Exquisite wallpaper designs to inspire spaces in New Zealand homes

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19 July 2023

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The Sauvages L'habit de Vénus (panoramique) by ELITIS.
The Sauvages L'habit de Vénus (panoramique) by ELITIS.
Wallpaper is a fantastic type of wall covering, especially from an interior design perspective, with options galore to grace your home. The very best wallpaper designs captivate the eyes and evoke emotions in a deeply personal way and there are some exquisite examples that do exactly that and more.

Finding the perfect wallpaper for any space in your home can be challenging with so many choices to consider. A great way to start your search is by first looking at those at the top of the pile in terms of styling and design to understand the potential that exists. That’s why we’ve put together this list of exceptional wallpaper designs for those looking to create truly inspired spaces.

1. Only Blue Wallpaper Collection — Resene

The Only Blue Wallpaper Collection is one made specifically for fans of blue. Within it, you’ll find a superb range of wallpaper patterns and designs covering almost every shade of blue imaginable. Fine choices like this mountain range in outline with a foreground of lush leaves make a bold statement, creating a strong focal point in a room. 

You'll find brilliant uses of blue everywhere with the Only Blue Wallpaper Collection.

2. House of Hackney Wallpaper Collection — Artisan

For beautiful, bold and extravagant designs it's hard to beat the House of Hackney Wallpaper Collection. These fantastically floral designs are all about rich colour and intricate detailing that capture both beauty and meaning. Its aesthetic style is true to its English roots which endeavour to turn your house into a home with elegance and ease.

Bold, extravagant and elegant —words that barely do justice to the House of Hackney wallpaper collection.

3. Technografica Italian Wallpaper — Tile Space

Staying within Europe, though with a vastly different approach to wallpaper design, Technograifica Italian Wallpaper offers graphical designer wallpapers that showcase eye-catching geometric patterns. Drawing from the ceramic industry design sector, these wallpapers are a great way to introduce visual interest in a room. They can add depth and dynamism to walls with a multi-dimensional element that is extremely versatile across a wide range of interior design styles.

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Introduce depth and dynamism to your space with the Technografica Italian Wallpaper collection.

4. Eden Styl'Editions Floral Wallpaper — Designsource

The "Eden" Wallpaper by Styl'Editions creates a dreamlike scene where nature and imagination merge beautifully. Its intricate illustrations feature chameleons, butterflies, birds, and vibrant florals, capturing a magical coexistence of flora and fauna. Rich chromatic details add depth and energy, transforming any room into a captivating, lively space.

Create a dreamlike scene with the "Eden" Wallpaper by Styl'Editions.

5. Autour Du Monde Wallpaper Collection — Guthrie Bowron

The Autour Du Monde Wallpaper Collection invites children to embark on a whimsical journey inspired by the classic novel Around the World in 80 Days. Featuring charming designs of hot air balloons over starry skies, the collection brings together pastel Scandinavian patterns for the North and vibrant tropical prints for the South. These non-woven wallpapers are easy to install, versatile for any room, and perfect for sparking a stylish sense of adventure in playrooms, bedrooms, or offices.

The Autour Du Monde Wallpaper Collection is the perfect choice for a stylish children's bedroom.

6. De Gournay Gustavian Garden Wallpaper — Baran de Bordeaux

An exquisite hand-painted wallpaper in a spring colourway, the De Gournay Gustavian Garden Wallpaper exudes elegance with its minimalist Chinoiserie design, inspired by the Prima Ballerinas' dressing room in Sweden’s Drottningholme Palace. The repeating floral and bird motifs create a serene sense of order, adding sophistication to any space. Large, delicately detailed flowers in full bloom on sparse branches add timeless beauty, while perched birds enhance their refined European charm.

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Inspired by the Prima Ballerinas' dressing room in Sweden’s Drottningholme Palace, the De Gournay Gustavian Garden Wallpaper is a beautiful choice.

7. Sauvages L'habit de Vénus (panoramique) by ELITIS — Seneca

Sauvages L'habit de Vénus by ELITIS is an artistic abstract choice that captures the allure of the jungle in a panoramic design that transforms your walls into a mesmerising masterpiece. Its intricate animal-inspired patterns and textures blend seamlessly across a vinyl-on-paper construction, providing durability along with striking visual appeal. This fire-resistant, washable wallpaper has practical appeal and is a bold statement to any space.

The Sauvages L'habit de Vénus (panoramique) by ELITIS is an abstract work of art with a primal sense of texture.

Some beautiful wallpaper designs to inspire you

As you can see there are some amazing wallpapers on the market today, designed by talented artists and professionals from far and wide. Whether it’s a choice that takes inspiration from nature or a captivating geometric pattern, you’ll find something that enhances and elevates the living spaces in your home in a way that will be appreciated by all.

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(This article was updated on 5th November 2024)