The perfect wall isn't always about the wall itself, but rather what surrounds it. It's about the harmony between the wall decor and how you'll style around it, what you will put around it, and how cozy it will make you by just looking at it.

Starting from the wall itself

We can refer to wall decor as an umbrella term that covers not only the paint or the wallpaper but also the objects you will choose to hang from it. For example, memorable photos, and posters of your favorite bands, movies, and sports, that you will occasionally go through while sipping from your glass of wine.

Starting from the paint, what color do you prefer, are you getting it painted, or are you leaning toward decorative papers? To make a choice, you can start by deciding its use, maybe it's a future or your current bedroom you want to freshen up, maybe it's a balcony you want to make more interesting, or maybe it's the guest room you want to emphasize as a main sitting area where a corresponding modern coffee table would highlight your style.

After deciding on the area's purpose, measure the walls and consider the decor scale. For example, you can use large decor pieces and make the room look bolder. This includes large photo frames, posters, and so on. And if you're more open to simple decor, then you can choose paint (any color you want) and decorate it with simpler and smaller frames the color of which will correspond to the one on your wall.

The general idea of wall decoration

There are many options to decorate your walls with. Here are some more ideas, you could find useful.

  • Paintings and artwork: Prints or original artwork can add character. You can pick pieces that supplement the room's variety plan and style.
  • Mirrors: These can improve light and make an illusion of more space. Whether they're vintage or modern, choose mirrors that match the room's and your style.
  • Wall Racks: Utilitarian and brightening, racks can show books, plants, or workmanship. You can also put a digital photo frame on them, the color of which will correspond to the walls'.
  • Material Hangings: Tapestries and other woven objects can add warmth and texture to a room, making it feel more welcoming.
  • Art and clocks for the wall: These fill reasonable needs while additionally being ornamental.

These are the objects you can use to decorate your rooms, whatever purpose the space has. Now let's understand how you can decorate the area around your walls and what to consider when buying those.

The surroundings of your walls

Firstly, and most importantly, match your style. If you're more prone to modern pieces, then there are many modern home furniture ideas you could choose from. For example, an interesting couch to combine with the coffee table everyone will gather around. Or the seat near the balcony window where you will enjoy your morning cup of tea and soak up the first rays of sunshine.

If your style is more directed toward vintage pieces, then you can choose a delicate antique table that will hold your vinyl player. You can also put decorative vases on it to make the space more inviting. For the full effect, you can combine the furniture with the wall color. A small tip: choose warmer colors and other unique furniture to fully create a vintage space.

Plants and greenery for a modern style

This will suit both of the above-mentioned styles. If you're a modernity lover, then you can go with plants that match well with modern design principles. Here are some examples:

  • Yucca: Yucca is a striking focal point in any room thanks to its upright, sword-like foliage. It can thrive indoors with minimal care and is drought-tolerant.
  • Canna and Alocasia: The large, striking leaves of these plants give the environment a tropical feel. Alocasia, in particular, is a bold statement piece because it can grow quite tall.
  • Succulents: These low-upkeep plants come in different shapes and sizes, making them ideal for the current style. They can be displayed in terrariums or in simple pots.

However, keep in mind, that plant and greenery selection is also for your comfort and aesthetical pleasure. So, you can also go with the plants you adore. For example, you can buy lamp table and put a small plant beside the lamp just to make the area more pleasing.

Plants and greenery for vintage style

Utilize outdated plants to make the space appear more vintage-inspired.

  • Buckets or washtubs galvanized: Planting succulents or trailing vines in these rustic vessels is a charming task.
  • Lacquer Grower: Retro flair is added by using blue, green, or red enamel pitchers, pots, or buckets.
  • Bourbon or Wine Barrels: These wooden barrels are cut in half to make unique planters with an antique feel.
  • Chicken Feeders: Reuse old chicken feeders or waterers as peculiar growers for little plants.

To fully step into the role, you can use an interesting water pitcher as a flowerpot. It will not only be a creative solution but also a conversation starter.

Conclusion

While there are many ways to decorate your walls, the first and main concept is to express your style. Since the purpose of decorating walls is to make the overall space more inviting and warm, so you are free to choose the decoration items that match your character the best.