Choosing art for a room requires as much planning as selecting the paint color and picking out the furniture. Having the right artwork in the room will complete the look, make it more attractive, and somehow more comfortable. But what guidelines are there for selecting art pieces for a room?
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One of the most important things to consider when buying art for the room is whether the piece is something one could look at every day. Sure, you might be purchasing a painting by a renowned artist but if you think the subject's haunted expression might depress you when it's hanging in your living room, choose something else.
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Aside from picking something that makes you happy and relaxed, the painting or sculpture should "pop," not melt into the background. The whole idea behind adding an art piece to a room is to give it visual interest and make the space more exciting. Good, high-quality frames, glass, or display tables are a necessary indulgence to highlight the artwork. It's also important that the piece gets proper lighting so it can be appreciated properly.
A good rule of thumb to consider when selecting paintings or posters to hang is to use the wall's length and width as a guide. For example, if the wall is horizontal, hang a horizontal painting or use a wide layout for several small pieces. If the wall is tall, a long vertical painting or decorative fabric will look great on it. This tip will make a room look bigger than it really is.
Choosing artwork for the home may require a lot of contemplation but what's essential to having a properly curated home is finding pieces that truly speak to you, the homeowner – after all, you'll have to live with the artwork day in and day out.
Architect and interior designer Jonathan Bunge, in the house. Check out my Twitter account for short updates on building and design.
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