1. Choose Light, Airy Fabrics

Avoid heavy materials that dominate a space. Instead, go for sheer or semi-sheer curtains in lightweight fabrics like linen, cotton voile, or poly-blend sheers. These materials allow light to filter in, which helps expand the feel of the room.

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2. Hang Curtains Higher and Wider

To make a window—and the entire room—look bigger, mount your curtain rod closer to the ceiling and extend it beyond the window frame. This optical trick elongates the wall and creates the illusion of height and width.

3. Stick with Neutral or Monochrome Tones

White, beige, pale gray, and blush tones reflect light and make the room feel airy. Matching your curtain color with the wall color blends the window treatment into the background, avoiding visual clutter.

4. Use Curtains as Room Dividers

Curtains can do more than cover windows—they can divide a studio apartment into functional zones without the need for bulky room dividers. Use ceiling-mounted curtain tracks to separate a sleeping nook or office corner.

5. Try Mirrored or Metallic Curtain Hardware

Even the smallest details make a difference in small spaces. Shiny or metallic rods reflect light and keep the overall look light and cohesive.

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