25 Unique Wall Panelling Ideas to Accent the Wall Behind the Bed
These bedrooms show some eye-catching wall panelling designs that add oodles of style to the look of the bedroom
Decorative wall panels are a great way to infuse colour, texture and character into a simple bedroom and transform it into an extraordinary space. They can be made in materials such as wood, MDF, glass, vinyl, fabric, PVC and so on. Wall panels can be installed on the wall behind the headboard of the bed so that they become the focal point. Take a look at the wall panelling of some well-designed bedrooms that will give you food for thought.
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2. A combination of flat and projected rectangular blocks of wood add a lot of texture and give a 3D effect to this unusual take on wall panelling.
3. Firm: Fadd Studio
A wooden bed with side tables is neatly tucked within an inset niche. The sides of the niche are clad in honey-toned wood, while different fabrics in shades of grey, white and black are used to panel the back wall. The result is a cosy but light and serene space.
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A wooden bed with side tables is neatly tucked within an inset niche. The sides of the niche are clad in honey-toned wood, while different fabrics in shades of grey, white and black are used to panel the back wall. The result is a cosy but light and serene space.
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4. Firm: Sergio Mercado Design
Horizontal slats of wood cover all the walls of this minimalist bedroom, the pattern provided by the grooves between slats. See how wood combines with the warm lighting to create a relaxed ambience.
Horizontal slats of wood cover all the walls of this minimalist bedroom, the pattern provided by the grooves between slats. See how wood combines with the warm lighting to create a relaxed ambience.
5. Sleek rectangular cut-outs in the wooden wall panelling and ceiling take the design of this bedroom to a whole new level. The exposed brickwork forms an interesting backdrop to the pendant lights.
6. Firm: Dutta and Kannan Architects
In this bedroom, a large wooden panel with elaborate floral carving forms a distinctive backdrop to the four-poster bed. The wall panelling adds a large helping of artistic detail and grandeur to the bedroom.
Look for the right bed to go with your panelled wall
In this bedroom, a large wooden panel with elaborate floral carving forms a distinctive backdrop to the four-poster bed. The wall panelling adds a large helping of artistic detail and grandeur to the bedroom.
Look for the right bed to go with your panelled wall
7. Firm: Ace Associates
This wall panelling design incorporates a Mughal-style arch that frames the rich velvet upholstered panel behind the headboard and becomes the focal point. It certainly makes a statement about regal luxury.
This wall panelling design incorporates a Mughal-style arch that frames the rich velvet upholstered panel behind the headboard and becomes the focal point. It certainly makes a statement about regal luxury.
8. A 3D wall surface panels the wall, creating a dramatic effect. The irregular patterned surface plays with light, casts shadows and adds depth to the space.
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9. Firm: Fadd Studio
Patterned upholstered panels are used to demarcate the headboard, while beige upholstered panels cover the rest of the wall and give a cosy feel to the space.
Patterned upholstered panels are used to demarcate the headboard, while beige upholstered panels cover the rest of the wall and give a cosy feel to the space.
10. Firm: Usine Studio
In this example, wooden panelling frames a small section of the wall and continues onto the ceiling as a tray light. Ethnic Indian motifs decorate the rest of the wall and are painted in a similar finish to form an interesting composition.
In this example, wooden panelling frames a small section of the wall and continues onto the ceiling as a tray light. Ethnic Indian motifs decorate the rest of the wall and are painted in a similar finish to form an interesting composition.
11. Firm: DESIGN CAFE
This wall panelling design incorporates backlit translucent sheets; their glow simply radiates glamour, raising the style quotient of the bedroom.
This wall panelling design incorporates backlit translucent sheets; their glow simply radiates glamour, raising the style quotient of the bedroom.
12. Firm: Ace Associates
Wooden jalis, vertical grooves in the plain wooden panels and horizontal wooden beading, all combine to create an interesting composition. Recessed lighting further lifts up the space.
Wooden jalis, vertical grooves in the plain wooden panels and horizontal wooden beading, all combine to create an interesting composition. Recessed lighting further lifts up the space.
