Wallpaper is a great way to add color and visual interest to a room but is often associated with old fashioned floral or dated patterns. Today’s modern designs have been thoroughly updated to allow you the flexibility of this great design product without making your home look like your grandparent’s vintage domicile.
Natural Products
Wallpaper that resembles natural elements like wood or stone is really big right now. Here are a few examples of the most popular natural looks.
Stone Wallpaper
This wallpaper offers the look of natural, quarried stone that’s been layered up the wall. This is a really luxurious accent to any room and gives it a great design boost.
Ivy Wallpaper
Bring the outdoors in with this ivy wallpaper. This look really makes the room feel like it was settled in the middle of a wood, and adds an open feel to the design.
Cinderblock Wallpaper
Cinderblock walls are not just for your college dorm anymore! This wallpaper adds an industrial feel to the rustic design pictured here and gives it an edge typical sheetrock would not have.
Fern Leaf Wallpaper
This fun fern print lightens a space with its white background. This is a great print for a bathroom like what’s shown here, or even in a kitchen.
Camo Tree Wallpaper
The woody print of this wallpaper boasts both tree silhouettes and camouflage design. This would be a great choice for a quirky living room, a man cave, or the bedroom of a teen who hunts.
Distressed Wood Wallpaper
The wood paneling showcased in this wallpaper is really popular right now for many home designs. Use this for an accent wall or on the ceiling for a cool design twist. Find this wallpaper on Amazon here.
Grasscloth Wallpaper
This wallpaper is perfect for a lighter colored room that you still want a bit of texture in. Use this in a bathroom to create a luxurious retreat. Find this wallpaper on Amazon here.
Whitewashed Brick Wallpaper
Whitewashed brick is another big design trend right now, and this paper would be great on a wall in a living room or kitchen for a stunning accent wall. Find this on Amazon here.
Blue Distressed Wood Wallpaper
This is another distressed wood paper, but this time it flashes some blue tones. Perfect for a quiet bedroom or a peaceful study, this wallpaper is sure to add a surprising and pleasant element to your design. Find this paper here on Amazon.
Sandstone Wallpaper
This paper’s sandstone block design would look amazing as an accent in a living room or kitchen. Find this paper here on Amazon.
Floral
Floral wallpapers have long been a favorite choice for home decor, but the more modern looks are quite different from the papers available a few decades ago. Check these examples out to get some ideas for your home!
Dogwood Flower Wallpaper
This paper shows how busy designs can make a dramatic statement in a small space. A style like this would be great in a small bathroom or as an accent in a living area.
Black and White Floral Wallpaper
The black and white florals are a great choice for a formal living or dining room, and it would also look amazing in a bathroom.
Grayscale Fern Wallpaper
The grayscale of this wallpaper is stunning while being subtle. The brush of the fern leaves across the wall really adds a sense of motion that would energize a large space or a room with other muted colors.
Pink Tree Wallpaper
How cute is this tree motif paper? This would be perfect in a little girl’s woodland room.
Subtle Foilage Wallpaper
This wallpaper is so good at subtle design. This would be a great choice for a smaller room, both for the light color and the understated florals.
Folk Tulip Wallpaper
This floral print is such a fun wallpaper, and the black and white color scheme makes it a great choice for a formal living or dining area. Find this wallpaper on Amazon here.
Neutral Watercolor Floral Wallpaper
This watercolor paper would work really well in a bedroom with other elements that showcase brighter colors. Find this paper on Amazon here.
White Treetops Wallpaper
Are you loving this tree wallpaper as much as we are? The simple lines used here are graceful and elegant, making this paper a great addition to a dining room, living room, or even a calm and cool bedroom. Find this paper here on Amazon.
Groovy Garden Wallpaper
Modern design has had a big influence on this paper, and it would look amazing in a formal dining or living room, or even a kitchen. Find this paper here on Amazon.
Black Floral Wallpaper
This wallpaper would make a great dramatic statement in a bed, bath, or living room, or you could use it on the ceiling for a surprising twist in the room’s design. Find this wallpaper here on Amazon.
Geometric Designs
Geometry might have bored you to tears in high school, but the geometric designs we’re about to show you will be sure to send your inner designer into overdrive.
Gray Hexagon Wallpaper
This paper is such a fun design for a bedroom or bathroom, but it would also look great in an entryway for an accent wall.
Neutral Geometric Star Wallpaper
This paper could be used to easily create a warm and cozy space perfect for a bedroom or living area.
