Photography: Christopher Horwood | Story: Belle
Whether you’re looking to introduce subtle texture to your space with elegant grass-cloth or impress with a playful, whimsical pattern, wallpaper can add instant character and colour across a range of interior styles.
Hannah Cecil Gurney, daughter of de Gournay founder Claud Cecil Gurney and now director of the handpainted wallpaper company can attest to the allure and impact of using wallpaper in your home.
“In my childhood, my father covered our entire house head-to-toe in his scenic wall coverings, rich in palette and pattern,” she says.
“I was aware of their transportive powers from an early age.”
Despite interior design’s penchant for white paint and minimalism, wallpaper offers the opportunity to make a statement, and can easily be updated with your evolving taste. These days there are even removable options for those cautious of making too big of a commitment.
So, if you’re looking for a low-commitment way to inject life and personality into your space, find inspiration in these bold wallpaper designs as well as our top wallpaper picks from our favourite affordable luxury wallpaper brand Eurowalls.
The best wallpaper to buy in Australia 2025
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Cork CH22 in natural copper
from $450, Eurowalls
The devil is in the details. Made of premium natural cork, the design is textured yet simple, while the metallic copper accents truly bring this design to life.
Roll size: 91 cm x 7.32 m
Materials: Natural cork on non-woven backing
Hanging method: Paste the wall
02
Arcade Arc wallpaper in orange
from $159, Eurowalls
If you’re in love with all things art deco, this soft and subtle geometric wallpaper is for you. Featuring the classic pink hues, this wallpaper is guaranteed to splash plenty of retro vibes across your space. After something a little bolder? Check out the black and blue colourways for a true Gatsby-esque vibe.
Roll size: 53 cm x 10 m
Composition: Non-woven
Hanging method: Paste the wall
Colours: Orange, Black, Blue, Grey
03
Famous Garden, Leaf Joy wallpaper in beige
from $129, Eurowalls
This vibrant leaf-inspired wallpaper is great for those who want to add a touch of earth-toned whimsy to their interiors.
Roll size: 53 cm x 10 m
Composition: Non-woven
Hanging method: Paste the wall
Colours: Beige, Dark Brown, Dark Green, Light Green, Grey
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Cvlto, Arco wallpaper in orange
from $159, Eurowalls
This vibrant leaf-inspired wallpaper is great for those who want to add a touch of earth-toned whimsy to their interiors.
Roll size: 53 cm x 10 m
Composition: Non-woven
Hanging method: Paste the wall
Colours: Orange, Silver, Grey, Red, Green
05
Fiori Country, Picnic wallpaper in green
from $159, Eurowalls
Wallpaper doesn’t have to be a strictly maximalist affair, as proven by this classic gingham wallpaper you’ve likely seen across country homes everywhere. Charming yet simple, this classic design is unlikely to go out of style anytime soon. It’s also available in blue, yellow, pink and grey.
Roll size: 53 cm x 10 m
Composition: Non-woven
Hanging method: Paste the wall
Colours: Orange, Silver, Grey, Red, Green
Inspirational wallpaper designs as seen in Belle
Need a little more inspiration before you add to cart? Below we’ve curated a list of stunning wallpaper designs as featured in Belle.
Whimsical landscapes
Hannah Cecil Gurney, daughter of de Gournay founder Claud Cecil Gurney and now director of the handpainted wallpaper company, has lived in a wonderland of wall coverings since childhood. So, it’s little surprise that her London home is a fabulous fairytale of colour and pattern.
Pastel grasscloth
This formerly masculine apartment was given a timeless and refreshing modernisation courtesy of Thibaut ‘Shang’ grass-cloth wallpaper throughout. It made the perfect backdrop to the owners’ cabbageware collection.
Bold and gold
Drawing inspiration from the gilded and glamorous palaces of Italy, this maximalist dining space from Brisbane’s ‘Gucci Mansion’ centres around equally maximalist gold crane-printed wallpaper.
Neutral texture
Adding both texture and colour, grass-cloth continues to be a classic choice when it comes to wallpapering as seen in this eclectic, colourful Byron Bay home.
Country florals
Pale sage and floral patterns deliver a freshness and sense of romance to this ensuite bathroom designed by Thomas Hamel & Associates.
Moody botanical
In this former bakery in Newtown, bold, botanical wallpaper from Cole & Son complements an emerald-painted original fireplace, creating a small jungle in the heart of the city.
Cosy gingham
Reminiscent of a Nancy Meyers film, this cosy guest bedroom from an Adelaide Bragg-designed apartment proves that mixing and layering patterns can really work. In this instance, we have blue and green-toned florals and gingham set against Colefax and Fowler Tealby Stripe wallpaper.
Country manor
Another example of where bolder can be better is this anything-but-dull guest bedroom from Anna Spiro’s Melbourne home. A palette of warm-toned prints set against Brunschwig & Fils ‘On Point’ wallpaper provides plenty of visual intrigue and character.
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