Wallpaper - Old Houses in Umbria

Created by Silvia Vassileva, our Old Houses in Umbria wallpaper captures the atmospheric architectural charm of an Italian village street. The composition layers historic stone facades, arched doorways and shuttered windows using expressive, painterly oil brushstrokes. Warm tones of ochre, terracotta, burnt orange and sunlit yellow are anchored by soft slate greys in the sky and subtle hints of denim blue. Produced as made-to-measure mural wallpapers on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure, this design brings artistic warmth and timeless character to any interior.

In the room

In a living room or dining room, we would place this design on a main feature wall where the full height and vertical rhythm of the historic architecture can be appreciated without heavy interruption. The warm, earthy palette makes it equally inviting in a study, home office or guest bedroom, creating an enveloping, settled atmosphere. In an entryway or hallway, the painted street scene adds a welcoming sense of depth. For smaller spaces such as a powder room or dressing room, the painterly visual texture brings rich visual interest without feeling overly formal.

Styling it

To let the expressive brushwork and architectural detail remain the focal point, we recommend pairing this wallpaper with relatively calm surrounding furnishings. Warm mid-tone wood pieces, such as antique walnut or honeyed timber, sit naturally alongside the rustic Italian village theme. Upholstery and curtains in unbleached, textured natural weaves will complement the earthy tones without competing for attention. Under soft, warm lighting in the evening, the golden ochre and terracotta facades take on a particularly cosy glow.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is built around a warm base of earthy ochre, terracotta, rich golden yellow and raw umber, balanced by cool overcast greys and muted denim blue accents. When painting neighbouring walls or selecting joinery, warm off-whites, creamy stone neutrals, or soft biscuit tones will create a seamless, harmonious transition. If you want a more defined contrast, pulling out the deeper burnt terracotta or a soft slate grey for skirting boards and door frames provides a classic, grounding frame for the design.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are custom made to measure according to your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess material during decorating. We produce our wall murals on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds to the refined look on the wall. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile options suited to homeowners and renters alike, making it easy to transform your home with confidence.