Curtains have always been an essential part of modern home decoration. They perform a practical and decorative function, while adding comfort and a finished look to the design of the room. Every year new products appear for bedrooms, living rooms and kitchens. Along with new types of fabrics, current accessories of certain styles and new color solutions. Fashionable curtains for 2018 provide a huge selection. Let's look at the main ones.
Main trends
Fashionable color trends
Current trends in space design, in general, tend towards simplification. The main criterion when choosing curtains is color. It is the color that determines the character of the room or the entire interior. This season, shades of nature are popular, as well as dark colors, such as blue, brown, green, walnut. To refresh the room, many interior stylists advise purchasing blue-green curtains, as they harmonize with almost any design, as can be seen in the photo. For example, your bedroom windows can be decorated with curtains in greenish-yellow shades. The guest room will look stylish with cyan curtains. As always, white is very popular, thanks to which the space will appear visually wider. At the same time, you can use not only curtains white, but also curtains made of light, airy fabrics such as silk and cotton.
Thematic prints and colors
As an alternative to new fashion trends 2018 - new items - bright and original prints. Considering that the 80s are back in fashion and eclecticism is still popular, large flowers, geometry, stripes and futuristic designs will be relevant. Images of nature are also popular, namely animals and plants, landscapes, etc. It is worth emphasizing that curtains in 2018 will be characterized not so much by their direct protective purpose, but by harmony with the overall decoration of the room. Therefore, curtains with prints that repeat the pattern or pattern on the walls will be an excellent design solution.
Model options
The main interior design trend of this year is voluminous curtains. The presence of draperies and layers of different materials will make the room visually more spacious. To avoid the opposite effect, it is necessary that the curtains are made of flowing light fabrics.
Roman and Japanese curtains will also be relevant for this season. The first option is made of wide fabric strips that are attached to a special folding device. Their length is adjustable. For a living room and bedroom in a minimalist style, as well as for a balcony, such stylish curtains are ideal. The second are fabric panels, the movements of which are similar to the mechanism of operation of wardrobe doors. Such curtains are well suited for a nursery, as they transmit light well, while making it softer.
Curtains with eyelets are also enjoying the same popular trend in the new season. Perhaps this is exactly what fashionable curtains should look like in the halls of newfangled apartments and houses. Particularly relevant are coattails that fall from the ceiling to the floor. Airy, flowing curtains on profile curtain rods of a “hidden” type will look unique and stylish. If desired, such curtains can easily be replaced by “muslin” curtains, which can be made in different color options, and also be decorated with rhinestones or beads. Lambrequins and curtains with swags, a little forgotten in the new season, are more suitable for large, classically styled rooms.
So, how to choose the right curtains for an apartment so as not to spoil the interior? Here are some guidelines to help you make the right window treatment decisions.
First, you need to decide on the general style of the room and new products in the field of curtains:
- if this room is made in the style of minimalism, modern or high-tech, then curtains with eyelets on the cornice will look good;
- floral patterns and curtain holders will decorate the windows of the room, which is designed in the Provence style;
- antique curtains with lambrequins - combined with the ideas of Baroque and Empire style;
- such a choice as “muslin” is a piquant and non-standard stylistic decision, but it also looks good in the interior of an aristocratic design;
- Roman curtains fit well into the design of a modern style, minimalism, and also for a balcony;
- traditional curtains and curtains on the eaves are the most suitable option for country and eclecticism.
Be sure to always take into account the location of the window and its size. For example, if small windows are decorated with dark and narrow curtains, then the window opening will seem even narrower, therefore, you need to pay attention to Japanese and Roman types of curtains.
It is important to take into account the color style of the room. In 2018, calm colors of the classic motif will be fashionable - coffee with milk, beige, ivory. It was already said earlier about the rule of contrasts: the calmer the shade of the walls, the brighter the curtains should be and vice versa. Sometimes they use one color scheme for walls and window decoration. This applies to gray, white, brown and purple tones. But it is necessary that these shades differ from each other by one or two tones, so that the room does not look boring. If the wallpaper and curtains differ in color, then the curtains should match the upholstery or decorative elements. For the design of small rooms, bedrooms and living rooms, colorful, multi-colored curtains will not be appropriate, as they will visually reduce the space and irritate the eye.
In conclusion, we note that any interior design can be improved with new models of curtains, given that their choice is very diverse in colors and styles. You can independently develop sketches of curtains, or, referring to personal preferences, taste and advice from designers, you can easily find the best fashionable curtains for the windows of your apartment according to the latest trends.
Without textile decoration, the windows in the apartment look bare and dull. Not to mention that everyone strives to look into them if the apartment is on the first or second floor. Curtains are the finishing touch needed in any interior design style.
Modern design curtains are designed to emphasize style without forgetting functionality, as a result the bedroom is conducive to relaxation, and the living room becomes cozy. Designers are moving away from the traditional combination of “daytime” tulle and nighttime thick curtains, sometimes offering completely non-standard solutions.
Curtains play an important role in interior design
Curtains are a necessary interior accessory
Without curtains, the windows look ugly and dull
Modern trends in window design
Classics are always in fashion, but modern trends are laconicism, simplicity, and democracy. Often, designers generally leave the windows open, and this is typical not only for the loft style, which does not accept textiles on the windows. A lot of daylight penetrating through the glass into the room is good, but it is not always appropriate. For example, in the bedroom you cannot do without curtains: bright sun rays can cause discomfort and interfere with proper rest.
