7 Tips To Design A Stunning Bedroom With The Bed In Front Of A Window

Putting a bed in front of a window breaks every bedroom law of feng shui, but that doesn't mean rules aren't meant to be broken, especially when it opens up your floor plan. Although you might try your hardest to find a better solution, sometimes scooting your bed in front of the bedroom window is unavoidable. Windows naturally draw the eye, so placing your bed there can actually make the space more balanced and intentional, as long as you know how to work with the type of window you have, rather than against it.

When you didn't pick out the architectural designs in your home — an off-center window or floor-to-ceiling windows that command attention — there are plenty of ways to make the room's layout flow. The idea is for the room to look deliberate instead of accidental, without adding elements that compete with the window. For example, a wrought-iron bed looks flawless in front of paned windows because its slim-profile headboard continues to let the light stream in. Hanging taller curtains between your bed and the window gives you privacy and a boutique-hotel aesthetic. 

Thinking of your bedroom window as an untapped design element instead of a limitation opens up new possibilities. Natural light can become part of the bedroom decor, making the room feel more luxe and spacious. Rather than feeling like a design faux pas, embrace awkward layouts with these tips for designing a stunning bedroom with the bed in front of a window.

Symmetry essentially goes out the door when you have an off-center window in your bedroom. However, all hope isn't lost. You can make it look more centered by hanging curtain panels over it, keeping the rod centered above it. This way, your bed lines up with the drapes, making the window appear more symmetrical. Keep the headboard simple, too, like with a wrought-iron one that still lets plenty of light shine through.

Paned windows are a classic choice, but when you're limited on bedroom space, styling them can be tricky despite their simple design. To maintain the view and let as much light in as possible during the day, an open headboard like a wrought-iron bed has you covered. A wrought-iron headboard isn't bulky, which makes it work in front of paned windows. And then pick the best bedding colors to pair with a metal headboard to pull the whole space together.

A bedroom with floor-to-ceiling windows can be amazing for letting in oodles of light, giving the space a light-soaked backdrop. When you put a bed in front of it, make sure you keep the look soft and balanced. Pick a lower profile headboard — or no headboard at all — so it doesn't get in the way of the view. Use sheer curtains as the backdrop to filter the light while maintaining the window's stunning appearance.

Sliding windows have a simple design that opens horizontally. Typically wider than they are tall, sliding windows can be used as a functional backdrop for your bed. Keep the headboard simple and place it in the middle of the windows. You can add balance to the look by adding two table lamps or tall nightstands on both sides to visually anchor the bed. To top it off, fill the room with fall houseplants that bring fragrance to your home.

Casement windows swing open like a door while adding a cottage-y feel to the room. When you put a bed in front of them, you'll want to keep it simple. Choose a bed in a tone that makes it look like it almost blends into the wall. You can even frame the window with neutral-toned, wispy curtains to make the look extra breezy and light. 

When your short window has a ledge, putting a bed horizontally in front of the window works flawlessly. The best thing about this design is that you can use the ledge as a bedside table for books, plants, or anything else you need within reach. This layout still gives you a view of the outside while providing an extra spot for storage in rooms that feel cramped.

To make a bed-against-the-window layout seem more high-end, hang ceiling-to-floor curtain panels along the whole wall to cover your standard-sized bedroom windows. It's an easy fix to hide awkwardly placed windows with a smooth backdrop that frames the bed, making the room feel taller. And a bonus, hanging curtains behind your bed brings a fancy boutique-hotel vibe to your space. The look is also perfectly on point with the cozy wall treatment that's taking over big time in 2026.