and privacy, drapery is a useful design tool to soften a space and give it more height,' says Corine Maggio, interior designer and founder of CM Natural Designs .  

'In this room the drapery also offers a softening of the otherwise high contrast elements in the space and ties in the light ocean blue of the rug.' While the fabric appears a delicate blue shade, 'up close you'd see that it's actually a thin stripe which offers a necessary subtle texture since the other large elements, the sofa and chair, are solid,' adds Corine Maggio. 

17. Temper dark walls with patterned curtains

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While dark living rooms can feel wonderfully cosy, they can sometimes feel overpowering. Adding curtains in a floral fabric will instantly make dark walls feel less austere, we will opting for a pale wood flooring and light living room furniture.

If you're looking for cottage curtains then florals are an obvious choice, says fabric designer Vanessa Arbuthnott but be sure to think about scale. 'Scale is important, don't choose anything too big – instead try fabrics with smaller prints such as my Cow Parsley and Dainty Daisy, spots such as Pretty Maids and May Blossom would also look perfect. '

Featuring a graphic, botanical design, this Flora & Fauna fabric from Vane ssa Arbuthnott softens this cottage living room and brings natural charm without feeling overly chintzy. 

What type of curtain is best for a living room? 

When choosing fabric for a living room curtain, it’s really down to what overarching style you want to create in the space. For more traditional rooms, make a traditional choice: heavy velvet will channel a luxurious feel in large, high-ceilinged living rooms, but for a more contemporary feel, choose lightweight alternatives. 

‘For a timeless window dressing solution that feels stylish and considered, we’d recommend opting for a lightweight, natural material such as a cotton/linen blend,’ say Choate and Ugarte. We find this gives a relaxed and versatile look to the room that will stand the test of time. It is best to steer away from man-made fabrics such as polyester as these can often have a sheen that feels low quality.’

What is new in living room curtains? 

With curtains, it’s not so much a case of what’s new, but more of what’s coming back. Sheer curtains are no longer made of chintzy netting, but are now part of a bright and breezy layering aesthetic. Think a double layer of curtains, with a sheer layer closer to the window, chosen in pale neutrals and complemented with decor filled with natural materials. Use tie tops for some extra contemporary clout and a rustic feel. 

More traditional headings are making a comeback too. Pair a pelmet top with contemporary patterns and bright colors to freshen up this throwback structure – just remember to allow for as much light to get into the room as possible. 

Ailis started out at British GQ, where a month of work experience turned into 18 months of working on all sorts of projects, writing about everything from motorsport to interiors, and helping to put together the GQ Food & Drink Awards. She then spent three years at the London Evening Standard, covering restaurants and bars. After a period of freelancing, writing about food, drink and homes for publications including Conde Nast Traveller, Luxury London and Departures, she started at Homes & Gardens as a Digital Writer, allowing her to fully indulge her love of good interior design. She is now a fully fledged food PR but still writes for Homes & Gardens as a contributing editor.

15 Best Living Room Curtain Ideas

While sourcing furniture for your living room may be your main concern, there are plenty of other crucial design elements to consider—and window treatments are certainly not one to overlook. When it comes to curtains, the options are seemingly endless. But since they're available in every style and at various price points, you can truly craft a look that fits your aesthetic and budget.

From semi-sheer white curtains, to blackout ones with patterned trim, to lively botanical drapery (that you might even consider hanging on a wall without a window!), we've laid out our favorite designer-approved living room curtain ideas to get you started. After a quick peruse through these designs, you'll have a vision in mind. Then you can start shopping the best places to buy curtains. Oh and once you have your hands on them, make sure to refer to our how to hang curtains guide for quick and smooth installation.

1

Plush Pink

Space Content Studio

Make your living room feel grand with floor-to-ceiling curtains, like the soft pink ones from Élitis in Carice van Houten and Guy Pearce's Amsterdam home designed by Nicole Dohmen of Atelier ND Interior. The colorful Kooij coffee table and opulent sofas boost the room's overall energetic yet lush feel.

2

Sleek Stripes

Thomas Loof

For a cohesive look, match the pattern of your curtains to some of the furniture and accessories in your living room. In this space designed by Ashley Whittaker, thin striped curtains complement striped chairs and throw pillows with a similar line design and color combo.

