A bay window is a window space projecting outward from the main walls of a building and forming a bay in a room. If you are considering to have one or not, here are some advantages and disadvantages to take a look at.
Pros
They allow natural light to enter the home. The panoramic nature of bay windows means that more natural sunlight will enter your home from several directions at the same time, besides, you’ll have amazing views! Bay windows add space: they can extend the length of a room by up to three feet. This, combined with the increased window coverage area, not only makes your room look bigger – it actually is. Bay windows let the heat out and cool breeze in, which is perfect for hot climates. They add value to your home. The clean, modern feeling conveyed by all that glass, combined with the increase in square footage, means that you might fetch a higher sales price for your home once you decide to sell.
A bay window area as a reading nook, with a leather chair, a round table, some potted plants and havy velvet curtains.
A bay window featuring a dining set with benches and lots of potted plants all over is a very cozy space flooded with light.
A bay window taken by a contemporary day bed, with pillows and faux fir, with some driftwood in vases is a cool reading nook.
A bay window used as a working space - it fits a wooden trestle desk, a white chair, grey curtains, a box and a lamp is a brilliant idea.
A bay window with a couple of comfy chairs, an ottoman, some greenery and lamps is a lovely conversation space.
A bay window with a cozy sitting nook, with black chairs, a couple of coffee tables, some plants and a catchy chandelier.
A windowsill window nook.
A bay window with a fitted daybed, colorful pillows, a basket and curtains to make this space private.
A bay window with a fitted seating area with baskets for storage, a round table, plaid pillows and striped shades.
A bay window with a fitted sofa and pillows, dark shades makes this space cozy to be and welcomes a lot.
Cons
You’ll get a lot of extra sunlight from bay windows, so make sure that you choose windows with high energy ratings against solar heat gain. And if you like to sleep in a completely dark room, you may wish to consider another kind of window. It’s hard to find window treatments. Because of bay windows’ angles and configurations, it’s oftentimes difficult to install hardware for curtains, blinds, and other treatments. Bay windows cost more than other types of windows. And because they are more difficult to install, they will cost the owner more money initially.
A bay window with a radiator, a potted plant, a lamp and a stool - this is a cool way to use an awkward space.
A boho bedroom with a bay window, a chair and some potted plants, the window area is a very cozy nook.
A boho bedroom with a bay window, a hanging chair and some books, this is a great space to relax a bit.
A bright boho sitting zone by the bay window - metal chais with pillows and faux fur, a potted plant and a window with Roman shades.
A chic neutral space with a bay window and a fitting sofa with bright pillows, a striped chair and a catchy table with plants.
A dining room with vintage furniture and a bay window that features a bench and lots of potted plants.
A dining space by the bay window, with a round table, modern chairs and greenery in vases to enjoy the view while eating.
A large bay window as part of the interior, with a chair, a round table and a colorful floor lamp floods the space with light.
A light-filled living room with a bay window with a couple of chairs, a metallic table and ottoman, pretty creay curtains.
A refined bay winow with decor and detailing, a chair and a footrest for reading here and some plants and decor.
A refined vintage bedroom with a small bay window done with a sitting space, pillows and a cushion, green curtains.
A sofa built into the space by the ay window, with lots of blankets and pillows, a crate table with blooms and candles.
A stylish living room with a black framed bay window finished with a leather chair, potted plants and a lamp looks gorgeous.
A vintage boho bedroom with a bay window that fills the space with light and gives it to potted plants creating a small orangery.
An airy and chic living room with stucco and a bay window that houses a grey sofa and leather chairs, a cool table and a chandelier.