Wallpaper - Shanghai China Skyline Purple & Gold

Designed by Michael Tompsett, our Shanghai China Skyline Purple & Gold wallpaper captures the iconic architectural silhouette of Shanghai in an expressive, watercolour-style composition. The artwork contrasts deep mulberry purple and warm, earthy gold tones against a clean, plain white background, blending sharp architectural outlines with organic splashes and paint drips. As with all our wall murals, it is made-to-measure to your exact wall dimensions and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface texture.

In the room

Because this design functions as a horizontal panoramic cityscape with an open white sky above, we see it working particularly well on a wide, uninterrupted feature wall. In a living room, placing the mural behind a low-backed sofa lets the recognisable skyline details and dramatic paint splatters remain clearly in view. The design also suits a contemporary home office or study, where the architectural motif brings an artistic, worldly focus without overwhelming the entire space. Because the upper half of the composition remains crisp and open, it keeps rooms feeling spacious even while delivering rich, saturated colour along the horizon line.

Styling it

To let the dynamic watercolour character lead the room, we would pair this wallpaper with streamlined, contemporary furniture that has clean lines. Low-profile seating and low credenzas prevent visual clutter across the detailed skyline base. When introducing accessories, brass or warm metallic accents echo the golden ochre washes in the print, while matte black finishes ground the darker mulberry tones.

Colour combinations

The motif centres on deep mulberry purple paired with warm golden ochre and earthy amber tones, offset by crisp white. For surrounding walls and woodwork, a clean neutral white will mirror the open upper portion of the design and create a seamless transition around the room. If you prefer a richer atmosphere, picking up the dark mulberry tone on adjacent walls or incorporating warm amber and ochre textiles creates an enveloping, cohesive palette.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your supplied wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper. Our wall murals are completely PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. Designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, our mural wallpapers offer versatile decorating options suited to homeowners and renters alike.