A balcony in an apartment is always a plus. But decorating the exit with curtains is fraught with certain difficulties. We tell you how you can beautifully decorate a complex opening and at the same time maintain its functionality.
A balcony block is an asymmetrical structure consisting of a window and a door. When decorating it with textiles, you need to solve at least 3 problems:
- visually remove asymmetry (or play with it);
- create a single curtain composition for the door and window;
- maintain free access to the door.
The following curtain models are best suited for solving these problems.
Straight curtains with tulle
Floor-length tulle, framed on both sides by curtains, perfectly disguises the door and removes asymmetry. The opening looks like an ordinary window. And in order to freely go out onto the balcony, they hang tulle from two sliding panels. It is better to use rings for fastening, since they can easily move along the cornice. It is also better to pick up curtains, especially from the door side.
Examples of decorating a balcony block with tulle and curtains
Combination of tulle and curtains
There are situations when you seem to buy tulle and curtains that look great, but as soon as you hang them on the window, all the beauty disappears. Therefore, when choosing curtains, you should take into account the height of the ceilings and the overall design of the room. If you purchase vertical blinds, they will visually enlarge the room, and as for shades, light colors will help create a cozy room and make it sunny.
To make the curtains look harmonious, experts give several tips on choosing them:
- The color of the curtains should not match the wallpaper, but the furniture;
- The texture of the fabric should also be repeated on other pieces of furniture;
- The use of unusual fastening options and hooks is encouraged;
- The curtain should not only look aesthetically pleasing, but also be convenient for access to the balcony;
- It is worth taking the choice of fabric density with all responsibility; if, for example, the apartment is located on the ground floor, then it should be as dense as possible in order to protect it from direct sunlight and prying eyes.
In addition, experts recommend avoiding any prints on curtains or tulle, but if you still want to add some patterns, then it is worth remembering that if the tulle comes with a pattern, then the curtains should be plain.
Roman curtains
An interesting solution that has a lot of advantages is Roman blinds. They provide free access not only to the door, but also to the window sill, which is especially important if you plan to use it.
Lifting blades can be attached directly to the window frame and door sash. In this case, they do not need to be pulled back every time, like curtains, which means they will remain clean longer. In addition, the canvas will not draw a draft into the doorway.
Roman blinds are a suitable option for minimalism, loft, and Scandinavian style.
Options for decorating the door leading to the balcony with Roman blinds
What to consider when choosing curtains for a window?
Today on the market there are a huge variety of options for finished products or materials from which you can sew curtains yourself. Before you make your final choice, you need to think through some details.
You will have to take care not only of the window, but also of the balcony door, so you need to consider the following:
- Bedroom area;
- Ceiling height;
- Current or future interior;
- Possibility of visual expansion of the room.
It will also be important to take into account how windows are decorated in specific styles.
Roman blinds + curtains
If the previous option is too ascetic for you, Roman blinds can be combined with light curtains. For example, decorate a window with a Roman blind, and hang a curtain draped with tiebacks opposite the door.
For a balcony door, it is convenient to use static metal holders into which the fabric is tucked. Magnetic holders on a fishing line are suitable for picking up tulle curtains. These devices allow you to quickly clear access to the balcony and dirty the curtains less.
Compositions with Roman blinds
Design style and color shades
The design of the curtains should be combined with the overall style of the bedroom, so it is important to choose the right shape and shades. When decorating, it is advisable to carefully consider every detail for comfort and a sense of security. Each of us has our own unique taste, so some have a luxurious bedroom, while others have a more restrained one.
When choosing curtains for a bedroom with a balcony, we recommend following a few tips:
1. It is not recommended to use triangular patterns.
2. It is preferable to choose soft or plain colors that match the shades of the walls and furniture.
3. Avoid decorating with folk colors - this style is more suitable for the kitchen.
4. There are ready-made options for curtains for bedrooms with a balcony, photos are presented below, among them you will definitely find the option you need.
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Curtains with eyelets
Another way to maintain the functionality of a balcony door is to hang curtains on grommets. This is the name given to the rings that are sewn into the top of the curtain and thanks to which it easily slides along the curtain rod.
Depending on the size and lighting of the room, curtains with eyelets can be made from thick, light, or even curtain fabric. They are also combined with other types of textiles - Roman blinds, roller blinds, tulle.
This is what a balcony block looks like, decorated with curtains on grommets
Material selection
When choosing curtains, you should first decide on their functional purpose. To protect from sunlight, it is preferable to use dark curtains made of thick fabric, combined with translucent tulle in light colors.
If the bedroom is at the first stage, the best option is to use roller blinds along with thick curtains, which will allow you not to darken the room and close it from prying eyes.
