Decorating & Design
February 7, 2022
80+ Rooms That Wow With Wallpaper
Wallpaper has a reputation for being bold and eye-catching, but it can also be subtle and understated. Whether it’s used as an accent wall or to envelop an entire space, it adds dimension, impact and energy to a room.
Click through for 80+ stunning spaces with wow-factor wallpaper!
This cool geometric wallpaper brings a sophisticated edge to this 13-year-old’s bedroom.
The dramatic dining room in the 2021 Princess Margaret showhome packs a punch with black and white graphic wallpaper.
Ali Budd’s design-savvy office features leopard-print wallpaper in the open-concept work area.
Both the ceilings and the walls wow with wallpaper in this shared kids’ bedroom. The combination of pattern and color bring a fun and playful vibe to the space.
Another bedroom in the same home features pink and black wallpaper that complements the pretty details of this 7-year-old’s bedroom.
This powder room is a lesson in playing with pattern and contrast. A leopard-print mirror is set against graphic wallpaper and a stone vanity. Even the two-tone soap dispenser brings a hit of contrast.
The wallpaper in this kids room was chosen for its neutral yet playful pattern, which complements the rest of the space.
Built-in shelves with open backs ensure the punchy blue wallpaper remains the star of the space in this playroom.
An idyllic wall mural from Anewall creates a serene backdrop in this English-inspired bedroom.
The powder room of the same home maintains the British theme with traditional English-style wallpaper, eclectic art and a vintage chair.
Traditional wallpaper and brass accents bring an old world feel to this charming kid’s bedroom.
Powder rooms are a great space to go bold with wallpaper. An Iconic Beverly Hills Banana Leaf print brings a whimsical feel to this Tulsa bathroom.
A soft and understated wallpaper is the perfect backdrop for the other bold elements in designer Nyla Free’s sophisticated dining room.
Designer Corey Damen Jenkins is known for his bold use of color and pattern, as seen in this regal bedroom that features 15-foot-high ceilings with striped wallpaper.
This eclectic dining room features modern cheetah wallpaper that offers a more subtle design than some traditional animal print styles.
This cheerful wallpaper brings a pop of color and pattern and distracts from the limited square footage in this tiny powder room.
More is more when it comes to pattern in this bright and charming living room. Designer Tommy Smythe wanted to integrate strong elements like bold floral, wainscotting and striped wallpaper in order to embrace the historic charm of the circa-1790s home.
Palm-patterned wallpaper brings a coastal yet glamorous feel to this charming powder room.
Designer Carmen René Smith is all about maximalist style, which is highlighted in this bold bedroom that features Ebern Designs Peafowl wallpaper.
In this renovated dining room, designer Allison Willson didn’t make any structural changes but the tonal scenic mural really adds a punch. Setting the banquette makes great use of the space.
Schumacher’s Birds & Butterflies wallpaper in this bedroom (used often for guests) makes this spot hard to leave. The whimsical airiness is a joyful sight to start the day.
Kelly Wearstler’s Graffito wallpaper is a well-loved pattern for its bold, artistic strokes. The black background draws the eye and makes the white bedding pop.
For the Spring 2020 Princess Margaret Showhome, designer Sarah Baeumler introduced a punchy jungle-motif wallpaper in the bar area that suits the teal millwork.
Florals can be bossy, according to designer Tommy Smythe, but using striped wallpaper turns down the volume in this Charleston, South Carolina, bedroom. The wallpaper helps camouflage the jib doors as well.
A contemporary Schumacher wallpaper is a graphic contrast to the ebullient floral bedspread and blinds. The pale lavender theme ties all the patterns together for a lively, young effect.
The combination of bold floral wallpaper, a mirror framed in a leopard print and a pink onyx vanity might seem overwhelming, but this powder room proves that wildly contrasting pieces can create a whimsical, inviting space.
Wallpapering an accent wall is an easy way to switch things up in a child’s room, where tastes can change and develop quickly as they grow.
The plaid wallpaper in this fashionable penthouse‘s eating area feels like it belongs in a mod London townhouse and ties the whole look together. The colors of the wallpaper are picked up by the mahogany red chairs and gray-blue pleather banquette for a cohesive effect.
