I would do none of options you show. If you’re hanging curtains / drapes etc, I think for your windows, they should be on both sides of each window. From your question title, sounds like you want panels only to soften the windows - no drapes closing over windows. The corner between the 2 windows does present a spacing challenge for the smaller window. Maybe the small window has only one panel hung at right side (facing window) & the larger window has a panel on both sides. Look at rods for hanging single panels only - they don’t span the window but are just wide enough for a panel to hang down side of window. I’d also experiment with look of where to place rod - above window or in mid-casing. I’m sure some pros will provide some guidance or mock ups of the various looks. The only thing I’m certain about is panels on both sides of both windows!

Thank you so much for your input. I appreciate you time and great advice.

I’d have the rods meet in the corner (or find corner rods).

Just showing rod placement examples:

A good rule of thumb for curtain placement is that, no matter how you hang them, make sure you have plenty of fabric … that if you were to pull the curtains closed, all windows would be covered without the curtains being taut.

An example of not enough fabric, and they look skimpy:

I think panels will look lovely in your room … soften things up and provide the illusion of more height.

Your window trim is beautiful….I would remove the wood blinds and add wood woven shades or fabric Roman shade…and if possible change out your chandelier..pretty space!

@Jilly to the rescue! Great advice & inspo pics! Looking at the second pic with white panels - windows configured exactly like yours. I wondered about middle panels on the center windows - I like that look too. Maybe depends on the view & light exposure outside your windows.

KW, thank you!

Good point about views and light exposure! The existing blinds are great for that, too.

A few examples..

Thank you, everyone for your wonderful advice. I appreciate your time and letting me know what would work the best.

Have fun both window treatments would look very nice…I just love the trim so I lean more towards Roman shades..plus it would add some personality maybe a soft print or trim added to white Roman…I have removed all my Wood blinds was so tired of all the dust! And I prefer a open view.

A lot to think about. I really appreciate your help.

As suggested, all three places.

Thank you.

I was trying to do the same curtains, as in the dining room.
Moved in about 6 weeks ago.

Beautiful home, congratulations!

Thank you

I too like to have window treatments with a common theme in open spaces. Your blinds unify them and using the same panels continues that look. I see you do have the panel only rods I was thinking about. Looks great! Have fun with your new home - putting your personal stamp on it,

Thank you again for all your comments and advise. It’s appreciated.

PleSe get rid of the miniblinds and use sheers instead. You can do patterned panels at the ends. The sheers in the middle will let in soft light and be much prettier than the miniblinds.