Do you want to cover the entire window or is it just to block the view?

I agree, you can cover the entire window as an option.

rinqreations shot "Showhouse" shows a very clever manner in which to hang curtains

Indeed, if I had arched windows, I'd certainly make them look like that! :)

good idea

I don't really want to cover the whole window. I have three of them in a bay in the formal living rm. height of ceiling from floor is 9'

I don't know if I should hang them below the arch or up above up to ceiling

I like it like you have it, highlighting the arch.

Unless sun protection is a problem, I think it looks overdone to cover the whole window. Maybe because I'm a little claustraphobic but I like to see the blue sky if possible. I'm sure its a matter of opinion, no decorating law will be broken if you don't want to cover the whole thing.

Do what feels nice to you. I would just cover the bottom square because of the arhed area and unless it would spoil privacy to leave this open .

Quote: I don't really want to cover the whole window.
There's your answer! ;)