PhotoHaving large windows is a feature of many apartments, and is great for an open and airy feel. But many properties don’t have the luxury of having large windows. Knowing how to style a room to make the most of these can transform a room.
It’s all about knowing the tips and tricks to do it.
Fit curtain polls
Instead of buying a curtain pole that is just a little wider than the window, extend it out as far as possible on each side by a foot or so. Once you have hung the curtains and other window treatments, it can fool the eye into thinking that the window takes up a far greater proportion of the wall. In order to make this look more convincing, use thicker fabrics so that you can conceal light and window frames when using this particular trick. If you have escape windows or impact windows, then you can ensure that they’re easily accessible with this method too.
You should also fit the poles as close to the ceiling as possible to make the windows look much taller and overall heighten the look of the room.
Mirror Magic
Small windows don’t let in much light, and no amount of interior design trickery can change that. However, by placing large mirrors in the room, you’ll reflect what light there is make the room look bigger and lighter.
Avoid Tall Furniture
When designing your room, use lower heights of furniture near any small windows. This will keep the scale of the room in synch and not draw attention to the size of the window. A small table or chair should work, or a low bookcase. If you do need to put tall furniture in the room, keep it on the opposite side of the room if possible.
Use Vertical Stripes
When choosing fabrics for your blinds or curtains, think of using vertical stripes to create an optical illusion. The eye will be drawn up, creating the appearance that the window is taller than it actually is. This trick will work even if you don’t want to have a colorful pattern, you can find neutrals with vertical stripes woven into the fabric.
Create A More Interesting Moulding
You might think that trying to make the window frame of a small window as inconspicuous as possible is a good idea, but the reverse is true. By creating a more elaborate molding or trim around the window, you’re increasing its size, even if you’re not increasing the size of the glass. There are a lot of types of moldings and casings to choose from and they can be fitted very easily, with few DIY skills.
Conclusion
The key to great interior design is using fabrics, furniture, and decor to enhance the features of a property. Small windows can be made to appear much bigger than they are and give an otherwise dull room a new focal point.
