{"id":22862,"date":"2023-10-20T13:42:00","date_gmt":"2023-10-20T13:42:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/\/?p=22862"},"modified":"2026-03-10T11:04:11","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T11:04:11","slug":"how-interior-designers-choose-curtains-for-interiors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/how-interior-designers-choose-curtains-for-interiors\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose Curtains – Secret Guide by Interior Designers"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Learn<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Curtains are lightweight fabrics designed to cover windows, while draperies are heavier, often lined materials that provide enhanced insulation and light control. Though selecting them might seem as simple as matching colors with the walls, studies by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) show that medium-colored drapes with white backings can reduce heat gain by up to 33% in summer and prevent up to 10% of heat loss in winter, making them an essential element for both aesthetics and energy efficiency.<\/p>\n

Factors such as fabric thickness, curtain length, and placement significantly impact lighting, ambiance, and mood. Research by Cornell University found that natural light exposure can increase productivity by 23% and reduce eyestrain by 51%, making window treatments crucial for spaces like home offices.<\/p>\n

Similarly, in bedrooms, optimal light control plays a key role in sleep quality, as studies from Harvard Medical School indicate that excessive artificial light at night can suppress melatonin production by up to 50%, disrupting sleep cycles.<\/p>\n

With the help of interior design software – you can experiment with different curtain styles<\/a>, fabrics, and placements to visualize how they affect natural light and the overall aesthetic of a space. Since a significant portion of daylight enters through the upper part of a window, selecting the right window treatments is essential for balancing light, privacy, and energy efficiency.<\/p>\n

Walk with us as we explore how to choose the perfect curtains, what to expect, and how to select the right treatments for different rooms, whether it’s your living room, bedroom, kitchen, or nursery.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Assessing Client Needs for Curtains<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

The type and place your client wants to hang the curtains determines the properties the curtains will have, and it\u2019s important to reverse engineer the process and start from what goals your client wants to meet.<\/span><\/p>\n

The following are a few questions that can narrow down their choices and help you arrive at a suitable shortlist of options:<\/span><\/p>\n