Modern curtain design

Curtains are a very significant element of any interior. They reliably protect the inhabitants of the house from prying eyes, block access to excessive access to light and, of course, perform a decorative function. A correctly selected modern curtain design will help visually increase the space, darken the room, bring harmony into it and set a certain mood.

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How to choose curtains in the hall?

Window curtains should fully correspond to the taste of the residents, emphasize their character, mood. When choosing options and design, you should pay attention to the following:

• Window size - this indicator will help you determine the width of the canvas.
• Ceiling height - needed to determine the length of the curtain in the living room.
• The size of the room, its color scheme.
• Placement of the window relative to the cardinal points: for the south side, blackout curtains that do not transmit light are more appropriate, for the north side - lighter types of fabrics.
• The stylistic design of the hall (wall color, texture of upholstered furniture, prevailing shades) - directly affects the choice of curtain design.

Important! If you have a small room, then pay attention to simple light curtains. More complex structures will make the appearance of the room heavier, they will press with their volume, visually reducing the space. In a hall with high ceilings, the installation of ceiling cornices will be an excellent option. For a room with a balcony, it is worth choosing medium curtains, Roman or roller blinds. They should be easy to move without obstructing the door.

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Types of Curtains

A huge variety of curtains makes it possible to choose a good option for any style of interior. Many are accustomed to the classic types of curtains - textile paintings that are attached to the hooks of the cornice located above the window.

But the modern design of the curtains implies diversity and functionality, so it is not always worth giving preference to the standard. The design of fashionable living room curtains is striking in its originality, designs and thoughtful details.

Short

Shortened models of curtains can be hung in the hall if there is no heating battery under the window or it is hidden behind a beautiful decorative panel. Such models look good if there is a desk or sofa next to the window. Among the types of short curtains can be distinguished: Roman, French, Austrian rolled.

Important! Cafe curtains are hung in the middle of the window, while the upper part of the opening remains open. This option fits perfectly into the styles of Eclectic, Country, Provence. Bamboo species are a great solution for Eco-style and people who are allergic.

With lambrequins

This is a horizontal element of the curtains, which is fixed on top of the main canvas and is a part of an exclusively decorative nature. The length of the lambrequin can be 1/5 or 1/7 of the total length of the curtain. As a rule, it is found in such interior styles as Empire, Baroque, Modern, Renaissance. The element brings a touch of wealth, grace and luxury to the design of the room.

Important! Lambrequin is able to mask the part of the wall between the cornice and the window, in addition, it often hides the cornice itself. This item can be sewn from soft fabric and take different forms: wave-shaped, arched, straight.

With draperies

These are canvases lined with beautiful folds.A similar design is appropriate if the main curtains are made of light fabric of not too bright colors. Common materials: velor, velvet, cambric, taffeta, silk, organza.

Of the main types of drapery, one can distinguish the following:

• Lambrequins - we already talked about them a little higher.
• Concerns, swags - folds of fabric that are fixed on both sides of the cornice. The most organic look in the styles: Empire, Modern, Art Deco, Neoclassicism.
• Cascades are textile canvases elegantly hanging in soft waves.

On grommet rings

If you want to hang tulles without curtains in the hall, you should choose the original models on the grommets. Cute rings (optionally squares, triangles) of a certain size that are strung on a cornice are sewn into the upper part of the canvas. Thus, a longitudinal accordion of an attractive appearance is obtained.

Important! Such beautiful fashionable curtains can be very different, which makes it possible to use them in rooms of any size and style. Of great importance in the overall picture is the appearance of the cornice and the grommets themselves.

Curtains on the bay window

The bay window is the part of the room that projects forward from the plane of the facade. Often this side has several windows or is completely glazed.

Important! The owners need to decide whether they will hang a separate curtain on each window opening or give preference to one continuous canvas.

