A built-in white oak office desk in the corner of this home office features a small, pink upholstered chair. This color scheme brings out the delicate pink and green of the floral wallpaper along one wall. The black framed sliding window brings all the light in on the muted tone window bench and door.
28 Inspiring Modern Wallpaper Ideas For a Fresh Look
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Published: December 24, 2022
Updated: December 6, 2023
Though the wallpaper look has been around for centuries, it remains one of the most endearing ways to add intrigue and style to a room. From vintage-inspired designs to bold statement pieces, wallpaper holds the power to efficiently transform a space at the least expense and with way less effort. And it’s no secret that the wallpaper trend is making a comeback with new, modern patterns that feel entirely updated.
Admittedly, choosing the right print can be a daunting process. What if it doesn’t look like the same on your bathroom wall as it did online or in the shop? Luckily, there are options available today that significantly reduce the possibility. Modern wallpaper comes with fresher and more imaginative design patterns and palettes that allow you to blend and experiment as much or as little as you like. Read on for modern wallpaper ideas to inspire a project or two around the house.
02 of Playful Wallpaper In Kid’s Bedroom
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Reminiscent of a magical forest, the whimsical wallpaper in this kid’s bedroom is a fun design feature. A natural wood drawer dresser next to a black metal frame bed with pastel pillows and colorful polka dot bedding rests against the wallpapered accent wall. Chocolate brown curtains by the window flow from the ceiling to the floor.
03 of Pairing Gray and White Plaid With Neutral Tones
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This gray and white buffalo plaid wallpaper on this bathroom wall displays round, bronze-framed double mirrors mounted against it. Wall lights above the mirrors comfortably light the white vanity basins and natural wood storage underneath.
04 of Repeat Patterned Wallpaper In Farmhouse Hallway
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This farmhouse room displays floating wood shelves attached to a white shiplap wall. The shelves are mounted above a slender, rectangular, light wood table. adorned with tiny potted plants and framed signs. The connected hallway features patterned wall paper.
05 of Framed Mirror on White Modern Wallpaper
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This rustic farmhouse bathroom with a modern twist features traditional elements in the muted vanity cupboard, vintage brass faucet, and wicker-wrapped vase on the vanity surface. The twist comes from the white bowl-shaped vanity sink and white wallpaper with a subtle pattern.
06 of Curved Patterned Wallpaper Brightened by Sunflowers
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There is so much personality playing out in this space. From the wallpaper with tiny curved patterns to the white farmhouse sink on a wood countertop arranged with sunflowers, old and new concepts are blended superbly.
07 of Girl’s Bedroom with Floral Wallpaper
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The soft pinks and greens of the floral wallpaper in this toddler’s room evoke a calming, airy mood. A small round area rug lays next to a low bed made with all-white bedding. Macrame wall art hangs on the wall above.
08 of Black Butler’s Pantry with Textured Wallpaper Detailing
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Two sizable, deep-brown wall prints are mounted on the textured wallpaper of this butler’s pantry. Matte black cabinets with brass fittings stand tall on the light hardwood floors.
09 of Striking Modern Geometric Wallpaper
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The neutral tones of the sleeper sofa and carpet allow the feature wall covered in modern geometric modern wallpaper to shine. The room is complete with a lush potted house plant for a pop of color.
10 of Neutral Textured Wallpaper in Primary Bathroom
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A potted plant provides the only touch of color to this neutral bathroom with predominantly white, brass, and wooden elements. A brass-trimmed round mirror hangs over one of two white vanities with brass fittings against textured wallpaper.
11 of Modern Wallpaper With Charcoal Accents
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The charcoal desk lit by a brass sconce creates a dramatic look in this office. The smudged charcoal accents of the wallpaper in this study contrast with the neutral two-toned ceramic vase of freshly picked white flowers.
12 of Floral Farmhouse Office with a Blue-Green Desk
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Nestled between two sets of shelves, this blue-green farmhouse desk with drawers coordinates with the floral print wallpaper in this home office. The writing surface is natural wood and the drawer pulls are gold with a decorative cutout design.
13 of Black And White Patterned Wallpaper Lit By Pendant
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The pendant lights illuminating the black and white plaid wallpaper in this powder room gives character to the small space. The black and white palette of the wallpaper pairs seamlessly white vanity showcasing a black towel rack next to a black faucet.
