one rod high on the wall, just below the ceiling will help the room look taller.

Floor Length. Keep the shades on the windows, and open the drapes when not needed. Make certain to have enough drapery to fill the space... nothing worse than a skimpy drapery that just covers the window.

Thanks! I had thought of doing a wall of curtains. The tallest curtains I’ve found are 90”- is that high enough?
The roller blinds need to be replaced and I was hoping to use a lace curtain to cover the windows for privacy throughout the day, as the bedroom windows open onto a street.

@Judy they usually come in standard sizes, even grommet panels are easy to open and close. I think sheers are pretty dated, how about a roman shade? something more contemporary. Use the block outs just for block out, stack them back or to the center when not in use. Blinds.com offers great bottom up top/down shade... that's what I have, control the look. Do what works for you. you are the one living there. Have Fun Decorating.

Between the lack of wall space on the right and the short windows, I’d just go with shades and no curtains.

You may have to order online to get the right length. Brick and mortar retailers don't usually carry longer lengths. Personally, with the short, high windows you have, shades (roller or Roman) would be best. Drapes need more wall space. Most restful, secure sleep is attained when the bed is placed opposite the door. Can you do some rearranging?

Opposite the door would be in front of the windows. It’ll be a hard sell for my husband to agree because the bed would then be over the floor vent and that has always been a no-no for him. He also doesn’t like it hard to get to the windows. I’ll try.

I think that your windows are perfect for white plantation shutters.

Would he find diverters sufficient to handle the floor vent?

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@decoenthusiaste - that is the answer I have been looking for! Thank you! I have a vent in my closet that blows straight up into my clothing on a low hanging bar. This should send the air out into the room.

Aubergine was quickest for me....

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and white I think is available-

a gem color could be brightened with mercury glass lamps, etc....

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Cellular shades are good for privacy, with option of pulling up/ or pulling down [from the top].

Neutral shades might be good blend with current wall color. It's not a fully 'off' combo with carpeting.

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@Jenifer Hogan - you can get less expensive adjustable plastic ones that just sit atop the vent and direct the air.

Hammered glass, I guess, has a multi-neutral effect.

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Thanks everyone for the options. I think hubby will go for the headboard on the windows wall.
I was wondering how it would look with 2 curtain rods offset the same over each window but close together in the center. Hard to explain properly, but I hope you understand.
P.s. we painted Benjamin Moore- sea salt.