Delight in minimalist aesthetics with this elegant living room styled with a light gray sectional paired with neutral accents. Continue by incorporating carefully placed accents and greenery throughout the room. Blend the space with soft walls and frame windows with gray drapes for a relaxing appeal.
29 Unique Drapes for Living Room Ideas for a Finishing Touch
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May 28, 2023
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Are you tired of looking at your dull, outdated drapes and need inspiration for a new look? Look no further. Choosing drapes for your living room is an important decision that could make or break the aesthetic. Often overlooked, the trick is to blend window treatments with your décor to unify or frame the space.
The color and style of drapes you choose will depend on your style preference and window size. Transform a minimalist living room with monochromatic or neutral window treatments for an elegant yet simple appeal. Bold colors with contemporary patterns and textures are perfect for modern space and will transform with eye-catching appeal. Brown, cream, or muted colors with warm tones are perfect for a homespun farmhouse look that will tie the room together.
Play with different colors and textures to find what works best for you. To help you get started, scroll through these carefully curated examples of drapes for living room ideas and create a unique and inspired design for your home.
02 of Rustic Charm With Boho Accents
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Couple warm wood rustic charm with boho accents with this living room styled with a neutral couch layered with accent pillows facing a warm wood floating mantel. A dark blue shiplap fireplace column and rattan accents layered on a textured area rug with dark blue drapes harmonize for a boho-inspired atmosphere.
03 of Nature-inspired Modern Aesthetic
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Embrace nature with modern appeal with this farmhouse living room designed with large black-framed windows with neutral drapes. Harmonize with soft neutral walls and bask in natural light for a nature-inspired look.
04 of Minimalist Aesthetic With Warm Farmhouse Charm
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This living room showcases a relaxing atmosphere with warm furnishings and textures. Keep with the aesthetic and bring in farmhouse charm by adorning white floating shelves with tasteful décor and framing windows with neutral drapes. Soft white walls and a white textured area rug on warm wood flooring provide a welcoming contrast for a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere.
05 of Warm Tones and Nature-inspired Drapes for Living Room
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Warm tones and nature-inspired accents fill this luscious living room with grounding green and warm brown tones. Create a focal point with a gallery wall and frame with windows dressed in brown drapes. Embrace the comforting vibes with carefully placed greenery and rattan accents for an exquisite retreat.
06 of Homespun Design With Autumn Décor
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This farmhouse living room is styled with fall colors and warm tones. Focus the space by dressing windows in autumn drapes paired with simple rustic accents. Bring the space together with light gray walls and soft light for an autumn-inspired experience.
07 of Elegant Simplicity With Modern Accents
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Experience elegant simplicity with this modern minimalist fireplace showcasing a white mantel draped with light wood beads and adorned with carefully placed greenery. Enhance and complement with soft white walls and dress a window with white drapes to blend the space. Add warm wood flooring and a contemporary lamp for modern appeal.
08 of Simple Elegance With Boho Accents
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Embrace simple elegance with a boho vibe with this sitting area styled with white chairs flanking a light wood side table. Blend in boho accents with wicker shades and a textured area rug and carefully placed greenery for a unified space. Create a soft contrast with white walls and frame windows with white drapes for an inspiring tranquil atmosphere.
09 of Farmhouse Charm With Rattan Accents
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Couple boho-inspired accents with farmhouse charm and warm tones in this living room styled with a wicker egg chair and plush ottoman. A round glass-top coffee table rests. near a white brick fireplace in the center of the room. Continue the calming atmosphere with farmhouse décor and greenery paired with rattan accents. A plush area rug on dark flooring grounds the space and soft white walls harmonize with a relaxing appeal.
10 of Comfort With Warm Tones and Festive Accents
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Comfort with warm tones and visual balance with this charming farmhouse living room styled with warm tones, tastefully rustic décor, and festive greenery. Enhance the space with the warm glow of candlelight for a sophisticated aura. Soft white walls provide a soft contrast and warm flooring ties the space together for a cozy festive retreat.
11 of Texture and Contrast With Minimalist Aesthetic
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Allow texture and contrast to be your guide with minimalistic aesthetics featuring this sitting area designed with matching neutral chairs with gray accent pillows. Incorporate texture by draping the chairs with blankets and carefully placing greenery in an antique vase. Blend the space with light gray walls and soft light from a window dressed in gray window treatments and balance with warm flooring for a harmonized aesthetic.
12 of Moody Blues With Bright Walls and Bold Accents
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Deep, moody blues and dramatic accents create an intimate and sophisticated atmosphere. The bold navy drapes complement perfectly with the deep brown accents. Mixed with vintage and modern pieces, it creates a timeless look.
13 of Balance With Texture and Simplicity
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Feel the balance of texture and simplicity with this farmhouse living room styled with warm tones and tasteful accents. Enhance the pleasing atmosphere and focus the space with a white shiplap mantel embellished with charming décor and colorful florals. Window dressed in warm patterned drapes and neutral walls complements the space and warm wood flooring unifies for a cozy, welcoming design.
14 of Artistic Elegance in Elevating Living Room
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This elegant living room is designed with soft tones and antique décor. Play with texture and framing by incorporating vintage accents paired and textured drapes and framed artwork. Harmonize with soft white walls and light wood flooring for a truly unique and art-inspired atmosphere.
