#moody wallpaper design

[hermoodymaximalismhome]

[the-darling-house]

The Grand Manor Mansion, Galveston, TX

I stayed in a room here last week, and while I'm not one to wax poetic about an air b&b, I honestly did not want to leave. Built in 1905 and kept in beautiful condition, it’s such a wonderful house, and I loved staying here!

[maximalismdaybyday]

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[wonkrups]

Contemporary Powder Room

[olivia-sementsova]

Adhd Artists Have Lists Of Forgotten Projects

You know you're an artist with ADHD when you have lists of neglected projects...

Over the last couple of months, I've been slowly adding to a list of all the places where I sell my work online. And I realized this list is kind of long, and I've neglected every single one of these. I honestly forgot they existed until I was reminded.

Etsy Shop

Creative Market Store

Spoonflower Store

A Shelf I Codesigned with CoFo

A Society6 Shop

And to add to that, these are just the places that are active RIGHT NOW and don't include all the online shops I have closed over the years. (I've had a Redbubble shop, a Fine Art America store, a StoreEnvy shop... and those are the ones I remember) Or the social media platforms I've given up on.

Being able to see this lack of consistency in myself is really frustrating, mostly because the underlying goal has stayed the same: To make art and to find a way to share it.

And when I think back on this, it’s always the same pattern. I’ll start something and be really excited about it. I think to myself "Ive finally figured it out! This is how Ill share my work with the world!" I’ll pour my whole heart into it. I may or may not have some success at it. But inevitably a point will come when I think I've either failed at it (like not making enough sales) or I hit a roadblock that makes it harder to work on it (like having to work a full-time job) and I feel completely dejected and hopeless and think "I will never be good at this!" and I close the shop, or stop posting about it, or otherwise give up. Some time will pass, and I will again have some free time and Ill do It all over again, but I won’t go back to build on what I've already done. No, no. I will do the harder thing and start something completely new. And repeat the whole thing again until another roadblock.

Even though I consistently want the same thing, I’ll pursue it inconsistently.

Even as I write this I feel frustration at myself. "Why couldn't I have just stuck to one thing!? I could be so much farther now!"

I'm in my late 30's and finally have a diagnosis and treatment for ADHD. I wish it had happened in my childhood. I wish I could have known why I struggled so much, even with the things that I love to do. And I wish I could have had some tools and support to make my goals more accessible. But there is nothing I can do about the past. I am glad to have this knowledge now.

Now I am able to step back a little and see that there is an underlying consistent goal, and that there is a way forward. I need to build a structure for myself to follow each creative interest as it comes. A place to gather everything together. I think this will be my website. Though I really don't know the specifics of how Ill do it.

Most importantly I want to stop thinking of each of those shops as individual failures, but instead see the underlying goal. And support myself in accomplishing it. I hope you do the same for yourself.

Do you have any long-term goals that you pursue in a haphazard manner? Share that with me.

[gingergirllivinginatolkienworld]

Moody Room. Finally all settled in.

[hometoursandotherstuff]

Interior designer Evie describes her 3 bedroom home in Sittingbourne, UK as  gothic vintage romance. There’s a lot of moody blues and grays, but she’s also incorporated her favorite color, pink.  The walnut cocktail cabinet is the hub of the sitting room.

You can catch just a glimpse of the pink foyer. 

There are so many wallpapers to choose from, one must wonder how people choose. This blue tropical leaf patter is lovely. Evie likes peacocks and the ceiling color is an homage to them.

She incorporates a lot of personal things into her design.

Evie refreshed the existing units in the kitchen with color using vinyl terrazzo. 

The color scheme in the hall matches the kitchen. Evie also loves teal.

Pink corner on the landing. 

The primary focus of Evie’s designs is bedroom design. 

Evie says, “Bedrooms are the spaces where people discover who they are as children, but as adults it can become a space for two people instead of one. It’s a space that can be used to bring two people closer together, created by both, which contains all their creative and restorative needs.”