Residential designs, even those made in a classic style, are subject to modern trends, which are characterized by:
- simple, plain natural fabrics;
- absence or minimal presence of decorative elements: ruffles, fringes, draperies and lambrequins.
The pomp and splendor of window decorations are now out of favor: the cost of the fabrics, not the lush frills, will tell about the status and wealth of the homeowners.
However, some styles do not suit such modesty at all. The oriental interior is complemented by bright, multi-layer window curtains made of expensive textured fabrics. In such an interior, textiles play a key role, and it is impossible to do without the lush decoration of the window opening.
Roman blinds are now gaining popularity
Curtains should be beautiful and practical
Popular types and modern design of curtains
Despite the fickleness of fashion, the main types of curtains are still popular today:
- classic curtains;
- French curtains;
- roll;
- Japanese.
The design of the curtains can change, just like the fabrics, but the basic principle of execution remains the same.
Curtains must be combined with the interior
Properly selected curtains are the key beautiful design rooms
Choosing curtains for a specific design is not difficult
Classic curtains
They are characterized by:
- traditional design - rectangular canvases;
- the presence of decorative details, in particular - lambrequins, tiebacks;
- harmoniously selected color combinations;
- precisely adjusted proportions;
- carefully selected fabrics.
As a rule, classic curtains for windows are symmetrical canvases, mounted on curtains and spread on two sides, picked up on both sides. In the upper part they are complemented by a lambrequin. The canvases can be simple: the effect is achieved through:
- original lambrequin design;
- combinations of light and dense fabrics;
- carefully selected colors.
Classicism does not tolerate simplicity, excessive boldness and original solutions, or violation of traditions.
Classic curtains are best suited for a living room, bedroom, hall, decorated in this or any historical style.
These curtains are most suitable for the living room
For classic curtains characterized by the presence of decorative elements
French curtains
This design window decoration It is distinguished by pomp and elegance, which is not suitable for every interior. In modern minimalist interiors, such curtains will look pretentious and funny. Their purpose is to emphasize the luxury of decoration, prosperity and wealth.
French curtains are made from a special fabric - soft and elastic, so that the horizontal folds on the curtains lie in a smooth wave. They are aesthetically pleasing in themselves and do not require additional decor, however appearance curtains will depend on the fabric used for sewing.
For example, French curtains made of transparent fabric replace tulle and can be complemented with thick panels and a lambrequin in a classic style. This combination will only emphasize the elegance and luxury of the interior, but is also suitable only for spacious rooms with high ceilings.
French curtains in the interior look very rich and beautiful
French curtains are made of soft and elastic fabric
French curtains are lush and elegant
French curtains can be supplemented with:
- ruffles and fringe;
- tassels and beads.
As a rule, they are made along the width of the opening and cover it completely or are lowered to the floor. The chain mechanism can be used to raise the curtain. This is not a mandatory attribute of window decoration: the curtain can be stationary, not intended to be lifted. For such curtains, organza and chiffon are used.
Depending on their purpose, curtains can have drapery over the entire height or only at the bottom. The latter are often used when decorating a bedroom, when translucent organza is needed only to shade the room. They are combined with long, floor-length curtains made of thick fabric.
Kitchen windows are decorated with short panels with drapery, allowing them to be raised to the desired height. They are made from light organza.
Curtains are used all the way to the floor
Depending on their purpose, curtains can have drapery over the entire height or only at the bottom
Roller blinds
This window decoration system is a flat canvas that covers the window opening and, if necessary, is rolled into a roll, allowing light to enter the room.
Features of roller blinds:
- installed directly in window opening;
- guides are installed under the fabric to ensure uniform motion the bottom bar, thanks to which the canvas fits tightly to the glass and prevents drafts from entering the room.
The advantage of this window decoration system is that during the day the window is open, so the room is always light. Roller blinds are an excellent option for the modern interior of a kitchen, youth room, office, however, they also look harmonious in other rooms decorated in minimalist styles.
These curtains are more suitable for modern interiors
Such curtains look very unusual in the interior
Such curtains fit tightly to the glass and prevent drafts from entering the apartment.
Roller blinds can have different type. The most popular ones are presented in the table.
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A free-hanging fabric that can be attached to any window opening. There is no need to violate window profile: the driving mechanism (shaft) on which the fabric is wound can be attached directly to the upper beam or even to the wall above the window. |
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Cassette blinds |
The frame is inserted into the window opening, the roll is hidden in the upper part of it - the aluminum body, the fabric sheet moves along the guides, which eliminates the possibility of it sagging. The system can only be installed on plastic windows; depending on their type, choose a blind system - UNI 1 or UNI 2. |
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"Lovolight" |
A variant of cassette blinds for large window openings. A decorative box is installed, and it is possible to install a remote control. |
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"Day-Night" |
Double roller blinds, the design of which involves the use of two types of fabric - transmitting daylight differently. You can open them from the top or bottom, thereby adjusting the degree of illumination of the room. |
Roller blinds look good in small rooms; among their advantages is that there is no need to wash or iron them often. With the right choice of fabric, they do not fade and transmit/retain bright sunlight well.
