Innovative Interior Wall Design Ideas to Transform Your Space

Looking to give your walls a new look? A bare wall is an empty canvas that’s just waiting to be brought to life by you! With a touch of creativity, you can transform a plain, boring wall into the star of the show. Well-chosen wall décor can be the focus of your entire room, grab attention, and turn a plain, ordinary space into something that’s truly extraordinary.

Surround yourself with things that you love, and personalise your walls to reflect your passions. Keeping the overall décor theme in mind, here are some fun and innovative interior wall design ideas to elevate your spaces.  

Time to give those bare walls a little TLC!

Benefits of Transforming Your Space with Innovative Wall Designs

Yes, a large part of your wall décor is all about aesthetics, but innovative wall designs also come with a whole bunch of benefits—and can add surprising functionality to your room! Here’s listing out just a few of the benefits that make interior wall designs a must-have in your home:

• They create a focal point: A well-designed wall immediately draws the eye, setting the vibe for the entire room. Think of a calming mural in your bedroom that creates the basis for a restful night, or a vibrant accent wall in your living room that livens up a Boho-chic trend!
• They let your personality shine through: Bare walls aren’t the greatest way to tell your story. Whatever may be your sense of style, whether it’s a bold and unusual colour, unique textures, or hand-crafted macrame—you can express yourself and create a space that reflects your individuality!
• They create the right moods: Your walls can influence how you feel in a room. Warm colours and natural textures evoke feelings of comfort and relaxation, while cool tones and geometric patterns can create a stimulating and energetic vibe.
• They add functionality: A vertical garden, or open shelving with integrated lighting, can maximise space and add precious functionality. This is especially useful in a smaller home or apartment, where vertical space must be well-utilised.
• They improve organisation: Pegboards or built-in shelves on the walls can help declutter your space and keep things beautifully organised.
• Real estate upgrade: A well-designed space with unique features can potentially add value to your property if you ever decide to sell.
• They spark conversations:  One-of-a-kind interior wall designs are natural conversation starters that spark curiosity and draw immediate interest. They become a talking point, adding another layer of personality to your home! Think of a collection of face masks that you have picked up on travels around the world, or travel posters and photographs displayed on a wall.
• They conceal unsightly wiring: Wall panels offer a fantastic way to hide electrical wires and cables running across your walls. This comes in very useful for mounted TVs with surround sound systems, where a network of wires can be easily concealed behind the panel, creating a clean and streamlined look.

Textured Walls

The warmth of Living Coral, Pantone’s Colour of the Year in 2019, energises and elevates this living room.

A textured accent wall is an easy wall to introduce vibrant colour as well as tactile interest to your home. Think of using rough POP stucco finishes for a rustic farmhouse effect, or sponge-finished textured paint with metallic accents for a high-end luxe look. While these textured walls provide a great backdrop for artwork and furniture, they also look gorgeous all on their own!

Vertical Garden Walls

A floor-to-ceiling living wall in this unusual living room adds a giant dose of nature to this space. 

A vertical garden is a great way to add a breath of fresh air to your home décor. You could have a vertical herb garden in the kitchen, or perhaps a bathroom with an indoor courtyard that seamlessly blends the indoors and the outdoors! Think of using grow lights and concealed watering systems to keep the plants lush and green.

Aquarium Walls

This stunning open-plan home features a jaw-dropping floor-to-ceiling aquarium—what a lovely way to bring your space alive!

Ever wonder why so many doctors’ clinics have an aquarium in the waiting room? Watching fish swim around is one of the true-and-tested ways of promoting relaxation. An aquarium wall is a surefire way to add a magical touch to your home! Do note that aquarium walls need careful planning—you’ll need to factor in ways to replace the water and get the tank cleaned periodically. 

Mirrored Walls

This luxe living room gets lively sparkle and glitz with the addition of mirrored wall tiles behind the couch. Note how the wall sconces on either side amplify the light, casting dazzling reflections in the mirrors!

A mirrored wall adds style and depth to any room, and is a classic design trick for creating the illusion of a larger and brighter space. Mirrors reflect and bounce around the light, making your space feel more open and airy, which works really well in small or dimly lit rooms. 

Brick Wall Tiles

The walls in this living room grab attention, with exposed brick wall tiles and patterned wooden panelling taking centre stage.

Brick tile walls add a touch of rustic warmth and character to any space. They come in a variety of sizes and finishes, allowing you to create a look that perfectly aligns with your overall style. These walls are also very durable and easy to maintain, making them a great choice for high-traffic areas.

Wall Panels

In this modern bedroom, the wooden wall panel behind the bed adds style and elegance in spades!

Wall panels are a great way to add a touch of luxury and sophistication to your walls. You can choose from a variety of materials, finishes, and textures, creating a look that perfectly complements your style. From sleek and modern to rustic and traditional, there’s a wall panel option for everyone. Wall panels are also relatively easy to install, and if you’re a DIY enthusiast, this could be a great weekend project!

Stone Cladding Walls

We love the way the luxe marble wall lends an air of understated elegance to this countryside living room!

