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Curtains for Large Windows With Big Impact

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Large windows make a dramatic style statement, but curtains for large windows, present a challenge to cover. These windows are difficult to dress because there is not always a natural break to separate window treatments.

Depending on the style, most of the large open windows require more dramatic window treatments. However, like normal windows, you need the ability to cover large windows to maintain privacy and to control the amount of natural light that comes into your rooms.

Challenges of Curtains for Large WindowsCurtains In

Hanging curtains

Large windows, unlike standard windows, do not always have natural definition for the curtain rods to follow. Therefore, curtain rods for large windows may need to be custom fit or manufactured to a specific design to fit the large window shape.

Definition

As stated, standard windows have definition built into their design. In contrast, it can be difficult to know how to place the window curtains to set off the window to its best advantage. For example, curtains for large picture windows will need to create their own definition rather than rely on molding to know where the curtains should begin and end.

Shade and privacy

As there is more window to cover, large windows present a greater challenge in terms of creating privacy and shade.

Purchasing curtains

Many times, standard curtains will not fit a large window. Therefore, you will need to get curtains for big windows custom made or buy them from a more expensive retailer to find the size you need.

Curtain Ideas for Large WindowsEmily Clark

Curtains for large windows can be problematic, but they are also the opportunity to create a dramatic focal point for your room. We have gathered some pictures of rooms with large windows with beautiful window treatments for your inspiration.

Large Window Curtains from the Ceiling

One of the easiest ideas for covering large windows is to attach the curtains to the ceiling. This designer chose blackout curtains in a neutral shade.

This keeps the attention on the view outside rather than on the window coverings themselves.

Attaching the curtains to the ceiling also avoids the problem of having to fit curtains for windows with unusual shapes.

Curved Large WindowsAbda Custom Window Fashions

If you have curved windows, you can opt to hang curtains above or below the curve. In this room, the interior designer hung the curtain rod above the entire set of wide windows.

This way, you can utilize curtains that have a simple design rather than finding curtains that have a custom design.

Tone-on-Tone Sheer CurtainsStaprans Design

If you have large windows that you want to remain the focal point but still need a way to cover them when needed, consider sheers.

These sheer curtains fade into the background because they are the same color as the walls.

This way, the curtains have a minimal impact on the interior design, but they are functional in that the owners can pull them across the windows when they want shade or privacy.

Cafe Curtains on Large WindowsPeaHen Pad

If you are trying to cover larger windows on a budget, try fitting them with café curtains. This owner used a long curtain rod with long curtains on the sides to create a cohesive look for the window.

Then, they added café curtains to the lower half of each window to give the room privacy when needed.

Roman Shades for Large WindowsHomes to Love AU

If you want a minimal look that is still luxurious, try roman shades for wide windows. While not curtains per se, these window coverings are simple but functional.

If you want added elegance, use a fabric with a distinctive pattern like the pattern of greenery on these window shades.

Curtains for Large Living Room WindowsPalmetto Window Fashions

If you want your curtains to be aesthetic rather than functional, you can try to cover just a portion of your window. This works well in a place like a living room where you don’t need as much privacy.

Also, this could work if your home is situated in a rural setting without close neighbors. For example, this homeowner placed a short curtain rod on each side of the window and fitted curtains on either side.

These curtains are not functional for privacy or shade, but they do accent the window and create an inviting look for the living room.

Valance for Large Windows

Here is another great idea if you don’t need shade from the sunlight or the privacy that curtains provide. The bay window in the dining room space has a challenging shape.

The homeowners opted for the simple valance window treatment to frame the window.

Also, this curtain design does away with the need for the curtain rod. Instead, there are knobs where the valance can attach to create the swagged design.

Blinds and Curtains for Large WindowsZulufish

The homeowner for this space, used a mixed approach for this bay window. Bay windows are challenging because of their shape and size.

However, if you use long curtains at the opening for the window, and use blinds on the other windows, it creates a stylish look that is unique and more budget-conscious.

