# Wavy Wooden Walls The Klaus Wangen Split Panels Embraces Wood's Natural Appearance By Meghan Young | Published 2011-02-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/klaus-wangen-split References: [trendir](http://www.trendir.com/archives/004938.html) & [spaltart.de](http://www.spaltart.de/spaltart.html) Looking at the [Klaus Wangen Split](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ironbark-house) wood panels, it's amazing to see that you can enjoy a natural look in your home without losing tasteful decor element as well. Not only that, but these panels also come in a [variety of finishes and patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-406) that can suit just about anyone's living space. Instead of polishing away the wood's [natural roughness and grain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no1-common), the Klaus Wangen Split panels embrace them and instead focus on the texture to bring a new dimension to walls. Enjoy the gallery above for some decor inspiration. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Natural Wood Decor:** The trend of incorporating natural and untouched wood elements into home and office decor is growing as consumers seek a connection to nature and a calming environment. - **Textured Wall Finishes:** Wall finishes that celebrate texture and unique patterns, like Klaus Wangen Split wood panels, are gaining popularity as consumers move away from traditional smooth and flat walls. - **Sustainable Design:** Sustainability is a growing trend in the design industry, and incorporating raw, natural materials like wood that can be sustainably sourced is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in product development and marketing. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can capitalize on the popularity of natural wood decor and textured wall finishes to offer a wider range of sustainable products that cater to varying design aesthetics. - **Architecture and Construction:** Architects and builders can innovate in wall finishes and materials by integrating natural and textured materials for interior walls and exteriors. - **Furniture Design:** Incorporating Klaus Wangen Split panels into furniture design is an opportunity for designers to offer unique and sustainable pieces that celebrate natural materials and textures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sand Dune-Inspired Wall Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sahara-wall-panel.md) - [Wood-Replicating Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unilin-panels.md) - [Texturized Decorative Wall Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decorative-wall-panels.md) - [Sophisticated Boiserie Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/materica.md) - [Timber-Like Smart Light Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanoleaf-elements-wood-look-hexagon-lights.md) - [Elegant Innovative Room Dividers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glimakra-of-sweden.md) - [Sculptural Room Screens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morgen-screen.md) - [Revitalized Dynamic Panel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-406.md) - [Forest-Inspired Wooden Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hayashi-cabinet.md)