Cleverly combine home textiles: How to make your home appear larger and brighter

The clever selection and coordination of home textiles—such as curtains, bed linens, rugs, or cushions —can significantly enhance the effect of a room. Light, airy materials and consistent colors create transparency, spaciousness, and greater comfort.

01 | Curtains: Use height and light to open up rooms

Colors and materials
Light curtains in white, beige, or light gray reflect light and appear more airy than darker shades. Fabrics like voile, linen, or lightweight cotton allow daylight to pass through and increase transparency.

Installation tips

• Attach curtain rods directly under the ceiling and hang curtains floor-length → this visually stretches the room.
• Wider installation across the entire wall, not just above the window → creates a spacious ambience.

Simplify design
Avoid heavy curtains and multiple layers. Clean lines and simple shapes keep the look light and modern.

02 | Bed linen: Less visual heaviness

Color matching
Bedding in similar colors to the walls (e.g., beige or light gray) creates harmony and reduces visual dominance. Avoid strong contrasts and large, dark color areas.

Patterns and layers
Solid-colored covers as a base, complemented by a few pillows or throws with subtle patterns (e.g., lines or geometric patterns). Less is more here – too many pillows or heavy throws look cluttered.

Frame and height
Low bed frames (tatami, platform beds) and light duvets lower the visual center of gravity and make rooms appear higher.

03 | Carpets: Visually expand the floor

Size and color
Light, large-format rugs—for example, under the sofa or around the bed—visually lengthen the room. Plain rugs or fine stripes, rather than complex patterns, add clarity.

Relationship to furniture

• Rule of the front legs: Place the front legs of the sofa or bed on the carpet → visually connects the furniture and the surface.
• Color extension: Carpets in similar tones to the floor or wall create a continuous color effect.

04 | Pillows and blankets: Small accessories with a big impact

Color harmony
Pillow colors should match curtains, rugs, or wall art. Alternatively, small, bright color accents (e.g., yellow, light blue) add a touch of freshness.

Quantity and shape
Two to four pillows per sofa or bed are sufficient. Flat or lightly filled versions avoid an overly cluttered look.

Basic principles at a glance

• Light materials: cotton, linen, voile – for airiness instead of heaviness.
• Color concept: Uniform light tones combined with small accents.
• Simple levels: Less layering, more “white spaces” for calm.
• Vertical emphasis: High curtains or hanging textiles stretch the room.