Choose quality materials for curtains
These curtains look good in small rooms
Japanese curtains
The principle of this type of window decoration is a combination of maximum functionality, restraint and laconism inherent in the Japanese style of interior design in general, and external aesthetics. Japanese curtains are used to decorate:
- windows;
- walls;
- doorways;
Japanese style is not acceptable interior walls, partitions in a living room, so such fabrics attached to the ceiling can become a means of zoning a room.
Such curtains are several straight sheets of fabric, the width of which can vary from 40 to 80 cm. They move freely along the cornice. A multi-layer cornice is mounted on the ceiling or wall; it is made of aluminum and has several rows for attaching curtains. Thanks to this, they can be moved and moved in different directions.
Recently, this type of window decoration has become popular; it is used for living rooms and bedrooms, offices, office premises, youth and children's rooms. Due to the fact that there are no folds on the fabric, there is no place for dust to collect, so frequent washing and cleaning of the fabrics is eliminated.
To ensure that the canvas hangs evenly, the fabrics can be either dense or light, translucent. Weights are installed in the lower part to ensure their even position. The simple installation design does not require the involvement of specialists, but such curtains will create an attractive modern interior.
Recently, this type of window decoration has become popular.
Japanese curtains are multi-layered. They can be moved in different directions
The principle of this type of window decoration is to combine maximum functionality
Roman blinds
A variant of roller blinds that differs from simple fabric blinds by the presence of decorative horizontal folds in the fabric. It gives ample opportunities for their use in different styles interior There are three types of Roman blinds:
- Classic. These are even and smooth canvases that form neat and even horizontal folds when lifted. In the lowered position they are similar to roll ones.
- Cascade. Unlike classic Roman ones (Austrian ones, as they are also called), the folds on them remain even in the lowered position, due to which they look attractive. This option is often chosen for classic interiors, art deco, country.
- Frameless is a lightweight version of cascading curtains, differing from the first two in the absence of slats that provide folds in the fabric and make it easier to control the curtains. They look impressive in rustic, ethnic interiors and are suitable for almost any room.
Roman blinds - excellent modern version for any interior. Even the strictest classic style You can “dilute” this window design, the main thing is to choose the right fabric and type of curtains. Tapestry, brocade, and velvet fabrics are suitable. They can be supplemented with organza and light transparent fabrics.
Roman blinds are an excellent modern option for any interior.
Roman blinds are great for the kitchen
Roman blinds made from natural and mixed materials look impressive in modern interiors:
- linen - for the bedroom and living room;
- cotton - for a nursery, living room or bedroom;
- synthetic materials - for the kitchen, since they are easier to care for;
- mixed fabrics – universal option for any room.
Choosing curtains for the interior is not an easy task, because they must be compatible in style, color and appearance with the rest of the room’s decoration. However, often it is the textiles on the windows that are the only color accent that organizes the center of the entire room. Coziness and comfort, conducive to relaxation, are sometimes created by curtains on the windows.
Video: Fashion trends of curtains in the interior
50 photos of ideas for modern curtains in the interior:
Do you want to choose one for your apartment or house? beautiful curtains in a modern style? Once you get acquainted with its main trends, you can easily find the option that you like best. This article will teach you how to correctly combine the design of curtains with the overall interior of the room, without fear of making a mistake.
The main features of curtains in a modern style
If we generally characterize this style, it is the desire for minimalism, ease of use and functionality. Avoid rich draperies and fancy lines. All elements must be united by a common idea and have their own purpose.
Lush decor will create the feeling that you are in a museum, so it is best to choose a laconic look in the spirit of fusion, high-tech, modern, avant-garde or art deco.
Mixing styles in any variations is allowed - there are no restrictions here. This allows you to create a unique interior with a comfortable and cozy atmosphere.
It is best if, before purchasing, you draw up a sketch of the curtains yourself or with the help of a designer. This way you will be sure that all their elements are selected correctly and are in their places.
Much attention should be paid to the cornice. Now it not only performs the function of fastening, but also acts as a decorative element. An original-shaped cornice, equipped with lighting, can become one of the highlights of the interior.
Types of curtains found in modern style
These days, the range of drapes and curtains offered by manufacturers is replete with a huge variety of colors, textures, shapes and design features. Get to know the most popular types and look at photos of curtains in a modern style related to each of them.
Classic
Sliding curtains strung with rings on a cornice. They usually consist of curtains (light curtains located along the entire window) and drapes (vertical panels of thick fabric, often located on the sides). They have not lost their popularity for many years due to their ease of tailoring and convenience.
In a modern style, classic curtains use new types of materials, painted in bright colors. natural colors. Their contrasting combinations are also considered fashionable.
Selected as drawings flower arrangements and striped patterns. Special attention paid to decorative elements, fasteners and cornices, the original appearance of which was achieved thanks to new technologies. Lambrequin has been almost never used lately.
Curtains made from double-sided fabric are very popular. Their edges are fixed using tiebacks so that the wrong side is visible. Another option is two layers of fabric sewn on top. In this case, the top layer is made translucent, and the bottom layer is opaque.
A pattern can be placed on the translucent layer. In this case, in the light it will look voluminous due to the casting of a shadow on the opaque fabric.
Fabric panels
They are made by stretching a sheet of fabric over a profile, resulting in something like a screen. Fabric panels have a minimalistic appearance, there are no folds on them, the canvas is decorated with a beautiful design or pattern.
