Adorning your walls with wallpaper is one of the easiest ways to add instant design flair, but in 2026, designers are going far beyond the once-popular accent wall by hanging wallpaper in unexpected and creative ways.
"I think the most 'designer' way to hang wallpaper is to start with the atmosphere you want to create," says designer Henriette Kockum. "Whether it’s subtle movement or a bold statement, wallpaper works best when it’s supporting the story of the space, not just filling a wall."
