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Bold graphic florals, subtle textures and thoughtful details are coming to a wall near you.If you thought wallpaper might be a trend, you're wrong. Wallpaper isn't going anywhere. In fact, it seems to be getting more and more popular -- and more and more interesting to look at. Several designers have released bold graphic prints that have us swooning. Here's a look at the best new wallpapers to hit the market:
Put on your sunglasses! Photos: Graham & Brown
Graham & Brown
Graham & Brown introduced two new and exclusive designer collections into their catalog at the New York International Contemporary Furniture Fair. First, Amy Butler's wallpaper collection (above) is a continuation of Amy's signature leafy, graphic florals and eye-popping color combos. The collection consists of six patterns in six colorways and reinforces her modern and relaxed approach to decor.
Also for Graham & Brown, designer Kelly Hoppen introduced a series of six simple yet elegant patterns (above) that are so versatile, they can easily fit into modern and traditional, masculine or feminine interiors. The star of this collection is texture (it incorporates fabric weaving and some natural textured surfaces). It begs to be touched.
A few of the provocative tropical prints from Flavor Paper, designed in collaboration with Lenny Kravitz. Photos: Flavor Paper
Kravitz Design and Flavor Paper
Lenny Kravitz -- yes, that Lenny Kravitz -- is coming out with his own line of wallcoverings. I have to admit that after profiling his rockin' Miami former residence, I can see that he has quite the eye for design. He's partnered with funky and fresh company Flavor Paper to design the collection. Called "Tropicalismo," it was inspired by time that Kravitz spent in Brazil, and he's called the collection, "rhythmic and sexy." The bold, graphic patterns, typical of Flavor Paper's previous collections, are influenced primarily by the late 1960's Brazilian Tropicalismo movement, which marries robust graphic patterns and utopian rhythms in art, music and design.
Trove
Trove's newest line of papers follows in their previous collections' footsteps. Expect light, airy photographic images, except these are a bit more dramatic. Theater balconies and scenic views of oceans and clouds are more interactive -- the images are larger with one focus, so instead of repeat patterns of birds or flowers, we're invited into the print, per se, for an experience.
The inspiration behind the natural scenes is the dangerous power of nature, as seen in the past decade with natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina and devastating tsunamis. The balcony wallpaper was created using a historic photograph of Teatro La Fenice, a Venice opera house. The photograph was taken after the theater had been rebuilt from a devastating fire.
Rollout
Rollout is a Canadian company that focuses on more artistic and illustrative designs, and works closely with designers to create fun and trendy wall coverings. Their newest collections feature eye-catching designs from popular design duo Mike & Maaike as well as Rollout co-founder Jonathan Nodrick.
York Wallcoverings
York is taking wallpaper to a new level, accessorizing it with subtle embellishments like Swarovski crystals, thread and glitter. Their "Vintage Jewel" collection features optional Swarovski crystals, like Christie's Trellis pictured above left. In the top right photo, San Grass has a pearlized background -- it certainly makes beige a lot less bland! On the bottom right, simple dragonflies are accented with silver and gold wings that are hand-embroidered with metallic thread.
Looking for wacky wallpaper? Check out these curvaceous designs or this eye-boggling wallpaper!