WALL DECOR
TRUSTWORTHY C F Voysey's circa 1907 "Fool's Parsley") Fools Parsley wallpaper design with birds perching on green foliage and floral pattern, by C.Voysey produced by Sanderson & Sons. England, Copyright © Victoria and Albert Museum, London / V Images Traditional Powder Room, New York Here's an example of what happens when the same materials are used for clients in their old home and then again, with some changes, in their new home -- 2 different looks. Materials in both: Waterworks brown pennyround floor tile, Emperador dark marble countertop, wall mounted faucet, Toto toilet, vintage look wall sconce. Photo: Wing Wong URL http://www.traceystephens.com
Frame Trends Frame trends don’t pass as quickly as clothing and makeup trends. Framing can be pricey, so you want your investment to last and look good for a long time. However, there are a couple of framing trends of which you should be aware. Custer says white frames are particularly hot right now, especially with contemporary art, as shown here. “White is the new black,” he says.
ART FRAMES This installation shows a collection of small photographs bordered by proportionally wide mats. Zach Custer of Anthology Fine Art and Custom Framing in Denver says that this scenario creates more wall presence. “If you have a small piece of art that you really want to have grab attention in a room, creating a very large presentation will certainly draw people in to investigate,” he says.
PHOTO GRID Knof says that she didn’t want the back wall of the family room to get lost, so she created a gallery wall out of black-and-white photos to add depth and interest. “Since the homeowners recently got married, they had all these wonderful professional photographs to choose from,” she says. Thirty-two 8-by-10-inch framed photographs line the wall in a grid layout. A vintage-inspired trunk bar and a pair of distressed leather stools complete the scene.
Wild things. This bunny-and-bird-patterned wallpaper, created from an original linocut by painter and printmaker Mark Hearld, is equal parts elegant and sweet. Consider using it as a lovely backdrop for a powder room, breakfast nook, or nursery. Wallpaper: Harvest Hare, Mark Hearld, St. Jude’s Show us: Have you made over a space with wallpaper or another wall application? Please take a photo and share it in the Comments! More Considering Wallpaper? Here’s How to Get Started
Cartography. Maps can be as beautiful as any work of art, especially when blown up large enough to appreciate the details. When picking a map wallpaper, consider choosing a place that holds special meaning for you, whether that’s somewhere you spent time — or a place you long to visit one day. Wallpaper: Antique Map of Bath, Wallpapered
Family photos or Postcards. Do you have a collection of postcards from your own travels or your friends’ travels that are sitting in a box unappreciated? Consider framing a series of them to create a wall collage. Using the same frame for each postcard and choosing a structured layout on the wall will keep the focus on the images.
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WALL ART Weather vanes. Collections of almost any kind have the potential to make great wall pieces, but objects with interesting patterns, colors, shapes or expressions especially add character to a room. Take a look at this collection of metal weather vanes mounted with brackets in the foyer of a home in upstate New York. Each animal stands out against the white wall, while the different patinas pick up tones from the side tables’ metal knobs and the warm wood of the floor. Each vane is unique, but they all work well together in a grouping.
Kitchen nooks and crannies. Typically, I find there isn’t too much paintable space in the kitchen. But when I do find it, it’s between the cabinets, appliances and backsplash. When space is limited, I always encourage owners to go bold and use colors that offset the room’s features. For example, in a kitchen with white cabinets and natural stone countertops, pick a hunter green or dark blue. In large quantities, these dark shades might feel overwhelming, but in small quantities, they give the room a strong dimension.
Hojas Cubanas, Removable Wallpaper, Rich Emerald, 56.37 Sq. Ft. 6 Saves $125 Free Shipping! Shipping & Seller Information Estimated delivery: Aug. 15 - Aug. 19; ships to 03782 (change) Quantity: 1 Add to Cart 2 Sizes: 56.37 Sq. Ft. Product Description Tempaper is self-adhesive, peel-and-stick, temporary wallpaper that can be applied and removed easily. To apply, a back layer is peeled away to expose the adhesive. You can then press the paper onto a smooth, primed and painted surface. Just peel off to remove. Tempaper is repositionable during the application process Sold as 1 double roll of 20.5 in. x 11 yds. = 56.37 sq. ft. Hojas Cubanas repeat is 24 in. Install horizontally. It is recommended that you apply Tempaper to surfaces that have been painted with an eggshell, satin or semi-gloss paint. Tempaper is not recommended for use on flat paints or textured surfaces. Read More Product Specification Manufactured ByLOLLIPROPS, INC., LPI Size/WeightW 396" / D 0" / H 20.5" / 0 oz. ColorRich Emerald MaterialsSelf-Adhesive, "Peel-and-Stick", Temporary Wallpaper DesignerTempaper
The homeowners already had this banquette, which fit perfectly next to the fireplace. One of the homeowners is of Indian descent, so Henry brought a bit of India into the room by layering the blue textile over the banquette. The side tables are Thai metal rain drums, which are traditionally kept outside to make wonderful sounds in the rain. Petite floor lamps make this a cozy spot for reading. Though the fireplace is original, most of the moldings are part of the renovation. Wall paint: Noodle, C2; textile on sofa: Quadrille
Patterned Backdrop Stacked sliding frosted-glass doors hide a fun surprise in this basement closet by Jackson Design Build — crisp geometric wallpaper and a fully functioning laundry zone. The doors slide into the wall, opening up the space to reveal a wallpapered laundry zone complete with petite sink, laundry sorter, drying rack and shelving.
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