Used as a decorative addition to curtains. Each panel is fixedly fixed on the cornice. The modern design of curtains of this type may include decor from eyelets.
The main type of fabric panels are Japanese curtains. They differ in the ability to move along the cornice. They can act as an independent element of window design.
They are best suited for large openings, especially if you do not want to place a strong emphasis on their decoration. In the latter case, opt for light fabric light shade.
Rolled
They are a flat sheet of fabric with a weighting agent attached to the bottom edge. When lowered, it completely closes the window. The height is adjusted using a shaft located under the ceiling. When folded, the fabric is wound onto it into a roll, which is why these curtains got their name.
As an independent element of window design, roller blinds will look best in minimalist interiors. In all other cases, they can be used as a decorative element, combined with any other types of curtains, curtains or drapes.
A popular trend today is to print any design you like onto a canvas using a printer, be it a beautiful landscape, your favorite musical group, animals or equipment.
If you need curtains for your bedroom, opt for a model made of thick reflective fabric. They should match the tone of the wallpaper and furniture. This option will help establish an atmosphere of mystery and security and create a pleasant twilight, so necessary for a place to sleep.
Roman
This is a sheet of fabric fastened to a cornice in such a way that, when lifted, it forms horizontal folds lying on top of each other. Enough original solution allowing you to create an exclusive interior.
Roman blinds were invented in ancient times, but now their design has become much more advanced thanks to the automation of lifting mechanisms. The innovation allows you to comfortably and easily adjust the height of the canvas on large window openings, in hard to reach places, as well as in cases where there are many windows in the room.
They fit well into any design, but when decorating a room in a classic modern style, it is better to combine them with sliding ones.
Austrian
In appearance they are similar to palace curtains. Their lower edge is tucked, forming wavy folds. By design, they can be stationary or rising, for which they are attached to a cornice with a lifting mechanism.
Nowadays, Austrian curtains are used mainly to decorate girls’ rooms and kitchens. The fabric is most often selected translucent, light or dark shades.
Pleated
They are a structure made of profiles onto which pleated fabric is attached. These profiles can move from left to right, right to left, top to bottom or bottom to top. They can be mounted on the ceiling, wall or even window frame.
Pleated is a universal solution for windows of any shape. Some models have a day-night function that allows you to adjust the level of light in the room. Easy to use and do not require special care.
They are able to modernize a classic interior, fit well into a minimalist design, and will fit perfectly with the high-tech style. Perfect if you need curtains for your living room.
"Bishop's Sleeve"
It looks like a decorative curtain, pulled horizontally and slightly extended upward in one or more places. In the area of the ties, cascading waves are formed, in appearance reminiscent of the sleeves on a bishop’s robe.
They have been known for many centuries - in the Middle Ages they were often used to decorate family estates and palaces throughout Europe. They look chic and graceful, fit perfectly into any modern interior with floral patterns and ornate elements, adding splendor to it.
Remember that these original curtains can only be used as decoration, as they are absolutely not practical. To protect the room from prying eyes and sunlight, it is better to combine the “Bishop Sleeve” with other types of curtains, for example, roller, Roman or Austrian.
Gauze thread curtains
These are many threads hanging from the eaves, woven into thin braids. In appearance they are somewhat reminiscent of wooden and bamboo curtains, where individual elements are strung on a fishing line or a thin, inconspicuous thread. They are often decorated with decor various forms and colors.
The muslin is made from synthetic threads, due to which it has a soft shape, does not get tangled or unraveled in the cutting areas, maintaining an aesthetic appearance. Can be used both as a curtain and a decorative element.
When choosing the most suitable one from the proposed options, do not be afraid to experiment and combine them in various combinations. Modern style implies great freedom, you are free to do as you like. Use the suggestions provided as a starting point and create your own unique interior, matching your character and tastes.
Photos of curtains in a modern style
The design of curtains sets a certain mood for the room, and also radically changes it appearance. Curtains can add sophistication and luxury to the interior or create a cozy and comfortable atmosphere.
How to choose curtains for the interior?
The choice of curtains should be approached very responsibly.
Some basic tips for choosing curtain designs:
- Curtains can be an excellent option, not only for window decoration, but also for zoning small room or studio. They allow you to correctly and proportionally distribute space or separate certain areas, such as a niche for a bed or a dressing room.
- Light-colored canvases can visually adjust space and increase the volume of small rooms.
- To combine curtains, when choosing materials of different colors, it is desirable that they match in style.
- For simple operation of curtains, you need to choose the most convenient mounting options for curtains.
- The choice of fittings is also influenced by the type of cornice; it can be plastic, wood or metal.
- It is desirable that the color of the curtains matches the main shade of the walls, furniture upholstery or textiles.
- According to Feng Shui, it is believed that curtain designs should be selected individually for each room, for example, thick and opaque fabrics are suitable for a bedroom, and ordinary blinds will be sufficient in the kitchen.
Rules for choosing curtain colors
The choice of color determines the basic decor scheme of the room.
- Warm colors create an approximation effect and increase the window space and the room as a whole.
- For small rooms, it is not advisable to choose products that are too dark shades, as they will visually make it smaller.
- The color of curtains should traditionally match the main shade of the walls, regardless of whether they are painted or decorated with wallpaper.
- Bright shades attract the main attention.
