Mudroom with Blue Floral Wallpaper

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Floral Wallpaper, Blue Cabinets

A mudroom is one of my favorite places to use wallpaper I'd probably never commit to in a larger room.

Because it's a smaller space, you don't need much wallpaper to make a big impact. You're also only in the room for a few minutes at a time, so a pattern that might feel overwhelming in a living room feels fun and welcoming here instead. If you'd like a similar look, I've linked a similar Fine Blooming floral wallpaper here.

The Vision

The combination of soft blue cabinetry and floral wallpaper gives this mudroom both structure and personality.

The cabinetry provides a calm backdrop, while the wallpaper adds character in the spaces above and between the built-ins. Because the cabinets cover so much of the wall, the floral pattern feels like an accent instead of taking over the room.

Lighting is another detail that's doing more work than it first appears. Instead of relying only on an overhead fixture, wall sconces direct light right where you need it—over the countertop and into the cubbies where you're constantly looking for shoes, backpacks, and everyday essentials. I've linked similar PERMO brass sconces here and similar Kira Home Phoebe sconces here.

Under the bench, baskets make it easy to keep everyday clutter contained. I've linked similar Honey-Can-Do banana leaf baskets here because they're durable while adding another natural texture to the room. Underfoot, a similar HUGEAR 2x8 runner helps protect the floors and stands up well to heavy daily traffic.

The Designer’s Story

One thing I've learned over the years is that utility spaces deserve nice everyday essentials just as much as the rooms guests see.

In a mudroom, there are certain things that are almost always sitting out in the open. Hand soap, cabinet hardware, baskets, bowls for keys—they become part of the room whether you intended them to or not.

Instead of trying to hide those items, I like choosing versions that are attractive enough to become part of the design. I've linked similar Vine Creations amber soap dispensers here because they instantly make a countertop feel more finished. I've also linked similar brass cabinet knobs here. They're one of the simplest and least expensive upgrades you can make, but they completely change the look of painted cabinetry.

Near the door, I always like having one dedicated place for keys and the little things that seem to collect in everyone's pockets. I've linked a similar Creative Co-Op blue and white bowl here because it's both practical and decorative.

Why This Room Works

Everything soft in this room has a purpose. The bench cushions make it somewhere you'll actually want to sit while taking shoes on and off instead of simply perching for a moment. I've linked similar Cethom blue striped pillow covers here and similar FIOUOVO striped pillow covers here, along with similar pillow inserts that are two inches larger than the covers to give them that full, tailored look.

On the countertop, I think simplicity works best. A little greenery adds life without creating clutter, so I've linked similar blue hydrangea stems here. A similar large wood serving board leaned against the backsplash introduces warmth and texture while taking up very little space.

 

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