14 of Modern Wallpaper in Blended Décor Dining Room
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This dining room blends modern decor with an industrial brass light fixture and a traditional wood entertainment cabinet. A round, light wood table is paired with black chairs in the center of the room. The neutral color scheme of the wallpaper creates a textured backdrop.
15 of Gold Sconce On Floral Theme Sketch-Style Wallpaper
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When it comes to modern wallpaper ideas, this bathroom has a trendy appeal. The gold elements of the linear wall sconce, wreath-adorned round mirror, and towel ring against the floral outline sketch-style wallpaper is an intermingling of contemporary features like no other.
16 of Traditional Entryway With Neutral Wallpaper
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The deep black of this vintage entryway cabinet brings out the subtleness of the neutral hues of the modern wallpaper. The wood frame of the antique oval mirror above the cabinet captures linear framed black and white photos on the opposite wall.
17 of Modern Charcoal Wallpaper In Playroom
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The rich charcoal wallpaper in this music room pairs well with the modern art hanging above the shiplap wainscoting. A guitar leans against the wall nearby. Gray barrel chairs rest on top of a gorgeous two-toned rug, completing the modern decor of this playroom area.
18 of Upstairs Hallway with Traditional Handrail and Modern Decor
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A upstairs hallway is accessorized with traditional wrought iron black spindles and dark wood posts and handrail. These lead to a loft that is decorated with a board and batten wall and patterned wallpaper, as well as a modern round mirror.
19 of Farmhouse Attic Alcove Office
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This modern white farmhouse desk is built into an attic alcove and features twin sets of drawers and tuckaway spaces for storage cubes. It’s accessorized with a white wooden swivel chair and matching black cutout lamps with white cubic shades.
20 of Geometric Wallpaper with Board and Batten Accent Wall
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Above the white board and batten wall of this dining room is a strip of modern geometric wallpaper with neutral tones. White floating shelves on the adjacent wall contrast the sleek black cabinet surface below.
21 of Bright Powder Room With Subtle Floral Wallpaper
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Vintage elegance describes this home’s bright powder room. It features a brass-framed square mirror above a small white vanity with a vintage-inspired faucet and silver fittings. The white wallpaper patterned with monochrome floral outlines brings a classic look to the space.
22 of Neutral Geometric Modern Wallpaper In Dining Room
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This dining area boosts a minimal look with geometric hexagon-shaped wallpaper and mounted framed abstract art on a floating black shelf. The neutral tones evoked by the modern feel pick up on the outlined-patterned brass pendant and the overall muted tone of the space.
23 of Bathroom With Gold And White Modern Wallpaper
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Gold feathered strokes on the white wallpaper in this guest bathroom give off simple elegance. A glass vase of full pampas grass and an elegant round mirror accessorize the white countertop.
24 of Gold Dresser Pulls In Nursery
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This nursery features green wainscoting on one wallpapered wall next to a plain white wall, and a beige carpet. A round mirror with a gold frame hangs on the white wall over a white dresser with modern gold pulls.
25 of Baby Boy’s Nursery with Wallpaper Feature
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The focal point of this nursery is a feature wall with a modern diagonal print wallpaper behind a rustic wood crib. A dark blue geometric rug lies on the floor in front of a white dresser and changing table. Overhead, a large brass metal light fixture illuminates the potted cactus and framed signs that decorate the room.
26 of Modern Herringbone Wallpaper in Neutral Living Room
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Rough brush strokes of this herringbone-styled wallpaper play with the textured carpet and cushions in this modern farmhouse lounge room. The natural fibers of the furnishings create an airy and inviting room.
27 of Bold Bedroom Statement with Modern Wallpaper
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Dramatic modern wallpaper with a bold floral print creates an unapologetically moody vibe. The black metal four-poster bed with cozy muted bedding and pillows complements the wallpaper. The natural wood floor adds contrast and give the room a warm touch.
28 of Plaid Playroom Wallpaper with Matching Storage
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Light gray, white, and blue buffalo plaid wallpaper is the focal point of this modern playroom. Wood cube storage with fabric bins runs along the back wall, with a foosball table in the center of the room. A jute rug covers the dark hardwood floors.