Curtains for the hall - stylish and sufficient bright design for anyone modern interior. What are the trends and new products this year? This is exactly what this article will discuss.
For a very long time, curtains have been more than just a piece of fabric that hangs in a room to protect from the bright sun or from “looking” into the windows from the street when it is dark there. Curtains for the hall 2016 are as important decor as beautiful expensive vases or paintings by famous artists. Accordingly, their selection must be approached very carefully, based on modern tendencies and new designs designer interiors. If you want your living room to be decorated fashionably and stylishly, you definitely need to take into account some of the tips given by interior designers in 2016.
Natural notes are in fashion!
The choice of the most natural and natural materials is gaining momentum, becoming more popular in modern world. This applies to almost everything! AND finishing materials(environmentally friendly and natural wood or MDF - it all depends on who can afford what), and materials for decoration (all kinds of panels, textiles, etc.).
Accordingly, the most suitable option- These are curtains made exclusively from natural materials. It can be cotton, silk and other plant fibers. But in this matter, no one will be a hindrance to anyone in choosing exactly what will suit a certain situation. Photos of new curtains for the living room can be viewed in a special catalog, which contains the most original options. For comparison, you can briefly familiarize yourself with the materials from which “natural” curtains for the hall are made:
- Velvet - nylon, cotton or silk can be used as the main fabric, through which short and fairly thick fibers are pulled. They are what give the velvety fabric a certain structure.
- Taffeta - made from synthetic fabric or silk. A fairly heavy version of the fabric, and also smooth and rustling, with a shimmering surface.
- Mora - made on the basis of natural silk, has a wavy pattern that can shimmer.
- Jacquard is a rather intricate weaving of threads with an interesting ornament.
- Brocade is a weave like jacquard, but also has three-dimensional patterns.
- Satin is cotton fiber with a slight sheen.
- Jute is a rough fabric. Made from natural jute fibers.
- Voile - made on the basis of cotton paper, silk with a light texture and patterns.
- Chiffon is the finest transparent fabric. Produced on the basis of natural silk.
- Tulle is a thin fabric with a mesh structure.
Curtains for the living room - new items 2016
What are the main types of curtains this season? More on this later.
Lightness and weightlessness
For interior design, curtains for the hall 2016 should give the room lightness. If we consider, for example, the design of the loft style, which is so popular today, then designers prefer to use light, thin curtains, and sometimes even transparent ones.
To create a wonderful “weightless” interior, you can use fabrics such as voile, tulle or chiffon.
If you have already looked through photos of curtains for the hall design 2016, you probably noticed that white is a very popular color. In fact, it is true - it is the most fashionable! But no one limits anyone in terms of choosing a color scheme, and you can use colors that suit the main interior of your living room. After all, the rich shades used on the weightless structure of the curtains further accentuate the modern design style.
Drapery and volume of fabrics
Here everyone may think that the use of volume or drapery is completely the opposite of the previous method - lightness and weightlessness. In fact, this is absolutely not true!
To ensure that the design of the curtains for the hall in your living room is distinguished by its originality, preferring voluminous and, at the same time, light curtains, choose certain taffeta or brocade. The very structure of these fabrics allows them to absolutely not burden the atmosphere of the room.
Rings, eyelets
If anyone has no idea of this designation, eyelets are plastic or metal rings with which curtains are placed on the cornice. Curtains decorated with such rings look very original. Moreover, it is very interesting decoration, even if the living room is decorated in the same color scheme, without any prints.
Both in reality and in the photo, curtains in the hall, hung with grommets, will look very original and stylish. Moreover, you can use not only dense and heavy material, but also light, weightless material. In the latter case, it will be enough to compact top part curtains using thick fabric that matches the texture.
Roman curtains
This type of curtains began to be used for design design living rooms, not so long ago. Although they are very interesting and practical. Romans are divided into three different subtypes:
- light reflectors;
- light diffusers;
- day and night.
