It's a little tricky to see what's happening here, but I believe the lower half of the windows have either a cellular shade or window film on them. So you can still see outside but you get privacy too. This idea could work for the kitchen banquette.:

Why I love the color gray!

Preppy bedroom design

Mixing Blue & Green

The best of June!

A woven raffia wood bench sits at the end of the grand linen sleigh bed and headbord, topped with bright white linens, a striped neutral throw blanket and a mix of vintage gray pillows. Roman blinds on the window and a black nightstand add a touch of tradition to the master bedroom. Read more from "Home Tour: A Modern Bohemian Family Abode" on MyDomaine.:

Bedrooms I Adore

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