Challenging Windows - Need Ideas
My nephew has moved into a loft-type apartment. It has a HUGE window but no view. He wants to cover it for privacy more than light control. He has a one year lease, which he may renew for a 2nd year but there is also the possibility that his company will move him after one year. Therefore, he does not want to spend much.
Below are 2 views of the apartment. The purple whatever is gone. It was left behind by the prior tenants. His bedroom is the rounded upper level. Ceilings are 18’. The top of the window is about a foot below the ceiling.
I believe whatever is done to the top half of the window can be stationary, while the lower half needs to be able to open and close.
Any ideas?
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