If you decide to purchase Roman blinds, be sure to first look at the photo of the design of the curtains for the hall in order to choose the right material and not confuse anything with the design and in no case “overdo it” in this matter. “Roman” subtypes differ not only in name.
For example, reflective ones are made from fabrics that are reflective. This version of curtains would be appropriate to use in the bedroom, or maybe in a children's room. That is, where excess light can become some kind of hindrance to a normal, full rest or sleep. In other words, for a hall this option is not at all what is needed!
Curtains that diffuse the light falling on them are a great option for a living room.
The “Roman” subtype - day and night will be an excellent compromise option. They are called "zebra". And all because they alternate between dense and thin fabrics. In addition, during the fastening process, they are hung in two layers so that the stripes can be adjusted if necessary. For example, if the room needs to be darkened, thicker curtains are placed over thin ones. And if the room needs to be brightened, both types of stripes are combined with each other.
Roman blinds are a wonderful combination with the most ordinary, classic curtains (from any materials!).
Japanese curtains
Japanese style is the new curtains for the living room in 2016 and, of course, at the peak of interior design fashion. There are explanations for this, for example, that:
- in recent years, national flavor and ethnic elements have become increasingly popular in design;
- minimalism has been relevant for several seasons in the design of interior design, and the Japanese style is precisely minimalist;
- curtains are an additional decoration. And by choosing “Japanese” curtains, you can decorate your living room in a very original and interesting way.
In essence, Japanese curtains (or panel curtains - the second name) are a fabric fabric and a cornice. Fabric sheets move along the cornice according to the same principle as the mechanism of compartment doors.
If you have a living room with large and fairly wide windows, curtains Japanese style– will be very appropriate! But if the windows are small, then such curtains can only weigh down and hide the space!
Choice of colors
When looking through photos of curtains for the hall design 2016, pay attention to the color scheme. It is important that everything is compatible and harmonious!
Basic, basic colors and shades
Modern interior design in 2016 is the development of simplicity. However, which was also present in 2015. The main tones that are at the top of popularity are black, gray, beige and, most importantly, white.
The basis white- this is a solution even for the most difficult task regarding the visual lightening of the interiors of any room, and even more so the living room! It brings freshness to the room, transforming a small living room. This option is ideal when you want to focus special attention on bright and expressive furniture, lighting devices and other interior elements, with the exception of textiles.
The new curtains for the hall in 2016 can also include dark options. They are a classic option, but can also create a more formal interior. When choosing this textile option, rely on the color scheme of the upholstery of your furniture or pillows on the sofa, and maybe on the floor lamp shades.
In terms of color scheme in combination of curtains with interior decoration, this season it is permissible to use a creative approach! For example, curtains in the same tone as the main decoration of the room will look very stylish and original.
"Fresh" shades of nature
It is allowed to use such options everywhere, in any room. Looking at the photo of the design of curtains for the hall, you can see that whatever they are, they should always be in harmony with the design of the room itself. If you decide to decorate a room with a natural (or natural) note, you should consider the most ideal shade options, these are:
- Blue or green.
- Brown.
- Nut.
- Turquoise and amber.
- Marsala.
- Lemon.
If you use colored curtains, they will help create a rather interesting image for the room. That’s why you don’t have to be afraid to experiment with combinations! After all, the rule that seemed “eternal” to us - curtains should be the same tone as the textiles - is no longer the main one! The only important thing to take into account here is that you need to select curtains that match all kinds of decorative elements or decoration of the room, if the design is not monochromatic.
Thanks to curtains in natural colors, you can really liven up your interior. In addition to relaxation, such a room will also give you additional energy!
Use prints and patterns for originality!
If you don’t like the design of curtains for the hall in natural shades, then the ideas are not over yet for this season!
Today, the most fashionable patterns are:
- Images of the animal world, prints with animation.
- The flowers are quite large.
- Various geometric shapes and stripes.
- Futuristic prints, as well as photo curtains.
That is, fantasy is already seething!
If you duplicate the same patterns as on the curtains in other interior items, the space of the room can be combined together!