The office/studio combines a tranquil pink and brown with a sunny yellow floor.

https://priceless-magazines.com/interiors/its-a-colourful-life/

[ofcalloways]

𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐕𝐈𝐄𝐕𝐄'𝐒 𝐀𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓

genevieve  lives  in  a  two  bedroom  flat  near  campus.  paid  for  by  her  parents,  her  apartment  takes  up  the  top  floor  of  a  small  but  stunning  building.  the  building  is  old,  built  as  the  university  was  growing,  and  while  the  historic  beauty  of  it  has  been  preserved  the  space  has  been  infused  with  modern  luxury.  the  entryway  features  italian  marble  floors  and  a  stunning  staircase,  and  two  floors  up  (  by  stairs  or  by  small  elevator  )  sits  genevieve’s  apartment . . .

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though  the  stunning  historical  architecture  of  the  apartment  has  been  kept  painstakingly  intact,  the  space  has  been  treated  to  many  renewals  and  lots  of  upkeep  over  the  years.  it  was    already  a  high  end  space  geared  towards  the  wealthy  students  of  meraviglia  before  genevieve  ever  stepped  foot  in  it,  but  the  most  recent  work  on  it  was  done  by  her  team.  the  design  of  the  apartment  highlights  its  historic  charm  while  keeping  a  clean,  modern  feel.  think  large  windows  and  wood  floors  with  high  end  fixtures,  white  linen,  and  crisp  lines.  while  genevieve  didn’t  pick  out  a  single  piece  of  furniture  or  design  anything  herself,  everything  has  been  perfectly  tailored  to  her  style,  simple,  elegant,  and  expensive.  

the  upkeep  of  her  apartment  is  also  something  gen  doesn’t  play  a  big  role  in.  while  she  does  generally  keep  her  space  meticulously  tidy,  she  isn’t  someone  that’s  ever  done  her  own  laundry  or  taken  out  the  trash.  the  apartment  is  always  serenely  beautiful  and  impeccably  neat,  exactly  what  you  would  expect  her  space  to  be.  it  generally  smells  of  wood  sage  and  sea  salt  from  her  favourite  jo  malone  candle  mixed  with  a  floral  scent  from  the  flowers  that  are  regularly  refreshed  (again,  taken  care  of  by  someone  else,  genevieve  not  at  all  nurturing  enough  to  change  the  water  in  a  vase).  

her  kitchen  doesn’t  get  used  very  much,  but  it’s  stunning  nonetheless.  her  fridge  is  primarily  stocked  with  meals  from  a  chef  on  the  island  and  bottles  of  expensive  wine.  her  gorgeous,  gas,  unbelievably  expensive  stove  goes  almost  untouched,  as  she  prefers  to  simply  order  in  meals  rather  than  to  cook  —  because  really,  how  could  she  spare  the  time  for  that.  what  she  will  take  the  time  to  make  is  a  cocktail  (  she’s  never  been  the  kind  of  girl  to  go  for  a  vodka  cranberry  ),  everything  needed  to  make  the  perfect  martini  is  available  at  a  moment’s  notice.  she  will  often  use  her  kitchen  to  study,  the  marble  countertop  of  the  island  perfect  for  spreading  out  her  papers  and  books  when  her  desk  feels  too  small.  it’s  perfect,  given  that  she  really  prefers  studying  at  home  to  studying  in  public  where  anybody  can  see  how  hard  she  works  (  and  interrupt  her  ).  she  tends  to  alternate  between  her  bed,  her  desk,  her  counter,  and  on  occasion  a  bubble  bath  for  studying,  schoolwork,  and  planning.

the  apartment  has  one  and  a  half  baths.  the  powder  room  off  of  the  main  entry  way  is  stunning  enough,  beautiful  floral  wallpaper  and  expensive  fixtures  (  and  perfect  lighting  for  moody  mirror  selfies  when  gen  is  ever  hosting  ),  but  the  en  suite  is  truly  gorgeous.  featuring  an  enormous  tub,  bubble  baths  a  favourite  of  gen’s,  and  a  large  shower,  of  course  with  a  rainfall  showerhead  and  a  steam  setting.  essentially,  it’s  an  on  demand  spa  in  her  humble  abode.