Large Angled WindowMillar Howard Workshop

Covering this large triangular-shaped window in the cottage bedroom must have been a challenge for the Millar Howard Workshop.

However, the final design for the window sets this room apart. They custom fit a separate panel for each section of this window.

When anyone wants to create more privacy and shade from the sun, you release the tie-backs that hold each panel in place.

Curtains for Large Bay WindowsJay Jeffers

If you want to hide the hardware for the window curtains, add a pelmet header to the top of the window. That way, you can add window hardware that is less attractive like a curtain track.

The strategy that Jay Jeffers chose to cover this large window was to mount the window and pelmet in front of the bay window.

This keeps the curtain design simple but still allows you complete coverage.

Elegant Drapes for Large WindowsRachel Kate Design

This historic home has large arched windows. Rachel Kate Design used luxurious silk drapes inset into the window frame.

These curtains are not movable, but you can take them up or let them out for more or less coverage.

If you like this look, choose silk or velvet curtains for the most elegant look.

Continuous HardwareUrban Restoration

Curtains for large picture window designs are challenging because they have no defined molding to create breaks for curtain placement. In this room, the designer wants to highlight the window rather than the curtain.

Thus, they used a continuous rod with a corner curve to allow the owners to pull the curtains across the large window when they didn’t need it.

In addition, they can also pull the curtain to the end of the picture windows when they want to enjoy the view. This way, there is no need to rely on window framing for curtain placement.

Curtain for Large Windows in Historic HomesBailiwick Interior Design

In many historic homes, windows have a unique style and shape, and they are also drafty. In order to keep a room warm, curtains are a necessity. For this room, the customer wanted as much color as the designer could provide. Yet it was important to keep the lovely window as open as possible. 

The designer chose to use curtains on an adjustable rod to allow the owner to open and close as desired while still keeping the room cozy. The vibrant color of the curtains complements the colorful décor throughout the room.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)FAQ

How do you hang curtains in a large window?

You have a couple of different options to hang curtains in a large window. First, you can use a rod either over the whole window or part of the window. Depending on how large your window is, you may need brackets spaced along the top of the window to keep the rod from bowing. You can also attach the curtains to the window itself. This works well if you don’t need to move the curtains across the window to cover it. Instead, you can keep the curtain pulled away from the window with tie backs.

What can I use to cover a big window?

The best way to cover a large window is with curtains, blinds, or shades. You can also choose a combination option like curtains and shades for a more custom look.

What curtains are in style 2022?

Curtains that are neutral in color and have a simple style are the most popular choices for homeowners in the current day.

How many curtains do I need for a large window?

How many curtains you need depending on the look you want to create as well as the exact size of the window. In general, you want your curtains to be at least double to triple the size of the window. Therefore, if your window is 36″ wide, your curtain panels need to measure at least 72-108 inches wide. This is to ensure that you can close the curtain to cover the entire window.

How far should a curtain rod extend past the window?

In general, your curtains will be open during the day. Therefore, your rods need to extend far enough past the window frame to allow the curtains to gather without covering the window. Thus, make sure that your rods extend at least 10 inches beyond the window frame.

Look on the bright side; if you have large windows, remember that they add wonderful benefits of light and outdoor views to your rooms.

Also, they create a stunning focal point for the room. Of course, creating a covering for them can be a challenge, but with the right tools, it is possible.

All things considered, it is better to have the problem of trying to create curtains for large windows than to not have these stunning windows at all.

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(Image credit: Swift Direct Blinds)

Large window curtain ideas have a big responsibility, both for the design of your room and how comfortable you feel in it.  

When your panes are larger than life, your window treatment ideas need to scale up too. That means the fabric choice for your curtains will become an even bigger presence in your room, and the amount of light you have to either combat or harness is greater too. 

If you want to make a feature of them, it’s a great excuse to go bold with color and pattern – alternatively, it’s possible to get large curtains to blend effortlessly into your scheme as well. 

