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Decking Out Your Window Seat

Window seats are a versatile feature that can have any aesthetic you like, from cozy to chic. The trick to creating a window seat that beckons you to enjoy the space is coordinating it with the surrounding décor while also allowing it to stand out. Amazing Blinds & Shutters has many great ideas for decking out your window seat, and we’re excited to share them.

A window seat with a dining setup at Amazing Blinds & Shutters near Amarillo, Texas (TX)

Styling Bay Window Seats

Solid chairs and benches have their purpose, but a plush window seat is far more inviting. Ensure your window seat has layers of texture, like fluffy cushions, overstuffed accent pillows, and nubby throw blankets. You can install track lighting or sconces so people can enjoy the space even after the sun goes down. Make the space extra enticing by placing a small table with some reading material at one end of the seat. Large potted plants or trees are a relaxing, refreshing addition to your window seat if space allows.

Window Seat Window Treatments

A window seat becomes much less welcoming if you experience a blinding glare and zero privacy when you sit there. We recommend using fabric window coverings, like Roman or cellular shades, to enhance the comforting vibe of the window seat. Duette® Cellular Shades and Vignette® Roman Shades can have an opaque liner and sheer front shade with the Duolite® feature; both shades are also available in the top-down/bottom-up design for increased light control and privacy. Try hanging drapes in front of the window seat to create a private nook perfect for kids to read or do homework.

Window seats in kitchens are excellent candidates for NewStyle® Composite Shutters. They are moisture-resistant and easy to clean. Café-style shutters look fantastic in breakfast nooks. They provide privacy while allowing in the natural light that helps motivate you for the day ahead. If privacy and light control are not concerns, a cornice or valance by itself will add structure and depth to the window without taking up space or blocking the view outside.

Increase Storage Around Picture Windows

You can never have too much storage, and the space around a picture window is an excellent place to incorporate more. If your window seat is a freestanding bench, you can place storage baskets underneath or choose a bench that opens to storage space inside. For homeowners adding a built-in window seat, adding shelving on the sides of the window offers a place to display souvenirs, plants, or your favorite books.

Picture Windows Ideas Near Amarillo, Texas

Let the friendly team at Amazing Blinds & Shutters help you deck your window seat out in style. We are the community’s leading Hunter Douglas dealer, offering motorized window coverings, including PowerView® Automation and SoftTouch® Motorization. Amazing Blinds & Shutters also offers professional measuring and installation services.

Please take a look at our portfolio for design inspiration, and then contact us to schedule a complimentary consultation. Amazing Blinds & Shutters is happy to serve the Texas Panhandle, including Amarillo, Canyon, and beyond.