Design options can be many - from curtains to threads to heavy curtains. Corner transitions perfectly brighten up:

• French curtains for the living room are good both for a small room and for a bright, spacious room.
• Roman - looks great in ethnic, modern and classic style.
• Japanese curtains - are the best option for functional and practical rooms.
• Austrian is a heavyweight textile that demonstrates luxury and wealth with its appearance.

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Window Styles

The modern design of curtains for the living room should overlap with the decor of the interior. When choosing paintings, it is necessary to focus on general recommendations for style, taking into account fashion trends.

Important! The main thing is that you like textiles, leading to harmony, without causing a feeling of discomfort. The curtains in the room do not have to correspond to the canon of any one style. Even if you add something of your own to them, they won’t lose from this.

Classic:

• It is supposed to use heavy heavy cloths - curtains. These types of curtains protect from bright light and create home comfort.
• Classics will be appropriate not only in the living room but also in the bedroom (night curtains).
• A familiar item of decor for them are lambrequins, brushes or pickups.
• In cold northern rooms it is advisable to hang warm colors, on the southern side - light textiles will look more functional and beautiful.

Japanese:

• They are vertical wide strips of fabric (panels without folds) that are fixed to the ceiling or to the wall using a special mechanism.
• As a rule, they are used in strict interiors that correspond to the style of Minimalism.
• Japanese curtains are made from translucent natural fabrics with or without a pattern.

Important! If the windows face the sunny side, lightproof fabrics are used, for example, bamboo straws.

Roman:

• These are fabric curtains that are rigid horizontal planks. This design practically does not protrude beyond the window opening and does not fall below the level of the window sill.
• Using a special mechanism, such curtains rise up, thereby forming a transverse accordion.
• This is a very good option for living rooms that need protection from the bright sun. Canvases do not burden the interior and are suitable for styles: Ethno, Japanese, Country, Minimalism.

French:

• An elite option for rich people who seek to surround themselves with luxury.
• Vertical cords are threaded into the fabric at the same distance, which are tightened.Thus, volumetric semicircular folds are obtained - draperies.

Important! The best fabrics for French curtains are tulle, organza, cambric, silk.

Italian:

• Fresh, light, multi-row. In many cases, a synthetic fabric is used for such curtains, which gives the design originality.
• Canvases of different styles, lengths, textures can be used.
• The layers are superimposed on each other, resulting in a bright and unusual picture.
• The model does not fully extend, but is assembled diagonally.
• The upper part of the window opening remains closed, and towards the bottom the field of view is gradually expanding.

Other styles and designs

The modern design of the curtains for the hall is multifaceted. Sometimes you can find the most incredible combinations, but they also look organic if they fit into the overall style of the room. In addition to the options described above, there are several more, among which the following can be distinguished:

• Austrian - attractive curtains for the hall, which resemble the French style. The only difference is that the fabric is not contracted along the entire length, but only along the lower edge.
• Roll - the easiest option. They are a rectangular canvas that covers the area of ​​the window opening. Using a chain mechanism, the fabric is wound on a horizontal shaft.
• Modern style (Hi-tech, Minimalism) - requires smoothness, clear outlines, conciseness and practicality in design.

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Which fabrics and colors should I prefer?

• The north side loves more saturated, vibrant colors: golden, beige, emerald, orange. While it is desirable to decorate the southern rooms with curtains of gray, blue, blue shades.
• Color can be selected for furniture upholstery, wallpaper, floor or in tone to the most overall interior items.
• If the room is bright, you should give preference to plain textiles, and a more restrained living room will be decorated with colored curtains with a small design.
• When choosing a fabric, it is also worth focusing on the style of the interior and the side of the fabric. Heavy fabrics - satin, velvet will look good in a bright, spacious room.
• In small, dark rooms it is better to hang light curtains made of linen or cotton.

Important! Natural materials are not always good, because over time they stretch out and lose their beautiful appearance. Therefore, choose fabrics in which the percentage of synthetic and natural fibers is approximately the same.

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Choosing beautiful fashionable curtains for the living room is not an easy task. There are many factors to consider. But the most important thing when choosing - so that you like the curtains, create coziness and good mood in the room.