A calm atmosphere and comfort in the bedroom is created by delicate cream, pink and beige tones. Blue, purple and green colors are also suitable for achieving harmony. If you decide to use several shades, you need to remember that they must be combined with all the details of the interior composition. Products made from natural fabric allow air to pass through much better, unlike synthetic ones, which also collect dust.
With the right and responsible approach, if you correctly combine all the elements with the overall design of the room, you can get a single ensemble with a feeling of real comfort and harmony. There is no doubt about the positive emotions and excellent mood that the bedroom will evoke.
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Filament curtains
A practical solution for decorating a balcony opening will be thread curtains (muslin). They look beautiful, you don’t have to tie them up, but go out onto the balcony right through them.
Decorating the exit to the balcony with thread curtains
Light curtains
A balcony, especially if it is glazed, significantly reduces the amount of light entering the room. If this is your case, choose lightweight curtains instead of thick curtains. They can, like curtains, be made sliding, picked up in opposite directions, combined with a Roman blind or blinds.
Decorating a balcony block with light curtains
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Asymmetrical compositions
At the very beginning, we said that one of the tasks of designing a window block is to remove asymmetry. But it can be played beautifully. For example, using spectacular asymmetrical curtains, as in the photo below. These can be curtains, picked up on one side, fabrics crossing at different angles, one-sided lambrequins. It all depends on the interior style and creativity of your designer.
Photo examples of asymmetrical compositions for a window with a balcony door
Modern tendencies
Today, curtains made from natural fabrics are becoming increasingly popular. However, do not forget that they must meet the requirements of the interior and general design of the room.
Modern trends welcome a monochromatic palette and simple colors. Thus, you can easily achieve a weightless design that will create an atmosphere of calm and comfort.
In this case, bright prints and abstract patterns with vegetation and geometric shapes are often used.
Curtains can also be decorated with various accessories, including those made by yourself.
Decorating access to the balcony in different rooms
In many ways, the textile frame of the balcony block depends on the room in which it is located.
In the kitchen
The balcony in the kitchen is used more often than in other rooms. An area for storing dishes and vegetables is usually organized here, and it happens that people go there several times a day. That’s why they choose practical curtains – roman and roller curtains, thread ones, with grommets, asymmetrical compositions that open the door slightly.
Textile design for a kitchen window with access to the balcony
In the bedroom
In the bedroom, the balcony door serves mainly to ventilate the room. They come out here less often, unless they are setting up an office or winter garden on the balcony. Such an opening is usually decorated with curtains and tulle, but in such a way that the curtains can be easily moved apart.
Since we relax in the bedroom, it is imperative to provide thick, light-proof curtains or blinds.
Decorating a balcony block in the bedroom
In the living room
The balcony in the living room performs a similar function. They also use curtain compositions made of tulle and curtains, but they are richer and more luxurious. There is only one requirement - the curtain covering the balcony door must move freely.
Curtain compositions for the balcony opening located in the living room
Choose curtains for a window with a balcony door based on how often you use it. If every day, give preference to practical and mobile models - Roman blinds, muslin, curtains with eyelets. Rarely - more complex textile compositions can be used.
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Classic motives
Despite the emergence of many new trends in home interior design, classic chic in harmonious combination with notes of rigor does not lose its relevance. Textile curtains, weightless tulles, bright elegant lambrequins - all these accessories can both emphasize the door and visually disguise it. A window with a balcony in the bedroom can be decorated using:
- light tulle with side curtains. Both products may have different colors, but their tonality should blend into the overall color scheme of the room. An additional touch could be a light, unobtrusive drapery on the side curtains in a bedroom with a balcony (photo);
- multi-layer curtains. An option similar to the previous one, but supplemented with lambrequins. With their help you can give the room grandeur and elegance. At the same time, one should not lose sight of the fact that the part of the decor covering the balcony door should be able to move freely along the sides of the cornice;
- curtains of different lengths. This design option uses small, short curtains in various stylistic solutions for the window, not reaching the window sill, and one long curtain at the balcony door. Designers call this decor especially appropriate if the door is narrow enough. To add charm to the design, the curtain can be assembled and secured with a bow or other original accessory.
Secrets for choosing a corniceIMPORTANT! The cornice plays an important role in the classic design of the window and balcony door in the bedroom. When choosing it, you need to take into account the height of the ceiling in the room, the shape of the window opening, as well as the material and style of the curtains.
| No. | Cornice parameters | Peculiarities |
| 1 | Form | Round - for simple curtains and light tulles, consisting of several rows - for multi-layer curtains |
| 2 | Material | Wood and plastic are considered current options. Aluminum models are optimal for Japanese profiles and in the design of Roman blinds |
| 3 | Color | Must fully match the overall tone of the room |
The cornice is one of the decorative components, so if it is chosen inappropriately or tastelessly, it can easily ruin the appearance of the room and destroy the design intent.
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