Wallpaper - Star-forming Region Messier 78

Our Star-forming Region Messier 78 wallpaper captures the vast, intricate beauty of deep space photography in rich amethyst purples and luminous orange hues. Swirling interstellar clouds sweep across the composition with wispy, layered detail, punctuated by brilliant white stars scattered against the darkness. We love how the vivid contrast and cosmic scale turn an accent wall into a striking focal point, bringing genuine astronomical imagery into an interior setting. Each order is made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure.

In the room

Because this wall mural features a sweeping, continuous celestial composition, we think it works best on an uninterrupted feature wall where the full expanse of the nebula has room to unfold. In a teenage room, an art studio, or a quiet meditation room, placing our mural wallpaper behind a main seating area or desk allows the detailed star clusters and glowing clouds to anchor the space without being broken up by tall storage furniture.

The dramatic contrast between the deep cosmic background and the bright star formations means this design holds its depth across different times of day. Under daylight, the subtle tonal gradations between the amethyst and orange clouds are clear and crisp, while softer evening lighting brings out the mysterious, immersive atmosphere of the darker space tones.

Styling it

With such a vibrant and expressive design on the wall, we recommend keeping surrounding furniture relatively calm and grounded. Clean-lined modern pieces in matte black, charcoal, or dark painted finishes echo the deep tones of outer space and let the wallpaper remain the undisputed hero of the room.

To complement the cosmic palette, you could incorporate understated textiles or upholstery in muted slate grey, warm taupe, or soft woven textures. Avoiding competing decorative patterns on curtains or rugs ensures the intricate detail of the nebula stays front and centre.

Colour combinations

The palette of our wallpaper is led by deep space blacks, rich amethyst purple, vibrant orange, and points of bright star white.

When choosing paint colours for adjoining walls and woodwork, a clean soft white creates a sharp, graphic frame that makes the nebula pop. Alternatively, opting for a dark charcoal or deep aubergine on adjacent walls creates an enveloping, atmospheric effect. If you want a warmer accent in the room, subtle burnt orange or terracotta accents in cushions or decorative ceramics tie directly back to the glowing dust clouds.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your supplied wall dimensions, helping to reduce unnecessary excess compared with standard rolls. We produce our designs on PVC-free wallpaper paper that features a subtle physical structure, and all our wallpapers are designed to be straightforward to hang.