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If you thought wallpaper might be a trend, you're wrong. Wallpaper isn't going anywhere. In fact, it seems to be getting more and more popular -- and more and more interesting to look at. Several designers have released bold graphic prints that have us swooning. Here's a look at the best new wallpapers to hit the market:
Put on your sunglasses! Photos: Graham & Brown
Graham & Brown
Graham & Brown introduced two new and exclusive designer collections into their catalog at the New York International Contemporary Furniture Fair. First, Amy Butler's wallpaper collection (above) is a continuation of Amy's signature leafy, graphic florals and eye-popping color combos. The collection consists of six patterns in six colorways and reinforces her modern and relaxed approach to decor.
Whether a fancy cocktail lounge or a bedroom, these papers are perfect. Photos: Graham & Brown
Also for Graham & Brown, designer Kelly Hoppen introduced a series of six simple yet elegant patterns (above) that are so versatile, they can easily fit into modern and traditional, masculine or feminine interiors. The star of this collection is texture (it incorporates fabric weaving and some natural textured surfaces). It begs to be touched.
A few of the provocative tropical prints from Flavor Paper, designed in collaboration with Lenny Kravitz. Photos: Flavor Paper
Kravitz Design and Flavor Paper
Lenny Kravitz -- yes, that Lenny Kravitz -- is coming out with his own line of wallcoverings. I have to admit that after profiling his rockin' Miami former residence, I can see that he has quite the eye for design. He's partnered with funky and fresh company Flavor Paper to design the collection. Called "Tropicalismo," it was inspired by time that Kravitz spent in Brazil, and he's called the collection, "rhythmic and sexy." The bold, graphic patterns, typical of Flavor Paper's previous collections, are influenced primarily by the late 1960's Brazilian Tropicalismo movement, which marries robust graphic patterns and utopian rhythms in art, music and design.
Haunting scenes from Trove inspired by real events. Photos: Trove
Trove
Trove's newest line of papers follows in their previous collections' footsteps. Expect light, airy photographic images, except these are a bit more dramatic. Theater balconies and scenic views of oceans and clouds are more interactive -- the images are larger with one focus, so instead of repeat patterns of birds or flowers, we're invited into the print, per se, for an experience.
The inspiration behind the natural scenes is the dangerous power of nature, as seen in the past decade with natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina and devastating tsunamis. The balcony wallpaper was created using a historic photograph of Teatro La Fenice, a Venice opera house. The photograph was taken after the theater had been rebuilt from a devastating fire.
Rollout keeps wallpaper fresh and trendy. Photos: Rollout
Rollout is a Canadian company that focuses on more artistic and illustrative designs, and works closely with designers to create fun and trendy wall coverings. Their newest collections feature eye-catching designs from popular design duo Mike & Maaike as well as Rollout co-founder Jonathan Nodrick.
York's newest collection bejewels your walls. Photos: York
York Wallcoverings
York is taking wallpaper to a new level, accessorizing it with subtle embellishments like Swarovski crystals, thread and glitter. Their "Vintage Jewel" collection features optional Swarovski crystals, like Christie's Trellis pictured above left. In the top right photo, San Grass has a pearlized background -- it certainly makes beige a lot less bland! On the bottom right, simple dragonflies are accented with silver and gold wings that are hand-embroidered with metallic thread.
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Reader comments (Page 1 of 1)
Looking at these walls....gives me vertigo.......and I may throw up a little............way too much!
ReplyMaybe for an accent wall...like around the fireplace or behind a bed...but not for all four walls...that would be too much to handle.
ReplyUgly-ugly. My country wallpaper looks so beautiful in my country home.. Each to his/her own look on their walls.
ReplyMy thoughts, . . precisely ! . . . To me, . . Balance is always key. . . . That lets out anything that's in un-even numbers, . . one larger than the other, . . or more on one side than the other, . . know what I mean ???? . . . Sorry, . . but these ideas look like what someone would conjure up during a really good DRUNK !!! . . .
Replyewwwww. I know everyone has different taste in this world. But most of these as wallpaper? I think that decorating style might actually be downright scary at times. As someone who has wallpaper all over her home, this is just too much. Surprisingly the ONLY one that I think I could ever do anything with is the black one. I can envision a way I could work that into a room that I would like. But the rest of them, let me put it this way. If I owned a piece of clothing with those prints or designs, I'd send them off to the Goodwill or make them into cleaning rags.
Replymy house is so loaded in wood paneling, wallpaper, popcorn ceilings, and the ugliest vinyl flooring i've ever seen. but the good news is it can all be removed and I am bound and determined to do so. yws, you can feel sad for me. imagine how i feel. i do like some of the paper in the article but get real. it peels over time and is a problem to remove.
ReplyThese are some of the most exciting paper designs I have seen in years, Brava to the designers!
ReplyI have custom stucco walls all throughout my house, they are very exotic, however, if I did not I would definately try some of these. They are definately the most exciting wall art I have seen in years.