Curtains that match the basic style of the living room
The fashion for curtains this season has already been discussed above. So, what kind of curtains will go perfectly with the decorated fashionable interiors? More on this later.
Eclecticism
This style is quite popular this season. Here you can combine even what doesn’t go together, but at the same time you need to feel it, as well as intelligently and competently place accents. It is thanks to this that you can create the most wonderful and unique interior design!
But don’t think that creating this style is elementary and simple! Here you need to not just combine various decorative elements in one room (from different styles). A correctly and stylishly chosen eclectic style does not at all mean being too clever and combining everything too excessively! In fact, to get original design– only a true professional can handle this!
Catalogs containing photos of curtains for the living room will allow you to most effectively figure out what, where and why. And if you do choose curtains in an eclectic style, pay special attention to patterns and prints! An excellent solution is large-sized flowers, geometry, stripes or futuristic patterns!
Minimalist style
Here there are simple light shades, where bright color finishing is done. And also there should not be too much decoration of the room.
In a living room that will be decorated in a minimalist style, curtains made of light and light fabric will be an excellent solution. The best option is white.
In addition, Roman or Japanese curtains are ideal here.
Eco style
Even in the name alone it is clear that the most natural materials and colors should be used.
It would be appropriate to use curtains made from natural fabrics: silk, linen, cotton and others.
As for the color scheme, you also need to choose a natural one. Use shades such as:
- grey
- yellow
- white
- beige
- blue or green.
You can use patterns or prints that are somehow related to real nature!
Art Deco style
This style is considered quite glamorous, and has been for a very long time (since the mid-twentieth century!). There are smooth shapes, chic and simplicity here. All this will be very harmoniously combined in one room.
If you have made the decoration of the room light, choose furniture upholstered in dark colors and the same curtains! Moreover, they may not necessarily be monochromatic. Choose patterns in an original way!
Pop art style
Very original. If you prefer to experiment, it is better to choose neutral shades. And the most ideal color is white!
Arrange bright accents will help here interesting decor, as well as curtains.
In addition, there is absolutely no need to worry that rich colors and shades or flashy prints will not look good here. The most important thing here is not to overload the interior!
Classic style
Classic always remains at the peak of fashion! Here, voluminous curtains will fit perfectly into the interior, and, moreover, with drapery. You can use the most common curtain options that go well with Roman curtains.
Any housewife, of course, dreams of a cozy, modern and stylish living room. Today, designers offer a huge number of artistic solutions to provide comfort and aesthetic pleasure. One of these techniques is window decoration. It has long been known that the design of the window space gives the design of the room a complete image. But when choosing a material for window design, you should definitely take into account the parameters of the room, color schemes in the design of the room, and the features of the finishing of furniture and walls.
Types of curtains for living rooms 2018
Classic curtain design
Of course, classics never get old and always look modern. Straight lines of classic curtains that form slightly noticeable folds are perfect for decorating a stylish living room. To fully enjoy the rays of sunlight, it is better to avoid using tulle for window decoration.
The most ordinary straight curtains will be an excellent decoration for the living room. They can be hung on two windows at once - one on each side. This arrangement provides additional natural light to the room.
Curtains with lambrequins
Curtains with lambrequins are ideal for spacious rooms. They look harmonious in combination with high ceilings and large windows. In small rooms it is better to avoid using lambrequins, as they visually make the room even smaller. Lambrequins should be quite simple, because in modern window decoration designers prefer brevity.
Lambrequins are good because they allow you to hide some construction defects.
Roller blinds
In living rooms decorated in a simple and laconic style, it is appropriate to use roller blinds of a single color. It is better if the curtains are made from natural fabrics (linen or cotton).
Single-color thick curtains combine perfectly with thin roller fabrics containing a colored print.
This combination will be an excellent decor in a living room made in soothing natural colors.
Roman curtains
Roman blinds consist of a fabric that is pierced by horizontal rods at certain intervals. Roman blinds can be used in decoration window openings both as an independent decorative element and in combination with classic types of curtains.
