You won't surprise anyone with a balcony in your apartment, but you can with a stylish window design with a balcony door. Like all non-standard openings, it deserves special attention, and sometimes costs.
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Curtains for a window with a balcony: what to consider
Such a window will either become the object of universal admiration, or will eloquently show that window decoration is not your strong point. Remember, not every fabric will suit the decoration of a window with a balcony.
What is better to choose?
- Flax.
Breathable and attractive material.
- Cotton.
Cheaper than linen, wear-resistant, breathable. The only drawback is that it fades in the sun.
- Tapestry.
Dense textured material. Suitable for a window with a balcony in the living room or bedroom.
When choosing a curtain model for a balcony window, take into account the following factors.
- Free access to the balcony.
Since the balcony is a functional part of the apartment, it is important to think about how often you use the balcony, how many times a day you need to “walk” around the room, hanging laundry on the balcony, taking things out or relaxing on the loggia (if it is equipped for this).
- The required level of illumination of the room.
It is no secret that the amount of sunlight penetrating the room depends not only on which side the windows face. The correct window design, the correctly chosen design of the curtains and the color scheme play an important role.
- Complementing the overall interior design.
Even if such a window requires a specially designed design, it should complement the interior or be an appropriate bright accent.
Well, then everything depends on your imagination and design skills.
Balcony window design options
Living room
This is where you can implement the most interesting projects. As a rule, the living room is larger than other rooms, so you can use curtains of any design and size here. After all, the hall is the place where the whole family gathers after a working day, or where guests are invited to a celebration.
- Blinds and Roman blinds for a balcony window.
Perhaps, there is no more practical design. Such "curtains" take up minimal space, provide free movement around the room and perfectly regulate the degree of illumination. The only drawback: they look too formal. But this can be easily corrected with the help of decorative elements and beautiful curtain fabrics.
- Straight canvases.
Thick curtains and light tulle, moving freely along the cornice, smooth out the asymmetrical effect and are very functional. It is worth noting that the fastening options in this case can be different: on ties, on eyelets or classic rings.
- Asymmetrical designs.
For lovers of interesting interior elements, this is the most suitable option. Usually, the part of the curtain that is located above the balcony door is made shorter or “gathered” with a grab. And the tulle hangs as a solid sheet. It is these compositions that are complemented with lambrequins (soft or hard) and lags.
- Cafe style.
Most people know it as "grandmother's curtains" - two light curtains from the middle of the window to the windowsill. Recently, this model is increasingly used to decorate halls and living rooms.
- French curtains.
This model can be used not in every interior. For living rooms, use light curtain fabric for the main structure (many transverse folds) and plain tulle.
Kitchen
If you are the lucky owner of a kitchen with an exit to the balcony, then you will have to think seriously about the design of such a window opening. Since the kitchen space is the most functional in the apartment, which means that curtains should not interfere with the work process. Moreover, if there is a gas stove or water heater next to the window, you should not decorate the window with airy tulle or veil - this is dangerous.
The most common and practical way to decorate a window with a balcony is the "cafe" style. Small curtains will cover the window, but will not prevent access to the loggia. You can also use Roman blinds and blinds. Finally, Japanese panels will help create a creative and functional design.
Bedroom
The rest room is a sacred place where comfort is of the utmost importance. This is where we rest and gather strength for a new day. Therefore, when choosing a curtain model for a window with a balcony in the bedroom, you need to find out which side the window with a balcony faces, and if this side is east, then you will have to carefully choose the curtain fabric. Otherwise, it will be simply impossible to get a good night's sleep - from early morning the rays will be in the bedroom.
In addition, it is recommended to avoid complex structures that complicate the process of opening and closing a balcony door or window. The bedroom should be provided with access to fresh air, so opening a window or balcony door should not require serious manipulation.
Children's
When choosing curtains for a child's room, consider the following:
- The child should like them. Therefore, when choosing curtains and drapes, be sure to coordinate this with the "owner" of the room, of course, if he (she) has already reached a certain age.
- Reliably protect from light. In the nursery, not only play and do homework, but also sleep. And for a full rest, protection from sunlight is needed.
- As a rule, curtains for a child's room should be wear-resistant, easy to wash and require care, because curtains in a child's room not only complement the interior, but also become objects for games and fun.
For a window with a balcony in a child's room, you should choose only natural fabrics, since they do not cause allergies and create a special coziness and atmosphere.
Tulle and curtains: how to combine correctly
It happens that curtain and drape fabrics look beautiful on their own. But as soon as you hang them on the window, the beauty disappears. And even a non-professional understands that these fabrics “don’t get along”. When choosing a curtain model and a combination of curtains and drapes, you need to consider the size of the room and its interior features.
- Using curtains with a vertical pattern you can visually increase the height of the room.
- Warm shades of curtains will make the room more “sunny” and “warmer”, so they are used to decorate northern windows.
- The smaller the room and the lower the ceiling, the simpler the design of the curtains should be.
Important! If natural fabric is chosen for the curtains, then the tulle should also be natural. Synthetic, even if it has a plain weave, will look out of place.
To ensure that curtains decorate and complement the interior, there are several tips.
- The color of the curtains should match the color of the furniture, not the wallpaper.
- The texture of the fabric should be repeated in the colors and patterns on other interior items.
- Don't be afraid of non-standard solutions. Use unusual grabs or fastening options.
- Do not forget that in addition to the aesthetic, curtains must fulfill their main role: be comfortable and functional.
- Take the choice of curtain fabric density seriously. If you live on the first floor, the curtains should reliably protect from both sunlight and prying eyes.
Designers warn against active prints on both curtains and tulle. In general, there is a simple rule for combining curtain and drapery fabrics: if a bright textured tulle with a multi-colored pattern is chosen, then the drapery fabric should be light and plain.
White tulle is the safest option. It suits curtains of almost any color. But in the case when the tulle has a powdery, beige or golden color, you need to be very careful with the choice of curtains.
Obviously, it will take a little more time and effort to design a window with a balcony. But these “expenses” will definitely pay off with the functionality and creativity of the interior.
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