Wallpaper - Empire Skyline

Designed by Avery Tillmon, our Empire Skyline wallpaper brings an artistic perspective to the classic New York cityscape. The panoramic composition features an illustrated architectural skyline, anchored by landmark Art Deco towers rendered in detailed ink-style lines and warm grey tones. Layered behind the buildings, a textured, collage-style background in soft sand, warm yellow, and neutral cream incorporates subtle distressed newspaper text, adding depth and a nostalgic atmosphere to the scene. Made-to-measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this mural wallpaper creates a distinctive, cultured focal point.

In the room

Because the skyline stretches across a wide panoramic layout, we think this design works best on an expansive, uninterrupted wall where the full city silhouette has space to unfold. In a living room, it sits naturally behind a low-profile sofa, allowing the soaring spire of the central skyscraper and the detailed rooflines to remain fully visible above the furniture line. It is equally compelling in a study or home office, where the architectural linework and vintage print character bring a contemplative, sophisticated mood to the workspace.

Styling it

To let the illustrative details of the skyline take centre stage, we suggest pairing this design with furniture that has clean, architectural lines and modest visual weight. Mid-century modern or transitional silhouettes in dark walnut or black-stained wood echo the graphic ink strokes of the buildings, while preventing the room from feeling overly busy. Upholstery in warm neutral woven fabrics complements the layered background tones, allowing the mural wallpaper to define the character of the space without feeling heavy.

Colour combinations

Our wallpaper centres on a harmonious palette of warm sand, pale ochre, cream, and graphite grey. For adjoining walls and woodwork, soft off-whites, warm stone, or subtle greige create a seamless, cohesive transition. If you want to introduce more contrast, charcoal or deep iron accents on frames, shelving, or accent seating draw out the darker architectural outlines of the towers.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess material. We produce our wall murals on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure, designed to be straightforward and easy to hang. Whether you are decorating your own home or personalising a rental space, we offer wallpaper options suited to different interiors and living situations.