Staying true to coastal style means incorporating at least one element of coastal artwork in your home. In this case, a beautiful coastline portrait hangs on a beige wall above a creamy board and batten half wall. Just below is textured white bedding with patterned blush pillows that sit centered between two gray and white plug-in wall sconces.
29 Exhilarating Bedroom Wall Ideas To Transform Your Space
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July 13, 2023
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Decorating a wall goes far beyond choosing a basic paint color when there is a multitude of bedroom wall ideas to be explored. Wallpaper is making a proud return to our bedroom designs, and it is being combined with chair rail, board and batten walls, and bead board.
Loud and proud murals are being utilized as statement pieces that fill our bedrooms with joy, color, and detail. Coastal, European, Victorian, farmhouse, cottage, mid-century, and bohemian design palettes are solidified not only by the furniture that defines them but also by the wall patterns and colors that uplift and transform these exhilarating spaces. Whether you are looking to completely redo your bedroom space or simply invigorate it with new elements, look no further than these photographs carefully curated by designers of all different aesthetics for your inspiration.
02 of Lovely Modern French Country Bedroom Wall Décor
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The ethereal and modern elements of this lovely French country bedroom are highlighted by the gorgeous sketched wallpaper that magnifies the left wall of the bedroom. Tree branches with small birds and petite leaves are an eclectic element incorporated with the wooden furniture, pink accent pillows, and tufted gray headboard. A delicate print can add a certain charm to any cottage-inspired space as a pinnacle decorative element.
03 of Country Cottage Shiplap
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In a bedroom that is designed around a cottage or farmhouse theme, a small section of shiplap between two white-curtained windows is an effective element of design. The white panels are elevated by a vintage floral painting in a distressed brown frame that matched the intricately detailed brown headboard. For added symmetry, two chipped white lamps stand on the bedside tables framing the floral reversible quilt.
04 of Bohemian Wallpaper in Attic Bedroom
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There isn’t an inch of style lacking in this attic bedroom. A daybed sits against a short wall filled with plentiful pillows of a bohemian aesthetic. A palm print wallpaper was selected to decorate the wall beside the window with gold and cream drapes. This is a great way to accent the unique architectural elements of a room, especially in a space that is not traditionally square in all corners.
05 of Board and Batten Gray Trimmed Wall
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A sophisticated way to elevate a teenager’s bedroom is through the use of board and batten trim. A very popular design element right now, paneling adds texture and depth to a wall while keeping the space looking modern and mature. The designer chose a reclaimed wood basketball backdrop to hang centered on a dark gray wall over a cream headboard with plaid bedding and leather pillows.
06 of Mermaid Scale Paper With Gold Accents
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This vintage wallpaper print with mid-century flair is the perfect backdrop for the gold sconces and gold frame that rest on it. The mermaid scales are composed of delicate vines that extend through the shape. The petite gold sconces have small bright white shades that mimic the matt that surrounds the painted tree artwork in the center of the cherry headboard. The placement of the wall sconces is a unique component that maximizes spaces on the sides of the bed while illuminating the entire headboard.
07 of Dark Cozy Bedroom With Nature Vibe
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A brown and black fan hangs above a bed between exposed wooden ceiling beams. The bed is decorated with striped bedding, white pillows, and a blue plaid pillow with a deer image. A black shiplap wall behind the bed is decorated with antler mounts. White curtains hang from black rods in front of windows with bamboo shades. White nightstand sit in front of each window and are adorned with clear vases with beige shades and small trinkets. A white dresser stands nearby and a round ottoman is positioned at the foot of the bed.
08 of Glamorous Gray and White Damask Wallpaper
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If your style is known for teetering on the edge of glamorous, choosing a wallpaper with a damask print will completely elevate your space. This gray and white patterned wallpaper acts as a headboard for a plush white bed situated between two open windows. Two crystal lamps stand beside the bed, coordinated with a small crystal chandelier that is centered in the bay window.
