Transforming your interior with Morris & Co wallpaper
Dec 01, 2022
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Transforming your interior with Morris & Co wallpaper
About Morris and Co
designer, Morris was also a famed poet, artist, philosopher, typographer and political theorist. Founded in 1861, Morris & Co has been creating captivating ‘art for all’ for over 150 years. While the brand suffered turbulent times during the first and second world wars, it was revived by Sanderson & Sons, who purchased the Morris & Co’s design archives and wallpaper stock in 1940. To this day, Morris &
Co has remained part of the Sanderson family and stands out as a
distinctive and unique brand in the Style Library umbrella.
Why choose Morris & Co Wallpaper?
recognisable for their classic design features including autumnal
colours, bold florals and vibrant prints. Perfect for transforming your
interior, Morris & Co has something to offer every taste. Whether
you are looking to dress a feature wall or all four walls, Morris &
Co’s timeless designs will suit any room.
How do you style Morris & Co within your home?
For the less daring, Morris & Co’s designs can be styled with a more pared-back, subdued palette. Neutral-toned furnishings pair wonderfully with the rich colouring of Morris papers, allowing the wallcovering to be the standout feature.
Alternatively, you could opt for warm, earthy colours or dark, inky shades to contrast with the paper and imbue your room with drama and depth.
Morris & Co papers offer a wide colour palette from which to draw when selecting your accessories; if you choose a colour that appears in the paper, you won’t go far wrong. Lighter shades in the prints lend well for bedding and other soft furnishings or select a brighter colour for an accent lamp or picture frame. Crisp, white bedding finished with scatter cushions and throws in rich colours, for example, will provide the perfect balance of light and bright tones, resulting in an elegant, eye-catching bedroom.
Morris & Co also offer complimentary fabrics, perfect for finishing your room with bedding, rugs, curtains and cushions.
Mirrors reflect prints to mesmerising effect, so they are a wonderful companion to Morris’ elaborate designs. To soften your space, experiment with pampas or plants for an earthy effect that will complement the nature-inspired patterns.
Our top picks for Morris & Co wallpapers
Pimpernel – The Archive Collection
One of William Morris’ most famous designs is Pimpernel. Designed in 1876, the paper featured in his own dining room at Kelmscott House. This statement wallcovering depicts star-shaped flowers in a swirling rhythm; the bold motif repeats theatrically across walls when hung, making it the perfect paper for rooms where you want to create a little drama.
Paired here with dark furniture, natural oak and pampas accessories, Pimpernel adds a striking feature to a rustic-style interior. Powdery white walls draw light into the room, softening the darker shades of the paper and playing a game of contrasts.
Strawberry Thief – Archive II Collection
Reproduced with a gentle texture to retain the look of the original design, Strawberry Thief wallpaper from Morris & Co’s Archive II collection is an enticing design featuring birds pecking at strawberries. Presented in three beautiful colourways, Strawberry Thief is also available as a printed fabric and embroidery.
Featured here in Indigo and Mineral – a bold navy background with overlaying tones of red, green, and brown. The deep navy colour offers a striking backdrop for the natural wood furniture and sisal weave rug, adding a romantic twist to an otherwise rustic room.
Blackthorn – The Archive Collection
Designed by J.H. Dearle in 1892, Blackthorn wallpaper from The Archive Collection by Morris & Co is a colourful design featuring an abundance of foliage, flowers and interlocking tree branches. Today’s version has been faithfully reproduced in authentic colours to match the original wallpaper, with a mottled appearance that gives the design a beautiful hand-printed appearance.
Complimented here by crisp, white bedding, natural wood furnishings and a mustard throw to accentuate the warm tones within the wallpaper.
