The space above your sofa is, more often than not, the focal point of your living room. To maximize this space, many people hang art above the couch to draw the eye in and create a warm, welcoming environment. When hanging your art, you can get quite creative with how you arrange your photos and art pieces. Below are three different ways to consider laying out your wall hangings.
- Hang one large art piece for a stunning, classic look. A large scale painting or print centered over your sofa will make quite the statement. First, it will make the room appear larger, as it will draw the eye up over the couch and toward the ceiling. Additionally, it’ll provide the room with a quiet simplicity that can balance busier artwork. When hanging one large piece, it’s essential to make sure that it’s framed properly so that the frame style complements the look.
- Create a collage or gallery wall over your couch. Many people with more eclectic styles love to hang artwork in groups, and you can get extremely creative with how you arrange the individual pieces. From one central painting with other pieces working outward to an off-set focal point, you can experiment with numerous configurations. The key here is to lay these out on the floor before hanging them to make sure you have the perfect arrangement prior to putting any nails in your walls.
- Don’t hang your art at all! A simple, modern way to display art over the sofa is to put it on a shelf. The shelf should be positioned high enough so that people won’t hit their heads when sitting down, and once it’s in place you can style it with artwork, photographs, plants, and other décor.
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