Ivory Waves Wallpaper
This wallpaper has a great neutral palette as well as a calming pattern and would be perfect for a formal living or dining room.
Turquoise Diamond Wallpaper
The wallpaper shown here is bold and bright and would work really well in an open and airy living area or to make a small bathroom pop.
Brown Feathered Wallpaper
The feathered striping on the paper applied to the ceiling is a big hit in today’s trends, and it would look great on the wall of a bathroom, too.
White and Gold Striped Hexagon
The colors give this paper a clean look, and the hexagons add in dramatic visual interest. Use this in a formal living room or a bathroom for a bit of added glam. Find this wallpaper on Amazon here.
Deep Blue Arrowhead
This wallpaper could work well in a kitchen or bathroom for a bit of added visual interest. Find this paper here on Amazon.
Blue Chevron Stripe
The chevron stripes in this paper are really trendy and would work great in a living room or in a bath. Find this paper on Amazon here.
Charcoal and Copper Diamond Wallpaper
How cool is this funky geo look? Use this in a formal dining or living room for an elegant statement, or in a master bedroom. Find this paper here on Amazon.
Rose Gold Geo Wallpaper
The softer lines in this wallpaper would go well in a room intended for relaxing like a bedroom or bath. Find this wallpaper on Amazon here.
3D Designs
Using a 3D wallpaper might seem odd, but trust us, it’s a showstopper. Many designers are using these to create a more lifelike feel to the spaces they work on, and it’s definitely working.
3D Forest Wallpaper
This wallpaper is stunning and would be a great choice in a bedroom or in an entryway.
3D Tulip Tree Wallpaper
This wallpaper adds a lot of depth to the room and would work really well in a small bedroom or living room.
Neutral 3D Diamond Wallpaper
This 3D wallpaper makes for an awesome accent wall and would work really well in a bedroom or bath.
Gold and Blue 3D Wallpaper
This 3D paper has both glamorous and neutral elements, and it’s a great choice for a study or bathroom.
Bright Blue 3D Tool Wallpaper
This wallpaper has so many interesting elements to it, and the different instruments on it would make it perfect for a man cave, a doctor’s office, or even the backdrop of a workshop.
Wavy 3D Wallpaper
The neutral coloring and wavy ridges of this paper make it a great choice for a living room or bedroom with brighter colors. Find this paper here on Amazon.
Embossed 3D Rose Wallpaper
This embossed 3D wallpaper is an elegant choice for a bedroom or living room. Find this paper here on Amazon.
Brick Stone 3D Wallpaper
Abstract Curve 3D Wallpaper
The brick images are great for an accent wall in a living room or kitchen. Find this wallpaper here on Amazon.
This paper oozes luxury and elegance and would be perfect in a master bedroom or a formal living or dining room. Find this paper here on Amazon.
Red Brick 3D Wallpaper
The 3D element of this paper breathes life into the room and makes for such an interesting design element. Use this classic brick design to give a living space charm and character. Find this paper here on Amazon.
Whimsical
The paper showcased in this section is perfect for the fun-loving among us. With bright colors and bold designs, you’re sure to find something that will add a personal touch to the room.
Cactus Wallpaper
This cactus wallpaper is a great choice for a dining room to add a bit of personality, or to a mudroom for a bit of interest.
Hot Air Balloon Wallpaper
The hot air balloons featured on this paper are adorable and would be great in a playroom or bath.
Forest Animal Wallpaper
The furry friends on this paper are too cute, and they create such a sweet look in this nursery. Wallpaper like this is huge in children’s rooms right now, and using it really brings a theme together.
Nautical Charts Wallpaper
Constellations and navigation figurings on this wallpaper would be a great addition to a bedroom or study.
Blue and White Diamond Wallpaper
This pretty wallpaper has such a playful look and would work great in a bedroom or bath.
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Metropolis Wallpaper
This wallpaper is super cute and has a great youthful element to it, making it perfect for a child’s room or playroom. Find this wallpaper here on Amazon.
Orange and Blue Bohemian Wallpaper
The bohemian wallpaper is really versatile and would work well in a living room, as well as a bedroom or bath. Find this paper here on Amazon.
Llama Wallpaper
This llama wallpaper is a favorite design right now for bedrooms and playrooms. Use this to create an accent wall, or for the whole room for a really playful vibe. Find this wallpaper here on Amazon.
Mural Wallpaper
Murals are a big trend right now, and using one for an accent wall will make your room on point. Keep reading to see our favorite examples!
Large Flower Mural Wallpaper
This mural has a really stunning color pallet and could be used to add color and interest to a neutral room.
