A focal point is a must for every space: it’s a great way to make an accent, to make your interior bolder and highlight the feature that you extremely like. We’ve already shared some ideas for built-in focal points and some ways to accentuate them, and today’s roundup is also dedicated to accents but these aren’t built-ins. If you can’t build in anything or don’t want to fuss about it, your choice is a usual focal point that can be added to the space anytime and changed if you want.
You may try an accent wall, an oversized artwork and statement furniture as a focal point in your room depending on what you like or what space you are decorating. There are many ways to make an accent wall with different materials; artworks are welcome in any space and can be easily changed anytime, statement furniture is a great idea for those who love some peculiar designer solutions or is a collector. Let’s take a closer look at some examples.
Accent Walls
An accent wall is a very popular feature in any modern home because it’s a simple focal point, it can be rather easily made. There’s a wide range of covers to choose from: wallpaper, various panels, faux and natural stone, faux and real bricks and so on, whatever style you have, you’ll find a proper solution. Pay attention to trendy wallpaper, a statement wallpaper wall is a hot fashionable idea. Bricks, stone and wood will add texture to the space, which is always a win-win thing. If it’s a bathroom, why not clad one wall with bold and interesting tiles.
A statement wall for a girlish bedroom done with realistic floral wallpaper.
An entryway with a black and white geometric wall as a bold accent.
A cottage-style space with a wwhite paneled wall that catches an eye.
The home office accentuated with a black and white striped wall.
Make your bathroom more interesting with bold blue mosaic tiles on one wall.
An exposed brik wall is a great idea for a masculine bedroom or an industrial space.
Black reclaimed wood wall to add a rustic feel to the bedroom.
A tropical print wallpaper wall is a classic and bold solution for any living room.
A geometric black and white wallpaper wall is a chic idea for a Scandinavian space.
Artworks
Artworks are a great solution for a focal point: they can be DIYed, they can be changed anytime and look chic everywhere, from an entryway to a dining space. Pictures, photos, abstract artworks – everything is fine, and oversized artworks are in trend now, so feel free to find a super-sized piece. Can’t find anything you like? Make the artwork yourself and create a focal point in your space with it.
A stunning black and white photo and a bold green chair next to it make a cool accent.
Unique wall art on wood that takes the whole wall is a bold statement.
A bold statement artwork on a black wall is a chic idea and black will highlight it.
An abstract statement artwork is the focal point in this neutral space.
Your own oversized wall portrait is a great idea to make a statement.
A super-sized artwork and a couple of chairs that perfectly echo with it.
An oversized abstract wall art will make your entryway super chic and refined.
A beautiful artwork adds a natural feel to this entryway and catches an eye.
An abstract black and white artwork duo is a chic idea for a modern interior.
A sea artwork is always a win-win idea and will add a relaxing touch to the space.
Statement Furniture
If you love interesting furniture, if you are a collector or prefer going to flea markets and then personalize these objects to your taste, statement furniture is your choice. Unique shapes and forms, sculptural lines, bold colors and crazy upholstery – choose a piece that makes a bold statement that you want. Enjoy!
A super bold yellow tufted sofa makes a cool statement in a neutral space.
A bold emerald sofa makes a fantastic statement in the living room.
A gorgeous shiny gilded cabinet will attract attention everywhere.
A patterned inlayed dresser is an amazing idea for a boho chic space.
A shiny pink daybed looks very refined and is highlighted with gold rim side tables.
A dark aubergine sofa and ottoman make a bold statement and nearly make up the space.