If it were me, I'd do one.

If you want inside mount I think it’s going to depend on the middle casement between the two windows. Is it inset from the casement surrounding the two windows or is it flush? If flush, I think you’ll have to get two smaller shades to have inside mount. The thing to note is the center window trim will show when shades down which is just fine. Having two shades will give more control over shading from exterior light if only one window needs the shading. I’d also try to get cordless shades for neater look. My choice would be two inside mounted shades too!

These are great ideas! If my counter stools are cheetah(?) print- white background with small navy spots.
Would it look good to have my Roman shades match.
If not,do I need to stay away from a print pattern?

@HU-512710891 Hmm….my thought is that’s a whole lotta spots. Shades are a more expensive item than the seat covers on counter stools which usually can be changed out easily & not much $$. Your finishes look classic - counter stool seats can be a punch of color & fun & will not be on view as a vertical element 100% of the time as your shades will be. Once you decide on style of shade, I suggest looking at its available patterns & textures. If navy is planned for accent color for kitchen, look for simple patterns with navy / white / gray as the other two colors I see in your pic. The blinds need to stand the test of time as they are a more permanent element in the room. Measure & shop but don't buy until kitchen is done.

I'd definitely put two if possible. I personally would not match with the stools. You could use a print, but with a different scale. Maybe white with navy banding would look nice.

Thank you! Just clarifying-The counter stools can stay with the dots ? Hope so because they’re being made.I can use another print on shade?

@HU-512710891 Yes, dots on stools great & sounds like nice punch of pattern. Correct that another print can be used for shades. Suggestion is to pick a more subdued pattern because that hanging blind will have more visual impact & ”bulk” than round seats under a counter. Also suggestion is to use colors for blind pattern that you have in the stool seats, tile, cabinets etc. to unify your accent color scheme. Wait until stools actually in place before final decision on blinds. First step is to figure out what kind of blind you want / need. Light blocking? Privacy? sheer? woven? roll up? pleated? Sooo many choices, ☺️

Counter stools have backs but are prob around 4” taller than island.

First photo is counter stool material. Second is 4 of the materials that were okay for flat Roman shade. We need to shop more. If anyone knows of a fabric with dark navy and gray ( see backsplash above) and possibly white, I can use your help!!
Thank you kindly. You’re amazing with your ideas! (Kitchen gets west light which is very bright). Until these arrive, I’ll need to wear sunglasses!!
😂

@HU-512710891 Another thought on the shade fabric - the 2 I said I like best with stool fabric are also best with your cool light fixture I see in picture of your window. That fixture has linear modern lines & so do the stripe & geometric pattern fabrics.

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Two so I have more flexibility on light coming in when the sun is shining in. I would not match the stools-that's sort of over.

Thank you all so much! You all make so much sense!! I won’t use the same material for both! Too many dots and too “matchy-matchy”.
I like going with the geometric shape- it does tie in nicely with the pendants.

I’m going to keep looking.
Here’s the dining room chair fabric. Dining room is open to the kitchen.

Btw because I’m so short, I won’t be able to lower them, but I don’t want to see a cord. I can get them battery operated from the company I’ve contacted. Guess I could see if I can get them electrically wired. Thank you!!!

Dining chairs have a very subtle gold threaded speck. This is a close up and the specks look big and white, not gold.

@HU-512710891 like the DR chair fabric - works with your kitchen stool fabric. I understand might be challenging to raise /lower blinds if your reach isn’t long enough. There are cordless blinds - not sure about Roman shades - that you ”push” up & pull down. Battery operated seems a good alternative as long as the remote isn’t misplaced! 😁 But good to keep looking for fabric - you’ll know the right one when you see it!

Thank you, KW! I was told the remote would be on the lower left side of the window sill.

My husband found material with great colors for the shade. It’s not a geometric, but it’s not wild…. I think! However it might be best to see everything in place and then pick the shade???

I’ll send photo of material when I get home.

I love your ideas!

@HU-512710891 nice that your husband in invested in picking out finishes too. I really do think it is best to keep looking around for fabric that appeals but absolutely not make the purchase until 100% of the other finishes are in place especially the counter stools. It’s surprising how much your perspective changes when all the pieces are viewed together.

Very true! Are you a designer, KW? Would love to see your website!

