Blog Post Wallpaper is ‘the art’
Why Choose Wallpaper Over Blank White Walls
As an interior designer, I know the temptation, clean, white walls. They’re everywhere. They’re “safe,” neutral, and often the default. But for me? White walls can feel cold, sterile, and frankly, a bit lifeless.
I love homes that feel warm, lived-in, and deeply personal. For me, one of the most powerful ways to bring that sense of warmth and personality into a space is with wallpaper.
Yes — wallpaper. Not the outdated kind you might remember from your grandmother’s kitchen (although, even that has its charm). I’m talking about modern wallpaper as a form of wall art. It’s rich in texture, layered with feeling, and it immediately makes a room feel finished. Wallpaper has soul.
People often try to add “personality” to an all-white room by throwing in artwork — pieces with no meaning, just a picture or canvas to inject some colour. But wallpaper is the art. It surrounds you. It creates atmosphere. It tells a story.
My personal favourites? Botanicals and florals. They’re timeless. They connect us to nature, and they never go out of style. Go too trendy, and your space might look dated in a year. But choose something classic and thoughtful, and it will grow with your home. Wallpaper isn’t just decoration. It’s expression. It’s warmth. It’s texture. It’s home.
Why Stop at the Powder Room? Wallpaper Deserves a Bigger Stage
Wallpaper has made a comeback — we all know that. But somehow, it’s often still hiding in the one room you spend the least time in: the powder room. Don't get me wrong — a wallpapered powder room can be beautiful, even dramatic. But it’s also become the go-to safe choice. A small space. A “just in case I hate it” experiment. A little splash of personality... behind a closed door.
But here’s my question: Why stop there?
As an interior designer, one of the things I’m most passionate about is creating spaces that feel lived-in, warm, and uniquely you. I love layering textures, colours, and personality into a space — and wallpaper is one of my absolute favourite tools for doing just that.
Wallpaper is More Than Decoration — It’s Emotion
All-white walls can be lovely in theory — they’re clean, minimal, easy. But to me? They often feel cold. Sterile. A bit like a blank canvas that never quite got painted.
I see so many people try to warm up those white walls by hanging random art just for a pop of colour. But here’s the thing: Wallpaper is the art. It tells a story. It brings texture, feeling, and soul to a room in a way that prints and frames rarely can.
And when you choose the right one — it becomes timeless.
So Let’s Think Bigger
Why not the living room? It’s where you relax, entertain, and spend time with your people. Why not the kitchen — the heart of the home? Why not bring softness and warmth into your bedroom, where you start and end each day?
Wallpaper doesn’t have to scream. It can whisper. It can be bold, moody, botanical or soft, textured, and tonal. It doesn’t have to cover every wall, even just one thoughtfully papered wall can transform a space completely.
My Style: Botanical, Textural, Timeless
Personally, I gravitate toward natural patterns, botanicals, florals, things that feel grounded and calming. I love wallpaper that feels like a part of the home, not just a trend pasted on a wall. My go-to brand? Rebel Walls — their designs are artful, high quality, and often feel like a mural more than a pattern. That said, the key isn’t the brand, it’s finding something that reflects your style and that you won’t get sick of in 12 months.
Remember, if you chase a trend, your walls will date fast. But if you choose something timeless, something you love, it will always feel right.
Ready to Think Outside the Powder Room?
If you’ve ever stood in a wallpaper showroom feeling totally lost, or stared at your plain white walls wondering why your home still doesn’t feel quite “finished” — I’ve got you. Wallpaper isn’t just for the brave, It’s for anyone who wants to come home and feel… home.
