Turn a blank wall into a fancy focal point with these creative and stylish ideas.

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Its funny how just one small design change can make your entire room come alive.

Case in point: A bold statement wall.

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The good news is that creating a memorable (and stylish!)

accent wall doesn’t have to break the bankor suck up your entire weekend.

From uniquewallpaper applicationsto faux finishes, these clever upgrades will level up your home in an instant.

simple green accent wall in the bedroom

Life Created

Here, interior design firmLiving with Loloopted for a saturated forest green color in the bedroom.

Wainscotting and a neutral paint color set the stage for a series of colorful dog illustrations with matching frames.

It’s an unexpected approach and bold way to add some customized art to any room in the house.

fabric panels accent wall in bedroom

Kieran Reeves Photography

Here,Gray Walker Interirorsadded artwork that precisely fit the space and added a table with fun decor touches.

Take some design inspiration fromAnne Grandinettiof the Ashby Collective and hit the thrift store or antique market.

These are a traditional craft that adds a touch of cultural heritage and elegance to the space.

dog paintings accent wall

Brian Bieder

Create Architectural Interest

Jenna Sue Design Co. ## Install an Unexpected Finish

Bert & May

Who says tile is just for bathrooms and kitchens?

Arch collection) behind his bed for a playful and creative twist on traditional bedroom decor.

Batten became the perfect solution.

bathroom accent wall idea

Anastassios Mentis Photography; Design Determination

An accent wall idea that costs almost nothing (especially if you use reclaimed wood!)

and adds decades' worth of well-worn charm.

Go White on White

Lindsay Harrington for Woods and Ivory

White…for an accent wall?

abstract paint design accent wall

Avery Nicole Photography

This tonal accent wall from Lindsay Harrington ofWoods and Ivory.

Wall paneling was added for some textural depth, then the entire wall was painted an inky black.

Artwork with black details and a long, black throw pillow help tie everything together.

Foyer accent wall with beads

Design Determination

Instead of a wall that screams Look at me!

youll score a subtle and sophisticated accent that brings a cozy layer of comfort to your space.

accent wall niche idea

Jessie Preza

poppy wallpaper cutout accent wall

iSPY Home Design

vintage wall baskets

Clay Grier

pasta tiles in the kitchen

Taggart C Sorensen

Bedroom with wallpaper

Toll Brothers

Bedroom with arched walls

Jenna Sue Design Co.

Faux stone wall panels

Madison Bess for The Honest Home

Painted mural

Racheal Jackson for Banyan Bridges

Wall structure

Bert & May

Minnie and Me Interiors

Minnie and Me Interiors

The Goodies Wallpapers

The Goodies Wallpapers

Anita Yokota paneling

Anita Yokota

Emily Gilbert for Colleen Simonds Design

Emily Gilbert for Colleen Simonds Design

Ricki Snyder for Hilary Matt Interiors; Styled by Frances Bailey

Ricki Snyder for Hilary Matt Interiors; Styled by Frances Bailey

Plank walls

Holly Blain for Rusticx Wild Arrow

Lauren Shaver for Bless’er House

Lauren Shaver for Bless’er House

Lindsay Harrington for Woods and Ivory

Lindsay Harrington for Woods and Ivory

black on black accent wall

Life Created

Mural wall

Ashley Maeda

Jean Parker for Le Jean Design

Jean Parker for Le Jean Design