24 Bedroom Wall Ideas (2024)

13 Modern Bedroom Ideas to Help You Create a Relaxing Retreat

Painted Headboard

In a small bedroom where you can only fit a bed frame, get creative and paint the headboard directly on the wall. Use two-by-fours to add depth, pattern, and a textural element, and extend both the wood and the paint all the way to the ceiling to draw the eyes up.

Layered Neutrals

When working with a neutral color palette in a bedroom, layer contrasting patterns, textures, and materials to add visual interest. Here, a bold but soft-toned chevron pattern on the wall sets a calming yet striking backdrop for a woven leather headboard, rustic wood nightstand, and fluffy white area rug.

Minimalist Bedroom Wall Decor

Take a minimalist decorating approach to bedroom walls by painting them crisp white and hanging a single statement piece of wall decor. Instead of a traditional framed canvas, elevate the space with a sculptural piece such as this bent wood above the headboard. It's visually light and an unexpected yet perfectly fitting addition to this open and airy bedroom.

Mural Wallpaper

A mural wallpaper essentially turns a bedroom wall into a large-scale piece of art for a stunning design statement. It's a traditional look that dates back centuries and often depicts a continuous outdoor scene such as this one. Mural wallpaper has made a stylish comeback in recent years, and to implement this classic wall covering in a contemporary way, take cues from this chic bedroom: Pair it with low-sitting mid-century modern style furniture that contrasts it in style and doesn't block too much of the depicted scene.

Two-Tone Walls

A two-tone design gives these traditional picture molding-adorned bedroom walls a modern edge. A deep blue paint color on the lower portion grounds the space, while the crisp white on the upper portion draws the eyes up to a statement white and gold mid-century modern style light fixture. To bring the two together, a centrally positioned floral painting features both of the colors as well as the dusty pink tones from the bedding.

Painted Geometric Mural

Paint a geometric mural above the wall as an alternative to a headboard. It's a great trick for saving space in a small bedroom and a fun way to personalize walls by adding color and pattern in a unique form.

Ombre Wallpaper

For a soft and moody take on a bedroom accent wall, install an ombre wallpaper. Keep the space light and integrate the ombre wall with the rest of the room by painting the surrounding walls the same shade as the lightest portion of the wallpaper.

Updated Florals

A modern floral print wallpaper puts an updated spin on bedroom florals in this sweet pastel pink room. It adds a stylish yet whimsical touch and pulls in the wide variety of pink tones throughout the room.

Hanging Hat Display

Put a coastal spin on a traditional gallery wall and trade artwork for a collection of sun hats. Assemble five to six hats that vary in size, color, and design and arrange them on a bedroom wall for a playful way to add texture and personality to the space.

Urban Jungle Theme

Incorporate the urban jungle trend into a bedroom with a dramatic leaf print wallpaper. Here, the nature-themed wallpaper sets the scene for a tropical paradise-inspired bedroom complete with a palm leaf ceiling fan, gold pineapple sconces, and a vintage-style trunk for a nightstand.

Black Bedroom Walls

Make a dramatic statement with a coat of black paint on bedroom walls. A dark paint color encloses a room and makes it feel extra cozy, especially when paired with warm woods and textured neutrals. To balance out a deep, solid wall color, bring in an oversized area rug that introduces color and pattern, while anchoring bedroom furniture and providing an extra layer of comfort.

Jewel Box Bedroom Walls

Go ultra-glam with the jewel box trend, painting bedroom walls in a saturated jewel tone such as this deep blue. Go a step further and add extra layer of visual interest with an accent wall featuring geometric paneling and by color drenching the space to further the jewel box idea. Continue the glamorous theme with gold accents, statement furniture, and luxurious textures.

Botanical Gallery Wall

Add vintage charm to a bedroom with a botanical gallery wall. Instead of a collection of traditional prints, create depth and contrast with an eclectic display featuring pressed leaves and flowers, embroidery, botanical prints, and drawings. Choose frames of different shapes, sizes, and colors and hang pieces in an organic fashion for a lived-in, collected feel.

Brass Tray Wall Decor

A collection of antique brass plates stands out against muted green walls in this traditional bedroom. The metal acts as a neutral when juxtaposed with colorful bedding and window treatments, and the trays' unique shapes and designs make for an eye-catching display.

Geometric Wall Paneling

Use geometric wall paneling to create a focal point in a bedroom. In this playful space, it doubles as a headboard and wall decor—a clever trick for cutting costs when redecorating! The mid-tone teal wall pairs beautifully with light pastel bedding and lighting, and adds visual depth to white furniture and wood floors.

Built-In Storage

Maximize bedroom space with a wall of floor-to-ceiling storage cabinets. Create a nook for a bed and balance out the functional nature of the cabinetry with a decorative wallpaper above the bed and a pair of wall-mounted sconces that eliminate the need for nightstands.

White Shiplap Accent Wall

Channel modern farmhouse style and install a white shiplap accent wall in a bedroom. It maintains a neutral color scheme and a bright and open aesthetic while introducing subtle pattern through the horizontal planks. Stick with minimal wall decor such as a single vintage-inspired piece above the bed to allow the shiplap to shine.

Blue and White Wallpaper

Blue and white is a classic color combination when it comes to bedroom color schemes. When using wallpaper with a bold, small-scale blue and white pattern, avoid a busy feel with a solid colored headboard that pulls one of the wallpaper colors for continuity.

Blue Wall Paneling

Create a tonal look with blue paneling on the walls and ceiling that's accented with darker blue trim. The painted wall covering gains an updated appearance in this attic bedroom through pops of yellow, white, gray, and navy in the form of modern furniture, artwork, and bedding.

Built-In Bookshelf Wall

A built-in bookshelf wall in this charming attic bedroom contributes style and function simultaneously. It's an unexpected design choice behind the bed, and along with layered bed linens and a faded area rug placed over wall-to-wall carpet, it adds to the room's cozy, lived-in feel. To seamlessly transition from walls to built-ins, consider color drenching the space with a calming paint color such as this seafoam green.

Chalkboard Wall

Paint bedroom walls with chalkboard paint and turn them into a fun and interchangeable decorative element. Use white chalk to write a meaningful quote, sweet message, or life motto on the wall as a creative and more casual-looking alternative to framed typography.

Stone Wall

Inject instant character into a bedroom with a stone accent wall that gives it a historic quality. Echo the warmth of the stone with hardwood floors and keep the space fresh and modern with crisp white walls.

Wall-Mounted Headboard

Take inspiration from this charming bedroom and mount a painted headboard made out of vertical wood planks directly on the wall. A pair of tufted cushions adds a layer of comfort and brass wall sconces echo two small equestrian paintings. Custom details such as this headboard are what elevate a space and give it a one of a kind look.

Rustic Wood Planks

Create a rustic bedroom design with an accent wall featuring wide wood planks. The organic texture and pattern of the wood adds warmth, while the horizontal placement and width of the planks makes the room feel more spacious. Soften the linear wood planks with ruffled bedding, curved furniture, and an irregular-shaped cowhide rug.