Wallpaper - Lyon France Skyline Purlpe & Gold

Designed by Michael Tompsett, this architectural mural wallpaper captures the skyline of Lyon in an expressive watercolour-like style. The composition contrasts crisp city silhouettes with rich, organic paint splashes, blending deep mulberry purple with warm golden and earthy ochre tones against a clean white background. Architectural landmarks, bridges, and high-rise towers merge across the horizon with fluid splashes and delicate ink-like splatters beneath. Produced as made-to-measure, PVC-free wallpaper with a subtle structure in the paper, this design brings an artistic and graphic character to contemporary spaces.

In the room

We find this design works exceptionally well as a focal point across a wider, uninterrupted wall where the full horizontal span of the cityscape can unfold naturally. In a living room, placing this mural wallpaper behind a low sofa keeps the skyline visible while anchoring the seating area. The clean white upper section provides generous visual breathing space, making it equally fitting for a home office where you want an inspiring backdrop that does not overwhelm the room. Because the architectural forms carry strong visual weight across the lower and middle zones, positioning it on a wall without tall wardrobes or high shelving ensures the detailed silhouettes remain fully appreciated.

Styling it

The artistic blend of architectural geometry and fluid paint washes allows for versatile interior styling. We would lean towards a contemporary or eclectic setting, balancing the strong silhouette with clean-lined furniture.

• Choose lower-profile seating or streamlined desks in warm wood tones, such as teak or dark oak, to echo the golden and earthy undertones in the print.
• Introduce understated brass or brushed metal accents in table lamps or decorative objects to tie into the warm, golden hues of the skyline.
• Keep surrounding textiles relatively calm, favouring textured fabrics in off-white, taupe, or soft neutral tones so the wall mural remains the primary visual statement.

Colour combinations

The palette within our wallpaper is defined by dark mulberry purple, golden yellow, and warm earthy tones set against a crisp white ground. To create a balanced interior, we suggest pairing it with off-white or soft warm grey on adjacent walls, which allows the white background of the design to sit naturally within the space. For a richer, more enveloping feel, drawing out the deeper mulberry or muted plum tones on accent cushions, upholstery, or painted woodwork will create a cohesive and considered interior scheme.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper during decorating. We produce our wall murals on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds depth to every design. Our wallpapers are designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, offering flexible solutions suited to both homeowners and renters looking to transform their interiors.