Curtains in the living room: photo 2019, fashionable design options for any room interior

Window decoration is an important step in the creation of any interior. Curtains cannot exist on their own, they must necessarily "make friends" with the rest of the interior and decoration elements. With their help, it is easy to create coziness and favorably emphasize the situation.

Curtains can both emphasize the dignity of the living room interior and complement it, and show flaws with the wrong choice of color or design

Curtain shape

Before proceeding directly to the choice of an option for your own living room, it makes sense to get acquainted with the existing forms of window decoration:

• Multilayer. Such options are most often used to decorate windows in a living room or bedroom. The name speaks for itself: the structure consists of several canvases, differing in color and size. Multi-layer structures are not suitable for small rooms, they need space.
  

  The color of the canvases can correspond to the decoration of the walls, pieces of furniture or any large object in the interior.

• Lambrequins. This option often has the correct shape, is distinguished by straight and clear lines.
  

  Curtains with a lambrequin beautifully mask the wall and all fastening elements

• Asymmetric. Interesting models made of fabric pieces of different sizes. This option should be chosen especially carefully, because it will not "get along" with every style.
  

  For asymmetric curtains, the main thing is to choose the right type, texture and color.

• Roller blinds and blinds. They are appreciated for their functionality, with a slight movement of your hand you can "curtain" the window, or, conversely, make it free of curtains.
  

  Roll-up models will fit perfectly into a high-tech or minimalist living room

• Short curtains. Usually their maximum length reaches the windowsill. With the help of such a non-standard size, it is easy to increase the space, it is no coincidence that they are often used precisely in small rooms and in the kitchen.
  

  Short curtains may be the only option for a small living room with a sofa near the window.

Criteria for the selection of curtains

In order for curtains to decorate your living room, and not turn it into a ridiculous room, take into account five main criteria for choosing curtains:

• The size of the room. This is one of the key points. Massive textured curtains and large drawing are the lot of spacious rooms. It is allowed to use several layers of curtain fabric, different in color and texture. And plain light models will suitably complement the interior of a modest size. Remember, a large drawing "eats up" the already modest meters. Draperies and layering are also inappropriate. If, with the help of curtains, you plan to adjust the available space, then do not forget about a simple axiom: horizontal stripes visually expand the room, and vertical stripes visually raise ceilings.
  

  White curtains made of translucent material create an airy atmosphere in the room and visually increase the size of the room

• Room style is another determining factor. Curtains that are ideal for a classic interior will be absolutely inappropriate in a loft, minimalism or high-tech style.
  

  Curtains in a modern style are, as a rule, straight canvases without clamps and unnecessary decor

• Room functions. Another aspect that deserves attention. The bedroom and living room are rooms in which you need to provide protection from prying prying eyes. This means that there must be dense curtains. The kitchen and dining room can easily “get by” with transparent light curtains. The most practical for the kitchen will be short curtains to the windowsill. And a little about the color scheme: as recent studies have shown, red in the kitchen stimulates appetite, while blue, on the contrary, suppresses it. So, when choosing curtains for the kitchen, do not forget this nuance.
  

  The classic option for the living room is a combination of thick curtains and light tulle

• Curtain color. One of the popular living room curtain trends in 2019 is the choice of color to match the furniture. In this situation, the room becomes a single whole, and the necessary accents are placed with the help of lamps or paintings. If you are afraid to make a mistake with the choice of color, then give preference to neutral shades - they are universal. If the interior and decoration are made in the same color scheme, then for window decoration choose designs one tone darker or lighter. Then the design will sparkle with new colors, but without variegation.
  

  In the photo, a living room in gray tones with curtains that emphasize the beauty and style of a universal steel shade

• Wall decoration. Perhaps the least attention is paid to this when choosing curtains for windows, but in vain. Try to combine airy fabrics with "light" finishing materials, and more massive curtains with "heavy" (vinyl or non-woven wallpaper). Believe me, you will be amazed at the atmosphere of harmony and elegance in your living room.
  

  In the photo, the corduroy curtains of a coffee shade are three tones darker than the wall decoration

And a couple more points that deserve your attention:

• If you do not like floor-length curtains, then the distance from the curtain to the floor should be between 5 and 8 centimeters, no less. If your story is curtains lying on the floor, then their length should exceed the height of the walls by 15-20 centimeters.
  

  The photo shows a modern living room with curtains lying on the floor. The shade of the curtains is matched a couple of tones lighter than the walls

• In the case when there are small piers on the sides of the window opening, do not try to close them with canvases, so you will only "weigh down" the interior.
  

  Pictured is a living room in a modern style with light curtains to fit the window

Deciding on the color

If your furniture set suits you completely, and you are not going to change it in the near future, choose curtains to match the color of the furniture. This is another life hack that is popular when choosing curtains for the living room in 2019. The color of the window opening must either completely match the shade of the interior, or be as close to it as possible.

