By: Krasen Tomav
When decorating a room, you have many aspects to consider. There is the furniture. There is the carpet. There is the color scheme. However, one component of the room that you should not overlook is the wall decor. Aside from using the standard interior paint and wallpaper, you should consider the myriad of wall decor options, such as wall art.
Wall decor helps to add special pizzazz to a room, like hot sauce to a dish. However, function is equally as important as form. It is vital that you take into consideration various factors, such as the style and color scheme of the room, when choosing wall decor. Here are some guidelines for choosing the right decorations for a room in your house:
1. Consider various features of the room.
When choosing wall decor, keep in mind various characteristics of the room, such as the color, style, and function. The decor that you choose can have a significant impact on the emotions or atmosphere that a room creates, the moment you step into it. Here are some tips to achieve various objectives:
• For a modern style, consider black and white decor to create a chic atmosphere.
• For a calming aura in the room, use neutral colors and parallel landscapes.
• For a room that you use for entertaining guests, use art decor with vivid colors, and images that create a festive mood in onlookers.
2. Create balance and a focal point
The overall key is that the wall decor creates a sense of balance in the room. To create an intriguing focal point, compile a set of wall art. Furthermore, use some creativity when creating the arrangement, so the wall decor is eye-catching. Finally, the right lighting will help to highlight your collection of wall decor.
3. Strategically place wall decor above furniture
You should use some basic approaches when positioning wall decor above furniture pieces. When placing the wall decor above a sofa, place it either at eye-level, or roughly 6-9 inches above the sofa. An easy way to determine where to place the wall decor is to place your arm flush against the sofa's back. Then turn your arm upwards until it is perpendicular with the sofa's back, to determine how high to place the wall decor. Ignore the strange looks you get from your family members, while doing this task.
When placing art decor above oversized furniture, you should create a collection of roughly 2-3 pieces. The pieces should create a powerful visual effect, through means such as the color of the wall decor.
4. Arrange wall decor based on a room's eye-level
Aside from cautiously choosing the wall decor, you should also consider several factors when arranging the wall decor. You should place the wall art slightly above eye-level. What exactly is "eye-level"? The main usage of the room dictates this level. In other words, if people mainly sit in the room, such as in a living room or recreational room, then base "eye-level" on the level of those who are seated. However, if people are typically standing in the room, such as in a kitchen, then the "eye level" should be from the standing position.
