Wallpaper - Laying Out White

Designed by Mary Urban, our Laying Out White wallpaper brings together a classic trellis structure with the organic character of watercolour brushwork. The repeating geometric pattern features crisp diamond squares and intersecting diagonal bars rendered in rich navy blue against a clean white backdrop. The soft tonal variation in each blue stroke softens the formal geometric grid, giving the pattern an artistic, hand-painted appearance rather than a rigid architectural feel. Made to measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface texture, this design offers a fresh balance of structure and movement for modern and heritage-inspired spaces alike.

In the room

We find this geometric motif works especially well in transitional spaces and working areas of the home, such as a hallway, staircase, home office, or quiet study. In a compact entryway or narrow hallway, the diagonal trellis lines create visual rhythm that leads the eye naturally through the space, making the layout feel lively and open. The crisp contrast between deep navy and bright white allows the pattern to stand out cleanly on a feature wall behind a study desk or shelving unit. Because the repeating pattern is open and balanced, it also wraps comfortably around multiple walls without overwhelming a room.

Styling it

To complement the graphic navy and white lines, we recommend pairing this wallpaper with tailored furniture and balanced natural finishes:

• Pair the wallpaper with painted timber furniture in off-white, deep navy, or rich charcoal to echo the crisp architectural geometry of the trellis.
• Introduce natural timber accents, such as a warm oak desk or a simple beech side table, to bring grounding warmth alongside the cool blue tones.
• Choose understated matte black or polished nickel fittings for lighting and hardware to keep the overall look clean, refined, and uncluttered.

Colour combinations

Our wallpaper centres on deep navy blue set against a bright, neutral white ground. When choosing surrounding paints and larger furnishings, you can lean into a classic high-contrast scheme by pairing it with fresh white woodwork and deep blue cabinetry. For a gentler transition across adjacent walls, soft light greys or muted parchment tones provide a calm, tailored backdrop that allows the blue geometric motif to take centre stage.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made to measure based on the dimensions of your wall. This bespoke approach helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with purchasing fixed-size standard rolls. All our wallpapers are PVC-free and produced on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that is designed to be straightforward to hang. We offer wallpaper solutions suited to different homes, needs, and living situations, whether you own your property or are decorating a rental home.