Brown curtains go well with wood-like furniture

Curtains in neutral colors are ideal for those who are not sure they can choose the right shade for their living room. Cream, beige or sand - these are options, as they say, for all times. They look unobtrusive and always appropriate.

Beige curtains matching the color of upholstered furniture will create a harmonious combination in the interior of the living room

Two-tone curtains should complement each other and be combined with the overall interior concept

How to choose fabric for curtains

A variety of fabrics are chosen for curtains: from light and flowing canvases to dense and textured ones. The interior looks spectacular, in which the curtains are matched to the upholstery of upholstered furniture. In this case, a single composition appears, a general design concept is visible.

In the photo, black and white curtains, harmoniously combined with both the upholstery of the sofa and the color of the walls and ceiling

Thick curtains will be an ideal choice for an apartment on the ground floor, or when there is a similar window-to-window residential building nearby. Also, such curtains are chosen by lovers of daytime twilight. In fact, when the windows are facing the sunny side, not everyone can withstand direct sunlight during the day. But when choosing such curtains, remember that in small living rooms they "hide" the space and even look ridiculous. Therefore, if you seek to provide reliable protection from light in a small living room, choose blinds or roman blinds.

On the living room windows, you can combine different types of curtains. For example, to protect from the sun, use practical roll-up models, and give the role of decor to the usual curtains.

And one more question that deserves an answer: natural fabric or synthetics? Of course, the choice is yours. But since, in addition to the aesthetic function, other requirements are imposed on curtains, most often the choice is made in favor of synthetics. First, it is less prone to fading. And if your living room is facing south, then this factor is key. Secondly, synthetics are distinguished by a long service life, they practically do not wear out. And thirdly, such fabrics do not require special care. The usual procedure in the washing machine is more than enough for them.

Some interior styles require exceptional natural fabrics, such as provence or classic

Natural fabrics require special care, but they also look more luxurious. However, today there are artificial materials in the assortment, which, according to external data, are in no way inferior to natural ones. Besides, the indisputable advantage of synthetic fabrics is the price. In general, each option has its own advantages and disadvantages, and it's up to you to choose.

When decorating a living room in modern style solutions, both natural fabric and mixed fabric made using the latest technologies can be used

The most demanded fabrics:

• Velvet. In addition to its spectacular appearance, it is able to provide light and sound insulation.
• Chenille. Usually this material is used to decorate windows in a nursery or an office, a little less often - for living rooms. Protects against noise and looks beautiful.
• Jacquard. Very dense fabric with a two-layer pattern. If you have a large living room, then jacquard curtains will decorate the interior with dignity.
• Taffeta. It will help to create an exclusive interior.
• Tapestry. This is natural cotton, dyed using a special technology.
• Satin. Lightweight fabric with a glossy finish.
• Veil. Almost transparent matte canvas. Usually used in tandem with thick curtains.
• Organza. Tough and transparent. Also used in "duet" with dense curtain fabrics.

Alternatively, you can choose curtains for the living room. They, of course, will not protect from light or prying eyes, but they will help create an unusual atmosphere in the room.

Threads of different colors create an original composition and successfully complement each other

Secrets of the professionals

When choosing a model and color, be sure to consider which side the window faces. For example, if your living room "faces" north, it will always "feel" cool due to the lack of natural light. The color of the curtains will help solve the problem. For example, choosing a light peach shade, yellow or light green, you immediately make the room "warmer". In addition, such shades visually bring closer and enlarge the window opening. Do not hesitate such metamorphosis will only benefit you.

Peach-colored curtains add warmth, cheer up and create a cozy atmosphere

If the windows face the sunny side, then you can choose blue, blue or lilac colors. Cold colors will slightly "cool" the space and visually move the window aside.

The photo shows a bright living room with dark blue curtains, harmoniously complemented by white French curtains

To prevent the window from looking disproportionately small, attach curtains to the cornice. At the same time, the cornice should extend beyond the window opening by 20-25 cm on each side.

Too high ceilings are visually reduced if curtains are hung at window level. Let them be bright colors and complemented by brushes, lambrequins and other spectacular elements. This life hack will distract attention from high ceilings.

To visually reduce the area of ​​the window, curtains are used in the shape of the window opening - Roman, roll or short models

If the window opening is located as low as possible in relation to the ceiling, then it is recommended to hang the cornice as high as possible, and the canvases should touch the floor. Thus, you will visually correct the space, lengthen the window and make it taller.

The curtains attached to the cornice hidden in a special niche help to visually raise the ceiling of the room.

Window decoration is a serious job. Believe me, it is the curtains that pay attention to in the first place. Spend no time and effort in experimenting, choose the option that best suits the style of your living room and your mood. Only then will a special atmosphere appear in the hall, which is so necessary for gatherings with friends or for family evenings.

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Photos of examples of window decoration in the living room