Texture, color, character, timelessness—few materials deliver all of these at once as effortlessly as brick. From rustic charm to sleek industrial to modern elegance, the visual and tactile appeal of brick makes it an enduring interior design favorite.
While red and rusty tones are traditional, you can also experiment with shades of gray, brown, or even whitewashed bricks to suit your color palette. It’s the color and texture combined that leads to so much character, and because it’s a versatile material that works well with both traditional and modern styles, it carries a sense of timelessness.
Best of all, with affordable and DIY-friendly faux brick panels, you can create a stunning brick accent wall without the cost or complexity of masonry. Let the brick accent wall ideas below inspire your next transformation.
Innovative Industrial and Urban Inspiration
Modern versions of the industrial and urban style blend grit and character with trendy decor. The faux brick accent wall ideas below make it simple to achieve this look.
1. Carve an Inviting Industrial Dining Space
Old Chicago Faux Brick Wall Panels in Antique Brick
With a minimal design, this dining space might have been considered bland—but our Old Chicago Faux Brick Wall Panels add lively warmth and enough variation in color and texture to create real visual interest.
The look of brick combines with the sleek design of the table and chairs—which include metal framing plus simplistic wooden legs that evoke the feeling of pipes—to create a distinctly industrial vibe without steering into a shabby-chic or rustic look.
2. Add a Touch of Texture with Brick
Old Chicago Faux Brick Wall Panels in Glacier
With exposed plumbing and an urban-industrial styled towel rack, this bathroom design idea is off to a great start—but it needed a little something more to complete the look, and our Old Chicago Faux Brick Wall Panels came to the rescue. A brick accent wall in the bathroom is a great way to introduce textures that contrast smooth tubs and floors, making the space feel curated and cohesive.
Character and Charm in Contemporary Spaces
Contemporary design is all about mixing modern with classic to create a cozy, functional atmosphere. These next ideas show you how to add a brick accent wall that evokes warmth and contemporary character.
3. Liven Up Your Laundry Room
Old Chicago Herringbone Faux Brick Wall Panels in Cream Caramel
Laundry rooms don’t have to be purely utilitarian. As this idea reveals, they can be beautiful, too. Here, the designer has encapsulated the contemporary look perfectly through the use of modern shelving, which creates a nice contrast with the old-fashioned feeling that comes with the Old Chicago Herringbone Faux Brick Wall Panels used to create this accent wall.
4. Build a Warm and Welcoming Workspace
Custom Finished Old Chicago Faux Brick Wall Panels
Comfort is crucial in a home office because it helps you to relax and focus on deep work so that you can stay productive. And right on cue, this home office takes contemporary comfort to the next level.
The desk with trestle table legs and a matching wicker basket chair does so much to give this office charm. Old Chicago Faux Brick Wall Panels finished in a custom rusty shade deliver a delightful contrasting texture to the smoothness of the desk and floor, plus warmth and richness that create an inviting atmosphere.
5. A Bedroom Built for Basking
Old Chicago Faux Brick Wall Panels in Whitewash Brick
A contemporary bedroom built right is one that invites you to sleep in or while away a rainy day under the covers with a good book. This bedroom design idea illustrates how you can capture that vibe. Fresh blue greens combine with airy linens and natural light to create a bask-worthy atmosphere. Meanwhile, the accent wall builds a lot of visual interest through a paneled design that adds clean geometry to the space, which, with Old Chicago Faux Brick Wall Panels as wainscoting, brings both texture and geometry to this look.
Try a Timeless and Traditional Look
Brickwork has been around in one form or another for thousands of years. That rich history makes it easy for you to use the look of brick to create a traditional look. Even the most modern brick accent wall carries a sense of timelessness that few other materials can replicate. Below, we’ll showcase a few brick accent wall ideas that will work beautifully with the traditional design style.
6. Refine Your Reading Room
Contempo Faux Brick Wall Panels in Rich Burgundy
Classical refinement is the theme in this reading room. You can see it in the French windows and doors, the aged look of the wood floor, the wainscoting, and the tastefully chosen furniture and decor. With their timeless look plus warm, rich colors, the Contempo Faux Brick Wall Panels are the perfect choice to amplify this room’s traditional elegance.
7. Lounge by a Firelight Focal Wall
Old Chicago Faux Brick Wall Panels in Merlot
If you’re looking for brick fireplace accent wall ideas, this one will get your imagination going. As this living room design illustrates, fireplace design ideas can double as living room brick accent wall ideas. This room in particular doubles down on a comfortable, traditional look through plush seating, warm woodwork, and a beautiful fireplace. The beautiful texture and rich colors of the Old Chicago Faux Brick Wall Panels around the fireplace serve to amplify this vibe even more.
As you work on your fireplace upgrade, always keep safety in mind. Polyurethane products have similar burning characteristics to real wood and are considered combustible. Most of our products can be used around a fireplace as long as you follow the insert or stove manufacturer's specifications for required clearances—and you must use a stone or non-flammable border when using them around an open hearth. Please visit our fireplace safety guidance for full fire safety information.
Barron Designs Can Help You Create Beautiful Accent Walls With Faux Brick
At Barron Designs, our faux brick panels make it easy to add warmth, rich color, and stunning texture to any room. Handcrafted for authenticity and engineered for ease of installation, our panels are the perfect choice for DIYers and pros alike.
Not only are they more affordable than traditional masonry, but they also allow you to bring your favorite brick accent wall ideas to life in just a weekend—no mortar, mess, or heavy tools required.
Ready to explore the possibilities? Browse our full collection of faux brick wall panels and start planning your next transformation today.
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