@HU-512710891 Thank you so much for your flattering question but no, not a designer! I am however, someone who likes to have nice surroundings inside & outside of my home. Since I’ve lived in 5 states & one european country, I’ve had plenty of experience at making my own mistakes while trying out different styles. I‘ve found Houzz to be a nice place to get & share advice on a myriad of topics. Some of the discussions make for entertaing reading & the site is a safe social outlet which many of us need these crazy days! Thanks again for brightening my day!

Kathy

First photo- I like the colors. Not sure about the design, but I’m going to wait till I move and everything is in its place.

Second photo shows you counter stool material, dining chair material, sofa and chair material, dining table color, counter stool leg color, backsplash, paint chip.
My husband is very involved!

Oops doesn’t include family room sofa and chair material!

Hmm - can’t ID item to fabric swatch except for counter stools, dining chairs & maybe the dark wood piece is dining furniture? The top piece is for kitchen shades - got that. My impression is that though the colors of the shade & stool fabrics are very close, the patterns do fight each other. The shade fabric pattern is very ”active” compared to the geometric sample in your first 4 you showed us. It is a quiet & repeating pattern. When you see a larger piece of the fabric the pattern will visually expand too. Are the two swatches of animal prints at the top left of your second picture something you’re looking at? I’m thinking no as you said sofa & chair fabric not included but asking because if it is, that’s a lot of patterns going on if these rooms are open to each other.

No, chairs and sofas are solid tone on tone. I did this on purpose to throw in some fun pillows.

Perfect!

FYI, based upon my experience , i prefer electrically powered shades over the battery powered ones. I’ve had both, much more convenient to not have the hassle of recharging them. power source might be a prob since you‘ve already tiled wall, but an electrician can advise.

K Laurence- Good point! I’ll check with electrician. Thank you.
How often did you need to change the battery with the battery powered shade?

Two or three times a year, , but that wasnt our full time home. it wasn’t a big deal,just like our electrial powered ones better.

Hi! I can’t believe it’s been 3 months and I’m so glad that I waited till my kitchen was complete! Thank you all!
Kathy, I’m going for a diamond geometric shape in shades of blue- satin stitch- not busy at all. The background is white which keeps it crisp looking. Here’s the prob- if I get one shade, I’ll have to have a continuous chord because the motorized one doesn’t work for a window over 60” and our windows are 72” together. If I get two separate ones, I can get them motorized, but I’d be taking a chance that the patterns may not line up as the company won’t give me a guarantee. If the pattern didn’t line up, I think that would drive me crazy!!

Hello - nice to see your progress report! I agree that possibility of the fixed pattern (not a random pattern) not matching across the windows will be a problem. As I understand your description, the pattern is horizontal diamond shapes. If that’s correct, I agree it will be noticable if the diamond shapes don’t flow in a pretty straight line across both windows when shades are fully closed in down position. That would drive me crazy too & I'd be thinking about that issue every single time I looked at the shades! I also think 2 shades inside mount are a better option for these windows over the sink than a single outside mount shade. And, it sounds like your ability to reach a manual pull cord across the counter would be an issue & that's really a big deal too. Have you explored ability to order these shades, with this fabric, through a local Blinds comapny - one that has a store or comes to home to do measuring & bring samples? I don't know if that would add to cost but would certainly be worth it if they would guarantee a pattern match. On the one hand, it seems any blind company should be cutting length of fabric in logical place so the design showing on shades isn't cut off in odd spot - but, it's concerning that they won't guarantee that when ordering shades that will hang right next to each other. If thers's no other option to buy this pattern with a guarantee of match, maybe your only option is to continue your fabric search. Tough call, I know!

Hi there! It’s been over a year, but I thought I’d share results! I read posts and wonder what posters ended up doing!

I ended up doing one motorized roller shade over the two kitchen windows.
This shade is exactly the same as my other six windows and door which are open to my kitchen. These other six shades are dual shades having both solar shades to block out the rays and blackout shades to see a show on a movie screen.

Simple, functional, and easy to go up and down at the same time if desired.

Very clean and tailored looking.

Perfect! They look great. Thanks for coming back to tell us how this story ended!

Very nice! Can you please provide info on the company who makes them?

Screen Innovations

M Miller
You can find a dealer through them