25 Modern Window Treatment Ideas to Dress Up Any Room

Window treatments are the ultimate finishing touch that pulls a room together. Whether you're decorating your living room or a small powder room, they have the power to transform the entire space.

Window treatments range in price, type, and style, and include everything from pinch pleat curtains that are best suited for an elegant bedroom to woven bamboo shades that introduce a lovely textural element.

Don't forget to consider the hanging hardware, mounting style, and curtain length, as these details all make a difference. Browse this collection of modern window treatment ideas to get stylish inspiration for dressing up any room in your home.

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Woven Bamboo Shades

Woven bamboo shades are a beautiful option for any room in your home. They introduce a textural element, are neutral enough to fit with any design style and color scheme, and don't take up any room around the windows, making them a great choice for small spaces.

Cafe Curtains

Cafe curtains are making a comeback and are a great option for bathroom and kitchen windows. They give you the best of both worlds—privacy and a decorative accent on the bottom half of the window, and an open top half to allow plenty of natural light to stream in.

Wall-to-Wall Curtains

In an open floor plan featuring a long wall of windows, consider installing wall-to-wall curtain panels for a continuous look. In this modern living space, a wall of white light-filtering floor-to-ceiling curtains maintains an open and airy feel while providing privacy, blocking some light, and maintaining the neutral aesthetic.

Roller Shades

Roller shades are an excellent option for windows and sliding doors. In this dark and moody game room, the beige roller shades balance out the deep paint color on the walls and ceiling, and they maintain the room's clean and streamlined design.

Patterned Roman Shade

Use window treatments as a vehicle for adding color and pattern to your kids' bedroom. Here, the oversized Roman shade introduces a pretty blue and purple pattern that's repeated on the lumbar pillows on the beds which ties in the soft blue wall color for a well-balanced design.

Wood Shutters

For more permanent window treatments for your bathroom, consider investing in wood shutters. The custom built-in look will instantly elevate the space and they can handle humidity well which is a plus in a bathroom.

Keep in mind that they can be more expensive than other window treatments given the fact that they need to be custom fitted to your windows.

Patterned Curtain Panels

Break up a bold solid color on walls and built-ins with patterned curtain panels. Pick a fabric that features the paint color for a cohesive design and consider the scale of the pattern as it'll affect the final look.

Go with a small-scale pattern for a more classic and minimalist appearance, or choose a large-scale print if you want to go more modern and dramatic.

Pinch Pleat Curtains

Add a sophisticated touch with pinch pleat curtains whose top is pinched into fan-like bunches. The elegant detail draws the eyes up, instantly dresses up a window, and gives solid-colored curtains a more interesting edge.

Curtains that Match the Wall Color

Make a bold statement and match curtains with a dark paint color on the walls. If you want to go extra dramatic, color drench the room by continuing the color on all trim, doors, and the ceiling.

Double Curtain Panels

Hang double curtain panels if you have oversized windows or want to create a symmetrical look. The two panels visually frame the window and elongate the wall to create the illusion of a taller ceiling.

Oversized Window Blind

An oversized blind works well on a set of two or three windows one next to the other. It groups them together for a more unified space, plus practically speaking, you only need to open or shut one blind as opposed to multiple blinds at a time.

This type of window treatment is the perfect choice for a small nook such as this cozy modern breakfast nook.

Sheer Curtains

Soften a space with sheer curtains that dress the windows up without blocking any natural light. They maintain a light and airy aesthetic while adding a layered effect to walls, however, if you're looking for window treatments that provide privacy, you'll have to combine them with a more opaque curtain panel.

Curtains With Decorative Trim

Decorative trim is an easy way to give store-bought curtains a custom look or to dress up a plain pair of curtain panels.

You can purchase decorative trim online or at a fabric or craft store, and attach it to the interior and exterior length of a curtain panel for a fun little accent. Either sew it on or use heavy-duty iron-on tape to ensure the trim stays on.

Roll-Up Bamboo Blind

Roll-up bamboo blinds bring in a natural texture and help diffuse light. Unlike cordless blinds, they require a little more work when opening and closing them, which makes them more suitable for windows where the blinds mostly stay at the same height and aren't frequently opened.

Curtains With Tiebacks

Tiebacks on curtains serve both a practical and an aesthetic purpose. Practically speaking, they hold curtain panels back to allow maximum light to stream into a room. Aesthetically speaking, they create a swoop-shape that softens the window and helps visually frame it, either one one side or both if you hang two panels.

Break-Length Curtains

While floor-length curtains "kiss the floor," meaning they hover just above it, break-length curtains are slightly longer, but not as long as those that puddle. These are typically an inch longer than a floor-length panel and they "break" on the floor for a softer look.

Puddle-Length Curtains

Puddle-length curtains exude a romantic elegance and are a lovely choice for bedroom windows. Hang them close to the ceiling and allow them to puddle on the floor for a dramatic effect.

The only drawback to this style of window treatments is that they are harder to clean around and they do tend to collect dust and therefore need to be washed more frequently.

Solid Colored Roman Shade

For a clean and modern window treatment option, look no further than solid colored Roman shades which can easily be DIYed. Its simple lines and minimalist design are perfect for a small bedroom window, especially if the shade has a blackout lining that blocks light.

You can mount Roman shades inside or outside the window frame depending on your preference. Here, the shade is mounted inside the frame and therefore allows the trim to stand out, but if you want a more traditional look and don't want any light to peek through, then mount it outside the frame.

Single Curtain Panel

Maintain a clutter-free aesthetic and dress a small window with a single curtain panel. To add visual interest, elevate it with a statement curtain rod. Don't overlook the hardware—a curtain rod and rings—when selecting window treatments, as it's the final detail that completes a window.

In this stunning bedroom, a matte black curved rod adds a modern touch and ties in the black window frame.

Motorized Bedroom Curtains

Give your primary bedroom a luxurious upgrade with motorized curtains that can be operated using a remote or a smart home system. They typically hang from ceiling tracks and can be set on a schedule to automatically open and close at certain times.

Matching Window Treatments and Wallpaper

Matching window treatments and wallpaper is a timeless look. Instead of heavy drapes that can make a space feel visually cluttered, opt for a window blind that matches the wallpaper.

Use the duo to pack a punch in a small space such as a powder room, or to add an unexpected decorative element to a utilitarian space such as a laundry room.

Blackout Curtains

Hang blackout curtains in a bedroom to completely block light and maintain room temperature. Unlike other types of curtains, blackout curtains have a thickly woven lining that doesn't allow light to filter through.

In addition to bedrooms, they are also a great option for a living room or family room where you watch TV, as they eliminate the glare caused by natural light.

Layered Window Treatments

Pair two different styles of window treatments for a layered aesthetic and double the function. For example, pair sheer curtains that can stay closed during the day with blackout panels that only get shut at night. Or, layer woven bamboo blinds with floor-length curtain panels to bring in mixed textures and give windows depth and dimension.

Corner Curtains

This sunny sitting room features three walls of windows, offering endless possibilities when it comes to window treatments. Take inspiration from the impressive space and hang woven wood shades using the outside-the-frame mounting method, then add height and frame the room with corner curtains.

They immediately elongate the corners and draw the eyes up towards a statement chandelier. The curtains also create a lovely layered effect when paired with the shades.

Extra-Long Curtain Panels

For a room with a double-height ceiling, hang extra-long curtain panels to emphasize the grand ceiling height. A double-height ceiling is typically twice the standard ceiling height and can measure up to 24 feet, which means it will most likely require custom window treatments to accommodate the height.

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