Wallpaper - By the Shore III

Our By the Shore III wallpaper, designed by Veronique Charron, features an elegant heron set against a deep navy blue background with subtle reed silhouettes. Delicate gold outlines and soft painterly shading bring out the curves of the bird's neck and plumage, giving the composition a graphic yet graceful presence. The rich contrast between the dark backdrop and the pale plumage makes this mural wallpaper an expressive focal point that sits comfortably in both classic and contemporary interiors. Like all our wall murals, it is made-to-measure and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because of the heron's tall, sculptural posture and large scale, we like placing this design on a main feature wall where the motif has space to breathe. In a living room or dining room, positioning the bird on an open wall behind a dining table or low sideboard keeps the main lines of the illustration clearly visible.

In a bedroom, the deep navy ground creates an enveloping, quiet atmosphere when hung behind a headboard. The design also translates beautifully into smaller spaces such as an entryway, study, or dressing room, where the bold subject matter and dark background give the room a tailored, intimate character.

Styling it

The clean graphic lines and gold accents pair naturally with Art Deco influences and retro-inspired interiors, as well as timeless coastal schemes. We suggest keeping surrounding furniture relatively simple so the illustration remains the centre of attention.

To complement the design's palette, consider pairing it with warm brass or brushed gold lighting and hardware that echo the gilded linework on the feathers. Darker stained timber or rich walnut furniture anchors the deep navy tones, while pale natural upholstery or soft off-white cushions provide a balanced contrast against the darker backdrop.

Colour combinations

The motif centres on a deep navy blue field, complemented by soft grey, off-white, and warm gold linework throughout the plumage.

When selecting paint shades for adjacent walls, trim, or skirting, warm off-white or soft stone colours echo the pale tones of the heron's neck and keep the room bright. For a richer, more enveloping feel, taking a matching dark navy across adjacent woodwork or painted walls creates a cohesive, dramatic look. Muted warm neutrals and subtle ochre accents also work well to pick up the warm gold details in the feathers.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. This custom approach helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard fixed rolls.

Our wallpapers are PVC-free and produced on a paper with a subtle physical surface structure. They are designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, making it simple to transform your home with confidence.