Wallpaper - Ithaca New York Skyline Purple & Gold

Designed by Michael Tompsett, this Ithaca skyline wallpaper captures the architectural profile of the New York city in an expressive watercolour-like style. Rich purple and warm ochre-gold tones blend across the silhouette, anchored by artistic paint splatters and droplets along the lower edge, set against a clean white background. The horizontal panoramic composition balances recognisable university and city landmarks with fluid, painterly textures. Like all our wall murals, this design is made-to-measure to fit your dimensions and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because the skyline sits horizontally across the lower and middle ground of the image, we see this working well on a wide, uninterrupted accent wall in a living room, study, or home office. Placing the mural wallpaper behind a sofa, a low desk, or a bed headboard allows the upper white space to breathe while keeping the architectural silhouette clearly visible. In a dining room or teenage room, the graphic cityscape brings a personal connection and visual rhythm without overwhelming the room, thanks to the open space surrounding the motif.

Styling it

To complement the dynamic watercolour character, we would pair this wallpaper with contemporary furniture that features clean, simple profiles. Warm wood pieces in walnut or light oak echo the golden ochre hues in the skyline, while matte black metal or dark violet accents can ground the artwork. Keeping surrounding rugs and curtains neutral and subtly textured allows the rich purple and gold focal point on the wall to remain the centre of attention.

Colour combinations

The artwork features deep plum purple, violet, warm gold, and earthy ochre tones against a crisp white background. In the surrounding space, we recommend pairing the mural with soft off-white, light cream, or pale grey on adjacent walls to maintain an airy atmosphere. For accent pieces and soft furnishings, deeper berry shades, warm mustard, or muted charcoal draw out the nuances of the skyline palette.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to the specific dimensions you provide. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard fixed rolls. We offer wallpaper options suited to different homes, needs, and living situations, whether you own your property or live in rented accommodation. All of our wall murals are PVC-free, straightforward to hang, and printed on paper with a subtle physical structure.