Modern interior decorating is all the rage
right now, and it creates a look that fits almost any design aesthetic.
Its minimalist fashion, sleek lines and basic concepts give it the
appearance of high-line fashion without the high-line price tag. The
modern look is inherently clean-looking, with simple designs and basic
colors. With modern patterns, your home will look fresh and well
put-together. Here are a few easy ways to make your window treatment
patterns reflect your style as a modern decorator.
Curtains
Modern curtains should have straight lines. They give the feeling of industrial symmetry and cleanliness, a prominent feature in modern design. For an orderly effect, look for solid fabrics, such as micro-suede. To add shimmer to the room, choose a satin or silk treatment instead. Always keep your curtains within the same color palette as the walls, so that the look is soothing and not too shocking. Particularly if you are aiming for a clean and symmetrical look, you should make your curtains all the same color, or at least the same pattern. Anything too different from the rest of the room will make the treatment stand out in a bad way.Minimalism
The concept of ease and minimalism is common for modern designers, mainly due to the simplicity of the designs and the understated power in its strong lines. If you have molding around your window or if you are a minimalist, then curtains may not work in your room. Shades made of bamboo or grass will add a natural element to the space, are relatively inexpensive and give the room texture without cluttering. Roman shades made out of fabric are a contemporary alternative to metal. Shoji, a rice paper-covered wooden frame, is also growing in popularity. A shoji adds a focal point to any room, and the screens can slide back and forth across the window. The rice paper has the added bonus of privacy, while still allowing in light.Colors
Modern design has two arms: contemporary and retro. The colors you choose play a large part in which look you achieve. Contemporary style uses neutral fabrics that bring in subtle texture to a space, like beige and white. Retro design focuses on brightly colored patterns that stand out against neutral walls. In essence, retro modern patterns become the focal point of any room. Depending on your style, you will have to choose the right colors and patterns for the areas you want to decorate. For the most part, if you want your treatments to blend in, then you should choose a contemporary design and stick to a soft color palette, such as beige or soft blues and greens. If you want your treatments to stand out, then choose a bold color stain, such as red and black stripes on a clean white background. You can avoid designs and stick with a solid color. The right solid color can add a retro effect without becoming overwhelming like some prints do.Hanging
A key element of modern window treatment patterns is in how you hang them. They don't need to have traditional rods, or a space-consuming valance. In fact, when it comes to modern decorating, less is always more. Taking down a valance will modernize any window treatment. You can try a cable system, which adds an industrial feel to your room, common in modern design. To do this, extend a cable from one bracket to the next, and then affix the curtains to the cable with metal clips. If you would like to add a more contemporary-modern feel to it, then instead try a bamboo rod to hang your curtains. Another option is using clip-on rings, which help add length to your existing window treatment; also, large metal rings will allow your curtains to easily open and close, an ease that defines modern design, which blends function and beauty.In the end, using modern window treatment patterns is all about finding the right combination of clean, sleek looks while staying true to your general decorating aesthetic. Modern design can use any color palette, whether bold or basic, so consider your options and choose what works best for you.