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One of the window treatment trends 2024 are these floor-to-ceiling pinch pleat drapes hanging in a well-lit living room
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March 13, 2024

9 Window Treatment Trends 2024 to Enhance Your Home

If you’re looking for new window treatments for your home, a good place to start is looking at the latest trends. Window treatment trends 2024 offer a lot of variety from highly textured materials to inviting earthy colors and simple sheers to luxurious layers. While trends offer great ideas for your space, in the end, it’s less about choosing trends for the sake of trends and instead focusing on window treatments that reflect your personal style and meet your functionality needs. In this way, you’ll make choices that you’ll love for years to come, regardless of changing trends.

Discover the window treatment trends of 2024, curated by our product and design experts, to get ideas for your interior and find the perfect style and functionality for your new window treatments.

1. Textured Solids for Tactile Experiences

A closer look at one of the window treatment trends 2024, highly textured material like this Upton in Pebble weave close-up

Window treatment trends often grow out of larger interior design trends, and texture solids are no exception. Interior design has been focusing on the incorporation of tactile experiences by using highly textured materials in furniture and décor. When it comes to window treatments, textured solid options span across many different styles of window treatments, from Roller and Solar Shades to Roman Shades to Drapery.

Choosing textured solids is an impactful way to add depth and interest to a room, without relying on the complexity of patterns. Textured materials also contribute to a tactile experience that you can enjoy each time you open and close your window treatments.

Discover examples of highly textured fabrics to see how they lend depth and dimension to various spaces.

From The Shade Store Experts

Textured solids are not only inviting to touch, but they add visual complexity to your room that enhances design dimension. Their visual subtly makes them highly versatile and suitable for a range of aesthetic styles from traditional to contemporary.

2. Earthy Tones for a Rich, Grounded Design

Earthy tones for a rich, grounded design are one of the window treatment trends 2024, including these Flat Roman Shades
Pictured: Flat Roman Shades, Grassweave in Hemp, design by Becky Shea, photography by Jake Shea

Earthy colors inspired by the outdoors, like moss green, sky blue, forest brown, stony greys and terracotta are a popular choice not only for window treatment trends in 2024, but interior design as a whole. Their popularity is primarily thanks to how comforting and soothing they are. Being out in nature is a calming, stress-relieving experience, so using nature-inspired colors for your window treatments and interior décor brings that sense of calmness and serenity indoors.

Explore Earthy Tones

Capture the beauty of nature in your interior with these beautiful earthy tones inspired by window treatment trends in 2024.

From The Shade Store Experts

Earthy tones are popular in window treatment trends for 2024, as they’re richly saturated and deliver a soothing look and feel. Make sure to choose colors and designs that truly speak to you and meet your functionality needs, so you invest in window treatments you’ll love for years to come.

3. Warm, Light Neutrals for an Inviting, Cozy Feel

One of the colorful window treatment trends 2024 is the use of warm, light neutrals seen on these living room drapes
Pictured: Tailored Pleat Drapery, Victoria Hagan, Lily in Buff, design by Victoria Hagan

Prefer a more subtle homage to nature’s palette? Another one of the colorful window treatments trends of 2024 is the use of warm, light neutrals like ivory, beige and tans. These warm neutrals are bright and inviting and convey a sense of peace and comfort. Plus, they pair well with any of the earthy tones above.

Explore Warm, Light Neutrals

Create a cozy, inviting atmosphere with warm neutral tones for your window treatments and other furnishings.

From The Shade Store Experts

Warm neutrals are some of the most versatile colors in window treatment trends for 2024 that you can choose. They come in a wide variety of tones and saturations so you can always find a color that suits your existing design. Plus, their warm undertones effortlessly add a sense of comfort to any space so you can easily warm up any room in your home.

4. Woven Textures for an Organic Element

One of the window treatment trends 2024 is the use of woven textiles seen on these Waterfall Woven Wood Shades in a sunroom
Pictured: Waterfall Woven Wood Shades, Artisan Weaves, Coastline in Oat, design by James Huniford

Woven textiles are another one of the window treatment trends 2024 to watch out for. Woven Wood Shades are made from natural fibers like bamboo, grasses, and reeds. They add a natural, organic element to your space — as well as a sense of warmth with their nature-inspired, wood-toned hues. These woven shades also beautifully complement the window treatment trends of earthy and warm neutral colors.

Explore our Woven Wood Shade collections to find the perfect color and texture for your space.

One of the window treatment trends 2024 is the use of artisan weaves seen on these Woven Wood Shades in a dining room

Artisan Weaves

The Artisan Weaves collection is made from natural fibers like bamboo, grasses and reeds. Across the materials available, you’ll find a wide range of textures, from coarse and rustic to smooth and soft, all with a handmade, artisanal quality. Artisan Weaves materials are only available for Waterfall and Standard styles of Woven Wood Shades.

Pictured: Waterfall Woven Wood Shade, Artisan Weaves, Somerset in Cloud, design by Erin Fetherston

One of the window treatment trends 2024 is the use of natural fibers seen on these Flat Roman Shades in a bedroom

Naturals

Made from natural fibers like jute and paper mixed with synthetic materials like polyester, the Naturals collection offers a variety of woven textures and nature-inspired colors. Thanks to the incorporation of synthetic materials that help strengthen the fibers, the Naturals collection is available for all types of Woven Wood Shades, including Woven Roller Shades.

