Ask the Experts: How to Create a Feature Wall
Bold but sophisticated.
Whether you have space to work with or not, a feature wall is guaranteed to breathe new life into your home. From jazzing up a bare wall with wallpaper to creating a full-blown gallery, whatever your inspiration, check out these 5 feature wall ideas.
How to Create a Feature Wall
1. The Wonder Wall
Only one wall in your room should act as the focal point, but with four walls to choose from, how do you know which is best? To help you decide, start by thinking about which wall catches the most natural light, as well as the flow of the room. Your accent wall should be the first one people see when they enter.
After you've made your pick, paint your three leftover walls in a neutral hue, then really go to tow on your fourth - choose a bold shade of paint or wallpaper. Patterned wallpaper or wall stickers are ideal for a quick and easy refresh.
Shelves really help your feature wall pop and are a great storage solution. Choose between shelves that are within the same colour palette as your focal wall (think white on white) or opt for a total contrast. Try alternating statement pieces such as vases, bookends and photo frames with storage boxes or trays to add dimension.
Create a gallery using prints, canvases and frames to create a focal point on your wall. This is great if you like to constantly change up interior, as it's easy to swap prints in and out. Opt for matching frames for a classic look or choose mismatching frames and finishes for something more eclectic. Use varying sizes of art work to create some dimension and don't forget about mirrors - these work great at breaking things up.
Tip: These gallery wall ideas should give you all the inspiration you need to create yours.
4. The Material Wall
Utilise textures to create a tactile accent wall. Exposed brick walls are perfect for adding industrial appeal (either plain or painted), while wooden panels create a wholesome, rustic feeling. Choose wallpaper with velvet or satin panels for a luxe effect or go ultra-contemporary with matte black paint and strips of silver leaf.
If you're looking for a way to tie a room together, then why not try an accent wall that complements the rest of your décor? Let's say you have a mostly neutral room but inside sits a bright green armchair chair and various green-hued vases - paint your accent wall in matching green (give stripes a go) and it will automatically give your space a sense of unity. But if you'd rather avoid looking too matchy-matchy, then opt for a shade that is one or two shades darker or lighter than the colour you're aiming to complement.
