Curtains on arched windows: how to choose the right one (23 photos)

Windows in the shape of arches look elegant and noble, according to statistics, these are the second most popular types of windows after square ones. If a beautiful panorama opens from the window, then the opening may not be decorated with textiles. However, most people appreciate privacy, security from prying eyes and comfort, and correctly selected curtains can complement the main stylist in interior design.

Choosing the right curtains for arched windows is a difficult task, but doable. First of all, it is necessary to determine the geometry of the windows in the form of an arch, the most common are two forms: classical and arcuate.

In the classic format, arched windows can also have another name - sunny. In addition to the standard window covers provided, windows have knitting needles that are arranged in the form of sunlight, which gave the second name. The arched arched windows are a rectangular structure, where an arch is formed in the upper part using an arc.

The design of the arched window with curtains can carry various functions, which are the main ones in the selection of certain curtains:

• emphasize custom window geometry;
• to complement the interior of the room with the help of curtains, bring a special charm and make the main emphasis;
• divide the room into zones and select them with the help of correctly selected curtains;
• the ability to completely hide from prying eyes.

Regardless of the main functionality, the selected curtains should be in harmony with the interior.

Mounting Options

The correct choice of mounting options for curtains is no less important, since it is an opportunity to visually expand the room, add lighting to it, or, conversely, highlight a certain area.

One of the most popular types of fastening is hanging curtains below the arched bend. Thus, the upper arched part of the window remains open, which means that more natural light enters the room. Curtains for such fastening can be chosen as classic straight lines, and even in the closed state, non-standard window geometry will be visible, emphasizing the elegance of the interior and its originality. And if you give preference to light and weightless curtains in bright colors, then the lighting in the room will only increase.

There are also negative aspects of such fastening: if the room is not high, then the curtains can visually make it even lower, especially if these are dense curtains of dark tones.

The fastening of the curtains above the window structure is most suitable for low rooms, because this is an additional opportunity to visually increase the height of the room.

Here are just curtain arched windows with massive straight curtains that will be completely hidden. This fastening option is universal, both classic straight curtains and other models are suitable here: roller blinds, patchwork, drapery, etc. You can supplement the selected curtains with accessories: rings, special loops, etc.

Equally popular is the fastening along the inner contour, directly into the arch. Such hanging curtains can not only save, but also emphasize the geometry of the window. For this type of fastening, you can choose both long curtains and shortened ones, use additional accessories. And to achieve maximum lighting, it is best to leave the bottom of the window open.

Mobile curtains

The most convenient are mobile curtains, with which you can easily and quickly hide from prying eyes through a special design. The mechanism can be either automated or manual. Choosing an automated view of mobile curtains, they can be controlled even with the help of a remote control, tablet or smartphone. The shape of the cornice in this case can be either direct or repeating the bending of arches. The most suitable types of curtains for this design are:

• roller blinds;
• Roman curtains;
• English curtains;
• Australian curtains.

The main emphasis should be on the selection of beautiful textiles, its color and stylistic design, harmoniously complementing the interior of the room.

Window Textiles: How to Choose

Having decided on the main type of arched window, as well as fixing the cornice, you can proceed to the selection of curtains directly. And the main criterion here is compliance with the stylistic decision of the interior.

If the interior of the room is designed in the style of minimalism, fusion or in Scandinavian motifs that have been relevant recently, then the choice should be stopped on curtains made of light, natural and necessarily transparent fabrics. Simple forms of curtains are welcome, and due to transparent materials the form of fixing the cornices can be on top of the arches - the geometry of the window will then be viewed in any case, while maintaining non-standard and individuality. Preference can be given to Roman, roller blinds or pleated blinds.

For an eco-style, bamboo curtains or blinds made of natural wood are ideal. Curtains from natural large-textured linen, which can be presented in the form of Roman curtains, will be a good choice.

The design of the window opening in classic variations - baroque, modern or classic - suggests the presence of curtains from massive and expensive materials. It can be velvet, quite dense natural silk, satin or taffeta in dark and saturated colors; perhaps the presence of monogram patterns on fabrics characteristic of these styles, as well as additional accessories in the form of loops.

Styles such as Provence, country or shabby are characterized by lighter materials. Curtains can be made of organza, tulle, light silk, chiffon, mainly in bright colors, the presence of a small floral or pea print is acceptable.

Curtains on the arched window can be either straight or shortened, with original drapery, including asymmetric. If the interior of the room contains certain elements in the form of a fringe, ribbons or ruffles, then it will be appropriate to pick up the curtains in the same decorative solution.