Wallpaper - Queens New York Skyline Purple & Gold

Designed by Michel Tompsett, this graphic skyline wallpaper captures the Queens cityscape through expressive watercolor splatters and painterly textures. Set against a clean white background, the architectural silhouette blends deep purple and dark mulberry tones with warm golden ochre and earthy amber shades. The bridge structure and recognisable buildings emerge from an energetic splash of color across the lower half of the wall, leaving the upper portion open and luminous. Printed custom made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, our mural wallpapers bring an artistic urban focal point into modern living spaces.

In the room

We see this skyline design working exceptionally well as a defined feature wall in a contemporary living room or a dedicated home office. Because the architectural detail and rich color dispersion are weighted across the lower and middle sections of the composition, it grounds the room naturally behind low-profile furniture like a sofa, credenza, or desk. The generous white space in the upper portion gives higher or standard ceilings a light, airy feel rather than overwhelming the room. In an art studio or study, placing it on a wider uninterrupted wall allows the full horizontal span of the Queens waterfront and bridge silhouette to unfold without disruption.

Styling it

To let the expressive paint splatters and bold palette stand out, we suggest keeping adjacent furniture streamlined and relatively quiet. Sleek contemporary pieces with clean lines echo the architectural forms in the skyline without competing with the dynamic watercolor splashes. Warm wood finishes, such as walnut or natural oak, pair effortlessly with the earthy golden tones in the print, while matte black accents or minimalist metal frames provide a sharp graphic anchor that complements the deep purple silhouettes.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper features a dramatic interplay between deep mulberry purple, warm ochre, and crisp white. For surrounding walls, a clean neutral off-white or soft warm grey will keep the room bright and let the skyline take center stage. If you prefer a richer and more intimate setting, pulling the dark purple or deep plum tone onto adjacent surfaces or trim creates an enveloping, dramatic mood. Textiles in muted gold, camel, or deep amber will also draw out the warm earthy pigments in the artwork.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are produced made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess material during decorating. All our wall murals are entirely PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that lends depth to every design. Simple and straightforward to hang, our wallpapers are created to give homeowners and renters alike a flexible, high-impact way to transform their interiors.