Large window curtain ideas

From double height drapes to fabulously floral framing, we’ve found some large window curtain ideas to inspire your home furnishings, and gathered some tips from the experts too. 

1. Go bespoke

(Image credit: Alice Lane Interiors/Nicole Hill Gerulat)

‘For more bespoke options, try a made-to-measure service,’ say Jenna Choate and Mariana Ugarte, Co-Founders of Interior Fox . ‘This will give the freedom to select your own fabric and have the curtains made to size, which is especially helpful when working with unusually shaped windows. ’

In this room by Alice Lane Interior Design , the double height curtain ideas were put together with fabric imported to Utah from the UK, which was then hand-painted by artist Tyler Huntzinger. Getting bespoke curtains can, however, be a simpler process. 

‘Shopping custom-made is much easier than most think, with online retailers offering a simple and straightforward service that allows you to put in your measurements and fabric of choice, which is then delivered straight to your door in a matter of weeks,’ say Choate and Ugarte. 

2. Let the light in 

(Image credit: Amanda Evans Interiors)

Big windows are a blessing, bringing with them bountiful natural light. If you want to make the most of this in a space, dress them with fabrics that are both lighter in weight and color. In this living room by interior designer Amanda Evans , a window that stretches the length of one wall is dressed with one long white curtain, light enough to allow a refreshing glow of daylight into the room. This also a great idea for bay window curtain ideas, to make the most of light coming into the home from all angles, at any time of day. 

3. Choose florals to echo a garden view

(Image credit: Linwood)

‘A large window overlooking a beautiful garden or view benefits from being framed by curtains with a patterned material reminiscent of the great outdoors,’ says Louise Wicksteed, Design Director at Sims Hilditch . ‘A delicate floral design which well reflects the colours seen from the window can work particularly well.’

In this example, fabric by Linwood is used to create a whimsical floral frame to the garden beyond – an approach that would work well for window seat ideas too. ‘Make the most of your large window and choose a gorgeous floral that will forever celebrate the beauty of summer,’ says Ella Richard, Head of Design at Linwood . 

4. Embrace cottagecore with a valance

(Image credit: Jon Day Photography)

The cottagecore trend is still riding high and, as a result, we are continuing to see a renewed appreciation for window valance ideas. ‘Not for all, but for added drama consider a relaxed valance,’ says Richard. Adding a historical, countryside-ready finish to the tops of curtains, a valance or pelmet is a great way to turn your curtains into a standout feature, as well as cover up the inner workings of less aesthetically pleasing curtain tracks. 

5. Layer a blind under your curtains

(Image credit: Swift Direct Blinds)

One of the downsides of large windows is their role as an escape route for heat in your home. To ensure you’re doing your best to keep your room warm – and thus more environmentally friendly – combine curtains with window blind ideas. ‘By layering both blinds and curtains on one window, you are adding an additional layer of thermal protection, this will reduce heat loss and help to lower your energy bills this winter,’ says Kate Duckworth, Senior Digital Marketing Manager at Swift Direct Blinds .

6. Ensure any doors are easily accessible

(Image credit: Mark Bolton Photography)

If you have a large set of floor-to-ceiling windows, there’s a good chance that at least one panel of these functions as a door. One important thing to consider with French doors curtain ideas is ensuring that your door is easily accessible, and that your curtains don’t have a distinct habit of getting in the way. Curtains that are lightweight and easy to move are key, while this example shows how using tiebacks or holdbacks are a great way to tuck them away neatly on a high traffic day. 

7. The fuller, the better

(Image credit: Sims Hilditch)

Big windows are a great stage for statement curtains – and if you want to make the most of a favorite fabric, cram as much of it in as possible, as evident in the full curtains used here in a room by Sims Hilditch. ‘Curtains should be as full as possible and should gently puddle on the floor,’ says Richard. If you’re wondering how to measure for curtains to achieve a luxurious look like this, remember to add an inch (or up to 12 for a seriously lavish look) onto your height measurement to allow that puddle to form. 

