Wallpaper - Big Ben Tower and Thames River

Captured by Tono Balaguer, our Big Ben Tower and Thames River wallpaper mural presents an iconic view of London architecture bathed in crisp daylight. The composition highlights the intricate stonework of the Palace of Westminster and the Elizabeth Tower rising above Westminster Bridge, with clear reflections softly rippling across the River Thames below. Warm sandstone, tan, and honey-gold tones across the historic facade contrast against the vivid blue sky and water, creating a balanced and timeless architectural scene. Like all our wall murals, this design is made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure, making it straightforward to hang in any room.

In the room

Because of the strong architectural perspective and the vertical height of the clock tower, we see this working particularly well on a wider, uninterrupted feature wall. In a living room, placing this mural wallpaper behind a low sofa allows the full scale of the river and gothic stonework to stay visible without interruption. It also brings an inspiring, focused backdrop to a study or home library, where the structured lines of the buildings lend a sense of permanence and classic character. For rooms with higher ceilings, the tall vertical line of Big Ben naturally draws the eye upward, giving the space an expansive, airy feel.

Styling it

We recommend pairing this architectural motif with furniture that respects its detailed lines:

• Ground the room with warm, mid-toned wood furniture, such as walnut or deep oak, which naturally echoes the golden masonry of the palace facade.
• Choose understated upholstered seating in deep navy, charcoal, or neutral linen to balance the detailed stonework without competing for visual attention.
• Keep wall decor on adjacent walls minimal, allowing the panoramic river view to remain the primary visual focal point of the interior.

Colour combinations

The palette within our design centres around rich honey-gold, tan, and warm sandstone balanced by clear sky blue and deeper river reflections. On surrounding walls, we suggest leaning into soft cream, pale parchment, or warm stone paint shades to create a harmonious transition. If you prefer a richer, more defined scheme, deep midnight blue or dark slate accents on joinery and woodwork draw out the cooler tones of the water and sky.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, all our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your exact wall dimensions. This custom production approach helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with standard fixed-size rolls. Our murals are completely PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that enhances the depth of the motif. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile options suited to homeowners and renters alike.