the  living  room  rarely  looks  lived  in,  but  it’s  furnishings  are  plush  and  inviting.  incredibly  expensive  couches  upholstered  in  white  fabric  that  brings  a  brightness  to  the  space  and  contrast  the  dark  wood  of  the  coffee  table.  there  always  seems  to  be  a  new  selection  of  coffee  table  books  waiting  to  be  picked  through  by  any  guest,  always  featuring  some  form  of  incredibly  interesting  and  cool  subject  matter,  fashion  and  architecture  and  art  infused  into  her  space  in  the  most  unobtrusive  way.  the  space  also  features  a  gorgeous,  original  fireplace  with  a  large  mirror  resting  above  it.  gen,  not  one  to  watch  tv  often,  instead  has  a  projector  hidden  away  somewhere.  the  living  room  also  opens  up  to  a  small  terrace  which  adjoins  to  her  bedroom,  featuring  a  cafe  set  for  breakfasts  in  the  warm  italian  sun.

the  second  bedroom  in  the  apartment  has  been  converted  into  a  space  that  is  so  specific  to  genevieve  it’s  almost  sickening:  a  combination  walk  in  closet  and  office.  perhaps  it  seems  odd,  but  the  pairing  never  gave  her  pause.  to  genevieve  the  way  she  presents  herself  to  the  world  is  another  piece  of  her  work.  half  of  the  room  is  lined  with  bookshelves,  the  other  half  with  clothing,  shoes,  and  handbags.  if  you’re  lucky  enough  perhaps  you’ll  even  see  the  jewelry  collection  that’s  tucked  away,  filled  with  vintage  diamonds  and  pearls  that  have  been  passed  down  to  her.  

her  bedroom  is,  in  a  word,  luxurious.  in  the  center  of  the  room  sits  a  plush  king  sized  bed,  topped  with  silk  sheets  and  a  down  duvet.  on  her  bed  side  table  you  may  find  the  latest  issue  of  vogue  (  which  she  happily  reads  for  the  fashion  AND  the  articles,  a  girl  shouldn’t  have  to  choose  )  or  a  dense,  unflinchingly  complex  text  on  international  law  or  political  theory.  one  wall  features  large  windows  and  of  course  the  entry  to  the  balcony,  diaphanous  curtains  separating  her  from  the  world  while  greedily  allowing  the  light  into  the  space.  her  vanity  also  resides  in  her  bedroom,  gen  preferring  to  do  her  makeup  and  hair  there  rather  than  anywhere  else.  the  closet  in  the  bedroom  is  heartbreakingly  small,  owing  to  the  old  architecture  of  the  building,  in  it  mostly  nightwear  resides,  silky  nightgowns  and  pajamas  as  well  as  warm  cashmere  for  when  she  feels  cold.  while  her  bedroom  is  gorgeous,  it  perhaps  has  more  in  common  with  a  luxury  hotel  than  someone’s  home.  gen  keeps  little  of  anything  sentimental  in  the  space,  a  firm  believer  that  attachments  only  slow  one  down.  of  course,  there’s  also  the  fact  that  the  only  person  she’s  ever  truly  been  sentimental  about  is  her  brother,  and  reminders  of  him  burn  more  than  they  soothe.

[simlit]

2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 25 for Yehl

What architectural or design aesthetic would best suit them?

rococo; especially light or pastel colors, grandiose designs inspired by nature and the pure drama of baroque architecture: one | two | three

If your OC likes art, talk about which piece they would love best.

The Kiss by Klimt is my personal favorite as a representation of Yeryn. Something about the pose just gets me. Both firm and tender, and there's a desperation to the way they hold each other, as well as a deep romance I adore. As for what Yehl's personal favorite would be, I ordered up something sensual, preferably with nudity and lots of drapery and The Cryptid led me to these: Sleeping Hermaphroditus | Undine Rising from the Fountain

What character from myth or fairytale best represents them?

