There are so many ways to make a statement in your home. One of my favorite methods to add drama to a space is to include a feature wall. An accent wall brings attention to a focal area through texture and visual interest while making a space feel open and inviting. When it comes to materials, there are many to choose from to make a wall ‘pop’. Here are just a few of my front-runners.

Brick

Exposed, painted, or white-washed brick are all great options for an industrial look.

Quartz

Quartz or natural stone is a fabulous feature for a kitchen wall to make a timeless statement.

Stone

Stone is a great material to add to a focal wall to create an earthy, natural texture.

Built-Ins

Built-in cabinetry adds dimension and color to a focal wall in your living room, bedroom or office.

Paint

While I don’t often recommend large accent painted walls, in the right setting they can really be a nice feature.

Concrete

Concrete accent walls are a sleek and modern way of adding subtle texture to a space.

Metal

If you really want to make a powerful statement, metal accent walls add visual interest to a space, almost becoming a piece of art on the wall.

Artwork

If you want something less permanent in your space, try a collage art wall with lots of dimension and composition.

Tile

A feature wall of tile is perfect for a kitchen or bathroom because it not only adds in color or pattern, but it also protects the walls from splashing water.

Wallpaper

Wallpaper has really changed over the years and the new patterns and textures they have now really add dimension and the prints are much more contemporary.

Wood

Raw or reclaimed wood have been all the rage lately as an accent wall in modern farmhouse and rustic designs.

Moulding

Painted geometric moulding or horizontal shiplap are popular accent choices because you can create patterns and use different colors to bring in dimension.