Curtains for the living room - 150 photos of fashionable new products for 2022

Updated: September 1, 2022

Curtains are a stylish and bright accent in the design of any modern room. What trends has 2022 brought? What types of curtains and color options are in fashion? We'll tell you about all the design innovations and show you more than a hundred interesting photographs of modern interiors.

Curtains have long ceased to be just a piece of fabric designed to protect a room from excess light during the day and hide it from prying eyes at night. Modern curtains are an equal decorative element, like a stylish vase or an interesting painting. This means that you need to take the choice of curtains for any room in your apartment very seriously and take into account the main trends prevailing in the design environment. So, do you want to incorporate not only stylish, but also fashionable design into yours? Then let's figure out what advice designers give us on choosing curtains for the living room in the coming year.

Naturalness is in fashion

A general trend in the design world, which is gaining more and more popularity every season, is the desire to choose the most natural materials. This applies to both finishing materials, when choosing which we are increasingly encouraged to pay attention to environmentally friendly wood or MDF (who can afford what), and materials used in room decor - decorative panels, textiles, etc.

Thus, the most preferable choice would be curtains made from natural materials - variations of cotton, linen, silk and other plant fibers. However, there is nothing stopping you from choosing a fabric that better suits the overall style of your living room.

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What's relevant

The photo of new curtain designs shows that in 2022, great emphasis is placed on minimalism.

If last year classic curtains were very popular due to their versatility and versatility, then minimalist curtains are popular this year. This is primarily due to the fact that most apartments are small in size, which, in turn, dictates the requirements for the interior and design.

However, besides this, minimalism is coming back into fashion, the desire to get rid of unnecessary things, to completely cleanse your life of negativity.

However, minimalist curtains in 2022 are not a death sentence. Especially if the interior predisposes to choosing more complex and rich types of paintings.

The design of curtains in 2022 is quite ambiguous; the greatest emphasis is placed on minimalism, but other types of curtains are not completely rejected.

Roller blinds and blinds are the most popular. Due to the possibility of compact placement, they can be installed in virtually any room. A large number of color solutions makes it possible to choose the most optimal option for a particular room.

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In shades, the greatest preference is given to pastel tones, while two-tone options are very popular.

What type of curtains are trending?

Light and weightless

Modern interiors love space and lightness. Even the popular loft style has recently been increasingly simplified by designers using light curtains made of thin transparent fabrics.

Tulle, chiffon, veil - these are the materials that will allow you to create a beautiful, weightless interior.

By the way, despite the fact that white is the most fashionable choice of the 2017 season, no one limits you in choosing the color for curtains in the living room. Bright and rich natural shades will perfectly complement the weightless structure of the curtains and become a significant accent of its modern interior.

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Volume and drape

It would seem that voluminous curtains and the use of drapery are a trend that directly contradicts the previous one, calling us to abandon the complex decor of curtains in favor of lightness and simplicity. But it's not that simple!

If you want to create an interesting accent in your living room with the help of voluminous curtains, pay attention to lightweight materials, such as brocade or taffeta, that have texture. This way, you can achieve the desired volume without burdening the living room space.

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Eyelets and rings

For those who don’t know, let’s explain: eyelets are rings made of metal or plastic, thanks to which the curtain is strung on the cornice. Such curtains look very original and are an interesting piece of decor in themselves, even in a single color without additional prints.

The use of eyelets is possible not only for curtains made of dense material, but also for light fabrics. Simply seal the top layer of curtains with any suitable material of dense texture.

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The laconicism of Roman blinds

Roman curtains recently began to be fully used in design projects for living rooms and halls. This option is not only practical, but also very interesting.

There are three main types of Roman blinds:

• reflective;
• light scattering;
• day Night.

What are their main differences?

Reflective Roman blinds are made from fabrics that reflect light. The use of this option will be more justified in a bedroom or nursery, where excess light is perceived as a hindrance to relaxation, but not in a living room, especially a modern one.

Light-diffusing Roman blinds, on the other hand, diffuse the light that hits them and are well suited for use in living rooms.

Roman blinds of the “day-night” type are an excellent compromise option. Their peculiarity lies in the alternation of strips of dense and light fabric (therefore they are often called “zebra” curtains). These curtains are attached in two layers with the ability to adjust the location of the stripes on both layers. For example, if you want to darken a space, simply adjust the curtains so that the thick stripes of one layer overlap the sheer stripes of the second. Accordingly, in order to let more light into the room, you need to combine stripes of the same type with each other.

