Arched windows and other such shapes add intense architectural interest to any property, traditional or contemporary, so it’s no wonder that people want these features at home.
However, as beautiful as they are, they do represent a challenge when it comes to curtain choices, so it’s always worth thinking long and hard about how you’d like to dress them up before you invest in any fabric.
Issues you’ll need to consider when dealing with windows of unusual shapes include light control and privacy, whether you need to have custom fittings made up to suit the space in question, how difficult the installation work will likely be and how best to go about achieving visual harmony throughout the living space.
Custom curtains
By far and away the easiest strategy to employ when working with tricky windows is to have custom curtains made specifically to fit the space. It can be beneficial to make use of a full design and consultancy service where you work closely with your service provider to make curtains and blinds that suit your home, no matter what.
You may find that Italian stringing is the answer to your problem, where drapery features cords on the back of the fabric so that it can be pulled back without having to use tiebacks or holdbacks. This means you can enjoy a fully functional curtain that opens and closes without lift cords, thus not compromising on the architectural aesthetics of the window itself.
Roman blinds
Another option for your arched windows is Roman blinds, which are a particularly great choice if you want to showcase the architecture of the window.
You can have these blinds designed bespoke to fit the top curve of the arch and, when lowered, you’re sure to appreciate how the smoothness of the fabric really shows the window off at its best.
But you don’t have to leave it at that and if you still like the idea of drapery, what about combining your Roman blinds with some light and airy curtain fabric, lending a beautifully soft and romantic feel to proceedings quickly and easily.
Of course, these are just a couple of ideas and you may find that you have a few other tricks up your sleeve. The world of interior design is your oyster, after all, so just play around with some concepts to see what you can come up with. Happy home styling!