It looks like a shallow bookshelf would not go amiss ;)

Or if you like your books in stacks (I do) you could simply add a colourful piece of art to the wall. That way if you did install a retractable screen, there would be beauty underneath when there is no movie viewing.

Looks like you could use a bookshelf.

I'd probably put a painting there.

With the armoire adjacent and your desk opposite I think a tall leaning mirror would weigh the room down on that side (albeit can't see the whole room) yet an option that would fit in and work well would be a large round thin metal framed mirror.

If it would work for the style of your room, you could do a macrame wall hanging.

I would hang something large and vertical there (picture/mirror/fabric hanging).

I agree a large round hanging mirror would work if the reflection is something pretty. Otherwise a large painting or print would look great .

I like the colors of your books. How about this: http://www.umbra.com/usd/wall-decor/office-shelving/conceal-floating-shelf-collection

Ooooo, simstress... Love.

Hi.....What is across from this wall, can you measure? It also looks like you have tall ceilings...yes or no....

open it to see what is inside, if there is a flue you can put a fireplace

Pretty sure it looks like a fireplace used to be there. Open it up and stack wood

inside with a picture above.

How about floating shelves at different intervals to add some design element and not be as bulky as a bookcase. that way you can put some books and some interesting items that you love. if you don't want shelves, a really neat metal wall art or make a huge clock on that wall.

How about faux brick or brick veneer? This would really warm up the room with great texture. I made faux brick by cutting out individual bricks from thick textured wallpaper and then applying them each individually. This gives good depth that looks like real grout. Next you can paint over it and antique it to look aged with dark some antiquing wax. Just a weekend project for a small wall like that. Might cost $2-300 for wallpaper and paint.

if it was a fire place flue I would remove the plaster and show the brick with many some thing as a small painting on it.

A shallow bookcase would fit perfectly, coming out to about the plane created by the armoire and desk.

Make it a feature in the room. Add some stone, brick, wallpaper and hang floating bookshelves or art.

Thank you for all your great ideas! Here are a few more photos for context. The bed is opposite that wall (I'm also deciding what to do with this wall).

It's an 1880s Edwardian in San Francisco, so verrry tall ceilings.
I had an idea for mounting some staghorn ferns?

Hi Annie....Lucky you, I live in Tiburon and have loved those beautiful Ladies....

since you have tall ceilings that's a big plus, but the rest of the space looks tight. Can you draw a quick sketch of the floor plan, that would help. I think someone suggested opening it up. I'm inclined to agree with that unless your renting. If you own...open up the wall and use that old brick to create an electric fireplace surrounded by books...no floating shelves..... the floor plan would help a lot.....

AHHHHH, Waters Edge, Tiburon, CA went there a few times when living in CA..... lovely spot....

Go with your gut Annie... less is more!

I'd just have to whack it open and see what's there. If there's a fireplace, uncovering it would add so much character to the room. Otherwise, I like your idea of a standing mirror depending on what's going to be reflected. You could also do a large frameless mirror and that would add no weight to that side of the room and it wouldn't stick out either.

I love art, so I'd splurge on some piece of art that really wows. I'd probably make it an oversized, vertical piece that makes it look like that bump was meant to be there because of that piece of fabulous art. Or if you really want to do it up, make it a collection wall and display a set of puppets, a series of paintings, textile art or masks. Or if you're loving the mirror idea, buy several small ones that complement each other and hang them there. It's a great space for showing off your passion!

I can see a full length wall paper from the place that sells removable vinyl wall covering either using your picture or selecting one of the hundreds they offer which can be reused dozens of times, re-straightened or replaced. Can be ordered in any size. Also a giant trompe l'oeill ( illusion picture) could look good.

Hi love! I don't know your style but maybe some of this can inspire some vision for you. Happy Decor'ing!

With large walls like you are showing, as an art historian, I think I'd opt for a large "statement" piece of art or even just a large reproduction poster. Or a hanging quilt with bright colors. Or a collection of artworks. It would seem that this is the first thing you will see each morning, so you should think colorful and cheerful to greet the day.

I found a beautiful large print of a Renaissance angel in a good-quality frame at a reuse store. The only problem was that the glass in the frame was broken. I bought the piece for $9 and it will cost me more than that to replace the glass with plexiglass (to make it lighter) but it's worth it. I plan to hang it on my bare living room wall and then to make a gallery next to it with floating picture shelves. You could do something similar, and change out the gallery pictures whenever you want.

I would not knock out the wall to find out what's there. That would be expensive and may prove to be fruitless, and you'd just have to put the wall back together again.

Just suggestions, hope this helps.

Personally I would go with a flat screen tv hidden behind a big circular sliding door that had decorative appeal and would hide the TV when not in use. I like an Asian feeling in a bedroom, so I might get the doors custom made, based on an idea like this

Below, I would do appropriate shallow shelving, maybe just deep enough to hold boxes for jewelry, other accessories.

Beings you do not want this wall to be a focal point stick with art work that is muted and nondescript. I could see this canvas with a small wall shelf installed below it. You could then place a few accessories on the shelf. Good luck on your project!

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It really looks as if it is a fireplace, so opening a small section at the lower part of the wall where the firebox might have been to find out, is not a big deal, I did it and it took less than two hours to open and close it (by a professional) . I think it's worth a try. It will add a lot of charm and value. Good luck

Hi Annie,

With so many books, we second the idea of a bookshelf or even multiple floating shelves with pretty book ends?

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I had a bump out like this. I knew that it was an old chimney (but not a fireplace). When I married we did a lot of renovating.................including just taking out the entire chimney. Just fabulous! The space this created in the somewhat small bedroom allowed us to add a closet (yea!). Then I spent many days using a hammer and chisel ..............whacking old mortar off of the bricks, so that I could use them for various purposes in the garden and yard.

If you own it, open it up and see what is there. You can always put drywall back over it if you don't like it at a modest cost. The bump out was intended to be a focal point in the room. I am a curious person and would love to see that you have an architectural treasure just waiting to be discovered. Have fun whatever you decide and please post some photos!

Those look to be super tall ceilings...I might think about looking at some darker paint colors and paint anything above that narrow strip of moulding below the crown, including the crown, ceiling and other trim in that darker color...maybe consider lacquer...it would cozy up the room. Looking at your armoire, the ceiling height makes it look really short and not in proportion with the room. If you don't want to dig into the bump out, they have a thin brick that you could apply for some texture and interest...good luck !! I'm sure this property is gorgeous !!!

I plan to paint the bump out in our condo a dark color and hang a rug tapestry there that my great aunt made. My question is where do I stop using the accent color... do I paint just the face or continue the dark color onto the sides of the bump out?

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It is hard giving a dancer without seeing the situation. But generally I would say to paint the sides of the bump out and make a statement out of it .

Thank you very much. That was my first thought but hearing it from a pro confirms my decision!