But where does the wall mural trend come from?
The wall fresco has adorned the interior of houses for millennia. Like many ornaments, it has alternated between periods of popularity and periods of oblivion over time.
The mural has tiptoed back over the past decade, which has seen a flourishing taste for painted wall designs. If you first have fun drawing a triangle, a circle or a square on the wall, you will quickly see other shapes appear such as the arch pattern and organic shapes. From there to collecting them to create a wall composition, there is only one step that is now taken! Today, it is the non-figurative fresco that is on the rise.
This year, decoration is coming off its hinges: if minimalism remains relevant, we are seeing the rise of a serious desire to mix patterns and colors to create a more fun, even downright offbeat, atmosphere. We thus see the fresco reappear, but also the frieze or wall ornaments such as moldings and rosettes.
The mural also likes to blur the lines. We don’t hesitate to mix techniques (or even merge them!) to bring the walls to life!
What location should you choose for a mural?
For your fresco to have its effect, it is wise to choose a wall that is large enough. It is also necessary to have a little space in the room in order to have enough distance to be able to admire it.
The fresco most often adorns the bedroom or living room, which are rooms in which it is perfectly highlighted. Depending on the configuration of the room, it can also adorn the entrance or the bathroom. To make the fresco more impactful, it is generally created on the wall facing the door, where it instantly catches the eye.
The fresco, however, is an ornament that opens the door wide to creativity. A simple pattern in a corner, and here is a wasted space that turns into a charming asset!
Not always easy to highlight the window wall. Often, there is not enough space to add traditional decorations such as frames and paintings. The fresco then turns out to be very clever for sprucing up the decor. Think arches and circles, which create an interesting contrast with the window frame.
It’s a well-known tip: paint allows you to remodel a room. And the fresco is a extremely effective option in a small bedroom or small square living room. In this case, we opt for the arc of a circle, which breaks the strictness of the lines and brings a touch of originality and dynamism to the decor.
Tips for creating an original wall fresco
The composition of a wall fresco is not limited to combining shapes and colors: with a little imagination, it is possible to create a decoration that really stands out.
Although the fresco can stand on its own, it benefits from being associated with other elements. It allows you to display a very classic wall decoration, such as a frame or a canvas. The alternative is to combine it with one or more shelves, on which you can place decorations and indoor plants.
The wall fresco is frequently used to showcase furniture. Consider hanging elements, which create a more airy aesthetic.
Do you love mixing patterns and colors? Break away from plain colored shapes, and integrate a graphic touch into your composition.
The alternative to giving relief to your fresco is to play with colors to create an effect of superposition of shapes. This tip immediately gives it depth.
How to create your own wall mural?
The wall fresco is all the more appreciated because it allows you to create a truly personalized decoration.
To make it yourself, you can paint organic shapes freehand or use masking tape to draw lines, triangles, rectangles and squares.
Want to integrate the arch shape into your fresco? This is not very rocket science! Start by using a plumb line to trace the verticals (if you don’t have this at home, simply tie the keychain to a string). Use a spirit level to draw a perfect horizontal line. Attach a gray pencil to a string pinned in the center of your horizontal line, then draw a half-circle. All you have to do is paint!
Does the DIY option definitely seem very complicated to you? There are stencil kits available if you don’t want to risk drawing the shapes yourself. Even easier: go for a glue-on shape kit.