A living room should be full of relaxing vibes, function, and an inviting atmosphere. It’s a place to entertain guests, host movie nights or chill with a good book. The way your family uses this room means you need flexible solutions to make it everything it needs to be. With all that on your mind, we understand choosing living room window treatments might feel like a chore. We have options to take stress out and keep the inspiration flowing. Ready to dive in?
Staying Functional.
Finding the right living room window treatments means the place you start matters. We encourage clients to think about the way they use the space first. Doing this sets you up to make it ultra-functional while avoiding common pitfalls. Here are some of our best questions to self-assess your needs so you can arrive at a beautiful destination.
- What kind of privacy do I need?
- Are windows high and out of reach?
- Is there direct sunlight into the room?
- Are there windows and doors?
All Together Now.
A living room is truly the chameleon of your home. It transforms and morphs depending on the needs of your family. As the day evolves so does the atmosphere of the space. A favorite for warm, naturally lit daylight ambiance is sheer window treatments. They diffuse light through the fabric for a soft glowy effect, perfect for midday activities. But, they can also close with solid fabrics if there is too much light, or when you need privacy.

For privacy and light control, we love the top down bottom up feature. You’re able to make adjustments that block direct sunlight without compromising all of it. In the “up” position, natural light comes through at the top of the window for the right balance of light and dark.

Make a Scene.
Everything, including the view, can influence how the living room feels. Often, homes feature large windows that look out over views that you want to enhance. Frame it with the right window shades. We love the look of pairing an expansive window with pirouette or silhouette shades then elevating it with side panel drapery. You get to enjoy the view and get the privacy and room darkening effect you need.

Keep it Versatile.
You know just how versatile a living room should be. It has to adapt to accommodate different people and activities throughout the day. Having living room window treatments that evolve to fit those shifts in use and daylighting is important. One of our favorite suggestions is a dual shade. With these, you have two shades on one window. Meaning, you get the widest range of possibilities for control. Lower the sheer shade for softer light and views. For more privacy lower the secondary shade, and for a full room darkening moment, lower it completely. You truly can have it all with these.

Coordinate Doors and Windows.
When you have spaces that share doors and windows, you need options. When we run up against these questions, we like to offer different ideas to spark inspiration. One of our first suggestions is a classic solution. Coordinating window coverings on both the doors and the windows helps create cohesion. You may find it’s also ideal for a sleek and modern aesthetic.
Our second recommendation is coordinating fabrics in different shade styles. If you have patio doors where vertical shades work best this can be a great option. Having vertical and horizontal window shades together looks best when certain elements are harmonious. Often, fabrics are carried through different collections so you can find what works best for you.

Achieve Effortless Atmosphere.
With the incredible amount of smart home technology, window coverings are better than ever. Automation is seamlessly integrated so you can control shades via voice command, app, or with a tap. Motorized blinds take the guessing out of adjusting shades to the right position. If you have hard to reach windows it makes it a breeze to move living room window treatments. The atmosphere you create in your home is crucial. You can make it easier with smart home options.

Ready to Find Favorites?
If you’ve been inspired to elevate your living room, we can help. The team at Bazaar Home Decorating loves helping clients curate the right products for their home. Whether you need large window solutions or just need help getting started. We’re here to help your family enjoy the space they deserve. Contact us today to get started for a free in-home consultation.