Stone cladding walls add a whiff of nature to your walls. Whether you choose stone tiles, or a sleek oversized slab, stones make the perfect choice for creating a focal point or adding a touch of texture to your room. Pick from a wide variety of materials, including flamed granite, fine Italian marble, Jaisalmer stone or slate, and take a look at engineered stone veneers as well. Stone is always a timeless investment that will add great value to your home.

3D Wall Designs

A gorgeous wall design in Plaster-of-Paris adds tonnes of style to this contemporary bedroom. 

3D wall designs are a clever way to add depth and a touch of drama to your plain walls. Make your walls the focus of all attention with 3D wall art in POP, MDF, wood or metal. You can even fashion your own artistic mural in 3D with broken terracotta tiles or bits of ceramic ware. Channel your inner artist, and craft a showstopper of a wall that completely transforms your space!

Wrapping Up!

We hope these ideas have inspired you to get started on transforming those bare walls into works of art! For customised interior wall design ideas, and whole-house interior transformations, do connect with HomeLane. We’re just a chat away!

FAQs

1. Can I combine multiple wall design ideas in one room?

Yes, of course you can! Mixing and matching different interior wall design ideas can infuse visual interest and depth into your space. Here are some tips for successful combinations:

Look at the bigger picture: While using different elements, make sure they go well with each other in terms of colour palette, theme, or texture. Always keep the overall aesthetic in mind, and visualise how the wall will look when finished.

Stay balanced: Don’t overwhelm your space. If you have a bold statement wall with a mural, you must always think of balancing it with calmer painted walls or neutral and low-key panels on adjacent walls. Let your wall art shine!

Keep functionality at the forefront: Think about how you’ll use the space. A decorative element might be perfect for the living room. Open shelving might be perfect for a kitchen as it adds functional storage, but less ideal for a relaxing bedroom where it can prove to be distracting.

2. Where do I find professionals to help with interior wall design?

HomeLane can help with all aspects of your home interior, including interior wall design. With HomeLane by your side, here’s what you’ll get:

• Expert designers: HomeLane connects you with experienced designers who will discuss your style preferences, space functionality needs, and budget.
• Personalised approach: Our designers collaborate with you to create a design that reflects your unique taste and lifestyle.
• Transparent pricing: With HomeLane, there are no nasty surprises! We give you upfront pricing based on your design choices and materials. This helps you stay on budget and avoid hidden costs.
• Flexibility: We’ll work within your budget to create a design that meets your needs. You can choose from various material options at different price points.
• Project management: A dedicated project manager oversees your entire project, making sure everything runs smoothly and on schedule.
• Communication: We’ll keep you informed throughout the project with regular progress updates. Have a doubt? You can talk to us anytime.
• Hassle-free journey: Our goal is to remove the stress of managing multiple vendors and contractors. We’ll coordinate everything for you, so you can sit back and relax!
• Timely deliveries: And of course, you already know about our on-time delivery promise. We will stick to the schedules we have set, so that you can plan your move well in advance.

3. How can I ensure that my interior wall designs complement the rest of my home decor?

First and foremost, create a mood board that includes paint colours, furniture styles, fabric samples, and potential wall design elements. This helps visualise how everything will come together in a cohesive way. 

Make sure to maintain a consistent style throughout the whole room. If your home leans towards modern minimalism, avoid overly rustic wall features. Similarly, a bright and colourful wall would be at odds in an understated luxe living room with neutral colours.

Pick a colour palette for your room and ensure your wall designs use colours that align with your chosen palette.

4. Are there eco-friendly options for interior wall designs?

Yes indeed! Here are some eco-friendly wall design options:

• Reclaimed wood panels: Salvaged wood adds warmth and character while reducing environmental impact. You can use wooden pallets from fruit crates, or recycle wood from old buildings for use on your walls.
• Natural fibre wall coverings: Options like bamboo, rattan or cork offer a sustainable and unique look. Bamboo chattai mats, or rice-paper sheets are very cost-effective and add a rustic ambience to your home.
• Low VOC paints: Look for paints with low volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to minimise indoor air pollution. Paints that leach VOCs can affect your health in many ways, giving you eye irritation, respiratory problems, headaches, and even dizziness.
• Recycled content wallpaper: There are several wallpaper brands that offer options made from recycled materials. 
• Murals: Wall murals made of bits of broken floor tiles, terracotta or recycled glass add a creative touch, and also help to keep these waste materials out of our landfills—an added bonus!

5. What factors should I consider when planning for an interior wall design?

• Think of how the space will be used. A playroom might benefit from a playful accent wall, while a home office might call for a calming and focused design. In your kitchen, open wall shelves will add much-needed storage, while in the living room a stone-cladded wall can dial up the elegance.
• Factor in the natural and artificial light in the room. Darker wall colours can work well in a brightly lit space, while lighter textured walls might be needed to brighten a dimly lit room. A mirrored wall will reflect and bounce around the light, making your space instantly appear larger and brighter.
• Consider your furniture, artwork, and other design elements to ensure your wall design goes well with them—you don’t want your wall décor sticking out like a sore thumb!
• How much do you want to spend? Innovative wall designs can be budget-friendly or end up costing an arm and a leg. Determine how much you’re comfortable spending and choose options that fit your budget.