Decorating your home with wall art is a wonderful way to express your personality and enhance your living space. Art has the power to make a space feel uniquely your own, reflecting your experiences and the beauty you are drawn to. Selecting the right pieces can be intuitive, but there are practical steps you can follow to make your investment worthwhile. In this guide, we’ll explore two main approaches to choosing art—using the location as a starting point or starting with the art you already own—and provide tips for hanging art in different rooms. Let's dive in!
Focal Point or Finishing TouchDecide if the art will be the focal point or a finishing touch. In rooms that feel flat or boring, bold and striking art can serve as the focal point. If your room already has a focal point, choose more subdued art to complement it.
Scale and ProportionEnsure your art fits the space correctly. Artworks that are too small can make a room feel unfinished. When hanging art above furniture, it should be half to two-thirds the width of the furniture and 6-10 inches above it. For a blank wall, the art should cover 60-75% of the available space.
Creating a Gallery Wall
Gallery walls add a playful and dynamic element to your home. Here’s how to do it right:
- Cohesive Layout: Lay out your artworks on the floor to see if they work together.
- Paper Templates: Use paper templates to visualize the arrangement on the wall before committing.
- Grid Layout: For a more structured look, arrange your artworks in a grid pattern.
Coordinating with Your Decor
While your art should complement your interior style, avoid matching too closely. Coordinate colors, patterns, and themes without being too exact. For example, natural timber in your living room can be echoed in a forest photograph.
Canvas or Framed Art
Choose between canvas and framed art based on your space’s vibe:
- Unframed Art: Great for laid-back spaces.
- Framed Art: Ideal for more upscale settings. Black, white, and natural wood frames are versatile choices.
Unexpected Placements
Don't limit yourself to hanging art on the walls. Lean artworks against surfaces, style them on shelves, or use picture ledges for a less conventional, more intriguing display.
Art as Your Starting Point
If you already have an art collection, let it guide your interior design. Choose your decor style based on your existing art. Combine different styles just like you would mix and match artworks.
Styling Art in Different Rooms
Bedroom:Choose calming art such the Feathers and Flourish collection, featuring natural tones, this set is not overly energetic and will remain timeless for years to come.
Living Room:
Gallery walls or large singular artworks above sofas are common. Mix subjects, mediums, and frames for added visual interest.
We love the sublte colours and peaceful subjects found in our Majestic Palms Ensemble.
Kitchen:Practicality is key. Avoid hanging art near the stovetop. Smaller artworks work well, but large pieces can make a big impact if space allows.
Hard to go far wrong by adding in a spash of colour to the kitchen and these fruity works of art will certainly add a unique feel to the room.
Bathroom:Select soothing, peaceful pieces that can withstand humidity. Tranquil tones and calm subject matter works really well here.
We love our Oriental impressions set as the muted tones are complimented nicley by the Siberian Tigers pop of colour.
Dining Room:Use bold, conversation-starting artworks if the dining room is separate from the rest of the house.
It's impossible to look beyond the Wilderness Wanderers set for the dining room, something about it just gives off a sense of sophistication, perfect for setting the tone at dinner time.
Home Office:Curate art as a backdrop for video meetings.
Our retouched Panoramic Climate Map is perfect for the home office, always sure to be a talking point.
Choosing art for your home shouldnt feel daunting.
For the most part, just follow your heart!
All of the artwork mentioned above is available with free global shipping in our store. (and there is plenty more!)