{"id":6331,"date":"2020-07-08T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-07-08T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mosaicslab.com\/blog\/?p=6331"},"modified":"2020-07-07T18:24:53","modified_gmt":"2020-07-07T22:24:53","slug":"creating-the-perfect-feature-wall-5-terrific-tips-to-follow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mosaicslab.com\/blog\/creating-the-perfect-feature-wall-5-terrific-tips-to-follow\/","title":{"rendered":"Creating the perfect feature wall: 5 terrific tips to follow"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

(5 min read)<\/strong>\u00a0Colorful and mind-boggling eco-conscious mosaic, Harry Styles\u2019 Watermelon Sugar video, the smell of coffee in the morning, Junji Ito\u2019s upcoming release, summer petrichor (google ppl), my new red converse, this magnificent blog and all of the people and effort behind it\u2026 Done. Once upon a time, my boss told me that it is very important to start every article with a positive note, otherwise readers will just move on to something lighter and fluffier. So there you go. I started with a positive note. Actually, several of them. Now here\u2019s how I wanted to start\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Interesting and unique feature wall.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/br>

So far 2020 has been one tough (*insert most frequently used cuss-word) to most of us. We\u2019re still staying indoors, scared to go out into the \u201creal world\u201d because someone might sneeze in our general direction. In such an atmosphere, it is only normal that we want to make some changes in our homes. Needless to say, most of us are on a budget due to the whole economic situation, so some huge renovations might be impossible at the moment. However, you don\u2019t have to buy new furniture or redesign your whole home interior to get a new vibe (millennial lingo\u200a\u2014\u200achecked)) out of it. Creating a feature wall will be enough to freshen up your space and make it look brand new and eye-catching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Simple, but effective feature wall. Photo courtesy of Homedit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/br>

A feature wall is also known as the accent wall and it provides some awesome opportunities to experiment with shapes, textures, patterns, colors, and ideas in general. Depending on your sensibility and what you are trying to achieve with your space, your feature wall can be either subtle or high impact. We will mention some general rules you should try and follow when choosing and designing the feature wall regardless of the type of effect you are going for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Colored brick wall as a focal point.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/br>

1. Choosing your wall<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First of all, as much as you would like to make a feature wall you should really consider refraining from it if your living room is really small. An accent wall will only make your room look smaller and crowded. If you want to do something bold with your walls, like going for a flashy color or pattern, you will be better off painting all walls, rather than just choosing one. Furthermore, when creating a feature wall, you should use the one the sofa or your couch is in front of. Also, depending on the style of your living room, you can use the wall where your mantel sits or where the TV is placed. You should avoid using the wall with the window on it, because it may end up looking unfinished.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Choose your wall wisely. Photo courtesy of Mercer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/br>

2. Mixed materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now in all seriousness, if you are creating a feature wall opting for a mosaic is truly a no-brainer. You can\u2019t go wrong with a piece of mosaic art there. Whether you decide to put a subtle artwork in the middle of your wall and make a minimalistic statement, or you go all out and cover your whole wall with a gorgeous piece of mosaic art, you will be doing the right thing. Mosaic is an accent in its own right and nothing speaks to change and evolution more than an attention-grabbing intricate artwork on your wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A scene from nature mosaic art as a feature wall. Mosaic Artwork<\/a> by Mosaics Lab<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/br>
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Colorful mosaic feature wall.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/br>

3. When on a tight budget\u200a\u2014\u200awork with what you\u2019ve got<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hmmmm, tight budget advice\u2026 let me just throw some out there and if we\u2019re lucky, you will be inspired to create a great accent wall on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n