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Have you considered mounting sheerweave roller shades on the door and sidelight and inside mounted on the window. If you prefer the look of drapery, a small drapery track like KS Track with Ripplefold drapes would work well. The track is less than 1" in height so it should fit underneath the a/c unit. I would mount the track just above your door and extend it out 15-18" on the left side for stacking the drapes.

I would suggest installing one large roller shade with a valance (square or curved cassette or fabric) about 4" above your window casing. The right end of the valance will butt against your bulkhead. Select a light coloured valance or cassette for your roller shade; it will blend in to your wall colour and when the shade is rolled up you will see only the valance and beaded chain.

I've used this solution many times in client's homes and it's very functional but still looks great.

One more note...when the shade is pulled down you will see an inch or two of your window casing at each side, if this bothers you, consider painting out the trim to match your walls.

I love the orange! It will make the space feel rich and inviting even though there isn't a lot of natural light.