Curtains, most often, the final and key element in the design of the hall. You can entrust their choice to a professional decorator, and you can show your taste, take into account the wishes of family members and the requirements for "clothes for windows" and design a curtain yourself.
Thousands of models of curtains are presented in magazines and on websites, but before you start to choose from them or invent something of your own, you need to answer a few questions.
- Will the curtains have an additional purpose besides decorating the living room? Should they hide from prying eyes or protect the room from the bright sun?
- What is the height of the ceilings, the dimensions of the windows and the room as a whole?
- In what style is the interior of the hall?
- Should the curtain material be selected for an existing carpet or other textile?
Style
First and foremost, you need to understand what style the curtains will withstand. For classic and neo-classical interiors, simple curtains for curtains, large enough with large folds, are suitable. They usually do not serve as an accent in the room, so the scale is better to choose a calm, in the tone of upholstered furniture, walls. Lambrequins of restrained forms and wide picks will be appropriate.
In the richly decorated halls of curtains, too, you can make from heavy fabrics, with embroidery, sequins, fringe. Suit brocade, taffeta, silk, velvet and fabrics with a complex pattern. The tailor will suit complicated, fantasy. For example, the fabric can be arranged in several layers. Fringes, flounces, frills can be used in various combinations.
In modern interiors you can experiment with the shape and color of the curtains. For example, the panels can be asymmetrical - one already, the other wider, made of different fabrics or different in color. One half can be made of several layers, you can experiment with the lining, making it contrast or close to the main color. At the peak of fashion - the live curtains of many unshackled threads and curtains of beads of various shapes and colors.
In minimalistic and discreet interiors, they are usually limited to curtains or Japanese curtains. For high-tech interiors, straight curtains from rigid fabrics, monochrome or with a geometric pattern, are suitable. Mount them on metal eyelets, in addition, you can use podkvaty on magnets, an interesting metal decor.
Fabric and color
From the scorching sun and curious looks hide the curtains of dense material. Most often, a dense fabric of curtains is combined with a thin tulle, now a preference is given to a smooth organza. You can do without it by hanging Roman or roller blinds on the window. Windows overlooking the shady side can be put on light, flowing fabrics. Fabrics with metallized luster attract more attention, curtains of them sew more simple cut.
Light curtains increase the room, the dark ones reduce and visually bring the wall on which they hang. The color of the curtains should be in harmony with the situation of the room and be supported by other textiles or decorative elements. For example, a neutral beige interior will brighten bright-green or orange curtains, supplemented by cushions of the same fabric and a vase of the same color.
Size
The smaller the hall, the simpler the shape and the more restrained should be the curtains. It is possible to give a zest to them due to interesting details - pendants, pickings, and also fabrics with an unusual, but medium-sized, pattern. In rooms with a low ceiling, the lambrequins will visually even more hide the height. Complex designs of lambrequins, with several tiers, ties, brushes and other elements look good only in rooms above 2.5 meters. For low ceilings, you can recommend a curtain made of a thin material, just gathering on the floor.
Details and combinations
With the help of decorative elements - brushes, pendants, clips, brooches, picks - you can update the usual curtains and give them personality. A border of contrasting color or from a companion material is a modern and fashionable option. You can choose a lining of contrasting color or make curtains double-sided and turn them around depending on the season and mood.
Curtains - the fastest and inexpensive way to change the appearance of the hall. If you can not decide on the design, sew or order several sets and change them from time to time.
