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18 Stunning Striped Wall Ideas for a Pretty and Unique Space

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Updated on 09/06/22

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Have a thing for stripes? Go ahead and embrace them on your walls if you're looking for a way to have a little extra fun with paint. Stripes add so much energy to a space and can be painted vertically, horizontally, and in a zig zag shape, just to give you a few ideas. Plus, stripes look stunning whether they're thick, thin, or extend up onto the ceiling. You really can't go wrong incorporating them into your home. If you're not sure what style of stripe appeals to you the most, you'll find tons of valuable inspiration in the 18 spaces highlighted below.

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If you want to know how to decorate with stripes, our gallery of inspiring striped room ideas is the best place to start – there's plenty of visual inspiration, and expert advice on how to use them to enhance your rooms.

'Stripes bring order and structure to a space and have the ability to redirect the eye. When incorporated into an interior design scheme, they inject a dose of understated elegance and sophistication.

'I'm drawn to layering when designing an interior scheme, and incorporating stripes into the design provides the perfect structure that can then be contrasted with other designs, pattern and colour,' says Roselind Wilson, founder of Roselind Wilson Design .

Classic and playful in equal measure, this season’s stripes on fabrics, furniture and accessories have reignited our love affair with this timeless trend.

Decorating with stripes

Appreciated for their dirt-defying nature, stripes were initially confined to high-traffic areas, such as stairs, but their appeal is now spreading. Taking inspiration from the fabric world where stripes are everywhere, flooring has now caught up and offers a far greater choice of designs than ever before. These are our favorite striped room ideas – we dare you not to be charmed.

1. Use narrow stripes to make a room seem grander

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'Never really out of fashion, the classic stripe is having a particular moment right now. It is less about the country ticking look, though we love that too, and more about having fun and adding personality to a space with a statement stripe,' says Homes & Gardens' decorating editor Emma Thomas. 'From the elegant and classic to the bold and playful, there is a stripe for everyone.'

Here, this soft, textural striped wallpaper sets the scene for a restful monochrome bedroom scheme. The tall stripe draws the eye upwards, which makes the room appear taller, adding to the light and airy feel.

Accents of yellow ochre, simple elegant pale wood furniture and a striking artwork complete the look. Maremma Rigato wallpaper in Cement-Ivory, C&C Milano .

2. Combine stripes with florals and graphics

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Mixing patterns can be done, even with bold stripes. The trick is to only have a single maximalist print, as seen here in the chairs. This allows them to shine while the subtler prints on the wall and at the windows blend into the background.  

'The skilful mix of pattern here combines to create a dynamic space, inviting your eyes to dance around the room, with the wonderfully wide green and white classic block stripes taking center stage, without overpowering the rest of the scheme,' says Emma Thomas.  

3. Use kilim stripes to add character to a bed

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Jane Churchill’s new-season stripes are influenced by the rich shades and textural stripes of antique kilims. Use as a colorful headboard idea or other upholstery for a tailored look with a relaxed edge. 

Headboard in Indus Stripe in Red; cushions in (from back) Indus Stripe in Cobalt Blue and Red; Rhombus in Red and Blue; all Jane Churchill at Colefax and Fowler.

4. Decorate with stripes – but stripes with a twist

(Image credit: Kit Kemp / Firmdale Hotels)

We adore this combination of unusual embellished stripe designs which features in one of the rooms at Dorset Square Hotel .

As described by Kit Kemp in her Sleeping Around blog , ‘this scheme has a more masculine feel with its tailored and refined red, white and blue color palette. When designing this bedroom, we really wanted to highlight the beautiful floor-to-ceiling Regency window. To do this we used Ottoline ’s “Spot and Arrow” wallpaper. The jagged, arrow stripe is not only a fun design but it tricks the eye into thinking the ceiling is higher than it is. We often include a striking feature wall in our designs to bring the space to life.’

For the tub chairs, upholstered in Lost & Found, by Kit Kemp for Christopher Farr Cloth , Kit loved the structure and the small repeat of the dotted stripe. It is such details that transform a simple stripe into something quite special.

5. Layer stripes with stripes for a daring scheme

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'We adore the formal yet bold style of this scene, like something out of the Mad Hatter’s tea party,' says Emma Thomas. 'The stripe upon stripe lends the room a real sense of playfulness – and from who else but the oh-so talented table setting creators at Summerill & Bishop ? 