Fabric blinds
Fabric blinds have remained popular for a long time. They serve as excellent protection from bright sunlight. To decorate windows in the living room, it is preferable to use blinds with vertical stripes, as they visually increase the ceiling height in the room. Horizontal blinds give the room an excessive formality. Therefore, they are preferable to use in office premises.
If, nevertheless, the choice fell on horizontal blinds, then they should be made in light colors. It’s good to combine them in window decoration with curtains made of thick fabric.
Curtains with eyelets are perfect for this type of design. To fasten them, use a special cornice, which consists of two round crossbars with stops at the ends. With this method of decoration, blinds perform a protective function, and curtains are responsible for aesthetic perception.
Curtains with eyelets
In our country, curtains with eyelets are becoming more and more popular every day. Eyelets are rings made of plastic or metal, which are strung on a special cornice. These curtains are a self-sufficient element of window decoration, so they are almost always sewn from plain fabrics.
French curtains
French curtains for decorating a window opening are a wonderful element that gives an elegant and graceful style to the living room.
Choosing the color scheme of curtains in the living room
When coming up with a living room design, many people are guided by generally accepted rules. It is believed that only plain curtains are suitable for wallpaper with a pattern, and plain wallpaper– curtains containing a pattern. But in practice there are very interesting options decorating the entire room using prints and decorating the room only in single-color colors.
To add coziness to the interior, you should choose curtains in light, pastel colors. They will contrast perfectly light curtains with dark wallpaper, giving the living room dynamism.
For living rooms made in any style, classic blackout curtains in dark colors are perfect. They will look especially harmonious in combination with other decorative elements of the same color.
A living room decorated in beige shades will never lose its relevance. This color scheme helps create an ideal relaxing atmosphere.
The living room looks very stylish with curtains in bright colors. In this case, the remaining elements room design should be calm, muted colors.
Much less often than others, printed curtains are used in window decoration. Usually this is a canvas with a geometric or floral pattern. To create the illusion of high ceilings, you can hang curtains with vertical stripes. To create the effect of a wide living room, you should choose curtains with horizontal stripes.
Curtains with contrasting stripes will perfectly decorate the living room interior. They will look especially harmonious in combination with window frames black color. The same color scheme can be used to decorate the walls and cushions for the sofa.
An original and non-irritating design can be achieved by using curtains in two different shades of the same color. They harmonize perfectly with carpet or furniture upholstery of the same color palette.
Just like fashion design fashion, curtain designs have their own trends. And in 2016 there were also some changes.
Beautiful stylish curtains- the key to the general mood of the room and apartment as a whole. Quite a lot depends on textiles in the house. At the same time, you must always remember the perception of the general style of the apartment and adhere to it.
But still, let’s highlight what is currently more popular and what is worth focusing on.
Main curtain trends
The main trends in curtains in 2016 are the general desire for simplicity and cleanliness. How less details- all the better. Curtains consisting of just one fabric remain fashionable: either organza, or veil, or thick fabric. But at the same time, multi-layering and light fabrics are encouraged. These can be separate panels, or sewn together on one braid and contrasting in color. As a rule, closer to the window - light, serves to close the window from prying eyes. The second - dark or bright, serves decorative function. a chic option for any room, as it does not weigh down the window itself, looks stylish and at the same time you can easily transform the style with the help of various accessories: tiebacks, magnets, flower decorations, etc.
We cannot ignore the general trend of increasing popularity of the shabby geek style. Which leads to characteristic patterns. This is a small floral design, lightly powdered flowers. In this case, you can choose designs of small bouquets of roses and wildflowers. It is also important to choose the texture of the fabric. The priority will be linen fabrics, light and dense. They easily fit into interiors of this style and do not overload the overall perception of the room.
For classic interiors Simple curtains that lie softly on the floor are also suitable. These can be soft fabrics that drape easily, or lightweight options.