3

Botanical Detail

Maude McEvoy

Liven up your windows—or walls as Eliza Crater Harris, the chief creative officer of Sister Parish Design, did in her living room—with a bustling botanical print. Plenty of these patterns come in various colors to match your aesthetic, including the Titania fabric seen here.

4

Semi-Sheer White

Eric Piasecki

The easiest way to give your living room an airy, bright look is with sheer or semi-sheer white curtains. The breezy treatment can even help soften the line between the indoors and outdoors, as it does in this space decorated by David Mann.

5

Watercolor Effect

Brie Williams

Instead of a solid color, consider getting curtains with a simple abstract design. In designer Ariene Bethea's North Carolina home, she incorporated these blue and white curtains with what looks like brushstrokes of watercolor paint from Martha & Ash. It's intriguing but not overwhelming.

6

Off-White Backdrop

Hector M. Sanchez

Warm up stark white walls and bold furniture with off-white curtains, as designer Andrew Brown did in the living room of this Alabama home. Make them work twice as hard by placing sleek bookshelves in from of them so that the curtains also act as a backdrop to enticing decor.

7

Teal and Gold Linen

Read McKendree

Linen fabric with teal and gold accents makes an exception option for curtains in a colorful beach home. To ensure the owners of this Nantucket cottage could enjoy some privacy while basking in natural light, designer Kevin Isbell hung them about one-fourth of the way down and inside of the window frame.

8

Ombré

Brittany Ambridge

Ombré curtains allow for a very smooth transition from one color to the next, which can give your living room the pop of color it needs without being too in your face. The curtains in this Los Angeles home designed by Peti Lau nearly mimic a rushing waterfall.

9

Soft Blue

HEATHER HILLIARD

Set against classic blue grasscloth wallpaper and white trim, the soft blue curtains in this room by designer Heather Hilliard add elegance. The floral sofa and the green lucite coffee table are reminiscent of the California home's natural surroundings.

10

Cream With Fringe

Thomas Loof

Cream curtains with fringe trim make the living room in this Bahamian home by designer Matthew Carter feel extra cozy. The pale pink walls in Benjamin Moore’s Precocious and botanical prints boost the room's tropical yet elegant atmosphere.

11

Bright Orange

David A. Land

Make a bold statement with bright orange curtains and patterned trim, like the ones hanging in this room by that Chenault James designed for House Beautiful's Whole Home in 2019.

12

Heathered Gray

COURTESY OF NICOLE FRANZEN

Light gray curtains make the perfect backdrop for a chich living room filled with sleek furniture and sprinkled with metallic and velvet accents. Add a bit of checkered trim on either end of the curtains for a distinctive touch.

13

Pure Black

Courtesy of Thom Filicia

Dreamt up by designer Thom Filicia, this room features black curtains with a cream trim along the bottom. They're ideal for creating a moody, modern look in any space.

14

Color Block

STUDIO DB

If you're having a hard time deciding between two curtain colors, why not try both? A color block design allows you to feature one main color and another as a smaller border along the top or bottom, like this subtle option with neutrals in a small living room designed by Studio DB.

15

Cherry Red

Thomas Loof

Make a subtle impact on your living room with curtains that match the color of your walls, as designer Phillip Thomas did in this Upper East Side apartment. The bright red curtains perfectly match walls painted in Benjamin Moore's Ladybug Red with a high-gloss finish, giving them a slight softness.

Kelly Allen Associate Editor Kelly Allen is the current Associate Editor at House Beautiful, where she covers design, pop culture, and travel for digital and the print magazine.

how to use them in your living room

Just about anything you can do with drapery will look great in your living room. You can even hide dust, cobwebs and clutter with it! Draperies are the easiest way to transform a room from dull to chic. It is also one of the most economical options for adding privacy, light and glamor to any room. But draperies are complicated. You need to know how to choose and hang them correctly, especially if you have little or no experience with them. It is important to know what to look for and how to get the desired result at a reasonable price. So, read on and find out how to choose draperies that work for your space without breaking your budget.

Types of drapery

There are three main types of drapery that can be used in the living room: panel, set-in and roller. Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages. The choice depends on your needs and the characteristics of the room. Let's look at each of them.

