Wallpaper - Deep in the Wave

Our Deep in the Wave wallpaper mural brings the dramatic sweeping striations of desert rock formations directly into your interior. Captured by photographer Charles A. Blakeslee, this photographic landscape design showcases undulating layers of terracotta, burnt orange, golden ochre, and warm desert stone carved by natural forces. The sweeping curves create a powerful sense of depth and panoramic movement across the surface, turning the entire wall into an architectural focal point. Made to measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, it offers a distinctive way to bring warm, earthy geological drama into modern spaces.

In the room

We see this wallpaper working exceptionally well in a living room on a wide, uninterrupted wall where the full horizontal sweep of the rock formations has room to unfold. Because the composition carries strong visual motion and deep perspective, placing it behind a low sofa or along a main focal wall allows the curved geological contours to frame the space naturally. It is equally suited to an open-plan lounge or a holiday home living area where you want to introduce an expansive, grounding presence without cluttering the room with small decorative patterns.

Styling it

Because our wall murals carry such bold architectural movement and rich earthy coloration, we suggest keeping the surrounding furniture relatively grounded and sculptural. Low-profile contemporary pieces in organic modern silhouettes work particularly well alongside the sweeping lines of the sandstone.

To complement the natural geological aesthetic, introduce tactile elements like woven bouclé upholstery, raw ceramic vessels, or brushed dark metal accents. We would keep nearby woodwork in muted, warm tones such as natural oak or smoked walnut, allowing the wallpaper to remain the primary visual statement in the room.

Colour combinations

The motif itself is defined by a spectrum of warm desert tones, ranging from deep burnt orange and terracotta to sunlit ochre, sand, and muted rust. When choosing paint for adjoining walls or woodwork, creamy warm neutrals, soft sandy beiges, or muted off-whites create a gentle, balanced transition. If you prefer higher contrast, a deep charcoal or warm espresso brown on surrounding trims or cabinetry creates a striking, modern frame for the mural.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, all our wallpapers are made to measure to fit your exact wall dimensions. Custom sizing helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard rolls, giving you a tailored solution for your home.

Our mural wallpapers are completely PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile options suited to homeowners and renters alike.