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Decorating wall space around a large bookcase

6 years ago

In our living room, we have a large armoire/bookcase in the middle of a wall. The horse picture is going in another room. If I hang 3 floating picture frames to replace the horse picture, do I have to do the same on the other side of the bookcase? I just got the floor lamp and it would block any photos hung on that side of the wall. Any ideas are much appreciated!

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  • 6 years ago

    not necessarily; a taller plant or putting your plant on a box/basket to raise, it then put your pictures in the place of existing picture on the left, could work nicely....save your receipts!

    anastasia62 thanked Susan Davis
  • 6 years ago

    Thank you, Susan. I like the idea of raising the plant! I appreciate the help.


  • 6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    The bookcase is large and wondered if it could could be moved to the left and a large piece of art be the focus in the sitting area instead, feeling similar to picture (except your couch is on the right). I’d also move the floor lamp closer to the couch like in picture and place the two stools under the art Wall may feel better balanced - just a thought.




  • 6 years ago

    Thank you! I may play with it a bit.

  • 6 years ago

    My suggestion was going to be move it left also. What is in it? Right now it just looks dark. And all the items look to be the same size. Maybe use peel & stick wallpaper in a light color so the pieces show up more. Also the piece overpowers the space any chance of removing the top molding do it is more square?

  • 6 years ago

    My husband has his mineral and precious gem collection in it. It is backed with a mirror and has lighting within. My concern if I move it left is that the room may feel lopsided...we have the built in bookshelf included in picture below so also heavy. Then the vaulted ceilings. Will change out rug...trying to get rid of yellows.

  • 6 years ago

    I can see the collection better now thanks. Larger rug, sofa facing armoire, chair on each side of armoire

    anastasia62 thanked jck910
  • 6 years ago

    With seeing entire wall, I agree the cabinet should stay where it is. Back to your original question....maybe try two fairly large prints on both sides.


    anastasia62 thanked Maureen
  • 6 years ago

    Thank you, Maureen (which is also my name BTW:) Yes, it is a tricky space and room. There is step down into the dining room and all of it is open. I appreciate the picture you posted with the armoire as I am visual and this look makes more sense. Thanks much!

  • 6 years ago

    you have a lovely space and feels cozy. I might instead consider moving the tall bookcase with the mineral collection to the right some so its closer to the sofa and then hang two pieces of art vertically to the left of the bookcase. if you have a companion piece to the horses they could be placed vertically. another thought is four art pieces of the same size placed in a grid pattern.

    anastasia62 thanked Theresa Janssen
  • 6 years ago

    I really like the bright green in the prints, Beverly, and love how the placement on the wall makes that space look longer rather than just tall...much more balanced. And I have ALWAYS wanted a buffalo check fabric armchair. Now that I can see it, definitely on wish list. Thank you!!!!

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    You're welcome, Anastasia52. The minute I saw your area I knew I had a few items that might be perfect for your room.

    You might want to link everything with green & black toss pillows.

  • 6 years ago

    Beverly, do you have a source for the black background herb prints ? —- BTW, you do soooo much good work here on Houzz . Your knowledge is so expansive and all encompassing. You really nail the issue and give beautiful and viable illustrations/ suggestions every time. I’m sure you must really help so many people on this forum. Just wanted to send you kudos, as I have long admired your expertise in addressing so many varied issues.

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    niccidhg, you've made my Monday!!! : ) As a designer, you gather all this knowledge over the decades and want to impart it to someone, so I do this on Houzz. I try to be realistic and to illustrate layouts for rooms. But I often wonder whether I am reaching anyone out there. So thanks for the compliment.


    Now if I could just figure out a way to spread this content on TikTok, I'd really be happy!!! Any clever person out there with knowledge of how I might do this, let me know.


    Here is a link to the botanicals.

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/276270382/botanical-print-set-collection-botanical?ref=landingpage_similar_listing_top-2

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