Wallpaper - Purple & Gold

Designed by Michael Tompsett, this city skyline wallpaper captures an urban architectural silhouette rendered in expressive watercolor splatters and fluid washes. Deep purple, dark mulberry, and warm golden ochre tones blend across the skyline, set against a crisp white background that keeps the upper wall open and airy. What we particularly like is how the delicate paint drips and architectural details create visual movement along the horizon while leaving plenty of negative space above. Our wall murals are made-to-measure and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface texture.

In the room

Because the architectural motif runs horizontally along the lower portion with a clear white background above, this design works beautifully as a focal point across a wider, uninterrupted wall. In a living room, we would place this wallpaper behind a low-backed sofa or credenza so the detailed silhouette of towers, bridges, and spires remains entirely visible. It is also an inspiring choice for a study or home office, where the creative skyline motif brings character without visually cluttering the upper half of the room. The horizontal composition helps anchor the space while maintaining an open, airy atmosphere under both bright daylight and soft evening lamps.

Styling it

To complement the expressive watercolor artwork, we suggest balancing the space with clean lines and purposeful material choices:

• Choose furniture with low profiles and simple geometry, such as mid-century inspired sideboards or sleek contemporary desks, keeping sightlines open to the skyline.
• Incorporate warm brass or bronze hardware to subtly echo the golden tones in the watercolor wash without overpowering the wall.
• Introduce textured upholstery in neutral fabrics like cream or charcoal to ground the room and let the vivid purple artwork stand out naturally.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper features a dynamic blend of deep mulberry, vibrant violet, and rich golden ochre, grounded by a clean white backdrop. When styling adjacent walls, a soft warm white or muted parchment creates a seamless transition that complements the negative space above the buildings. For trim, cabinetry, or upholstered furniture, deeper plum tones or charcoal grey can pick up the darkest shades in the silhouette, while warm ochre or mustard accent pieces introduce subtle harmony with the golden watercolor elements.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. Our mural wallpapers are completely PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds depth to the printed design. Designed to be straightforward to hang, we offer wallpaper solutions suited to different living spaces and needs.