13. Firm: I-DESIGN STUDIOS
In this bedroom, the veneer is sectioned into triangles to create groove lines within the design of the wall panelling. Dark veneer panels are pasted on the lighter veneer to create a unique geometric pattern.
In this bedroom, the veneer is sectioned into triangles to create groove lines within the design of the wall panelling. Dark veneer panels are pasted on the lighter veneer to create a unique geometric pattern.
14. Firm: Usine Studio
In this minimalist bedroom, the leatherette wall panelling in red not only works as the headboard but also adds softness to the tiled wall.
In this minimalist bedroom, the leatherette wall panelling in red not only works as the headboard but also adds softness to the tiled wall.
15. Firm: PURPLE STUDIO
Niches in the wall panels add function and design, holding decorative accessories or showpieces.
Niches in the wall panels add function and design, holding decorative accessories or showpieces.
16. Firm: Usine Studio
Just see how the headboard infuses a dramatic look into the bedroom when used for backlighting the decorative wooden wall panelling.
Just see how the headboard infuses a dramatic look into the bedroom when used for backlighting the decorative wooden wall panelling.
17. Firm: Zephyr Interiors
This wall panelling design comprises an antique-finish mirror that connects the headboard with the ceiling and visually doubles the space.
This wall panelling design comprises an antique-finish mirror that connects the headboard with the ceiling and visually doubles the space.
18. An angular cut-out within the wall panelling incorporates recessed LED strip lighting. It imparts a dynamic look and highlights the textured surface of the base wall.
19. Firm: DESIGN ECOVATION
The horizontal and vertical veins of the veneer create a pattern on the wall panelling. It functions as a headboard and forms the accent feature of this neutral-toned bedroom.
The horizontal and vertical veins of the veneer create a pattern on the wall panelling. It functions as a headboard and forms the accent feature of this neutral-toned bedroom.
20. Firm: Kumar Moorthy & Associates
Take a look at this bedroom – the wall is entirely panelled with small pieces of mirror placed at random different angles to create a stunning 3D effect. The multiple and varied reflections on the bits of mirror add depth to the space and make a fascinating installation.
Take a look at this bedroom – the wall is entirely panelled with small pieces of mirror placed at random different angles to create a stunning 3D effect. The multiple and varied reflections on the bits of mirror add depth to the space and make a fascinating installation.
21. Firm: Usine Studio
This deceptively plain bedroom is a treat for the eyes, thanks to its layers – four of them – which give it life and an elegant serenity. The wooden wall panelling-cum-headboard is offset with textured leatherette panels in grey, while the yellow-ochre wall and the white ceiling complete the look.
This deceptively plain bedroom is a treat for the eyes, thanks to its layers – four of them – which give it life and an elegant serenity. The wooden wall panelling-cum-headboard is offset with textured leatherette panels in grey, while the yellow-ochre wall and the white ceiling complete the look.
22. A rectangular cut-out is highlighted with spotlights and strategically positioned within the veneer-panelled wall to align with the bed.
23. Firm: Baldiwala Associates
Distressed-finish wall panels combine with a navy-blue headboard and industrial-style pendant lamps to create an industrial-themed bedroom.
Distressed-finish wall panels combine with a navy-blue headboard and industrial-style pendant lamps to create an industrial-themed bedroom.
24. The vertical-grooved wall panels in cool pale grey create an orderly effect that balances the casual arrangement of stone-backed niches in warm dim red.
25. Firm: P & D Associates
The patterned matte-finish pale-blue wall panel contrasts well with the glossy blue wardrobe. It stays a few inches away from the veneered back wall, allowing for backlighting it.
Read more:
A Guide to Wall Panelling: Styles, Textures & Finishes
10 Decorative Wooden Wall Panel Designs
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Which wall panelling idea would you like to incorporate within the decor of your bedroom and why? Let us know in Comments below.
The patterned matte-finish pale-blue wall panel contrasts well with the glossy blue wardrobe. It stays a few inches away from the veneered back wall, allowing for backlighting it.
Read more:
A Guide to Wall Panelling: Styles, Textures & Finishes
10 Decorative Wooden Wall Panel Designs
Tell us:
Which wall panelling idea would you like to incorporate within the decor of your bedroom and why? Let us know in Comments below.
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