Have you ever thought, "I want to make my room stylish, but it's small and I don't have the space..."? In fact, even in a small room, by skillfully incorporating art, you can not only make the space appear larger, but also easily create a style that is unique to you. With just a little ingenuity in the placement and selection of art, you can dramatically change the impression of a room.
In this article, we'll introduce five techniques for displaying art that will blend in with the interior of even a small room, along with some concrete interior coordination examples. All of the techniques are easy to put into practice. Use them as inspiration to transform your space into something even more beautiful.
1. A minimalist layout that makes use of the "white space on the wall"
Placement Techniques
In a small room, it's important to consider "white space" rather than filling the entire wall. By displaying just one piece of art on the wall and leaving ample space around it, you can reduce the feeling of oppression. In particular, choosing an abstract painting with a simple design can give the entire space a sophisticated impression.
Interior coordination examples
For example, simply hanging a blue abstract painting above your bed, as shown in the photo below, will create a calm and stylish look in your bedroom. Additionally, placing lights around the artwork to cast soft light will make the room feel larger.
2. A casual approach: "put art on the floor"
If you want to enjoy art without using nails, it's convenient to lean it against the floor . This method allows you to incorporate art easily without damaging the wall. Posters and canvases in particular have a stronger presence when placed on the floor, creating depth in the space.
Interior coordination examples
In the corner of your living room, simply lean an abstract painting against the wall and place some flowers or potted plants next to it to create a simple yet sophisticated corner. Simply placing it on the floor will lower the visual center of gravity, giving the whole room a more stable impression.
3. Create a sense of unity by "deciding on a theme"
In a small room, it's key to create a sense of unity throughout the interior. When choosing art, choosing a theme will also create a sense of cohesion in the space. For example, using monochrome interior and art in the same color tone, as in the photo below, will reduce visual noise and make the room look cleaner.
Interior coordination examples
Artist: Kana Ikoma
Title: mo.9
Price: ¥38,000
Work details: https://from-artist.com/products/mo-9
Artist details page: https://from-artist.com/collections/kana-ikoma
4. Use vertical lines to create a sense of spaciousness
In a small room, floor space is limited, so arranging art with vertical space in mind is effective. Hanging art on the upper part of the wall draws the eye upward, making the entire room feel larger. Furthermore, placing art close to the ceiling emphasizes the "height" of the space.
Interior coordination examples
Artist: Kana Ikoma
Title: mo.10
Price: ¥64,400
Work details: https://from-artist.com/products/mo-10
Artist details page: https://from-artist.com/collections/kana-ikoma
For example, by matching the colors of the furniture and art, as in this photo, a sense of unity is created in the space. Also, by placing the art close to the ceiling and placing low furniture, the entire room will have a sense of vertical expansion.
5. Display small art in a gallery-like style
In a small space, a gallery wall, which combines small pieces of art, is more effective than large pieces. By using part of the wall and randomly arranging multiple pieces of art, you can create a unique effect while harmonizing the art with the space.
Interior coordination examples
Artist: _m_art
Title: Spring Air
Price: ¥48,000
Work details: https://from-artist.com/products/spring-air
Artist details page: https://from-artist.com/collections/_m_art
A gallery wall, where multiple pieces of art are combined to cover an entire wall, is one of the techniques for creating a stylish room. The key is to unify the theme and color before deciding on the placement. By spacing the art evenly, the entire room will look neat and tidy. A gallery wall is an easy-to-install and recommended decoration method, as it transforms the space into one that visitors will naturally want to talk about.
summary
Just because you have a small room doesn't mean you have to feel limited in how you display your art. In fact, the limited space makes it important to think carefully about placement and theme. By using these five techniques, you can make the most of your walls, floors, and vertical space to create a spacious feel even in a small room.
Art is not just a decoration, but a tool to enrich your life. Why not find your favorite piece, enjoy arranging it, and create a space that is uniquely yours, adding color to your daily life?
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Written by: MIKIKO
FROM ARTIST Management staff. I write columns. I provide management support so that we can convey the appeal of artists.
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CEO of BUSCA LLC. Head of FROM ARTIST. Started his career as a marketer, he worked for a business company and an advertising agency before going independent. He completed marketing-related programs at several graduate schools and business schools, including the University of California, Berkeley and London Business School. He also completed the MBA core curriculum at Macquarie University and studied the importance of art in education at the University of British Columbia.
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