Creating Accent Walls with Wallpaper

Are accent walls still “in”? Are wallpaper accent walls a thing? Is it acceptable to decorate just one wall with wallpaper?

Our answer? Do what makes you happy. Follow the “Dopamine Decorating” trend and choose decor items that spark joy and feel like you. Of course, we think wallpaper fits in most spaces! If you want to add wallpaper to your space but are budget-conscious or aren’t sure about committing to all four walls, creating an accent wall with wallpaper or a mural can still make a big impact. Read on for three ways to style an accent wall!

Try a Mural

Take a leaf from hotel designers’ book and go bold with a mural on a feature wall, like the wall behind your bed’s headboard. The bright colors and scenic vista of our Idyll mural are joyful and energizing, perfect for waking up to. Pairing it with neutral finishes and some brightly colored pillows ties the whole look together! This mural is customized to fit your wall and can be printed on either peel-and-stick or classic wallpaper to suit your DIY style. Shop the Odyssey collection here. 

Brighten up a Kitchen

Try an oversized tropical print, like our Jungla wallpaper, to add a playful touch to a kitchen or dining area. Keeping the pattern on one wall prevents it from overwhelming the space and injects a pop of color into the neutral kitchen. Coordinating colorful chairs keeps the whimsical vibe going! Shop tropical wallpaper here. 

Take a Subtle Approach

If bright colors aren’t quite your style, accent walls can be created with subtle patterns. Our Peak wallpaper works well in this Japandi-style bedroom, where the wallpaper adds a bit of visual interest and texture without overwhelming the space. The tone-on-tone pattern fits in perfectly with the bedroom's neutral, calm, earthy energy. Shop the Japandi capsule collection here.