Wallpaper - Beside You

Designed by Julia Purinton, our Beside You wallpaper brings a gentle rural scene to life with an oil-painted look. The composition captures two donkeys resting together in a meadow, with a larger brown donkey tenderly leaning against a smaller grey companion whose eyes are softly closed. Broad, visible brushstrokes create rich texture across their coats and the surrounding grassy landscape, balancing earthy tones with soft olive greens and muted sky tones in the backdrop. Like all Wallism wallpapers, this design is made-to-measure to your exact wall dimensions and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because the motif focuses closely on the two figures, we find this design works exceptionally well as an accent wall where the portrait can be appreciated without feeling crowded. In a nursery, toddler room or bedroom, positioning the mural on the main wall behind a cot or bed creates an instantly warm, grounded focal point. It also suits a country living room or den, particularly on an uninterrupted wall where low seating allows the expressive heads and painterly background to remain fully visible. In smaller spaces, the open pasture background keeps the wall feeling open rather than enclosed.

Styling it

We recommend leaning into rustic, cottage or traditional farmhouse aesthetics that reflect the countryside motif:

• Choose warm, natural wood furniture such as honey pine, rustic oak or painted vintage pieces with soft off-white or cream finishes.
• Layer cosy textiles in chunky knitted wool, unbleached cotton or brushed fabrics to echo the soft, tactile feel of the painted animal coats.
• Keep wall decor and adjacent shelving minimal on the featured wall, allowing the quiet bond between the two donkeys to hold the room's attention.

Colour combinations

The artwork features an earthy palette of warm chestnut brown, soft charcoal, muted grey and gentle olive greens set against creamy neutral undertones. When painting adjacent walls, woodwork or cabinetry, we suggest pulling directly from the backdrop with muted sage, pale moss or soft meadow greens. Warm stone neutrals, clotted cream and oatmeal also pair seamlessly, keeping the overall interior cohesive, tranquil and inviting.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure based on the specific dimensions you provide for your wall. Custom production means each order is tailored to your space, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls.

Our wall murals are entirely PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our mural wallpapers offer flexible options tailored to homeowners and renters alike, making it simple to transform any room in your home.