Add unique character and style to any area of your home.
Installinga gallery wallis a classic way to show off collections of art and photography.
you’re able to use a gallery wall to showcasefamily photosor display art and collectibles.
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The arrangement can either be a more formal grid or an organic groupingwhatever fits your home’s style best.
Get inspired to add style and personality to your space with these gallery wall designs.
Small and medium pieces will work best, unless you plan on filling the whole wall.
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This gallery wall features modern art and photography that complement themidcentury furniture and decor.
Collect leaves on your walks or travels, and press them using wax paper or newspaper.
You caneasily press flowers, leaves, or small branches using items around your home.
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Incorporate Furniture
When building your gallery wall, get inspiration from nearby furniture.
These pieces should coordinate with the style of art in your gallery wall.
Gallery Wall Above a Shelf
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A low shelf grounds this gallery wall of modern art.
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Ground the space by hanging similarly sized art in opposite corners, then fill in with smaller pieces.
When you start with a structure like this, you might easily add more pieces in the future.
Greens, yellows, and wide white mattes help connect the pieces in this arrangement.
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Test different groupings on the floor before making anything permanent.
This method works well to expand this small wall, adding height and perfectly incorporating the small window.
DIY Gallery Wall
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Another thrifty upgrade to try is to paint basic or thrifted picture frames to match your decor.
Entryway Gallery Wall
Create a moment of pausein an entrywayor long hallway with a gallery wall.
Depending on the accessories, you may need to use long hooks or pegs so they stay in place.
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This is a great alternative to traditionalstorage methodsif you’re tight on closet space.
You could alsouse ceramics or platesto shake up the look.
This will guide you as you pick out light fixtures.
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This grouping mixes art with embroidery, sculptures, andantique signage.
A mostly neutral palette and mid-size scale unifies these items and ensures visual harmony.
Bathroom Gallery Wall
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Three vertical groupings give structure to the gallery wall in thissmall bathroom.
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Humidity can be a concern when hanging art in your bathroom.
double-check you have good ventilation, and use inexpensive pieces that are less precious to you.
Themed Gallery Wall
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Choose an artwork theme to make designing gallery walls easier.
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An equestrian theme comprising horse art, landscapes, and pennants make up this sweet nursery gallery wall.
Use consistent space around each picture or grouping so it looks intentional.
you might also leave larger gaps to add more art later.
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Gallery Wall Around a TV
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Gallery walls can reliably take thefocus off of a television.
This collection of vintage pieces pairs playfully with new ones for a look that feels fresh and modern.
Add contemporary appeal by limiting your art to just three or four large-scale pieces.
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Consider working with the often-overlooked stairwell wall for an eye-catching arrangement.
The dramatic ascending collection will wow your guests from the moment they spot it.
In this art collection, a hand painted letter brings a hint of whimsy to the otherwise all-white-framed grouping.
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By hanging pieces in a tight floor-to-ceiling configuration, this complex composition begs to be browsed.
Tight Configuration
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A common mistake in galleries is in the spacing between frames.
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A gallery wall doesn’t have to be all about you.
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Instead, make it about what inspires you the most.
Create a space (other than the fridge) where kids can proudly display their artwork.
Movable clips make it easy to switch out old creations for new.
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Mix Large and Small
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There’s a misconception that large-scale art should remain separate from small-scale pieces.
Not so: There’s visual power in the pairing.
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Extra-large 40-inch framed pieces can sit nicely alongside tiny 8-by-10-inch pieces.
To ensure balance, just verify to limit both your color palette and frame styles.
Just don’t go overboard with the overall design.
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They help balance the bold artwork.
It’s easy to combat the chaos by choosing, instead, to run with nothing but neutrals.
Here, a collection of black, white, and wood-tone pieces feels cohesive and modern.
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