
23. Hang the Curtain Rod Above the Window
Now that you understand that longer curtains create the illusion of space, there are some interior designers to take this to the next level. If you have the ability to install your own curtain rod or hire a handyman to help, hang your curtain rod bar above the actual window frame. Some designers will go almost all the way to the ceiling. Then measure to get the length necessary to have curtains that go down to the floor.

Depending on the height of your ceilings, your local store might not even carry curtains that are long enough to accommodate this extra long style. You might actually have to pay for custom-made curtains. Do some measurements, and look at what’s available in your price range. Will hanging the curtains above the window frame make it bigger yes? But can everyone afford this? Not so much. In my personal opinion, I feel that if you’re renting an apartment, go for floor-length curtains and call it a day.