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Feature Walls

Whether you’re moving into a brand new home or just bored of a particular space, a feature wall is a great alternative to a full makeover.

As the name suggests, a feature wall is a wall that highlights its features – adding interest and energy to a room. It creates a focal point of interest and is sure to get people talking!

The most important thing to consider is choosing the right wall. An easy step in choosing the right wall is identifying where your eye is naturally drawn to when entering the room. Best avoid a wall with windows or doors, as this can take away from the overall effect. Some feature walls work well as a backdrop against your favourite item of furniture, or the main piece of furniture in the room (for example, the wall behind your bed or couch). Chimney breasts and alcoves can also make great settings for feature walls.

Next , decide on the design. Decals are a great idea for a child’s bedroom; it will create a focal point and is a great opportunity for the kids to get involved! Full wall murals are breathtaking and are sure to instigate conversation between guests. Picture walls can beautifully house your memories and paintwork can effectively compliment the existing décor.

A feature wall placed behind the main item of furniture in the room; it draws your attention upon entering. Once applied, enhance the wall and draw as much attention to it as possible. Arrange the furniture to highlight the feature wall, hang paintings or pictures against it or use spotlighting to draw more attention to it.

There you have it; important tips to remember when creating the perfect feature wall.

Choosing Colour

When it comes to choosing colour, there are no strict rules but there are many factors to take into consideration.

Start by thinking how light moves through your house and the effect it has at different times of the day.
Consider the period of your property and whether this also influences your choice. We have vast experience in using specialist paints such as Farrow & Ball which can beautifully compliment a period property (see picture to the left).
Think about the colours you are comfortable with - look at your clothes, your car, furniture and fabrics. Decide on a palette that feels right to you.
Don’t be tempted to use too many colours on architectural features as you may distract from the very thing you are trying to enhance.
Monochromatic schemes are particularly good for irregular shaped rooms as they help to iron out any visual faults.

Colour is a powerful design tool; the right choice of colour alone can alter the size and feel of a room.

Red – is often associated with danger but can also represent warmth, love, energy or passion.
Blue – can be calming and soothing and is thought to encourage intellectual thought. People may find blue quite cold, so choose shades with this in mind.
Green – represents nature and health and is very easy to adjust to - meaning it can be used in any room.
Yellow – has happy, and positive connotations and can look beautiful in both period and modern properties (please see picture to the right).
Purple – this colour is associated with wealth, and luxury. Purple can be a very powerful colour.
White – represents purity and is fresh so it goes with anything. Combine with wood or other natural textures.
Black – absorbs heat and energy and can be very imposing, however if combined with other colours, fabrics and textures, black can work well.

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Feature Walls

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Choosing Colour

Red – is often associated with danger but can also represent warmth, love, energy or passion.

Blue – can be calming and soothing and is thought to encourage intellectual thought. People may find blue quite cold, so choose shades with this in mind.

Green – represents nature and health and is very easy to adjust to - meaning it can be used in any room.

Yellow – has happy, and positive connotations and can look beautiful in both period and modern properties (please see picture to the right).

Purple – this colour is associated with wealth, and luxury. Purple can be a very powerful colour.

White – represents purity and is fresh so it goes with anything. Combine with wood or other natural textures.

Black – absorbs heat and energy and can be very imposing, however if combined with other colours, fabrics and textures, black can work well.