Transitional Bedroom Transitional Bedroom, Chicago

Beyonce can rock a patterned deep-wine skirt, so why not dress the bed with it (and a fur throw)?

When it comes to dark wallpaper, even a subtle pattern can add volumes of style. Geometric patterns are very on-trend now and look great in a contemporary space.

Silk or satin bedding in any color is extravagant, but in regal shades of plum it looks even more sumptuous.

Purple becomes even more dramatic — and slightly masculine — when paired with black. Whether you’re introducing purple through linens or furniture, consider black walls for a rich and bold look.

Add some cozy to contemporary. Sean Cowan of Sean Michael Design used wallpaper to add a more intimate and cozy feeling to this contemporary bedroom."The subtle pattern in the wood grain adds a touch of luxury without adding an actual pattern that may date itself over time," he says. "It becomes visually textural and warms up the dimensionless wall behind the headboard."

Trend twist: Silks go dark and rich. While we love the bold and bright silks that are popular today, the sumptuousness of elegant silks in deep burgundy, dark purple and black is irresistible.

Even purple — as illustrated so magnificently by the lowly pansy — is complemented and enhanced by black.

While most wood veneer wallcoverings are available in a number of standard stain options, if you want a custom color, Laura Romanoff says it’s best to have it applied in the factory versus staining it yourself after installation. Otherwise, oil residue from fingers and brushes with other substances may affect the quality of the stain absorption.Material CostMost wood veneer wallcovering is sold to the trade and isn’t readily available via retail channels. Romanoff says the company’s wood veneer wallcovering retail prices start at about $10 per square foot ($90 per square yard). Considering that architectural wood veneer paneling material can range from $20 to $30 per square foot, a veneer wallcovering can be considerably more cost-effective. Wood veneer wallcoverings, Riker says, “are unique and provide a wow factor without breaking the bank.”Many wood veneer wallcoverings carry a class-A ASTM E84 rating, which is the highest value in terms of flame spread and smoke development, should there be a fire. The wallcovering specifications will include this information. Some manufacturers also indicate that installation with a low-VOC (volatile organic compounds) adhesive is permitted, so be sure to check that if air quality is a concern. More Role Call:Shopping for Wallpaper? First Know the LingoChoose Vinyl Wallcovering for Durability and StyleWhy Trendy but Tricky Grasscloth Wallpaper Is Worth It

Love the black and Matt black patterned wall! Offset with a warm but light timbered bedside table which and burgundy bedspreads and tall lamp. I’d love it if the velvet bed head from the previous pic was here!

Subtle pattern, dramatic color on wall

Glam feel with the black and burgundy