Master the Art of Dressing Large Windows
Dressing up for special occasions involves selecting fine fabrics, coordinating the pieces, and ordering the correct sizes. Beautifully dressed window treatments for large windows have similar requirements, but must also control light. The interior décor experts at Window Fashions of Northern California specialize in that second category and serve clients well, with custom offerings from Hunter Douglas and other industry-leading brands.
The Main Requirements for Large Window Treatments
When dealing with large glass expanses like floor-to-ceiling windows, think about scale first; anything that’s too small will be quickly overwhelmed, and too-big styles drown things out. You need treatments that address the space without looking lost or heavy.
Here’s another thing about big windows in California: That gorgeous sunshine can quickly turn your living room into an uncomfortable hot spot, so you’ll want something that gives you options throughout the day. Maybe you love the morning light but must block that afternoon glare, or you want to enjoy the view while protecting your expensive sofa from fading.
Window treatments for large windows can also be heavy or cumbersome to install, so avoid the heaviest fabrics and have a professional handle the installation. And consider motorized options for hard-to-reach areas.
Our Top Window Treatments for Large Windows
Window Fashions of Northern California offers many large window treatments, including these top selections:
- Skyline® Panel-Track Blinds are a sleek, modern cousin of vertical blinds. Long, wide fabric panels slide along tracks, giving you clean lines and unobstructed views when you want them.
Designer Banded Shades, or zebra shades, mix soft fabric with the practicality of horizontal blinds. The alternating sheer and solid stripes let you play with light throughout the day. - Silhouette® Sheer Shades are also showstoppers. This style features floating, vertical fabric vanes sandwiched between two sheer fabrics. You can still see outside while filtering incoming light for a radiant glow.
- Designer Roller Shades are a no-nonsense option with a luxurious profile. They sit close to large windows, and you can choose room-darkening options for movie nights or keep things light and airy during the day.
- Custom Drapery is about high-end fabrics and perfect proportions, but you can choose casual or formal fabrics; we recommend layering them with blinds, shades, or shutters on large windows.
Designing and Dressing Large Windows in California
When browsing colors and patterns for large window treatments, consider how they’ll look inside and outside your home. Bold, large-scale patterns can feel overwhelming in smaller spaces, but subtle textures add visual interest without fighting against your beautiful windows for attention. Neutral tones are always a safe bet, as they look timeless and work with whatever décor changes you make down the road.
Remember, large window treatments aren’t a weekend DIY project. Getting the measurements right, positioning the hardware correctly, and calculating fabric needs requires expertise. Our professional designers and installers can recommend the best solutions based on your home’s large windows and how you use the space.
Have Large Windows in California? Let Us Help You Dress Them
We love helping homeowners tackle their most challenging large window projects and feature Hunter Douglas Window Treatments + Carole Fabrics. Contact us for service in Fairfield, Fremont, Vacaville, Vallejo, Rio Vista, Napa, Hayward, San Jose, Palo Alto, and Pleasanton, CA.
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