At the same time, curtains with eyelets do not lose their popularity. At the moment they are also in demand, especially in high-tech and minimalist styles.
Also popular french curtains and all types of lifting: roll, Roman. 
For simple and laconic interiors, you can afford to use bright, prints and original designs.
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curtains. They are becoming especially fashionable at the moment, perfectly complementing a simple interior. In this case, it is quite appropriate to use photo curtains, photo paintings and a photo bedspread with the same print. You can see similar options in ours.
The most fashionable colors of 2016.
The colors have changed, but the preferences still remain. Still popular green color because of its properties that bring peace and tranquility. it can be olive shades or mint color. Emerald and turquoise colors, carrying the freshness and lightness of the night breeze.
Muted shades of other colors are no less popular. An important condition is the combination of shades with the overall color of the room. If your room is made using natural shades - the most the best option Naturally there will be just these shades.
Chocolate color is still popular. However, its use has changed somewhat. More and more designers are leaning towards prints chocolate color on a light sand or milky background. plain chocolate is gradually losing its position.
Dark colors are no less popular: blue, walnut. They will look great in a classic apartment design.
Gray shades have also come into fashion. Moreover, this shade is present in all variations: from light gray to almost black, depending on the application.
White also remains in high esteem. This color does not carry any load, easily transmits light, and is generally refreshing. Almost no curtain design can do without it.
Shape and design of curtains.
Basically, it is long curtains that are popular, easily falling to the floor, or creeping along it by 20-30 centimeters. the main hit remains simplicity and lightness.
At the same time, all kinds of decorations for curtains, threads with beads, and prints are popular.
Lambrequins with lush and voluminous details have become a thing of the past, giving way to laconism and simplicity.
Openwork lambrequins, although reluctantly, are gradually taking their position in the curtain industry.
Although fashion in curtains also exists, stick to your desires and buy exactly what you yourself would like to see on your windows.
Write in the comments below what you like and what you would like to see in your apartment.
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The hall is the face and main room of the entire apartment. Whatever design style you choose for it, until you hang the curtains (or their equivalents) appearance the hall will not be finished. In this article we will look at the nuances of choosing curtains for the hall.
Choosing a style for curtains
Although the curtains are very important element any room, it is still an accessory. And you must agree, it is absurd to choose the interior of a room according to the design of the curtains.
When choosing curtains, in addition to the fact that they must match the style of the room’s interior, you should adhere to two extremely simple rules:
- Curtains made of thick fabric should be combined with airy tulle.
- The color scheme should match color scheme premises.
Let's take a closer look at the nuances of choosing curtains for the most common room styles
Modern style of curtains for the hall
The modern style appeared at the beginning of the last century and since then its popularity has remained consistently high, with more and more people becoming its fans every year.
Curtains in modern style there is a slight negligence that goes perfectly with frozen grace and ease. This will undoubtedly be appreciated by people of creative professions. Refrain from using too fussy or heavy colors.
Classic style of curtains for the hall
Under classic curtains This implies a straight style and the presence of soft flowing folds. Also almost integral attributes are lambrequins, as well as special bows or laces, with which they can be tied up and let the maximum amount of natural light into the room.
Most often, curtains made of light, airy tulle are selected for classic-style curtains.
Art Nouveau style in curtain design
Main distinctive features Art Nouveau curtains have their frozen fluidity and dynamics. Heavy drapery curtains are not suitable for a room in the Art Nouveau style, and variegated colors are also strictly contraindicated.
Modern contains the following main attributes and elements:
- regular geometric shapes;
- smooth curved lines;
- the gradual flow of some forms into completely different ones;
- drawings exotic plants and strange animals.
High-tech curtains
This style is ultra-modern design trends. The characteristic features of the style are straight and clear lines subordinated to strict geometry, the interior is filled only with functional elements and an abundance of glass and metal parts, as well as other features that often give it a similarity to the design of some industrial buildings. Most often, boys like this design.
