Wallpaper - New York Skyline II

Created by Avery Tillmon, our New York Skyline II wallpaper captures the energy and architectural silhouette of Manhattan through expressive graphite-style drawing. The composition layers finely sketched skyscrapers, shaded high-rises, and faint typographic background details behind a prominent suspension bridge highlighted in warm golden ochre tones. This balance of charcoal grey, softer pencil shades, and subtle ochre accents gives the design an artistic, urban character that anchors a room without overwhelming it. Like all our wallpapers, this mural is made-to-measure according to your wall dimensions on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

We see this design working particularly well on a wide, uninterrupted wall where the full horizontal span of the bridge and skyline can unfold naturally. In a living room, placing the mural behind a low-profile sofa allows the tall vertical lines of the skyscrapers to draw the eye upward, accentuating ceiling height. It also makes an engaging backdrop for a dedicated home office or study, creating an inspiring urban atmosphere behind a desk. Because the upper section of the design is lighter and more open, the wallpaper brings visual interest without feeling heavy or enclosing the space.

Styling it

The combination of graphic graphite line work and architectural structure pairs naturally with contemporary and transitional interiors. We suggest pairing this wallpaper with furniture that features clean, tailored lines and subtle industrial or modern touches.

• Keep large seating and storage pieces relatively simple in form so the architectural drawing remains the focal point of the room.
• Warm up the cooler charcoal and grey tones with dark wood finishes, such as walnut or stained oak, or incorporate muted brass and bronze hardware that echoes the bridge's golden ochre detail.
• Layer in understated woven upholstery or wool rugs in neutral tones to balance the crisp graphic lines of the city skyline.

Colour combinations

The design itself is built on a neutral foundation of charcoal grey, soft pencil greys, off-white, and warm golden ochre highlights. When planning adjacent walls and trim, we recommend subtle off-whites, cool greys, or muted stone shades that allow the contrast within the mural to stand out. For deeper contrast, dark charcoal or soft black on painted woodwork creates a striking frame around the wallpaper. Rich camel, mustard, or caramel tones in accent cushions, leather chairs, or decorative elements tie directly into the warm ochre tones of the bridge.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce made-to-measure wall murals and mural wallpapers tailored to your specific wall dimensions. Printing to your supplied measurements helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper during your decorating project.

Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper with a subtle physical structure that adds depth to the printed artwork. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers make it simple to bring custom character into your home.