Apparently, statement ceilings are the trend for 2025. Our only surprise? That it’s taken this long for everyone else to catch up—we’ve been saying it for years! And naturally, our favourite way to make a statement is with wallpaper.

From bold and playful to subtle and sophisticated, a wallpapered ceiling can transform a space in so many ways. But where do you start? We’ve rounded up three solid reasons (plus 8 stunning rooms) that prove you should absolutely consider taking your wallpaper up a notch (literally) and some of our favourite ways to do it.

Kyoto Blossom Wallpaper in Lotus Pink | Interior Design by Beth Diana Smith, Interior Styling by Kiyana Panton, Photograph by Kelly Marshall

 

1. Add Pattern Without Overwhelming a Neutral Scheme

If you love pattern but don’t want to commit to full-on maximalism, the ceiling is your secret weapon. It lets you bring in design interest without overpowering the space, acting as a soft layer of texture and personality.

Take the dining room above, for example—it’s a lesson in interesting simplicity. It perfectly balances pattern and subtlety, thanks to our Kyoto Blossom wallpaper in Lotus Pink. Seen from this angle, the delicate design almost transforms into an organic stripe, subtly elevating the room without screaming for attention.

2. Create an Unexpected ‘Design Moment’

Ceilings are often overlooked, but treating them as a design feature instantly adds an element of surprise and luxury. Whether you go for soft sophistication or all-out maximalist fun, wallpapering the ceiling adds an extra bit of interest.

Talk about making an entrance—this home sets the tone from the moment you step into the Safari Soirée party! The wallpaper seamlessly wraps from walls to ceiling, creating an immersive, statement-making space. Dramatic dark trim, doors, and radiators ground the look, while a pop of salmon on the door and a glamorous chandelier add just the right amount of flair. Playful, bold, and unapologetically fabulous.

Bloomin' Marvellous Wallpaper in 'Blush Green' | Interior Design by Dani Dazey 

3. Make Your Room Feel Larger or Cosier

The right wallpaper can change your perception of a space’s proportions—lighter hues can make a room feel airy and expansive, while darker tones or intricate patterns create intimacy.

A perfect example? Deco Martini—arguably our most popular wallpaper for ceilings. While it has a more directional design than a floral, the scallop pattern still works beautifully from any angle. In this dark green kitchen, the wallpaper is framed within an inset ceiling, almost like a work of art, finished with crisp white trim and complemented by rich green vertical planking for a striking contrast.

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Over in this moody dining room, our Deco Martini wallpaper takes centre stage, wrapping a coved ceiling and subtly cascading down the upper quarter of the walls. This paper has the added benefit of a metallic finish that reflects the light, further enhancing the room’s period details.

A cosy cottage retreat by Always Sunday, where our oversized graphic floral Bloomin’ Marvellous peeks through beams and chandeliers, drawing your eye up to the historic Bath property’s beautiful peaked ceiling.

Deco Martini Wallpaper in 'Midnight Gold' |  Interior Design by Emily Rickard, Photo by Oliver Perrott

A moody, masculine office that keeps things effortlessly chic with a monochromatic colour palette and a touch of shimmer—sometimes, less really is more.

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So, what do you think—is the Fifth Wall a trend or timeless classic? We believe it’s all in the execution, and a well-designed wallpapered ceiling will stand the test of time. Have you wallpapered your ceiling or any other unexpected surface? We’d love to see it! Tag us on Instagram or drop us an email—we’re always excited to see our patterns out in the wild.