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Enhance a room with a striped rug

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Living room rug ideas that are striped are a simple and effective way to deliver color and personality to a plain space. As an investment piece, it will never go out of fashion. Plus, laying stripes on the floor can create the visual trick of making a room feel wider or longer. Kilim rug, Sinclair Till . 

7. Layer stripes of different sizes for an easy-on-the-eye space

A Rum Fellow

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Layering stripes upon stripes often depends on using different proportions, as in the room above, to be successful. 

From A Rum Fellow’s Promenade collection, these stripes, a joyful expression of color and fanciful escapisms, are shown off best when layered for a dramatic yet classic look. Bed and headboard in Scoop Stripe in Neptune; curtains in Drift Stripe in Atlantic; Komorebi rug in Dusk; all A Rum Fellow .

Future / Emma Lee / Sally Denning

(Image credit: Future/ Emma Lee/ Sally Denning)

If you are looking for space-enhancing kitchen backsplash ideas, you can create stripes with horizontal tiles in colors that match your scheme. This design brings a playful touch to the kitchen counter (while also resolving the problem of having to choose just one of the many delightful colors in this gorgeous range from Claybrook Studio ). 

A little rattan shade adds textural contrast with the smooth shiny tiles and black countertop. Often, kitchen spaces can feel quite clinical and functional, so the addition of color and pattern such as this helps to bring a decorative edge to a practical part of the home. 

9. Pick stripes for flooring to create a visual trick

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A smart stripe – whether wide or narrow – is a classic pattern that will visually elongate and widen a room, just as floorboards do. 

A striped rug against an otherwise plain background is a powerful tool in interior architecture – it has the effect of redirecting the eye and reshaping a space.

Rugs are a simple option, but carpet is fashionable, too. 'Striped floor coverings began to be introduced into homes about 10 years ago in a rather tentative way when the first collections arrived on the market,’ says Lorna Haigh, Head of Creative, Alternative Flooring .  

Be creative with flooring – a horizontal stripe a graphic and anchors the scheme. Black and white is a much stronger accent when paired with a bold color. ‘Today, the floor is increasingly being used as the 'fifth wall' and pattern gives a room instant character and vitality. Brightly colored striped floors provide an opportunity to inject color and set contrasts,’ continues Lorna Haigh.

10. Make a staircase feel wider and longer with stripes

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Striped carpeting on stairs makes a design statement as soon as you enter a house, but it needn't be limited to this area. More people are finding the confidence to play with different breadths and scales throughout the house, from broad to ticking and pencil stripes. 

In all cases, a stripe that leads up and away from where you are standing will make that space feel longer, while broad stripes can help it feel wider. Fitzroy runner by Roger Oates .

11. Decorate bedroom walls with stripes to exaggerate space

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Stripes tend to create the illusion of space: vertical stripes make ceilings look higher and horizontal ones make rooms appear wider, so they are perfect in spaces that are quite compact. Using vertical stripes in an already large room accentuates the ceiling height and expansive nature of the space.

12. Choose the right colors when combining stripes

Future / Emma Lee / Sally Denning

(Image credit: Future / Emma Lee / Sally Denning)

Bold stripes on walls and fabrics bring a classic feel to any room. In a bedroom they work best in soft, pretty shades such as the pale sage and dusty pink tones used here. 

For contrast the headboard has been upholstered with the stripe running horizontally to stand out against the vertical stripe of the wallpaper behind and to exaggerate the width of the headboard. 

Check patterns are happy partners for classic stripes and they work together in harmony, as with the blanket and cushions used here on the bed. 

13. Make stripes the focal point in upholstery

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A pair of matching armchairs upholstered in a classic pale mint stripe create the main focal point in this living room. The pale pink walls complement the soft minty stripes and the black and white hues. 

A large scale monochrome gingham check ottoman stool sits happily alongside the stripe chairs. Stripes and checks are a classic combination that never go out of style. The sleek black lines of the coffee table and cabinet add definition and ground the elegant scheme. The carefully pared back color palette creates a harmonious feel, pulling all the elements together. 

14. Choose stripes in monochromes for impact

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Pairing stripes and checks together makes for a harmonious scheme. This classic combination of patterns works particularly well in this monochrome black and white palette. Mix scales for added impact, as with the finer, thin stripes here sitting alongside the large scale black and white checks of the gingham. 

A monochrome backdrop like this allows for more colorful elements in accessories and flowers to pop out in contrast. An ottoman like this in a living space is not only a comfortable footstool for lounging, but also provides extra seating when there is a larger gathering, and works perfectly as a coffee table, using the tray as a firm surface for displaying objects.  

