There is no better way to bring some life to your home than with a wall art. If you’re moving, moving into a new space, or just looking to change things up in your current decor, the right art can absolutely transform the mood and atmosphere of a room. There is no limit to how art can transform your space, from statement making and bold pieces, to harmonious designs that go unnoticed. Check out nine decor ideas to build a room that will wow.
- Create a Bold Gallery Wall
Displaying a variety of artworks, photos and prints is a great, easy way to create a gallery wall. Different styles, sizes, and frames arranged in this cohesive way make a dynamic statement in any room.
Mix It Up: A playful and varied collection of abstract art, photography and typography combined.
Frame It Right: You can keep your frames consistent for a unified look or liquidate them like an artsy for an eclectic look with mismatched frames.
Curate with Purpose: Pick a theme that spans your pieces, from color palette, to subject, to aesthetic.
- Oversized Art for Impact
An entire room can be transformed by one large piece of art. Large wall can be filled with an oversized painting or print and be an undeniable focal point.
Where to Use: Bold, oversized art works well above a bed in the master bedroom as well as in the living room and dining room.
Pro Tip: In the event that the piece is painting, it might be a good idea to have canvas or framed artwork that will cover a decent piece of the divider to make a decent equalization.
- Botanical Art can add a touch of nature to any room in your home.
You can bring the outdoors in through botanical wall art. Landscape paintings can elevate a room for example by printing flowers, plants or nature inspired landscapes.
Types of Art: Give botanical prints, realistic plant illustrations, or abstract impressions of nature a try.
Ideal Rooms: Botanical art lends a refreshing, calming glow making kitchens, bathrooms and living rooms with natural light, ideal canvases.
- Statement Mirrors as Art
Most Mirrors aren’t just for practical purposes; they can be masterpieces. Follow your taste to choose a mirrored surface with a shape of its own, or an ornate frame, to at once serve as decoration and function.
Shape Matters: For a bit more variety and interest add round, oval or abstract shapes to your walls.
Frame It Right: Adding a statement mirror with bold, intricate frame will look perfect in the entryway or living room as art piece.
Reflect Your Space: They allow mirrors which help small rooms to look large and open past the mirror and into the space.
- A Sleek look With Monochromatic Go
Monochromatic art is wonderful for those who desire a more minimalist attitude. When you stick to one color palette (emilating shades of blue, black and white or earthy tones) for a moodboard, you end up with a nice and sleek aesthetic.
Where to Use: Monochromatic art looks beautiful in bedrooms or offices where you are after a more relaxed and cohesive environment.
Pro Tip: Keep calm and uniform vibe choose a single piece or a collection of smaller works in the same color range.
- Art with Texture
Tapestries and macrame or 3D canvas art pieces add texture to your walls and increase visual interest.
Why It Works: Sleek, modern spaces can be softened up against the smooth finish with a more welcoming presence of by textured art.
Ideal Rooms: Textured wall art is an addition that adds warmth and coziness to bedrooms, living rooms or reading nooks.
- Inspirational Quote Art
With art featuring inspirational words or words you find tough yourself you can add a personal touch and inspiration to your home. Typography prints could be motivational sayings, or funny quotes, depending on the tone you’re setting in a room.
Where to Use: Hang them in your kitchen and its office, or perhaps on the hallway walls to daily remind yourself of goodness and stay motivated.
Pro Tip: If you want your typography art to match your home’s décor style, choose art that fits in with your home’s color scheme and style—modern sleek fonts for modern, minimalist homes and ornate script fonts for more traditional homes.
- Vintage or Antique Art
And whether you prefer vintage or antique pieces, you can definitely bring timeless charm into your home. These types of artworks bring character and history to your space — whether it’s a classic portrait or a vintage map.
Where to Use: Vintage art looks great in living rooms, study rooms, even kitchens.
Pro Tip: With the mix of vintage art and more contemporary pieces your home pieces will have an eclectic and curated feel without looking dated or outdated.
- Play with Art Placement
Just like your art itself, so is the placement of your wall art. The vibe of a whole room can be completely changed by a unique layout.
Above Furniture: The design of art hanging above sofas, chairs, or beds should be about two thirds the width of the furniture.
Off-Center Placement: Sometimes lightly leaning or sometimes hanging your art slightly off center can make for a very modern laid back look.
Gallery-Like Spaces: Cluster art in unexpected places — a hallway, or stairwell — to create mini-gallery moments.
Bonus Tip: Rotate Your Art
Rotating your art every few months can help you keep your home feeling fresh. Changing the look of your home doesn’t need to mean buying new pieces. This is an easy and cost effective way to do it. If you swap the art you can give your rooms a refresh, or create seasonal displays that change with the season.
Final Thoughts
One of the simplest and most impactful ways to upgrade your home is with wall art. Whatever your taste in decor — minimalist or bold statement; nature inspired — these nine decor ideas will help you change up your space to make it feel new. The different kinds of art you can try out and different placements will enable you to personalize your home towards your taste, and even make it stylish. And your walls are waiting to wow! So go ahead, that statement piece, or curate the perfect gallery wall.
