*L*and I see LB's revised post now agrees,too. Thanks for finding a visual, LB!

Studio, I already stated a full drape wall before the posted visuals, was working on the drawing, sorry, we must have crossed the posts LOL I did start another option prior but I revised it within a minute. :) You might have missed it.

Oh well no biggie, we both agree :))

I feel function should always dictate window treatment style Sorry to say your windows are not there to be pretty and honestly there is nothing appropriate you can do to make them pretty. They exist simply to let in light and air and otherwise be ignored. Check out ganttsdecorating blog-making doors disappear for more. I deal with these windows by making a roman shade exactly the color of the walls and installing it inside the window flush with the wall. In essence the window disappears. Then instead of wasting money trying to make the window soomethibng special,"ball gown on pigs" Dress your bed so al the attention goes to it. I have even put 1/2 tester canopies over beds when these windows are treated as I suggest.

Sorry LB I strongly disagree! A wall of drapes makes no sense at all. If they are the only windows in the room how does she open them for light? Pull a traverse cord and move a 6' X 8' wall of fabric to expose two 1' X 2" windows. I would feel foolish every time I did that. How does the wall of drapes look when the sun shines and you see a little white square behind all this drapery?

Gantt's, my question to you is why are there so many pics on houzz regarding this treatment to cover awkward sized windows or ... pics to create beautiful backdrops for any furniture that happens to be placed in the room?
Whether the windows are awkward or not! This treatment also creates a luxurious and an acceptable treatment used by many designers in all types of rooms. Is inviting and beautiful and one's personal choice.

The full wall of drape treatment is used by using about four or more panels across the entire width. The two outside panels are the only ones that would open to let in the light. Which is why I suggested grommet type drapes. Functions very easily! Another approach for opening is to use separate rods. Two traverse rods on the windows only. A center rod that is stationary.

The windows will not likely be remodeled, therefore this is the solution that I happened to suggest. I think it is wise to help the houzzer with solutions that are inexpensive and will work very well without suggesting to spend lots of money to install larger windows. We all have our own solutions. Looks like you're having a bad day!

Thanks for everyone's input. There are two large windows across from the bed on the opposite wall.

I am not a decorator and do not always have the best answers to solutions. However, I do know what I like when I see it - or not. I recently saw a post that described the long wall of drapes behind the bed as feeling like a coffin and this summed up my feelings exactly. Not saying it is right or wrong because it is all about preference. Having said that, there may be some instances where it is the best/most economical solution. In this case, I would prefer some sort of Roman Shade or even Shutters (and just so you know, I am a big fan of shutters).

'Pegonia', I know exactly what you mean. I had a client that I suggested three choices of tile. Right away, one of them, she said reminded her of vomit. So we scratched that one, pronto. We never know what triggers our reactions to something from our life's experiences and bad moments in our past.

My ex Mother-in-law didn't like that the guest bedding included black.....she felt like she was sleeping in a coffin. I liked it. To each their own - and you just have to finally go with what you prefer, even if it doesn't conform to what others like/prefer. Thank goodness for differences or we would all be living in identical spaces.

Might it be you can't. Pegonia, I'm sorry artistic temperament came into play, but I feel if you can't give a good logical reason for something you do it is probably something you shouldn't do. Good design is not ALL about looks it is about practical needs too. I get upset because too many decorators just want to make it "pretty" without considering cost or use. Your initial comment was that too much sun came in the window. The romans take care of that with minimum of expense and also make the windows less important. By blending the windows out of sight you can get as fancy as you like on the two full size windows you have. I strongly recommend you save the shutters for the bigger windows. Of course you can put a beautiful drape over top of shutters too. If you come here a lot, If you see me comment I almost always say WHY i am suggesting something. UI do this with my clients. If you know why something is needed you are more likely to appreciate it further down the road.

