Today’s wallpaper designs are a far cry from your grandmother’s, which helps explain the revival wallpaper is having in the world of interior design. Wallpaper can be cozy, invigorating, whimsical, luxurious and much more.

“Yesterday’s wallpaper patterns were generally uninspiring small repeats and patterns, intended to blend in rather than stand out and make a statement,” notes Lauren Love, co-founder of wallpaper design studio Abnormals Anonymous in Poulsbo. “Current wallpaper patterns are designed to be expressive, creating spaces that feel lived-in and evoke an ambiance or emotion that even the most saturated paint hue cannot deliver.”Add character to your home with wallpaper