Rapunzel; There are a wide variety of "maiden in the tower" stories, but share similar themes. A young, beautiful woman locked in a tower, usually due to the selfish purpose of others or to keep her virginal. Yehl's younger years are contained. He's only able to go as far as his father allows, making him feel perpetually trapped. Even though he lives well and has everything he needs provided for him, he lacks freedom and agency. As cliché as it is, his story follows the damsel in distress trope, and like Rapunzel, he doesn't really earn his strength and independence until the arrival of the prince. They also both have incredibly long hair.

If your OC was a character in a novel from literary canon, who would they be?

Narrator | The Yellow Wallpaper; Yehl is my favorite character, and it's only fitting that I would choose my favorite short story for him. It's a very feminist piece of literature, but I think its themes are universal in today's world. In the story, the narrator is a woman likely experiencing some form of postpartum after the birth of her child, and her husband, following doctor's advice, takes her to a vacation house and keeps her there. It's more of the same thematic that led me to choosing Rapunzel, but The Yellow Wallpaper focuses in on the woman's deteriorating mental health as she is forced to stay locked in a single room. I relate this to Yehl's numerous unhealthy coping mechanisms for dealing with his life, which he feels he has very little control over. So, the things he can control are generally all just desperate cries for attention. As he grows older, that desperation becomes more pent up and corrosive, more self-destructive, to the point where he verges on the edge of a "snap" on more than one occasion, and in a constant battle with himself as to whether he should give up entirely or to carry on miserably just to spite those that wish him gone. By the end of the short story, the narrator does eventually suffer that mental break, and I just think it's a really tragic and all too real and human depiction of what happens when someone is deeply oppressed by a toxic environment.

If your OC were to live in some other time period, which era would they be best suited for?

Act I Yehl 1920s for sure. First taste of freedom and the falling away of old traditions and restrictions. An endless whirlwind of partying, breaking rules and peak luxury. Post-Taryn and Celaedian Yehl, would probably be 30-40s. The 20s, but more mature.

What piece of moody poetry or novel quote best encompasses your character?

"He wanted all to lie in an ecstasy of peace; I wanted all to sparkle and dance in a glorious jubilee. I said his heaven would be only half alive, and he said mine would be drunk; I said I should fall asleep in his, and he said he could not breathe in mine." - Emily Bronte, Wuthering Heights

What is their character theme song and why? If it has lyrics, which line best fits them?

Why'd you lie in the carnage with me? Why'd you gift me your fallout? You were right, it was on us to see we were holding out."Let Go" - Talos

Talos is one of my favorite artists because of his lyrics. They're not straight forward and he doesn't explain himself, which leaves so much up for interpretation. One of the things I think he does best is embody a feeling of pain and struggle in his music. "Let Go" is Yehl's theme because of how well it personifies that struggle. To me it reads as two people who stay together despite one suffering from extreme mental anguish or fatigue. Maybe it's depression, grief, guilt, who knows. But I think at the core of Yeryn's dynamic, Yehl is such a broken person and Taryn knows it deeply. Though at the beginning he wants little more to exploit that, he begins to take on Yehl's feelings, not internalizing, but simply in a state of constant awareness. Even though Taryn has struggles of his own, this one thing was true early on. He found Yehl's suffering beautiful and wanted to save him in the only way he knew how, by fighting his demons for him. And that line "Why'd you lie in the carnage with me?" resonates with me as Yehl trying to understand that Taryn could love him enough to bear his problems alongside him, regardless of their consequence.

Who is your muse’s muse?

Judine; Yehl always admired his eldest brother. Even from a young age, Yehl emphatically adored Judine. To him, Judine is the epitome of both kindness and strength. In his mind, he puts his brother on a pedestal, believing him to be perfect in every way, and worthy of love. I think the latter, most of all, is why Yehl wishes he could be more like him. As if, if he was just like Judine, he, too, could be loved.

