20 Beautiful Bay Windows

Certain architectural elements always provide a wow-worthy reaction. Enter bay windows with their compelling appearance, ability to flood rooms with natural light and how they frame a great view.

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August 07, 2020

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Embrace the Scene

Allow your bay windows to be the star of the room. With a stunning view of the water and yacht club, the window design acts as artwork in the space. Minimal furniture and a pared-down color palette don't distract from the vista.

From: Halstead Real Estate and Luxury Portfolio International®

Take Advantage of Sunlight

Greet the day from this sunny breakfast nook. Set off from the kitchen, the bay windows not only pour in ample natural light, but also create a pretty backdrop to the vintage-inspired dining table. Watercolor-inspired botanical valances soften the bay windows with a charming contemporary vibe.

From: Casabella Interiors

Sit Back in Style

Bay windows provide an extra bump-out of space for making all your own. This light-filled nook in the master bedroom is the perfect spot for a duo of chaise lounges. Encircled by windows topped in contemporary Ikat Roman shades, the seats make for the ultimate relaxation or reading spot.

From: Erica Bryen Design

Mix Up Designs

Blend different styles together to form a contrasting yet connected environment. A bold, contemporary red sofa and bubble-glass chandelier juxtapose against the classic architecture of this Victorian home — a clever combination of time periods.

From: Geremia Design

Curl Up for Illumination

Preppy chic, delicate patterns play a significant role in creating movement and interest throughout this home office. Whether taking a break from the desk chair or looking outside for inspiration, the built-in window seat makes a striking statement. The graphic diamond cushion is paired with pillows in abstract confetti and wood grain-inspired prints.

From: Massucco Warner Interior Design

Slip into Luxury

Plenty of natural light floods the bathtub area of this spa-like bathroom without sacrificing privacy. Windows line the top half of the wall so that you can enjoy the sunshine or night sky while taking a bubble bath far below.

From: Pinnacle Estate Properties

Utilize All the Nooks

Make the most of small kitchen by combining bay windows with a banquette for a space-saving dining solution. Not skimping on luxury, the marble-topped table and vintage-inspired pendant add a decidedly timeless touch to the modern aesthetic.

Layout for Entertaining

Made for hosting a crowd, this sophisticated yet comfortable living space has an expansive conversation area, as well as an extra-long built-in bench by the window. Black-framed window panes amp up the contrast of the monochromatic color palette.

From: Joel Kelly Design

Say Yes to Prints

Combining a myriad of patterns together is no small feat; however, if you stick to a limited color scheme, it's easy to establish a design that looks like a pro had a hand in it. Gray is the central character in this master bedroom that blends snakeskin, geometrics, stripes and abstracts.

From: Baker Design Group

Make Use of What You Have

Take advantage of an existing bay window, and turn it into a tiny gathering spot. This sweet area with Danish modern chairs and tripod table is ideal for enjoying a morning cup of coffee, having a chat with a friend or even sitting down to tackle your stack of bills.

From: Lindye Galloway

Create a Spectacle

A great bay window dramatizes a room, like the picturesque one in this mid-century modern living room. Low-slung, simple furnishings set the scene for a range of soft grays (and pops of bright yellow) to convey a cozy minimalist aesthetic.

Think About Your View

Not all bay windows are oversized and take up a full wall in your room. Here, the architectural detail brings full beauty above the kitchen sink and a restful place to look while washing the dishes.

From: USI Design & Remodeling

Lean Into Your Best Features

Elevate your living room design by maximizing the architecture. Tone-on-tone geometric curtains frame the bay windows for privacy and to soften natural light when needed. Opting for an overall neutral color scheme automatically generates a refined surrounding and also allows certain elements, such as the windows and bubble chandelier, to stand out among the rest.

From: Anastasia Faiella

Design With Windows in Mind

Clean and bright, this contemporary-meets-rustic kitchen is designed as a family-friendly hangout. Set in the window-filled nook, a built-in banquette is covered in easy-to-clean fabric (an essential!) and centers around the distressed farmhouse table.

From: Bradshaw Designs

Open Up With Windows

With a waterfront view like this, it'd be shame to put up a solid wall, and fortunately, they didn't. Maximizing most of the wall with windows, a low bench is built in so that family and friends can enjoy the scene no matter the weather. Elegant woodwork detailing takes these windows from ho-hum to a true work of art in the home.

Work With Tactile Appeal

This all-white office maxes out its storage potential with custom-built cabinets that offer plenty of hidden and open organization. Herringbone-laid floors, a shag rug and traditional moldings bring texture and pattern to the sparse color palette, while dark leather chairs add depth and warmth. Simple linen shades dress the bay windows.

From: Urbanology Designs

Border With Flair

Large metallic art panels flank the floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors that lead out to a beautiful balcony overlooking the city. Starting with a soft gray setting, the living room then receives subtle jolts of color through moss green armchairs and light blue pillows. A Murano glass chandelier crowns the room in elegant style.

From: White Webb

Take a Seat

Martha's Vineyard was made for sitting by the seascape, whether inside or out. Four cushy armchairs, featuring shades of the sea and sun, turn this den area into a comfy place for watching the world go by.

From: Martha's Vineyard Interior Design

When in Doubt, Black + White

We've said it before, and we'll say it again. You can't go wrong with black and white. It's chic, crisp and never goes out of style. Here, an on-the-petite-side alcove is surrounded by bay windows and houses a cool reading area, complete with a horseshoe-style chair and graphic side table.

From: Kerra Michele Huerta

Construct a Retreat

Bay windows offer this bathroom an almost panoramic vista of the waterway. Hidden shades pull down for privacy, and a basin soaker tub is the ultimate in relaxation.

From: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance and Luxury Portfolio International®

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