Not sure what 'might be you can't' means, but I am not in disagreement with you Gantt - in fact, I was more in your corner because in this case I don't see the need for drapes all across the back wall. Unless of course, that is what the home owner desires. As a novice, I only go by what my eye likes. I also know that there is a rule to what looks good symetrically - did I spell that right without spellcheck??? Learned that in some long ago college course. Doesn't matter whether it is faces, walls, etc., but all are precieved more beautiful because of the ratio that is applied. Forgot what it is called.

I too have windows similar to this but I put black padded cornices above them, no blinds or shades were added because I like the light. My pencil post bed is beneath.

Sorry if I offended , but if you can't justify logically and practically in life or design what you are doing you probably shouldn't do it. As far as Candice goes, while I admire the fact that she has been so successful at self promotion and making money, I'm not convinced she has real talent. As a decorator those shows annoy me no end because they are all spit and paper, and smoke and mirrors. I think the people who watch them and take their advice are being swindled. Design should be about dollars invested and length of service beauty and practical considerations, not about trixy, cute or what's "in this season." People need to remember those are " entertainment" shows not educational shows. They are to catch your interest and keep you coming back. That requires lots of "cute" and quirky." Best to everyone.

Okaaaaaay .... back to the decorating problem at hand :)

I would hang drapes from floor to ceiling .. each window having their own ... a nice piece of art above the bed.

I love transom windows in a bedroom. They give you privacy, ventilation during a rainy night, more wall space, and I like the look.

There are some great window films you can get to cover the glass, some opaque, some clearer.

What I would like to see is something between them, on the wall over the bed, and a different shaped lamp base on the table…lower and rectangular.

I would get white, room darkening pleated shades--the weighted kind you can just push up to the inside tops of the windows during the day. Find a large, beautiful, horizontal piece of artwork for over the bed. If you get bolder patterned bedding (or something like the color coordinated solids iplay10s, shows in her attached photo,) that, with the art work, would pull your eyes away from the problem windows. Iplay10s suggestion of two long, low rectangular lamps is just brilliant.

Mocity512, if you are still with us, window film can be purchased through Walmarts, locally.
http://www.apexfilms.ca has a huge assortment, including mirror finishes and coloured effects. The treatment is inexpensive, but may also start you thinking about additional trimwork. The addition of a similarily shaped overbed lamp like iplay10 is showing is a nice, practical touch. Best of luck with your project.

I agree with iplay10s and housegal200. People are using less fabric on the walls and using more texture and fabrics on bedding and headboards. A much cleaner and soothing feel!

...just curious and wondering where the comments I had made on this thread disappeared to?
...how does that happen and WHO is able to do that? thanks!

Houzz has moderators who delete. Contact the houzz staff and ask why your comments were removed.

I asked Emily to intervene Sat. eve; she cleaned the thread this morning.

@iplay10's .. Thank you I will do that!

studio…understand and have so much respect for you,,,but why are Gantt’s comments still on this thread? I do not remember csvene’s remarks, but I do remember his….something about C Olson's ass and a cucumber patch?

I understand the importance of a moderator, but leaving the more acceptable comments of a snarky commentator isn’t right.

I posted a quote, which I have kept in my files, and thought it appropriate to share. It was a thoughtful, sensitive and addressed why some make rude responses to others. That has also been deleted.

Get rid of the poster who has crossed the line.

I suggest that you add trim around the windows to accentuate them and then go with a simple window treatment.

iplay10s, she apparently removed anything that didn't contain information for our OP, which allowed some of his picque to remain,but thankfully not all.

Mocity, I was wondering if you could use the two windows as art? Frames larger than the windows might be filled with a dramatic fabric (or picture if you have an art source). The fabric could provide as much darkening or lightening as needed. But, it would be easy to reveal the windows if you wanted light. Some type of architectural art might fit in the center. It might be fun to change them out for the seasons, too!

