Anyone interested in popular interior design has seen or at least heard of a “gallery wall.” This is one of the most versatile decorating phenomenon to arrive on the scene in decades. Some of today’s home decorating trends seem almost unwelcome due to their narrow scope and limited shelf life, but the gallery wall is one trend that is neither old nor new. It’s simply a technique that has come into recent favor, but that has no intention of going out of style. In other words, the gallery wall is a great choice for homeowners who want to decorate “on trend” without seeing their décor go out of style only months later.
What Type of Gallery Wall Best Suits Your Space?
Traditional Gallery Wall: The traditional gallery wall can be any gathering of wall art arranged in a cohesive collection on the wall. Many modern versions will include an eclectic mix of paintings, photographs, prints, and other artwork. Some choose to generate additional “connections” between the pieces by using matching frames or mattes, but others veer wildly in the opposite direction with pieces that give a more whimsical feel once arranged in one area. For instance, a mix of both frames and canvas gives an inviting feel to a gallery wall.
Corner Gallery Wall: Corner gallery walls wrap from one wall to the next without an obvious break in the spacing/pattern. It can bring an unexpected look to a space without drawing undue attention away from other focal points in the room.
Textured Gallery Wall: With the incorporation of different textures amidst a traditional gallery wall, you add spunk and interest. Some possible “texture” items to include amidst the more traditional gallery wall pieces are: architectural pieces, flags, banners, plaques, sculpted art, sconces, and more.
Typography Gallery Wall: The “word” has never been more popular in home design than it is today. The sheer availability of gorgeous typography pieces in addition to the evolution of the style as an art leaves some homeowners concluding that making a decision about which typographic print to include in their gallery wall simply too difficult. The solution: the typography gallery wall. A gallery wall filled with framed typography – for those who can’t get enough of the written word.
If you haven’t yet ventured out into the world of gallery walls, find a spot in your home that would benefit from this trendy, yet classic look. Whether it be the stairwell, the long hallway you aren’t sure what to do with or your teenager’s bedroom, you’ll find that once you get the idea in your head it takes hold and comes to life.
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