Wallpaper - Surf Bus no.1

Our Surf Bus no.1 wallpaper, created by designer Carrie Cantwell, captures the sun-drenched freedom of coastal surf culture with a nostalgic 1970s feel. The illustration centres on a classic vintage camper van painted in warm brick red, sunny gold, and ocean blues, carrying a surfboard on its roof beneath a bright corner sun and soaring birds. A soft watercolour-inspired wash gives the bold graphic lines a relaxed, artistic touch against a clean, open backdrop. Made-to-measure to your exact wall dimensions on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design brings an easy-going warmth to any feature wall.

In the room

We see this wallpaper working especially well in a child's bedroom, toddler room, teenage space, or dedicated playroom. Because the motif is arranged around a central vehicle illustration with plenty of airy space around it, it functions wonderfully as a feature wall behind a low bed frame, a daybed, or an open play area. In a holiday home or a relaxed family living space, giving the design a clear, relatively uninterrupted wall lets the complete scene unfold without feeling crowded by everyday furniture.

Styling it

The 1970s surf aesthetic naturally welcomes simple, relaxed interior elements. We would keep the surrounding furniture lightweight and unpretentious, pairing the wallpaper with warm timber bed frames, low storage benches, or rattan and woven wicker seating that echo the coastal boho mood. Keeping nearby shelving and wall decor quiet allows the illustrated van and sun motif to remain the clear focal point of the room.

Colour combinations

The illustration is grounded in warm brick red, sunny yellow, and deep coastal blues against a crisp, neutral background. To create a balanced palette, we suggest echoing the warm red or ochre tones in smaller elements like cushions, throws, or a painted desk chair. For surrounding painted walls and woodwork, soft off-white or light sandy beige tones keep the room bright and let the colourful artwork stand out naturally.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers and mural wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your supplied wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess compared with standard pre-printed rolls. Every wall mural is printed on durable, PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure, designed to be straightforward and easy to hang in any home.