Victorian interior style emerged in the 1800s and remains a popular aesthetic among homeowners and interior designers. There is no doubt that Victorian design is a timeless style that will never go out of style. Victorian interior design is full of charm, history, and elegance. With the rapid development of interior design, now, you can easily create a Victorian style at home just by designing wall panels.
While the Victorian-era Gothic revival architectural style was quite popular in its time, it may not be well-received by people today, who may find it too flashy. That’s where Modern Victorian comes in – it combines the classic Victorian style with modern elements to create a unique and appealing interior design alternative. With this style, you can easily incorporate the elegance of the Victorian era into your home, while still keeping it modern and up-to-date.
Balancing Old Style and Innovation with Wall Panel Design
Incorporating a Modern Victorian touch into your home is an ideal choice for those who love vintage style. The use of decorative wall panels usually uses wood. However, using wood is complicated because of the high cost of installation and maintenance. Here, we will provide alternative wall panel designs for your home that are more affordable but still emit elegant, realistic patterns. Let’s take a look below!
1. 3D Wall Panels
If you are designing a Modern Victorian home and want to add some texture to your walls, investing in 3D wall panels is a great idea. These panels are not only sturdy and durable, but have also been a popular feature in stately homes for years. By adding these decorative wall panels, you’ll create an interior space with a Modern Victorian aesthetic feel, and make your home look fantastic.
Check out our Arte collection! Arte is a brand of soft textured 3D wallpaper, similar to the coffered ceilings of Roman times. Arte is a wall panel that is easy to install. Because Arte wall panels are 3D, they also have a positive impact on room acoustics. After seeing our collection of Arte wall panel designs, you will be reminded of the look of domed buildings like the Pantheon temple in Rome.
2. Wood Wall Panel
To create an ideal Victorian interior style, you can choose embossed panels like those found in large Victorian houses of the past. Today, embossed panels are a decoration that you can find in many Haussmann-style apartments in Paris. Intricate details and stucco effects emphasize the antiquity that will support the luxury of your Modern Victorian home.
Check out our collection of wooden wall panels from Koziel! The design embodies the elegant style of old French decoration. That is why we named it Set Of Haussmann Wood Panels. We also call it a 3D wallpaper that can blend seamlessly with contemporary and classic interior styles. Although the dramatic design may seem a little intimidating to some people, the wood panel feature wall in the Set Of Haussmann Wood Panels can accentuate the interior of your room and give it a warm feel of the Victorian era.
3. Wainscoting
If you find the full wall panel design overwhelming, there’s no need to worry. You can switch to 3D wallpaper with pattern options that can decorate half the walls of your house to create an elegant impression. This type of design covers only half or a third of the walls in your house, providing a more unified look to the room. Wainscoting is easily recognizable by its rectangular pattern and adds a subtle Victorian aesthetic to any room.
Take a look at our KOZIEL / Beige Haussmann Wainscot: Koziel’s wallpaper collection is a luxurious display of Victorian-era artistry, featuring classical European architecture. The collection exudes magnificence, perfect for a Modern Victorian style home. Among them, their wainscoting wallpaper stands out, providing a 3D wall panel effect without the need for extra maintenance.
4. Frieze Mouldings
Many people look for frieze molding to complement neoclassical interior designs because of its intricate ornamental shapes. Apart from being a decorative element, wall moldings also serve to increase the visual appeal of a space and hide gaps or imperfections in walls and ceilings. As 3D wall panel design adds a unique and subtle visual impression that makes any room look more sophisticated.
Take a look at our KOZIEL / Beige Romantic Mouldings Frieze : This wall moulding is covered in floral motifs to dress your walls in a romantic and timeless way. The slightest hint of cracked paint perfectly conveys the old-fashioned charm of Victorian homes with handmade decorations.
5. Metlakh Tiles
Metlakh tiles, dating back to the late 19th century, have made a comeback in modern interior design. These ornate ceramic tiles feature intricate patterns and bright colors, perfect for recreating a Victorian-era aesthetic in contemporary spaces. Incorporating Metlakh tiles in your interior design gives a vintage luxury vibe to modern spaces, celebrating the timeless appeal of the Victorian aesthetic.
Take a look at our MINDTHEGAP / Aegeans Tiles Leather : Add Victorian charm to any room with Aegean tiles wallpaper in bright colors reminiscent of the beautiful Victorian era. These Aegean tile accents feature unique geometric patterns that evoke the charm of the Victorian era in a modern way.
Conclusion
Regardless of which wall panelling you choose, the method of decorating the walls goes a long way in helping polish the overall Modern Victorian aesthetic of the room. Wall paneling can make a house appear smaller or larger depending on the pattern, color and size.
For high quality wallpapers, wall panels, and wall stickers in Singapore, visit Honpo. Honpo offers a variety of Singapore wall panels with styles from around the world. Contact us here to find the wallpaper of your choice and get the Modern Victorian home you want. You can also request wallpaper installation from our experienced team.