"As the design pendulum sits squarely in maximalist territory, it's safe to say that wallpaper is here to stay. A fun pattern can add a bold, undeniable touch of whimsy to virtually any space. But just because wallpaper has staying power doesn't mean that any old roll will do. Turns out, the prints that were once all the rage might make your place look old or outdated today."
"Color and pattern-drenching are so in right now. So why not wallpaper drenching? "Rather than defining one wall plane, we see a general proclivity towards the wallpaper encompassing a room holistically," Apelian says. The secret, according to Morris, is to give every surface the same treatment. "Wallpapered ceilings - treating the overhead space as the 'fifth wall' - are being used in more rooms to bring cohesion and surprise," she explains."
Wallpaper retains popularity, with bold patterns adding whimsical character to spaces. Some previously popular prints can make rooms appear dated. Large-format repetitive prints and faux-texture wallpapers are declining in appeal for 2026. Immersive treatments like wallpaper-drenching—covering every surface—are gaining traction, emphasizing cohesive color and pattern across a room. Treating ceilings as a 'fifth wall' with wallpaper is increasingly used to create cohesion and surprise. Homeowners who favor existing wallpapers are not obligated to change them, but those seeking a fresh 2026 look should favor immersive, cohesive treatments over large repeats and faux finishes.
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