Wallpaper - Exeter England Skyline Purple & Gold

Created by Michael Tompsett, this architectural skyline wallpaper captures the historic landmarks of Exeter, England, through an expressive watercolor silhouette. The composition features iconic architectural profiles rendered in rich dark mulberry, deep purple, and warm golden ochre tones against a clean, crisp background. Spatters and painterly ink bleeds drop naturally along the lower edge, giving the cityscape dynamic movement and an artistic, graphic presence. Our made-to-measure mural wallpapers are produced on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, making it straightforward to bring a distinctive architectural statement into your home.

In the room

We see this design working particularly well as an accent wall in a living room or a dedicated study. Because the skyline stretches horizontally across the lower and middle portions of the mural while leaving generous open space above, it creates a grounded visual anchor without overwhelming the height of the room. In a living room, placing this wallpaper on the main wall behind a sofa allows the distinctive spires, cathedral towers, and bridge silhouettes to stand out clearly. In a study or home library, the rich purple and golden tones bring a thoughtful, cultured atmosphere that pairs naturally with reading nooks and desk placements.

Styling it

To balance the expressive watercolor texture and bold skyline silhouette, we would keep the surrounding furniture relatively grounded with clean, contemporary lines. Dark wood finishes or warm walnut pieces complement the deep tones within the city profile, while minimalist shelving lets the architectural shapes remain the focal point. For decorative accents, touches of brushed brass or warm metallic lighting echo the golden watercolor washes throughout the print. Keeping larger upholstered pieces in tailored neutral fabrics ensures the wall mural carries the room's visual energy.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is defined by deep mulberry purple, layered violet washes, and warm golden amber set against an off-white backdrop. To build a cohesive palette around it, consider bringing in rich plum or aubergine accents through cushions or secondary decor to echo the darkest architectural silhouettes. Surrounding walls painted in a soft, warm neutral or muted cream will let the artwork breathe, while ochre or mustard textiles provide a lively contrast that mirrors the golden highlights within the city skyline.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions. Custom production means each order is printed to size, helping to reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard fixed-size rolls.

We produce all our mural wallpapers on PVC-free paper that features a subtle physical structure, giving the finished wall a refined look. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers make it simple to transform your interior with confidence.