Small changes, big personality
Not every space needs a full renovation.
Right now, people are rethinking how they design the home they live in now. It’s less about waiting for the “perfect” space and more about making what you have feel like you. A corner, a wall, a nook, sometimes it’s just small changes that shift the entire mood.
Wallpaper fits right into that.
It’s one of the easiest ways to transform a space without a full remodel. A single wall can bring in color, pattern, and personality in a way that feels immediate and expressive.
Here are five ways to use wallpaper right now, and why they’re working.
- 1. The Statement Wall (for “My Room, My Rules” Energy)
- 2. The Cozy Reading Nook (Even If It’s Just a Corner)
- 3. A Nursery That Feels Sweet, Warm, and a Little Special
- 4. The Color-Driven Kitchen (Beyond White Walls)
- 5. The Narrative Wall (Tell a Story)
- 6. The Laundry Room Upgrade (Make the Mundane Better)
- The Layered Look (Wallpaper + Tile Together)
- Make It Yours
1. The Statement Wall (for “My Room, My Rules” Energy)
If there’s one shift happening, it’s this: we are done playing it safe.
Interest in expressive, personality-driven spaces is high, and you can feel it. More color. More patterns. Less worrying about whether it “matches.”
A statement wall is the simplest way to lean into that.
Go bold with something like Las Marcas. Graphic, high-contrast, and full of movement. Let it take over one wall and keep everything else a little quieter.
Why it works:
- Big impact, low commitment
- Instantly changes the mood of a room
- Lets you experiment without redesigning everything
2. The Cozy Reading Nook (Even If It’s Just a Corner)
Small spaces are having a moment.
Designers are carving out reading nooks in closets, corners, window seats, and anywhere they can create a soft place to land. It’s less about square footage and more about feeling.
Wrap a small area in something warm and detailed like Silvestre or Spring. It creates a sense of enclosure, like stepping into a different room, even if it’s just a chair and a lamp.
Why it works:
- Makes small spaces feel intentional
- Adds warmth without clutter
- Turns overlooked areas into destinations
On the Fringe wallpaper in Oakmoss color
3. A Nursery That Feels Sweet, Warm, and a Little Special
A nursery is one of the sweetest places to bring in wallpaper.
It doesn’t need to be loud to feel memorable. A softer pattern can add warmth, charm, and just enough detail to make the room feel thoughtful from the start.
Lil Flower works especially well here. Its small-scale floral repeat feels gentle and familiar, bringing personality to the room without overwhelming it. It’s the kind of pattern that can grow with the space. Or try Petalita: It’s sweet for a nursery, but timeless enough to last beyond it.
Why it works:
- Adds softness and personality
- Feels warm without feeling busy
- Creates a room that feels special from day one
4. The Color-Driven Kitchen (Beyond White Walls)
Kitchens are getting more personal.
Trends are (finally!) moving away from all-white spaces and leaning into color, such as moody blues, vintage pinks, earthy tones. It’s less showroom, more lived-in.
Wallpaper can play a role here too.
Use it in a breakfast nook, above wainscoting, or on a single wall to bring in pattern alongside tile. Something like Petalita or Rama works well here. It’s the extra cherry on top for spaces that don’t call for tile.
Why it works:
- Adds personality without a full remodel
- Pairs naturally with tile and cabinetry
- Brings interest into a functional space
5. The Narrative Wall (Tell a Story)
Some spaces want more than pattern; they want you to stop and think.
This is where narrative designs come in. Patterns like Conejos or Tres Tristes Tigres bring in characters, movement, and a sense of story. They feel a little more unexpected, a little more alive.
Try this in an entryway, hallway, or powder room, and any places where you can surprise people.
Why it works:
- Creates a memorable moment
- Adds depth beyond decoration
- Feels personal and a little playful
6. The Laundry Room Upgrade (Make the Mundane Better)
Laundry rooms don’t usually get much attention, but they should.
You’re already spending time there, so why not make it feel good? Wallpaper is an easy way to turn a purely functional space into something with personality.
Go a little bolder here. Try something playful like Floreria, or lean into rhythm with Las Marcas. Smaller spaces can handle more pattern and actually makes them feel more intentional.
Why it works:
- Transforms a purely functional space
- Makes everyday routines feel a little better
- A great place to take more design risks
The Layered Look (Wallpaper + Tile Together)
The good news? You don’t have to choose between tile and wallpaper. In fact, they work best together.
Tile handles the functional surfaces, such as floors, bathrooms, backsplashes. Wallpaper can take over the surrounding walls, adding softness and movement around it.
We offer suggested tile pairings for each wallpaper design to make it easier to see what works well together, whether you want something tonal and calm or bold and high contrast.
Why it works:
- Balances structure and softness
- Builds a more layered, finished space
- Lets each material do what it does best
Make It Yours
The biggest shift right now isn’t about style, it’s about mindset.
Start designing spaces for yourselves, not for resale or approval. It’s more personal, more expressive, and a little less polished.
Start small. Pick a corner. Feel the magic unfold.
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