How can I decorate my living room walls?

Your living room is the focal point of your home – it’s where you entertain guests, relax on a weekday after work, and kick back to watch a movie with your family. Since you use your living room so frequently, it’s important that you create a space that you love to be in. A tasteful living room wall design can bring your space to the next level and transform a boring wall into the centerpiece of the room. It can also tie together other details in the room and reflect your personality. Keep reading for large wall decor ideas for living rooms.

Living Room Wall Decor Ideas

Oversize Wall Art

One large photo or painting can become the focal point of your living room. Choose a piece that complements or matches the color scheme of your room. A simple, high-contrast piece will draw the eye immediately, while an understated piece can let other features of the room shine.

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Gallery Wall

Drawing a blank on blank wall ideas? Transform an empty wall into a gallery wall! Gallery walls are a great way to have fun with home decor; you can use your own photos or artwork or buy pieces that reflect your personality. You can choose several pieces that are all the same color, or mix it up with a set of art pieces in complementary colors. You can even include wall shelves and planters or wall accents and mirrors to create an eclectic look.

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Brick Wallpaper

This brick wallpaper creates a realistic and tasteful backdrop for any living room. Brick wallpaper works best with warm brown furniture or neutral color schemes that allow it to blend in with the rest of the room. This look adds a stylish and understated twist to your large wall decor ideas for the living room.

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Wall Storage

Choose decor that is both stylish and functional, and use your living room wall as an eye-catching storage space. Occupy a blank wall with hats, bikes, and more to fill space and display your favorite items. Find wall organizers that match the aesthetic of your living room. For a modern space, opt for sleek metal organizers, and for a rustic space, find faded copper or wicker organizers.

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Decorative Mirrors

A decorative mirror can be a great way to fill a blank space on your wall. Mirrors with decorative borders can add a splash of fun to your living room and brighten up the space! You can style this look by choosing one large statement mirror or by mixing smaller mirrors in with a gallery wall.

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Wall Shelving

For one simple large wall decor idea for the living room that will display your favorite items, consider installing wall shelving. You can choose simple, parallel shelves or find decorative shelves to make the look stand out more. Additionally, the items you place on your shelves can be used to accentuate the color scheme of your living room.

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Wall Planters

For a unique wall art idea, transform your living room into a green space with wall planters. Greenery is a great way to liven up a dull space – these planters draw the eye up and fill the room with a laid-back vibe. You can easily choose a planter that suits your living room and that is easy to install. Make sure the room gets plenty of light if you choose this kind of wall decor!

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Giant Bookcase

A giant bookcase covering a wall in your living room is a great way to disguise a blank wall. With this large wall decor idea for the living room, you can fill the bookcase with color-coordinated books for a particularly put-together look, or you can fill it with a collection of your favorite books and decor. A bookcase will also give you extra storage space while serving as a talking point while you’re entertaining.

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Metal wall accents are sculpture-like art pieces that come in a variety of sizes and shapes. These pieces can create visual interest that differs from a two-dimensional print or painting and can lend a rustic feeling to your space. Choose a gold-colored wall accent to brighten your space, or choose a darker piece to create a statement look.

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Oversize Clock

Oversized clocks are unexpected and functional large wall decor ideas for living rooms. The simple lines of a clock are perfect for creating a high-contrast, eye-catching statement piece. No matter what style home you have – from traditional to industrial to glam – there is a clock that can complement your furniture and decor.

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Unique Sconces

A sconce, or light fixture, adds function and style to your room. You can use sconces to light wall art or use unique, decorative sconces as stand-alone wall art. Put a sconce by your favorite armchair to provide a little extra lighting for reading!

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Wall Paneling

Add depth and visual interest to your room with wall paneling or textured wallpaper. Place it on an accent wall – we recommend the wall with your fireplace or behind your couch – to catch your guests’ eyes.

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Boho Wall Hangings

A simple wall hanging is the perfect bohemian addition to your living room. Wall hangings often come in taupe colors that will look great with almost any color scheme. You can also choose a hanging with a splash of color to give your large wall decor ideas an unexpected twist.

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Bright & Cheery Wallpaper

If you want to really brighten up your space, a vibrant wallpaper may be the perfect thing for you! Wallpaper is a great way to transform a blank wall into the most exciting part of your room. Wallpaper the whole room or just the wall behind your couch or TV for a fun accent.

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Tip!

If you are unsure if the wall art size you chose will fit your space, learn more about wall art sizes in our Wall Art Size guide.

With these large wall decor ideas for living rooms, your space will be updated in no time.

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