Roman curtains in the interior of the hall can be perfectly combined with classic curtains of any type - both thick, light-proof materials and light transparent fabrics.

Originality of Japanese curtains

Japanese curtains are a fashionable trend in living room design in 2022, and there are several explanations for this.

1. National color and ethnic elements in design have recently become increasingly popular.
2. Japanese style is minimalist, and minimalism has been in favor with designers for several seasons now.
3. Since curtains are an additional decoration, choosing Japanese designed curtains is a sure way to add an interesting accent to your room.

So, what are Japanese curtains? Japanese, or panel, curtains consist of a cornice and fabric panels. The mechanism of movement of fabric sheets along the cornice is reminiscent of sliding doors.

Japanese curtains are an excellent choice for those who have a living room with large, wide windows! Unfortunately, for small windows, Japanese curtains can serve as an extra “weight” that hides the space.

Required characteristics

When choosing curtains for the hall, first of all consider the following points:

• Fixing curtains at the edges to allow light into the room and its convenient ventilation. In this case, curtains can be sliding, lifting or fixed.
• "Double" curtains. If you live no higher than the fifth floor, in the evening, with the lights on, you can see everything that happens in the apartment from the street. Tulle is a good thing, but by itself it does not save you from this misfortune, especially since in the hall or living room, as a rule, there are large windows.

The most popular curtains for opening are sliding curtains. A variant of lifting curtains is Roman curtains, they are very convenient to use. Italian curtains are a variant of fixed curtains. Double curtains in the hall made of thick and tulle will hide from unwanted eyes and at the same time the room will be light during the day

Color trends

Basic shades - timeless classics

The 2017 season develops the desire for simplicity inherited from 2015. The use of basic tones in the design of rooms, such as gray, black, beige and - especially! – white is the main leitmotif of fashion design projects.

The universal white color will perfectly cope with the task of lightening heavy interiors, adding a fresh touch, and transforming a small living room. This choice is suitable for those who do not want to focus on textiles, but prefer to diversify the interior with other bright colors, be it furniture or interesting lamps.

Dark curtains are another classic option that can make the interior a little stricter. If you choose dark curtains, match them to the upholstery of upholstered furniture, lampshades of floor lamps or the color of sofa cushions.

As for the relationship between the colors of decoration and curtains in a modern room, here the designers give us a certain scope for creative ideas. Curtains that match the tone of the main finish or those that play with it in contrast will look equally stylish.

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Freshness of natural shades

Shades of nature itself are popular everywhere - be it the kitchen, bedroom, hallway or living room. Here are the main tones that you should pay attention to when choosing the ideal curtain option among the new products:

• blue;
• green;
• brown;
• walnut;
• Marsala;
• turquoise;
• amber;
• citric.

Colored curtains can easily make your living room more interesting, so don't be afraid to experiment with combinations. The eternal rule “curtains to match the textiles” is no longer dominant. Choose curtains to match other decorative or finishing elements if you are not using a solid color scheme.

Enliven the interior of the hall with bright curtains in natural tones, and it will become not only a great place to relax, but also a place that gives you a charge of positive energy!

Prints and patterns - an original touch to your design

If plain curtains, even in rich natural shades, seem too boring to you, designers have something to offer you in 2016.

So, which patterns seem to be the most fashionable this season?

• animal prints and images of animals;
• large flowers;
• geometric figures;
• stripes;
• futuristic prints;
• Photo curtains.

As you can see, the scope for imagination is greater than ever!

Duplicating the curtain pattern in other decorative elements will help you combine them all into a single space in the room.

Main trends of 2017

Although the fashion for curtains is not as changeable as Haute Couture, it still has its own new items that everyone who chooses textiles for their apartment should know about.

1. This year everything natural and close to nature will be popular. And the curtains, as evidenced by the photos of the new products, were not left out. Not only natural materials are in fashion, but also colors and prints that identify nature. Already now we can safely say that silk, cotton, linen and organza will be in favor. Linen occupies a special position - a highly durable and easy-to-care material. Bamboo curtains and solutions that combine natural fabrics and synthetics will be relevant.
2. Another main feature in the design of the new season is monotony. Designers are confident that even one correctly selected base shade can recreate the character of an entire room. And you can easily agree with them if you look at the interior photos. Here the well-known rule works perfectly: the lighter the wallpaper, the more saturated the color the curtains should be, and vice versa. However, this does not mean that you cannot hang white organza curtains in a room with snow-white walls. Interior stylists allow such a merger. And judging by the photo, this technique doesn’t even look bad.
3. Another trend that has been popular for several seasons is single-layer. If you want your interior to be up-to-date, then use only curtains or only tulles to decorate your windows. Both options in one composition are already multi-layered.

