I like this design idea to dress up an otherwise boring white wall…take some fabric or wallpaper you love and frame it. The idea is not new but it is executed oh so well by Vanessa De Vargas, owner of Los Angeles-based Turquoise Interior Design. She’s put a lovely light blue print with birds and foliage into a white frame and made it into art of sorts. Makes this little workspace so bright and cheerful. A way to bring in your favorite pattern or textile without covering an entire wall. Great for the wall color commitment-phobes like me.
What do you think of this tried and true design trick? What surface pattern would you want to try to frame to make an artistic impression on your walls?
Happy Wednesday!
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Coco
Photo: Turquoise Interior Design
Oh I love this look! I am a big fan of white walls but I love this touch of color. I would like to see something with a japanese inspired pattern maybe? I love all the graphic patterns lately too! – BOO
I would prefer some ethnic textile for an exotic touch …a suzani or some bold ikat perhaps!! xx meenal
I love this idea! alot eaiers to change in and out rather than rewallpapering your house!
Thank you for posting my clients office! This was certainly a really fun project to work on! Thank you again, ~Vanessa
Gorgeous! Question for Vanessa…is this a DIY project or do you really need a professional? And if the latter, do you need someone that specializes in doing this or can any framer tackle this project? Thanks kindly for any replies!
I live the idea and have done something similar before. I am always wanting to switch up decor so this is a great way to do it! Cheers!
What a great idea! I love it also because you could use more expensive fabric or wallpaper than you would/could normally afford for this small piece and it would provide a fantastic accent! Plus you can change your mind and change it for something else without the big commitment of a complete wall – fantastic!
I love that yellow lamp! Where can I find one (maybe in a different color)?
I love this idea and plan on doing something similar in my 4 yr old’s bedroom. And I just may do it in my office as well….it looks fantastic. The wallpaper Vanessa chose is so fresh and crisp. And of course I absolutely adore anything with birds on it!!
My dream is to have one studio wall covered with cork, then painted white, so that I could pin up all the things that inspire me, photos, articles, colors, poetry, bits of ribbon and sketches for work.
A floor to ceiling Mess of a Muse!
geometric patterns are fun. I love monochromatic geometric rugs, where the design will show but it’s more subtle. or else, all out, bright contrasts for fun and an energized room.
I love that look especially in an office!
I love the idea of using a vintage mirror frame to house a cork board! I’ve been looking for something that will work in my girlie office, and I think that’s the ticket!
Where would you get white frames like that? Could I do this myself?
I’d love to know where the chair came from. Been looking at white Eames chairs all week, but want some ideas for alternatives. Love this space!
Love that wallpaper-anyone know who makes it?
What a great way to add some spunk to plain white walls. Another great idea would be to add cork inside the framework. This would allow the boards to be functional as well as beautiful. Spectacular idea!
Sorry, I just can’t get used to this. The patterns and colors are wonderful, however, wallpaper and fabric art will always look like wallpaper and fabric .. cheap and tacky when framed. Nothing replaces REAl art in my book. Talent is everywhere and available to suit all budgets.
I love this! Great inspiration.
Looks fantastic!