15. Bring stripes into the bathroom

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Stripes will give a bathroom that Hamptons look that's easily elegant – but avoid matching them. Instead, make the most of the decorating opportunity in this smallest of rooms by picking contrasting stripe styles and colors, but keep the space simple and stylish by sticking to just two colors – plus a neutral.

How do you decorate with stripes?

The key thing to remember when decorating with stripes isn't the width of the stripes themselves – these can be successfully varied within one room – but the colors you use in the space. Because stripes are so visually arresting, it is better to use just three colors in any single space decorated with stripes – a main color and two accents – plus, of course, white.

With these three colors, the calmest, most successful of rooms will be decorated with similar tones so that the stripes are the focus, not the color contrasts.D

Do stripes make a room look bigger?

Stripes do make a room look bigger. Whether laid on the floor, on the walls or in fabric or upholstery, stripes visually lead the eye away, creating a neat space-enhancing trick. Vertical stripes, therefore, make rooms look taller, while horizontal stripes make rooms look wider – or longer – depending on where you are standing.

What patterns go with stripes?

All patterns go with stripes, as long as the colors within the different patterns are chosen to complement each other. Stripes go particularly well with checks and spots for a graphics-inspired scheme, but they also look super-smart and are great for setting off florals. 

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20 Stunning Striped Bedroom Interiors

We often stop in search of the perfect balance between excitement and calm, order and contrast when planning our dream bedroom. A great solution to this puzzle is to add an unusual pattern to the space.

Particularly popular among the variety of decoration options is the striped wall decor.

This ornament creates a simple but eye-catching accent in a boudoir that is not as overwhelming as many other designs, but has a touch of elegance and charming grace. nine0003

They cost very little compared to more thoughtful and creative wall designs, and the stripes look flawless in almost any apartment design.

A chic beach style bedroom with contemporary light gray patterns by Beach Chic

Striped boudoir patterns come in a variety of shapes and shapes, and are often found flat behind the head of the bed.

Creating a beautiful atmosphere while deftly expanding the room's color palette, today's 20 exquisite decor options and ideas for inspiration will definitely push you to bring these unique solutions to life in your home! nine0003

Stylish and modern

There are two different ways you can create a sophisticated and beautiful pattern in your bedroom, and both have their pros and cons.

Wallpaper is an easy choice that allows you to add stripes without much effort. That being said, you won't be disappointed by any crooked line!

With this simple building material, especially popular in the 2015 season, you can simply change the look of the room when you get bored with a certain pattern. But nothing compares to the charm and magnetism of a beautiful mural of intelligent modern art stripes. nine0003

A dreamlike lounge area has a fun, fresh vibe in this project by Atelier Interior Design

The elegant use of faded lines in an ultra-modern boudoir by CHROMA design lab + interiors

A beautiful headboard with contrasting performance overshadows everything in this gorgeous room by Kemp Hall Studio

With paint, you can choose from a variety of color combinations and change shades according to fashion trends to create a stunning accent piece. nine0003

The general trend nowadays is to use a shade that is already present in the room on one of the strips, while others can be completely different in execution, or kept in the same scale and intensity.

It is best to choose only two colors of wall decoration for a room or a small space, while large areas require decoration using several palettes.

Great use of textures in a classic interior by CDA Interior Design

Boudoir in gray tones with a simple headboard pattern by JSID

Bedroom with vertical touches by Vastu DC adds a touch of understated fashion

Simple accent with horizontal stripes by A|K Design & Development

Color with pattern!

Stripes add vibrant hues to a sleeping and relaxing area with a simple home décor that can enhance the color appeal of a room's design. nine0003

Using multiple tones in ornamentation can give a boudoir an atmosphere that ranges from eclectic and playful to sophisticated and stylish attire!

You have to know a lot about choosing the right color for the space and using patterns (narrow or wide, horizontal or vertical lines) to fit the ornament into the existing style of the apartment.

Remember, by keeping the rest of the room as neutral as possible, the effect of a bright and beautiful wall pattern can be greatly enhanced. nine0003

Intense décor brings vibrant color to furnishings designed by Angela Todd

Interesting use of blue and white lines in an elegant interior by Mary Cook

Girl's bedroom with striped wall paneling by Jennifer Brouwer Design Inc

Perfect for those who loves the colorful range! Designed by Think Contemporary /photo by Barbara Egan, Reportage

Bold stripes in red look great against a crisp white base by FrontDoor Communities

Beautifully accentuates a lovely nook in a small children's room by Heartwood Corp

A chic use of purple ornamentation in a contemporary bedroom area in London. Specialist photo Joel Antunes

Time to think vertical!

