Wallpaper - Squares in Squares

Designed by Mary Urban, our Squares in Squares wallpaper brings a soft, cheerful rhythm to the wall through stepped geometric diamond motifs and a gentle pastel palette. Watercolour-like washes of baby pink, peach, mint, sage, and sky blue form layered nested shapes on an off-white textured-looking ground, creating a relaxed, folk-inspired pattern that feels light and balanced. Made-to-measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, it is easy to hang and works beautifully as a playful accent or a full-room backdrop.

In the room

The open repeat and soft colour transitions give this geometric pattern an approachable, lighthearted quality that works across different settings. We particularly like it in a nursery, toddler room, or children's playroom, where the stepped diamond shapes bring lively energy without overwhelming the room. In a family bedroom, dressing room, or powder room, the balanced spacing keeps the motif feeling neat and fresh rather than busy.

Because the forms are medium in scale with clear breathing room around each motif, our mural wallpapers can easily wrap around all four walls or define a single focal area, such as behind a cot, bed frame, or low storage unit. In rooms with generous daylight, the subtle tonal variations inside the painted watercolour strokes come forward, adding gentle movement to the wall surface.

Styling it

To complement the light, artisanal feel of the watercolour geometry, we suggest keeping surrounding furnishings simple and grounded. Natural materials with soft finishes harmonise effortlessly with the pastel tones.

Pair the wallpaper with light-toned timber, such as bleached birch or pale pine, to maintain an airy aesthetic. In bedrooms or play spaces, woven natural baskets and plain off-white cotton or wool textiles provide quiet contrast against the geometric repetition. Soft painted furniture in muted chalky tones will anchor the space while letting the wall mural set a warm, welcoming tone.

Colour combinations

Our design features a balanced mix of soft pastel tones: baby pink, peach, seafoam green, soft sage, and muted turquoise on a warm off-white ground.

When choosing paint colours for adjoining walls, woodwork, or built-in cabinetry, consider pulling directly from these gentle hues:

• Crisp warm whites or soft cream on the trim create a clean, seamless border that keeps the room bright.
• A pale sage green or muted mint on adjacent walls extends the botanical freshness of the cooler diamonds.
• Soft blush pink or gentle peach on painted furniture adds a cosy, cohesive accent without clashing.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess material during decorating. Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that feels refined on the wall. Designed to be straightforward and simple to hang, our wall murals offer an effortless way to transform your home with confidence.