Woven woods hung approx 12" above window. I also like this valance with the woven woods in this picture. If higher on the wall it makes the window look larger.
http://houzz.com/photos/24058

studio, I agree with iplay10s. The quote should have been left on the thread.

studio, of course leaving comments which addressed the OP’s dilemma makes sense, but I just hate to see someone who “stirs the pot” continue to be recognized as though he is a valued commentator who speaks to the question at hand. When it becomes more about Gannt’s proving us wrong, where is the merit there? That is what it came down to…

Thanks, though, for your answer.

Addressing light from a window shining through a wall of curtains…there is a product called black out lining. From PB, my daughter used this product behind her wall of drapes in the basement.

I would get a Venetian blind that is long keep the bottom part next to the wall closed Add 2 panels and get the full window look instead of a short one.

If they suit your style, how about shutters? I used them in my basement to give the impression of a full height window. After all these years, it's still just enough to trick my eye into thinking I'm above ground (though I wish I'd seen Candace's mirror idea first).

If you really don't need (or want) the light, you could hang a trio of large canvases from one window to the other – and just cover them up completely. A landscape scene, or just panels covered with a dramatic fabric that you like.

So many great ideas from this community. I hope you have fun with whatever you choose to do!

Iplay10s, those are probably better questions for Emily, who can be e-mailed: emily@houzz.com. (sidebar deleted)

In closing this, I just want to thank LB Interiors and iplay10s. You confirmed my thoughts.
if a thread Is questioned, comments from both parties should be removed, the one that crossed the line Not ONLY the one who calls him on it. Houzz should be open to all thoughts, ideas and suggestions without putting others down, most of all Houzz should be fun!!! .. Thanks

...apologies to mocity512, sorry this took place on your discussion.

I apologize to mocity512 also, that it was directed to me and felt I should respond.

There is some simple way ...You can "make" windows. You can use blinds longer than windows, making windows visually bigger and hang on some drapes from seiling to floor.If you do not like light you keep covered windows with blinds...

I think Centsational girl did an amazing job here:

The thing that I'm seeing is that if the windows are treated separately, in this situation, the drapes would overlap from behind the headboard. The headboard would seem too wide for the remaining wall space. Not sure if I like that look.

All - I just wanted to say thank you for all your input... alot of great ideas. I am sorry my little question causedI such a stir! LB - I am not sure why you got attacked for an "idea" which is what this site is about. Thank you for all that stuck it out despite being treated poorly. I am still enjoying reading over all the new ideas!

Thank you mocity512!

Almost afraid to add my suggestions not being a professional, but I think hearing from "consumers" can be very valuable, too. Your dilemma seems to be distance apart and height so I looked for examples that addressed them. Hope they help.

I found these examples of treatments for your window predicament.

I like the look of a shoji screen turned on its side. You could back it with room darkening fabric.
http://houzz.com/photos/1485068

I also think the neatness of roman shades might work nicely, too. This example has three windows across. You could create a "third" window or hang a beautiful piece of art.
http://houzz.com/photos/173997

A third option might be to hang a large, but beautiful piece of fabric across somewhat like this screen.
http://houzz.com/photos/62977

Your bed is beautiful and compliments the room color nicely. Possibly a stripe or plaid would go well with your linens. Good luck. I know it will be lovely.

I agree with L B. cover entire wall with panels. Going 2 shades darker than walls.

As you dont like the small windows .you could have them bricked up !
I know I would

A brilliant suggestion from Snaggy. It sounds like you've got large windows on the other side of the room, so you should still meet the criteria for light/ventilation (for a bedroom).

Bet it wouldn't cost a whole lot more than custom draperies or blinds. Then, you'll have the entire wall to play with – however you like!

This poster had a good idea with small windows second lot of pictures
https://www.houzz.com/discussions/redo-of-college-boy-room-into-guest-room-dsvw-vd~615400

I love the idea to treat them as large windows. That's great design technique!

I like that too Snaggy.
The thing that I'm seeing is that if the windows are treated separately, in this situation, the drapes would overlap from behind the headboard. The headboard would seem too wide for the remaining wall space. Not sure if I like that look

A small honeycomb shade would work well in that window and you can get it with a black out liner for more room darkening.