There are some styles, colors, and decorative elements that homeowners tend to avoid using, as they consider this a risky move. Some do not like bold bright colors, such as orange or fuchsia, others are afraid to use black. The use of dark drapery is considered by many to be the privilege of creative interior designers.
Nevertheless, fanatically trying to stay away from dark curtains, you can miss the great opportunity to create an attractive interior that will captivate and attract attention.
Do not be afraid of dark curtains, as well as black in general in the interior. They are available in a wide range of shades and textures, and you can choose what will best suit your style, from classic black drapery to gorgeous translucent curtains. Today we look at 25 magnificent interiors and learn simple ways to properly use these rare beauties.
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Mastering the dark art!
We start with a few magnificent rooms, the owners of which use dark curtains, but do not resort to stereotypical black. But really, for those who are afraid of black, there are other no less interesting and exciting options, for example, gray or blue.
Dark shades of these colors can complement the color scheme that has already been introduced into the interior. Living room or bedroom with light pastel blue walls and curtains of dark blue color may seem simply bewitching.
Dark blue curtains in the blue bedroom (design from Echelon custom homes).
Shades of blue are ideal for dark curtains (design from Summer thornton design).
When choosing a color for dark draperies, do not think only about black - there are other options (design from BGDB Interior Design).
Eclectic London cuisine full of color (design from Amanda neilson interiors).
Large spaces
Dark curtains are ideal for spacious rooms. Here you can use dark colors to fix the space without suppressing the environment. In the double-lit living rooms, luxurious bedrooms, huge solemn dining rooms, the classic black curtains will look just great.
In an open-plan living room, these curtains can be used to delimit space by creating a unique backdrop. With their help, you can create a sense of privacy in spacious living rooms, as if connected to the back patio with large glass doors. If you think that plain curtains are boring, enliven them a bit by adding geometric or floral patterns.
Exquisite two-room living room with chic decor (design from Fanny zigdon interiors).
The larger the room, the better it looks dark curtains (design from Hush).
Dark curtains help make the room more spacious and airy (design from Boutique homes).
Give the room vibrance with dark print curtains (design from Doreen Schweitzer Interiors).
Mesmerizing gloom
Not everyone likes the house, “dressed” in unassuming neutral shades and filled with a stream of natural light. Among us there are those who prefer a chic, sophisticated look of the room in dark colors with subdued sunlight and a sparkling chandelier that completes the image.
Silk dark curtains are perfect for this Hollywood style, in which you can add modern touches to make sure that it is still fashionable! Dark curtains in the interior of a modern bedroom will allow you to find a balance between relaxing and romantic.
Dark curtains, when used properly, look as elegant as lighter whites (designed by Simon Eldon Photography).
Refined modern bedroom with dark transparent curtains (design from Sacha Jacq Interiors LLC).
Dark elegant beauty in an industrial style kitchen (design by TONIC Design).
Refined traditional dining room with black curtains in the background (design by J. Hirsch Interior Design).
Luxurious and comfortable atmosphere
The use of a combination of dark heavy curtains with light, light and translucent curtains in modern bedrooms has become very popular today. This stylish combination, striking a perfect balance between openness and complete privacy, seems aesthetically appropriate in a room dominated by neutral colors.
Among other things, this two-layer approach to curtaining windows makes it easy to adapt to changing seasons: dark curtains will provide perfect insulation in the winter and recede into the background in the summer months.
Use sheer curtains and dark curtains to create a sense of privacy and yet openness (designed by Tom Stringer Design Partners).
Chic bedroom in red, black and white colors (design by Arthouse Baku).
Combine lightweight transparent curtains with blackout curtains in the bedroom (design by Wheeler Kearns Architects).
Gray curtains are the perfect choice for a stylish living room (designed by Kingston Lafferty Design).
Black and white
A little higher, we talked about the fact that not everyone accepts dark curtains in the interior, but in fact this approach is very popular in the world of design today. Dark curtains fit perfectly into a light interior, as they provide visual contrast, create interesting focal points and complement other strokes of black or dark gray in the room.
The more neutral the interior palette, the more magnificent dark curtains look on this background! Stylish and versatile black and white background, formed with their help, allows you to better stand out in bright color accents and works of art that adorn your interior.
Black and white interior with green splashes (design by Jason Pavlacka Design).
Dark curtains accentuate the whiteness of this bright living room (design by Interior Marketing Group).
The light color scheme of the living room and dark curtains complement each other perfectly (design by Handman Associates).
Orange, thanks to the combination with black elements, looks completely new (design by Sacha Jacq Interiors LLC).
Transparent dark beauty
Transparent curtains do not have to be white. Made in black, blue, gray or dark brown, they will also have the ability to sweep you off your feet. Of course, such curtains are unlikely to be appropriate in a house where the relaxing atmosphere of a beach or Mediterranean style flourishes, but they will look great in industrial, minimalistic and modern interiors.
Dark curtains, filtering out natural light and creating a dramatic background, quickly gain recognition and popularity.
The owner of such a bed is unlikely to need bedside tables (design by S&A Decor).
Brown attracts all the attention in this eclectic living room (designed by Natalie Younger Interior Design).
Curtains stand out thanks to the open plan living room (design by Lo Chen Design).
Gray patterned curtains for a chic modern living room (designed by Ania J Interior Styling).