Panel Draperies

They come in a wide range of fabrics and styles to match almost any decor in your home. Products are good because they cover the entire window, including the frame. This reduces the amount of dust settling on the windowsill and on the curtains themselves. Panel curtains also have a rod pocket at the top of each curtain so they can be easily hung from a rod. The only drawback is the density of the fabric. Curtains block light and make the room darker, preventing the sun's rays from penetrating inside. Panel models are great for bedrooms because they provide more privacy.

Slotted curtains

Inserted curtains are slightly lighter than panel curtains. They let light into the room. Draperies are made from fabric and can be dyed or draped to match your decor. If a lot of sunlight enters the room, choose denser fabrics. Otherwise, this is a good option for almost any room.

Roller blinds

This is the most popular decorative option for almost every room in the house. Although they are smaller than curtains with panels or cornices, they are more affordable. Roller blinds come in a huge range of styles and colors, making it easy to change the look of any room. Whether you're trying to block out drafts in the winter or keep out the sun in the summer, roller blinds are the way to go. They are also great for rooms with high ceilings, such as a living room or office.

How to hang drapes in your living room

How do you choose the draperies that will fit your room and stay within your budget? Follow the steps below.

  1. Select a style. If you have a standard room that you want to modernize, try a classic option like blackout panels. Or, if you have a more modern interior, try a retro-inspired fabric like stripes or polka dots.
  2. Select fabric. Remember that heavy fabrics block more light and make the room darker. If you want to make your living room open and airy, use a light and/or sheer curtain.
  3. Select how the window is to be decorated. Now that you know what to look for, you can look at different types of window treatments to see what will look best in your room. If you have a large window, you may want to look into paneled drapes or curtains with slits. If you have a small window or opening with a high ceiling, you'd better pay attention to roll models.
  4. Choose a cornice. Next, you need to choose a support on which the curtain will be held. Different types of rods come in different lengths and thicknesses. The choice depends on the size of the curtains. On sale there are also cornices that are more decorative than functional. For example, you can get a rod with a metallic finish or a floral pattern that will give your room more style.
  5. Hang up! Ready to try on your new curtains? Hang curtains so that they are at least three inches above the windowsill. You can also hang them so that they are flush with the window sill surface. This will allow air to circulate under the drapes without interference.
  6. Install blinds and curtains if you have them. Products will help block excess sun or wind during the day and let in light at night.

Classic curtain selection

How to choose curtains:

  1. Select the exact amount. This will help determine how much drapery and which ones you can afford. Remember that you don't have to spend a lot to get great results. The most expensive option is not always the best choice.
  2. Go shopping for material samples. Pick a few of the curtains you like the most and use them as inspiration for your fabric choices. This will help narrow your search and stay within budget.
  3. Choose quality over style. Remember that if you choose a cheaper fabric, you will have to put in the time and effort to make it look as good as if you chose something more expensive.
  4. Shop online or in the store. Nowadays, a huge number of draperies are presented in online stores and in the salons of most cities. Buy where you can easily exchange or return the product if you do not like it. This will save you money.
  5. Choose the right size. If you know the exact length and width of the curtain you need, you can buy ready-made draperies for less, as they are often on sale. It will be easier for you to install a cornice and hang standard curtains.

Catalog of curtains and tulle, see here.

How to Choose Roman Blinds

Follow these steps to choose the right Roman blinds for your room:

  1. Start with a budget. This will help you determine exactly which models you can afford. Good Roman blinds can be found in any price range if you approach the process correctly.
  2. Choose quality over style. Poor quality curtains will require some effort from you to make the window look nice and modern. It is better to choose a simpler, but high-quality model.
  3. Buy the right size. Measure your window and choose from our range of Roman blinds. They are always sold at a lower price. Making curtains to order is more expensive.
  4. Choose a trusted brand. A good rule of thumb is never to buy something you don't have any information about. Choose a well-known brand of Roman blinds. Big brands always strictly control the quality of products.
  5. Install Roman blinds. Use a cordless drill to install the gears and make sure they are properly aligned. This ensures that the Roman blinds will work without jamming and will not let in light.

2 Ways to Use Roman Blinds in Living Room

1. Choose a contrasting color or pattern. The color of the roman shade will change the overall look of your room. For example, you can choose darker models to make the room cozier, or hang a piece with a decorative pattern to make the interior more visually appealing.

2. Add some texture. The fabric and design of the roman blind will add special touches to the interior. The texture of the canvases especially favorably emphasizes the minimalist setting.

