White walls may feel lifeless, but there are numerous creative ways to add personality and flair to any room! Refer to these wall decor ideas that will breathe life back into any room in your house! Shelves provide the perfect way to show off your collections, from decorative plates and vases to other collectibles. Mix different shelf lengths together for an eclectic feel.
1. Large Paintings
Simple wall decor ideas can add character and dimension to your living spaces, whether they are large wall art pieces or smaller accent pieces. By making subtle yet thoughtful changes like these, your living spaces will feel inviting, cozy, and stylish.
With this stunning canvas print of Dawn at the Lake’s serene lakeside sunrise scene, bring its soothing landscape into your walls. It blends in perfectly with modern or contemporary home decor styles thanks to its calming combination of blue and sage hues. Recreate a gallery wall by hanging paintings or photos as canvas prints to tell your story. Re-stickable wall decor options make these pieces simple to apply or remove as your style changes.
2. Bright Accent Wall
Colorful feature walls can instantly perk up a bedroom, enhance ambiance in a home office or living area, and bring energy into other areas throughout your house. By using paint or removable wallpaper (an excellent choice for rentals), upgrading walls with colorful accents is quick and effortless.
Statement ceilings are an inventive way to add visual interest in any room in your home, whether they feature stone, wood, shiplap, or hand-painted murals. With their artistic designs and textures ranging from stone to wood or shiplap or even hand-painted murals adorning them. A statement ceiling can add visual intrigue in both living rooms and game rooms alike. Create an artistic gallery wall to highlight personal artwork. Affordable pieces, children’s drawings, and family pictures will immediately make any plain wall more interesting.
3. Statement Artwork
Paintings, art prints, and photos are timeless wall decor pieces that never go out of fashion. However, don’t feel pressured into covering every square inch of your living space with art! Try something a bit out-of-the-ordinary by offering something such as an eye-catching sculpture or artist statement like Kusama’s, which offers viewers insight into her state of mind and creative process.
Macrame wall hangings or tapestries add texture and warmth to a room while being lightweight enough for you to swap out as your style evolves—perfect for dorm rooms and rental homes alike!
4. Shelves
Shelves are an eye-catching way to decorate walls and can add dimension and visual interest to a flat wall. Additionally, shelves make it simple and straightforward to change up your decor year after year by switching out accessories or plants on them.
Displaying vases or planters on your walls adds an elegant, modern flair. Consider filling shelves with small indoor plants for an immediate mood booster, or use decorative vases to showcase items such as pinecones and faux flowers for a rustic or seasonal aesthetic. Quilts, family photo timelines, or sentimental mugs can add meaning and character to the walls in unique ways.
5. Decorative Plates
No matter your decorating style—minimalist Scandinavian simplicity or Mediterranean richness—decorative plates provide the freedom to experiment with design and display. Unlike rigid art frames, decorative plates are easily rearrangeable and updated; their hand-painted patterns bring a sense of craftsmanship into any room.
Arrange them symmetrically for a formal look, or allow organic arrangements to spark your creativity. Decorative plates can also frame other objects and collections like brass sconces or wall baskets; they work great as accent pieces, backgrounds for family photos, or even to showcase an heirloom quilt from Grandma!
6. Decorative Accessories
Don’t be intimidated to use decorative accessories to give bare walls some character! Vintage signage or handmade textile wall hangings add texture and visual interest, such as Erin Williamson Design’s woven wall hanging featuring tassels that give an eclectic feel. Rattan and wicker baskets, macrame pieces, and embroidery items add depth and dimension to a room, as well as dress up a simple wood or rattan console table.
Showcase your memories with picture frames, digital photo frames, and home decor accessories that add character to every room in the house. Display fresh or faux flowers arranged in vases on tables and shelves for a beautiful display.
7. Framed Memories
Add memories that reflect your home’s unique story with frames from thrift stores or estate sales. Budget-minded shoppers will likely be able to find budget-friendly frames suitable for family photos and other treasured mementos that are showcased at these events. Framed family trees represent the bonds of family, adding a sophisticated touch to any wall space. Framing collages of pressed flowers adds a delicate, sophisticated touch that elevates any room.
An affordable option to add warmth and character to any space is creating a gallery wall. Select an organizer theme, such as favorite digital family photos or travel highlights, and arrange them into an organized layout—this makes your house feel more welcoming for visitors while giving the first impression they need when visiting!
8. DIY
Filling large blank walls can be a difficult and costly endeavor, particularly on a budget. But there are numerous creative DIY wall art ideas you can try on your own; from picture frame mouldings to shadowboxes filled with faux fruit, there are numerous ways you can add eye-catching decor without breaking the bank!
Watercolor art with inspirational quotes can add a beautiful personal touch to any space. Simply frame it for an elevated look and display it on the wall. Or for something rustic yet warm and cozy, try hanging up a handmade macrame wall hanging. It adds texture while creating warmth and coziness!
