Wallpaper - Makoshika Badlands

Our Makoshika Badlands wallpaper brings the rugged drama of an open desert landscape into the home. Photographed by Alan Majchrowicz, this monochrome scene captures weathered rock formations, deep canyons, and layered geological striations under a vast, cloud-filled sky. We particularly like the balance between the sweeping horizon and the intricate detail within the eroded stone surfaces. The crisp contrast of charcoal tones, soft grays, and pale highlights gives the composition depth without overwhelming a room. Like all of our wallpapers, this design is made-to-measure and completely PVC-free, with a subtle physical structure in the paper.

In the room

Because this is a wide, continuous landscape motif, we find it works best on an uninterrupted wall where the full panorama can unfold naturally. In a living room or behind a bed, it acts as an anchor for the space, drawing the eye across the deep perspective of the canyon. The graphic black-and-white tonal balance also suits smaller spaces where you want clear visual interest, such as an entryway, home office, or quiet reading nook. In rooms with ample daylight, the finer striations and layered textures within the rock faces stand out clearly, while under softer evening light, the overall composition settles into a warm, atmospheric backdrop.

Styling it

The strong monochrome character of this wall mural gives you plenty of freedom when it comes to surrounding furniture and decor:

• Pair it with clean-lined furniture in contemporary or minimalist interiors to let the natural forms in the landscape provide the organic movement in the room.
• Bring in darker wood tones or black metal accents to echo the deepest charcoal shadows in the rock formations.
• Balance the sharp detail of the stone with tactile upholstery or woven textiles in muted, unpatterned fabrics that keep the focus on the wall.

Colour combinations

Our design is built on a clear grayscale spectrum, ranging from pale cloudy whites to mid-tone slates and deep charcoal grays. To complement the mural wallpapers on surrounding surfaces, consider walls painted in soft off-white, warm pale gray, or muted taupe. If you prefer a moodier atmosphere, deep charcoal or near-black paint on adjacent trim or doors creates an intentional, gallery-like feel. For accent pieces, muted earthy shades like clay, olive, or warm amber introduce subtle warmth against the cool neutral base.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Making each piece to order helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard fixed rolls. Our wall murals are printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, and they are designed to be straightforward and simple to hang. Whether you are decorating a family home or personalizing a rented apartment, we offer wallpaper options tailored to your space.