Answers to current questions

What should I pay attention to when choosing curtains?

When choosing curtains, it is important to consider the purpose for which they will be used. For example, if the curtain is designed to protect from the sun, it is important to choose a dark color model so that the opening does not shine through the canvas.

How to measure a curtain?

Curtains can be measured with a tape measure or measuring tape. It is useful to have a sheet of paper or a ruler handy so that you can immediately record the width of the curtain and its height.

How to hang a curtain?

To hang a curtain, draw a diagram or find a photo of the desired room layout to orient the curtains correctly.

What are some common mistakes people make when hanging curtains?

When hanging curtains, consider the following tips:
Check that the curtain rods are free of rust and corrosion.
Make sure the cornice is securely fastened to the wall.
Hang the curtain so that the top of the curtain is flush with the top of the window.
Hang the curtain so that it is perpendicular to the window.
Do not use metal hooks to hang curtains as this may damage the fabric.

How can you maximize the look of curtains in your home?

You can maximize the look of your curtains by using the right panels, lining and cornices. In addition, to make the curtains look more impressive, the window should be kept clean and not cluttered with unnecessary items.

Pros and cons of using drapery

Pros:

  1. Quick room update.

Drapery can be easily removed and replaced, giving the room a fresh look in no time.

  1. Selected according to your needs.

Choose from a wide variety of styles, colors and fabric shapes to create the kind of drapery you want in your living room. And no exhausting alterations!

  1. An economical option compared to buying new curtains every year.

One set of draperies can last anywhere from six months to two years with regular use, so you don't have to worry about the expense!

Cons:

  1. Difficult to change.

Drapery is one of those things that you can't change too often, especially if it's your main living space. Finding the right curtain for a particular room can be difficult, and replacing it can be expensive and time-consuming.

  1. Requires the efforts of an experienced craftsman.

Good drapery needs someone who knows how to handle it properly so that the fabric doesn't wrinkle or deform when hung or moved. If you do not have such a person in mind, contact the services of specialists. This will save you from mistakes and unnecessary worries.

  1. Periodic repair and maintenance required.

Drapery must be handled with care. Avoid stains, holes, puffs. With careful operation, high-quality drapery will last for many years without requiring replacement.

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In any home, whether it is a country house, cottage or apartment, the living room takes pride of place. The whole family gathers in it on solemn dates, guests are received in it. It is no coincidence that the hostess pays special attention to the design of this room.

Designing a living room is a rather complicated task that requires an integrated approach. One of the necessary components of this multifaceted work is the selection of curtains that could become a real decoration of the room. To successfully cope with this task, you need to know both the basic rules for window drapery and modern popular design solutions within various stylistic trends.

Experts advise those who have begun decorating a living room to determine, first of all, what specific tasks are planned to be solved with the help of curtains.

The fact is that the fabric decoration of the window, in addition to a purely aesthetic function, also performs a number of others. It is customary to refer to as follows:

providing a scattering light effect; protection from sunlight; draft protection; soundproofing; protection of privacy from prying eyes.

To dissipate the sunlight penetrating into the room, if it is, for example, a hall, a single-layer curtain may also be quite sufficient. If there is a need to take care of the upholstery of upholstered furniture (for example, if the windows face south), it is better to opt for heavy curtains with a lining.

If drafts interfere with your comfort in the room, you will need thick curtains: velvet and tweed are well suited for this purpose, as well as lightweight fabrics with thermal padding.

In an apartment building, curtains also help to solve the soundproofing problem. To do this, select a dense fabric that can absorb sounds and soften penetrating extraneous noise.

When it comes to protecting your privacy from prying eyes, everyone has a wide choice of fabrics. Heavy night curtains will be an undoubted assistant in this case, which will not only provide the necessary window decoration, but also create an atmosphere of comfort and coziness in the room. Meanwhile, even an air curtain or a weightless curtain, included as an integral element in a small room, is able to reliably isolate it from the outside world.

As you know, at present, many homeowners combine a living room with a kitchen, thus combining several zones with diverse functions in one room . Developing a design for such a functionally heterogeneous room is a rather difficult task, since for its competent solution it is necessary to ensure the correct distribution of all available functional segments, select the most ergonomic version of furniture in accordance with the layout of the room, and also find a common organic stylistic solution.

