Wallpaper - Beetles and Butterflies I

Created by Danhui Nai, our Beetles and Butterflies I wallpaper brings an intricate entomological study into the home at striking scale. A single, beautifully detailed butterfly takes centre stage against a warm, parchment-toned beige background with subtle vintage patina. The symmetrical wings weave together a rich palette of soft duck-egg blues, warm chestnut browns, creamy whites, and lively accents of ochre, sage, and dusky lilac. Printed to order as a custom-sized mural wallpaper, this design is PVC-free and printed on paper with a subtle surface structure that lends warmth and depth to the artwork.

In the room

Because the motif is anchored by a single, large-scale butterfly with distinct symmetry, we love giving this mural wallpaper a wide, uninterrupted feature wall. In a living room or bedroom, positioning the butterfly centrally behind a low-backed sofa or headboard creates an immediate architectural focal point without cutting across the fine wing details. In a dedicated study, home office, or dressing room, the gentle parchment backdrop creates a composed and grounded atmosphere that works equally well across full room schemes or framed by alcoves.

Styling it

We recommend letting the botanical and vintage character of the design guide your interior choices. The painterly style pairs naturally with classic cottage or traditional interiors, especially when combined with warm wood tones like antique oak, walnut, or pine that echo the chestnut markings in the wings.

To keep the focal weight on the wallpaper, choose upholstered furniture in muted, woven fabrics like natural linen, brushed cotton, or soft wool. Restrained brass or antique bronze hardware in lighting or cabinetry complements the warm undertones of the background paper beautifully without competing with the intricate linework.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper features a sophisticated foundation of warm beige and cream, punctuated by earthy browns, muted blues, warm gold, and subtle touches of violet around the body.

For adjacent walls and woodwork, soft off-whites, creamy linen tones, or gentle biscuit shades create a harmonious and seamless transition. If you want to introduce more depth, pulling the muted duck-egg blue or soft sage from the wing edges into painted cabinetry, curtains, or accent chairs creates a layered, considered scheme. Deep walnut or espresso trims also provide a smart, grounding contrast against the lighter background.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your exact wall dimensions. This custom approach helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard fixed-size rolls.

Every design is PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds an authentic, tactile feel to the wall. Designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile options suited to homeowners as well as those living in rented spaces.