The Timeless Artistry of Morris & Co Wallpaper: Our Top-Selling Designs
Few names in decorative arts command the reverence and admiration that Morris & Co does. Founded by the visionary William Morris in 1861, the company revolutionised interior design with patterns that celebrated nature, craftsmanship, and the beauty of hand-drawn artistry. Today, Morris & Co wallpapers remain as captivating as ever, bringing historical elegance and botanical splendour into contemporary homes.
We're delighted to share our top-selling Morris & Co wallpaper designs—each one a masterpiece of pattern, colour, and design philosophy that has stood the test of time.
Daisy & Oak: A Celebration of English Meadows
Our bestselling Daisy & Oak Wallpaper captures the essence of an English country meadow in full bloom. This design exemplifies Morris's genius for creating patterns that feel both structured and organic. Delicate daisies dance across the surface, interwoven with oak leaves in a rhythmic composition that never overwhelms. The design's genius lies in its ability to create movement whilst maintaining perfect balance—a hallmark of Morris's approach to pattern-making.
Morris Bellflowers: Contemporary Elegance
The Morris Bellflowers Wallpaper showcases delicate bellflower blooms in a graceful vertical arrangement. This design demonstrates the studio's ability to capture the ephemeral beauty of garden flowers whilst creating a pattern that feels timeless and sophisticated.
Indian: Exotic Inspiration
The Indian Wallpaper reflects Morris's fascination with Eastern design traditions. This pattern brings exotic sophistication to interiors with its intricate detailing and rich cultural references, demonstrating how Morris & Co drew inspiration from global decorative arts.
Acanthus: Architectural Grandeur Meets Natural Form
The impressive Acanthus Wallpaper designed by Morris in 1874 marks a pivotal moment in his career—the beginning of his large-scale wallpaper designs. With its vigorous curves and complex layering, scrolling acanthus foliage creates a remarkable three-dimensional effect. The pattern repeat of 24 inches allows the design to unfold dramatically across walls, making it perfect for rooms where you want to make a bold statement.
Bird: Serene Beauty Takes Flight
Translated onto wallpaper for the first time, Bird Wallpaper draws inspiration from Morris's 1878 tapestry—the very design he chose for his own drawing room at Kelmscott House. This serene pattern features paired birds alternating between perching and flight, creating a sense of gentle movement. The saturated hues and rich colour stories make Bird an incredibly striking addition to any wall.
Bird & Pomegranate: Late-Period Brilliance
Dating from 1926, Bird & Pomegranate was one of the last block-printed wallpapers designed by Morris & Co. This gorgeous design showcases birds nestled amongst branches laden with foliage and pomegranate fruits. The composition demonstrates the studio's mature design sensibility—confident, richly detailed, yet never cluttered.
Arbutus: Studio Heritage and Refined Elegance
Designed by Kathleen Kersey, a talented member of the Morris & Co design studio on the eve of the First World War, Arbutus Wallpaper represents the continuation of Morris's design philosophy beyond his own hand. The pattern features stems, leaves, and berries rendered in rich tones that replicate the depth of the original.
The Morris & Co Design Philosophy
What makes these Morris & Co wallpapers perennially popular is their adherence to principles that Morris himself championed: truth to materials, celebration of nature, and patterns that enhance rather than dominate a space. Each design demonstrates meticulous attention to how patterns repeat, how colours interact, and how scale affects the overall impact.
Morris believed that pattern should be "orderly" yet "suggestive of natural growth." His designs achieve this through careful observation of botanical forms, which are then stylised and arranged with mathematical precision. The result is wallpaper that feels both organic and architectural—patterns that breathe life into rooms whilst providing structure and sophistication.
Choosing Your Morris & Co Wallpaper
When selecting from these top-selling designs, consider the scale of your space and the mood you wish to create. Large-scale patterns like Acanthus work beautifully in rooms with high ceilings and ample wall space, where their full drama can unfold. More delicate designs like Daisy & Oak suit intimate spaces where you can appreciate their intricate detail up close.
The colour stories available across the range allow you to align these historic patterns with contemporary palettes. Rich, saturated versions create heritage drama, whilst lighter colourways offer a more subtle, sophisticated approach that works beautifully in modern interiors.
These Morris & Co wallpapers represent more than mere decoration—they're a connection to design history, a celebration of craftsmanship, and an investment in timeless beauty that will enhance your home for years to come.