Wallpaper - Chicago Skyline VII

Captured by photographer Nathan Larson, our Chicago Skyline VII wallpaper presents a compelling architectural study in warm sepia and deep charcoal tones. The composition focuses on the striking contrast of historic and modern city towers, led by the ornate Art Deco crown of a classic 1930s skyscraper rising alongside crisp, contemporary facades. Below, deep diagonal shadows fall across textured brickwork while illuminated lettering on the Morton building anchors the darker foreground. Printed as made-to-measure mural wallpapers on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design brings dramatic scale and rich urban depth to your interior.

In the room

Because of its strong vertical perspective and deep tonal contrasts, we see this design working particularly well on a main feature wall in a dedicated home office or study. In a room with higher ceilings, the upward thrust of the skyscrapers gives the entire space a sense of height and architectural structure. For a compact study or reading room, placing the design on an uninterrupted wall behind a desk or seating area allows the fine geometric window grids and shadow details to be appreciated up close without visual clutter.

Styling it

We recommend pairing this architectural mural with understated, structured furnishings that mirror its clean lines. Mid-century modern or contemporary furniture pieces in warm walnut, dark stained ash, or matte black metal sit comfortably against the dark foreground buildings.

To keep the focus on the photography, choose upholstery in solid textures such as heavy woven charcoal wool or tailored leather rather than competing patterns. Under soft, warm lighting in the evening, the sepia tones in the sky and brickwork take on an inviting depth that softens the bold geometry of the cityscape.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper itself is defined by a palette of sepia-tinted mid-tones, deep charcoal greys, and muted off-white highlights along the building edges. To create a cohesive look around the mural, we suggest pulling out these warm, desaturated notes for adjoining walls and woodwork.

Darker charcoal or slate paints work exceptionally well on neighbouring walls or built-in shelving if you prefer an enveloping, intimate atmosphere. Alternatively, pairing the mural with soft warm white, putty, or biscuit tones on surrounding surfaces keeps the room bright while naturally framing the rich contrasts within the print.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are produced made-to-measure to fit your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper during installation. We produce our wall murals on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds a refined finish to every design. Designed to be straightforward and simple to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile options suited to different decorating needs and living situations.