What is a common misconception about your OC?

That he is flawless. As Celaedian, he doesn't lose any of the inner struggle or turmoil of his younger years, he simply matures to a point where he can better cope with them, and prioritizes things besides himself. Even his own son fails to recognize that Yehl isn't perfect. It's such a stark difference to his earlier life when everyone believed him to be a complete fuck up. Outside the context of the story though, I always think it's funny when people see pictures of Yehl without having read the novel, and assume him to be this fragile, precious little bun and Taryn as the dark, menacing force, when realistically their personalities were the opposite of expectation, though nuanced. Yehl has always been mentally fragile, but so many of his behaviors were more of the typical "villain" traits than Taryn's.

What sort of role do they take on in relationships, either familial, romantic or platonic. i.e. are they a defender, protector, nurturer, etc.

Nurturer, even though it takes him a long time to feel strong enough to do so. In his relationship with Taryn, and even with Zehel, he is a constant source of open, unconditional love, and will tell them so even if they can't. He is the softness and the emotionality they lack. They provide him with a safe place to be who and what he is, and he offers his love freely.

What is one thing that they only let those closest to them see?

How hurt he really is. Yehl denies for a long time that he suffered emotionally at his father's hands. He wants everyone to believe he didn't care, and that he was fine. He went out of his way to earn a reputation of being wild and reckless and carefree, but it wasn't who he actually was. He's incredibly fragile, but to him, letting others see him break was an act of surrender. He didn't want his abusers or the people who hated him to have the satisfaction of knowing what they did affected him. Taryn, Judine and Linaea were the only people who could see through him, but Taryn is the first and only person he finally lowered the mask for, and is still the only person he feels safe enough with to openly admit it to.

How would their life be different if they had never met their partner?

I think the sad part is that Yehl really would have been worse off if he'd never met Taryn. He sort of did need someone to come along and save him, because he really couldn't help himself, and even if he could, he'd been so beaten down he'd more or less given up. He would have wasted away on the chain his father had given him. Never loved or been loved, never seen the world. He would have lived his false charade of a life until he faded away, and very few people would have ever known him well enough to miss him.

What was the moment at which they knew they were in love, or was it a slow buildup?

It was a slow buildup, but he felt the physical attraction first. It wasn't until much later when he realized Taryn had the capacity to be gentle with him that the emotional attraction began.

What was it about their significant other that made them fall in love with them? Was it a single eye-opening experience or many gestures over time?

It was Taryn's willingness to listen and actually hear him that Yehl fell in love with. Taryn was the first person he could truly talk to, and honestly, Taryn is a really good listener. Being able to confess things openly was both terrifying and deeply liberating for Yehl. And when Taryn begins to offer more in the way of protection and defense, giving Yehl the space to be weak and vulnerable, as well as a strong force which Yehl could rely on, he can't help but to fall for him.

Which “tortured artist” does your OC share the most similarities with?

Virginia Woolf; Virginia suffered several severe depressive episodes, eventually leading her to take her own life. I think, unchecked, Yehl might have met the same grim fate. Like Virginia, I think what Yehl was passionate about, keeping his mother's memory alive, tending to her garden, and keeping up his walls in spite of everything, kept him going, allowed him an escape, and he was able to outrun his own distress until he found his "cure", so to speak. Unfortunately in the real world, it hardly ever works that way.

What does your OCs handwriting look like? 

[hermoodymaximalismhome]

[kaashni-co-in]

Gothic interior design: dark and dramatic

Gothic interior design is not for the faint of heart. It is a style that embraces the dark and dramatic, creating spaces that are moody and atmospheric. This style is inspired by Gothic architecture, which features pointed arches, vaulted ceilings, and intricate ornamentation. Gothic interior design incorporates these elements in a variety of ways to create a space that is both beautiful and haunting.