Punchy Hermès wallpaper and vibrant pillows are in sync with the principal bedroom’s color scheme.
This East Coast heritage home embraces traditional touches, so it’s no surprise that the classic medallion print looks right at home with bamboo furniture and deep baseboards.
A palm print wallpaper in Justina Blakeney’s dining room is layered with one of her favorite portraits. Golden tonal drapes keep the focus on the pattern.
Justina’s own wallpaper adorns her lounge (dubbed Bluhemia) to create an atmospheric effect that matches the lush patterns on the rug and pillows.
This bold entryway may only be three by three feet, but that didn’t stop designer Cynthia Ferguson from taking the plunge with a cherry red color (Lyons Red by Benjamin Moore to be exact). A front door is a great place to take daring design risks!
It’s unusual, but wallpapering a ceiling is a huge statement maker and we love the way the pattern repeats on the toss pillows. “In a small room, repetition is important to keep the patterns from overwhelming,” says Cynthia of her bedroom’s twinning drapery and headboard fabric. Black walls highlight the beautiful architectural detailing and provide a place for the eye to rest.
Flocked wallpaper from the 1960s decorates the walls in the morning room of this historic Prince Edward County home, and nods to the space’s authentic, storied past.
A traditional damask wallpaper accents the beautiful heritage details of the dining room, such as the carved mantel and high baseboards.
In this colorful kitchen, the Boråstapeter wallpaper’s floral fern and rhubarb motifs add a joyful exuberance and keep the blue-black cabinets from feeling too heavy.
See more of the cheerful space on H&H TV.
In this personality-packed Montreal home, a peppy, retro palm front wallpaper accents the office’s mid-century flair.
Graffiti-esque wallpaper brings an irreverent spin to a home office and adds dynamic energy that ideal for jump-starting creative thinking.
In a child’s room, wallpaper can be used to reflect a passion or interest, whether it’s dinosaurs, ships or fairies. This digitally printed wallpaper adorns a feature wall, which is easy to switch up as the child grows and those interests change.
Calgary designer Alanna Dunn coveted this Kelly Wearstler wallpaper, which inspired the blush tones throughout her compact condo. “It’s a luxury product, but because this wall is so small, it wasn’t a huge cost,” she says.
For those who prefer a more tailored approach, striped wallpaper delivers a crisp, slimming effect: the vertical lines makes the ceiling seem slightly higher. The stripe wallpaper in this London bedroom mimics a “sleeping under a luxe tent” effect for grown ups.
In The Drake founder Jeff Stober’s weekend retreat in Prince Edward County, a groovy vintage wallpaper’s sunny hues sets a cheery tone, while the curvaceous lines echo the round pendants over the dining table.
An electric Linwood wallpaper makes a feature wall pop in Jeff’s living room and acts as a dynamic backdrop for his collection of artwork.
A preppy, geometric wallpaper in this bathroom evokes a fresh garden trellis feeling with a bit of “Palm Beach tennis club” flair.
In this coastal Connecticut home, Cole & Son’s iconic Nuvolette wallpaper references the changing skies of Long Island Sound.
This classic wallpaper references historic hand-painted patterns by Gracie, Zuber and De Gournay. The pale blue ground and ethereal renderings of peonies and exotic birds turn a bedroom into a restful garden.
A luscious, fruit-inspired damask wallpaper from Thibault is perfectly fitting in this Nashville dining room by Sarah Richardson Design.
In this sweet nursery, breezy floral wallpaper ties in the room’s surfside aesthetic when paired with a handwoven macramé light and rattan rocking chair.
This breezy tie-dye print injects plenty of California cool into a petite powder room.
Intricate koi fish add dimension to Gillian Gillies’ tonal grey European-inspired kitchen.
Tour the traditional space on HHTV.
Cheeky floating sardines — with liberez les sardines (meaning free the sardines) written underneath — offers a playful punch in this cozy corner.
This graphic wallpaper almost resembles chalk on a blackboard, which is a quirky, yet cool feature in this earthy principal bedroom.
Bold floral wallpaper strikes the perfect balance with the entryway’s olive green palette, creating a classic English country vibe.
Whimsical lady bug wall coverings by Villa Nova transform a kids room into an enchanting retreat. An electric pink dresser plays up the colorful bug’s wings.
