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After a year of ambiguity—both political and economic—we could all use a little clarity. Designers are boldly splashing phrases in every font, from graffiti to Times New Roman, onto walls that are worthy of conversation. Check out our picks of rooms that speak for themselves.

Macy Williams

Photo credit: James Tensuan

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Just Say Yes

This sign was dismantled from a drugstore and wired with neon to act as the focal point of this San Francisco home.
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Gut Feeling

The architects of mode:lina created a space know as a Quotel—the combination of “quote” and “hotel.” This wall is an entryway to the kitchen that reminds its guests to keep their hunger in check.
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Mood Board

Interior designers Aina Sollie Steen and Tahani Aeish of Norway hung a roll of material from the wall, where ever-changing messages serve as the backdrop of this space featured on Desire to Inspire.
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Message in an Entry

Handwritten messages marked across the entryway function as an accent wall, setting the tone for the rest of this living room designed by Sabina Vavra.

Just Say Yes	Gut Feeling	Mood Board
Message in an Entry	La Cage Aux Folles	Cafe Culture
Words With Friends	Outdoor Inspiration	Oversize Signage
Poetic License	Internal Compass