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Wallpaper to the Max! – The Maximalism Design Trend

So what is maximalism? Maximalism is an interior design trend that expresses the “more is more” philosophy. There is no such thing as too much or going overboard. Lovers of maximalism desire a full sensory experience with vibrant colors, intricate patterns, layers and textures. Maximalism and wallpaper go hand-in-hand. A maximalist wallpaper is one of the easiest and quickest ways to inject this style into your interior. Sure you can have maximalism in furniture prints and with a throw pillow, but unless you’re going to do something a bit crazy with your wall paint, your bare white or beige walls are only holding you back. Let’s see how wallpaper can bring your interior to the max!

Birdlife Wallpaper • Maximalism • The Space • Austin, Texas

Birdlife Wallpaper courtesy of The Space in Austin, Texas


Be Bold with Patterns and Colors

Maximalism thrives on boldness. Look for wallpapers with large, eye-catching patterns and vibrant colors. Florals, geometric designs, and abstract motifs can all add a dynamic and lively feel to your room.

Almond Blossom Wallpaper • Maximalism • Galey Grimes • photography by Jennifer Saltsman

Almond Blossom Wallpaper photo courtesy of Jennifer Saltsman, space designed by Galey Grimes

Bouquet Wallpaper • Meg Made TV • Maximalism

Bouquet Wallpaper photo courtesy of Meg Made TV


Maximalism and Your Personal Style

Let’s be clear, a maximalist approach to your interior doesn’t mean chaos. It is important to make sure that your design choices reflect your personal style. So if you’re a flowery person or you tend to like geometrics, you want to find designs that go along with that style. Also, balance is important. A spring floral theme mixed with tropical elements might be a bit of a clash. Even those with eclectic tastes will want to find a harmony between their wallpaper and the rest of their interior. Here are some examples of spaces that embraced maximalism without losing the theme.

Hockney Wallpaper • Maximalism • Sarah Steiber

Hockney Wallpaper photo courtesy of Sarah Stieber

Blue Moon Mural • Maximalism • Karla Schumann

Blue Moon Mural photo courtesy of Karla Schumann

Birdlife Wallpaper • Maximalism • Lissi Walker

Birdlife Wallpaper photo courtesy of Lissi Walker

Flower Pool Wallpaper • Lisette Pedreiras • Maximalism

Flower Pool Wallpaper photo courtesy of Lissette Pedreiras

Field of Dreams Wallpaper • Fleur Harris • Maximalism

Field of Dreams Wallpaper photo courtesy of Fleur Harris

Fantails Wallpaper • Maximalism • Rachel Moriarty

Fantails Wallpaper photo courtesy of Rachel Moriarty

The maximalism design trend is lively and fun. It is a way to inject your personal style into your interior in the biggest and boldest way possible. Wallpaper is the go to design element for those with maximalist taste. But it is important to have balance and harmony as well. With all this in mind, are you ready to discover wallpaper maximalism for yourself?


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