At Interior Views Design Center, our experts know that window treatment selection is an art and a science. Case in point: The right window coverings make rooms feel larger and elevate their design appeal. But how is that done? We leverage three fundamental interior design principles to create visual magic in tight quarters.

Small Window Treatments That Create the Illusion of Space

Natural light is the most powerful tool for opening up cramped areas, so make the most of it. Light colors bounce natural light deeper into the space, amplifying its brightening effect. Therefore, the strategic placement of translucent materials near windows allows maximum daylight penetration throughout the day. That continuity tricks the eye into perceiving expanded boundaries.

Sheer shades filter glare and UV rays and create bright, airy atmospheres that make walls appear to recede. These lightweight fabrics diffuse incoming rays, creating soft, even illumination that eliminates dark corners.

Small Window Treatments That Use Line to Expand Rooms

Designer Banded Shades are ideal window shades for small dining rooms; they have horizontal lines that naturally widen narrow spaces through optical illusion. The alternating fabric bands create patterns that guide the eye across walls, making rooms appear broader than their actual dimensions.

We recommend this style (also called zebra shades) for clients who want rooms to appear wider. The right shutters do the same thing: The clean, straight slats create strong horizontal elements that draw the eye from side to side.

Small Window Treatments That Maximize Scale Principles

This third element, scale, concerns relationships between window treatment sizes and room dimensions. You don't want to throw things off with inappropriately matched window coverings—small ones feel confining, while larger ones are overwhelming. Instead, choose treatments with proportional elements that complement the space.

Roman blinds in neutral tones fold up when raised, taking up minimal visual space. Their flat profile creates clean lines that don't protrude into the room, making the area feel more open.

Choosing the Right Treatment for Each Small Space

These guidelines will help you select the best small window treatments for your home:

• Window treatments for small bathroom window installations should withstand heat and humidity. Composite shutters are a good choice; they resist moisture and heat. Their smooth surfaces reflect light back into the space, brightening the smallest bathrooms.
• For bedrooms, we like streamlined roller shades in opaque fabrics that offer excellent room-darkening effects.
• Window shades for small dining rooms should maximize natural light during meals and offer flexibility for evening ambiance. Cellular shades with top-down/bottom-up operation protect eye-level privacy while drawing in light from above.
• Small offices benefit from window treatments that redirect sunlight. Horizontal blinds with narrow slats are ideal for that.

We Have the Small Window Treatments You're Looking For

Our talented team members apply interior design principles that maximize small rooms through strategic window covering selection. The right styles can completely change how your small spaces look and feel; quality materials promise durability. We serve clients in Manasquan, Wall, Spring Lake, Sea Girt, Avon, Brick Township, Farmingdale, Bay Head, Point Pleasant, Mantoloking, Lavallette, Seaside Park, Northern Ocean County, and Monmouth County, NJ. Visit our showroom or contact us for a consultation.