Wallpaper - Tulip Stairs

Our Tulip Stairs wallpaper captures the striking geometry of an iconic spiral staircase photographed from below. Created by Steve Heap, the architectural composition draws the eye upwards through curving beige steps and intricate blue and white balustrades toward a sunlit radial skylight. The interplay of concentric curves, fine wrought-iron details, and soft neutral eggshell tones gives the photograph a refined, contemplative character with impressive visual depth. Like all Wallism wallpapers, this design is made-to-measure to your exact wall dimensions and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because the upward perspective creates a powerful sense of height and vertical movement, we see this wall mural working particularly well in an entryway, staircase, or hallway where architectural form takes centre stage. On an uninterrupted feature wall in a living room, study, or bedroom, the central radial skylight becomes an immediate focal point that adds dimension to the space without cluttering it. We suggest giving this design a clear wall with minimal visual competition from overly tall furniture, allowing the full spiral geometry and intricate railings to remain visible.

Styling it

The architectural precision and heritage character of this photograph pair naturally with modern, contemporary, or classic interior styles. To balance the intricate geometric lines of the balustrade, we recommend keeping surrounding furniture relatively clean-lined and understated.

• Choose low-profile seating or minimalist consoles to keep the central spiral perspective completely unobstructed.
• Introduce dark metal accents or wrought iron elements that echo the fine detailing of the staircase railings.
• Pair with smooth architectural surfaces, such as polished stone or simple painted woodwork, to complement the visual clarity of the photograph.

Colour combinations

The design centres on a calming palette of eggshell white, soft beige, and warm neutral stone tones, punctuated by the refined blue of the decorative ironwork. To create a cohesive scheme, we would echo the pale eggshell and off-white tones across adjacent walls and architectural trim. For a richer contrast, deep navy or slate blue accents in soft furnishings or painted joinery will subtly pick up the blue in the railings, while warm stone and soft sand shades maintain a light, balanced atmosphere.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your supplied wall dimensions, helping to reduce unnecessary excess paper. We produce all our designs on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure that sits beautifully on the wall. Straightforward and simple to hang, our wall murals and mural wallpapers are designed to suit different homes and decorating projects.