While people often prefer to use horizontal lines when decorating their home in the living room and bedroom, vertical counterparts create many advantages and visual touches in alliance with them. nine0003

It is the right solution if you have a small bedroom with a low ceiling, as this ornament gives the room a more spacious and elegant look.

If you're worried about color, creating optical fragmentation in a small room, then consider black and white elements that bring wonderful contrast to the setting without actually changing the palette.

Remember that stripes can add height and pattern to your decor in the simplest and most practical way. nine0003

Modern bedroom area with stunning views of Miami by Zelman Style Interiors

Classic black and white lines with a touch of pink by Delmarva Blinds & Shutters

Romantic and airy interior by Cornerstone Architects

cool touches of Mediterranean style by John Kraemer & Sons

Chic furnishings perfect for low ceilings, by Ambience Home

We have brought to your attention a creative and mesmerizing selection of home decor and bedroom makeover options with bright and expressive wall accents that can fill the environment with grace and originality, as well as bring cheerful mood and special charm to the atmosphere.

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If you are renovating and you plan to completely change the visual perception of even the size of the room, then you should stop at the striped pattern. Many are familiar with optical illusions associated with the visual perception of a striped pattern. All these principles apply to interior design as well. General rule: horizontal stripes make the room visually wider but lower, while vertical stripes, on the contrary, raise the ceiling and narrow the room

Striped wall Combination of red and orange stripes

But the striped pattern is the most insidious element of the interior. It is worth a little overdoing it with "striping" and you can, being in such a room for a long time, get a severe headache, ripples in the eyes and irritation. The striped pattern should be used very, very dosed.

An example of stripes of different widths and colors. there are a huge number of options for a striped pattern. The stripes can be wide or narrow, barely noticeable against the main background or in sharp contrast with it, straight or blurry in outline, etc. A huge variety of options gives scope for interior design solutions. nine0003 Living room in bright stripes

Most often, experts recommend decorating rooms with a “stripe”

The kitchen and bathroom rooms are the least likely to be striped.

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  1. Striped entryway
  2. Safari striped bedroom
  3. Striped living room
  4. Fun striped children's room

Striped entrance hall

Striped entrance hall

In most standard apartments, the entrance hall is small. Therefore, the walls of this room can be pasted over with wallpaper with bright stripes, quite frequent and contrasting. Here, the abundance of stripes will not press, because. a person stays in the hallway for a short time. Soft striped furniture upholstery will suit the striped walls in the hallway.

Safari striped bedroom

Safari white and black bedroom Pastel stripes

Another thing is the use of stripes in the interior of the bedroom. Here, wide stripes of pastel, calm tones, blurry lines are more appropriate in accordance with the general style of this room. The main thing is that the stripes do not contrast with the background of the wallpaper, and that the eye does not cling to the pattern. In the bedroom, everything should be subject to a peaceful state and rest. Although you can apply a contrasting strip, but in this case, make it not in the whole room, but in fragments, for example, on one wall at the head or in a niche. A discreet stripe on the wall is well complemented by a striped bedspread or carpet on the floor in the style of a tiger or zebra “skin”. nine0003 Wood stripes in the bedroom

Living room in a striped pattern

Example of a living room in a lilac stripe Living room in a contrasting stripe

The living room is a gathering place for all family members or receiving guests. Therefore, it is important to create an atmosphere of elegance and celebration here. If only one wall opposite the window is striped, then the room will look wider, more spacious and lighter. Here you can use different combinations of colors and stripe widths. It is only important to remember that the narrower and more contrasting the strip in the finish, the more the room is filled with dynamics and energy. Striped curtains, or flooring, or furniture upholstery will add completeness to the interior. As well as various accessories in the form of a striped table lamp shade or sofa cushions. Options - a lot. nine0003 Striped accessories

In a room with contrasting striped fragments in the interior, it is the striped finish that attracts the eye first of all. This can be used to divert attention from some problem areas of the room.

Bright living room with juicy stripes

Children's room with cheerful stripes

Combination of stripes and patterns in the nursery Stripes of all colors in the design of the nursery Striped workplace

Colored stripes in the children's room can clearly delineate functional areas.

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