5 Homes with Showstopping Murals

Forget hanging artwork—these homes make a case for turning the walls themselves into masterpieces. From custom-painted landscapes to oversized botanical prints, see how these murals from the WL archives add warmth, whimsy and personality.

Zen Zone

Coming from the bustling city of Hong Kong, the owners of this Calgary home were looking for a calm sanctuary, so the team at DWK Interiors went for a Japandi aesthetic—a style that brings together Japanese minimalism and Scandinavian natural materials.

On the patio, a custom mural by local artist Sarah Slaughter features rolling hills and bonsai trees; the rust browns and creams blend into the decking and make the real-life greenery pop. Check out the rest of this relaxing residence.

Paper Route

Wallpaper may not be the most obvious material for a backsplash, but that didn’t stop Negar Reihani from using it in this Coal Harbour kitchen. The large-format watercolour mural (enclosed behind a sheet of glass) not only creates a reflective, dynamic surface but also complements the views. “We wanted to draw the outside in,” says the designer. Get design tips from this and 11 more stunning kitchens.

Triple Threat

This open-concept penthouse has not one, not two, but three beautiful feature walls. Wood cladding surrounds the television, blue-and-grey marble tiles line the wall that separates the living room from the kitchen and a large earth-tone mural creates a statement in the dining room. See more of this vibrant, award-winning space designed by Louis Duncan-He.

Work of Art

The workspace in this West Vancouver condo was originally intended to be a wine room, but when homeowner and designer Beth Thompson started working from home during the pandemic, plans changed.

The office’s crown jewel is a stunning botanical mural—a painting by Fiona Ackerman that Thompson had made into a custom wall-covering. “I love that I’m surrounded by art and colour,” she says. Peek inside this chic penthouse.

Wild Thing

Nurseries and murals go together like peanut butter and jelly, as evidenced by this space from Gillian Segal—which just so happens to be her daughter’s bedroom. The tree-filled mural from Lulu and Georgia covers the walls and adds a touch of whimsy. Explore this warm and bright Vancouver home.