This striking home‘s powder room is full of pep thanks to the spiky brass chandelier, gilded mirrored vanity and on-trend cobalt wallpaper with a subtle Escher effect.
In shop owner Denise Zidel’s colorful home, black grasscloth wallpaper from Schumacher gives this understated bedroom plenty of drama, and provides a luxurious backdrop for an assortment of bowls.
Step inside her cheerful space on HHTV.
If there is any room in the house to experiment with eye-catching wallpaper, it’s the powder room. This whimsical print, depicting crashing waves, makes a splash in this small space.
In her own home, H&H’s 2018 Designer Of The Year Nam Dang-Mitchell relies on luxe Gracie chinoiserie wallpaper for a romantic touch, that’s updated by contemporary furnishings.
In another example of designer Nam’s love of look-at-me wallpaper, this Circus wallpaper by Cole & Son draws the eye to this handsome mantel in this home office. A tufted armchair and neutral photographs tie in the clean-lined aesthetic.
From Italian design house Fornasetti comes a moody wallpaper filled with fruit-laden pomegranates trees, which help bring the outdoors in.
A wasp’s nest and tree trunk are natural counterparts amidst the geometric, artful wall covering. Look closely and you’ll notice the print is actually precisely positioned beetles.
Bring the rolling hills of the English countryside into your home with this lush wallpaper by Cole & Son.
In Toronto boutique Bettencourt Manor, bold patterned wallpaper is artfully layered with vintage offerings, rich texture and statement art.
Oversized, hyper-real florals are a lush counterpoint for black wainscotting in this dramatic dining room: both work to enhance a moody, cocooning effect.
The fronds of Cole & Son’s breezy palm leaf wallpaper pairs perfectly with the tree-lined view outside in this calming country bathroom.
In this European-inspired condo‘s principal bedroom, velvety handmade wallpaper gives the illusion of marble veining.
An oak leaf-print wallpaper is juxtaposed against an array of curved furniture, for an organic look inspired by nature.
Applying wallpaper above a chair rail, wainscotting or a half-tiled wall softens the boldness so it’s less overwhelming in a small bathroom.
The quilted headboard picks up on the diamond pattern of the wallpaper for a delicate look.
Guest rooms are the perfect spot to use a bold or dramatic wallpaper, as guests don’t tend to stay for long so they won’t tire of the design. Dark, moody Crescent wallpaper by Kelly Wearstler envelops the room in a rich, cozy feeling.
A monochrome palette adds some edge to the floral wallpaper in this Edinburgh home and leavens the look of dark velvet upholstery.
Here, a bucolic farm scene — with pastures of horse and sheep, fields of crops and even barns — looks hand-printed and is a twist on traditional pastoral motifs.
A grown-up floral wallpaper is the perfect choice for the bathroom at this Arts and Crafts–style home in Upstate New York — it nods to the heritage style of the home while still feeling fresh and new.
A super subtle checked wallpaper creates a neutral backdrop for a reproduction of a 19th-century Empire painting.
The now iconic Zebra wallpaper by Scalamandré is a playful choice for a powder room — and is enhanced by matching embroidered hand towels.
High-octane orange wallpaper gives a nursery a fresh spin, and the look will age well with time.
This cottage bathroom brings a little of the outdoors in with a verdant geometrical design that feels like a forest canopy.
With all the white surfaces and fixtures, a bathroom is a great spot to show off a bold wallpaper as it has neutral surfaces that let it breathe. Here, white subway tile acts as a buffer between gutsy wallpaper and illusionary flooring.
In design editor Sally Armstrong’s walk-in closet, a painterly wallpaper wraps around the space and in a niche of shelves for a seamless look. Quiet roman blinds and a large mirror let the space breathe.
In this dining room, an ombré wallpaper makes a subtle statement, which will create the ultimate cocoon for an intimate dinner party.
A wallpaper with a loose, hand-drawn feel gives this bedroom gentle pattern in a soft grey palette. Statement wallpaper in a bedroom can dress up a simple headboard.
Highlight a built-in feature, such as a bookcase or a bar, with a wallpaper backing. This subtle medallion print was custom scaled to fit the wall’s dimensions.