Regarding curtains, they are not entirely typical for this style; they are, as a rule, replaced by blinds, but styles in their pure form are practically never found. Therefore, it is quite acceptable to hang light curtains in neutral colors. Another option is to choose roller blinds (they are also called Roman) curtains, which are definitely more acceptable for the interior than blinds.
Provence style in curtain design
Provence is a very pleasant style for decorating any room in an apartment or house. Curtains play an important role in this; they must be double - a combination of airy tulle and thick curtains in dark shades. Provence involves the use of textiles made from natural fabrics such as linen, chintz, cambric, etc. Regarding color solutions, Provence is characterized by soft blue and light green shades.
Minimalism in curtain design
Minimalism has many points of contact with high-tech, for example, the rejection of excess furniture, simplicity of forms and clarity of lines, but unlike high-tech, minimalism is not characterized by the presence of metal, mirror and glass surfaces, and bright colors. In minimalism, furniture is made primarily from wood. Instead of glossy surfaces, matte ones predominate. It is more suitable for everyday use.
To match the style, curtains should not unduly attract attention; ideally, they clearly fulfill their role without introducing any additional ideas or grace.
Fashion trends in curtain design in 2016
The year has only just begun, but we can already see fashion trends. These are multi-layered, textured and chic curtains. Also invariably in fashion are classics that combine beauty and home comfort at the same time.
Lambrequins and drapery are coming back into fashion, regaining their positions lost in previous years. They are especially relevant for large windows.
Roller blinds or Roman blinds do not go out of fashion; their main feature is that, on the one hand, they take up little space, and on the other hand, they perfectly highlight the window against the background of the rest of the interior. This is the choice of purposeful and dynamic people striving for constant improvement of themselves and the space around them.
Also, string curtains with glass beads are unexpectedly coming back into fashion; this is explained, first of all, by the fact that more and more people are opting for minimalism, and such curtains highlight this style favorably.
As for color schemes, it is fashionable for them to be somewhat brighter and more saturated in the hall than in other rooms. The only exception is minimalism, here everything is exactly the opposite. Shades of lilac, lilac and violet, as well as all variations of gray, are in fashion. However, when choosing the color of curtains for the living room, you must first focus on color solutions When used to decorate the room, the curtains should be in harmony with it.
This year, fashion trends for curtains have resisted the pressing glamor that is actively conquering the design of apartments and houses, but designers do not dare to guess what will happen in the future.
Selecting curtains for a room with a balcony
In almost any apartment layout, there is access to the balcony from the living room. This is very convenient, but when it comes to choosing curtains, this solution creates problems in choosing them. After all, firstly, the curtains should be beautiful and elegant, and secondly, the convenience of accessing the balcony should be preserved, because you have to use the balcony more than once or twice a day.
Properly selected curtains will not only decorate the room, but also allow you to fill it with natural sunlight. When choosing curtains, it is necessary to take into account both the size of the windows and which side of the world they are oriented to. For small windows and their northern location, you need to choose curtains that are as transparent and light as possible, and if the windows are large and also face south, you should choose darker and heavier options.
For windows with a balcony, curtains should be larger than standard ones; it is important to choose the correct size of curtains, and it is necessary to take into account the tolerances for folds and the texture of the fabric.
You can also choose curtains for the balcony itself. Roman or roller blinds are ideal for this.
Two windows in the hall: how to decorate them correctly?
Today, more and more people are choosing spacious apartments or country houses, where the living room area requires the presence of several windows. Most often two. When choosing curtains for the hall, the question may arise as to how to properly design them so that they are in harmony with each other and the interior of the hall. If the windows were ordinary, then we would simply choose two sets of identical curtains and that’s it, but what adds complexity is that one of the windows with a door opens onto the balcony.
There's nothing wrong with that. What is needed is not identity, but similarity - the windows should be like two brothers. The curtains should differ only in their longitudinal proportions and that’s all.
Types of curtains for the hall
There are a huge number of types of curtains, which creates additional difficulties associated with their choice. This is the paradox - the larger the assortment, the more difficult it is to choose. Let's look at what types of curtains there are.
