Take your walls from plain to showstopping.
Its no wonder wainscoting details are a favorite of designers everywhere.
Wainscoting is a style of wall paneling added to the lower portion of an interior wall.
Wendy Concannon; Melinda Kelson O’Connor Architecture & Interiors
Dark gray and wood tones in the rest of the space create grounding and help bring everything together.
For some playful contrast,Sarah Tract Interiorsadded black circular hooks.
Keeping the picture frames and content uniform lends to a cohesive finish.
Sarah Tract Interiors
Wainscoting affords you that option a million different ways.
Consider this space byTama Bell Designyour official permission to do both.
Framing out the cabinet in the same color and style as the wainscoting demonstrates intention and creates cohesion.
Chasing Paper
It pairs perfectly with a botanical, nostalgic-inspired wallpaper and crisp white sink with inky black details.
Create a Slatted Accent Wall
Silo Studios Design
Looking for a modern twist on wainscoting?
The natural wood tones bring a sort of Scandinavian warmth to the room while contrasting nicely with sleek details.
Molly Rose Photo; Michael Mitchell
In this inviting bedroom,Collected Interiorsfused modern wainscoting on the walls with a rustic nightstand.
The effect is minimalist, streamlined elegance with a light touch of texture.
Bring Interest to a Staircase
Photo byBjorg MagneaforPJCArchitecture
Staircases are meant to be forgettable, right?
Brian Bieder; Maggie Griffin Design
Play With Unique Shapes
Courtesy ofSandberg Wallpaper
Not scared of a little quirk?
Us eitherafter all, were wild over the geometric twist on this wainscoting example.
This elegant dining room by Meet West Studio is a perfect example of this elongating effect.
Brian Bieder; Maggie Griffin
Jessica Burke Photography; Jenny Judge Design
iSPY Home Design
Jenna Peffley and Bret Gum; Julia Chasman Design
Stephanie Russo; Tama Bell Design
Molly Culver Photography; Meredith Owens
Brian Bieder; Maggie Griffin Design
Madeline Harper Photography; ATX Interior Design
Jessica Brydson; Nash Design Group
Peak Visuals Photography; Melissa McLay Interiors
Silo Studios Design
Nicole Dianne Photography; Collected Interiors
iSPY Home Design
Bethany Adams Interiors
Trevor Parker; Kacy Ellis Design
Kirsten Francis Photography; Studio Seva
Trevor Parker; Kacy Ellis Design
Stephanie Russo; Tama Bell Design
Brian Bieder; Maggie Griffin Design
Nicole Dianne Photography; Collected Interiors
Kiely Ramos Photography; Studio Sonny
Kiely Ramos Photography; Studio Sonny
Brian Bieder; Maggie Griffin Design
Courtesy ofMcGee and Co.
Photography byEric PiaseckiforMendelson Group
Photo byBjorg MagneaforPJCArchitecture
Courtesy ofSandberg Wallpaper
Photo byJoseph BradshawforIn Honor of Design
Photo and Design byFariha NasirforPennies For a Fortune
Photo byRett Peek PhotographyforMeet West Studio
Photo and Design byAmelia Lawrence Style
Photo and Design by Marynn Udvarhelyi forWildflower Home
