You may not want to do your entire room in bright red or navy blue, but one wall can give the room a burst of color without being overwhelming. A darker colored wall in an otherwise light room can add drama to the room. Choosing a color in the same family as the other three walls, but in a deeper or lighter hue, can add depth. You can even choose to paint patterns in contrasting colors - stripes are a good choice and add a modern elegance to many spaces.
Material accent walls, such as adding a stone or brick facade, can also alter the feel of a room, lending a classic of rustic air to even the most contemporary of spaces. Wallpapering one wall can be very versatile, depending on the paper, and can add anything from a subtle texture to a bold, eye-catching print.
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| A stone accent wall adds a rustic touch to this contemporary wood hallway (by Philpotts Interiors) |
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| Black wallpaper with a subtle pattern makes a bold statement in this modern dining room (by Atmosphere Interior Design Inc.) |
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| Crisp black-and-white stripes are a great accent in this classic room (Courtesy of Flickr user army.arch) |
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| An interesting, angled wall is painted a darker shade in this living room (by Molly McGinness Interior Design) More photos after the break |
