We were asked about trends this week at the interior design seminar we gave at a local homeowner’s association meeting. I had to give this shocking news to the thirty or so delightful members of the audience: wallpaper is back!

Yes, you read right: wallpaper is back, but it’s not the same old wallpaper you grew up with, or may even still have in your home (especially if it was built in the 80s). Today’s wallpaper has big, bold prints and can be used in unexpected ways. Take a look at these examples:

Big and Bold from growhousegrow.com

 You could really make a impact with a wallpaper like this in a powder room. What a treat for your guests! Here’s an example of wallpaper as artwork:

Batik wallpaper from eskayel.com

I love this in a living or dining room instead of those huge floor mirrors that are supposed to make the room look bigger (I think they just make a room confusing — what are your guests supposed to do? Ignore their reflections, or check their hair?)

Finally, this:

from cirqawallcovering.com

Fabulous for a kitchen, bath, or….just maybe…on the ceiling! Wowsah!