Wallpaper - Portland Maine Skyline Purple & Gold

Created by Michael Tompsett, this architectural skyline wallpaper captures the city silhouette of Portland, Maine, through an expressive watercolor-inspired style. The composition sets familiar buildings and spires against a clean white background, grounded by rich washes and splatters of dark mulberry purple and warm gold. We appreciate how the precise outlines of the architecture balance against the fluid, painterly texture below the horizon. As one of our made-to-measure wallpapers, the design is printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure, offering a distinctive graphic statement for your interior.

In the room

Because the skyline runs horizontally across the lower and middle composition, we think this design works particularly well on an uninterrupted feature wall in a living room or home office. Placing the mural wallpaper behind a low-profile sofa, a credenza, or a desk keeps the building silhouettes visible while letting the expansive white sky lift the visual height of the room. In smaller study spaces or contemporary living areas, the open negative space at the top prevents the richer purple and gold tones from overwhelming the surrounding space.

Styling it

When styling around this design, we suggest keeping surrounding furniture clean-lined and understated so the architectural detail remains the focal point. Low-slung seating in tailored charcoal, deep plum, or warm neutral upholstery complements the watercolor washes without competing for attention.

To echo the golden and earthy tones in the print, pair the wall with warm wood finishes such as walnut or natural oak, or introduce subtle brass accents in lighting fixtures and desk accessories. For flooring, a simple unpatterned rug helps anchor the room while letting the lively splash details at the base of the skyline stand out naturally.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper features deep mulberry purple, lavender undertones, warm gold, and ochre, all set against a clean white backdrop.

For adjacent walls, a crisp off-white or soft warm grey keeps the room feeling light and expansive. If you prefer a moodier, more enveloping atmosphere, drawing out the dark purple or rich gold for woodwork, built-in shelving, or accent textiles creates a cohesive, design-led space.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your exact wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard rolls.

Our wall murals are PVC-free, printed on paper with a subtle physical structure, and designed to be straightforward to hang. We offer wallpaper options suited to different homes and living situations, whether you own your property or live in rented accommodation.