Reno, Complete Inside and Out. I Have a Blank Empty Stair Well, HELP!!

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We are painting the downstairs hallway, foyer and stairwell Trophy gray. (hues of blue,mauve) We have this empty space on the stair well, I have no idea what to put in there? Please can you help with some suggestions? Right now it only have the top coat of paint on.. I have a blank canvas... :) The stairs will be re-stained walnut as well as the handrail. kick plate will stay white.

Kris Lee · Answer

I think it might be a fun idea to paint it in Ombre shades of the rest of the paint. Beginning at the top with the lightest shade and ending in the darkest shade at the bottom. Or a long beautiful scarf, table runner or other textile would work. Not certain what your budget is, so look around your house to see if there is something the right colors, and size to fit. Sometimes we already have the perfect item, just in a different part of the house.

Lori J · Answer

I just saw a pinterest post where the homeowner had a poster sized for that wall above the well. It was a black and white photo of her family shot while they where laying down, side by side but with feet going in opposite directions. Had been cropped to only faces. It was lovely.

Donna Lamothe · Answer

Thanks Kris, Budget is approx $300. for the wall. So checking out all of my options. 
Lori, Thanks I saw that as well I thought of that too however I have a large wall down on the mail hallway, I'll have to take more pics. and you can see my dilemma.

Tanya Peterson Felsheim · Answer

I was thinking you should break up the space using faux look wall panels...nothing elaborate but something that adds interest without breaking the bank kind of like this http://pinterest.com/pin/199636195954728237/

Tanya Peterson Felsheim · Answer

here is another look at possible faux wainscoting http://pinterest.com/pin/14636767508880220/

Accentuations! · Answer

Maybe you could simply break up the color! since you appear to have varied surfaces utilize a couple different paint colors to start. keep it light as you do not want a dark space.  I would do a  wainscoting if it's in your budget.  Also, a faux finished wall would add some interest.  The wall to the left in the picture is a major surface.  Even a rag rolling would add interest and you could hang art, family photos, etc. to create a gallery there. A large mirror or art piece on the smaller wall over the stairs would also be interesting.....loads of options come to mind!

Donna Lamothe · Answer

Thanks Tanya, That gives me a couple of ideas! 
Thank you Accentuations! thanks to you all,you gave given me lots of ideas to work with! :)

Debbie · Answer

Maybe family photos?? I've see it done with various size frames,. Good luck!

Chris G · Answer

buy mirrors of various sizes and shapes and glue or hang to move light around and it will help it to appear larger. You can create anything from square and rectangle shapes to create a 'picture ' gallery look to using odd shapes to create a movement pattern of light and color on the wall.

Deanna Peffly · Answer

I love the family picture idea but also love the mirror idea that Chris G has. I would mix them up. A picture/mirror wall. They sell mirrors in various sizes at Hobby Lobby. They are beveled and all you would need is frames. Mix up the frame styles but keep them all one color. If you take your time and buy when they are 50% off, it will make for a very reasonable display! Good luck!

Donna Lamothe · Answer

Thanks Deanna! I was thinking along those lines!

Grangerite · Answer

I am with the mirrors. Also huge initials of the family name. If have heirloom quilt hand it there. I have a quilt going up my stairway. If an artist paint a scene that looks like you are going outside. Remember what gets hung will need to be dusted and looks like a bit of a chore.

Victoria · Answer

Up light the upper walls and ceiling to make it feel open and light above, like there's a large skylight above.  This will counter the tall, narrow feeling to the stairwell.  Do that before you put anything on the walls, as it will change the entire feel of the stairwell.
Putting mirrors on the wall facing you as you go down the stairs will cause you to look at your reflection, distract ;you from the stairs, and could be dangerous.

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