09 of Shabby Chic Peonies Wallpaper
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There is a little bit of everything feminine in this little girl’s room with shabby chic décor. First and foremost is this teal wallpaper with oversized pink peonies. Featured on the print is a circular wooden mirror designed to pair with the wooden accordion wall hanger off to the side of the room displaying petite doll clothes underneath two small floral wreaths. The best part of wall décor in a child’s room is that toys, such as doll clothes, can be implemented as a functional piece of bedroom design.
10 of Gingham Print Bedroom Wall Design
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Two gray full-size beds decorate this boy’s bedroom underneath a fantastic black and white gingham wallpaper. The other rustic wall décor includes customized circular name tags for the boys, wooden framed pictures, and floating bookshelves. The cozy aesthetic is solidified with the striped bedding and plush throw pillows that are juvenile yet mature.
11 of Shabby Chic Wood Carved Mirrors
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Mirrors are amazing pieces of décor because of their versatility, movability, and structure. The reflective glass is notable for making any room appear larger, and the frames come in many styles. The shabby chic wood-carved mirror shown here occupies much of the wall, diminishing the need for any other decorations. On the gray accent wall featuring the bed and nightstands, a smaller mirror with the same frame accentuates a glamorous gray lamp.
12 of Moon Patterned Wallpaper
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In a bedroom, wallpaper features a smaller print like the moon design shown here, a wallpaper accent wall is all that’s necessary to add just the right amount of pizazz. Situated next to an olive green wall, this white moon print displays a kid-friendly floating bookshelf, a llama picture frame, and an oak-framed twin bed, creating a look that is entertaining without being too bold.
13 of Girl’s Bedroom With White and Pink Décor
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Your daughter will love this white metal bed dressed in pretty pink bedding. The bed is flanked by a white night table and a white and pink dresser styled with white and pink bedroom décor. Off-white and pink cherry print wallpaper is used to create an adorable accent wall.
14 of Faux Textured Brick Feature Wall
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For a bold look in any space, a faux textured brick feature wall gives the aura of a dreamy European getaway in your own home. A gothic, glassless arched window frame hangs prominently above a cream wingback headboard with distressed wood and metal decorative pieces. A trip to your local flea market or antique shop will ensure you get the decorative pieces you need to achieve this look.
15 of Moody Victorian Chimney Wallpaper
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We are in awe of the moody abstract paper that covers the breast of the fireplace. The deep teal, pink, and yellow florals are an incredible whimsical complement to the velvet pillows that rest on the bed. Don’t be afraid to select a print as bold as this, especially if it will only occupy a small portion of the wall.
16 of Modern Black Bedroom Walls With Gold Sconces
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A black bedroom wall is decorated with a black and white abstract painting and gold sconces. Wood nightstands rest on each side of the bed. You can get a similar look in your bedroom by using simple neutral bedding and simple accents to take a simple room to the next level.
17 of Handsome English Country Wall Design
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As grand-millennial décor grows in popularity, implementing a European aesthetic is becoming easier as decorators are reverting to timeless designs and prints. The English country wallpaper that surrounds this exceptionally-themed room is composed of a blue and pink floral pattern. Surprisingly, the green striped bed canopy blends magnificently with the French plaid linens and antique-framed wall photographs. Taking a step back in time with antique décor can propel you into the future of interior design.
18 of Plenty of Patterns Kid’s Bedroom Design Idea
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There is no shortage of fun-filled patterns in this child’s bedroom. First and foremost, the abstract wallpaper hanging behind the bed is filled with orange, blue, and tan shapes of all different sizes and orientations. In front of that print hangs a framed picture of bananas that coordinates with the banana patterned sheets. An additional striped print is featured in the bed comforter, proving that multiple motifs can be combined even when they appear to not match at face value.
