Wallpaper can take a room from boring to stunning by adding color, pattern and texture. But is it ever a good idea to install it in the kitchen? Kitchen surfaces need to be able to withstand a lot.

Aside from the smart use of space, the real stand-out – and what initially drew me to this project – is the bold mix of marble with a wall-to-wall dainty floral wallpaper. On paper, this kitchen ...