Wallpaper - Helsinki Skyline Purple & Gold

Created by Michael Tompsett, this city skyline wallpaper captures the architectural profile of Helsinki through expressive watercolor-inspired splatters and bleeding pigments. A rich palette of dark mulberry purple and warm ochre gold forms the silhouettes of iconic landmarks against a crisp white background. The horizontal composition balances detailed architectural forms with loose, painterly splatters across the lower edge, giving the cityscape an artistic, contemporary character. Our mural wallpapers are made-to-measure and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

We see this wallpaper working especially well as an accent wall in a living room or a dedicated home office. Because the skyline stretches horizontally across the lower and middle portions while leaving the upper section open, it creates an airy visual rhythm that anchors a room without overwhelming it. In a living room, placing this design behind a low-profile sofa allows the skyline to sit comfortably above the furniture line. In a home office or study, the thoughtful balance of rich purple and earthy gold tones introduces a refined, artistic focal point across a main desk wall.

Styling it

To let the expressive silhouette stand out, we recommend pairing this wallpaper with furniture that has clean, contemporary lines. Low-backed seating, streamlined desks, and minimalist shelving prevent visual competition with the architectural details. Warm brass or muted gold decorative accents tie in naturally with the golden ochre tones in the skyline, while dark wood finishes or deep charcoal furniture ground the deeper mulberry shades.

Colour combinations

Our wallpaper features rich dark mulberry purple, warm earthy gold, and a clean white background. For surrounding painted walls and woodwork, a soft off-white or light neutral creates a seamless transition with the white upper half of the design. If you prefer more depth, pulling the deep plum or dark mulberry into an adjacent alcove, trim, or upholstered furniture creates a cohesive and immersive palette.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions. This tailored production helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to purchasing standard rolls. All of our wall murals are PVC-free, have a subtle physical structure in the paper, and are designed to be straightforward to hang in any home.