How to Create a Feature in Your Room

Creating a focal point within your chosen interior space is perfect for showcasing a colour scheme, furniture items or piece of artwork and is a great way of making the most of a plain wall, large floor space or alcove area. Using a striking colour, textured fabric or eye-catching furniture you can create an impact in a neutral interior space.

Feature Wall

If you are looking to introduce an accent colour or pattern to your interior space then why not create a feature wall using a statement paint selection or wallpaper. If you have a long wall that runs the length of your room then paint this entire wall in your chosen accent tone and keep the remaining walls neutral or a complementary hue. Wall murals are also a great way of showcasing a large full-length wall. Select designs such as forestry, beach or cityscapes or animal, space or superhero designs for a children’s room. Bold or metallic wallpapers look fabulous on a chimney breast wall and can also be used to highlight an alcove space to accentuate the angles of the room.

Fireplaces

Fireplaces make a great focal point in a living room or bedroom interior and create a centre point in which to arrange your furniture items. Whether you like modern or traditional designs a fireplace will highlight a plain wall or chimney breast area and can tie into the colour schemes and style of your room. If you have a plain wall space then why not purchase a modern wall hanging fire in rich black or chrome with flickering electronic flames that will give visual detail as well as functional warmth. For a more traditional look then place a classic electric or gas fire on a chimney breast area and include marble or tiled surround and base plate with a natural oak, black or white painted mantelpiece that will create a striking feature that can be surrounded by your seating items for a cosy social centre point.

Lighting

There is some fabulous statement lighting available on the high street with varying styles and designs to suit all tastes. A large single light or a collection of illuminations will create a visually elegant and functional focal point in any room of the home. A large chandelier or pendulum style light shade will look fabulous suspended in the centre of the room or positioned above a sofa, bed or dining set for a spotlight style illumination. Grouped lights in varying sizes will look great in a hallway or suspended along with a rectangular table or stairwell for a visually artistic design. Select traditional chrome, brass or gold designs that will reflect the light around the room or for a more eye-catching statement opt for bold vibrant colours that will create a pop of colour against a crisp white ceiling.

Mirrors and Wall Art

For me, there is nothing more mundane than a plain unadorned wall as it creates a sense of emptiness within your chosen room. A selection of wall art or an eye-catching mirror is the perfect way to highlight a neutral wall space and provides the ideal opportunity to showcase an accent colour, theme or design in your interior space. If you love modern art then a large and colourful abstract canvas can look fabulous as the focal point on a neutral feature wall while a selection of wall stickers can be used to highlight more awkward spaces such as alcoves, archways and under stairs spaces. Mirrors make a fabulous feature in smaller home interiors as they create the illusion of space and light while providing a functional space to check out your hair, make-up and outfits. Select a sleek mirrored, faceted frame for a bright and modern look or stick with classic oak or gold carved framed for a splash of period elegance.

Furniture

Furniture provides a great way of creating a focal point within your home interior without the need for complete redecoration. The trick is to select a single piece of statement furniture in a striking colour or design that will stand out against a feature wall. Black painted furniture items such as a circular black dining table and chairs will create a centralised focal point in a neutral dining area and creates a social centrepiece that is eye-catching and practical. A shimmering mirrored, silver or gold wardrobe or dresser will create a luxurious and elegant focal point that will look great against a deep painted feature wall.

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