Having a wall of art in your living room does more than liven up your space: it can rejuvenate your soul. A carefully chosen piece of art will be a talking point within your home, making your space both memorable and unique.
Artworks in homes take on many forms, and the only limitation is the imagination. From traditional art like textured tapestries and line-drawn frescos to abstract colourful pieces and even vintage neon signs – the sky’s the limit when it comes to art in your home.
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A long open wall – especially in a living room – calls out for a work of art to create interest and break up the mundaneness of the space. Various kinds of art look good in living rooms. In this gorgeous Fresnaye home, for example, various types of art make the space memorable. From a black-and-white landscape image to a contemporary portrait and framed prints, the white and grey wall space is interspersed with interesting forays into the world of art.
Being different sizes and shapes, each work of art commands attention. While the two framed prints work together as a unit to break up the greyness of the wall, the two larger images stand alone, each framed by a wall that complements the colours within.
Grant Bailey, a property practitioner at Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty, explains that whether art complements the rest of a home’s decor or stands out as a talking point, it assists in adding to the home’s appeal. “Most people are opting for contemporary art in their homes nowadays,” he shared.
Make your wall of art a feature in your home
If your home has a blank wall, it is a canvas waiting to be decorated. Here are a few strategies for making art transform your living space from uninspired to inspirational.
How do I display art in my living room?
If you’ve got a three-seater couch and one smallish picture to hang above it, it doesn’t make sense to hang it above one side of the couch. Putting it in the middle creates an aesthetically attractive balance.
Similarly, if you’re hanging an assortment of pictures that are the same size, ensure that they are equal distances apart. However, rules are made to be broken and if you’re creating an eclectic mix of pictures, it’s up to you to decide how it looks best.
What kind of art looks good in living rooms?
Before investing in a work of art, think about the space you have available. Choosing a large-scale piece that spans three quarters of the height of the wall will lead to a bold and impactful look. Another great choice is to create an “art wall” with an eclectic theme. With this approach, you can play with a mixture of works of different genres, colours and sizes.
Use big art in small spaces
Homeowners often assume that if they have a small space, they need small works of art, but this isn’t necessarily true. A large work of art taking up most of a wall in a small space can transform the room into a talking point. Don’t be afraid to fill a wall with a great piece of art.
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Without the right works of art, your living room will always feel like it has something missing. Whether you choose a classic or contemporary style, art will liven up your space and transform your house into a home. For more advice on how to fill your space with art and other great strategies for staging your home – especially if you’re thinking of putting your property on the market – contact the team from Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty today.
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