Bring one of the most charming wall decor in living room ideas to life with this gorgeous set of three New York City art prints, each illustrated in a soft, dreamy watercolour style. The palette is beautifully gentle — creamy beiges, cool whites, muted dusty blues and soft sage greens — with tiny figures, bare winter trees and iconic Manhattan landmarks that make you feel like you are right there on a crisp December morning in the Big Apple. If you have ever wanted to capture that cosy, story-book feeling of NYC at its most magical, this is it.
Each of the three prints tells its own little tale. The left print shows the Brooklyn Bridge rising from a snowy riverbank, the Manhattan skyline soft and hazy in the background. The centre print — which carries the hand-lettered words Winter in New York — captures an ice-skating scene ringed by snow-dusted townhouses, evergreen trees and festive potted plants. The right print puts you in the middle of a busy Manhattan street: a crowd of bundled-up New Yorkers walking beneath grey skies and a large holiday wreath, the city towers rising behind them. Together they tell a full, joyful story of a New York winter.
What's Included with Wall Decor in Living Room Ideas | "Winter in New York" Beige Pastel NYC Travel Art Prints | Set of 3
A set of 3 individual art prints, each featuring a distinct New York City winter scene illustrated in soft beige and pastel tones
Printed in the UK using fade-resistant pigment inks, designed for indoor display so the colours stay fresh for years
The framed and canvas-wrapped options arrive ready to hang — saving you the time and hassle of hunting for a frame that fits. (The unframed option is the print only.)
Choose between unframed and framed options in multiple sizes and in Luster or Museum quality; also available in wrapped canvas size options
How to Style wall decor in living room ideas with These NYC Prints
I would hang all three prints in a horizontal row above a sofa or sideboard, with an even gap between each one — roughly 5 to 8 cm works a treat. Because the palette is so soft and neutral, these prints sit beautifully against warm white, pale greige, sage green or even a dusty blush wall. They do not fight with the rest of your room; they just quietly pull everything together. If you already have warm wood tones, rattan, linen cushions or cream throws in your living space, this set will feel like it was always meant to be there.
Gallery walls are another lovely option — mix these three prints with a vintage-style map of Manhattan or a simple typographic New York print for a travel-themed corner that sparks great conversation with every guest. If you love the idea of a travel-inspired gallery wall, browse our full travel collection for pieces that pair well with this NYC set. Picture ledges are also a brilliant way to display this trio — you can lean the prints casually rather than committing to picture hooks, and it is easy to refresh the display whenever you fancy a change.
Choosing the Right Size and Style for Your Space
Before you decide on a size, think about the wall you have in mind. Above a standard three-seater sofa, a set where each print is around A3 or larger tends to have the most impact — big enough to feel intentional but not so big that they overwhelm. For a smaller wall, a more compact size keeps things looking neat and considered rather than crowded. The soft, pale palette of these prints means they work in rooms of almost any size; they never feel heavy or dark.
As for finish, I find the Museum quality paper gives these watercolour illustrations a particularly beautiful, gallery-worthy look — the subtle texture really brings out the delicate linework. Luster paper is a great choice if you want a slightly more vibrant, polished result. If you prefer a more relaxed, contemporary feel, the wrapped canvas option removes any need for a frame entirely and the artwork wraps right around the edges for a clean, modern look. Whatever you choose, the soft beige and pastel tones will keep the overall feel calm, collected and easy to live with. Scroll down to see how each size looks in a living room before you decide — there is a size-guide image below showing every option in a real living room setting.
