Wallpaper - Lily Pond Koi

In our Lily Pond Koi wallpaper, a graceful white and pink koi fish glides across deep, dark waters, framed by broad green lily pads with delicate veining. The motif balances fine crayon and paint drawing details with a rich, dark chocolate background, giving the underwater scene a tranquil, contemplative character. What we particularly like is how the soft pinks and crisp scale outlines stand out against the deeper botanical tones without overwhelming the space. Printed as custom made-to-measure mural wallpapers on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface texture, this design brings a quiet, artful presence to the home.

In the room

Because of the deep backdrop and the fluid movement of the koi, we see this working exceptionally well as a feature wall in a bedroom or a quiet home office. Placing the design behind a low headboard or along the main sightline of a study allows the sweeping curve of the fish and the spread of the lily pads to be seen in full. The darker base creates an intimate, enveloping atmosphere that feels grounded and restful.

In a powder room or bathroom, our wall murals can turn a compact space into an atmospheric jewel box. The scale of the lily leaves and the striking contrast of the fish provide plenty of visual interest, even on walls partly broken up by mirrors or doorways. In a larger living room, we would give the design a broader, relatively uninterrupted wall so the underwater composition has room to breathe.

Styling it

To complement the Asian Zen influence and hand-drawn quality of the motif, we would pair this wallpaper with low-profile furniture and natural, tactile finishes.

• Choose warm, natural wood tones such as walnut, teak, or muted ash to harmonise with the dark chocolate undertones of the water without competing with the illustration.
• Keep surrounding upholstery and bed linens simple, leaning into soft neutral textiles like washed linen or muted ecru to let the detailed pattern remain the focal point.
• Introduce subtle accents in glazed dark ceramic or warm brushed brass, which echo the organic feel of the pond and catch soft evening lighting.

Colour combinations

The design is built on a rich dark chocolate brown base, layered with muted forest and olive greens in the lily pads, accented by soft blush pink and crisp white across the koi.

When choosing paint for adjacent walls or woodwork, we suggest taking inspiration from the lighter tones within the motif. A soft, warm off-white or light stone on neighbouring walls keeps the room feeling balanced and open against the dark backdrop. Alternatively, pairing the wallpaper with a deep olive or muted forest green on the surrounding trim creates a cohesive, wrap-around effect that deepens the tranquil mood.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Custom manufacturing helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with standard fixed-size rolls. Our wallpapers are PVC-free, easy to hang, and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds depth to every design.