Wallpaper - Basel Switzerland Skyline Purple & Gold

Created by artist Michael Tompsett, this architectural design captures the skyline of Basel, Switzerland, in an expressive watercolor-inspired style. Rich tones of dark mulberry purple blend with warm gold and ochre across the silhouettes of historic spires, modern landmarks, and bridges, anchored by spontaneous paint splatters and textured drips below. The crisp white background above gives the urban profile clear definition and breathing room across the wall. Made to measure for your dimensions, our wallpaper is PVC-free and printed on paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because the skyline runs horizontally across the lower and middle composition with an open white sky above, we see this working particularly well on a main wall in a living room or a dedicated home office. In a living room, placing the design behind a low-profile sofa lets the architectural details and spires remain fully visible while keeping the upper wall feeling light and airy. In a home office or study, the thoughtful balance between historical architecture and fluid watercolor textures brings an artistic, creative focus to the workspace without visually overwhelming the room.

Styling it

To let the expressive silhouette stand out, we would keep the surrounding furniture relatively grounded with clean, contemporary lines. Darker wood tones or deep espresso finishes pick up the rich mulberry base of the skyline, while matte brass accents or warm lighting fixtures echo the golden ochre highlights in the watercolor wash. Keeping larger upholstery in neutral creams or quiet charcoals allows the vibrant skyline to serve as the visual centerpiece of the space.

Color combinations

The design is built on a striking contrast of deep mulberry purple, warm gold, and earthy ochre against an off-white background. For adjoining painted walls, soft off-white or light warm grey keeps the room open and cohesive. If you want a moodier, more enveloping space, bringing a deep plum or dark eggplant tone onto trim, doors, or adjacent walls creates an elegant continuation of the wallpaper's darkest pigments.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made to measure according to your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. Our wallpapers are PVC-free and produced on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that is straightforward to hang in any home.