52 Living Room Curtain Ideas to Put a Finishing Touch on Any Space

Sheer Living Room Curtains

Sheer living room curtains will filter light and obscure views while allowing natural light to flow in. Desiree Burns Interiors hung a full wall of ceiling-height sheers to give this open-concept living room a cohesive feel.

Pinch Pleat Curtains

Pinch-pleat curtains will add an elegant feel to your living room windows. Studio Peake paired neutral curtains hung at ceiling height with bold yellow walls for a sophisticated look.

Linen Curtains and Shades

Matching window treatments will give your living room a polished and custom look. Mary Patton Design used an airy blue linen fabric to keep the curtains and matching shades from feeling too formal.

Pink Curtains

Curtains are an easy way to add color to your living room. Emily Henderson Design chose an unexpected pink that is matched on nearby window shades for a warm and casual feel.

Extra-Tall Curtains

If your living room is a great room with double-height ceilings, it can feel a little spooky at night without proper window treatments. Desiree Burns Interiors softened the wall of windows in this modern space with gray curtains that start at the ceiling and puddle on the floor.

Mixed Curtains and Shades

Mismatched curtains and window shades will create a more casual look. Dekay and Tate Interiors unified French door curtains and bay window Roman shades in shades of blue to unite them, but different patterns to give them each their own identity.

Layered Curtains

Layer patterned and sheer curtains to create dimension and options in front of a wall of living room windows. Marie Flanigan Interiors layered bold horizontal stripes in shades of beige on the outer edges with sheer curtains on the inside that complement natural wood trim.

Two-Tone Curtains

Accent your living room with two-tone curtains in contrasting colors for an eye-catching look. Louis Duncan-He Designs paired yellow and blue in this modern space.

Layered Vintage Curtains

Layer vintage curtains to give your living room a cozy boho-style feel. Lobster and Swan combined natural linen tablecloths and an antique linen and lace curtain that was rescued from a French château and sourced online. Use clip-on curtain hook rings to pin the curtains in a variety of ways.

Red Velvet Curtains

Match the wall color to the drapes for a formal and traditional feel. Marie Flanigan Interiors paired high-gloss red wall paint with red velvet drapes for a seamless mix that combines textures in this living room library.

French Door Curtains

A wall of French doors will give your living room a bright and airy feel in the daytime. Ensure that you have adequate privacy at night by installing a wall of curtains that can be gathered neatly between each door after dark, like this space from Becca Interiors.

Layered Curtains and Blinds

Layer curtains with window blinds to provide versatility when controlling light. Louis Duncan-He Designs paired solid gray curtains with adjustable blinds in this basement living room.

Bay Window Curtains

Complement a large bay window with enough wallspace above to hang a rod with curtains that are understated enough not to steal attention from this enviable feature. Kate Marker Interiors chose a soft neutral check pattern in this living room conversation area.

Grommet Curtains

Grommet curtains have a clean modern look and are easy to hang. Michelle Berwick Design chose a soft pistachio green to add a hint of color to this neutral modern living room.

Drapes With Shutters

Combine tall drapes with half-window shutters to give yourself options when it comes to adjusting privacy and light.

Studio Peake added painted wood shutters on the bottom of the window to block the view from the street of this London home. Floor-to-ceiling drapes frame the wall of windows when open and can be drawn closed at night when it's time to cocoon.

Decorative Curtain Trim

Update plain white curtains with decorative trim for a custom look. Kate Marker Interiors chose a Greek key pattern to complement this modern formal living room decorated in understated shades of gray and white.

Corner Curtain Panels

Layer window shades and corner curtain panels in a room with wrap-around windows. Whittney Parkinson Design chose natural woven shades that offer light control and privacy but disappear when not in use. L-shaped fixed curtain panels soften and define the edges of the u-shaped seating area.

Solid Green Curtains

Solid green curtains will define windows in a neutral space. Caitlin Higgins for Emily Henderson Design chose a deep forest green shade for contrast with pale walls and furnishings.

Bold Check Pattern

Add interest to your window treatments with a bold checkered pattern. Mary Patton Design matched curtains, shades, and window valances in a bold blue-and-white check that reads as both classic and modern.

Full Wall of Curtains

Hang a full wall of curtains to create an accent, dampen noise, or work around quirky angles. Studio Peake ran patterned curtains on the far wall of this London living room that follow the contours of the space.

Floor-Length Curtains

Run neutral curtains in a similar shade to the walls around the periphery of a living room with wrap-around windows. Kate Marker Interiors hung off-white curtains from slim black metal rods to echo the black grid windows that just kiss the floor for a tidy look.

Window Seat Curtains

A window seat is a bonus in any living room. Hang curtains with an outside mount on the wall that can be drawn as needed to keep the window from looking cluttered. Studio Peake chose a subtle pattern to complement the mixed textiles in this cozy English living room.

Puddled Curtains

Neutral curtains that slightly puddle on the floor will create an elegant look in a wood-paneled living room. Marie Flanigan Interiors paired cream drapes hung on brass rods that complement this elegant New York City apartment living room.

Colorful Patterned Curtains

If you have enough space to hang curtains on the windows of your window seat, choose a bold pattern. Studio Peake chose a colorful fabric with bold graphics that rests on the window seat cushion for a cozy feel.

Bow Window Curtains

Hang curtains from curved rods to follow the curves of traditional bow windows. Desiree Burns Interiors hung the curtains at the bottom edge of traditional moldings in this Boston brownstone renovation.

