Turn Your Blank Walls Into Style Statements

Let’s be honest, blank walls can make even the most thoughtfully designed rooms feel unfinished or lacking in personality. 

But filling that space with something unique, modern, and meaningful? That’s where the transformation happens. 

At Braid & Wood, our Plant Shelves and Frame Wall Planters are designed to do just that, to turn empty walls into intentional design moments that elevate your space and bring more life into your home. 

Whether you’re working with a tricky stairwell, a too-minimalist dining room, or a living room that’s almost there, we’ve got modern wall decor ideas to help you style it all, effortlessly.

Create a Curated Stairway Moment

Stairways are one of the most underutilized spaces when it comes to wall decor but they offer a perfect opportunity to create a layered, curated look. 

Try styling a Braid & Wood Plant Shelf Duo alongside a mix of modern framed artwork in various sizes. 

The combination of natural wood, clean metal lines, and greenery brings softness and texture to the space, while the art adds structure and personality.

Layer Shelves + Art for Visual Movement

Stagger the shelves at different heights between the frames to create visual movement that flows with the angle of the stairs. 

It’s a simple way to turn a pass-through into a standout design feature, one that feels intentional, elevated, and totally you!

Modern Wall Decor for the Dining Room

Dining rooms can sometimes fall flat, especially when you’re working with a narrow wall that feels too small for a large piece of art, but too empty to leave blank. 

Enter the Braid & Wood Plant Shelf Duo in Dark & Stormy.

With its matte black metal rings and rich walnut wood, this pairing brings a sophisticated contrast that instantly elevates the space.

Transform a Forgotten Wall into a Styled Focal Point

Mounted vertically, the shelves create height and presence without overwhelming the room.

Style them with trailing greenery, sculptural air plants, or even a couple of low maintenance succulents for a look that feels curated but effortless. 

What could have been an empty, overlooked wall becomes a modern design moment full of life, style, and intention.

The Frame Wall Planter + Pot

Now that we’ve covered how to style our Plant Shelf Duo, let’s talk about another Braid & Wood favorite: the Frame Wall Planter. 

Equal parts sculptural and functional, this modern wall planter is the perfect way to bring greenery into your home in a way that feels elevated and intentional. 

Its soft curved lines, warm materials, and airy design make it incredibly versatile, whether you're styling a small nook or making a bold statement on a larger wall.

Let’s explore a few of our favorite ways to style this standout piece.

Modern Living Room Wall Decor with the Frame Wall Planter

The Frame Wall Planter and Pot is a go-to wall decor accessory for living rooms that need a touch of greenery without the clutter of floor plants. 

Style a Frame Wall Planter Duo for Balance & Impact

When styling two together, placement is everything. 

We recommend hanging them close together and slightly offset, too much space between them, and the visual connection is lost; too perfectly aligned, and they feel stiff and static.

That slight variation brings just the right amount of movement and modern polish.

Fill That “Almost Nothing” Space with Intention

One of our favorite spots for this look?

The awkward empty wall space between a large piece of decor like this circular mirror or a framed photo and the edge of the wall, an area that often gets ignored. 

A Frame Wall Planter Duo fills it beautifully, adding structure and softness without competing with the rest of your decor.

The result is a more layered, lived-in space that feels styled but still breathable.

Small Space, Big Style: Powder Bathroom Wall Decor

Let One Frame Wall Planter Do the Work

Powder bathrooms may be small, but that doesn’t mean they should be overlooked.

In fact, a single Frame Wall Planter is often all it takes to transform the space from basic to beautifully designed.

Hung above the toilet, next to a mirror, or on a narrow wall opposite the sink, it brings in a soft, organic element that makes the room feel more considered and complete.

Keep It Clean, Minimal & Lush

Because powder rooms are typically tighter on space, one planter is all you need, especially when paired with a simple trailing plant or something a bit more structured. 

It adds texture without clutter and helps break up hard surfaces like tile or painted drywall.

The wood and metal materials contrast perfectly with a neutral palette, making your powder bath feel elevated, modern, and yes, even a little luxurious.

Elevate Your Dining Area with a Frame Wall Planter

In the dining area, wall decor should strike a balance, styled but not distracting, elevated but still inviting. 

A single Frame Wall Planter does exactly that. 

It introduces warmth, texture, and a little greenery to a space that’s often dominated by hard furniture and sharp lines. 

Hung just above a sideboard or to the side of a window, the planter acts as a subtle focal point without overpowering the rest of the room.

Pair with Clean Lines & Natural Materials

Style it with a minimalist plant like a trailing pothos or even a sculptural snake plant for a bold yet clean look. 

The wood frame and lightweight spun aluminum vessel echo the tones of dining table, chairs, and light fixture, tying the space together in a way that feels modern and organic. 

It’s the kind of understated decorating move that makes the whole room feel finished with almost no effort.

Final Thoughts: Modern Wall Decor That Brings Life to Your Space

When it comes to designing a home that feels beautiful and lived-in, the details matter and wall decor is one of the most powerful ways to bring a space to life. 

With Braid & Wood’s Plant Shelves and Frame Wall Planters, even the smallest or most overlooked corners of your home can become styled, elevated moments that feel intentional and unique. 

Whether you're layering greenery into your stairway, styling a powder bathroom, or filling that one awkward wall in your dining room, these modern, plant-forward designs help you create spaces that feel more connected, more personal, and more you.