Add grommet top drapes from just under the ceiling down to the floor. Ikea has great quality for low prices. They sell by the pair & not by the panel as most stores do. Grommet tops are easy to open & close when needed. Ikea also has light blockers.

I noticed that the windows don't have room on either side so the drapes will hang within the window- blocking light in the afternoon when the room has no sun. I'm wondering if adding privacy film to the windows is another alternative? There is of course privacy film that has no color and pattern.

Thanks for your response. The window film is an option, but then I still have the lower window to deal with too. I am not convinced I want to keep the blinds either, but I do think I need something. Also, thought about framing in the windows with woodwork, but I would not be able to do that to the whole house.

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I thought u were keeping blinds. Consider replacing with fabric or Rattan roman blinds with film on transoms.