Window Valances

Traditional window valances are less common these days and can look old-fashioned if they are too fussy or frilly. Studio Peake modernized these living room valances with patterned fabric that both complements and complements the wallpaper and textiles on the couch.

Sheer Beige Curtains

Sheer curtains don't have to be white. Louis Duncan-He Designs complemented tan wall paint with sheer beige curtains in this modern living room.

Striped Curtains

When mixing patterns, look for small similarities that will help them to meld. In this living room from Studio Peake, striped curtains mimic the edging on the rug.

Semi-Opaque Curtains

Hang semi-opaque curtains that will provide a bit more privacy than sheers while maintaining a light and airy look. Marie Flanigan Interiors hung white semi-opaque curtains from the top of a wall of windows and French doors in this spacious living room.

Dip-Dyed Curtains

Dip-dyed curtains will add a playful feel to your living room decor. K+Co. Living chose white and shades of blue to match the coastal palette of this modern space.

Tie-Back Curtains

Work around radiators or fireplaces with simple tie-back curtains. Emilie Fournet Interiors added a single curtain panel on each far end of a pair of windows in this London flat, tying them back to keep them from touching the radiators while softly framing the fireplace wall.

Sheer and Velvet Curtains

Layer heavy velvet drapes and lightweight sheers for a high-contrast look with options for light and privacy control, like this basement living room from Forbes + Masters. Hanging sheers at ceiling height can help to camouflage small high basement windows without blocking natural light.

Glass Wall Curtains

Many modern apartment buildings have floor-to-ceiling windows that maximize natural light and views. Interior designer Alvin Wayne installed simple floor-to-ceiling curtains that can be drawn when you want to minimize the fish bowl effect and are less expensive than custom shades or blinds.

Medium Blue Curtains

Soothing blue curtains can work with any style from traditional to modern. Britt Design Studio made this neutral transitional living room feel more elegant with medium blue curtains for a soft cool-toned color accent.

Angled Curtains

Hang curtains to make a room with angled windows feel more integrated. Marie Flanigan Interiors hung pinch pleat sheer white curtains on a black rod that reveal a covered patio on the other side.

Graphic Curtains

Curtains in a graphic black-and-white pattern can add dimension to your living room. Mary Patton Design paired staggered stripe curtains with pitch black walls to create a dynamic feel in this moody space.

Zigzag Patterned Curtains

In a maximalist living room, mix and match patterns with abandon. Studio Peake chose zigzag patterned curtains edged in red that stand up to the multitude of patterns and colors in this eclectic London space.

Arched Window Curtains

If your living room contains a large arched window that occupies a whole wall, it can be hard to know how to add window dressing. Interior designer Alvin Wayne hung simple white curtains at ceiling height that don't obscure the shape of the windows and are easy to whisk closed for privacy.

Brown Curtains

Solid curtains in an earthy shade of brown will help to ground an all-white space. Forbes + Masters chose a soft cocoa color that complements darker flooring and a sculptural leather armchair in this Nashville space.

Black-and-White Curtains

Mix high-gloss navy walls with white-and-black printed curtains for a stylish mix. Mary Patton Design added contrast with camel leather armchairs, wood slice nesting tables, and woven canvas sculptures for an eclectic feel.

Tonal Living Room Curtains

Complement a tonal blue-green living room color palette with solid curtains. Marie Flanigan Interiors chose a darker blue-green that echoes the sofa and the rug, varying lighter shades throughout the room.

Floral Curtains

Add color to a neutral living room with colorful floral curtains. K Shan Design chose a semi-sheer fabric that allows light to filter through when the curtains are drawn.

Contrasting Curtains

Pair light-colored curtains with dark wall paint for a high-contrast look. Kate Marker Interiors paired saturated navy walls with soft white curtains with a slight check pattern in this modern space.

Solid Navy Curtains

Use dark curtains to add contrast to a white-walled space. Marie Flanigan Interiors paired white walls with navy curtains to add a hint of color and a bold contrast that grounds this airy space.

Earth-Tone Curtains

Earth-toned shades will give your living room a calming feel. Becca Interiors dressed the windows of this sepia-toned space with semi-sheer curtains in a dark shade of beige that complements the overall palette.

Cottage Living Room Curtains

Decorate a cottage-style living room with floral curtains. Limit the color palette or choose an abstract pattern for a more modern feel, like this space from Ursula Carmona of Home Made By Carmona.

Stealth Curtains

Hang lightweight white curtains that will disappear against white walls for a functional and minimalist option. White curtains hung from black rods that echo the wall of grid glass doors virtually disappear in this monochromatic living room from Marie Flanigan Interiors.

Linen Curtains

Lightweight curtains in a natural fabric like linen or hemp will create a casual and effortless feel. Yael Weiss Interiors used a warm neutral palette to give this New York City living room a relaxed atmosphere.

Middle-Tied Back Curtains

Tie a single curtain panel in the middle for a casual twist on tie-back styles if your living room doesn't need much in the way of light or privacy control. Arbor & Co. chose a sheer dark blue-green style to contrast with white walls and window trim for a decorative look.

Single Curtain Panel

Use a single curtain panel to soften a wall of windows, mitigate glare, or create a cozier feel, like this living room from Louis Duncan-He Designs.

Black-Out Curtains

Brighten your living room with bright yellow curtains that will conjure the sun on the cloudiest of days. Casa Watkins Living paired buttercup yellow curtains with teal walls in this boho-style space.

Wide Horizontal Stripes

Wide horizontal stripes will make a smaller window seem bigger. Choose a color scheme that works with the rest of your living room for a coordinated look.