Walls: exotic subtlety

The new Dedalo collection from Wet System by Talva Design for Wall&deco is a waterproof wallcovering that offers a creative alternative for your walls instead of tiles (www.wallanddeco.com).

THERE’S MORE WITH WALLS…

These days we don’t want all of our walls to have crazy colours and busy patterns like in years gone by. Now the trend is subtlety, with natural tones and textures. The recent demand for depictions of nature within the world of wallcoverings, such as exotic animals and botanicals to adorn the walls that surround us, is simply a normal reaction to the world we are currently living in. The reality is that homeowners had a desire for designs derived from nature before the pandemic started, but now these tastes have been enhanced as a result of COVID. However, let’s not forget statement walls, as they play an important role in adding an artistic touch to a living space, no matter where they sit in the home. In a bedroom, bathroom or living room, or even on an outside wall, they provide a personal touch and a creative expression of who you are.

The Hydra collection from Glamora’s GlamFusion range is a waterproof wallcovering which has a smooth, non-porous surface that prevents mould and bacteria. It is light, flexible and highly durable, making it very versatile (www.glamora.it).

The 67477 Focal wallcovering from Arte International is shock-resistant and washable. The collection comes in 13 beautiful colourways and its durability makes it ideal for contract installations. Arte is available through Arte del Lusso in C/ Lagasca (www.artedellusso.es) and also Alison Bethell-Collins Interior Design in Avda. del Mediterráneo (www.alisonbethellcollins.com), both situated in San Pedro de Alcántara.

The Season 1 collection from Affreschi & Affreschi (shown here in their KW0305 colour palette) was designed by Vicenzo d’Alba. All designs are made-to-measure, so the colours and patterns can be customised for a sartorial effect. The collection is water-resistant and certified for fire reaction, thermal resistance and acoustics, with all inks being Green Guard Gold-certified (www.infoaffreschi.com).

The Mémoire d’un Jardin from the Soleil Levant collection by Élitis takes its inspiration from Japan. Coming in four colour versions, it features a dramatic, eye-catching design that makes this collection a talking point in any living space. Élitis is available from Alison Bethell-Collins Design Studio in Avda. del Mediterráneo, San Pedro de Alcántara (www.alisonbethellcollins.com), Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com) and González Casaus in C. C. Camoján Corner in Marbella (www.gonzalezcasaus.com).

The Adam & Eve collection from Wallpepper’s latest range comes in three colour versions and features a contemporary depiction of nature that is ideal for a statement wall in a modern home (www.wallpepper.it).

The Normandie collection from Casadeco tricks the eye to think its surface is made from animal hide. The design was inspired by American prairies and comes in two colour palettes. Casadeco is available through Alison Bethell-Collins Interior Design in Avda. del Mediterráneo (www.alisonbethellcollins.com) and Siesta Interior Design in Centro Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com).

Fossils from Tecnografica’s Life on Earth collection graphically acknowledges the beauty of nature with this depiction of the underwater world. A fantastic way to bring a natural feel into the home (www.tecnografica.net).

Below The Lune wallcovering from Black Edition’s Zafaro collection is eye-catching yet calming, highlighted by beautiful watercolour circles. It has the look of luxury handmade paper with a gentle, pearlescent texture and fine, silk-like fibres. Black Edition is available through Cortidea on the Mijas Road and in Urbanización Marbella Real (www.cortidea.es) and Alison BethellCollins Interior Design in Avenida del Mediterráneo, San Pedro de Alcántara (www.alisonbethellcollins.com).

The Oronero Prestige wallpaper collection from Instabilelab, in their luxurious Golden Leaf version, was inspired by precious Venetian warps and the details of a chiaroscuro painting. The exclusive design was created to provide a visual impact, making it ideal for a statement wall (www.instabilelab.it).