Inviting, cozy, versatile…do these words describe your living room? They should. It’s often the centerpiece of the home–where you spend time with family and friends, whether it’s a Monday evening relaxation spot at the start of the week, or a fun-filled Saturday game night. The environment should adapt to changing function while being a space that surrounds you with what you love. We believe the living room window treatments play a big part. Want some tips?
Focus on Function.
It might not seem like the most “fun” place to start, but we always encourage our clients to “know their space” before browsing. We have a few questions for you to keep in mind as you start on your journey to find the ideal window coverings. Keep them in the back of your mind, so you can make sure you solve issues that are bothering you–while also creating a beautiful room with incredible atmosphere.
- Does the room need privacy?
- Is direct sunlight an issue?
- Are the windows out of reach?
- Does the room feature windows AND doors?
Attend to the Entire Room.
Your living room can mean a lot to everyone in your family–they all use the space differently. That means your living room window treatments need to create an ever-changing atmosphere, no matter the time of day, or which part of the space is being used. Sheer fabrics are a great way to diffuse incoming light, resulting in natural light that softly flows throughout the room.
The top down feature is another sure-fire way to make adjustments that suit every area of your living room. Natural light enters across the ceiling, lighting up the room, but keeping direct rays away from everyone’s eyes.
Invite Scenery.
We’ve talked about making the light work for you, but what about the landscape? Many homes feature gorgeous large windows in the living rooms because this area is one that’s nice to show off. Don’t turn off that beautiful backdrop. We have living room window treatments that will allow you to enjoy the view, then close it up for room darkening or privacy.
Create Versatility.
When it comes to designing your living room space, you have to check a lot of boxes. Similar to the questions we asked at the start, it’s good to know which activities are most enjoyed in your home. Knowing how you use the space will help you select living room window treatments. But, if you’d like levels of control, from view-through to completely closed off, consider dual shades.
Having two shades on the same window offers a wide range of functional benefits. Soften the light and enjoy the view. Lower the secondary blackout shade to block direct light at the top of the window while still enjoying light and views at the bottom. Close that blackout shade all the way when you want total privacy. Creating the ideal atmosphere suddenly just got a whole lot easier.
Coordinate Doors and Windows.
Many of us face a positive dilemma…doors and windows in the same shared space. It’s common within an open floor plan home, and even more so in the living room area. Clients ask quite often what to do for these living room window treatments. In general, you have two choices. The first is to match the window coverings–putting the same ones on windows and doors alike.
The other option? Simply coordinate the coverings with window shades that complement each other. The windows can feature horizontal shades and the doors can have vertical shades. Fabrics are often used across certain collections, so it’s easy to put them together.
Achieve Effortless Atmosphere.
One of the best things to happen in modern window covering design is automated movement. Motorized blinds adjust with a tap, an app or a voice command–while you sit back and watch the ideal atmosphere form around you. It takes the guesswork out of adjusting all the shades on a wall of windows. It makes reaching the hard-to-reach windows a non-issue. You can achieve the right environment with living room window treatments: A cozy space, a gorgeous view, a bright and airy retreat.
Ready to Find Favorites?
Are you ready to make your living room all it can be? Have any of these ideas inspired design in your home? At Timan, we love creating beautiful spaces in our clients’ homes. We want your living room window treatments to provide the lighting and privacy needs your family deserves. Let’s work together to create a versatile space. Contact our team for your free in-home design consult.
