Wallpaper - Laying Out White

Designed by Mary Urban, our Laying Out White wallpaper brings an architectural rhythm to interior walls through an open, interlocking trellis composition. Painted-looking strokes in deep navy blue form tilted square frames connected by bold crossbars against a clean white backdrop. What we particularly appreciate about this design is the balance between structured geometric precision and the softened, watercolor-like character of the blue linework, which keeps the repeat feeling light, artistic, and relaxed. Produced made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design offers a crisp graphic presence that enlivens transitional and classic spaces alike.

In the room

The open scale and clear diagonal movement of the trellis pattern make this wallpaper versatile across different room layouts. In a home office or private study, we love seeing this design wrapped across all four walls to create an organized, tailored environment that feels focused without being visually heavy. Because the white ground maintains plenty of breathing room between the navy bars, the pattern works effortlessly on smaller wall sections interrupted by shelving, desks, or built-in cabinetry.

In a hallway, entryway, or along a staircase, the diagonal geometry creates natural momentum, following architectural lines and adding visual interest as you move through the home. The medium-scale repeat provides enough graphic clarity to define a wall from across a room, while the painted brush variations reward closer viewing.

Styling it

The crisp navy-and-white palette naturally lends itself to classic, coastal, and heritage-inspired interiors. When furnishing around this wallpaper, we suggest balancing the angular geometry with softer contours and rich natural surfaces.

Warm wood finishes, such as honey-toned oak, walnut, or antique mahogany, bring depth and warmth against the cool navy lines. Tailored upholstered furniture in neutral woven textures, crisp white linens, or rich navy accents helps ground the room and echoes the palette of the wall. For lighting and hardware, warm brass, polished nickel, or dark bronze fixtures contrast cleanly with the geometric grid without competing with the rhythm of the design.

Color combinations

The visual impact of this design rests on the timeless contrast between crisp white and deep navy blue. Because the navy features subtle watercolor-like shifts from royal blue to midnight, it pairs easily with a variety of surrounding paint shades and finishes.

For adjacent walls, trim, and baseboards, a clean warm white creates an airy, seamless backdrop that lets the blue lattice take center stage. If you prefer a richer, more enveloping feel in a study or entryway, painting moldings, doors, or cabinetry in a matching deep navy or rich slate blue frames the wallpaper with tailored sophistication. Soft neutral accents in flax, stone, or warm sand also work beautifully to soften the contrast and tie the room together.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Customizing the print to your space helps reduce unnecessary excess material during installation compared with standard rolls.

Our wallpapers are completely PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wall murals and mural wallpapers offer a reliable way to transform private homes and rental spaces alike.