- For a room decorated in rich colors, non-bright plain curtains are suitable.
How to choose fabric?
Taking into account the performance indicators and characteristics of the materials, you can select the most suitable option as accurately as possible.
- The choice of fabric depends on the style of the curtains and how it is intended to drape. These can be either rough or softer folds.
- The material for curtains will also depend on the functional features of the room, because windows can be designed in the corridor, on the stairs or even in the bathroom.
- For greater protection against sunlight, you should choose denser fabrics.
- Light and thin materials suitable for rooms located on the north side.
What types of curtains are there?
There are many types of different curtains and materials for sewing them. For example, curtains, curtains (tulle, voile, organza), roller blinds, Roman, Austrian, French, Japanese curtains and others.
Curtain colors
Properly selected color is the basis for the success of any interior.
Beige
They add gentle luxury to the room and do not visually overload it. The design of beige curtains creates a cozy and pleasant atmosphere.
The photo shows the curtain design beige color in the kitchen interior.
White
White curtains look very stylish. They create a strict, noble and sublime design.
The photo shows a kitchen with white translucent Roman models on the window opening.
Turquoise
Turquoise curtains fill the room with tenderness and make the interior light and unobtrusive.
The photo shows turquoise curtains combined with tulle in a high-tech living room.
Blue
They add airiness and romance to the room. Because of its versatility, blue on curtains can reveal itself in a new way every time.
Yellow
The yellow color on the curtains charges the room with positivity, bringing extraordinary brightness and warmth to it.
The photo shows a small living room with yellow curtains on the window.
Greens
Green curtain designs always look very fresh. Due to which the whole room begins to breathe natural freshness.
Gold
Golden shade curtains create a sensual atmosphere in the interior and add idle luxury to it.
Brown
Draperies or curtains in brown tones give the room a respectable and rich look.
The photo shows the curtain design brown in the bathroom.
Reds
Red curtains fill the room with energy, temperament and a light breath of romance.
Pink
The pink color on the curtains evokes tenderness and airiness; pastel colors create a calm, relaxing and peaceful design.
Gray
Modern, elegant and pleasing to the eye, gray curtains for window decoration look, although discreet, very stylish.
The photo shows the design of short curtains gray in design kitchen window.
Blue
Blue is a gorgeous and luxurious color, evocative With deep sea. The design of curtains in blue tones creates a truly homely interior.
Lilac
Curtains in lilac tones can be either warm or cold, acting as an accent or a wonderful background. In any case, they will bring comfort, sophistication and lightness to the room.
Purple
Purple curtains are a great way to create original design, they give the apartment a certain charm and elegance. Thanks to a certain saturation of this color, you can not only decorate a room, but also enlarge it, reduce it in size or change the lighting.
The photo shows purple Roman blinds in the bedroom light colors.
Black
They have a magical effect. The interior of any room with black curtains looks fashionable, shocking and at the same time very attractive.
Burgundy
The presence of burgundy curtains in the interior makes it elite and luxurious, but at the same time quite harmonious and balanced.
Orange
They give a positive mood and make the room brighter, lighter, sunnier and warmer.
Photos of curtains in the interior of rooms
Textile window decoration creates a special coziness in the room.
Living room
Models with a functional and practical design will maintain a cozy and warm atmosphere in the living room. Both classically cut curtains with or without patterns, as well as light curtains, would be appropriate.
The photo shows a living room in light colors with light curtains on the window.
Bedroom
Curtains are an elegant decor for any bedroom. Here, options from denser fabrics are most often selected, but the choice of the curtain design itself depends on the style of the room.
Kitchen
Curtains used to decorate a kitchen window can significantly transform a space and create a feeling of coziness and tranquility.
The photo shows the design of translucent curtains in the kitchen interior.
Children's
Products from natural materials with different bright design and drawings will not only bring aesthetic pleasure and correspond to the general style of the nursery, but also meet practical and environmental requirements.
Bathroom
A variety of fabric models can add a little coziness and beauty to the cold, sparkling atmosphere of the bathroom.
The photo shows roller curtain models on a window opening in the bathroom.
Balcony
Curtains will be a very worthy choice for a loggia. When choosing options, first of all you need to pay attention to the size of the balcony and the functionality of the windows.
Cabinet
It is curtains that can enliven the austere interior of an office and place the necessary fashionable accents in it. These can be luxurious canvases with many draperies or simpler and more laconic models; the design of the curtain ensemble will depend on the style direction and taste preferences.
Hallway
In the interior of the hallway, curtains will attract attention at first glance. The most the best option There will be products made from more practical fabrics that are easy to care for and less susceptible to contamination.
Verandas and terraces
The design of curtains for the veranda can be very diverse. Curtains for a summer house give the terrace coziness and comfort, and create an ideal atmosphere for relaxation.
The photo shows white curtains in the design of a summer terrace.
Curtain styles
Currently, curtains are a popular decor for many styles.
Provence
Natural canvases decorated with various decors or simple, unpretentious prints are a priority in the Provence style.
Loft
Clear silhouettes of neutral curtain designs, without unnecessary folds and flounces, will be especially appropriate in this style.
Classic
Complex curtain ensembles made from high-quality fabrics harmonize perfectly with this slightly strict but solemn style.
Country
Country style curtains with natural and simple design, decorated with simple geometric patterns in the form of a cage or strip, will emphasize the lyricism and closeness to nature of the country style.