Pictured: Flat Roman Shades, Grassweave in Hemp, design by Becky Shea, photography by Jake Shea

From The Shade Store Experts

Woven Wood Shades have been growing in popularity before being featured as one of the window treatments trends in 2024. Their popularity can be attributed to trending design styles that champion the use of natural materials and textures like the modern farmhouse movement sparked by Joanna Gaines. Plus, with an ever-increasing interest in sustainability, Woven Wood Shades beautifully complement an eco-friendly home.

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Keep an eye out for evolving window treatment trends in 2024 featuring Woven Wood Shades. For instance, new woven borders featuring new colors and textures will give you more options to add an extra layer of depth and dimension to your design.

5. Sheer Drapery to Soften Your Space

One of the window treatment trends 2024 is the use of sheer drapery seen on these Ripple Fold Drapes in a well-lit nursery
Pictured: Ripple Fold Drapery, Sheer Wool Blend in Cloud, design by Becky Shea, photography by Jake Shea

Nothing is quite as soft and inviting as sheer drapery. The gossamer sheers let sunlight filter through while softening the glare for a warm, inviting glow, making it no wonder they’re featured as one of the window treatment trends of 2024. Curtain sheers range in opaqueness from sheer to semi-sheer, which offers some variation in light and privacy control.

Explore several sheer materials to get a sense of your options and find the right fit for your space.

One of the window treatment trends 2024 is the use of luxe sheer linen as evinced by these swatches of different colors

luxe sheer linen

Soft and delicate with a fine woven texture that filters light, Luxe Sheer Linen is available in eight neutral warm and cool tones.

One of the window treatment trends 2024 is the use of Wool Challis as evinced by these swatches of different colors

wool challis

A luxurious 100% wool sheer, Wool Challis features a mix of dyed yarns for beautiful texture. Available in five neutral colors.

One of the window treatment trends 2024 is the use of Harbor Stripe as evinced by these swatches of different colors

harbor stripe

A linen blend with east-west stripes, Harbor Stripe offers a simple design with big visual impact. Available in four subtle colors.

From The Shade Store Experts

Sheer Drapery is a beautiful choice that softens any space for a comforting, inviting atmosphere. Just keep in mind when choosing sheers that they’re best used for rooms that don’t require privacy. If you do need privacy, consider layering your sheers with another layer of Drapery or Shades.

6. Layered Treatments for Versatility & Dimension

One of the window treatment trends 2024 is layering different styles as seen in this living room's drapery and shades
Pictured: Outer Layer: Ripple Fold Drapery, Linen in Natural and Flat Roman Shades, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, Sahara Stripe in Desert and Inner Layer: Solar Shades, 3% Thermo in Beige design by Everick Brown, photography by John Bessler

Layering window treatments may be featured on the list of window treatment trends for 2024, but interior designers have long known that layers increase functionality as well as aesthetics. By layering two or more window treatments, you enjoy greater light and privacy control, especially when you choose materials with different light filtration, such as light-filtering Solar Shades under a blackout-lined Roman Shade. Plus, the layered materials give your window depth and dimension with the different colors and textures.

See examples of inspiring layering combinations to spark your creativity.

Layering styles, one of the window treatment trends 2024, is seen in this bathroom's Waterfall Woven Shades over Wood Blinds

woven shades over wood blinds

Combine two nature-inspired designs with Wood Blinds under Woven Wood Shades. Blinds offer easy privacy and light control with their tiltable slats, while the shade offers another layer to cover any light seepage through the blinds ladder cords. The two natural textures of slats with wood grains and woven natural fibers in the shade complement each other and offer your space a warm, organic look.

Pictured: Outer Layer: Waterfall Woven Wood Shade, Artisan Weaves, Del Rey in Taupe and Inner Layer: Wood Blinds, 2-inch Bamboo in Black, design by Everick Brown, photography by John Bessler

drapery over shades

Drapery over Shades is a classic combination that offers excellent insulation, privacy control and light control. Drapery with blackout lining can be drawn over a blackout Shade, such as a Roller Shade, to block any slight seepage through the shade and create a room darkening effect ideal for sleep. Plus, the luxurious layers of the drapery add visual interest to the simple, chic shade design for a more dynamic aesthetic.

Pictured: Outer Layer: Tailored Pleat Drapery, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, Chinoiserie in Blush and Inner Layer: Roller Shades, Ava in Birchwood, design by Erin Fetherston

Layering styles, one of the window treatment trends 2024, is seen in this bedroom's Tailored Pleat Drapery and Roller Shades
Layering styles, one of the window treatment trends 2024, is seen in this dining room's two layers of Ripple Fold Drapery

layered curtains

Layered curtains typically include sheer, lighter-colored drapery on the inside layer closest to the window and heavier drapes in a darker color, with privacy or blackout lining as the outside layer. The effect is versatile light and privacy control as well as a beautiful softness in your design with lush layers of fabric. 

