skip to main content
Photos
Photos
Advice
Stories From Houzz
Houzz Discussions
Houzz Research
Sign In
Houzz Logo Print
Explore Discussions
WindowsRenovatingBedrooms
stemondo

How do I solve privacy issues in a full glazed gable end bedroom?

Stephen
5 years ago

I'm currently getting my house remodelled by an architect but there are various changes I'm still unsure about. Attached is my own personal CGI of how the master bedroom window may look which is south facing but on the front of the house. What do others do to keep an element of privacy when having floor to ceiling glass in the bedroom, I obviously can get blinds for the evening/night but keeping blinds shut in the mornings kind of defeats the object of having big windows. I don't want anything like 1 way mirrored film on the glass but is there any type of fade or tint that can help and not stand out from the other windows on the house?


The house is a little set back on a quiet road however once someone walks onto the drive they could see straight into the bedroom. I'm also aware as its south facing it could get quite hot in the summer, are there any design tricks to incorporate anyway of opening them?


Thanks

Stephen




Featured Answer
  • Carolina
    5 years ago
    You could have the middle ones as doors, turning inwards, with a glass French balcony perhaps.
    Shutters might be a solution for privacy, since you could turn them so that people can’t see in from below, but you could still enjoy the view.
    There are top down/bottom up blinds. Look at Luxaflex for examples of window coverings for this kind of windows.

    Comments (7)

    • Sonia
      5 years ago

      I agree with Carolina. Shutters will create privacy without shutting out all of the light. Something like this:-





    • Ribena Drinker
      5 years ago

      I've often thought those windows are a bad idea for bedrooms. They put me in mind of car showrooms for some reason.

    • acew1234
      5 years ago
      I decided against having a bedroom window like this, although it would have looked wow from the outside. I just can't see the point of having a window that then has to be covered over all the time. I love big floor to ceiling windows ( I have them in every reception room but not in my bedroom where I prefer a bit of privacy.
    • obobble
      5 years ago
      If the views fromupstairs are stunning and better than those from downstairs, have you considered turning it into an upside down house with your lounge in this room?
    • Stephen
      Original Author
      5 years ago

      I haven't seen those bottom up blinds before, I will look into them. Yes I do like shutters as well but I still think it blocks too much view. Essentially only the lower metre needs covering due to the elevated position of the house. Has anyone seen any window tints that don't drastically change the look from the outside?

      Switching the lounge and bedroom would not work in this house, as the upstairs isn't big enough.

    • PRO
      WM Design Studio
      5 years ago
      Whilst it is commendable to be looking at architectural solutions to your problem. I feel a lot of these issues could be remedied through thoughtful garden design and a complimentary landscape scheme. Whether you are looking from the property itself or from the approach to the property, there are many ways that these views can be framed or softened by the use of specimen trees. I would be interested to see a more comprehensive plan / visual so I could advise you further.
    Sponsored

    Reload the page to not see this specific ad anymore

    More Discussions
    basement level renovation would love ideas please
    8
    bathroom renovation advice
    0
    House re-design
    0
    Authentic Feng Shui Workshop
    0
    Tiles for open plan space
    5
    Ireland
    Tailor my experience with cookies

    Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.