19 of Board and Batten Wall and Wallpaper Combo
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The simple floral design in this little girl’s bedroom exemplifies the best of both worlds with a look that combines both a board and batten wall as well as an exuberant wallpaper. The white panels are so modern underneath the rosy blush and coral wallpaper. Though a sizeable undertaking, the completed appearance of this wall design idea is both versatile and stunning.
20 of Minimalist Cream Paint Paired with Cane Bed
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As to not take away from the wood rattan daybed that is featured as the focal point of this bedroom, basic cream paint illuminates the minimalist-modern space. Curtains in the same hue hang on an open window beside an angled ceiling with a matte curtain rod. In a room with simple wall décor, a textured rug is the perfect complementary piece to include sufficient texture and design.
21 of Dreamy Sage Bedroom Wall Ideas
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If you’re looking to brighten up your bedroom with a hint of color, sage is the perfect hue. It is so subtle and calming and blends very well with cream or white accents. In this space, a sage wall paper with white abstract spots fills the entire wall behind a white bed with gray accents. A textured white area rug lays on top of deep brown hardwood floors beside a bedroom plant that accentuates the room’s earthy tones.
22 of Beige Board and Batten Bedroom With Orange Accents
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As a nod to American industrialism, a portrait of a wagon train is the focal point of this beige board and batten wall. Because the décor is highlighting Fall colors, plush orange velvet pillows rest against a gray headboard with intricate center detailing. Historical elements like this painting are an essay and effective element in décor centered around a farmhouse theme.
23 of Silver Metal Windmill Wall Display
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Say hello to this gray wood bed outfitted with white and gray bedding. A white nightstand is perched next to the bed under brown wall décor. A decorative, silver metal windmill mounted to the pink wall above the bed gives this bedroom character.
24 of Girly Floral Bedroom Mural
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More of a mural than wallpaper, this gorgeous girl wall is filled with pink flower varietals against a navy blue backdrop with flower dust and green leaves. A large peony defines the center of the wall just above a two-toned wooden dresser. Displayed on the wallpaper are two framed pictures with monogrammed flags above the twin beds for a personal touch.
25 of Boy’s Bedroom With European Wall Mural
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Who says a little boy’s bedroom cannot be classy and carefully curated? The mural of a European city displayed here proves that anything is possible. The designer went for strong vintage city vibes in the careful placement of this mural beside an iron twin bed. Just above the bed hangs a moped, a choice-themed complement to the wall design that looks so complete beside the racetrack rug that lays on the floor.
26 of Black and White Watercolor Wallpaper Design
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If you’re looking for something pretty and detailed to decorate your bedroom walls, look no further than this watercolor-esque wallpaper with gray leaves, vines, and flowers. Accessorize a bold print such as this with a white comforter, and elevate the look with colorful nightstands, such as the navy blue pieces that are featured here. For even more texutre, area rugs with similar colors pair fabulously with accent walls.
27 of Modern Beadboard Wainscotting With Geometric Wallpaper
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Another idea for incorporating two design themes on one wall is a version of modern beadboard wainscotting underneath a geometric printed wallpaper. The black patterned dots that travel across the wallpaper pair perfectly with the wrought iron bed frame. Plug-in gold sconces hang just above mid-century nightstands, an element that is easily replicated without having to do extensive electrical work.
28 of Farmhouse Décor and Little Girl Bedroom Ideas
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Celebrate farmhouse décor in a bedroom packed with sweet vintage features. A wood backboard hosts a white farmhouse bed and a matching nightstand. Make comfort a priority with a cozy gray chair tucked in the corner.
29 of Stencil Wall Design Idea
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This cottage bedroom’s feature wall is split in two by a simple DIY chair rail. The bottom half of the wall is painted in a very pale olive paint, while the top half utilizes the same color, but in a stenciled pattern. The remaining walls are in an off-white, accentuating the bright white farmhouse-style furniture. A wall stencil is a crafty way to incorporate texture without the hassle of laying an entire sheet of wallpaper.
