Paintings for the interior are the very final chord that sometimes marks the end of renovations in an apartment. But not everyone can easily strike this chord: choosing a suitable picture, its plot, mood, color scheme, style of execution, solving issues of placement and combination with other participants in the home interior can sometimes be painful.
What can a painting do if it is correctly chosen and placed in the right place? Live, breathe, play. Make every new day better, and the evening more comfortable and kinder. Provided, of course, that she is the one, and her place is the only right one.
How to choose the right painting for the interior
When choosing paintings, the average person is most often guided by the residual principle. As a rule, an independent budget is not allocated for “cultural” expenses, and the search for a work sometimes begins after the interior has “taken shape.” And in vain. Sometimes original paintings can decorate the interior even better than expensive furniture. Of course, this applies to decent jobs.
Choosing an original painting
Posters, reproductions, photo printing and printed products - all this has the right to be in the interior. But! Nothing will bring a life-giving atmosphere of real art into the interior like an original work. And even if the author is not famous, young and not recognized in creative circles: the picture was created by a living person, and this means a lot. You can feel the energy in it, every stroke is unique. And it doesn’t have to be a very expensive purchase.
Using the following useful tips, you can find a happy combination of author's talent and reasonable price.
So:
- Plan a budget for purchasing works of art right away, before purchasing materials for renovation. Visit galleries and exhibitions and breathe in the atmosphere. Let your work find itself.
Advice. If you decide to purchase a serious work, it makes sense to get to know its author. Like no one else, he can tell everything about his creation: from the meaning of the smallest details to the main energy message.
- It will be useful to use the painting fitting service. You can bring the selected image into your home and see if it meets your expectations, how it fits into the overall style of the interior, and where it looks best.
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- The service of professional selection of paintings will help those for whom the choice is difficult. Specialists with artistic education, developed taste and knowledge of the latest trends in the art world will definitely help you choose the right option.
- It is better to place images in groups. Several images, grouped together nicely, look better than lonely little pictures scattered on the walls. The exception is large works that “make” the entire wall.
Paintings for a classic interior
It is impossible to imagine a classic interior without works of art. The most suitable paintings for a classic interior may be:
- Landscapes. They are always relevant. It is important to understand what exactly suits your taste: sea views, pastoral themes or the beauty of exotic landscapes. The color palette of the work should be combined with the colors in the interior of the apartment.
- Architectural theme. Graphics in the interior in the form of images of buildings, columns, capitals fit perfectly into the principles and mood of the classics.
- Portraits. The interior in a classic style is often decorated with family portraits. And even though in the age of digital photography it is very easy to hang pictures of any size and stylization on the wall, portraiture is on a completely different level.
- Botanical theme. Paintings with flowers look great in many interiors. These can be herbariums, dried flower applications or oil paintings on a floral and plant theme.
- Animalistics. A classic office or library can be decorated with images of animals, butterflies, birds and other living creatures.
Advice. If you sometimes want to change the paintings in the interior, then the suspension system should be thought through during the renovation. You can purchase a special set of rail and strings that allows you to place works of different sizes without drilling new holes in the walls.
Photos of paintings in the interior, selected according to all the rules, you can see in the examples below.
Choosing a modular painting for each room
The decorative element is selected depending on the room in which it will play an important role. Since paintings are made from different materials, and they have different properties. For example, some types of products are not recommended for hanging in the kitchen. In this room, the temperature and humidity level are constantly changing, so only modules that are resistant to external irritants are allowed to be installed here.
Modular paintings add dynamism to the interior and make it truly exclusive
Modular paintings in the living room interior
If a modular painting is installed in the interior of the living room, then all attention in the room should be given to it. Other attention-grabbing elements can have a negative impact on the overall environment.
Images have a significant impact on the well-being of the people living in the house and on the home atmosphere. Psychologists assure that the choice of colors or patterns when decorating a home should be approached consciously and with great responsibility because of the subsequent impact on household members.
Bright poppies against a background of gray wall decoration
Paintings can become a decorative accent in many areas of the room:
- Fireplace area. Decorating will help draw more attention to your home. It will serve as a decorative detail, with which an unremarkable fireplace will become an attractive element of the living room.
