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Drapery dilemma

13 years ago
I would love any suggestions for this large window with an asymmetrical wall. The room can be painted if necessary, but I have to stick with the oriental and it's colors. (I know the chair is a complete clash, but it has to stay for now). Thank you!

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  • 13 years ago
    last modified: 13 years ago
    The room looks nicely decorated, though the top sheet on the bed could use a different color, the design on the sheet matches, but the color i think could be better different. Cant seem to get a clear view of the tall cabinets facing the bed on the opposite side... the wall color looks nice and blends well with the shades, were you planning on getting more solid shades or different window coverings?

    It looks nice, its pretty dark though, might get a better idea with the lights on in the room and more angled shots.
  • 13 years ago
    I was thinking of leaving the blinds and adding some sort of drapery, maybe on one side? Just can't figure out what to do and I think it looks unfinished.
  • 13 years ago
    last modified: 13 years ago
    I think draperies would look weird on just one side of the windows, unless you meant on just one set of windows... its possible if you move the picture frames elsewhere... I think some really defined valances would really spice up the room a little and change the look... the chair does seem like a really sore sight...

    here's a few ideas similar to your room (I am not a professional)...

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    maybe draperies and a new valance?
  • 13 years ago
    Yes, I can certainly move the pictures! Do you think the valance would looked cramped up against the left?
  • 13 years ago
    I think its naturally cramped a little bit due to the wall design, but as long as it does not go up or wider (left or right), there might be space for a longer valance going downwards. The smaller valance installed right now does not appear to be outside of the window area either.
  • 13 years ago
    Yes, it would help to retake your photos at a different time of day. Hard to see much. Wondering if you can try to hang the wood blinds higher up, above the window. Let that create a valance for you. Then space the three pictures above that large window. At least a free one to try!

    To down play the angles, paint the ceiling in same tone as walls, only lighter.
  • 13 years ago
    New photos... hope this helps.
  • 13 years ago
    last modified: 13 years ago
    Have you thought of putting the bed in front of the other window (the one we are addressing)? Then you could create a canopy above the bed with the fabric draping down both sides. That would be your window valance, in effect.

    Chair could go over to where bed was.
  • 13 years ago
    I like the idea, but it wouldn't work to see the TV in the entertainment unit and it would look funny in another spot.
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    -- I see tht there is enough wall space on the left to hang drapery panels under the eave. The rod could be installed a tiny bit above the window frame - and over as far as it can go to the left.
    The right side of the rod would go an equal amount. Your drapes will cover part of the windows on either side to allow for the drapes to stack. Drape other windows the same way - bringing the rods into the corner. Make the drapes full length - rod to floor - to add height to the room
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    last modified: 13 years ago
    Another idea would be to keep yout matchstick blinds and drape each window separately, with tie backs. The center window would have 2 panels, each tied back and the windows on either side of the center window would be tied back too. 4 panels total. You can tie them back as high up or as low as you wish - just not dead center. This use of light weight fabric softens the space with it's fluidity. This example has 2 panels per window - one tied back and the under panel left to hang straight down. This is a fairly inexpesive solution. Ikea has very affordable sheer/semi-sheer curtains. Make sure they are 3 times fuller than the window is wide, to get luxurious fullnesss

    On the part of the wall that is not draped, hang art, mirror, etc. It does not matter that the windows are not centered. However If it bothers you, do the best you can to integrate the left over wall into the rest of your decor.

    Or, you could install drapes that would cover the entire set of windows and the wall to the right, with the drapes all drawing & stacking to the right. This would leave the left corner drapeless with all of the drapes pulled open to the right. The drapes would cover the wall whether they are pulled shut or pulled open.

    You have a nice space to install a window seat along your window wall. Simple construction with lots of architectural interest and bonus storage!
  • 13 years ago
    Floor to ceiling panels on ends and middle so 4 all together do not tie back let hang straight. Do in a color what ever accent color is.
  • 13 years ago
    last modified: 13 years ago
    If the goal is to somehow mute that weird double wall/angle: You could purchase (or make yourself) a folding screen for that spot. Try Etsy and ebay.

    Second option: Try sitting up the bed coming out at 45 degree angle in that corner. Find a table that will work behind the bed. The screen could be placed on that.

    Or, try a large palm. I had our bedroom like that and it looked quite nice. Had an uplight on the table to create cool shadows from the palm on the ceiling. A mosquito net above the bed, and draped to the sides would also work.
  • 13 years ago
    Didn't notice that slant to wall can you go under it? If not same idea but put rod as far up as you can. Hang the same. Remove bambo. Add pleated blinds from lowes. Will cut for free.
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    I would say shutters or wood blinds or woven reed blinds with a header or cornice in a Asian fabric that coordinates with other colors in room
  • 13 years ago
    Thank you everyone! Great ideas... I will ponder and send photos when complete:)