Awkward window solutions

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One of my favorite house qualities is a room full of windows that let in lots of natural light—it can literally brighten your day. In reality, most homes or apartments have a mixture of rooms where some are brighter with more light and some are, well, not so bright. Our main living rooms in our new…

Emily Henderson Corner Window

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Every home has that awkward window — one that you avoid outfitting because you’re not quite sure what the best solution is. That’s where we come in! Our design team has seen it all and has recommendations for any awkward window, including the arch, bay window or patio doors!

PS makes wellness more accessible through real-life stories, first-person perspectives, and expert-backed information. Our staff of journalists and subject-matter experts research, report, and produce articles, videos, and social content that help people feel good about their well-being choices, no matter what they are. Via our core verticals — Health, Fitness, Beauty, Balance, Identity, and Shopping — we help our audience proceed with confidence.

What to do when your windows are awkwardly distant from the ceiling? Camouflage them with blinds or roman shades. Hanging blinds above the window sill, flushing them with the drapery rods creates the illusion that the window itself is actually taller than they actually are. So instead of hanging your blinds the traditional way, go high above the window itself. Here is an example of very low and short windows being made to look higher and taller. This trick is not exclusive to low hanging…