I would leave it as is.

Thank you SJS, I have had several people telling me the same thing, but isn't that already out of style? However, if I do add a valance, would you suggest colors and what types? Thanks.

Thank you very much Designhome!

The reason you can't extend the curtain in this situation is because it would be too close and cramped to the peninsula. Skip the valance (they're dated) and go for roman shades if you need privacy.

I have a short white sheer on my kitchen window....tied back and since it is Christmas it is tied back with gold cord and a poinsettia in the center. When spring comes they will be tied back with a piece of ivy and etc. I like your sheers in your living room window but do think they might be fuller....but wouldn't put them over the door unless you need the privacy.

Hi Erinsean, what do you mean fuller? I have tried putting two panels on each side and they just don't look good. Maybe I should look for different curtains?

I like your room but I think you'll get the look you're searching for with a heavier textured linen-ish curtain panel that is close to your wall color. Also, try them without grommets.

How about hanging roman shade higher and raising your curtains. It will make the room feel grander. I think heavier curtains would look better but the ones you have are nice too.

You could also add a roman shade to your kitchen window.

I have already tried fuller curtains without grommets and they looked like too much. Please don't mind my daughter lol, its the only picture I have with different curtains.

Looks perfect to me!

I like the look of the fuller panels. You sure have a little cutie too.

any suggestions? anyone? maybe adding another panel to each side?

Thank you natesg

I also like the look of the fuller curtain version with your sweet pea in the picture. They do look a little too white in the photo and I can see how they might look like too much in person. What about the same sheer curtain, double panels on each side, no grommets, in off white?

I have to say also that the fuller curtains in the last picture are lace and they looked very cheap.

When I mentioned fuller curtains, I mean't that it doesn't look like they would cover the windows when drawn....I think I would put another panel on each side. But if it looks good to you, that is the main thing.

If you didn't like the white lace fabric of the fuller curtains I would try some plain linen look off white panels. I still think you need to try two panels per side.

Something like this?

I think your curtains are fine but the dark window and door surrounds are not a good look. You could paint them the color of the wall or white like the curtains. I think that would help a lot. Otherwise this area is very nice, like the rug and furniture, it all flows together very well. It's the dark frames that stick out and don't relate to anything else in the rooms.