Beauty is an intrinsic part of the human condition. Regardless of age, era or social status, people have always felt the urge to integrate it into their lives, to live with it and, above all, through it. By imitating and inspiring nature, various objects have been invested with special symbols and meanings and brought to life. Decoration goes beyond the purely aesthetic dimension, representing a creative way for people to express themselves and a tool to transform their living space into a personal sanctuary (link to personalised wallpaper page), an extension of themselves.

Wallpaper, as a decorative technique, enjoys a respectable history of thousands of years. From the use of rice paper and textile scraps in ancient China, to the angels painted on paper in 1848 by Jean Bourdichon, to Jean-Michel Papillon, the official inventor of wallpaper, this form of decoration has managed to remain one of the main manifestations of creativity in design.

Today, wallpaper is more popular than ever, and the proof is in the variety of designs, materials and textures that exist on the market. Although the limitless options are an advantage that 100 years ago designers could only dream of, this sometimes makes the decision-making process more difficult. With this in mind, VLAdiLA specialists have put together a series of suggestions and ideas to help you choose the perfect wallpaper for every room in your home.

Wallpaper for living rooms

The living room is considered the heart of a home. It’s the room where most of us spend quality time with our loved ones. Here you can, after a demanding day at the office, shed all your roles and be yourself again. What’s more, the living room is also the place to meet friends, where coffee-flavoured conversations and board games brighten up your weekend days.

Depending on how you use the space and the atmosphere you want to create, the choice of wallpaper, along with the rest of the elements that make up the decor, is a very important detail in achieving the desired ambience.

If your living room doesn’t have a generous surface area, it’s best to opt for an accent wall and decorate it with your favourite wallpaper. Often, this coincides with the wall in front of the sofa or the furniture on which the TV is placed. When it comes to choosing wallpaper, VLAdiLA designs are an endless source of inspiration.

• For an intimate atmosphere that oozes elegance and sophistication, opt for a wallpaper with abstract patterns and neutral colours, such as Burgeon Fresco or Abstract Jungle.
• If you want to enjoy vibrant colours, welcome nature into the heart of your home with tropical patterned wallpapers. The freshness of the green hues will open up the space and transform it into a true vertical garden. For example, opt for patterns such as Foliage Dance, Green Jungle or Jungleful.
• If your living room is your oasis of calm after a hectic day, choose a minimalist design in a beige, grey or nude breeze. The fluidity of the shapes and the softness of the tufting will transport you to a realm of dreaminess and total relaxation. We suggest designs from the Fine Lines collection or tees with delicate and feminine prints, such as The Land of the Swallows or Scenes from the yellow.
• Last but not least, a popular choice for the living room are the brightly coloured floral designs with oriental Chinese touches: Grus Japonesis, Legends of Asia or Joie de Vivre.

 Wallpaper for bedrooms

We live in a fast-paced world, where everything happens at a fast pace. We’re bombarded with information, and moments of respite are increasingly rare. That’s why one of the things you can do for your well-being is to make sure you get a deep, restful sleep every night.

This can be achieved by arranging your bedroom in a way that enhances peace and relaxation, with décor elements that harmonise the space. Experts recommend choosing a minimalist, pastel colour palette over a dynamic, vibrant one. The choice of patterns also has an impact on the final ambience. Opt for minimalist patterns that offer spaciousness and texture without unnecessarily cluttering the room.

• For warm bedrooms that express elegance and freshness, opt for a fluid and feminine pattern that is guaranteed to make you feel good every time you look at it: Rosaceae Bouquets, Gentle morning Sicily, Pastel Jasmine.
• A minimalist decor means furnishing according to the more is less principle: essential pieces of furniture, usually built in Scandinavian style, decorations and textiles made from natural materials such as wood, jute, cotton or linen. The chosen wallpaper complements these, without disturbing the balance of colours and textures: Seduction, Gilded Sakura, Fake Wall, Discrete Grunge are a few examples of minimalist rugs in our portfolio.
• Elegance, luxury and refinement can be translated into dark coloured rugs with stylised elements, oversized geometric figures or patterns with naturalistic touches and shadow effects: Umbrella Pines Dusk, Coppery Aura, Dayan Drums.
• The plant-patterned wallpapers are suitable for modern bedrooms. Versatile and always on trend, they add freshness and dynamism to the space, so they’re the right choice no matter what style of design you prefer. VLAdiLA’s specialists recommend opting for designs with large graphic elements that create impact without being unnecessarily cluttered. Some examples are Gentle Leaves, Bright sensation, Green Giants or, for the more daring, Empire Sanctum.

Wallpaper for bathrooms

Until recently, wallpapering a space like the bathroom was not a popular choice in interior design. Being a high-traffic, high-humidity area, the walls of this room were either painted or tiled, with the balance tipping more towards the practical argument at the expense of the aesthetic.

Technological developments in recent years have also included the area of wallpaper, specifically the materials from which they are made. Unlike traditional wallpapers, which are made of paper, VLAdiLA models are made of Vlies, a non-woven material that is extremely resistant and easy to install. In addition, our specialists recommend applying a special resin to create a waterproof surface that is resistant to the moisture and steam found in the bathroom.

This has broadened the horizons of interior designers considerably. Today, many clients opt for wallpapering in bathrooms, turning a simple room into a true oasis of relaxation and well-being.

• Be creative and mix wallpaper with existing tiles if necessary. There are many designs that can harmonise with the colour palette of your tiles, so we invite you to find inspiration in the over 700 wallpaper designs available on our website, vladila.com.
• If you haven’t found the pattern that recreates the bathroom of your dreams, custom wallpaper may be the solution. Contact us and one of our designers will make your dream come true.
• Opt for wallpapers loaded with plant or floral elements for a burst of energy every morning: Playing in the Garden, Blooming Petals, Arc en Ciel Waterlily.
• If your bathroom doesn’t have natural light, or even if it does, it’s not very bright, one way to open up the space is to wallpaper the walls with light-coloured, light-reflecting patterns such as Nubila, Magnolia Primrose or Fine Grunge.
• If you prefer the look that natural materials bring to the space but prefer wallpaper for its low cost and short installation time, opt for patterns that mimic marble, sandstone, wood or cement: Vintage Tiles Patterns, Black Marble, Classic Marble.

Wallpaper for kitchens

The kitchen is where creativity and utility meet, creating a sensory space that enlivens any home. Meals cooked with love infuse the room with invigorating aromas that take us back to childhood. In my mother’s or grandmother’s kitchen the smell of ripe apples reigned and the sun caressed every inch with gentle, protective rays.

Even if the design we choose for our kitchen doesn’t fit in with traditional décor, we can still bring a piece of childhood warmth by choosing the right wallpaper.

• Create a bohemian and jovial decor with a floral wallpaper in bright colours: Light Mural Bouquet

• Wallpapers with plant motifs add contrast and exoticism to the space: FIGtastic, Elegant Flora
  Add elegance and sophistication to the kitchen with wallpapers featuring elements such as trees and fruit trees, made in discreet tufts and delicate shades: The Roundelay, Citrus Garden.

• If you want a vintage interior design, match your furniture pieces with Vintage Herbarium wallpaper. Neutral, subtle colours complement the décor so that each element tells the story of your home.