Wake up every morning to a beautifully decorated interior that represents your passions, interests, and personality. Once you've found the perfect bedroom furniture (including nightstands, dressers, and bed frames), it's time to add the finishing touch to your space: bedroom wall decor. Gallery walls, open shelving, accent walls, antiques, and artwork are just a few creative ways to liven up your space, and nothing is off-limits.
We've rounded up stylish bedroom wall decor ideas that will inspire you to display everything from unique artwork and oversized mirrors to DIY wall decor (hint: custom headboards). You'll find stunning photos of every design style, including many modern, rustic, and minimalist bedrooms. You'll also find playful ideas for guest bedrooms and spaces for kids. There's a boy's room filled with posters and toys (but still very chic) and a girl's room decorated with cheerful wall stickers and pops of pink.
For couples looking to refresh their main bedroom, here are some romantic bedroom ideas featuring warm colors and luxurious textures. Plus, we've proven that even small layouts can go a long way by using trendy wallpaper, gorgeous greenery, or statement artwork to make even the space above your bed or plain wall look beautiful. Masu. The best part? Most of these ideas are simple enough to complete in a day. All you need is a hammer, nails, and your favorite craft supplies, but even beginners can create a wonderfully decorated space in no time.
hang woven bowl
Hand-woven baskets and bowls add instant texture to your walls, and the combination of patterns and shapes creates dimension. To pull together this bohemian bedroom, interior designer Meredith Owen chose a graphic bed runner and vibrant area rug.
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Molly Culver
Accessorize with tropical wall art
With the right decor, every day can feel like a tropical vacation. Hang a botanical print over the bed and weave in rich patterns and hues, as Collected Interiors does here.
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Nicole Diane Photos
Try wooden wall panels
Instead of a neutral paint color, wooden wall panels enhance the interior. dasMOD's Brown Studio and Sven Simon use natural wood tones to create a cozy space with a rustic yet modern feel.
Aloha Photo Video (Sam Chen)
Lean art on the shelf
Combine two popular design choices: open shelving and wall art. Place a long open shelf above the bed and lean decorative prints and ornaments against the wall.
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Use art as a headboard
Instead of a statement headboard, hang some striking art directly above your bed. If you adjust the size perfectly, it can act as a headboard.
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Lisa Romaine
frame sport flag
Make their room a representation of what they love most: sports. Here, Collected Interiors frames your cherished flags and banners and transforms them into chic décor.
Photo courtesy of Nicole Diane
Choose open shelves
Open shelving is a genius way to display your favorite home décor items, such as vases, books, and artwork. Here, StruckSured keeps it neutral, but a pop of color is always welcome.
emily kennedy
DIY a headboard
Transform an old picture frame or your favorite fabric into custom wall art. Hang it above your bed to create a unique headboard.
Rachel Whiting
Consider removable wall stickers
Wall decals are easy to apply and are perfect if you want to quickly change up your look. Here, designer Xiaolin Lo carefully applies a yellow floral wall decal to bring a cheerful element to a young girl's bedroom.
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Megan Moura
Let your personality shine
Decide on a gallery wall that represents his interests while still looking visually appealing. Then, take notes from StruckSured and tip the books or arrange the toys on the shelves.
emily kennedy
stand up an oversized mirror
Steal a design pro's trick and let an unobtrusive console table act as a surface to prop up an oversized mirror or framed art on your bedroom wall. Finish the look with small flower arrangements and lamps.
jennifer hughes
place vintage signs
A vintage camping sign will instantly become the center of attention when hung on a bright wall, especially above your bed.
brian woodcock
plan a gallery wall
If you really want to make a design statement, frame your best black and white print and hang it on the wall behind your bed. Stick to all-black frames for a uniform look.
Laura Lessen
hang musical instruments
There's no reason to hide your passion for music. Show off your favorite instrument (like a guitar) for a unique look.
mike garten
decorate with green
Take inspiration from your last beach vacation and decorate your bedside table with palm frond plants. If you really want to stick with the theme, hang a framed palm tree print on each side.
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Francesco Lagnese
Fill the white walls with abstract art
Instead of a mirror, decorate the space above your neutral dresser with a large piece of artwork. You can never go wrong with abstract art.
mike garten
Drape a pom pom garland
Add a playful touch by pairing a bright canopy with a pom pom garland. Add some punch to your look with a patterned upholstered bench or decorative pillows.
abby murphy
hang an oversized flag
It may not be the 4th of July, but that's no reason not to show your full patriotism. Instead of a traditional headboard, fill the space with an American flag.
kristin karch
Treat the headboard as a mantel
If your headboard mirrors your mantel, take the same style approach. You can easily achieve the effect by placing some greenery, artwork, and some decorations.
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David Tsai
put the blackboard in a frame
Hang a framed chalkboard and welcome your guests with a sweet handwritten message like “Sweet Dreams.”
christine brandenberger
play with patterns
Introduce contrast into your white bedroom with an eye-catching wallpaper like this teal geometric pattern.
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mike garten
Decide on a design theme
Creating a nautical-themed bedroom doesn't have to be difficult. Don't miss the opportunity to showcase our national flag collection, designed around a red, white and blue color palette.
brian woodcock
Create contrast with black panels
Cincinnati-based lifestyle blogger Anna Mae Groves didn't hesitate to install black plank and batten walls in her master bedroom. The panels not only add a moody feel to the space, but also help balance out the light-colored maple headboard.
Joel Hornberger
decorate a festive wreath
Holiday decorations aren't just for the living room. Upgrade your bedroom for the season with tabletop items like simple wreaths and mini Christmas trees.
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brian woodcock
Display your art with classic wall sconces
To add visual interest to a simple wall sconce, hang a decorative sign or artwork on the wall. You can create a sense of unity by using bedding in similar colors.
Annie Schrechter
Let's take a black and white photo
Find one black and white photo that has special meaning to you and give it the finishing touch to your bedroom. It's that easy!
laura moss
turn curtains into a headboard
Add a trendy curtain-style headboard to your natural bedroom. Bonus: It's an easy way to try out patterns.
frank francis
transform a blank wall
With world maps taking over the walls, your child's travel bucket list is sure to get even longer. Plus, it'll be fun to mark the places you've visited.
mike daines
Use mirrors for symmetry
Mirrors are the perfect blend of style and function. Placing one above each bed in your guest room will brighten the space and make it appear larger.
Annie Schrechter
Embrace the Holiday Cheer
If wreaths aren't your style, hang some swag on the wall above your headboard. Pair it with pine cones for an extra holiday feel.
victoria pearson
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