Thus, designers recommend giving preference to light colors that will not lose their relevance over the years and will provide an opportunity to experiment without any damage to color schemes.

In this case, the only indispensable condition is the introduction of a certain number of accented elements into the living-dining room. In this capacity, pieces of furniture, lamps, paintings and photographs, living plants, vases and, of course, window drapes should act.

There are no special restrictions for the living-dining room window treatments . The choice of material is determined by the size of the room, the number of windows and their configuration. It is perfectly acceptable to limit yourself to translucent curtains or combine them with curtains. If you are not satisfied with the configuration of the windows, you can drape the entire wall with a cloth. You will get the most effective solution when using a plain translucent veil for this purpose.

Every year, stylists celebrate the introduction of new motifs into the design of curtains designed to decorate a modern hall. Given the rapidly changing fashion, the task of buying curtains dictates the need to first familiarize yourself with current trends in design.

The fashion trends of the current year are due to the human desire to provide an environmentally friendly environment. In accordance with this, for decorating a home, it is increasingly recommended to choose natural materials, that is, natural fabrics, such as cotton, linen, jute, silk.

However, stylish living room curtains can also be made from artificial fabric. An original style solution can be provided by heavy curtains made of materials such as taffeta and velvet containing synthetic fibers.

If you prefer light curtains that emphasize the effect of airy weightlessness, you should choose from transparent fabrics - voile, chiffon, tulle. Such curtains made of thin fabrics are widely used in the Loft style, which is currently gaining more and more popularity. It is no coincidence that this year beautiful white curtains are considered the most fashionable in terms of combining the weightlessness of the material itself and its color scheme.

Despite this, experts do not seek to limit the color palette of curtains. It traditionally includes, along with bright and catchy natural colors, muted pastel shades.

Among the newfangled print trends, it should be noted a large catchy pattern for curtains. Naturally, this print is suitable for spacious rooms; in a small room, it will only create an annoying variegation. As for the most popular patterns on the print, they today include abstract, geometric and floral compositions.

One of the modern bold solutions for decorating the living room is the use of black or dark gray curtains . Since dark shades in any case make the interior of the room heavier, such curtains will look spectacular only in a spacious and very bright living room, in the color palette of which flawless white dominates.

New in the area of ​​living room design projects is now mainly based on various combinations of popular style solutions. So, stylists offer to combine classic curtain models with models that the consumer does not yet perceive as familiar. The latter include Roman and roller blinds or blinds.

Currently, bamboo roller blinds are at the peak of popularity, which are complemented by classic straight canvases. This kind of tandem of domestic traditions and original borrowing from Eastern culture has attractive features: the naturalness of the materials used, the versatility and practicality of the set, as well as its design conciseness.

A new fashionable trend in the design of living room curtains is the use of eyelets - metal or plastic rings, with which the curtains can be fixed to the eaves. This design allows the curtains to fall under their own weight, forming spectacular deep folds and visually increasing the height of the living room.

Eyelets are also good because they are able to perform the function of a decorative element: to create a contrast necessary for the overall color palette of the room for plain canvases or add another shade of the prevailing tone to it.

The use of a variety of curtain ensembles for decorating living room windows is becoming more and more common, which ensures design harmony both in color and in the texture of its elements. For this purpose, multifaceted solutions are offered today by introducing various accessories for curtains into such ensembles: tassels, ties, lambrequins, etc.0008 . On the one hand, completing the window composition, it performs a purely decorative function, giving solemnity to the appearance of the living room. On the other hand, the lambrequin reliably hides the imperfections of both the wall decoration and the errors made during the installation of window blocks.

More and more attention in the curtain market today is paid to Japanese fabric panels. As expandable fabric sheets stretched over a rectangular shape, they are usually perceived as a fabric screen that fits seamlessly into any minimalist design. Among the numerous models of Japanese curtains, you can choose, along with common monochromatic variations, models with a muted print, which traditionally depicts floral or abstract compositions.

Competent styling of the living room with curtains will undoubtedly require you to be well versed in the world of those styles that are considered super fashionable this year. These now include the following:

Classicism; Neoclassicism; Pop Art; Art Deco; Eco style; Minimalism; Eclecticism.

Classical style lives its own life outside of time: it is always in demand, and over the years the army of its fans does not decrease. The classic approach to curtain design involves the choice of straight fabrics that go down to the floor, which are usually combined with airy tulle. Such drapery of windows and window openings is not only beautiful, but also multifunctional.

