Paintings for the living room: +70 inspirations and tips to enhance this environment

A common environment for residents, the room also deserves special care when decorating, combining beauty and style, in addition to all the functionality and tranquility that this space must have.

According to Daniel Szego and Fernanda Sakabe, partners who own the office SZK Arquitetura, when choosing a painting for the living room, one must first observe the size of the environment, the size of the wall and the desired style. “Currently, there are several options and types of frame on the market, from the most classic to examples with a more contemporary style, such as posters, for example”, they declare.

Another factor to be taken into account is the place where the frame will be installed, and care must be taken so that it “does not fight with the rest of the decoration”, the professionals indicate. Also according to them, it is possible to mix different styles of paintings within the same space, just perform composition with similar styles.

how to hang pictures

There are some factors to be taken into account when adding pictures to the wall, in order to ensure a more beautiful and harmonious result. Check out the architects’ tips:

• Size of the environment: according to professionals, it is necessary to respect the style of the environment and its proportion. “Choosing a focal wall within an environment is essential, and what will guide the choice of the piece and its display will be the size of the wall and the intention of using the paintings”, they teach.
• Frame size: “must also be respected within the proportion of the wall to be installed. In the case of wide and high walls, the best option is larger paintings. On long or narrow walls, opt for smaller pieces”, they recommend.
• Height of the wall: as revealed by the duo of architects, the installation of the painting or the composition of paintings must be done according to the wall to be installed as a whole: its height and width. “Walls with double height ceilings or above 3.5m must have larger compositions of images or paintings”, they indicate.
• Height of the person’s gaze: as professionals suggest, for a good view, the center of the composition must be at least 1.60 from the floor – enough height to be above the furniture and at eye level.

How to make a frame composition

According to the architects, it is no longer necessary to use only one painting as an art composition. “There are several compositions of colors, styles and formats that can create a very contemporary look”, they teach.

Also according to professionals, in order to create harmonious compositions it is essential to have defined the style of the paintings and the purpose of it: whether it will be decorative, a composition of colors or portraits with photographs. Here are some suggestions with possibilities for beautiful compositions:

If the option is decorative, the frames can be arranged any way you want: superimposed on a wooden screen, composed according to their format or even side by side, in the most original way.

Professionals recommend keeping a minimum spacing of 3 cm between one frame and another, so as not to cause the sensation of “gluing” on the wall, a rule that also applies in the case of color composition. “As for portraits, it’s nice to always arrange them so that each frame stands out. In this case, asymmetrical combinations or arranged side by side are valid”, they suggest.

Another important recommendation given by the members is that the work must be proportional to the wall or furniture that will be nearby. “If the wall is wider, opt for longitudinal (horizontal) frames. Now, if the wall is narrower, invest in vertical art compositions or a very long painting”, they guide. As they explain, it is important to pay special attention to the balance between shape and size, as the grouped frames must function as a single set.

70 rooms decorated with paintings to inspire you

If you still have doubts about the use of paintings in the decoration of the room, check out a beautiful selection with the most varied styles, options and compositions, and get inspired to change the look of your environment:

1. The frames can match the furniture

2. And also harmonize with the rest of the decor

3. It is worth betting on light tones, already seen by the environment

4. Or choose new tones, bringing new color to the environment

5. An urban look for a more sober style

6. Or a relaxing landscape to guarantee tranquility to the space

7. It is possible to use more than one option, in different places

8. Or decorate with just one piece, for a more discreet look

9. Different cores, same geometry

10. Or with tones present in the environment, but in different ways

11. It is possible to use the same color in different pieces

12. Or opt for complementary colors

13. How about a single landscape in different pieces?

14. Or a painting that complements each other?

15. For those who wish to dare, it is worth supporting the painting on the floor

16. Or in any corner of the room

17. It is possible to mix different concepts and styles

18. Or bet on a look that follows the decorative style of the environment

19. How about creating a gallery full of colors and concepts?

20. Or a harmonic and minimalist composition?

21. For the most classic, nature paintings

22. For the more daring, something more conceptual

23. Warm tones help warm up the room

24. Cooler tones ensure tranquility

25. A fun poster helps to lighten the mood

26. And a black and white engraving helps set the tone

27. Abstract pieces are quite popular

28. Playing with geometric shapes

29. Mixtures of different tones

30. Enhancing the look of the room

31. The chosen theme can be varied

32. Spanning from favorite hobbies

33. Admiration for different cultures

34. Even the reproduction of elements of nature

35. There are options in traditional formats

36. Or asymmetrical, enriching the decor of the room

37. It is possible to play with compositions using different sizes

38. Or standardized formats, resulting in a more harmonic effect

39. While colorful options ensure the highlight is all for you

40. Frames in light tones blend into the decor

41. It is worth betting on unequal items

42. But options that complement each other also have their charm

43. Different themes, colors and formats

44. Or multiple pieces with a single theme

45. How about a nice composition with photographs?

46. ​​Or play with a mix of fun posters?

47. The board can be so large that it resembles a panel

48. Or in reduced size, as a decoration detail

49. Can change the look of any wall

50. Or from any corner of the room

51. Can be positioned above the sofa

52. Ensuring wall prominence

53. On the TV panel, enhancing the look

54. Or on a side wall, together with decorative objects

55. It looks beautiful if used in pairs

56. Whether in a composition with two similar pieces

57. Or with different color and pattern frames

58. The most traditional format is the rectangular one arranged horizontally

59. Allowing for beautiful symmetrical compositions

60. But the other formats are also beautiful

61. Like a beautiful portrait vertically

62. Or even a smaller, square option

63. How about a flatter shape?

64. Or mix different shapes and sizes?

65. For a more understated look, similar frames

66. For those who want something more relaxed, it is worth betting on colored frames

67. Betting on decoration with paintings can change the look of your living room

68. Whether using just one piece

69. Or betting on a beautiful composition

It is worth remembering that the frame also plays a key role in the composition of the environment. “If it is a more classic painting, a thicker and more elaborate frame will emphasize the art”, explain the partners.

In the case of images such as lithographs, woodcuts, watercolors or photographs, a lighter frame is recommended, without forgetting the glass to protect the images. “Glass should not be used in paintings with canvas”, recommend Daniel and Fernanda.