15 of Farmhouse Charm With Festive Décor
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Celebrate the joy of the season and embrace farmhouse charm in this cozy living room designed with neutral and warm tones and accented with greenery and festive décor. Focus the space by framing a window with neutral drapes and elevate the festive vibes with a natural pine potted in a rattan pot. Soft white walls and neutral carpeting bring the space together for a cozy and inspired festive season.
16 of Airy and Modern Drapes for Living Room
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Escape into bliss with this airy living room designed with a neutral couch layered with coordinating accent pillows and light wood accents. Blend with neutral walls, white drapes, and carefully placed greenery and rattan décor. Balance with a gray area rug layered on dark wood flooring for an inspired atmosphere.
17 of Harmonize With Texture and White Drapes
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This monochromatic living room showcases a white couch and a matching love seat. Provide a contrast with texture by framing a window with white drapes, accent pillows, and cheerful greenery. Harmonize with soft white walls and a neutral area rug for a mesmerizing aura.
18 of English Country With Farmhouse Charm
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Combine English country elements with modern farmhouse charm as featured in this living room showcasing a dark couch facing a round brass coffee table. Enhance the cozy space with delicate cottage-style accents and white shelves with tasteful décor. Frame a large bay window with neural drapes to create a focal point and blend with soft white walls and an area rug to harmonize the space.
19 of Patterned Drapes for Living Room Design
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Couple modern patterns with farmhouse charm in this living room featuring blue and white accents with a pop of yellow. Blue abstract pattern drapes capture modern elements and warm wood flooring grounds the space. Harmonize the space with rustic and modern accents for a balanced aesthetic.
20 of Elegant Monochromatic Living Room
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Discover the charm of an elegant monochromatic farmhouse living room styled with a neutral palette and soft furnishings. Complement the space by adding texture with a vehicle shiplap wall framing a large window dressed in elegant drapes. Tasteful vintage accents and a chandelier balance for an inspired design.
21 of Neutral Palette for Mesmerizing Appeal
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Play with neutral colors and embrace minimalist aesthetics with this elegant modern living room designed with a neutral palette and warm tones. Enhance and keep with the modern aesthetic with carefully placed accents of greenery and a neutral three-tier chandelier. A textured area rug layered on light wood flooring adds visual interest and windows framed with white sheer curtains tie the space together with a soft and mesmerizing appeal.
22 of Monochromatic Farmhouse Charm
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Delight in a monochromatic color palette with farmhouse charm as showcased in this living room styled with soft colors and paired with light wood accents. Elevate the space with carefully placed greenery, rattan accents, and soft textures. Harmonize with soft white walls and layer a neutral area rug on warm wood flooring for a unified and cozy appeal.
23 of Simplicity With Minimalist Elegance
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Visualize simplicity with minimalist elegance featuring this living room styled with neutral furnishings and soft colors. Keep with the aesthetic with minimal accents and carefully placed greenery, and frame a window with neutral curtains to create a focal point. Blend the space with gray walls and ground with light wood flooring for a balanced aesthetic.
24 of Balance With Warm Tones and a Neutral Palette
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The warm tones and neutral palette featured in this farmhouse living room are elevated with neutral furnishings paired with warm patterns. Complete the comforting space through aesthetically pleasing accents and soft lighting from windows dressed in coordinating drapes. Complement with soft white walls and light wood flooring for a balanced and relaxing appeal.
25 of Minimalist Aesthetics With Texture and Contrast
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Allow texture and neutral colors to work together for a minimalist aesthetic featured in this living featuring styled with warm tones and rustic accents. Keep with the aesthetic with carefully placed décor and bring in texture with rattan furnishings and coordinating accent pillows.
26 of Scandinavian Farmhouse With Airy Fabrics
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A free-spirited living room with a neutral palette and cozy textures creates a warm and inviting family space. The pleated, beige drapes accentuate the wide windows that welcome the beauty of nature indoors.
27 of Warm Tones and Rustic Charm
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Discover the comfort of warm tones and rustic farmhouse charm with this bedroom styled with warm bedding paired with rustic furnishings and tasteful textures. Natural light from windows dressed in neutral drapes and carefully placed greenery complement the space. Bring the space together with a textured area rug and warm flooring for a homespun retreat.
28 of Harmonize With Soft Gray Tones
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Delight in elegant simplicity with this minimalist living room styled with soft gray tones and light wood accents. Incorporate complementary décor and textures for a mesmerizing aura. Soft gray walls and windows framed with white drapes, and a textured area rug harmonize the space.
29 of Farmhouse Décor for Living Room Corners
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Large whitewashed farmhouse letters and a floral wreath hang on the wall of a living room corner next to a white tobacco basket. Two windows with beige curtains hanging from black rods and rings illuminate the room. Two gray couches sit under each window and both are adorned with farmhouse accent pillows. A small white stand sits by one couch and holds a white lamp, a farmhouse calendar, and a small plant. A basket sits in the corner displaying a white throw and another accent pillow.
30 of Cottage Decorating Living Room Ideas
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This delightful cottage-inspired living room is decorated with a white couch accessorized with accent pillows and draped with a white knitted blanket paired with matching armchairs arranged around a rustic wooden coffee table. White pillar and taper candles adorn the rustic coffee table and a white textured area rug defines the space. Farmhouse cottage-inspired décor adorns a neutral wall above the couch and a large window fitted with blinds and dressed with neutral drapes fills the room with bright natural light. A warm wood floating mantel mounted on a rustic shiplap wall is adorned with farmhouse décor and the warm glow of a smoldering fire is contained below. Warm wood flooring runs throughout.
