Decorate Around Large Art Pieces

Decorate Around Large Art Pieces

Damien Hirst painting

It can take years to find a beautiful, stunning piece of art for your home – and that can be the easy part. Styling your room around great art can be tricky. You want the piece to be the focus, but figuring out how to do that can be tricky. Here’s how to find the right balance.

Abstract art living room

Abstract art living room

Add nods of colors elsewhere, e.g. B. in pillows or a blanket, but avoid a matching look.

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Navy blue walls with art and sconces

Navy blue walls with art and sconces

Flank the artwork with sconces, but otherwise keep the walls pretty bare.

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Big blue and green painting gray wall

big blue and green painting gray wall

Paint the wall the piece is hanging on and choose a shade that will make the piece stand out, such as. B. a light gray.

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Large black and white prints in the dining room

large black and white prints in the dining room

The work of art does not have to hang up. Instead, try leaning it against the wall. But if it’s big, make sure you anchor it to the wall.

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Colorful gallery wall nursery

colorful gallery wall nursery

Balance a large piece of art with smaller pieces on one or both sides.

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Large painting behind white armchair and Buddha statue

large painting behind white armchair and Buddha statue

Keep the furniture minimal if you want the part to stand out.

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