One of the key features of Gothic interior design is the use of dark colors. Black, deep purples, and rich reds are often used to create a sense of drama and mystery. These colors are typically paired with metallic accents, such as brass or copper, to add a touch of glamour and luxury to the space.

Another key features of Gothic interior design is the use of ornate and elaborate details. This can include things like intricate carvings on furniture, intricate patterns on wallpaper, and stained glass windows. The overall effect is one of luxury and elegance.

Another important element of Gothic interior design is the use of ornate furnishings and decor. This can include intricately carved wooden furniture, tapestries with rich patterns and textures, and chandeliers with dripping crystals. These elements add to the overall sense of opulence and grandeur that is often associated with Gothic style.

Dramatic lighting is another key element of Gothic interior design. Candles, chandeliers, and wall sconces are often used to create pools of light and shadow, adding to the sense of mystery and intrigue. These fixtures are often ornate and dramatic in themselves, featuring intricate metalwork or crystal accents.

Gothic interior design is not for the faint of heart. It's a style that requires a certain level of commitment and a willingness to embrace the darker side of things. But for those who are drawn to its dramatic and atmospheric qualities, it can be an incredibly rewarding and inspiring style to work with.

While some may associate Gothic interior design with horror films or spooky haunted houses, it can also be a luxurious and sophisticated style when done right. For example, ornate detailing on furniture and architectural elements, such as arched doorways and vaulted ceilings, can add a sense of grandeur to a Gothic-inspired space.

Gothic interior design also incorporates a variety of textures and materials to create a rich and layered look. Velvet, leather, and silk are often used to create a sense of luxury, while stone and wrought iron can be used to add a sense of weight and durability to the space.

Overall, Gothic interior design is a style that is perfect for those who want to create a dark and dramatic space that exudes a sense of luxury and opulence. Whether you're looking to transform your entire home or simply add a touch of Gothic style to your living room or bedroom, this style is sure to make a statement.

[ashleyasinashley]

⁠ Dining Room by Katie Rosenfeld in Massachusetts, 2021 📸 Read McKendree ⁠ ⁠ #interiordesign #inspiration #vintage #vibe #homedecor #moody #style #beautiful #design #details⁠ #foliage #vine #wallpaper #jasper #grace #alloverprint #printedtextiles #pattern https://instagr.am/p/CuGzdE6O-eu/

[maytheoddshq]

Valentina Ashblossom (she/her). District Three Stylist. Thirty-one. Jameela Jamil.

Valentina Ashblossom was born for the high life. From the day she was born she was carefully coached in the right clothes to wear, the right things to say, the right people to charm. Her birth was something of a momentous occasion in the socialite circles, the product of two of the Capitol’s most influential– her father, a movie star, her mother, old money. 

  She knew from a young age that her future lay in design. Valentina was always a passionate creative, papering her childhood bedroom walls with her own colorful artwork (to have it taken down by her mother with a scolding for ruining the wallpaper), and staying up late at night with a flashlight under the covers to light her sketchpad and colored pencils. Her vibrancy radiated into every corner of her life– she picked the brightest clothes, the most flavorful foods, and the busiest music as her favorites.

  There was something offbeat about her in it, but she grew well into the socialite she was raised to be, if perhaps a little loud, a little gauche. There wasn’t much to admonish when she had all the charms to appease her parents that she was upholding the Ashblossom name well. 

  Valentina, of course, was not satisfied to relegate herself to a life of circular parties and social graces, though. It didn’t have enough sparkle for her, nor did it give her any good outlets for all of her energy. It started small, as a hobby, designing this and that dress herself to wear to events, too bored with what she could find in the shops. Her tastes weren’t everyone’s cup of tea, but she was asked to make one for a friend. Then a friend’s friend. Steadily, she built herself an accidental client base, and it occurred to her she’d created a small business for herself.

