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What to do with massive BLANK wall in living area??HELP!

7 years ago

Living area...imagined filling it with family photos, started and then got stuck. Need help. Provided pics of all angles of room. I do ha e artwork and various pieces that I can show if you are interested. What would you do?? What would you do with this room. Would like to keep leather furniture bc big investment from RH. Help please!






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  • 7 years ago

    I've saved this photo for possible next house that would work with that large space and would fit your furnishings. Very large pieces.



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    urhiney thanked JustDoIt
  • 7 years ago
    The group of pictures is nice, but it is lost on such a large wall. If you have some large paintings, they should go on large walls. The small pictures will work on a smaller wall area. Having them right next to a light switch is also not a good idea. Scale the art according to the size of the wall areas....big on big, small on small.
    urhiney thanked felizlady
  • 7 years ago
    last modified: 7 years ago

    to start you need a console table way longer, double size. In my opinion a built in would be better. If you want a gallery wall you need to embrace the idea, the ones you are using are not doing the work

    urhiney thanked dyliane
  • 7 years ago

    I agree a much large TV console would help a lot, even if the TV is not centered on the console, it will ground whatever you put on the left. You should only decorate up to normal room height, usually 8 ft. Above that means you need to crane your neck. I think your family pictures are too small and may suit the stairway wall better. Once you decide and post whether or not you are considering a larger console you will get better ideas for the wall space.

    urhiney thanked jck910
  • 7 years ago
    Major large art is needed. While expensive, a Zuber or DeGournay wallpaper mural would look smashing.
    urhiney thanked jbtanyderi
  • 7 years ago
    last modified: 7 years ago

    I would create a faux fireplace where your TV is w. a ceiling-height over-mantle with a natural-looking stone veneer & a dramatic mantle. Then the space to the left wouldn't be so expansive & you could continue adding to your current photo group as you go. You have a lovely home!

    urhiney thanked themrscooper
  • 7 years ago

    Like this?



  • 7 years ago

    I also have this



  • 7 years ago
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    Beautiful art is the way to go. Start with the painting your already have once you move your family photos. Then start to look around for art work in subjects, styles, and colors you like. Don't be afraid to go big. I don't think decorative grill work and such will have nearly the impact as a bold piece of art.

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    urhiney thanked housegal200
  • 7 years ago

    Perhaps a large entertainment center and a little artwork above it like as in this photo.


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  • 7 years ago

    What a lovely home! If it was my home, I would: 1. Untie the curtains so they hang straight. 2. Move the sofa to the window. 3. Move the chairs to either face the sofa OR in an L formation opposite the sofa on the side closest to the kitchen (place a round table between them) 4. Move the tv cabinet a little to the left and add high cabinets on either side that match the tv unit so it appears as 1 larger unit. 5. Replace the hanging “boob” light with something larger and lower it considerably. 6. Move the beautiful family photos to a smaller wall in the house but place them a little closer together.

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  • 7 years ago

    Housegal200..... would these pieces of art need to be framed?

  • PRO
    7 years ago
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    Scale needed.

    Something Cohesive to bring it all together, either with similar framing, colors, & or

    Big pictures would be nice, too.


    or





  • 7 years ago

    What about these two pics side by side. They are 40x40 each, so would cover some good wall amount. They are not framed though

  • 7 years ago
    last modified: 7 years ago

    Those are beautiful. Where did you get them?


    No, you don't need to frame original art. Many artists "wrap around" their painting to the sides. Many original paintings aren't framed. The art works I posted are just to give you an idea of bold art that would work in that space. Here are some sources of oversized art to get you started. See what you're drawn to in terms of subjects, style, and colors.

    https://www.icanvas.com/giantart.html?product=canvas&sort=popular

    Etsy has oversized art from individual artists and galleries:

    https://www.etsy.com/market/oversized_wall_art

    Over time, as you settle into your new home, think about going local art fairs, open studios, local gallery openings and shows to support artists from you area. It takes awhile to figure out what subjects and styles you're drawn to. For now, online sources may work for you and give you immediate satisfaction for that space. Beautiful art is one of the most enhancing things you can add to your home, but it takes awhile to develop your personal taste. I forgot to say, your choices of furnishings and wall color are wonderful.

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  • PRO
    7 years ago

    So absolutely none of your seating faces the TV.


    I think your seating arrangement is not correct for the room. You have not posted all the walls, but living rooms that have a staircase wall often use that wall for the TV. That way there will be less wall to cover and the TV will be more appropriately sized.


    Your chandelier is too small and mounted too high in the room IMO





    urhiney thanked BeverlyFLADeziner
  • 7 years ago

    Beverly, thank you. The stairway doesn't have enough room, but I wish that idea would work. I don't like the idea of a big tv in LR but husband does. The chairs are swivel so the helps. The couch doesn't fit on window wall without being forward quite a bit. The leather furniture is RH and was a big investment for us that fit our last house well. It doesn't fit that great here but can't imagine getting rid of it bc of $$$$. Excuse messy picture, I've been sick and piled up on couch.

  • 7 years ago
    You need a bigger piece of art. The small pictures only chop up the space.
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  • PRO
    7 years ago

    I would go for a wall mural! It looks stunning to add art on a pattern, just look at the below for example. Blooming by Rebel Walls. Also a couple of other designs that I think would suit your space. Happy to help you find your perfect match if you'd like me to. Have a nice day! Emma at rebelwalls.com





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  • 7 years ago
    last modified: 7 years ago

    Hi Emma, how interesting! I would love to pursue that idea. I'm adding a few pics to show you the texture of my walls as well as, the rounded corners, rather than straight edge to see what your thoughts are. I looked at your website and love the ideas presented!

  • PRO
    7 years ago
    last modified: 7 years ago

    Visual proportions in a tall ceiling place is a challenge. Need height & grand scale to compliment the space.

    1 way is to add molding or wainscoting








    Sometimes trim big "box spaces" then color wall within then hang art within


    Shelving



  • PRO
    7 years ago

    Big pictures, but be careful not to overclutter or not have something that pulls it togeather





    vertical


    or a whole bunch put togeather in a group to look like 1 piece a far




  • PRO
    7 years ago

    I vote for a painting or two, plus shelving. You can never have enough art or storage. ;-)

  • PRO
    7 years ago

    Glad you like it! Rounded corners are not a problem, only the wall might need some smoothing with spackle or similar, to prepare the wall for the paste and an even result. If you wouldn't mind, please email hello@rebelwalls.com and ask for me, and I will help you via email. Thanks! Emma

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  • PRO
    7 years ago

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


    Attached some pictures to give you better idea :) I hope it will help to decor your space :)




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