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wall decor in kitchen

8 years ago
I have an empty wall in-between my kitchen and living room that I need to decorate. I thought I would getting a black and white long horn would give it more of a farm house feel but now I’m not sure if I’m liking it. Yes or no?
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  • 8 years ago

    Nice space! I don't think the shape is right - I go with something about the same width but at least double the length.

  • 8 years ago

    Yes, a nice space but that piece isn't working for me. Along with ninigret, I think you need something with a touch of color.

    One suggestion...the center of whatever art you hang there should be no more than 60" from the floor.

  • 8 years ago
    That's a cute picture but a bit of wood would really bring out a warmer farmhouse vibe.

    What about a round wood mirror maybe with a small bench or something along the wall?
  • 8 years ago

    No. There is never a good place to hang a picture of a cow, especially near food or where people eat. Bad message in a variety of ways. I think you're getting sucked into hanging it there because you think the colors match with your space. Plus that "art" is too small for that wall. I would not hang "flat" art there, I would put something that has more depth and more visual interest whether that ends up being wood open shelves or an iron or wood thin shelving unit or a decorative piece that has some depth to it. No mirrors there either, that makes no sense.

  • 8 years ago

    You are missing a great opportunity to add a bit of color and texture to your room. The whole room doesn't need to be gray.




  • 8 years ago

    Don't see much in the way of a farmhouse vibe except maybe the apron sink and the wood chandy. The cow won't make it a farmhouse, but a barn!

  • 8 years ago
    How cute you are! I say no to the art, agree you need a different shape there!
  • 8 years ago


    I always like Renoir in a busy home area.. So soft, simple and easy to look at! It comes in the larger sizes too. With your wall space, you could put a shelf or some sort of console table below the picture to use as a server when company comes or as a place to display heirloom kitchen items you may own from family or dear neighbors in times past, etc etc.. To display a 3d real version of the picture below it, is also pretty cool, I see you have a vase with flowers on your counter...<https://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Gallery-Wrapped-Canvas/featured/29436/subcat.html?featuredproduct=18971029&featuredoption=31800297&kid=9553000357392&track=pspla&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=25020247-000-001&cnc=US&cid=248927&type=pla&gclid=CjwKCAjwwdTbBRAIEiwAYQf_E3kA4Xov4k2z4yWL2JLQ40qyfps7oWBMhlxilo6vOozKaJZ0IgLwBRoCG3kQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=CM_P2rns8twCFVWvTwodMrYKpA>; You may have something else in mind, but vintage art, is a nice way to soften any busy home area and there are alot of landscapes too, and still lifes, some of which may reflect the areas your home is better than others? Just another idea...Such a nice home!!

  • 8 years ago
    Congratulations! :)
  • 8 years ago
    I say if you like it, go for it! I like pictures of unexpected beasts (I have a portrait of a pig in my family room :D). Looks like you may have other things on your mind soon anyway... I would just hang it a bit lower than where you’re holding it.
  • 8 years ago
    I say add colour and ditch the cow. I love your space!
  • 8 years ago
    Thank you all for your suggestions. I figured something wasn’t right. If I were to add floating wood shelves to that wall wouldn’t I need something below it? Piece of furniture? What would you suggest?
  • 8 years ago

    You would want to put a bench? or a console table, that is narrow, beneath floating shelves so no one would run into them right out the door, probably. Even a bookcase for cookbooks, or soon to be, childrens toys & books, on an open shelf unit or toybox, might be a very nice addition to the area.

  • 8 years ago

    BTW, the best height to hang art that's not displayed over something like a desk or sofa is so the middle of the art is 60 inches from the floor. That's "eye level".


  • 8 years ago

    Shouldn't you be heading to the hospital? : }

  • 8 years ago

    https://jet.com/product/Better-Homes-and-Gardens-16-Cube-Storage-Organizer-Multiple-Colors/217ead64c28c48c4bb0993b973da288c This may be too tall, for your area? but these styles come in many colors and configurations.

  • 8 years ago

    A vertical format is better than a horizontal. The wall is too narrow for that picture.

  • 8 years ago
    I would t necessarily put up shelves. I think a vertical art piece would look great.
  • 8 years ago
    Picking up on your coral flowers....as others have said a little color would be so nice
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  • 8 years ago
    What about Bessie the cow?
  • 8 years ago

    I agree with others that some colorful art would be so nice. You might then consider an interesting storage chest of some sort to ground the art and be used for the baby’s toys, books and blankets. Not knowing your preferences very well ( you mentioned farmhouse and the room has very contemporary counter stools ) , the following are just for inspiration. You could go eclectic with something like this charming rustic piece or more contemporary. A cabinet could double as a server for when you are entertaining.


  • 8 years ago
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    So sorry, Anna. Could not get my photos to load. Houzz has completely changed their format from what I was previously doing on the app on my iPad. I will have to figure out the new process. At any rate, wishing you the best and much joy with your new baby .



  • 8 years ago

    I like the longhorn pic, but I think it needs a bench underneath it.

    these two together would look nice.

    or if no bench, how about a few plants? ( and don't hang the pic too high. eye level to the middle of the pic is where it should be hung)


    some other options. if you want more color, do the color cow or elephant



    or do something like this




    any of these options finish off the space much better than just hanging that picture too high.

  • 8 years ago

    Here is the one cabinet



  • 8 years ago
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    Here are the rest I was trying to load last night -





  • 8 years ago
    Here is the other cabinet-
  • 8 years ago
    It’s always nice to have some greenery in the room-
  • PRO
    8 years ago

    Maybe one of these original artworks would add some texture and contrast to your wall.


    http://www.pooviartgallery.com




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  • PRO
    8 years ago

    Agree, no to the art there and you and your baby bump are adorable... Have you thought about an arrangement of antlers for the 3 dimensional look to give you a farmhouse feel to your already beautiful space. Not necessarily in that spot but somewhere else possibly. Best of luck.

  • 8 years ago

    Good spot for baby swing.

  • 8 years ago

    HI -- You are adorable but why not use that wall space for a collection of Baby photos ????

  • 8 years ago
    Nothing about your furnishing says farm. Find something with a soft splash of color. Something in muted tones--not anything vibrant.
  • 8 years ago

    If you want a standing piece of furniture there under open shelves, like some sort of sideboard piece, you could make that work. But I wouldn't put a bench there, no one is ever going to sit there so that makes no sense.

  • PRO
    8 years ago

    I like the suggestions

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    for vertical art and incorporating some more wood. You could consider a reclaimed wood frame for whatever art you choose...you can see one of our photographs in such a frame here. Best wishes with new family member; beautiful home!

  • PRO
    8 years ago

    I absolutely love the art! That longhorn in black and white looks right at home with your soft pallet of gray and white..trendy and fun in a few years change him out..I say why not:) if a bit of color is wanted add a floating frame in a blue or any color you love. Here is one of my clients family room open to kitchen...

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