How to choose artwork for your home
3 January, 2024

If you want to add personality and charm to a space in your home, decorating with art is the best way to achieve this.

How you select the artwork that will complement the style and fit in with your style – we can share valuable professional tips on decorating with art – as per Decoist.

Entrance hall

The entrance hall sets the mood for the rest of your home so don’t hold back from adding an impressive artwork that fits your taste. A gorgeous piece will anchor a console table while creating a warm welcome to everyone who enters your home.

Framed picture of a weaver bird sitting on reeds.

Living Room

If your living room is where your daily activities are centered you will want to make it a relaxing space. If the wall above the couch is empty, improve it with a carefully selected art piece

Framed abstract art hanging on a wall in a lounge area

Professional interior designers would advise you to mind the proportions, which will achieve a balanced look. Choose a piece that won’t sit too high but also ensure to leave some space around it to put this artwork in the spotlight.

A rectangular piece can fit a blank space above the coach and live without overpowering a TV in the room.

Framed abstract art piece hanging on wall in smart lounge

Contemporary rooms with muted colours will benefit from decorating with subtle works. Minimal graphics add visual interest whilst fitting in with the feeling of a perfectly curated space.

Framed abstract art hanging on wall in deco lounge

Bedroom

Contemporary rooms with muted colours will benefit from decorating with subtle works. Minimal graphics add visual interest whilst fitting in with the feeling of a perfectly curated space.

Framed abstract art on wall above bed

 It is a good idea to go with minimalist graphic prints to add to the peaceful space.  You can also choose relaxing landscapes to bring nature’s peace and calm into the room.

Framed abstract artwork hanging above a bed

Dining Room

The dining room is a very important space which is the central point for your mealtimes and entertaining where you enjoy great food with your friends and family.

You can enhance the charm of your dining room with stunning artwork. The colour scheme shown below adds colour and blends in perfectly with the rest of the décor.

Framed abstract art hanging on wall in dining room
After 18 years in the IT industry, Doreen decided to surround herself on a daily basis by photography that she loves which led to the establishment of The Cow Artworks in 2004. In March 2006 she opened the gallery in Parkhurst and has thrived in this beautiful space. Her passion for travel affords her the opportunity to take photographs, particularly candid shots of street scenes, graffiti and architecture.