Once banished to the realm of ‘retro’, wallpaper is making a stunning return—this time with fresh patterns, luxe textures, and smart design. If you’re dreaming of a feature wall to lift your living or dining room, wallpaper might just be your new best friend.
Today’s options are anything but daggy. Think lush botanical prints, soft watercolour murals, moody geometrics, and even textured grasscloths. In South East Queensland, specialty stores like Wallpaper Brokers or Wall Candy Brisbane stock everything from high-end European designs to peel-and-stick versions perfect for renters or DIY dabblers.
What’s trending right now? Earthy tones, oversized florals, abstract art prints, and Japandi-inspired neutrals are gracing interiors from Noosa to the Gold Coast. Many designers are also loving wallpaper with a tactile feel—like linen-weave, faux timber, or metallic finishes that catch the light and add dimension.
DIY or call in the pros? Peel-and-stick wallpaper is great for confident DIYers—perfect for smaller walls or as a weekend project. But if you’re working with traditional paste wallpaper, or tackling tricky spaces (hello, high ceilings and corners), hiring a professional installer can save you time, money, and heartache. A crooked pattern or bubbling paper is not the kind of feature you want.
Before starting, measure twice, order once—and always buy a little extra to allow for pattern matching.
Whether you’re going for dramatic or serene, wallpaper has the power to turn plain walls into works of art. So go on—add some flair, show your personality, and let your walls do the talking this season.
