Wallpaper - Retro Subway 1

Designed by Melissa Averinos, our Retro Subway 1 wallpaper brings a clean, graphic energy to the wall with its bold subway-inspired number inside a deep navy circle. The stark white digit stands out crisply against the dark circular emblem, which features a subtle weathered visual texture, all set over an off-white background patterned with delicate light blue dotted grids. The combination of strong geometry and soft, retro-style patterning gives the mural a playful yet structured character that works beautifully as an accent wall. Like all Wallism wallpapers, this design is PVC-free and custom made-to-measure.

In the room

We find this mural wallpaper works especially well in spaces designed for children, from a bright nursery to an energetic toddler room. Because the large central circle and number create an immediate visual anchor, we recommend giving the design a clear, relatively uninterrupted wall where the full graphic emblem can sit in balance with the room. Placing it behind a cot, a low toddler bed, or a reading nook naturally establishes a focal point without overwhelming the rest of the space. In a compact nursery, keeping the surrounding walls quieter lets the bold central scale make its statement while the fine dotted background keeps the overall atmosphere airy and calm.

Styling it

To complement the graphic mid-century subway feel of this wallpaper, we would look towards simple furniture with clean lines and warm, natural finishes. Light wood furniture, such as birch or light ash, brings a lovely organic warmth that softens the bold navy and white geometry. For textiles and accents, you might pull the navy through in small touches like a floor cushion, curtain trim, or woven storage baskets, while keeping larger items like bedding and rugs in soft neutral tones. Rounded shapes in lighting or side tables also echo the large circular emblem nicely, creating a cohesive and playful look without feeling cluttered.

Colour combinations

Our design centers on a deep navy blue and crisp white, framed by a soft off-white background with pale blue dots. When selecting colours for surrounding surfaces, warm neutral paints like soft cream or light stone echo the textured background and keep the room feeling bright and welcoming. If you want to build a more layered palette, subtle dusty blues or muted slate grey work exceptionally well on adjacent walls, woodwork, or built-in shelving, reinforcing the cool tones of the central circle while maintaining an understated, balanced finish.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper during decorating. We produce our wall murals on PVC-free paper that features a subtle physical surface structure, and each design is crafted to be straightforward and easy to hang in your home.