Curtains with lambrequins
Curtains with a lambrequin allow you to create an atmosphere of aristocracy and luxury in the room, which is required for styles such as art deco. It should be borne in mind that in a small bedroom such curtains will look somewhat ridiculous. With a lambrequin it is very easy to adjust the height of the window, hiding its shortcomings if necessary. The lambrequin in itself is a decoration that has no other functional purpose.
DIY curtains
If you have handicraft skills and can easily handle sewing machine, then you can easily sew curtains with your own hands. Such curtains will be in a single copy, and a thing made with your own hands will not only please the eyes, but also warm the soul.
The first step is to take all the necessary measurements, because excess and shortage of fabric are almost equally undesirable. The excess, however, can be trimmed off, but why waste extra money? You should also choose the place where the cornice will be attached in order to measure the desired length of the curtains.
After all the measurements and creation of preliminary sketches, the most pleasant moment follows - buying fabric, and then directly sewing and decorating the living room.
Having completed the work on creating the interior, the next question quite naturally arises: what curtains to choose for the living room. This question is especially of concern to those who do this on their own. So, the year 2016 offers new trends in window design.
No monochrome or boring
Great mixes of several styles are this year's trend. But don’t rush to chase what’s new and fashionable. Ill-considered decisions can lead to undesirable results and undo the work done. First of all, the color and style of curtains should be harmoniously combined with the color scheme of the interior and decor, echo the color of the upholstery and carpeting.
If elements from several styles were used in the interior design, then the curtains are assigned the role of combining everything together and giving the entire interior a complete look.
Colors and textiles in the design of curtains for the living room
In 2016, colors characteristic of the classic style will be relevant: all sorts of shades of white: beige, ivory, baked milk color, corresponding to the tone of the main finish.
The modern design of curtains for the living room also allows for accent colors: red, purple, green or blue. When giving preference to bright colors, it should be noted that the color of the curtains should not contrast strongly with the walls. Floor-to-ceiling red curtains can make your living room feel heavy and unsettling. Curtains of dark colors will add austerity to the interior. To maintain a relaxing atmosphere, choose colors that are clean and fresh.
If you want to give your room a charge of positive energy, liven it up with curtains in natural tones. The range of fabrics offered by the manufacturer is limitless: from natural to those made using modern technologies; from plain ones with a smooth texture to fabrics with geometric patterns.
Prints and patterns
Curtains with bright prints will help make the interior unique and give it individuality. This season, animal prints, animal images, flowers, geometric stripes, photo curtains, and futuristic prints will be fashionable. To give the interior integrity and ideological completeness, duplicate the curtain print in other interior elements, for example, in sofa cushions.
Curtain design
When choosing a curtain design for the living room, you should take into account the style of the interior as a whole. Curtains should match it so as not to dominate the overall decor of the living room. This year, preference will be given to straight curtains without hooks on loops or eyelets.
Classic style in the design of curtains for the living room
It should be noted that the fashion for curtains is not particularly changeable. It is a logical continuation of interior fashion. Here, dynamics are observed, and every few years, lovers of everything new in the interior will have to update it. If this is not possible, it is better to stick to the classic style. In this case, even for little money you can easily refresh the interior. And well-chosen curtains will change it beyond recognition.
This year, single-layer design is encouraged in the design of curtains for the living room. Preference is given to either curtains or drapes. Voluminous curtains made of lightweight materials will be in fashion: with numerous folds, gathers and layers. For living rooms with high ceilings, thin tulle or muslin curtains, both with plain threads and multi-colored versions, are suitable. Curtains with lambrequins are less common this season, but for the classic style they remain relevant.
Monochrome is another trend characteristic of curtain design this year. This year, both the dominance of curtains over the overall interior and the merging with it are welcomed. Their color design should be in harmony with the elements of the interior and decor. Otherwise, the picture will turn out to be disjointed.