The photo shows a design for curtains with a checkered print in a country style nursery.
Modern
Various colors and textures of curtain designs, harmoniously combined with accessories or furniture, are ideal for modern direction. Clear lines, a reasonable number of folds, monotony or a pattern that matches the interior design are welcome here.
Marine style
This style most often uses white or blue curtains with or without patterns, geometric prints. Natural products made from bamboo also deserve special attention, as they go well with the design of the room and support the overall style.
Hi-tech
For high-tech interiors, more laconic curtain options are relevant. Thanks to their simplicity and naturalism, they will look cozy and modest, but at the same time very stylish.
The photo shows a high-tech bedroom and black curtains combined with curtains.
Shabby chic
Classic canvases in subdued colors, complemented by ruffles, tassels, bows, flounces, frills or lambrequins, will not stand out from the overall picture and will emphasize the originality, aristocracy and tenderness of the shabby chic style.
Eastern style
Curtains made of velvet, taffeta or soft fabric with various patterns that echo the patterns on textiles, pillows or carpets enliven the interior without creating a feeling of diversity. They will harmoniously complement many types oriental styles, such as Arabic, Indian, Japanese or Chinese.
Russian style
The environmental friendliness of Russian folk style involves an abundance of natural materials, so curtains are no exception. Cotton or chintz curtains in wooden house, with embroidery, flowers or with Gzhel and Khokhloma paintings, will help create a comfortable atmosphere and give the atmosphere a complete design.
The photo shows the design of curtains in the living room, decorated in Russian style.
Patchwork style
These products look original and unique. The design of patchwork curtains can be either bright and expressive or very gentle and harmonious.
Scandinavian
Heavier and thicker curtains or light designs in neutral colors will become an integral part of the restrained and slightly cold Scandinavian style.
Curtain sizes
Two curtain length options:
- Long. They hide window imperfections well, visually raise the ceiling and expand the room.
- Short. Shortened models look stylish and, most importantly, are highly ergonomic.
Decor and decoration of curtains
Handsome and elegant decor complements the curtain ensemble and gives the window design a more complete look.
Lambrequins
An excellent compositional addition for curtains. With a lambrequin, the window space looks not only very elegant and stylish, but also more harmonious and thorough.
Tackles
Decorating curtains with tiebacks makes the curtain design more original and unique and allows you to tie tassels, cords or ribbons onto the fabric and update its appearance in a matter of seconds.
The photo shows a design of curtains with tiebacks in the form of decorative tassels.
Holders
They allow you to fix the canvas and give it a certain shape. In addition, they perfectly complement the overall design of the curtains and give it novelty and uniqueness.
The photo shows a thick red curtain, decorated with a holder.
Drawings on curtains
Different patterns and patterns on the curtains will make the room more rich and interesting and even visually change the space.
Decorative brushes
They can transform even the most simple curtain compositions, give them completeness and solemnity, and also add a certain touch of aristocracy.
Fringe
With such decoration as fringe, even the most ordinary curtains acquire a noble and attractive appearance. Canvases with glass beads, beads or pom-poms add liveliness to the room.
The photo shows a children's room and a curtain design with pom-poms.
With edging
The edging puts emphasis on the window space and emphasizes the silhouette of the curtain ensemble.
One side
This design adds originality and dynamism to the room. Asymmetrical designs attract attention and become the main accent in the interior.
Two-color
They set a certain tone for the room and help model the space. The original two-color curtain design will be a wonderful decoration for any interior.
How to design custom windows?
For proper design of window openings unusual shape, you need to comply with a huge number of features.
Attic
Here, first of all, the ergonomics and practicality of curtain designs are taken into account. They should not only protect the room from the sun, but also be easy to operate.
Arched
Mobile models, characterized by convenience and ease of everyday use, are especially suitable for windows of this shape.
The photo shows a living room and arched windows, decorated with light-colored curtains.
Bay window
The design of the curtains should emphasize the specific shape of the bay window and not overload it with its appearance.
Beveled
Designs that best highlight the non-standard geometry of an oblique window opening and give it a special twist are suitable here.
The photo shows a bedroom and a sloping window decorated with curtains.
Triangular
Triangular-shaped windows provide ample opportunities for experimentation. Both models on various cornices and products mounted on the frame itself are suitable for decorating them.
The photo shows white curtains on a small window opening in the bathroom.
Panoramic
Such large stained glass openings are designed depending on which side they are located on. For windows with a southern orientation, structures made of denser materials are better suited, as they absorb a lot of light.
Corner
Curtains should have a design that can effectively highlight corner window and give it a seamless look.
The photo shows a children's room and a corner window with Roman curtains.
Narrow
Curtains with a small number of fixed folds look very neat and give a narrow window space a special chic.
Round and semicircular
This form of window opening itself is a self-sufficient architectural decor of the entire room, so its decor should be minimal, but original.
For 2 windows with a wall
Curtains with identical designs are often preferred. This design looks elegant and further harmonizes the interior.
Trapezoidal
Properly selected curtain designs allow you to balance the unusual and slightly irregular shape opening.
Photo gallery
A certain design makes curtains the main decoration of the entire interior. Due to this, they radically change the appearance of the entire room, and also emphasize the sophistication or laconicism of the decor.
