Placing a sofa against a wall makes a lot of sense, and in many cases is the only option, but once the couch is there it's hard not to notice the empty wall hovering over it. There are plenty of ways to give that wall an added kick, anything from a simple coat of paint to installing a shelving unit will have the desired effect, but it's also a great opportunity to spruce up the wall in a way that adds style to the entire room.
Class up the Place with some Original Artwork
One of the best ways to fill in the empty space behind the sofa and make sure the wall is well decorated is to find some artwork that matches the atmosphere that has been created for the room. Nicely framed photographs or mounted paintings can be the perfect way to compliment a new sofa while also framing it as the core focal point of the room. Many people avoid art because they assume it will break the bank, but there are many options that are cost effective. Dozens of local artists create original and affordable paintings of the city that they then sell in Stanley Park on the weekends. It's a fantastic way to get a one of a kind piece while supporting the local art scene in Vancouver.
Show off Your Expressive Side with Chalkboard Paint
This one is especially useful in dens or rooms where children spend a lot of time. Pick up some chalkboard paint (easily found at most paint and hardware stores) and cover a section or the entire wall with it. Allow it to dry and then give the kids a handful of colourful chalk and let them go to town on the new backdrop. A never ending amount of free artwork will be provided by family members and visitors will go crazy taking turns contributing to the unique addition to the room. The best part is, anything that doesn't work can be easily erased to begin anew.
Be Original with Wall Art Decals on an Accent Wall
Here is a simple idea that has become popular with younger people in condos where the walls are smaller and the space is limited. Wall art stickers or decals have become the latest trend in decorating. They allow the owner to express their creative side and provide much more flexibility than traditional art. The decals can be purchased in many shapes and sizes, including animals and letters, and can turn a bare wall behind a sofa into a massive mural. These work perfectly with any style of sofa and vary in design from word clouds forming a message to a lone tree caught in a breeze, blowing its leaves across the wall. Not all of these examples will work for everybody, but they should get ideas rolling around and show you that there are unique and original ways to make a lone wall behind your sofa stand out.
Take a chance and you just may come up with something that gets everybody talking & all your friends following.