8. Simple, modern curtains for simple, modern windows

(Image credit: Emma Lee)

An important principle of modern design is allowing natural light to really do its thing. As a result, floor-to-ceiling windows, and entire walls dedicated to glass and garden views are increasingly favored architectural features. For such window styles, keep your curtains as minimal as the framing. In this example, the living room curtain ideas consist of light, color-blocked linen, the striped pattern mirroring the distinct geometry of the windows. 

9. Layer up on sheer curtains

(Image credit: Claudia Afshar Design/Meghan Bob Photography)

If the lighting difference between having your curtains opened and closed is just a little too stark, give yourself a grey area. Layering sheer curtains – or a sheer curtain underneath a heavier one – is a hugely popular trend, allowing a third option of a little bit of shade and privacy without shutting out the world altogether. It works wonders in this dining room by designer Claudia Afshar , creating a dreamy ambience for a lunchtime party. 

10. Go blackout for bedrooms

(Image credit: Emily J Followill/Beth Webb Interiors)

While you may want to celebrate natural light in your living room, there is one part of the room where it isn’t always so welcome. Bedroom curtain ideas need to be able to shut out that early morning sunrise that can disturb you an hour or two earlier than you hoped – and with big windows, that problem is even more pressing. Therefore more solid curtains like these heavy linen drapes in a bedroom designed by Beth Webb, or even blackout curtains are necessary to ensure you sleep soundly. 

11. Tie in colors from the rest of the room

(Image credit: Mark Bolton Photography)

Big windows need big curtains, and when they are closed, they can have a big impact on the design scheme of your room. While this is an opportunity for a substantial design feature, you may not want them to play too much of a lead role – in that case, tie in your fabric choice with colors across the rest of the room. In this study, the grey curtains are the same shade as the grey leather office chair, and blend in wonderfully with the cool blue and black aesthetic elsewhere. 

What can I use to cover a big window? 

Curtains are great for covering larger windows, and also offer a lot of flexibility in terms of design and aesthetic. Bespoke is the best way to go if you have windows that are an unusual size or shape, and are especially good for exceptionally tall or even double height windows. Combining curtains with blinds underneath is a good way to create a versatile look, as well as one that helps prevent too much heat loss. 

Extra wide windows are becoming increasingly popular with the trend for glass bifolding doors that stretch the length of a wall. Covering them, however, will take a little more thought than with normal windows. A beautifully sleek way to do it is with a single curtain that runs the whole length on a rod – this will, however, need to be custom-made to fit your space perfectly. If you have a large bay window, consider using four curtains rather than two for a classic aesthetic that allows for more versatility in terms of which sections you cover. 

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.

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Rolls look great on standard one and a half meter window openings in apartments and private houses. But they are also installed on wide panoramic windows and spans with many double-glazed windows. Roller blinds are used here.

You can find designs with wide canvases in offices, showrooms, classrooms, showrooms, cafes and other public places. For the home, widescreen blinds are also bought. They close the massive windows in the living rooms, on the verandas and loggias.

Rolls look great on standard one and a half meter window openings in apartments and private houses. But they are also installed on wide panoramic windows and spans with many double-glazed windows. Roller blinds are used here

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Large roller blind assembly

Large roller blinds have a thicker shaft and a reinforced control mechanism. You can choose any canvas, as for the standard model. Such rolls are also produced in zebra format; at the request of the customer, an original pattern-print is applied to the fabric.

Roller blinds for large windows are usually installed above the opening, attached to the wall or ceiling. Can close multiple windows at the same time. At the request of the client, such roller blinds are equipped with a canopy-cassette, a mounting profile, a spring mechanism or an electric drive.

