Wallpaper - Big Ben Calling

Our Big Ben Calling wallpaper captures a classic London moment, pairing an iconic red telephone booth in the foreground with the historic clock tower rising behind it. Photographed by Jan Becke, the composition balances the vibrant cherry red of the booth against the warm, earthy stone of the surrounding architecture and a clear blue sky. Streetlamps, trees, and intricate stonework frame the scene, giving it a nostalgic and refined character. Made-to-measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design brings an evocative architectural perspective into the home.

In the room

Because the telephone booth creates a distinct vertical focal point in the lower half while the clock tower rises high above, we see this working particularly well on an uninterrupted wall where the full height and vertical perspective can unfold naturally. In a living room, placing this mural on the main accent wall behind a sofa or across from the primary seating area gives the room an engaging focal point. For a home office or dedicated study, positioning the wallpaper across the wall facing or adjacent to your desk introduces a sense of architectural depth and classic travel heritage to your working environment.

Styling it

To let the architectural photography remain the centerpiece of the room, we suggest keeping the surrounding furniture clean-lined and understated. Deep leather seating, tailored upholstered pieces, or warm wood finishes like walnut or dark-stained ash echo the historic, heritage feel of the motif without competing with its details. Restrained metal accents in antique brass or matte black tie in naturally with the vintage streetlights and architectural ironwork visible in the scene.

Color combinations

The design features a rich cherry red, earthy architectural stone tones, and a bright sky blue. To build a cohesive palette around it, we recommend drawing on soft warm neutrals, muted stone grays, or warm off-whites on adjacent walls and trim. If you prefer deeper contrast, deep charcoal or muted navy on accent cabinetry or surrounding woodwork can handsomely frame the vivid red focal point.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. We produce our wall murals on PVC-free paper that features a subtle physical structure, providing a refined feel on your wall. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers offer an easy way to transform your living spaces.