We select curtains to match the overall design style of the room

We have already written in more detail about the styles of hall decoration that are fashionable this season. Let's take a closer look at which curtains are best suited to fashionable interiors.

Eclecticism

Eclectic style is extremely popular in the coming season! The combination of the incongruous, executed with feeling, sense and proper arrangement - this is the key to creating a truly unique interior.

Don’t think that creating an interior in an eclectic style is easy, and it’s enough to simply combine elements of different styles in one space. A proper and stylish eclectic interior does not leave a feeling of excess, and only professionals can achieve such an effect!

When choosing curtains for a room in an eclectic style, you should pay attention to options with interesting prints and patterns. The best solution would be large flowers and geometric shapes. Curtains with stripes or futuristic patterns will also look great.

Minimalism

Minimalism presupposes laconicism in the design of upholstered furniture and facades of storage systems, the use of simple light colors in decoration with bright accents, as well as the rejection of excessive decor.

The ideal solution for a room in a minimalist style would be simple, light curtains in light colors (ideally white).

Roman blinds and Japanese curtains, which are becoming increasingly popular, will fit perfectly into such an interior.

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Eco style

The very name of this style suggests the maximum use of natural materials in the decoration, furnishings and decoration of the room.

When planning to decorate a room in an eco-style, turn to curtains made from natural materials such as cotton, linen, silk, etc.

It is also better to choose a natural color scheme - shades of white, beige, grey, green, blue, yellow are suitable.

It is acceptable to use prints and patterns that have a connection with nature. For example, photo curtains depicting exotic flowers, plants or animals, which are gaining popularity this season, will fit perfectly into this style.

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Art Deco

Art Deco is the style of the glamorous elite of the mid-20th century. Smooth forms, chic and simplicity are harmoniously combined in the art deco style room.

Having completed the overall decoration of the room in light colors, give preference to dark furniture, the tone of which should also be matched with curtains.

Art Deco accepts the use of not only plain curtains, but also interesting patterns, often geometric, mentally returning us to the era of golden Hollywood, which gave us this wonderful style, which is currently experiencing a new heyday.

Pop Art

Choosing pop art in the design of the hall will allow you to look at its space from a new angle. As a basic background for experiments, it is best to choose a neutral color scheme, preferably in white tones.

Accents in a pop art style interior are set with the help of interesting decor, and curtains will cope with this task perfectly.

Pop art is the case when you shouldn’t be afraid of rich colors and flashy prints. The main thing is that the final result, as in the case of eclecticism, is not overly overloaded with details that do not allow one to fully perceive the whole picture.

Classic

Finally, we cannot fail to mention the classics, since the classics, as we know, never go out of fashion. So it is now - in the coming season there will definitely be a place for a living room in a classic style.

If “classic classics” is too heavy for you, turn to neoclassical design options, which, while preserving the traditions of classic interiors, look fresher and more organic in a modern space.

Curtains for this style are voluminous and with drapery. But don’t forget about the usual, simplest curtains that can be skillfully combined with Roman ones.

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Stylish curtain ideas

If you keep up with the times, you prefer sophisticated, elegant and environmentally friendly curtain models.

Modern style

Luckily, the modern style for windows looks exciting. Before you start creating a modern look, choose a shade that contrasts with the color of the walls.

Asymmetry in Art Nouveau style

Avoiding all kinds of curtain ties will provide the next step in the transition to a modern look, as not only sleekness and gloss are valued, but also safety and convenience.

For a dramatic focal point, when working with oversized geometric or graphic patterns in any shade, I prefer roman if I want the fabric to have a sense of space. Choose steel hardware, chrome or nickel finishes, and achieve a minimalist, modern look by choosing motorized shades or blinds.

Minimalistic appearance

Creative approach to window design

Creativity in curtain design is limited only by the sky and clouds. You can print any design, photograph, or piece of art onto your curtain fabric. To realize any idea, you can use various advanced methods from Photoshop to a special print-on demand program to independently make a completely personalized curtain from your own photo gallery.

Let's get creative - embroidery on curtains

You can make it yourself - with or without seams. It is not difficult. Add braid, fabric ribbons, metallic borders, bows, ruffles or contrasting fabrics with trim.

