Wallpaper - New York Skyline I

Created by Avery Tillmon, our New York Skyline I wallpaper captures the iconic silhouette of the city with an expressive, architectural drawing style. The composition foregrounds the detailed stone arches and cables of the Brooklyn Bridge in rich, warm saddle brown and ochre tones, set against a sketched metropolis in charcoal, ink black, and off-white. Faint typographic lettering subtly overlays the weathered, painterly backdrop, lending the piece a layered, graphic feel. Printed as a made-to-measure, PVC-free wall mural with a subtle paper texture, it introduces an artistic urban statement to the home.

In the room

Because of the sweeping panoramic perspective and strong horizontal span of the bridge, we see this working best on a wide, uninterrupted feature wall. In a living room, placing the design behind a low sofa allows the detailed skyline and tall gothic arches of the bridge to remain fully visible.

The architectural line work also makes it an excellent backdrop for a home office or study. Where desk space is positioned against or facing the wall, the balance of crisp graphic detail and soft, textured neutrals creates a considered, inspiring atmosphere without feeling visually noisy.

Styling it

To complement the structural line work and industrial character of the artwork, we suggest pairing it with clean-lined furniture and warm, tactile materials. Pieces in black-finished metal, charcoal-painted wood, or weathered timber echo the drawn ink quality of the buildings while grounding the space.

For upholstery and soft furnishings, we like to introduce warmth through woven textiles in cream, stone, or muted caramel tones. Keeping the surrounding shapes relatively minimal and uncluttered allows the intricate details of the bridge and cityscape to take centre stage.

Colour combinations

The design itself is built on an earthy palette of saddle brown, warm ochre, and deep charcoal, resting against an off-white, lightly textured ground.

When choosing colours for surrounding walls, woodwork, or larger furnishings, we recommend working with warm off-whites, chalky stone, or soft greiges to keep the room light and open. Alternatively, deep charcoal or slate grey on neighbouring walls or built-in joinery creates a dramatic, cohesive contrast that draws out the darkest ink strokes in the skyline.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your supplied wall dimensions. Choosing custom-sized wall murals helps reduce unnecessary excess compared to standard rolls, giving you a tailored solution for your space.

Our mural wallpapers are PVC-free and feature a subtle physical structure in the paper. They are designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, offering options suited to both homeowners and those living in rented homes.