At the same time, the neoclassical trend is gaining more and more attention. Neoclassicism is distinguished by the fact that it organically fits into a modern living space a combination of classic designs with fresh solutions. The originality of this style can be emphasized with voluminous, weighted drapery curtains or through Roman blinds in combination with simple, unassuming curtains.

The design of the living room in the Pop Art style involves the use of neutral light colors as the main background. White is the most commonly chosen color for this purpose. Since the function of accents within the framework of Pop Art is performed by various decor elements, the curtains also take on this task due to the brightness and contrast of the colors of the prints.

If you are attracted by the glamor of the elite Art Deco style, which is based on the unexpected combination of simplicity and fluidity of forms with amazing chic, you will have to decorate the living room in light colors.

At the same time, the contrast necessary for the interior is usually provided by the dark tone of the furniture set, the solid solidity of which should be emphasized by the curtains. It is interesting to note that according to the color code adopted in Art Deco, both plain curtains and curtains with original geometric patterns are welcome.

Since the return to nature has now become the slogan of modern man, Eco-style is very popular, according to which the dominant role in both finishing and decorating the living space is given to natural materials.

Curtains made of cotton, linen, silk and other natural materials fully comply with Eco-style requirements. In this case, preference should be given to natural colors, in which such colors as white, gray, yellow, beige, blue, green prevail. It is not forbidden to use patterns and prints that evoke associations with typical natural paintings. It is in this vein that fashionable photo-curtains for the current season are made, which depict exotic flowers, plants, birds and animals.

​ Commitment to Minimalism requires refusing excessive decoration in the interior and the use of laconic solutions in the color palette - the imposition of bright accents on a light background. When it comes to curtains, the minimalist requirement means choosing simple light curtains in light colors for the hall. In this case, many experts consider white curtains to be the ideal solution as a symbol of the standard of the minimalist trend.

The use of Roman blinds can add variety to minimalist solutions in the arrangement of the living room. Recently, more and more stylists for decorating a living room decorated in this style recommend curtains that are not yet quite familiar to the Russian audience - Japanese ones.

According to experts, now at the peak of popularity is eclecticism, based on a combination of incompatible components . At the same time, it must be remembered that professional eclecticism does not at all imply an arbitrary combination of elements belonging to different styles. The secret of a stylistically competent eclectic solution is that the combination of heterogeneous style elements is perceived as absolutely natural and optimal for achieving the planned effect.

The task of harmoniously introducing curtains into the overall color scheme of the living room is not among the simple ones. To find a competent solution for it, first of all, you need to clearly define what task you assign to the curtains: they will play the role of a central or background element in the design. It is the functional load of curtains that ultimately determines the choice of a particular color for them and, accordingly, accessories.

Stylists note that often a neutral color scheme is a universal solution for living room curtains. It helps to neutralize the undesirable effect of the limited area of ​​​​the room, the lack of light in it, contributes to the creation of its light airy image.

Color combinations that fit almost any style of living room are such color schemes for curtains as white in all its shades, light tones of sand, beige and coffee.

Gray with its numerous shades is also considered universal. Its characteristic wide range of compatibility removes any restrictions when choosing colors when replacing furniture upholstery, carpeting or wallpaper. The undoubted practicality of gray explains its many years of leadership among fashionable color schemes for living room interiors.

Today, the fashion for natural fabrics determines fashion trends in the color palette recommended for curtains. A modern range of trendy natural tones consists of sand, mustard, pistachio, olive, various shades of blue (blue-green, blue with a lilac tint, blue-silver, blue-violet).

Chocolate, with its various shades, is still a safe color base for choosing a spectacular material for curtains.

Currently, there is a huge variety of curtain fabrics on the textile market. Depending on the functional purpose, the characteristics of the room for which they are intended, one or another material is selected from the specifics of the design project.

Of course, it is impossible to arbitrarily change light curtains for heavy drapery material without compromising the design of your living room. The texture of the material and its color scheme are also of paramount importance.

When choosing fabric for curtains, you need to rely on the overall design project of the living room and in no case buy just the fabric you like.