In interior design, as in clothing design, new fashion trends regularly appear and what was relevant today may turn out to be hopelessly outdated tomorrow. This does not mean that in pursuit of fashion we should change wallpaper every 2-3 years and floor covering. To make the living room interior correspond to the spirit of the times, it is enough to buy new curtains. In this article we will look at everything fashion news 2018 in the design of modern curtains for the living room and hall, and we will also present many visual photos with examples.
Curtains and tulle
Tulle and curtains have long remained the most popular tandem for decorating window openings in living rooms and halls.
In 2017, it is fashionable to hang two-color curtains. In fact, such curtains are simply sewn from fabric of two different colors. Due to this method of sewing, it seems that some curtains are layered on top of others. It looks beautiful and stylish.
The photo shows options for modern two-color curtains for the living room and hall.
Today it is fashionable to combine any type of curtain with lambrequins. Let's look at some modern ideas:
- A lush classic lambrequin will give the appearance of curtains and curtains gloss and status.
- A lambrequin in the form of a crossover will soften and make the strict straight lines of Roman curtains and horizontal blinds less official.
- A bandeau in the form of an elongated narrow rectangle will emphasize the smooth soft shapes of Austrian and French curtains.
- An openwork lambrequin with a fancy ornament in combination with vertical fabric blinds will create the effect of perspective and depth of space outside the window.
For each type of curtain you can find your own lambrequin model. Together they will help create a unique and one-of-a-kind interior.
Roman blinds
- a type of lifting curtains. They have a simple rectangular shape, when assembled, they are assembled into even horizontal folds, which are obtained thanks to plastic and wooden slats sewn to their reverse side.
The photo shows an example of how you can combine Roman blinds and classic curtains so that they look beautiful in a modern interior.
Designers love Roman blinds for their versatility. They can be sewn from fabric of any texture and color. This means that Roman blinds can be used both as drapes and as curtains, and you can find a suitable model for every situation.
Even if it does not fit very harmoniously into the interior, it can always be combined with another model of window curtains.
For a classic living room, representative dense fabrics such as velvet, jacquard, brocade, and tapestry are usually chosen. Roman curtains made from them are combined with curtains made of tulle, veil, light silk or organza.
For a living room in a minimalist style, designers recommend Roman blinds made of plain or vertically striped fabric. The alternation of dark and light stripes looks especially impressive on wide windows.
For living room in Japanese or ecological styles Roman blinds made of bamboo or straw can be an excellent solution. And to soften their strict forms, they can be complemented with light colorless tulle suspended from the ceiling string cornice.
Interiors in rustic style, such as English shabby chic, French Provence and American country will decorate Roman curtains with a floral print or checkered linen or thick cotton. True, this season small prints are not welcome, so it is better to choose larger flowers and plaids. Due to the fact that the folds on Roman curtain models are even and sparse, they do not distort the design.
For a small living room with little daylight, Roman blinds made of light, light-colored fabric are best suited. They will not visually burden a small room and will not attract unnecessary attention. If you complement such light curtains with transparent curtains, the room will look even more fresh and airy.
Thus, you can find “your own” Roman blinds for any interior. But since their shape remains unchanged, you won’t be able to experiment with it. Therefore, you can harmoniously fit them into the decor only by choosing models from fabrics of different textures and colors.
Austrian curtains
The only model of lifting curtains with a romantic character, emphasized by graceful draperies. The exception is French marquises. But still them classic version implies static, and they began to be equipped with lifting controls only recently.
“Austrians” are draped only in the lower part of the canvases, so the folds on them do not look lush and pompous. This season, they are sewn mainly from soft natural fabrics in delicate colors with floral prints: thin linen, chintz, tulle, organza in delicate pastel colors and decorated with bows, braid, lace, curtain pins in the form of flowers and butterflies.
Austrian models can also be made from a delicate veil or organza and combined with classic long curtains. And can be used as main curtains.
It’s impossible to say unequivocally that Austrian curtains are suitable for any interior. Their naive "Peisan" character fits best with classic rustic styles:
- For English shabby chic, “Austrian” ones made of plain cotton or whitish silk are suitable pastel shades.
- For French Provence It is better to sew them from thick cotton or linen with delicate pink or blue flowers.
- For Austrian curtains in a room decorated in American country style, choose satin or cotton with small checks or stripes.
The shading that such fabrics create is usually sufficient for living rooms. Therefore, it is possible, but not necessary, to combine curtains made from them with other curtains.
Japanese fabric panels
― sliding curtains consisting of rectangular, rigidly stretched fabric panels. Outwardly, they resemble wardrobe doors and move in a horizontal plane according to the same principle. The tension of the canvases is ensured by a weight bar threaded through the drawstring in their lower part.
Despite their ascetic appearance, Japanese curtains can create a no less cozy and comfortable atmosphere in the living room than curtains with lush draperies. Moreover, their length can be either up to the window sill or to the floor. The latter option is preferable for the living room and hall.
The light-protective properties of Japanese curtains depend on their density. At the same time, you can choose any fabric for them: natural, synthetic, thick, transparent, colored, plain, with photo printing. The choice depends on what role you assign to them in the interior. Does your room need complete shading or does it need curtains that only slightly soften the daylight? Will they be its main accent or are they intended to create a backdrop for the decor?