- Area above the sofa. Modular paintings in the living room interior above the sofa will look interesting and occupy a dominant place in the room.
Stylish modular painting with black and white image
Advice! It is necessary to select paintings not only in accordance with the color palette of the walls, but also the sofa. Then, against its background, the product will look attractive, and the sofa itself will be transformed.
It is important to select paintings taking into account the interior of the room
Choosing a painting for the bedroom
In the relaxation room you should install paintings with a calm, light composition, with romantic scenes, made in pastel colors. Modules with: flowers (orchids, lilies, roses, lavender, wildflowers), landscapes are suitable.
Often the elements are placed at the head of the bed, then beautiful designs frame the sleeping area and add coziness and warmth to it. You can also hang the painting opposite the bed or against the wall opposite the window. Before going to bed and after waking up, you will have the opportunity to admire a pleasant detail of the decor and put yourself in the right, positive mood.
Image of an expressway in the bedroom of an energetic young man
Important! You should not install the painting on a wall with windows; it will hang against the light, so it will not be clearly visible. It won't do any good. The options proposed above are the most suitable for the location.
To create a calm and relaxing atmosphere, it is better to use calm landscapes using a soft technique.
Children's room decoration
The modular paintings in this room are selected exclusively in accordance with the age of the child. The perception of the product depends on this. For kids, light, light paintings made of different solid colors or depicting positive characters from cartoons or life (kittens, puppies, butterflies, bears, natural scenes) are suitable. Older children can also participate in choosing a picture; suitable options would be: characters from cartoons, fairy tales, films, family photographs and other similar ideas.
The theme of paintings for a children's room directly depends on the age of the child
Suitable paintings for the kitchen
You can diversify your kitchen interior with the help of modular paintings. They get along well in the dining area and will be able to please the household while preparing meals and their guests during home gatherings. The paintings will transform the room and show the character and tastes of the owners.
Triptych in the kitchen interior
Modules with food themes (fruits, vegetables, their compositions, ready-made dishes, drinks, made in various techniques), with exterior details (streets, buildings, landscapes of various themes) are well suited for decorating the kitchen. Such elements will complete the improvement of the kitchen and give the household a unique room.
Important! Before purchasing a painting, you need to clarify its properties and performance. The kitchen is an aggressive place for such a product, so you need to monitor the quality and aftercare.
Culinary themes are always popular in the kitchen.
Fabric paintings
A decorative technique such as fabric paintings will be a good solution for a modest budget. Purchased or made yourself, these vibrant pieces will enliven any interior, especially those in country style. Vertical modular paintings made of fabric look impressive. Modules for such a composition are made from one type of fabric or from multi-colored shreds, designed with a special design.
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Design ideas can be embodied in various geometric modules, covered with fabric or fabric appliqué. Diamonds, vertical elongated rectangles, circles, a horizontal row of squares, or just one piece with a geometric pattern will transform the space of laconic minimalism or high-tech style.
Handmade paintings
Handicrafts in any of its forms add creativity and comfort to interior design. Many designers love embroidered paintings and paintings made of fabric and leather, because their use can be a good way to decorate any room.
Embroidered
Pictures are embroidered with threads, beads, ribbons, beads, sequins, etc.
Several paintings in the same theme can be arranged into a beautiful ensemble
The work of a needlewoman is appreciated if an appropriate frame is selected for the embroidered picture. One small embroidered picture looks great on the wall in a bedroom, children's room, office, or dining room. And for the design of a living room, it is better to use large canvases or several paintings in the form of an ensemble placed on one wall.
Following modern trends, paintings are also embroidered according to the principle of modules, depicting fragments of one image on different parts. Modular embroidered paintings are just as relevant as similar canvases printed on a photo printer.
Fabric paintings
The introduction of fabric paintings into the interior is one of the simplest methods of decorating a room.
Modules made using patchwork technique can decorate a modern interior
This hand-made item will become a real highlight of any room’s design. Fabric paintings are appropriate in the living room, bedroom, nursery and office. The bathroom or kitchen is not very suitable for such decor only for practical reasons. The fabric easily absorbs moisture and fat, so the material may change and look unpresentable.
