Wallpaper - Urban Abstract

Our Urban Abstract wallpaper by Chris Paschke brings a bold, contemporary composition to the wall through a striking balance of texture and form. The design pairs a textured gold-toned rectangular block with a broad, sweeping horizontal stroke in deep brown and dark chocolate tones, creating a strong sense of movement across a calm, pale background. The visual contrast between the painterly brushwork and the geometric element gives the piece an artistic, refined character with an organic modern feel. Like all Wallism wallpapers, this mural wallpaper is made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions and is printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

We see this design working particularly well on a main feature wall in a living room, dining area, or a dedicated home office. Because the motif relies on a broad horizontal sweep and generous negative space, it thrives on an uninterrupted wall where the full breadth of the composition can unfold without being cut off by high cabinetry or heavy architectural breaks. In a living room, placing it behind a low-profile sofa gives the room an anchored, gallery-like focal point while keeping the atmosphere calm and uncluttered. In a study or home office, the balanced earthy palette creates a grounded, focused setting that feels modern without being visually overwhelming.

Styling it

The clean geometry and painterly character of this design suit contemporary, organic modern, and minimalist interiors. To keep the focus on the wall art, we suggest pairing the wallpaper with furniture that has simple silhouettes and grounded materials:

• Choose low-slung seating and tables in natural dark timber, blackened metal, or muted upholstery to mirror the deep brown brushstroke.
• Introduce understated warm accents, such as brushed brass lighting or bronze hardware, that quietly pick up on the gold elements in the motif.
• Keep surrounding textiles simple and tactile, opting for plain weaves in oatmeal, flax, or charcoal rather than competing patterns.

Colour combinations

The palette in our wallpaper centres on rich dark chocolate and earthy brown set against warm gold tones and a quiet, off-white background. When painting adjacent walls and woodwork, we recommend staying within a tonal, cohesive spectrum. Soft warm stone, muted beige, or warm chalky whites work beautifully to let the central composition lead the space. If you want a moodier, more enveloping feel, bringing in deep espresso or charcoal tones on adjoining trim, built-in shelving, or doors will frame the mural and emphasise its architectural depth.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to buying standard rolls with fixed dimensions. All our wall murals are PVC-free and printed on wallpaper paper featuring a subtle, light surface structure. Designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, our mural wallpapers offer flexible options tailored to homeowners and renters alike.