Wallpaper - Lyon France Skyline Purlpe & Gold

Created by Michael Tompsett, this design renders the architectural profile of Lyon in an expressive, watercolour-inspired silhouette. The city’s landmarks, spires, and modern towers emerge from fluid washes and paint splatters set against a crisp white background, bringing a rich palette of deep mulberry purple, warm ochre, and golden tones to the wall. The balance between detailed architectural outlines and soft, bled colour gives the skyline an artistic, modern character that feels lively yet grounded. Made to measure for your exact wall dimensions, our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper with a subtle surface structure that hangs easily.

In the room

We see this wallpaper working especially well as a focal point in a living room or a dedicated home office. Because the skyline spans horizontally across the lower and middle sections with generous white space above, it creates an open, uncluttered atmosphere while anchoring the room. In a living area, placing the mural along an uninterrupted wall behind a sofa allows the full panoramic silhouette of Lyon to unfold naturally across the space.

In a study or home workspace, positioning the design behind a desk creates a cultured, contemporary backdrop. The contrast between the deep purple-mulberry tones and luminous golden hues gives the room an engaging visual rhythm without overwhelming smaller spaces.

Styling it

When styling around this mural wallpaper, we suggest pairing it with clean, contemporary furniture shapes that let the expressive skyline take centre stage. Low-profile seating and open shelving work particularly well, ensuring the horizontal line of the city's landmarks remains visible across the room.

To complement the rich earthy and purple tones in the artwork, consider introducing warm wood finishes such as walnut or mid-toned oak in desks, coffee tables, or credenzas. Accents in warm brass or brushed gold can echo the golden watercolor washes, while simple, solid-toned upholstery keeps the overall look refined and balanced.

Colour combinations

The design itself centers around deep mulberry purple, warm ochre, and golden amber, contrasted against an open white background. When decorating the surrounding space, you can either lean into these rich tones or keep the perimeter quiet.

For adjacent walls and woodwork, warm off-whites, soft creams, or very pale taupes harmonize naturally with the background without creating harsh contrast. If you prefer a bolder, more enveloping palette, pulling a deep plum, aubergine, or warm golden tan into cushions, throws, or painted accent alcoves ties the whole scheme together beautifully.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made to measure based on your specific wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard rolls, giving you a tailored solution for your interior.

Our wall murals are completely PVC-free and printed on quality paper featuring a subtle physical structure. Designed to be straightforward to hang, we offer wallpaper options suited to different homes, needs, and living situations.