Pictured: Outer Layer: Ripple Fold DraperyRaw Silk in Graphite and Inner Layer: Ripple Fold DraperyLuxe Sheer Linen in Natural, design by Everick Brown, photography by John Bessler 

From The Shade Store Experts

Layering window treatments is highly practical and a great solution for a wide range of privacy and light control needs, from creating a blackout effect to reducing glare to creating a cozier, more intimate atmosphere. Plus, the visual effect of layers does wonders for improving your room’s design dimension, for a more pleasing aesthetic.

7. Bold Geometric & Floral Patterns as Focal Points

Floral patterns, one of the window treatment trends 2024, is seen in this dining room's palm pattern Tailored Pleat Drapery
Pictured: Tailored Pleat Drapery, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, Palmier in Tropical, design by Martyn Lawrence Bullard

While earthy tones and warm neutrals dominate the color schemes of window treatment trends in 2024, patterns, especially florals and geometric prints, are being used to create dynamic focal points. Floral designs are vibrant and refreshing, helping to soften your space with their leaves, vines and petals. Geometric patterns on the other hand are often bold and structured, with clean lines and symmetrical designs.

Explore some examples of floral and geometric designs to determine if one of these bold options is right for your space.  

From The Shade Store Experts

Bold patterns, when used intentionally, add lots of pleasing visual interest and movement to a room. They’re a relatively simple way to refresh a room and make it feel new.

INSIDER TIP

Look out for top designers to release exclusive, new window treatment designs featuring floral and geometric prints to stay abreast of window treatment trends in 2024. If you can’t wait for the newest designs, Martyn Lawrence Bullard and Victoria Hagan, both have existing collections with these floral and geometric themes.

8. Drapery Hardware: Beauty in the Details

One of the window treatment trends 2024 seen here is having bold drapery hardware that draws the eye to the window
Pictured: Tailored Pleat Drapery, The Novogratz, Feather Palm Embroidery in Vintage Lace with Madison Track Hardware in Bronze, design by Erin Fetherston

When it comes to window treatment trends in 2024, drapery hardware may not be the first that comes to mind. Yet, the right drapery hardware can truly transform your space. The elegant rod and rings or chic track system not only complement your drapery, but other elements in your space like light fixtures, window trim and mullions, and more.

Explore examples of drapery hardware and how they complement each room to learn more about how details like this can transform your space.

From The Shade Store Experts

Drapery hardware, while a seemingly small part of your overall design, has a big impact on your overall space. The right hardware can add the finishing touch to your design by complementing your drapery as well as other décor elements in your space. That’s why it’s ideal to keep hardware at the forefront of your mind as you select your drapery pleat style and fabric.

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Drapery hardware design is becoming ever more popular as one of the window treatment trends in 2024, making refined, modern designs increasingly more sought after. Keep an eye out for a growing trend in high-end drapery rods and track systems to further elevate your interior design.

9. Motorization & Smart Home Integration

Product shots of a remote control and a wireless link used to link a motorized track system to a smart device

While not an aesthetic trend, motorization and smart home integration will be taking center stage in window treatment trends for 2024, as homes become more efficient and modernized than ever. Motorized window treatments aren’t actually a new trend — they’ve been around for a while, but the technology keeps getting better, allowing for more accessible price points, longer battery life for battery-powered motors and more seamless smart home integration.

Benefits of motorization include:

  • Convenience in everyday life – Motorization allows you to control your window treatments with a remote, an app on your smartphone or even the sound of your voice when you pair your motor with a smart home system like Alexa or Google Home.
  • Integration with your routines – Motorized window treatments can be set on sunrise and sunset timers to align with your sleep and wake cycles, so you sleep better and wake up with the dawn feeling more refreshed. Or, set timers manually so you can enjoy the right privacy and light control when you need it most.
  • Energy efficiency – Stay warmer in the winter by timing your motors to open when your room gets sunshine and closing when it doesn’t. And keep cooler in the summer with timers that close your window treatments to block sunshine and open them at night for a cooler breeze.

From The Shade Store Experts

Motorized window treatments are only getting more accessible, advanced and efficient, becoming a preferred choice for homeowners. Upgrading your home with motorization not only gives you easy, seamless control of your window treatments, it also can improve your home’s value.

INSIDER TIP

Motorized window treatments typically focus on functionality rather than style, but with the growing popularity of automated window treatments, that all will likely change. Motorized decorative hardware, with sophisticated designs is the next step in motorized window treatment innovation, so keep an eye out.

After a broad look at window treatment trends for 2024, curated by our product experts at The Shade Store, you have loads of inspiration to spark your own ideas for your windows. To explore all these trends, and more, visit a local showroom. Showrooms feature interactive displays of the different styles of window treatments as well as control types from basic options to upgrades like motorization so you can experience them all for yourself. Plus, all 1300+ materials across our product lines are available for you to browse and take home your favorites to compare more closely. Finally, you’ll meet our expert Design Consultants who can answer your questions and guide you toward the perfect window treatment solutions for your home.  

A round white table with cream chairs sits in a custom window treatment showroom with drapery, shades and blinds displayed.

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