I like the blue touches already in the room, which reflect the brickwork. Agree with lots of creams/ neutrals, just adding some blue in cushions, artwork. Maybe a bluish/cream rug, with a subtle pattern, not a solid color. Also I think the lights are a little lost. The high ceilings could take some quite large shades, maybe drums. And I agree that the central column could be painted to become the focal point as stated. Either white or quite a dark grey/ blue, ( it might darken up things too much, but it's only paint, can be changed). It might be sinful but I think I would replace it with plaster, then paint it. Finally maybe a dash of 60s burnt orange or mustard if you want to want to keep the retro theme.

I have not seen it done, however the product does say it is resistant to steam? Steam and being soaked in water can be different things to though... Like laminate - can be exposed to water, but not constantly wet as it will damage. It is a hard one. Have you asked in bunnings? I would suggest no, for the sake of care and maintenance. With tiles, you know you can clean it every week and it will be fine, with this there may be more involved, like ensuring the whole shower is dry before you finish each time. Best of luck

Thank you for your response siriuskey. Several reasons as to why I would like to line the wall: We use the garage as the main entry/exit to the house. We don’t park our cars inside, and the kids play in the garage frequently. So I just thought I’ll give the space a mini makeover. We will be getting some new tall cabinetry that will run along approx three-quarters of the wall. The cabinets will need to be anchored onto the wall for safety reasons, but due to the current recessed brick work I’m unsure how. The most viable option I could come up with is to straighten out the wall. DIY Vj paneling is a cheaper option to getting the wall plastered. It will probably cost me a few hundred dollars as opposed to $1200+. Any other suggestions you may have is most welcome, thank you so much.

I love the wood . Its the rest that needs the work IMO -- particularly the carpets . Nice in themselves , but very dated . Also its a bit hard to tell the exact tones because of the lighting being on , but I suspect the white of the walls is too white , but also I personally don't like the walls and ceiling being done the same tone either . The roof and mouldings I'd keep in a sharp white , the walls I'd go an English white or Spanish white or even a slightly reddish tinge ( but not pink if that makes sense ) to reference the warmth of the timber . In fact , that's probably a lie -- I'd be more likely to wallpaper -- the bedroom in say light yellow flowers on an offwhite paper , and the carpet would work then ; the lounge in a burgundy and gold striped paper would be the schizz haha , and again the carpet may even live another couple of years !