Add color and texture to your living area with a DIY accent wall.
Your living room is a place for gathering and relaxing, so it should be warm and inviting.
An accent wall can give your space a satisfying pop of color or personality without a major renovation.
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Muted colors throughout the rest of the space allow the bright wall to have its deserved moment.
Cozy Corner Accent Wall
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An accent wall doesnt necessarily need to be front and center.
DIY Wood Accent Wall
This wood accent wall onlylookslike the work of a high-end designer.
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In fact, it’s actually a DIY design made using regular plywood.
With a single trip to the hardware store, you could make aDIY wood accent wallin just one weekend.
Framed Mural
Make a massive impact with a large framed wall mural.
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This makes for a more immersive experience, luxurious feel, and dramatic effect.
Simple brushstrokes repeated in a pattern can easily form a living room accent wall.
Here, dashes and chevron stripes create a bespoke design that reads almost like wallpaper at first glance.
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These gorgeous blooms frame the couch in a simple yet eye-catching way.
Then, outline with a pencil and fill in with your choice ofpink paint color.
Here, the charcoal arches look deep and rich against the slightly lighter gray walls.
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Curtain Living Room Accent Wall
Emphasize ceiling height and create a dramatic accent wall with floor-to-ceilingcurtain panels.
A Geometric Mural
A busygeometric muralcreates an eye-catching focal point in this living room.
Here, the blue and blush tones look intentional and complementary.
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Partial Accent Wall
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A colorful accent wall doesn’t have to cover the entire wall.
This painted stripe is both unique and eye-catching.
The cobalt-blue design behind the TV draws attention to the high, slanted ceiling.
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Plus, it creates an intentional divide between the two sets of floating shelves.
When styling a wall of shelves, give each item space to breathe.
This will make the space look intentional and impactful without overcrowding the shelves.
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This neutral stone pairs well with farmhouse-style shiplap ceilings and light wood floors.
Like layering jewelry, adding accent pieces and decor can look intentional and luxe.
Framed Wallpaper Accent Wall
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Picture frame moldingadds instant character and sophistication to a living room.
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Instead of simply adorning the walls with it, treat the molding as a frame for a mural wallpaper.
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