Exotic and Colorful Wallpaper
This mural would be amazing in an entryway to welcome guests, or in a large living room to create an accent wall.
Bright Pink Tree Wallpaper
The bright pink filter on these trees really energizes a room. Use this in a living area to create a more fun-loving atmosphere.
Autumn River Wallpaper
This calming river scene is a perfect display for a bedroom or living area you want to create a peaceful atmosphere in.
Blue and Green Bohemian Wallpaper
The bohemian designs give a laid back vibe, while the colors are used to create a casual, relaxed feel that works great in a bedroom or informal living area.
Deep Forest Wallpaper
The waterfall used in this mural brings such a sense of peace to the room and would work perfectly in a bedroom or for a living room. Find this wallpaper here on Amazon.
Mediterranean Arch Wallpaper
This is a great mural for a living room, especially one in a Mediterranean style house. You could also add this to a bedroom with lightweight, neutral linens to create a relaxing, breezy design. Find this wallpaper here on Amazon.
White Beach Scene Wallpaper
Use a mural like this one to give you the view of your dreams in your bedroom, bath, or a living area. Find this mural paper on Amazon here.
Underwater Ocean Mural Wallpaper
An underwater ocean scene makes for a great mural. Add it to the ceiling for added interest in the room. Find this wallpaper here on Amazon.
Downtown New York Wallpaper
This black and white city scene is perfect for a bedroom or a bathroom. Stick with mainly black and white and only add a few pops of color in order to not overwhelm the scene. Find this wallpaper on Amazon here.
Color Wallpaper
Bright, bold designs have their own place on the stage in today’s designs, and these wallpapers showcase them beautifully.
Multicolor Block Wallpaper
This wallpaper is great for creating a cheerful space, like in this bedroom or in a living area.
Mosaic Blue and Pink Wallpaper
This image is a great example of how you can mix and match colors to transition between rooms and would work great in a dining and living room or kitchen.
Orange Deco Wallpaper
Use bright patterned paper like this in a small space to help make it a big part of your overall home design.
Flock of Flamingos Wallpaper
This flamingo paper would look amazing behind a white-footed tub for an exotic retreat, or you could hang this in a dining room for an eclectic feel.
Multicolored Distressed Wood Wallpaper
This wallpaper would be a fun choice to cover a ceiling for a surprising design element. You could also lay this so the lines run horizontally to create a neat accent wall in a living area. Find this paper here on Amazon.
Coral Grove Wallpaper
This paper has a definite feminine vibe, and it would be a great addition to a bathroom design. It would create the perfect accent wall behind either sinks or a stand-alone tub. Find this here on Amazon.
Minimal Wallpaper
Minimal designs are going to be around for a while. The subtlety of their look adds detail without overwhelming a room, and as you can see below, looks great doing it.
Neutral Stripe Wallpaper
This paper with its clean and simple lines would be perfect for a living space to create visual interest without overwhelming other parts of the design.
Cement Wall Wallpaper
The concrete look of this paper is great for more industrial designs and would work well in any living area.
Shimmering Blocks Wallpaper
This wallpaper is gorgeous without being overwhelming and would be great in a dining or living area to take the atmosphere up a notch.
Neutral Textured Wallpaper
This textured paper is great for adding extra visual detail and would work really well in a bed or bathroom.
Speckled Wallpaper
This wallpaper is really interesting in a room. The speckled pattern with neutral colors gives a cool gravel appearance. It would be great for an accent wall in a living area or a bathroom.
Beadboard Stripe Wallpaper
This beadboard paper is a really classic design element and adds a great look to any room, especially in bathrooms and dining rooms. Find this paper here on Amazon.
Metallic Dot Wallpaper
This paper with metallic dots would add a fun detail to a living or dining area. Find this paper on Amazon here.
Shimmery Grayscale Wallpaper
Use this shimmery paper in a living room to add a bit of glamour or use it in a girly girl’s bedroom for a bit of glitz. Find this wallpaper on Amazon here.
Watercolor Stripe Wallpaper
This paper has such a calm color scheme and would be great for creating a relaxing feel in a bath or bedroom. Find this paper here on Amazon.
Textured Tan Wallpaper
This minimalist paper adds both texture and height to a room with its vertical lines, or you can hang it horizontally in a narrow room to add visual width. Find this wallpaper here on Amazon.
Choosing Your Wallpaper
We hope this guide to today’s top wallpaper designs has helped you get some ideas to add to a room in your home. Choose any of these looks and you’re sure to have a design that’s perfectly on point!