7 Tips for Placing a Bed in Front of a Window
Make the best of it when there's a window behind the bed and enjoy the stream of daylight
I once rented a heritage apartment where the bedroom was so tiny that the only logical place to put the bed was in front of a window. It took some time to get used to the idea, but I started to enjoy waking up with the sun rising over my head. No need for the alarm clock! See what designers recommend when dealing with this could-be-awkward bed placement.
3. Treat the window and wall as one surface
I like how the designer wrapped the curtains from the window and around the corner. There is enough space for the bed to be turned sideways but the sunlight coming from behind the bed is much more dramatic.
I like how the designer wrapped the curtains from the window and around the corner. There is enough space for the bed to be turned sideways but the sunlight coming from behind the bed is much more dramatic.
4. Use top-down blinds for privacy
This cleverly designed bedroom uses top-down/bottom-up blinds for ease of use. This is the size of the bedroom in my former rental apartment. Repeating the window valance and blind provides a consistent look.
What you need to know about window blinds
This cleverly designed bedroom uses top-down/bottom-up blinds for ease of use. This is the size of the bedroom in my former rental apartment. Repeating the window valance and blind provides a consistent look.
What you need to know about window blinds
5. Put curtains around the window
This cosy cottage makes use of the millwork on the wall, and the curtains were hung in line with the window mullion as well. They can be closed to customise the brightness in the room.
This cosy cottage makes use of the millwork on the wall, and the curtains were hung in line with the window mullion as well. They can be closed to customise the brightness in the room.
6. Use a post bed frame to disguise the window
This elegant hotel-like guest bedroom uses curtains in a similar way as the previous room, but the dropped ceiling gives the sleeping area a more intimate feeling.
This elegant hotel-like guest bedroom uses curtains in a similar way as the previous room, but the dropped ceiling gives the sleeping area a more intimate feeling.
7. Leave space behind the window
If you have the space, why not just let the bed float in the room? The minimal legs on all the furniture enhance the floating feel.
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If you have the space, why not just let the bed float in the room? The minimal legs on all the furniture enhance the floating feel.
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Placing large items on either side of the bed will detract from the window. In this case, symmetrical paintings and table lamps balance the room nicely.
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