We are calling it: Statement walls will be one of the most dynamic additions to any living space in 2022. Louise Hilsz says it's time to experiment with textures, patterns, and paint colours.
A feature or accent wall offers a quick and easy solution to liven up your living space. From high impact patterned, or subtle tonal paint this decor trend will inject just the right amount of interest into a room without overwhelming the entire room, here are our favourites styles.
Tonal feature
A great way to dip your toes into creating clever colour combinations in your home is with paint in the same tones. Shades of pink (more sophisticated than that girly millennial pink), are on-trend for 2020 as well as soft peachy corals, terracotta, and golden yellow tones. These shades are all easy-to-live with colours for any living space.
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Resene Wax Flower paint. Resene Dust Storm paint. Available from Resene ColorShops. Niki Jones Geotile cushion, $268. Inspiry Saba Rattan Ceiling Pendant Natural, $977.
Large floral feature
When choosing a spot for a decorative feature, this will become the room's existing focal point. Your eye will instantly be drawn to the wall and immediately highlight the space to become the focal point of the room, so let the room's architecture guide you when choosing the wall.
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Resene Wallpaper Collection E358002 and Resene Wallpaper Collection P021-VD2, available from Resene ColorShops. Mario Luca Giusti Pala pitcher, $112. Seagull Lighting's Pratt Street Collection, $1159.
Bold Paint feature
Make a dramatic design statement with dark paint, ideal for formal lounge, library, or sitting room. This style adds a crispness to any room, we think bold black or dark grey paint, with soft furnishings shades, feels fresh, yet timeless.
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Resene Bastille paint. Resene Atomic paint. Available from Resene ColorShops.. Les Ottamans Ikat cushion, $190. Designer Chandelier Bohemian Basket Chandelier - Width: 20 cm - Brass Fixtures, $251.
Watercolour feature
This trend brings a restful vibe to any living room. So many people are hesitant to decorate with wallpaper, we love it. Why? It makes a dramatic statement, and hides plenty of flaws, if the wall it's hung on is imperfect.
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Resene Wallpaper Collection 1905-123-03 Bellavista Sunset. Resene Wallpaper Collection 1906-130-01 Bloom Sapphire. Available from Resene ColorShops. Global Explorer Pom Pom Knitted Throw, $179. Les Ottomans Velvet Cushion, $201.
Colour blocking feature
Making a statement with paint is an easy and inexpensive way to update your space. One tip: there is no limit to the patterns you can create with paint, it's the most accessible material to change should you decide you want to try something different.
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Resene Hot Toddy paint. Resene Chetwode Blue paint. Available from Resene ColorShops. Eilersen Track cushion, $156. Warm Nordic Cape 3 seaters sofa, $6195.
Mural feature wall
Avoid putting a mural feature wall in an already overcrowded room. When there's too much going on in one space, it can be confusing to the eye and create a sense of chaos, rather than the dècor statement. A mural feature wall should be the highlight of the room, so it needs room to breathe, a bedroom is one of the best spaces for this design feature.
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Resene Wallpaper Collection P030-VD3. Resene Wallpaper Collection P016-VD4. Available from Resene ColorShops. Missoni Home Kew cushion, $291. Wallace Cotton Raglan Rattan side table, $299.
