Wallpaper - Reykjavík Skyline Concrete

Created by Michael Tompsett, this city skyline wallpaper captures the distinctive architectural landmarks of Reykjavík in bold, graphic silhouette against a concrete-inspired textured neutral background. Prominent structures such as Hallgrímskirkja and the Harpa concert hall stand out along the horizon, grounded by expressive, paint-splattered black linework along the base. The clean contrast between the deep charcoal silhouette and the pebble-gray backdrop gives the design a modern, artistic presence on the wall. Produced made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, our mural wallpapers bring architectural character into contemporary interiors.

In the room

We see this design working particularly well in a home office, study, or open living area where the horizontal skyline can span an uninterrupted feature wall. Because the artwork places its visual weight along the middle and lower horizontal band, positioning it behind a low desk, a clean-lined sofa, or a credenza allows the full panorama of the Icelandic capital to remain visible. In rooms with generous daylight, the subtle concrete-textured variations across the neutral background become clearer, while softer ambient lighting in the evening emphasizes the graphic silhouette of the buildings.

Styling it

To complement the graphic contrast of the motif, we suggest pairing this wallpaper with furniture featuring clean, understated lines. Matte black metal elements or dark charcoal accents echo the silhouette, while warm wood finishes such as ash, birch, or natural oak help balance the cooler concrete tones. Keeping the surrounding styling relatively minimal ensures that the architectural skyline remains the central focus of the space.

Colour combinations

The artwork features a palette of deep charcoal black set against pebble gray and stone-toned neutrals with visible concrete-like visual texture. For adjacent walls and trim, we recommend soft off-white, light warm gray, or muted slate tones that extend the neutral backdrop. If you prefer to introduce color through surrounding textiles or decor, muted Scandinavian hues such as dusty fjord blue, deep forest green, or subtle clay work naturally alongside the monochrome silhouette.

About our wallpaper

Our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess material during decorating. We produce our wall murals on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile options suited to different homes, living spaces, and personal decorating needs.