Wallpaper - Secret Hideaway

Created in collaboration with artist Kristy Rice, our Secret Hideaway wallpaper captures a sunlit architectural scene through expressive watercolour washes and energetic ink line work. The composition centres on a rustic stone archway set into verdant cliffs, framed by rich foliage, a clear blue sky, and bright pink florals in the foreground. Its painterly character brings an artistic, free-flowing rhythm to the wall, balancing earthy neutrals with lively accents. Like all our wall murals, this design is made-to-measure to fit your exact wall dimensions on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because the motif carries a strong vertical focus and a sense of architectural depth, we find it works particularly well on an accent wall where the central archway can remain largely unobstructed. In a living room or dining room, positioning the mural behind low-profile seating or a dining table lets the full visual landscape unfold upwards toward the ceiling.

The fluid watercolour style also suits quieter residential areas such as a bedroom, study, or guest room. In a hallway or entry, the open sky and lush hillside draw the gaze inward, creating an inviting visual transition between spaces. In rooms with generous natural daylight, the variations between the deep fern greens, soft sky washes, and glowing stone tones become especially vivid.

Styling it

To balance the expressive brushstrokes and energetic linework of this mural wallpaper, we suggest pairing it with quiet, grounding interior elements. Low-slung furniture in simple, unadorned silhouettes allows the artwork to remain the focal point without competing for attention.

Natural textures complement the painterly aesthetic nicely. Warm timber furniture, whether a honey-toned oak dining table or a mid-toned wood desk, echoes the earthy warmth in the painted masonry. For textiles, simple woven cottons or neutral curtains in off-white keep the overall scheme relaxed and light, letting the vivid pink florals and lush greenery supply the decorative energy in the room.

Colour combinations

The artwork features a rich natural palette anchored by fern green, stone ochre, sky blue, and vibrant magenta-pink, balanced by soft watercolour paper whites.

When choosing paint colours and materials for adjacent walls, trim, or larger furnishings, consider these directions:

• Soft off-whites and pale stone: Drawing on the exposed stone and paper highlights in the painting, warm mineral whites create a soft, seamless transition on neighbouring walls.
• Muted sage and olive: Pulling from the background foliage, deeper botanical greens work beautifully on painted woodwork, cabinetry, or upholstery to anchor the space.
• Dusty blush and rose: Echoing the foreground floral blooms in a softer, more muted tint through cushions or decorative ceramics adds a considered touch of warmth without overwhelming the room.

About our wallpaper

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

All our mural wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds depth to the finished installation. Designed to be straightforward and simple to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile options suited to both homeowners and those living in rented spaces.