Best accent wall ideas for 2023

From time to time, we all feel the need to change something in our homes. Even if it’s a piece of furniture, some decorating accessories or the color of the walls, it brings a breathe of fresh air. Nowadays there are many options to upgrade a part of things around the house. For example, an important change with a big impact could be an accent wall. It doesn’t require a big investment but, at the same time, it has a lot of impact.

Firstly, we need to understand what an accent wall is. Briefly, it is an interior or exterior wall that can have different color or shade in comparison with the walls around it. You can create an accent wall with paint, wallpaper or different specific materials. It all depends on the style your home has. It could easily be adapted to any kind of decorating style, material or surfaces.

Most importantly, an accent wall brings dimension and depth to any room. Firstly, it allows you to play with different colors in the same room without overwhelming. Secondly, it’s an easy and impactful option to implement in almost every room. That is to say, if you’re looking some inspiration for remodelling, we’ve gathered below best accent wall ideas for 2023.

Bold accent wall for the fireplace

For a quick and impactful option, choose to paint as accent wall the part with the fireplace. It will stand it up and create it as a focal point. Most importantly, it will add dimension to the room. Try to paint the wall near it in a color that matches and play with some complementary tones for the accessories in the room. It will be a modern vibe that will add charm to your living room.

Emerald Terrace

Play it safe with neutrals

If you’re too afraid for using a bold color for an accent wall, keep it simple and safe with some neutral colors. For example, you can choose to paint the space behind your bed in a safe beige. But, you can choose a special, custom made paint to get it out of ordinary. Combined with with walls and warm colors for the accessories, you’ll get that timeless vibe.

Pure Salt Interiors

Small panel accent wall

An accent wall doesn’t mean it necessarily has to be big. A good option could be a corner, for your desk, for example. It doesn’t have to be the entire wall. You can choose a bold color that will allow to stand up from the other plain, white walls.

Plank&Pillow

Combine colors and textures

If you would love to have an accent wall but you can’t decide about the specific color or texture, just combine your most favorite ones. There are no specific rules for it. It’s your home and you need to make the most of it. For example, in the nursery, you can play with complementary shades and materials that will help you adapt the room to the style your child will want, over the years.

Brepurposed Design

 Fresh style  wood paneling accent wall

There is more to an accent wall that just paint. Besides wallpaper or stone or tiles, you can create one using wood panels. For instance, it doesn’t matter the color, it will add a more cozy feeling to the room. One option could be to use it in the bathroom. If you choose different shades of white for the walls, it will balance the vibe and add depth to the room.

Studio McGee