Tips for choosing

Several features for decorating a kitchen with a balcony door:

  • You need to choose practical and convenient cornices, they should not interfere with the free functioning of the balcony door.
  • Among the fastening mechanisms, it is better to give preference to eyelets or fastening to the window sash, so we can avoid constantly torn curtains.
  • It is advisable to use curtains made of fabrics that absorb odors and collect dust as little as possible, as well as materials that are easy to clean. Namely, synthetic or semi-synthetic materials.
  • For small rooms, you should not use curtains made of dense materials of dark shades, since the kitchen should always have a flow of natural light.
  • In addition to practicality and durability, do not forget about the style of the room – it is important to maintain the style when decorating the window.

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What curtains hang?

A large number of curtain options can inspire new original experiments in design. However, do not forget about the features of the room and the nuances of window decoration.

Roman

The most popular and universal way to decorate a window with an exit to the balcony is Roman blinds. They have a fairly compact appearance due to the ability to adjust the height. This option will easily ensure the free functioning of the balcony structure and decorate the door and window in the kitchen.

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The photo shows roman blinds in a kitchen with a balcony in combination with curtains, decorated in the same style.

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Roller

Multifunctional roller blinds are perfect for such asymmetrical balcony openings, they allow not only to conveniently open and close the door, but also significantly save space in the room and protect it from sunlight, which is especially important for kitchens with windows facing the south side.

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The photo shows a bright kitchen interior with roller blinds on the windows.

Blinds

Reliable, practical, compact and stylish. For greater convenience, the blinds can be hung separately on the window and door sash.

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Curtains

Classic curtains are most often used in more spacious kitchens. They are a modern and worthy option for decorating and can create additional coziness in the room.

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The photo shows a spacious kitchen with brown curtains that are matched in the same tones as the textiles.

Curtains

Light curtains made of tulle, organza, veil and other fabrics are often used to decorate the exit to the balcony. Airy curtains do not overload the space, let in sunlight well and go well with many interior styles.

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In the photo, tulle with grabs looks stylish and functional, allowing you to comfortably free the passage to the balcony.

Thread

With its lightness, muslin brings a charming and pleasant atmosphere to the interior. This type of decor allows you to achieve the most fashionable effect.

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The photo shows thread curtains in combination with jacquard curtains. This option for decorating the door to the balcony will give the kitchen a stylish and complete look.

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Color scheme

The choice of color scheme plays an important role in the design, it can help to correctly place accents in the room and make the interior bright and original.

  • White. This color will be appropriate in kitchens with a small balcony opening. It will create a visual effect of a large space and add air and light to the room.
  • Beige. A practical color that brings a feeling of warmth and comfort to any room.
  • Pink. It has calming properties, gives a sense of peace and a positive attitude. Pink color helps to increase appetite.
  • Blue. In the kitchen interior, blue looks original. It calms, pacifies and at the same time excites.
  • Green. Gives the room a fresh, spontaneous, but at the same time impeccably stylish look.
  • Lilac. Visually expands the space, lifts the mood and creates a festive atmosphere in the kitchen.

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In the photo, beige curtains in the kitchen in a modern classic style allow you to conveniently organize the design of the window with a balcony door. Two separate structures are easily adjusted in height and provide passage to the balcony without any difficulties.

Ideas in different styles

When choosing curtains, special attention is paid to the style of the room.

  • Provence. Simple striped curtains, checkered curtains or curtains with delicate and unobtrusive flower patterns will become the main decoration of the kitchen in the Provence style.
  • Classic. Long classic curtains in subdued shades that will match the walls and antique furniture will suit this style.
  • Modern. Strict blinds, roller blinds or laconic monochromatic curtain options in a modern style will look especially appropriate. Clear lines and rectangular shapes will help to unload the room and make it interesting and stylish.
  • Country. Bright curtains with large or small prints, decorated with ruffles or frills look great here. The main thing in this style is not to overdo it with excessive splendor.

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The photo shows yellow curtains in the interior of a modern kitchen.

Design and pattern

You need to choose the pattern wisely, since the pattern on the curtains can emphasize the main style of the kitchen.

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  • Geometry. Curtains in stripes or with geometric circles look laconic and very stylish and delight with their aesthetic simplicity.
  • Abstraction. This print can change the entire structure of the space and create expressive focal points in it.
  • Ornaments and patterns. Curtains with such patterns make the room more lively and dynamic and give it its own unique character.
  • Flowers and vegetation. They refresh the decor and add a new dimension to the interior.

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Short curtains will be especially appropriate if the window sill plays a functional role or if the window is often opened and closed. This solution will help save kitchen space.

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In the photo, short curtains in the kitchen are harmoniously combined with long ones, which gives the kitchen an original look.

Floor-length curtains will allow you to beautifully decorate a balcony opening of any configuration, combine it into a single composition and hide the flaws. In addition, long curtains will visually raise the ceiling in the kitchen.

long curtains on the balcony opening in the kitchen

The photo shows a window with a balcony door, decorated with long light curtains and tulle.

Decoration ideas

Thanks to the different decor of the curtains, the interior acquires an even more individual style.

  • Grabbacks. Wonderfully emphasize the curtain structure on the cornice and give it a non-trivial look.
  • Lambrequins. They will become the main highlight of the kitchen window interior. They will attract attention and emphasize the thoughtfulness of the balcony door.

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