Off the Walls

WE SPOTLIGHT THREE WAYS TO TRANSFORM AN UNINSPIRED ACCENT WALL INTO A CONVERSATION STARTER

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

A WALL MURAL 1

Murals create an instant focal point in a space. While wallpaper continues to trend, murals present an opportunity to go bigger and bolder. They can depict everything from florals and botanicals to landscapes and exotic environs, meaning they’re an easy and elegant way to bring the outdoors in. In contrast to traditional wallpaper, which offers a seamlessly repeating print, wall murals contain scenes in panels. Adhesion methods, finishes, and sizes vary, so be sure to do your research to ensure you select the best option for your desired result. Visit the West Palm Beach wallpaper showroom of Chelsea Lane and Company to peruse an extensive library of wallpaper murals, including those from Naples-based company Daisy Bennett Designs. (chelsealaneco.com)

A Living Wall

While people’s affinity for biophilic design (which centers around incorporating natural elements into indoor spaces) started well before COVID-19, the quarantine and post-pandemic fallout spurred an uptick in its popularity. A prime example of this is living walls. Once reserved for hotel lobbies and luxe shopping plazas, living walls are now popping up in home interiors. Lindsay Scherr Burgess and her team at Green Wallscapes in West Palm Beach create unique moss art walls without the maintenance—no watering or special lighting are necessary. She offers a variety of styles (like Amazonia and Botanica) and the choice of a subtle neutral palette or a bolder look with succulents and ferns added into the mix. (greenwallscapes.com)

3d Wall Panels

The idea of 3D wall panels is new to many. Essentially, it involves covering a wall with a decorative material that has three-dimensional surface patterns. These panes create instant dimension and texture in a more minimalistic way. Materials range from wood, metal, and glass to plant fibers and plastic, and aesthetics run the gamut from traditional to contemporary. Depending on your choice of material, many can be primed and painted in just about any hue. In South Florida, Victoria and Emmanuel Soler, the husband and wife behind CSD3DWalls, have been transforming spaces with 3D wall panels since 2016. Their team meets with clients to discuss design and color options as well as lighting and other environmental considerations before the final installation. (csd3dwalls.com)