5 Tips on What to do with Your Blank Wall

Blank walls can be intimidating, but once tackled, they can be a great way to add personality and the perfect finishing touch to your space.  So get inspired and give your bare wall a makeover with our 5 Tips on What to do with Your Blank Wall.

1.  Lean it.

                

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Leaning your art is a great alternative to hanging it.  Not only does it give you the flexibility to swap your décor out as often as you like, but you can also display it in unexpected places, such as on the fireplace, piano, or even the floor!  Try showcasing multiple pieces for a layered look, or lean just one or two to make a statement. 

2.  Show off your collection.

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Don’t let your beloved collections gather dust, but instead display them for all to see!  Display objects that are unique to you, such as things you’ve gathered from your travels or items relating to a hobby of yours.  Shadowboxes and shelving can be a great way to achieve this, or you can simply mount your collection directly to the wall such as with these beautiful handmade African baskets.  Not only will this add dimension to your wall, but it will be a great conversation starter!

3.  Bring in the green.                 

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Refresh your space by bringing the outdoors in!  This can be a great solution if you don’t have any outdoor garden space of your own.  Mount plants such as orchids and staghorn ferns on the wall, place potted plants on shelves, or have a whole wall of green!  Even putting a tall potted plant on the floor can effectively fill empty wall space.  Just remember that  different plants need varying degrees of sunlight and maintanance, so choose what’s best for you and your space.

4.  Add shelves.
                                

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If you’re the type of person that wants more functionality from you blank wall, then shelving is the perfect choice for you.  Not only does it give you the flexibility to have an array of items displayed, but it can act as a storage solution for books or any small trinkets you might have.  Try floating shelves for a clean, modern look, or something like this stylish mid-century inspired bracket shelving and desk for a more functional approach.        

5.  Handmade hangings.

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Chelcie by the Sea

Add an organic touch to your blank wall with handmade wall hangings.  They’re a great way to add a pop of color and texture to a wall without taking up too much space.  Featured is one of our own design assistants here at Lunada, Chelcie, and her beautiful creations.  Check out her locally sourced driftwood hangings here and get inspired to add a bit of nature to your blank wall!

Outdoor Living - Get the Look

Who doesn’t love the great outdoors especially when it’s your own backyard. Whether you have a patio, backyard, or rooftop garden by adding the finishing touches of outdoor furniture and landscaping you’re ready to embrace Southern California living.

When our clients were ready to tackle the exterior and landscaping of their home (see interior photos here) they called us back, and we couldn’t wait! We were already dreaming of earth tones, natural stone, and flowering drought tolerant landscape. The design came together to create a backyard fit for family, friends and entertaining. 

The first step was to add architectural details to the exterior facade (see exterior home photos here). LCD proposed keeping the original frame of the house and adding a portico to create a detailed front entrance. For their backyard LCD included a fireplace, barbecue, water feature as well as dining, lounge and workout locale. LCD’s goal was to create an outdoor space that was low maintenance, functional, and that had great style; reflecting our client’s personality and becoming an extension of the interior living space.

Here’s the LCD results:

Brimming with the elements found inside our client's home, LCD continued the warm tonal color palette and ample natural stacked stone throughout the space. In addition the water feature consists of over sized boulders and a dry stream bed. These details come together to create our client's backyard haven. 

To get this outdoor living look, we put together a few key items 

for you below – Happy styling!

1. St. Tropez Teak Outdoor Club Chair | 2. Albee Indoor/Outdoor Pillow, Orange | 3. Alta Pitcher | 4. Kate Spade New York Seaport Tassel Throw, Red | 5. Pillow Perfect Aspidoras Coral Outdoor Decorative Pillow Set - Orange | 6. Crescent 6 oz. Juice Glass | 7. Ike Tray | 8. St. Tropez Teak Outdoor Loveseat | 9. Malta Lantern - Bronze Finish | 10. St. Tropez Rectangle Teak Coffee Table | 11. Fringed Linen Knotted Runner | 12. Cameron Brown Flagstone | 13. Sunbrella Solid Indoor/Outdoor Pillow | 14. Petra Wicker Dining Arm Chair (Kubu) | 15. Bowback 2-Seater Teak Outdoor Bench | 16. Honeycomb Faux Fiber Indoor/Outdoor Lumbar Pillow | 17. Trestle Dining Table (Reclaimed Teak)