Wallpaper - Strike I

Our Strike I wallpaper, designed by Veronique Charron, brings a bold graphic identity to the wall with the visual charm of a vintage matchbox print. At the centre, an expressive tiger in vivid pumpkin orange and black lounges across a warm brown base, framed by stylised green leaves, delicate stars, and retro typography reading "SET THE WORLD ON FIRE". Teal match heads and a subtle geometric background pattern of diagonal lines and triangles add rhythm and balance to the composition. Printed to order on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design makes an energetic focal point for creative spaces.

In the room

Because the motif is designed with a strong central graphic composition, we see this wall mural working particularly well on an uninterrupted feature wall. In a home office, art studio, or teenage bedroom, giving the design a clear wall area lets the full layout, typography, and illustration breathe without being fragmented by large wardrobes or tall shelving units. In a living room or dynamic creative space, placing our wallpaper behind a low sofa or desk allows the tiger illustration and lettering to remain completely visible, acting as an intentional piece of oversized graphic art that anchors the entire room.

Styling it

The playful postmodern energy of this design naturally suits eclectic and contemporary interiors. To keep the focus on the artwork, we would pair the wall mural with furniture that features clean, confident lines rather than heavy ornate detailing.

• Balance the strong graphic typography with plain upholstery and minimalist furniture silhouettes, allowing the artwork to lead the visual narrative.
• Introduce warm wood tones or painted dark surfaces that echo the brown base and black outlines in the illustration.
• Pick up on the retro print character with subtle mid-century modern or vintage-inspired accents, such as a sleek metal desk lamp or simple ceramic decor.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is defined by a warm and striking palette of pumpkin orange, rich black, deep red, leafy green, and accents of teal set against a light brown patterned ground. When decorating around this design, we suggest keeping surrounding painted walls in a quiet, warm neutral or soft off-white to let the vivid tones stand out. If you prefer a more enveloping look, bringing out the deeper black or rich charcoal from the linework on adjacent trim or doors creates an atmospheric, contemporary contrast. For smaller accents like cushions or desk accessories, introducing touches of teal or muted olive green draws natural connections to the match heads and foliage.

About our wallpaper

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

Our mural wallpapers are completely PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that gives our designs a refined finish. Designed to be straightforward to hang, we offer wallpaper options tailored to different homes and living situations, whether you are decorating your forever home or updating a rented flat.