On trend: Graffiti interior design

The Graffiti Trend

For a long time graffiti held lots of negative connotations for many people. Now it is seen as a skilled art, tinged with rebellion and the perfect way to introduce your own individual style into your home.

Another reason for this surge in the popularity of graffiti interior design is that it slots in perfectly with the industrial chic look that has been taking the interiors world by storm for some time now.

Whether your interior design ideas are led by contemporary sleek, retro cool or classic and subtle, there is definitely scope to include a little graffiti interior design in there somewhere — the ideal way to add an edgy, on-trend feel.

Where to Get Inspiration

Within the world of graffiti there is a huge choice of styles. If you still think graffiti equals rushed teenage scrawlings on a backstreet wall, then think again.

Take a look at the works of well-known graffiti artists, such as Banksy, Claw Money and Inkie — just a few big names out there that have helped to bring the art of graffiti to the masses. A quick look at the works of these talented graffiti artists should be enough to convince you of the powerful impact graffiti can have on its surroundings and give you an idea of the varying styles out there.

There is a huge selection of books on the art of graffiti and the world of interiors has been quick to catch on to the trend, making it possible to get a little bit of street style into your own home.

Wallpaper and Stencils

Unless you are a particularly talented graffiti artist yourself, you might be left wondering just how you can incorporate this look into your own home.

If hiring a graffiti artist to come into your home and cover your walls with full-size murals seems a step too far, relax — there are plenty of other, more subtle and acceptable ways to get your own piece of graffiti style.

One of the quickest and most effective interior design ideas for this look is to invest in graffiti stencils.

Those of you who fancy including a little bit of Banksy’s humour could take a look at the Banksy Stencils from Ideal Stencils, or simply download one of the hundreds of free graffiti stencils available online.

Alternatively, there is a huge range of graffiti wall art out there in various designs, offering a less permanent solution — canvasses and wooden boards sprayed with a graffiti design look particularly effective.

Finally, consider graffiti wallpaper and use it in one just one area of the room in order to create a bold statement. You can either choose a design, such as this, or opt for a personalised option incorporating names of members of the family or images from photographs.

Furniture With Attitude

Furniture has to be one of the best ways to express your interior design ideas. Whilst it won’t take over the room in the same way an entire wall of graffiti might, graffiti furniture will provide a strong focal point in the room in a more understated way.

Although off-the-shelf graffiti furniture is available, in keeping with the very individual nature of graffiti, it makes more sense to go down the custom furniture route. Custom furniture allows you to personalise your item, incorporating your own ideas  to ensure no-one else will have a piece quite like yours.

Check out the Graffiti Coffee Table from Zespoke for some serious urban-style — even better they will even print your own design onto the table if you wish.

Making the Look Work

It can be hard to know just how to incorporate such a strong style into your interiors. If you are already aiming for an industrial-style scheme, an exposed brick wall makes the perfect backdrop for a graffiti stencil or piece of wall art.

But this is a look that can be used in other schemes too. Crisp contemporary rooms can be brought to life with the addition of graffiti art on the walls or within statement furniture, whilst more classic looks tend to suit graffiti-inspired interior furnishings, such as lampshades, cushions and decorative accessories.

Caption: Graffiti can fit in with classic, more traditional schemes

Finally, don’t think that graffiti has to be confined to the living room — this fun look is perfect for teenager’s bedrooms, and even works in bathrooms — just look at these stunning Peronda Banksy tiles.