The fashion trends of the season for Japanese curtains in the hall and living room are as follows:
- A combination of fabrics of different densities on one cornice, for example, translucent and dense silk. In this case, dense panels play the role of curtains, and translucent curtains.
- If the size of the window allows, then up to 10 canvases of different colors and textures can be placed in front of it. By moving them along the cornice, arranging them in a row, one after another or overlapping, you can endlessly play with light, shadow and color.
- One of the latest fashion trends is photo curtains. Since Japanese models are shaped like canvas stretched over a frame, they are ideal for photo printing. You can put any image on them and create a unique, individual interior in your living room.
When decorating a living room or hall with Japanese curtains, do not forget that they are best suited for minimalist interiors, such as Japanese, hi-tech, minimalism, modern classics. In order to harmoniously fit laconic fabric panels into lush and romantic interiors, they will have to be combined with curtains, tulle or muslin.
Roller blinds
Recently, modern curtains for the hall have been replenished with another interesting and practical variety - or roller shutters. Such a curtain is a piece of fabric that is wound on a shaft installed in a window opening or directly on the window sashes. In the first case, when lowered, it covers the window completely along with the window sill, and in the second, only the glass.
Such curtains are especially suitable for people who love laconicism in their interiors. Initially, they were used to decorate windows mainly in the kitchen and bathroom, and for other rooms they were considered too simple. But today, when non-standard solutions are in fashion and many people are already quite fed up with traditional curtains, roller blinds are used in all residential premises. And to make the appearance of roller blinds less official, they are combined with other types of curtains.
Modern ideas in the field of interior design make it possible to use roller blinds in any interior style:
- In a high-tech style living room, roller shutters in the color of wet asphalt, as well as black or white, look great.
- Roller blinds in pale shades, with only a hint of color, are suitable for the minimalist style.
- To the living room in Japanese style choose curtains made from fabrics in natural colors, brown, green, and also bamboo.
- Roller shutters in bright colors fit best into avant-garde interior styles such as modern and pop art. The main thing is not to forget to support them with other elements of the same color: upholstery on furniture, decorative pillows.
- For classic interiors, roller shutters alone will not be enough. Thick roller blinds will have to be supplemented with tulle, and roller blinds made of transparent fabric with curtains.
Particularly popular are those that differ from ordinary roller blinds in their ability to dose what enters the room. natural light. Day-night curtains are made of two layers of fabric of different textures, consisting of alternating dense and transparent stripes. In the closed position they look like a single canvas, and in the open position they form gaps and let in the sun's rays.
Kisey or thread curtains
- curtains made of dense rows of threads or ribbons. They are very decorative, flexible, easy to drape, look great as an independent window decoration and can also be easily combined with other types of curtains.
Despite their airy structure, thread curtains are quite capable of creating sufficient shading for rooms that do not need 100% protection from sunlight. Therefore, it is not surprising that designers are increasingly using them when decorating halls and living rooms.
The word muslin hides a huge number of curtains, very different in color and texture, but they can be conditionally divided into two types: simple and with solid decorative elements.
Simple muslin consists of twisted cotton, chenille or silk threads, plain or multi-colored. Kisey with solid decorative elements is the same simple threads, but decorated with glass beads, beads, sequins, shells, artificial butterflies or flowers.
Every time new decor options for muslin appear, and it is impossible to list all the modern ideas for decorating a living room and hall with these non-trivial curtains. Here are just a few of them:
- In eastern Arab interiors, from which they came to us thread curtains muslin of rich bright colors with the addition of gold and silver threads looks best.
- In a high-tech style living room, muslin with a metallic sheen is appropriate, as well as black, white and the colors of wet asphalt.
- For halls in the Provence and shabby chic style, delicate snow-white muslin decorated with bugles or artificial flowers is suitable.
- For a Mediterranean living room, you can choose muslin decorated with shells.
- For classic interiors, muslin in delicate pastel shades, playing the role of curtains, is best suited.
In addition, in almost all interiors, thread curtains look very impressive when hung over long curtains and beautifully draped.
- 1 Curtains for the hall and living room can be of any model, the main thing is that they are in harmony with the rest of the decor.
- 2 Today it is important to combine diverse curtains on one window: tulle and blinds, porters and Roman curtains, roller blinds and curtains.
- 3 Curtains should not blend into the walls. For plain wallpaper, choose curtains of a contrasting or darker color, plain or with a pattern. And, conversely, only plain curtains are chosen for colorful wallpaper.
- 4 When going to the store to buy fabric for curtains, take a piece of wallpaper with you. If the walls are painted, you can photograph them on mobile device. This will help you navigate the color of the fabric.
- 5 The fabric looks different on the counter than on the windows. Therefore, take a look at it before purchasing.
- 6 This season, everything natural is in fashion. This applies not only to the quality of curtain fabric, but also to its color. The most popular colors are green, blue, brown, cherry, mustard. They should be rich and muted, reminiscent of thick gouache paints.
- 7 Large prints are in fashion. Curtains with photo printing are very popular. Depending on the image, they can be matched to any interior.
Living room and hall are rooms where guests are received and by which the owners are judged. And if, when decorating other rooms, we first of all try to make them comfortable, then the hall and living room, by their status, simply have to be fashionable and beautiful. Possibilities modern curtains in this regard are limitless. You can always find a beautiful, practical and interior-appropriate model among them.