Hiya, We always recommend making a feature of a bay window, especially in a living space. Choose 3 separate blinds that follow the windows - Roman blinds are a popular choice as they create a luxurious feel, though if you're overlooked you might like something with slats, like shutters as you suggest. Framing the window with dress curtains is a lovely addition too - as you mention, the close-in curtains can make the window feel smaller, so consider a wider curtain pole to make the most of the space and light. Hope that helps, Zoe

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Can anyone recommend a loveseat/smuggler which is both shallow and not wide? It's to fit a shallow bay window within a small living room! Really an armchair would be better but we're desperate for soft seating as only have one 3 seater sofa in the whole house! I like the look of this style best from sofa.com But they are always way too deep! So we've been looking at this instead: Also sofa.com Fingal (72cm deep x 113 wide). Maybe in bright pink to liven it up! And because it's a dark uncosy room right now. This is smallest we've found but the arms are so high. I think the traditional style with lower arms would be more 'open' but no good when they are 130 wide x 107 deep!! Also like antique style like this in a bright colour but don't know where to buy https://www.deborahfitzinteriors.co.uk/?lightbox=dataItem-ik6zt384 Any suggestions for teeny seating much appreciated, thanks!!

My handyman could build that in an instant. He’s built all sorts of garden stuff from planters to sheds. Costs I’m not so sure - he normally charges about £89 for a half a days work, if that’s any help? Obviously materials would be extra.