Wallpaper isn’t just back—it’s having a full renaissance. The wallpaper trends for 2025 signal a shift towards creating more personalized and dramatic interiors, from wallpapered ceilings to oversized murals. We’re seeing homeowners move beyond the traditional accent wall to embrace wallpaper as a defining design element throughout their homes, especially in kitchens and baths where personality matters most.
1) Nature Gets a Bold Makeover
Biophilic design has evolved beyond delicate florals. Playing with scale will continue to be a wallpaper trend in 2025, and we’re seeing this play out beautifully with oversized botanicals and dramatic forest motifs that command attention rather than whisper softly in the background.
Design Spotlight: A Powder Room with Personality
One of our current projects features a playful, large-scale bird-patterned wallpaper paired with a vintage-inspired pedestal sink. Even mid-construction, you can see how bold patterns transform a small space into a jewel box of character and charm.
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2) The Art Gallery Effect
Wallpapers also showcase mural designs and even Renaissance art, turning your walls into curated gallery spaces. This trend is particularly striking in powder rooms and dining areas where guests have time to appreciate the artistry. Think watercolor landscapes that flow seamlessly across walls or abstract geometric patterns that create visual movement and energy.
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3) Texture Takes Center Stage
Vinyl wallpaper is now a must-have, offering better durability in humid conditions, making textured wallpapers perfect for bathrooms and kitchens. We’re loving grasscloth-effect papers, faux plaster finishes, and even papers that mimic natural stone—all bringing tactile richness to spaces that were once limited to paint and tile.
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Embracing 2025’s Color Palette
For 2025, Pantone has selected Mocha Mousse, a warm, sophisticated brown that exudes elegance and comfort, and we’re seeing this rich, grounding color appear in wallpapers alongside complementary earthy tones. Classic colors that offer deep hues such as emerald green, navy blue, and charcoal gray are creating sophisticated, cocooning spaces that feel both timeless and thoroughly modern.
The move toward these deeper, more complex colors reflects our collective desire for spaces that feel intentional and nurturing—perfect for the intimate spaces of kitchens and baths where we begin and end each day.
Insights from the KRB Kitchen + Bath Team:
For Kitchens: Focus wallpaper on areas away from direct water exposure—behind open shelving, in breakfast nooks, or as a striking backsplash alternative in dry prep areas.
For Bathrooms: Vinyl wallpaper is now a must-have, offering better durability in humid conditions. Consider it for powder rooms, or in full baths on walls away from the shower/tub area. Always ensure proper ventilation.
Scale Matters: Small spaces can handle big patterns—don’t be afraid to go bold in a powder room or walk-in pantry.
Test Drive: Always order samples and live with them for a few days in different lighting conditions before committing.
Beyond Decoration: Personal Style Made Statement
Wallpaper gives homeowners an opportunity to weave their personal interests and style into their home design. We’re working with clients who are choosing patterns that reflect their passions—art collectors gravitating toward gallery-worthy murals, world travelers selecting global-inspired motifs, and nature enthusiasts embracing oversized botanicals that bring their outdoor interests inside.
This trend toward personalization means your kitchen or bath can showcase what makes you unique, whether that’s a subtle nod to your favorite hobby or a bold declaration of your design aesthetic. The key is finding patterns that feel authentically you, not just on-trend.
Ready to explore designs that reflect your style? Let our team at KRB Kitchen and Bath Design Center help you create a kitchen or bath that’s both beautiful and full of personality.
Want to explore recent KRB Kitchen + Bath Projects with wallpaper? We love this Botanical Guest Bath and The By The Sea Powder Room.
