Wallpaper - Seafood Shanty Red II

In our Seafood Shanty Red II wallpaper, designed by Anne Tavoletti, graphic retro geometry meets hand-painted watercolor character. The design builds on an interlocking grid of bold red lines framing sharp triangular forms in crisp white and shaded cobalt blue, outlined with fine ink-like contours. This playful structure gives the motif a distinct 1970s revival feel, where geometric order is softened by visible watercolor shading within the blue sections. Produced as made-to-measure murals on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface texture, our wallpapers are easy to hang and bring an energetic graphic focus to interior walls.

In the room

With its high-contrast palette and rhythmic geometric layout, this design carries substantial visual presence. In a teenage room, we see it working particularly well as an accent wall behind a study desk or bed, where the repeating red grid creates a structured, energetic backdrop without overwhelming the entire space. For a playroom, the bold triangular repeat brings a lively, artistic rhythm to the walls. In rooms with clean, uninterrupted wall runs, the full repeat has space to create a striking architectural cadence, while the watercolor textures inside the blue triangles soften the strong geometry when viewed up close.

Styling it

To balance the strong primary contrast of red, blue, and white, we would keep surrounding furniture clean and graphic. Modern painted furniture in muted white or deep charcoal works naturally against the wall without competing with the red grid. Mid-century and retro silhouettes in warm birch or light plywood complement the 1970s character of the motif, grounding the bold geometric forms with quiet, warm surfaces. Simple matte black light fixtures or hardware can echo the fine ink outlines in the design, creating a cohesive, tailored finish across the room.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is anchored by a vibrant poppy red grid, set against clean white cutouts and watercolor-textured blues, accented with fine black lines. When choosing paint for adjacent walls or trim, a soft off-white or light cool grey lets the red structure stand out crisply. Deep navy on adjacent joinery or doors can pull out the blue watercolor tones, while small decorative accents in royal blue or muted mustard tie into the retro aesthetic.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce made-to-measure wallpaper murals based on your specific wall dimensions, helping to reduce unnecessary excess material. Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper with a subtle physical structure that is straightforward to hang. We offer versatile mural wallpapers designed to fit different homes, tastes, and living arrangements.