Roller blinds for large windows are more convenient to use if they are equipped with an automatic or semi-automatic control system. The cassette makes the light protection visually more attractive and also protects the roll from dust. So additional accessories are useful.

Varieties of large roller blinds

For large and medium size curtains, MG2, MGS and LVT systems are used. MG - typical roller blinds that are placed on ordinary openings. The MGS design is equipped with models with a two-level arrangement of fabric (zebra). But for larger roller blinds, LVT is more suitable.

The LVT device allows you to equip roller blinds with a spring, an electric drive, a cassette, and clamps. Roller blinds for large windows can be put in the form of a complex structure of several sections. This variety provides great freedom of choice and special ease of use.

Retainers, for example, keep the fabric close to the glass or frame, preventing it from swinging and deflecting. The cassette performs a protective function. And automation greatly facilitates the management of large roller blinds. Any model and configuration can be ordered from Rade. We will advise the best option, manufacture and install.

Consider the most common models:

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Spacious, large windows in an apartment or residential building visually increase the interior space. Thanks to them, the room is filled with a lot of sunlight and heat. The room creates a peaceful atmosphere. Large windows provide a beautiful view, thereby a person is charged with positive emotions and good mood.

Interior space with large window openings requires a competent approach. Experienced designers prefer several non-standard options that help to correct the shortcomings of the room and add a kind of zest to the design.


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  1. Design features with large windows
  2. Design options
  3. Where are large windows used?
  4. Photo of large curtains

Design features with large windows

Large window openings are often used for living rooms, bedrooms or bathrooms. They are preferred by creative and extraordinary individuals who do not like to adhere to generally accepted standards.

Curtains for large windows should be in harmony with the overall interior. A large amount of sunlight can transform any space. In some cases, strong solar insolation adversely affects human health.

Non-standard dimensions of the window opening require a competent approach. When choosing textiles, it is necessary to take into account the architectural component of the residential area. Long curtains help to visually enlarge the interior space. The size of the canvas must correspond to the height of the ceiling.

The location of the windows also affects the color scheme. The sunny side is perfectly complemented by bright and rich colors. They allow you to diversify everyday life, thereby charging you with positive energy. Variegated colors should match the color scheme of the interior zone. In a monochrome design, more saturated curtains will be the main focus.


North windows need a warm palette and decorative materials. Basically it is:

These colors will add the necessary warmth and comfort to the room. They create a peaceful atmosphere in the reception or sleeping area. Do not choose dark and cold shades. They can spoil the finished result. Pale blue or blue will add a piece of freshness to the design of the room.

The recommendations of experienced professionals include several criteria that will help create a cozy atmosphere in the living area:


Design options

When choosing curtains for a large living room, it is best to pay attention to solid colors. They must be in harmony with the overall design. You can complement the composition with a transparent veil that will not hide the beautiful landscape outside the window.

Beautiful tiebacks can become a bright accent in the interior of the room. Modern decorative elements, as a rule, are made of high quality materials that will not leave anyone indifferent. Here there are natural silk threads and crystal glass beads.

A classic living room can be decorated with large blackout curtains. They must be made in dark noble colors:

In addition to color, it is recommended to pay special attention to the texture of materials. Experienced professionals prefer to use:


This combination of color and texture will create an exclusive design for your home. Roller blinds are suitable for high-tech, minimalism or modern style. There are no extra decorations here. Simplicity and clarity of lines create a laconic interior.

They can contain a large abstract design that will visually increase the height of the room. In combination with modern furniture, they create a harmonious atmosphere in the reception area.

Where are large windows used?

In addition to living space, curtains on large windows are found in:

Different fabrics and textures are used for each room, which are well combined with each other. Beautiful fabric and curtain design help decorate the interior of a room.


Translucent chiffon or veil is suitable for cafes. Beautiful decorative details, create a cozy atmosphere. For restaurants, it is best to use natural velvet or silk. In combination with sheer tulle, they create a luxurious environment. A multilayer lambrequin helps to complement the composition.

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