Because of its warmth, beauty, and timelessness,  wood has long been the material of choice for floors… But lately we are crushing on the character and beauty it can add to your walls… And it doesn’t have to be formal either.  Intricately carved French paneled walls are so beautiful, but  we also love the informality that running boards either horizontally or vertically in a cottage, farm house, or just more casual setting accomplishes…

We’re working on a project in Gadsden Alabama where we will panel the study off the foyer.  The style of this home is very French. We plan to do something like this…

Villa Rozenhout

Villa Rozenhout

Taking it a step further we will be having some doors made similar to these that just become a part of the paneling…are these not to die for?

via Belgian Pearls

via Veranda

More simple paneling but still so beautiful…

via Belgian Pearls

Storage behind the panels is a great idea…

via This is Glamorous

Michael W. Smith…Classic perfection!

A little less formal…

via Cote de Texas

Love the rustic mix here…

This is one of our projects…Love the character that the horizontal painted ship lap paneling adds to this  casual dining space.

So what do you think?

Are you as fond of the warmth and beauty that wood can add to walls as we are? It’s your turn.  Let’s talk.

Providence Design is Mona Thompson and Talena Ray, a sister duo who are antiques dealers and interior designers. Learn more about them on their website, providenceltddesign.com.