ᐅ Are windows that don’t reach the floor in the living room outdated? What types of curtains work best?
Created on: 11 Feb 2024 09:03
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claubiblau
Hello,
we have basically finalized the floor plan and, after much consideration, decided against floor-to-ceiling windows in the dining area of the open kitchen-dining-living space. The location of the house is somewhat complex; the south side faces the street and the property is on a slope. This means people could easily look up from the street into the dining and living areas, and we don’t really like floor-to-ceiling windows that then need to be shaded with pleated blinds or similar. On the exterior, we have venetian blinds (raffstores). So, in the end, we removed the floor-to-ceiling windows on the south side and instead planned half-height windows with window sills (in the dining area a double window, in the living area a triple casement window). On the east side, we want to open the house with a large sliding door because there is an unobstructed view of the fields and nature.
Yesterday, my husband raised the question of whether these “normal” windows might look outdated and what (modern) options there are to decorate them with side curtains or something similar, as he worries the south-facing windows might look bare. Now I’m quite uncertain. Would you stick with the non-floor-to-ceiling windows? Do they appear too bare without curtains? What decorating ideas do you have? At the moment, you simply cannot find examples of non-floor-to-ceiling windows being used in modern living spaces, which makes me doubt our choice. Thank you very much for your help.
we have basically finalized the floor plan and, after much consideration, decided against floor-to-ceiling windows in the dining area of the open kitchen-dining-living space. The location of the house is somewhat complex; the south side faces the street and the property is on a slope. This means people could easily look up from the street into the dining and living areas, and we don’t really like floor-to-ceiling windows that then need to be shaded with pleated blinds or similar. On the exterior, we have venetian blinds (raffstores). So, in the end, we removed the floor-to-ceiling windows on the south side and instead planned half-height windows with window sills (in the dining area a double window, in the living area a triple casement window). On the east side, we want to open the house with a large sliding door because there is an unobstructed view of the fields and nature.
Yesterday, my husband raised the question of whether these “normal” windows might look outdated and what (modern) options there are to decorate them with side curtains or something similar, as he worries the south-facing windows might look bare. Now I’m quite uncertain. Would you stick with the non-floor-to-ceiling windows? Do they appear too bare without curtains? What decorating ideas do you have? At the moment, you simply cannot find examples of non-floor-to-ceiling windows being used in modern living spaces, which makes me doubt our choice. Thank you very much for your help.
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claubiblau11 Feb 2024 13:17Regarding storage space: The sliding door between the living and dining areas is currently just a preliminary plan and might be removed (possibly due to costs). In that case, a dresser or cabinet could be placed between the two window units facing south. At the entrance to the dining area on the left, we have already mentally planned to use our existing sideboard. Below the television, there will be a base cabinet and possibly shelves above the sofa. We actually don’t have that many items and hope this will provide enough storage space for us.
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motorradsilke11 Feb 2024 15:10To get to the main question:
I wouldn’t base my decision on whether something is modern or not, but rather on whether I actually want it that way. You will be living there, so it has to appeal to you.
I like windows only with curtains, meaning that in our open-plan living area all windows have curtains, and the bedroom has them as well. But of course, that’s a matter of personal taste.
We also have a small pantry, and I love it. There is enough storage space for groceries that I would never fit in the kitchen. Even if drinks get warm in there, it’s not a problem since a few bottles always go in the refrigerator.
However, I don’t find that particular spot very suitable; it’s too prominent for me. I would place something else there, like a nice cabinet or a large refrigerator.
I wouldn’t base my decision on whether something is modern or not, but rather on whether I actually want it that way. You will be living there, so it has to appeal to you.
I like windows only with curtains, meaning that in our open-plan living area all windows have curtains, and the bedroom has them as well. But of course, that’s a matter of personal taste.
We also have a small pantry, and I love it. There is enough storage space for groceries that I would never fit in the kitchen. Even if drinks get warm in there, it’s not a problem since a few bottles always go in the refrigerator.
However, I don’t find that particular spot very suitable; it’s too prominent for me. I would place something else there, like a nice cabinet or a large refrigerator.
The choice of windows is yours and should please only you.
I can only recommend sketching out the actual furniture arrangement. Don’t forget the walking paths.
Living room: How important is the door to the left room? If you leave it out, you’d at least have an uninterrupted wall. Placing a TV in front of a window would be a complete no-go for me.
Kitchen: Why is there this recess at the corner of the house? That extra half meter (about 1.5 feet) would benefit the kitchen. Make sure to coordinate the sill height of the corner window well with the kitchen design.
Personally, I find the kitchen too far from the terrace, but everyone has different opinions on that.
I can only recommend sketching out the actual furniture arrangement. Don’t forget the walking paths.
Living room: How important is the door to the left room? If you leave it out, you’d at least have an uninterrupted wall. Placing a TV in front of a window would be a complete no-go for me.
Kitchen: Why is there this recess at the corner of the house? That extra half meter (about 1.5 feet) would benefit the kitchen. Make sure to coordinate the sill height of the corner window well with the kitchen design.
Personally, I find the kitchen too far from the terrace, but everyone has different opinions on that.
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claubiblau11 Feb 2024 17:03The recess in the kitchen results from the front part of the house on the west side being a flat-roof extension that is set apart from the main structure. The basement level exists only in the width without the extension (a bit complicated to explain). I have uploaded a plan showing the existing furniture—I know it’s not professional. The passage from the living room to the office is not necessary and can be omitted. I have also removed the pantry and simply added two cupboards as a placeholder. If a pantry is included, I would now consider designing it without a slanted wall, I think.
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