  The problem: Valentina didn’t do small. So she threw herself headfirst into the world of design, fashion, and styling for Capitol elites. It was a friend who had suggested she apply to be a stylist for the Games, and she’d put her application in after careful, meticulous work and agonizing over her sample pieces. She got the job. Not only did she get the job, she got it for Three. Three. She’d been hoping for One or Two or maybe Four, of course, but Three was not a terrible place to begin (though she had the feeling the Ashblossom name might have had something to do with such an impressive first placement). Valentina is honored and excited to be a part of something as high profile and well loved as the Hunger Games. She enjoyed them as much as the next Capitolite before, but it had always coincided with the highest volume of social events of the season. She kept up to keep up with conversation at parties. Now, though, she’s proud to say she’s part of the prestigious team making it all happen. And that her designs with the Ashblossom tag will receive national attention.

  As a stylist, she loves glitz, color, drama, and details. She doesn’t believe in understated, and that more is, truly, more. As a genuinely extroverted and bubbly individual, she is kind to her tributes and team, but is oblivious to the gravity of the fear and stress they feel over the Games. To her, it was never a concern, never much more than a necessity and something entertaining to watch a couple of times a year, and it’s difficult for her to get her head around a reality that is much different from her sheltered Capitol worldview. She doesn’t respond well to criticism, and she’s prone to moodiness and frustration if something isn’t going exactly to her vision.

(+) Ambitious, energetic, creative

(-) Frivolous, oblivious, moody

[whentherewerebicycles]

mmkay worked from 7-11 and then took a break to paint a biiiiiig section of the walls with my favorite dark moody green-blue (the one on the left in the original photo). currently waiting for it to dry so i can do a second coat & make a final decision by this evening. tbd but i might not even need the flat finish because the LRV on that one is so low it just straight-up absorbs a lot of the glare from the overhead lights lol. i’m going to do some more work at work in a bit but am taking a little break now to have some fun on pinterest thinking about powder room design.

as you recall i have that ugly half-wall of tile running around three walls of the bathroom (why not all four? i have no idea. no design choice in this bathroom makes sense to me). kristin thinks the paint will distract from it & i can leave it as is, but i’m

option 1 is marble contact paper, which would look something like this:

i like the look of marble and the white would brighten up the dark a bit, though i can’t decide if i’d actually want that much contrast. it might depend on how dark the room feels when it’s fully painted.

option 2 is to do something like peel-and-stick subway tile on that half wall:

this has a clean, simple look that appeals, but i also feel like subway tile can be a little boring - like to me, in this image, the wallpaper and the flooring are the most interesting parts of the room, and the white subway tile is just like, eh, it’s there.

option 3 is to do peel-and-stick wallpaper over the tile in an interesting but neutral print. i found an online store that has thousands of designs but lets you customize the colors when you print, which is SO cool. the problem then is i’d have to decide on a color scheme and pattern... and that means deciding whether i want to lean into the moodiness or brighten up the dark with something brighter and more playful.

some options (again, all of the background and accent colors can be customized):

i think a fairly neutral big design like one of the last three could be nice... wouldn’t feel too busy and i could mess around with the colors to find something that blended in with the paint above rather than contrasted sharply. but of course, since i am me, the flamingos are definitely my favorite lol and i do think they’d look absolutely delightful with that saturated jewel-tone blue-green. but i’m still not sold on the idea of wallpaper on the lower half of the wall... i think it looks lovely on the top half of a powder room wall, especially if it’s more like the top third of the wall... but alas that option is not available to me.

the other hesitation i have about the wallpaper route is that i don’t want the style and colors to compete with the art. i’m not decided yet on the style of art i want in there but i know i want it to be something that feels a bit different from the living room gallery wall. (i also don’t think i want to do a gallery wall in the powder room - just a few smaller pieces that will pop against the dark jewel tone walls).

i’ve been eyeing this artist’s work, as i find her style dreamlike and surreal and unsettling:

she has lots more including some brighter & higher contrast ones if the darker images look too dark against the walls. i just find them marvelously weird (that last one is called “dance of the vampires” lol) and i could see that being a cool vibe for a moody dark bathroom to have. but i’m also not entirely sure it’s aesthetically consistent with the rest of the downstairs... i think my style leans more whimsical, colorful, playful with lots of animals... and these are more surreal. but then i guess the bathroom could have a dreamy surreal nighttime feeling, like playful but in a way that’s sort of an inverse of the other rooms. to think further!!!

