Are you among those men and women who’s afraid to pound nails into freshly painted walls for fear you will put a hole in the “wrong” place? Well, fear no longer. Hanging wall decoration randomly is easier than ever and will give a space a sense of individuality that ideal gridlike arrangements can’t.
The crucial thing is to maintain the arrangement loose however the spacing tight so the overall effect is one big focal point. Repeat key components — colors, fabrics, shapes — inside the arrangement to get a look that’s casual yet pulled together.
Create loosely arranged gallery walls in household spaces for a fun effect, in formal spaces to get a bit of informality, in modern rooms to get a dose of character, in spaces for inspiration and also in small vignettes for spontaneity.
So put the tape measure, stand back and sneak a peek at the bigger, more imperfect picture. It’ll have you filling those partitions with holes very quickly.
Rethink Design Studio
Thwart the difficult mission of locating the perfect-size bit to meet with a narrow stairwell by grouping together an eclectic collection of framed mirrors and art. The placement around this doorway is balanced but not perfectly symmetrical, lending a casual sense.
Ninainvorm
For a family-friendly room, exhibit happy artwork in frames of the same material but of different dimensions. Repeating the same framework on one wall unifies the artwork. Contrary to popular belief, filling a wall artwork to the ceiling may actually make it seem taller.
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Integrated
Use a sliver of wall space to make a spontaneous vignette which includes wall-hugging furniture plus a medley of wall decoration. Defy tradition and hang modern canvases among vintage photographs and gilded mirrors. Relate the arrangement to the furniture by extending it down the wall in addition to up.
Jeanette Lunde
Use a cluster of colorful artwork to pick upon the colour scheme of a room. Here, pinks, browns and aquas lift the otherwise all-white decoration. Hang large pieces in the center of the arrangement together with smaller frames closely surrounding them for one large focal point.
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Lauren Gries
Loosely arranged wall artwork can be complex. Mix and match frame dimensions but keep the colour scheme restricted and subdued. Limit the palette to three or two colors. In this living room, the golden, cream and brown artwork collection is appropriate while the imperfect arrangement is informal. It’s a comparison that works.
SFGIRLBYBAY
In a home office, group an range of inspirational prints and photos above the desk to maintain creative juices flowing. Hang larger frames first, then fill in the gaps with smaller ones. Change out artwork as crucial to maintain a fresh view.
sarah & bendrix
For a cleaner look, line up the bottom edge of a loose arrangement with the back of a sofa and maintain the spaces between frames to a minimum. Within this neutral living room, black frames comparison against a white wall and also pick up on the black details of the throw cushions.
SFGIRLBYBAY
Get playful in a casual living space by creating a loosely arranged focal point in a defunct wall. Skip the popular grid arrangement and hang eyeglasses randomly. This gives you the freedom to add more artwork on a whim.
Glenn Gissler Design
A clear option above a mantel is a mirror. However, for a more laid-back texture, hang a large piece of artwork off-center and lean a smaller framework against the wall. This uncontrived installation brings a sense of informality to an otherwise formal space.
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