Modern living room design offers a lot of original ideas. One of them is the production of curtains in the "colorblock" style solution. The secret of this stylistic approach to the design of window drapes lies in the fact that the curtain fabric is made up of a combination of horizontal pieces of fabric of different colors. This technique makes it possible not only to emphasize the original contrasting components of the interior, but also to emphasize the harmony of its color spectrum.

Another spectacular example of using combinatorics in the manufacture of curtains is the vertical connection of different types of material. It is most effective to hang such curtains in a living room with a bay window, since with this configuration of the room it will be necessary to arrange several curtains that create a certain composition.

The essence of vertical combinatorics in the design of window drapes is as follows. The main canvas of a classic curtain in a neutral tone is framed by a narrow edging made of bright or printed material. This solution, which is based on the method of highlighting a color spot, moves the canvas into a color focus, visually increasing the height of the living room. As a result, you get a balanced and stylish design solution for the living room.

It should be emphasized that the importance of textiles for decorating a living room should not be underestimated even if you are completely confident in your ability to change its interior without much damage to yourself, or if you are an adherent of strict minimalism. Experts say that the drapery of windows, regardless of the capricious fashion trends, will remain in demand for premises of different functional orientations, and, first of all, for living rooms. This is due to the fact that any owner cannot but take care of its functionality, comfort and ability to satisfy their aesthetic needs.

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Curtains for the living room (hall) - 60 photos, how to choose, types of curtains

Even the most thoughtful and stylish interior looks incomplete without a decent window frame. In offices, everyone is used to blinds, but beautiful textile curtains are an essential attribute of the hearth. It is especially important to choose the right curtains for the living room. This room is designed for relaxation, comfort and friendly communication, which means that it is necessary to create a soft, informal atmosphere there. To make it easier to decide on the design of curtains for the hall, we suggest looking at examples in the photo gallery.

The modern market offers an extensive catalog of fabrics that can be used in the interior of the hall. How not to get lost among such a variety? Indeed, in the store, many samples seem ideal, and it is difficult to figure out how they will look in a real living room. In this case, it is worth calling on a sense of style to help, and the following descriptions will help to understand the characteristic features of fashionable design trends.

The best way to emphasize the elegant luxury of a classic design is blackout curtains made of expensive fabrics: satin, velvet, brocade, jacquard. Woven gold or silver patterns (damask, Indian, royal lily, etc.) will decorate a monochromatic vertical wall, and a one-color glossy texture in the color of the patterns will suit wallpaper with an embossed print or silk-screen printing.

The laconic modern interior of the living room will successfully complement the curtains of medium density and neutral shades: white, beige, sand, gray. Color block curtains can be an actual solution. Fans of minimalism should take a closer look at Japanese window panels - the lack of draperies gives them a neat, compact look. Tulle is better to choose translucent, flowing, without any lace and fringe.


Any romantic motives will ideally fit into the Provence style: openwork "grandmother's" curtains, French curtains falling in soft waves, figured lambrequins, all kinds of ribbons and bows as accessories.

The color scheme should be in pastel colors (lavender, mint green, light gray, cream). Fabrics should be chosen natural, matte. An unobtrusive floral print should be combined with the color of the walls or furniture upholstery.

Rustic design is as close to nature as possible, so ethnic motifs, embroidery, calm floral patterns, Scottish plaid will be appropriate in such a living room. Rough canvases look most organic in country interiors: matting, burlap, jute, canvas, unbleached linen, thick cotton. Ruffles, lace and crochet elements are welcome.

This style fully recreates the atmosphere of a hunting lodge. The central place in it is occupied by a fireplace, unvarnished wood and stone predominate, various trophies act as decor - skins, deer antlers, stylized weapons. Velor curtains, the texture of which resembles suede, will suit this colorful interior of the living room. You can also stop at plain fabrics in dark gray, brown, muted orange or beige.


Since people began to build spacious houses with large windows, it has become necessary to protect the living space from the bright rays of the sun and prying eyes, to make it a little more closed. For this purpose, fabrics began to be used - translucent veils during the day and light-tight curtains at night. The combination of tulle and sliding curtains attached to the cornice remains the most popular option for decorating window openings. At the same time, the cultural and climatic features of some countries have given the world several new ways to curtain glass. They may be of interest to anyone who wants to bring an element of novelty to the interior of their living room.

Roman blinds are a kind of fabric blinds. In them, strips of fabric are fixed with thin horizontal jumpers, and vertically located ropes allow you to lift the structure, gently folding it like an accordion, and lower it down.

