6 Tips for Creating Eye-Catching Gallery Walls

art gallery wall Interior at 250 East 21st Street by Ash Staging (Photo by Tim Waltman | Courtesy M18)

Gallery walls have become very popular, allowing individuals to self-express through art in their homes. Using photographs, artwork, and mementos that reflect your individual style can look messy if you do not know how to present them well. Below are tips for creating eye-catching gallery walls!

Tip 1: INTEGRATE A POP OF COLOR

To make your gallery wall stand out, mix a bright pop of color with more neutral art. This will create more dimension for the eye and give your gallery wall a professional quality. Morris Adjmi Architects used this approach when designing this space inside Asher—a new luxury residential development in the heart of Downtown Tampa. 

Co-working space at the Asher by Morris Adjmi Architects (Photo Courtesy of Strategic Property Partners | M18)
Co-working space at the Asher by Morris Adjmi Architects (Photo Courtesy of Strategic Property Partners | M18)

Tip 2: ADD SOPHISTICATION WITH MONOCHROMATIC COLORS

For intimate gathering spaces like cozy living rooms or quaint dens, a monochromatic color scheme can add depth and sophistication to a space.

black and white Interior by Fogarty Finger at 40 West 12th (Photo by David Mithcell | Courtesy M18)
Interior by Fogarty Finger at 40 West 12th (Photo by David Mithcell | Courtesy M18)

Fogarty Finger used this technique in a model residence sitting room at 40 West 12th in Midtown Atlanta. The space incorporated a black and white themed gallery wall to compliment the black-colored walls. Additionally, moody furniture pieces elevate the space.

Tip 3: SYMMETRY IS KEY

This home at 250 East 21st Street is a new condominium in Gramercy. Here we see a gallery wall with even spacing between the artwork, designed by AD100 firm Ash Staging.

symmetry is key statement art gallery wall Interior at 250 East 21st Street by Ash Staging (Photo by Tim Waltman | Courtesy M18)
Interior at 250 East 21st Street by Ash Staging (Photo by Tim Waltman | Courtesy M18)
Stella Mirror by KOKET

Tip 4: MIX DIFFERENT ART FORMS TO CREATE PERSONAL MEANING

This home, designed by Natalia Miyar, includes a mix of personalized art collection pieces and new and exciting artwork. The pieces mix beautifully to bring personal meaning to the space while also nodding to the home’s overall design aesthetic.

eclectic art gallery wall Interior by Natalia Miyar Atelier (Photo Courtesy M18)
Interior by Natalia Miyar Atelier (Photo Courtesy M18)

Mixing frames and artworks of varying sizes and shapes is a great way to add an additional layer of visual interest to your gallery wall. Not only does this allow you to customize your artwork with frames that best complement each piece, but also offers a multidimensional and curated look that embraces imperfection with the resulting alignment.

electric art in Living room at 53 West 53 designed by RR Interiors Even Joseph ( Photo by Evan Joseph | Courtesy M18)
Living room at 53 West 53 designed by RR Interiors Even Joseph ( Photo by Evan Joseph | Courtesy M18)

Rebecca Robertson of RR Interiors demonstrates this style in an art-centric residence at 53 West 53, Pritzker Prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel’s striking tower above MoMA in New York City. The artworks featured on this gallery wall are part of the extensive museum-worthy collection of 34 original pieces from 12 different countries on display throughout the home.

Tip 6: INCORPORATE ABSTRACT ART TO ATTRACT THE EYE

The use of abstract art within the gallery wall attracts the eye, allowing for actual photos and visual reality paintings to be saved for the bedroom or elsewhere within the home. For example, Interior Marketing Group incorporated these eight paintings directly above the couch within this at-home office space at Rose Hill in the NoMad neighborhood in New York City.

abstract art gallery wall in Interior at Rose Hill designed by Interior Marketing Group (Photo Courtesy Rose Hill | M18)
Interior at Rose Hill designed by Interior Marketing Group (Photo Courtesy Rose Hill | M18)

Wrapping Up

In conclusion, creating eye-catching gallery walls can be exciting and rewarding. By following these six tips, you can transform any space into a captivating showcase of art and personal expression.

Feature Image: Interior at 250 East 21st Street by Ash Staging (Photo by Tim Waltman | Courtesy M18)

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