The storylines used in fabric paintings are different. Abstraction is appropriate in the interior of minimalism and modernism. For such “canvases” it is best to take artificial fabrics with a metallic sheen.
For eco-style or country style, chintz, satin, cotton, linen, and any natural materials are best suited. The subjects of such paintings repeat natural landscapes, floral and plant motifs.
Pop art design will be pleased with bright patchwork graphics that reproduce comic book characters, actors, etc. Such an image on the wall attracts attention and can become a real pride of the owners.
The technique for making fabric paintings is chosen by needlewomen depending on the subject, design style and their own skills. Applique, patchwork, patchwork graphics, etc. - the abundance of creative methods is impressive.
Leather
Leather paintings are no less in demand than other handicrafts. The variety of colors and themes allows them to be used in rooms of different purposes and styles. Classic, modern, country, eco, minimalism - all these and many other styles can safely introduce leather fabrics into their interior.
A still life made of leather can be placed on the wall of the kitchen or dining room
No special care is required for such works; it is enough to regularly remove dust from the paintings. Most often they are coated with a waterproof varnish, which protects the paintings from damage.
Professionals in their field create real masterpieces of decorative and applied art, which are not embarrassing to place in the living room, bedroom, nursery, kitchen, office.
Graphic arts
Separately, it is worth mentioning the graphics. Any drawing can be read from graphics: a set of lines, dots and strokes forms voluminous and deep plots. A white sheet of paper, one color with two or three shades and the artist’s talent make graphic images unique creations. But if you don’t have enough money to buy a unique author’s work, a printed edition version can also successfully decorate a room.
Vertical graphic images are suitable for a small room: the geometry of the space will be adjusted and the ceilings will appear higher.
Tips for designing and placing images
Before hanging your canvases on the wall, check out the following tips:
- Watercolors and graphics should always be mounted on a passe-partout.
- Both voluminous and thin picture frames are suitable for an interior with many details.
- Large paintings in interior design look only in spacious rooms. They should become the semantic center of the entire room.
- It is better to frame works of the same theme, execution technique or color scheme in the same or similar frames. This creates a feeling of a solid composition and improves its visual perception.
- With a certain amount of taste, it will be interesting to break the strict symmetrical arrangement of images on the wall and hang them, shifting the plot center to the right or left. You can break up such a composition with a beautiful mirror that is harmonious in style and color.
- Most works require special lighting. Paintings with lighting are better perceived, and the lighting itself gives the entire interior some festivity and solemnity. In addition to standard hanging lighting systems with halogen lamps, you can use LED lighting around the perimeter of the image.
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Similar rules apply when decorating a wall using a photo. A large photograph of a stunning landscape or several photos of cities where you have visited or where you dream of going is a great idea for decorating the walls in a hallway or office.
Rules for placing modular paintings
Correct placement of paintings on the wall guarantees success in decorating any chosen room. This type of decor benefits from the dynamism that is created by the absence of a frame for each element.
When the paintings are placed horizontally, the wall appears visually wider
Modular paintings in the interiors of different rooms are placed in a certain way. The rules help create the perfect composition and pleasant atmosphere. Such rules include 5 points:
- Paintings must be hung on a wall decorated in light colors. Bright details or decorative plaster will spoil the impression of the product.
- Segments are attached at one level or several. It depends on the composition and plot.
- The elements are placed at different levels and the bottom edge of the last part will be located 15 cm above the back of the sofa.
- The center of the composition must be placed exactly above the center of the sofa.
- A vertical painting can visually raise the ceiling in a room, and a horizontal painting can expand the room.
One set of paintings is enough to decorate a room.
Bright paintings look good in monochrome interiors
There are 5 layouts of fragments on the walls:
- Standard – segments are mounted at the same height.
- Popular - from the middle to the edges, the height of the canvas decreases along a straight line that runs through the center of the individual modules.
- Staircase - each subsequent fragment of the picture is located below the previous one at an equal distance.
- Diagonal - elements are hung in a straight line, which is directed diagonally in relation to the floor.
- Geometric - individual canvases form geometric shapes (square, circle, rhombus, triangle and others).
Popular layout of picture modules