my other idea was to maybe do a large mirror or a mirror gallery wall of eclectic small mirrors with interesting frames on the wall facing the hallway, both to catch a bit more light from the hall and to add some visual interest that isn’t art. something like this but smaller (and probably with less ornate frames too idk these are kind of intense):

those are my ideas!!! not sure which if any will pan out but i am so psyched about the paint... it’s good to be moving on this project yknow? even if i end up piecing the rest of it together a little more slowly over time.

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Removable Floral Wallpaper , from bright and blousy blooms to dainty daisy-chains, add character like nothing else to a room. Timelessly versatile, floral prints make perfect wallpaper ideas for period homes, and there's plenty of interior inspiration available from across the centuries. Whether you're looking for all year round spring cheer or want to create a moody damask tone, we've got the perfect floral wallpaper for you. 1. CHOOSE BLUE FLORAL WALLPAPER TO CREATE A SERENE FEEL For a pretty personal touch in a vintage living room, why not try creating a floral feature wall using a découpage technique? Start with floral wallpaper peel and stick of Annie Sloan’s Svenska blue chalk paint, and then, once dry, apply a selection of floral paper cut outs using the Annie Sloan Image Medium, both £5.95 for 120ml. Finally, finish with Peel and Stick Floral Wallpaper Mural of the Antoinette shade to give a faded feel. To complement the pastel look pair with a sofa in Annie Sloan’s Antoinette and Old White linen, £39.95 per m. 2. PICK AN INTRICATE PINK FLORAL WALLPAPER TO ADD CHARACTER Naturally calming, pastels are a brilliant choice for a bedroom. Try a muted wallpaper, such as this Savuti design in Stone neutral from Cole & Son, and co-ordinate with sofa pink upholstery and accessories like these from The Secret Linen Store. 3. CHOOSE A BRIGHT, MODERN FLORAL WALLPAPER TO MAKE A HALLWAY SUNNY Create a blooming, beautiful hallway with a bold flower wallpaper in sunshine shades of yellow, marigold and hot pink - such as Ariadne’s Dream Wallcovering Multi from Clarke & Clarke. floral wallpaper mural of a wall and add panelling to the lower third, painting it in a co-ordinating teal blue, such as Farrow & Ball's Dix Blue estate emulsion. 4. PICK A LARGE FLORAL WALLPAPER FOR A MURAL EFFECT With their signature watercolour effect, the North Garden wallpaper from Bluebellgray uses rich jewel tones with an inky watercolour texture to create a delightfully floral mural. Use Pink And White Floral Wallpaper on one wall to create an eye-catching feature. 5. PICK A VINTAGE FLORAL WALLPAPER WITH POPS OF COLOUR This bright, romantic print gives a classic design a modern flair. Inspired by 18th century Chinese and East Asian traditions, the Chinoiserie Collection from Graham and Brown features intricate hand painted motifs and bright pops of colour in the pink blooms, lifting the whole space. 6. CHOOSE A BRIGHT FLORAL WALLPAPER TO CAPTURE A TASTE OF THE MED Transport your dining room to the warm and colourful Mediterranean with this Talavera design, £76 per roll, from Matthew Williamson at Osborne & Little. It takes its inspiration from Talavera’s ceramic industry, as shown through its gorgeous repeating pattern of luscious blood oranges, pomegranates and pears combined with a vibrant trellis of ribbons and vivid hedgerow flowers. 7. CREATE Vintage Wallpapers Blending classic art and modern design this characterful wallpaper from British based design studio Woodchip & Magnolia creates an effortless statement wall. Each framed 'painting' appears hand dipped into pastel colours to create a modern art gallery effect. For more inspirational gallery wall ideas, take a look at our desig