The Empty Wall
There it is bare naked. It’s lonely and empty from top to bottom. Perhaps its in a dark hallway or above your sofa in your family room, maybe its in the bathroom and you stare at it as you do your business. It is The Empty Wall.
You know it needs something, but you got no freaking clue. In my first attempt at a blog I’ll show you some ideas that may work for your space. So as the Swifty fans say, “you’ve got a blank space baby, so I’ll write your name.” Or hang something.
Option 1. ART + PICTURE LIGHTING
As a designer I can assist my clients in choosing art that will coincide with the style and other elements happening in their home but with art we first have to start with the question, "What brings you joy?” It could be strokes of colorful paint thrown on a canvas, it can be an abstract pencil sketch that only the imagination can produce its object. For me its nature and animals. I love a crisp black and white of the mountains or a picture of a brown bear surrounded by mile high pines. Set a budget and then look around and ask yourself, “does it bring me joy?” If it does then you should display it in your home and it will reflect you and your uniqueness. Below are some of my favorite websites to buy art. These websites offer anything from a digital image to display on your art frame TV to a vintage piece for the kitchen. Be sure to consider scale when choosing your art size and the size of space as well as the picture light length to the size of art. The best practice is get out some painters tape and lay it out before you purchase.
Option 2. Open Shelving
If your empty wall allows the depth to display decorative accessories or books consider open shelving. While this may be cumbersome for some folks who are starting from scratch its a great way to bring in elements in a room you might be missing. Here are some different ways to use open shelves. Don’t worry in the next blog I’ll tackle shelf styling. I love using Etsy to order open shelves because you can order the sizes you need in the color and material you like.
Option 3. The Gallery
If you are on a tight budget the art gallery may not be there right choice. Especially if you are considering artwork, it can rack up quick. If you are considering framed photos of your family it will be less expensive. But a tip from me, not every space is a place for your family shrine. Choose wisely. A collage wall doesn’t have to be frames only, mix frames wall art and shelves. Mix frame styles and colors. Before you hang up anything, get out that painters tape and layout the pieces.. You can cut out Kraft paper in the sizes and shapes and hang those on the wall as a plan.
