Wallpaper - Exeter England Skyline Concrete

Designed by Michael Tompsett, this skyline wallpaper captures the historic silhouette of Exeter against an aged, concrete-textured backdrop. The architecture is rendered in a deep, painterly charcoal tone, anchored by artistic paint splatters and ink drips along the lower edge that give the architectural profile an expressive, graphic character. The upper portion remains open with a warm stone-grey concrete visual texture, allowing the distinct spires, cathedral towers, and bridges to stand out in sharp contrast. Made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure, this design brings a modern, urban focal point to interior walls.

In the room

We find this skyline motif works particularly well in a dedicated home office or study, where its clean horizontal horizon and graphic clarity bring focus without visual clutter. Because the skyline runs across the lower-to-middle section of the composition, it sits comfortably behind a desk or low shelving unit without losing the recognisable shapes of the city landmarks.

In rooms with higher ceilings, the generous open space above the silhouette prevents the room from feeling heavy. We would typically recommend placing this design on a single main wall where the entire architectural panorama can be seen in one continuous sweep, leaving the remaining walls in softer, complementary neutrals.

Styling it

The balanced contrast between the crisp skyline and the concrete-inspired backdrop makes this design easy to incorporate into contemporary, minimalist, or industrial-leaning interiors. We would combine it with clean-lined furniture and keep surrounding decorative accents relatively quiet so the wall mural remains the central visual piece.

• Choose furniture with matte black metal framing or slim profiles to echo the sharp graphic definition of the skyline silhouette.
• Pair with pale, neutral fabrics and smooth surfaces to balance the textured, weathered look of the printed background.
• Keep wall-mounted shelving minimal across the mural area to preserve the clear view of the spires and architectural details.

Colour combinations

The colour scheme of this design is grounded in neutral tones, pairing deep charcoal and smoky black with a warm, concrete-grey textured background. Because the palette is entirely neutral, it pairs naturally with surrounding walls painted in soft off-whites, warm greys, or muted stone shades. If you prefer a stronger contrast in the room, deep charcoal or slate trim on baseboards and doors can echo the darker elements of the skyline and create a cohesive architectural look.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are produced made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Printing to your specific measurements helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with standard fixed-size rolls.

Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure. They are designed to be straightforward to hang, making them suitable for homeowners and renters looking to refresh their spaces with distinctive wall murals.