French curtains are distinguished by a cascade of wavy frills (scallops), sewn from a delicate flowing fabric along the entire length of the fabric. Exquisite and luxurious, they are often used in theaters, palaces, museums, creating a solemn atmosphere. This is a great option for a spacious living room in a classic style.

Austrian curtains are a single piece of fabric, inside which special ropes are sewn vertically at the same distance. When the lifting mechanism is activated, the cords tighten the material and smooth semicircular scallops form from below. This type of curtain is made from different fabrics - from velvet to chintz or even tulle, so they can be adapted to almost any interior.

The English curtains are almost identical to the Austrian ones. The difference between them lies only in the fact that, for any width of the canvas, they are attached only to two tapes placed on the sides (with a deviation from the edges by 10-15 centimeters). Thus, in a raised form, a wide arc appears below in the center, and short “tails” remain on the right and left.

Japanese curtains, in fact, imitate the design of windows, but instead of glass, a stretched fabric is firmly attached to a rigid frame. Such panels move according to the principle of sliding compartment doors, and special guide rails act as a cornice, which can be attached either only from above, or from above and below at the same time. The stability of the design and a wide variety of textures also make it possible to use this type of screen to delimit the space of a living room, separate a work area or a bed.



The traditional way to fix the fabric over the window is the cornice. This is a horizontal bar that is firmly attached to the wall or ceiling and is designed to support the weight of the curtains along with all the accessories. This design element should be chosen very carefully, taking into account not only the physical parameters of the product, but also its decorative qualities, compatibility with the rest of the design. Heavy curtains in the living room can only be hung on a strong (wooden or metal) cornice that will not sag or fall under their weight.

In order to attach the fabric to a horizontal base, various devices are used - clothespins, clips, loops, braid, ties. Each of these options looks interesting in its own way and complements the overall style of the living room.

Grommets — rings made of plastic, wood or metal, threaded through the upper part of the curtains — are very convenient in everyday life. They are simply strung on a round tubular cornice and slide along it without difficulty. Considering that from time to time the curtains will have to be washed, then for practical reasons it is best to choose plastic circles.

All sorts of tiebacks, pins, hairpins, ribbons, Velcro help to fix the elegant folds of the curtains in the right position. Often they are made from thin pieces of the same or contrasting fabric; use ropes, laces. Craftswomen create original and stylish ties from improvised materials: discs and music records, beads, artificial flowers, soft toys, leftover jewelry, buttons and many other things.

Small rooms require special care in window design. Occupying a fairly noticeable area, curtains have a strong influence on the situation as a whole. Especially for small living rooms, designers have developed several recommendations that will visually enlarge the space.

Large bright flowers, a 10x10 cm check, wide horizontal stripes, firebirds and similar art look great in spacious rooms, filling an excessive void. But in the cramped living room of Khrushchev, even if everything else is plain gray, flashy curtains are completely out of place. The only exception is flat Japanese panels or realistic printed roller blinds. Photocurtains should depict a deep perspective - the glare of the sun, a view of the city, a forest path that goes into the distance, an alley, an arch, etc.


In a small living room, curtains should not cut through the wall they are placed on. It is better to cover it with a cloth completely, along with the window. If such a width of the curtains is unacceptable, then they should match the shade of the wallpaper, and not contrast with them.

To make the room seem higher, it is better to attach the cornice to the ceiling. You can hide it in a niche (specially left during the installation of a suspended or stretch ceiling), decorate with gypsum stucco, LED strip, lambrequin, choose a shade to match the color of the ceiling and / or borders.


Bulky scalloped curtains in a small living room will look unnatural. This is especially true of the pompous waves characteristic of French, Austrian and English curtains. At the same time, straight curtains made of medium-density fabrics, with barely noticeable vertical folds from floor to ceiling, will visually raise the height of the room.


A well-chosen shade will allow you to harmoniously fit the curtains into the interior of a small living room. It’s good if he repeats, for example, the color of the patterns on the wallpaper or the upholstery of the sofa - this technique will “make friends” with different interior details, and the room will look stylish. If the walls and furniture are plain, you can choose curtains with an unobtrusive small pattern, and sew pillowcases for decorative pillows or a tablecloth from the remnants of the fabric.

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