Elegant ideas for windows

Achieving a graceful window look usually requires careful fabric selection. Romantic shades and drapery are irrelevant here. The key is softness, layers and deep, decadent folds. An oversized drapery that hangs from floor to ceiling is especially elegant because it makes your room appear taller and extends the distance to the ceiling.

Visually increasing the space

Use different textures and colors in your layers and your elegance factor will increase significantly.

Unique Curtain Ideas

It's time to get out of the dull and half-hearted look of our curtains and stop thinking that all we can do is come up with something neutral. To achieve a custom look, you need to learn how to choose the quantity and quality of light that is transmitted from above and below.

Boho style for inspiration

For unique drapery ideas I suggest:

• fasteners;
• frill corners;
• drapery with lambrequins;
• double material curtains in the form of color blocks or wide stripes.

Drapery with lambrequins

Here are some other ideas that are fun to try:

• mirror engraving;
• matte effect;
• leather inserts.

Creating a matte effect

Or any design your heart desires to print.

Use your curtains to decorate not only windows, but also doors. Think of them as room dividers, alcove canopies, bed canopies and focal points above the headboard.

Making a doorway

Curtains for the living room with kitchen

Modern apartment layouts often combine two zones - the kitchen and the living room. Some people don’t like this option, while others, on the contrary, like the combination of spaces for different purposes into a single whole. But one way or another, such a layout is a frequent companion of modern apartments, which means that the question often arises: how to choose curtains for such a room?

In choosing curtains, as in choosing a design in general, you have, by and large, two main paths:

1. distinguish between the kitchen area and the recreation area using finishing and decor;
2. combine zones into a single space.

In the first case, we still recommend using materials of similar texture and color in the decoration and design of different zones, so as not to cut the room into two pieces, since this can play a cruel joke on you, making the space of the room visually smaller.

Use different shades of the same color to decorate the kitchen and relaxation areas.

When choosing decor, choose, for example, classic curtains or eyelet curtains for the living area and Roman blinds to match them for the kitchen area.

In the second case, you can decorate the zones in the same color, using similar decor, and choose the same curtains for the windows in the kitchen area and in the living room area.

Types of curtains, fastenings

When choosing curtains, the possibilities of their fastening play an important role. For example, there is often simply not enough space above the window to ensure secure installation of the curtain. Therefore, when choosing one or another variety for yourself, first of all pay attention to the fastenings.

Roman curtains

This type is mounted on a special cornice, to which is attached a lifting mechanism and a control unit. Roller and bamboo curtains are fixed in the same way. If you are going to buy Roman blinds, measure the width of the window in advance to ensure that the curtain rod dimensions are correct for you. When sewing yourself, the manufacture of fasteners must be ordered separately. Additionally, there is no need to sew anything to the curtains themselves, as curtains with grommets require; as a rule, this model comes with Velcro (which, by the way, is very convenient when washing).

Types of Roman blinds for the bedroom Blackout Roman blinds reliably protect from sunny people

Roman blinds can be easily pulled up

Ties and loops

The easiest options to implement are curtains with ties or loops. In the first case, holes are simply made in the fabric for ribbons, in the second, loops are sewn to a piece of fabric. Both designs involve the use of a cornice, just like curtains with grommets.

Curtains can be attached to the cornice with ties

Curtains with eyelets

Curtains with eyelets are a fabric with holes, which are secured with special rings - eyelets. This allows you to avoid “frosting” the fabric, and also just looks neat and beautiful. The eyelets themselves can be wooden, metal or plastic - you can choose the color to your taste. Several unusual options for curtains with grommets in the photo below:

Curtains with grommets in the living room form beautiful vertical folds

Eyelets vary in shape and size

Attaching eyelets to curtains

Kuliska

A drawstring is a fold of fabric on a curtain. Essentially, the curtain is pulled over the curtain rod, making it invisible. This type of fastening looks neat from the outside, but if the drawstring size is incorrectly selected, it is difficult to move the curtain, so calculate the diameter of the curtain rod in advance.

Curtains on the cornice can be attached using a drawstring. Diagram of a curtain with a drawstring.

In general, if you can identify the overall idea of ​​the room and its color scheme, there should be no problems with choosing curtains. The main thing is, do not be afraid to experiment and implement the most daring ideas in the interior. If you are not sure about them, seek help from a professional designer. He will be able to build a clear plan of action and monitor the preservation of the unity of style. In conclusion, here are some new photos of modern curtains for 2017:

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