In 2024, interior design will showcase some exciting wallpaper trends. From a gorgeous new colour palette, nature-inspired prints, and stripe showcases, to wallpaper that’s good for the environment as much as for your home, there are plenty of options that can give your space a stunning makeover.
Your property inspiration
Ahead of the curve, this Serengeti Lifestyle Estate home in Kempton Park features a wonderful wallpaper display. A jaw-dropping geometric print of gold, grey, and beige triangles has been used as a focal point for the sleeping area within one of the gorgeous bedrooms. The choice of colour also blends seamlessly with the warm neutral palette in the rest of the scheme. The result? A space where anyone will find a sanctuary for comfort as well as style.
What wallpaper is trending in 2024?
Because wallpaper takes up great visual real estate in a room, it’s important to choose a look that fits your personality as well as the scheme of your room. Thankfully, 2024 has several design options that are sure to bring joy every time you step into your space.
1. On-trend colours: Wallpapers featuring Pantone’s spring/summer 2024 colour palette will likely make their presence felt in trendy homes. Nature-inspired tones will be big, including vibrant reds, exotic mustards, cheery oranges, earthy browns, and crisp shades of green.
2. Botanical: The beauty and wellness-boosting power of nature will continue in 2024. Look out for lush greenery, forest settings, and florals that will bring the outdoors inside. If you’re not big on showy wallpapers, abstract botanical prints will help you embrace the trend more subtly while still keeping that important connection to nature.
3. Metallic: While a pattern can liven up a bland room, a wallpaper sheen can also work miracles. In 2024, metallic wallpaper, particularly in gold, will brighten up homes and add a touch of luxury. Gold leafing will also trend, adding texture and intrigue to surfaces.
4. Mural: As homeowners look to make unique expressions, wallpaper murals will rise in popularity. These artistic displays can include cityscapes, portraits, abstract shapes, natural backdrops, and renaissance scenes. From modern to elegant, their versatility can work in almost any home.
5. Striped: Although nothing new and a common wallpaper option, stripes will make a splash in fresh ways. Interior designer Peter Dunham says lined wallpaper will be less straight, less solid, and much more colourful. Striped wallpaper will also be inspired by the rustic beauty of handwoven vintage textiles.
6. Unconventional uses: 2024 will see some striking applications of wallpaper. It will be used in wall panels, between shelves, ceilings, and other surprising areas to add a touch of intrigue. The placement in those low-traffic or ‘unseen’ spaces can also give you the confidence to experiment with bold prints and bright colours.
7. Gradient: With a smooth transition from one colour to another, gradient wallpapers add a subtle but memorable effect to walls. This can feature contrasting shades or transitions from a dark colour to light (and vice versa). If you want to add wallpaper to a small room, this is a good choice because it adds depth and a sense of playfulness.
8. Geometric: A wallpaper mainstay, geometric prints will still be sought-after in 2024. They can make a room feel bigger or smaller and provide an immediate contemporary coolness. If you want to jump on this trend, look for triangles, chevrons, and circles at your favourite decor retailer.
9. Eco-friendly: As consumers increasingly embrace eco-friendly values, wallpaper preferences will follow suit. Sustainable options like recycled or organic paper and grasscloth like hemp, jute, or bamboo will be a top choice if you’re one of those looking to lighten your carbon footprint.
Your wallpaper trend FAQs answered
1. Will wallpaper still be in style in 2024?
Yes! Homeowners will be looking to add a healthy dose of personality to their spaces. Wallpapers are ideally designed to make that a reality. With some exciting trends emerging in 2024, there are a lot of options to play around with. Plus, South African consumers have more choices than ever available in-store or online to fuel their creativity.
2. What is the Graham and Brown wallpaper of the year 2024?
The British interiors lifestyle brand has unveiled “New Eden” as their design of the year for 2024. It features a dramatic forestscape full of hidden treasures including perched birds. The vivid green colours dominating the print are described as “friendly and welcoming”, making it a wonderful addition to the home of any nature-lover.
Your home should inspire you
The walls of a home are the perfect canvas for self-expression. Whether you add photographs, sculptures, paintings, your child’s scribblings, or embrace the latest wallpaper decor trends, the creative options are almost endless. Finding a home that can play host to your unique perspective makes all the difference. For help, get in touch with Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty, the most prominent real estate company in South Africa. Our property consultants are ready to help you find the right fit — reach out to us at your convenience.
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