Spring is on the horizon, which means so is the time, or opportunity to spring clean. While the cleaning is in progress, it's a good time to also rethink a room's design. And an important part of that design is what get hung on the walls. Kids' photos may be the classic way to cover bare walls, but there's actually a lot more to hang up than just photos, and the possibilities are endless.
So many of the classic wall art items, like paintings and mirrors, work perfectly well. We included them, but made sure they were the most modern or up-to-date products on the market. We also added more interesting ideas for 2020, like wall planters and cork lettering. Whatever style the home has, we have options that will fit right in.
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Wall Tapestry
Wall tapestries aren't as popular as photos, but they're definitely getting there. This one from Pottery Barn is a chic turquoise dot design that could sit above a bed, dresser, or anywhere there's space.
Wall Tapestry ($30, Pottery Barn)
Hanging Wall Planter
Houseplants are all the rage these days, but to take plant love to another level try hanging them on the wall. And not just on a shelf, but literally hanging them up in a floating wall planter. It adds dimension and texture to the space.
Hanging Wall Planter ($34, Wayfair)
Floating Square Shelves
Shelves are a classic way to display knickknacks, but switch things up with floating shelves to add a more modern touch. These square floating shelves can hold anything from books to plants to candles and are budget-friendly.
Floating Square Shelves ($26, Amazon)
Moon Phase Garland
Garlands bring festive cheer to a room. They're also a good way to draw the eye up and across a room. They're fun but affordable, which is always a bonus. This one will work year-round because it's dedicated to the phases of the moon, rather than a particular holiday.
Moon Phase Garland ($15, Amazon)
Metal Floral Wall Plaque
For a more artistic wall decor look, we found a wall plaque that has an intricate metal flower design on the inside that is framed by wood. Use one as a centerpiece, or use several to form a geometric design.
Metal Floral Wall Plaque ($120, Kirkland's)
Round Mirror
Mirrors aren't just for grooming or checking oneself out, they also have several functions in interior design. They can make a room seem bigger, bring light, or just be a focal point. This large gold-rimmed mirror would look amazing in an entryway.
Round Mirror ($500, West Elm)
Peruvian Wall Mirrors
Speaking of mirrors, a collection of them can form an interesting wall feature. These mirrors from West Elm can create a fun feature wall that looks like it was expertly curated by an interior designer. The mirrors in the collection are designed to be grouped together.
Peruvian Wall Mirrors (from $55, West Elm)
Yerbamala Wall Hanging
This yarn-style wall hanging adds a bohemian flair to a plain wall. This one, by Yerbamala Designs, comes in a tan color, is 25" wide, and has a flag-style design. It is handmade using traditional macramé techniques.
Yerbamala Wall Hanging ($180, West Elm)
Geo Assemblage Wall Art
Geometric shapes are another way to switch up traditional wall decorations and this wall art assemblage set is definitely up that alley. It features an art piece of circles, squares, and rectangles with pops of color.
Geo Assemblage Wall Art ($130, West Elm)
Wine Cork Letters
There are a ton of different ways to use or store wine corks, but this wine cork letter display is a way to kill two birds with one stone: have a place to collect the corks and show off one's initials on the kitchen or dining room wall.
Wine Cork Letters ($35, Uncommon Goods)
World Map
This wall decor idea is for all the travelers out there, or folks hoping to explore the world. It's a world map that spans across four panels, but looks like a large work of art. It's printed on mirrored glass, which will bring in some texture to a plain wall.
World Map ($200, World Market)
Etched Disc Wall Art
Fans of vintage or historical-style art will love these etched metal wall discs, which can be displayed in a cluster. The set of three discs is budget-friendly and should give plenty of decor bang for the buck.
Etched Disc Wall Art ($60, World Market)
Watercolor Art
While we included a lot of larger objects to put on the wall, this idea brings it back to a more traditional piece of art. But instead of kids' photos (as awesome as they are) this is a watercolor print. It's beautiful but also abstract. This one is a digital download that can be printed and framed to match the room.
Watercolor Art ($6, LILAxLOLA/Etsy)
Rustic Wall Sconces
Those who love the rustic look will adore these wall sconces, which look like a cute and crafty Pinterest item. These are already made though, so no need to search for skills, tools, and supplies to try to "nail it."
Rustic Wall Sconces ($65, JarfulHouse/Etsy)
Name Sign
Going off of the rustic theme, we love the idea of showing of a wooden sign of a family's last name on the wall. Lots of folks make these on Etsy by hand, which makes the art even more special. These also make a super housewarming or wedding gift.
Last Name Sign ($54, LoveBuiltShop/Etsy)
Patterned Wallpaper
Wallpaper was popular in the 1970s, and it's making a comeback in home decor designs today. It's a simple and fun way to add color, personality, and interest to a room. We found a few designs from AllModern.
Wallpaper Roll ($32/per roll, AllModern)
Arrow Saying Sign
Some folks love objects and art, while others just love a positive saying in an attractive script. This "Blessed" sign is a perfect touch to any room, whether on its own or as part of a gallery wall in the living room.
Arrow Saying Sign ($30, AllModern)
Wall Clock
Like mirrors, clocks are another piece of functional decor that help bring a room's design together. It can fill an empty space above a doorway or in a wall collage. This one is more than 23" across, so it should make quite an impact. Plus, marble is so on trend right now.
Wall Clock ($100, AllModern)
Textured Dot Decal
Decals fall in the same vein as wallpapers. But decals are meant to be used on only a portion of the wall, or to be split up to form a more comprehensive design, like in this case, dots. These add a whimsical, modern touch to a space.
Textured Dot Decal ($49, Joss & Main)
Magnetic Wall-Mounted Dry-Erase Board
Dry erase boards may seem more functional than decorative, but they're welcome in an office, playroom, or kitchen. Choose one with a decorative frame or add magnets and other elements to help it be more design-focused. The gold frame on this one gives it a little more style.
Magnetic Wall Mounted Dry Erase Board ($26, Joss & Main)
