When it comes to creating a fabulous space in your home, you need to choose a theme. However themes can often look tacky and become quickly out dated so choosing the right theme is vital. The most timeless theme that you can choose for any room is ‘elegance’. When trying to create an elegant look, you need to look back into interior design history, selecting a look that will stand the test of time. With this in mind, we’d like to take this opportunity to introduce you to the London Wallpaper collection from Little Greene.
The London Wallpaper collection is unique. It has been inspired by eight of the most iconic, historical wallpaper designs which were the height of fashion just as wallpaper become popular. Covering the period 1760 through to 1890, Little Greene’s London Wallpaper collection features heavily floral designs which were very fashionable during this period. Inspired by nature and the common pastime of walking through gardens on Sunday afternoons, these designs are striking yet elegant in appearance.
The Little Greene London Wallpapers collection features a combination of subtle, feminine designs and more colourful, bolder designs. Let’s take a look at three of the most eye-catching designs from the collection and discover how they can be used in your home.
- Great Ormond Street Wallpaper Little Greene’s Great Ormond Street Wallpaper is a reproduction of a design found in the famous children’s hospital. Dating back to around 1890, this wallpaper features the tropical botanical elements popular during the period. With a choice of soft background colours and an overlay of foliage, the wallpaper has been brought to life with parrots for a fabulous look. This wallpaper is perfect for use in any home and looks especially good when used in a bathroom to add colour and interest to the room. We recommend the Verditure colour scheme which features a pale blue background. Use just on one wall and team with plain tiles and colourful blue accessories to complete the look.
- St James’ Place Wallpaper Little Greene’s St James’ Place Wallpaper is an earlier wallpaper design, dating back to circa 1760. This eye-catching wallpaper features a repetitive floral design that was iconic of the era. It is a reproduction of a design which was found in a first floor entertaining room in St James’ Place, London. The original colour scheme was off white and vivid crimson but the reproduction is slightly more muted in design, making it a welcome addition to today’s homes. Due to the repetitive nature of the wallpaper design, we recommend using this wallpaper sparingly through a room. It works particularly well in dado panels and is well suited for use in an entertaining space like a living or dining room.
- Bayham Abbey Wallpaper Little Greene’s Bayham Abbey Wallpaper dates back to around 1880 but will look just as good in a home today as it did during that time. This striking wallpaper design is a reproduction of one uncovered in Bayham Abbey in Essex and comes in a wide range of colour schemes from vibrant Celestial blue to beige toned Bath. It features a Gothic inspired design and will make a bold style statement in any room. We recommend using the Little Greene Bayham Abbey Wallpaper in Celestial Blue in a living room to add a touch of grandeur. Use accent gold paintwork and accessories to complete the look.