Wallpaper - Manila Philippines Skyline Purple & Gold

Created by Michael Tompsett, this architectural skyline mural wallpaper brings together the iconic silhouettes of Manila rendered in expressive watercolor-like splatters and rich, textured tones. Deep purple and dark mulberry blend with warm gold and ochre hues against a clean, crisp background, giving the city's towers and historic landmarks an artistic, modern presence. The bold horizontal composition balances generous negative space above with dynamic paint drips and speckles below. Our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your wall dimensions and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because of its strong horizontal skyline and airy upper area, we especially like this mural wallpaper on a wide, main accent wall. In a living room, it works naturally positioned behind a low-profile sofa, allowing the full silhouette of the buildings to stand out uninterrupted. In a home office or study, placing it across the main wall behind a desk creates an inspiring, creative backdrop without overwhelming the room. The generous white background above keeps the overall atmosphere open and light, while the rich color concentration along the bottom anchors the lower portion of the wall.

Styling it

To let the dynamic purple and gold tones lead the space, we recommend pairing the wallpaper with furniture that has clean, contemporary lines and understated profiles. Darker wood finishes or deep charcoal furniture pieces will pick up the depth of the mulberry tones, while warm brass or bronze decorative hardware echoes the golden watercolor details in the skyline. Keeping surrounding textiles fairly simple in plain weaves helps maintain focus on the intricate splatters and architectural contours of the motif.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is defined by its deep purple, dark mulberry, and glowing gold and amber tones set against a crisp white ground. When choosing surrounding wall colors or trim, warm off-whites and soft cream paints create a seamless, cohesive transition. For a bolder, moodier room scheme, pairing adjacent walls with a deep plum, dark aubergine, or muted slate grey brings out the rich pigments in the lower section of the city silhouette.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, all of our wall murals and wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard fixed rolls.

Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure. They are designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, making them a practical choice for both homeowners and renters looking to transform their interior spaces.