Wallpaper - Sunset Metropolis

Our Sunset Metropolis wallpaper captures an illuminated city skyline at dusk, set against an evening sky transitioning from rich saffron orange to soft dusky purple. Created by Thomas Winz, the composition balances the strong vertical architecture of towering skyscrapers, including a distinctive pointed spire, with the dark, calm water in the foreground that reflects the glowing city lights. The balance between warm ambient highlights and deep shadow gives the skyline realistic depth across a wider surface. Printed made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle paper structure, our wall murals are straightforward to hang and bring architectural scale into the home.

In the room

In a living room, we see this working particularly well behind a main sofa or across a wider, uninterrupted focal wall where the full panorama can unfold without visual breaks. The strong horizontal line created by the waterfront anchor helps ground larger open spaces, while the vertical reach of the illuminated high-rises adds visual height to rooms with standard ceilings. We also like this mural wallpaper in a dedicated home office or study, positioned behind a desk where the warm saffron glow adds visual interest without overwhelming the workspace. In a hallway or entrance area, the glowing skyline provides a striking, immersive arrival point.

Styling it

To let the skyline carry the main visual weight, we would keep surrounding furniture clean-lined and contemporary. Low-profile seating with tailored upholstery allows the architecture of the print to remain in clear view from floor to ceiling.

Darker finishes, such as blackened steel, charcoal metal accents, or deeper stained timber, echo the dark silhouettes and evening water in the composition. If you prefer a lighter look, minimal mid-toned woods can soften the contrast while keeping the urban character intact.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper centres on glowing saffron, warm orange, amber, and soft evening purple, balanced by deep indigo and midnight tones in the water and structural shadows.

When painting adjoining walls or woodwork, deep charcoal or warm off-black creates an intimate, enveloping atmosphere that extends the night-sky palette. For a softer, lighter contrast, warm off-white, muted clay, or subtle dusky greys pick up on the softer gradients in the upper sky and keep the overall room balanced and bright.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. Every design is printed on PVC-free paper that features a subtle surface structure, and our wall murals are designed to be straightforward to hang. We offer wallpaper solutions suited to different living situations, whether you own your home or live in rented accommodation.