The elegant arch trend bounds on, and we are completely captivated by this charming decor device. Here, we discuss the use of the arch form in all areas of the modern home, whether the theme be architecturally initiated or a stylishly retrofit design motif. We’ve got an extensive inspirational gallery of 51 attractive ways to use arches in interior design, from classic windows, door archways and shelving nooks to rounded panel moulding, arch shape home accessories, playful paint effects and a plethora of unique arch decor ideas in between. If you enjoy this collection, be sure to take at look these 51 Archways That Create Seductive Spaces for archway specific trend inspiration.
Roman arches shape a wall of elegant windows in this airy open plan home interior. Pretty sunburst frames accentuate the bow.
These arched windows inspire a cascade of faux interior archway ideas with the use of decorative moulding. A recessed nook arches between the windows, with an arched bookcase and a door archway gracefully shaping the adjacent wall. A curved sofa and round lounge chairs complement the theme.
A custom cut vanity mirror slips into an entryway archway here. For a moment, the reflective niche creates the illusion of a through-archway to another room. A golden Atollo lamp echoes the mirror’s bow with its dome shade.
The rectangular portion of this faux arched window design is merged with its upper bow with the help of colour coordinated bifold shutters.
This mesmerising installation is at an art gallery in China, but we can draw home style inspiration from the continuous flowing curves that arch and fall like the waves of the ocean.
A squared-off recess would not create the same enchanting effect for this small dining area as this archway smoothly conjures. The element is understated by colour matched paint and base units, leaving only light play to highlight and define.
This sweet little kitchen archway makes a quaint vignette around the sink, and provides a tidy home for some open kitchen shelving.
As a more modern take on the arch trend for the kitchen, this bright red arched backsplash raises the heat over the hob.
Colourful and quirky, this unusual kitchen pantry design features a dominating arch silhouette, which is complemented by a rounded kitchen peninsula.
The cheapest way to bring the arch motif into any home design is to play around with paint effects. The arch device works especially well when placed behind large pieces of furniture, like sideboards or sofas.
This sunrise hued TV wall decor features an arch painted across ribbed gypsum panelling for a modern textured finish behind the TV stand.
Relaxed boho style interiors and the curvaceous arch trend make a harmonious marriage. Think arched shelving nooks packed full with earthenware, wicker baskets and bushy indoor plants.
As the traditional Japanese Wabi Sabi view embraces, there is beauty in imperfection. This perfectly imperfect arch creates a point of charming whimsy.
If you’re a stickler for uniformity, a grid of smaller arch shapes make an ideal gallery wall for sculptural art, decorative ceramics or a collection of treasured keepsakes.
Combine two design trends with an ombre archway. This backlit purple and green design peeps out from behind an oversized vanity mirror to create a layered effect.
If you can’t go knocking holes into plaster for a recessed shelving nook, then check out wall mounted alternatives like this delicately framed gold arch shelf
Of course, you can always build outwards. This wonderfully deep arching framework has been formed around a bench seat to create a cosy reading nook.
A myriad of tiny arches rotate inside this unique partition wall, as underlings to a more powerful door archway.
Steel cased shower screens present an opportunity for amalgamating the arch theme into bathroom decor.
Bespoke wardrobes can include arch shaped doors, or they can be fabricated to form an archway reveal as they pause for a window, dressing table or desk area.
Float plasterboard over exposed brickwork to create a rustic archway reveal – or put in your own faux brickwork panels for equivalent effect.
An ogee arch nook would suit a Morrocan style interior, a Persian bedroom, or even a refined setting like this ethereal white suite.
This keyhole arch headboard nook is surrounded by small circular counterparts, which are filled with art, a bedroom chair and an open closet arrangement.
Instead of recessing an arch headboard feature, an upholstered headboard does the trick without the hard graft.
This glorious semicircular headboard feature is brightly illuminated around its perimeter, where koi fish swim in the glow.
Satisfy the bedroom shape and colour theme in one go with a bold colour block headboard design. Add colour matched cushions to create union.
This pink accent kids room is picture perfect with an arched 4 poster bed. Heart shaped motifs curvaceously complement the arch aesthetic.
Consider all of your angles when creating an arch decor theme. The end-to-end arches on this racetrack dining table would make a strong statement from a mezzanine level.