Wallpaper - Pittsburg Pennsylvania Skyline Purple & Gold

Designed by Michael Tompsett, this architectural wallpaper showcases the Pittsburgh skyline rendered in expressive watercolour-style splatters and drips. The composition balances recognisable urban landmarks and arched bridges with fluid, dynamic washes of rich purple and warm gold against a clean white backdrop. We particularly like how the silhouette transitions from detailed architectural profiles along the top edge into looser ink-like splashes below. Printed to your exact dimensions on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure, our wall murals are made-to-measure to fit your room.

In the room

Because the skyline motif runs horizontally across the lower and middle portions of the mural with an open white background above, we see this working especially well on a wide, uninterrupted feature wall. In a living room or study, placing this design behind a low sofa or a streamlined desk allows the full architectural profile and expressive paint drips to remain visible without feeling interrupted. It also adapts naturally to a home office, bedroom, or teenage room where you want a distinct graphic statement that retains a light, spacious feel overhead.

Styling it

To let the expressive silhouette take centre stage, we would keep the surrounding furniture relatively understated and clean-lined. Modern or industrial-inspired pieces in matte black or dark charcoal echo the deeper tones in the skyline, while warmer wood furniture brings out the amber and golden ochre shades. Keeping larger furnishings lower to the floor ensures the skyline silhouette and the dripped watercolour details remain fully appreciated.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper features a distinctive palette of deep purple, violet, warm gold, and ochre, set against a crisp white background. When planning the rest of the room, you could pull out the rich plum or purple tones in accent cushions or throws to tie the space together. On adjacent walls, soft warm whites, pale greys, or muted stone tones allow the gold and purple skyline to stand out with clarity.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers and mural wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your specific wall dimensions, helping to reduce unnecessary excess compared to standard rolls. Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that is straightforward to hang.