Wallpaper - Stoke-on-Trent Skyline Purple & Gold

Designed by Michael Tompsett, our Stoke-on-Trent Skyline Purple & Gold wallpaper captures the distinctive architectural profile of the city in an expressive watercolour-like style. Rich shades of deep aubergine, plum, and earthy sienna-gold blend across the silhouetted landmarks, set against a clean, plain white background that gives the cityscape plenty of breathing space. Spatters and painterly bleeds along the base add movement and an artistic finish to the silhouette. Like all our mural wallpapers, this design is made-to-measure to your exact wall dimensions on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface texture.

In the room

Because the skyline sits across the lower-to-middle portion of the composition with generous open space above, this wallpaper works exceptionally well on wide, uninterrupted walls in a living room or home office. Placing it behind a low-backed sofa or a clean-lined desk allows the full horizontal rhythm of the Stoke-on-Trent cityscape to remain clearly visible without being obscured by high furniture. In rooms with ample natural light, the subtle bleed between the deep purple and warm golden-brown tones stands out with clarity, creating a striking focal point that anchors the entire room.

Styling it

We suggest balancing the expressive splatter technique and rich palette of this wall mural with understated, contemporary furnishings.

• Pair the wallpaper with warm wood furniture or matte black metal accents to echo the darker tones in the skyline silhouette.
• Keep surrounding upholstery and larger textiles in neutral shades such as soft cream or linen to let the artwork remain the central focus.
• Choose low-profile furniture pieces that sit below the main skyline landmarks, preserving the continuous horizontal composition.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper features a sophisticated palette of deep purple, plum, sienna brown, and warm ochre set against a crisp white backdrop. When selecting paint for adjacent walls and trim, warm off-white or soft ivory creates a seamless continuation of the light background. For a moodier, more cohesive setting, pulling out the deep aubergine or rich earthy bronze for surrounding woodwork, shelving, or accent cushions deepens the character of the space while tying directly back to the mural.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are custom made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. We produce our wall murals on durable, PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure that is straightforward and easy to hang.