Wallpaper - Ottowa Canada Skyline Purple & Gold

Created by Michael Tompsett, this architectural design captures the Ottawa skyline through expressive watercolour-like splatters and painterly textures. Deep eggplant purple blends into warm golden and earthy tones along the silhouette of landmark buildings and spires, set against an open, clean background that gives the horizontal profile space to breathe. Our custom made-to-measure mural wallpapers are printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure, making them straightforward to hang in any room.

In the room

We see this skyline mural working particularly well in a living room or a dedicated home office. Because the architectural detail is concentrated horizontally along the lower and middle ground, it naturally anchors a room when placed behind a sofa, low sideboard, or desk without feeling crowded. The wide white space above the skyline helps maintain a light, airy feel across the entire wall, making it suitable for both compact studies and larger living spaces where you want an artistic focal point.

Styling it

To complement the rich contrast of purple and warm ochre tones, we would pair this design with clean contemporary furniture. Sleek dark wood or matte black metal accents provide a grounding presence that mirrors the deeper building silhouettes. Keeping surrounding decor relatively uncluttered allows the expressive paint drips and fine architectural outlines to stand out, while mid-century modern or contemporary eclectic furnishings bring out the creative character of the artwork.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper centres around deep eggplant purple, muted violet, warm ochre gold, and earthy amber hues against an off-white backdrop. For surrounding walls and trim, warm off-white or soft linen shades create a seamless continuation of the negative space. To lean into the drama of the motif, deep plum or rich charcoal can be introduced through accent cushions, rugs, or upholstery, while warm brass or muted gold decorative accents echo the amber tones within the skyline.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are produced made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper. Every design is printed on PVC-free material featuring a subtle physical surface structure, crafted to be simple and straightforward to hang whether you own your home or live in rented accommodation.