Wall Panels are a beautiful way to add visual interest to a room, and you would be surprised how simple it is to achieve! The image above is an applied moulding stained to match the wood veneer on the walls, much like a burlap moulding like this one:

This particular moulding is #00967 burlap moulding by Alexandria Moulding.

This gorgeous panel moulding looks more difficult, but just requires a 1" x 4" board flanked by a base cap moulding. What ties it all together is the painted finish.

The mouldings used here are #CR688 Base Cap, and #03186 Board.

So go for it, you don't even need to have the panels all the same size. A large bottom panel and large top panel (above a chair rail) works well, just be sure the top and respective lower panel have the same widths. For panel sizes, look at the proportion of your walls and consider framing a large piece of artwork and flanking it with narrow panels for example. Applied Panelling done well is timeless.

This well balanced kitchen by Caroline Decesare is quite thoughtful in its design. The first thing I notice is the strong look of the coffered ceilings, and wonderfully, the pendant light fixtures are spaced on four corners that place them directly over their respective island task areas.  The double islands allow the chef to prepare and entertain easily with a prep sink at the outer-most island, which has seating for guests. They can probably join in helping prepare meals without getting underfoot. The larger sink is located in the heart of the kitchen, so dishes are not on the "entertaining island". Well done.

This pretty luminaire dripping with lead crystals from the Kentwood Collection at Decorati would be dashing in many applications. How would you use the Cascade lighting fixture?

The larger Cascade fixture "Grand" looks right at home in a mirrored hall.

The Petite version is gorgeous in the tray ceiling of this bath. When selecting new items for your new spa en-suite, why should your ceiling fixture be overlooked? Make it just as glamorous to achieve your complete look.

This bath is another very suitable location for a Cascade ceiling mounted fixture as well as the coordinating Cascade wall sconces. Fresh green paint, glossy surfaces and a mirrored glass vessel basin complement the layered crystal strands.

The chilly air and perfect snowboarding/ skiing weather has got me thinking about designer lodges, particularly the stellar lodges by Architect Michael Upwall. Born in Utah, Michael understands the temperments and overall glory of beautiful Utah, where he designed this ultimate skiers haven.

Michael Upwall has a phenomenal ability to imagine and create beautiful homes that seem to spring up their respective locations. Decked out in thicks beams of wood, and clad in natural stone, these homes are certainly substantial. This particular home has access to a ski resort.

See the incredible attention to detail? I wish I could see the architectural drawings for this entrance alone. It is very welcoming don't you think?

His exteriors are great, and so are the interiors. Look at the large scale used in both the furnishings and oversized pillars. The staggered windows emphasize the arching ceiling line.

What is not to love about these sweeping open stairs? Did I mention Michael's philosophy has strong influences from the American Craftsman Movement; the same as Frank Lloyd Wright's designs?

Speaking of stairs, the glass plated spindles and scrolling wood railing spool down effortlessly. Did you notice the rock climbing wall to the left?

This home looks European, like it has rested on the Aspen slopes for decades.

Michael Upwall also excels at contemporary design as well, this uber chic lodge has a fun play of glass and steel added into the mix.

With strong design skill and the perfect finishing touches, Upwall is definitely an architect to watch.