Eclecticism is still in trend
The eclectic style in the interior is one of the most controversial. The apparent simplicity of filling the interior and the lack of compatibility of its objects at first glance is deceptive. This style requires a scrupulous and thoughtful approach to its design, otherwise the impression of chaos can become a reality.
A living room in this style will be decorated with curtains with bright prints and unusual designs. Large flowers, stripes of different thicknesses, futuristic patterns, fabrics with imitation leather and fur will add a touch of individuality to the style of the living room.
Decorativeness is another requirement for curtain design in 2016. This means that they must set the style of the interior. Curtains that repeat the pattern of furniture upholstery or wallpaper will harmonize well with the decor.
High-tech style, or keeping up with the times
In the interior of a high-tech living room there is no room for anything superfluous or unnecessary. Previously characteristic of offices, the high-tech style has found its place in the design of residential premises. Curtains here perform only a functional load. The decor is inappropriate here. Curtains with eyelets in metal, platinum and gold colors, made according to modern technologies, are perfect for decorating a living room in this style. Smooth coattails from the ceiling to the floor will become a worthy decoration of the interior.
Provence style, or country style living room
This is a style that has absorbed a rustic flavor, and with it modesty and simplicity in everything. Its calling card is wooden floors, interior items made from natural materials and curtains with a simple cut covering the entire window. Characteristic feature this style is Blue colour, it must be traced in everything. This should be taken into account when choosing material for curtains. Simple fabrics are suitable for this style: linen or chintz in light and rich shades. Simple prints with flowers, bouquets, stripes or checks will add positivity. Primary colors: ocher and terracotta.
Minimalism style - nothing superfluous
This style is somewhat in tune with the high-tech style. Curtains here perform only a functional load. Curtains with eyelets are ideal. The fabric should be predominantly light in color, allowing maximum light transmission. Simplicity and conciseness should be traced in everything.
Curtain design in oriental style
Curtains in this style go well with minimalism, eclecticism, and hi-tech. Light Japanese minimalism will find its place in any room, but always with large windows. To some extent reminiscent of sliding doors, Japanese curtains consist of separate panels moving along the eaves. The choice of fabric and pattern depends entirely on the taste preferences of the owner.
Vintage, or curtains from the past
The idea of decorating curtains in this style is borrowed from the past. Fabrics with flowing and heavy textures are ideal for making curtains: brocade, satin, velvet. The pattern should be in harmony with the surrounding interior; these are mainly fabrics with jacquard, printed and tapestry prints. The richer the pattern of the curtains, the less decoration they require.
Simplicity and conciseness of Roman blinds
These original curtains in the living room can be used both independently and in combination with other classic options from both thin and dense fabrics. For the living room ideal option There will be Roman blinds made of light-diffusing materials or day-night curtains. Finally. Before you start choosing curtains, you need to take a sober look at your living room. Decide what you want it to be like - bright and spacious or cozy and calm.
Curtains, like all interior items, can greatly influence the overall perception of the living room: add light, create a feeling of space. With the wrong approach, on the contrary, they can make the room smaller, emphasize the small size of the window, and look heavy and cumbersome.
What to remember when choosing a curtain design:
- Japanese-style curtains with vertical prints allow you to increase the height of the ceilings. The same effect can be achieved by attaching cornices to the ceiling;
- horizontal pattern increases the size of the room;
- for living rooms with insufficient daylight, it is better to choose curtains made from light fabrics in warm colors. This will help create the illusion of sunlight;
- thick curtains are suitable for living rooms with large windows facing sunny sides;
- the brighter the walls, the simpler the curtain design should be;
- the use of the same shade in the design of curtains and interiors is allowed for white and some shades of purple and chocolate.
The main thing is that the shades differ by 1-2 tones; - if the curtains and walls have different shades, then the curtains must certainly overlap with the decorative elements. Of course, it is impossible to consider all the diversity in one article possible options design solutions, but, nevertheless, this knowledge will help you easily decide on the choice of curtains for your living room. Creative success.
Video with the design of modern curtains