Gorgeous Gallery Wall Inspiration to Elevate Wall Space

Shannon Quinn - April 28, 2022
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Gorgeous Gallery Wall Inspiration to Elevate Wall Space
Shelving allows for layers of design on both sides of a fireplace. Credit: The 36th Avenue

11. 36th Avenue Wall

This next gallery wall is very different than a lot of what we’ve seen on this list so far, because the artwork is arranged on shelving in front of wainscoting. When you put artwork on shelves, it gives you the ability to layer everything and add more pieces than you would if you had hung them on the wall. This homeowner seems to have gone with a color story to include mostly black and white in the prints they have chosen, with the occasional pops of color throughout. The colors match the rest of the room’s aesthetic, and it really all ties together beautifully.

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Each of these art pieces is tastefully curated as part of the picture wall. Credit: Pop Talk

10. Mrs. Weatherbee’s Pops of Color

Most of the time, when you see a gallery wall, it’s on a white or beige wall. This is an example of how you can have a color on the wall, and it still works out incredibly well with the different colors that show up in the artwork. The robin’s egg blue wall looks beautiful with the photographs of the ocean and the sky. But the other photos with green images of nature also look great, because obviously blue and green are together all the time in the real world. Just remember to have fun with your project, and worry too much about clashing with the wall colors.

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This wall seems as though it took a lifetime to collect its contents. Credit: My Domaine

9. Go For An Eclectic Style

An interior designer named J.P. Horton created this gallery wall in her home. Contrary to the advice given by practically everyone else, J.P. suggests not planning out too much what will go on your wall. She doesn’t even recommend measuring or plotting out where the photos will go. During an interview, she said, “”I think a gallery wall works best with the least amount of planning possible. Collect art that speaks to you, and it will work together because you personally chose it. Uniform framing is great for a series of prints, but otherwise, your art will be all shapes and sizes, and therefore should fit together more like a puzzle than a grid. I have found that eyeballing placements can actually be more effective than rigorously measuring it out.”

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The console table plays well with accessorizing the picture wall. Credit: My Domaine

8. A Modern Mix

An interior designer named Laura Hur created this modern gallery wall. The shapes and sizes of the pieces are all different, and the artwork that sits on the credenza complement the gallery very well. Hur said, “I think that the most successful gallery walls showcase artwork that has been collected over time, rather than deciding you want a gallery wall and purchasing all of the art right before you install it. Successful gallery walls are personal and tell the story of the home’s occupants. Ideally, the artwork included serves as a pleasant or even emotional reminder of different stages and places in our lives—something we want to recall every time we look at that piece of art.”

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This living room is filled with bold and colorful art prints. Credit: Capital FM

7. Illustration Medley

Art is so inspiring, it’s sometimes hard to pick just one of our favorite prints. That’s why a gallery wall is so brilliant. You can display an entire collection all at once. This example shows a lot of colorful prints that the homeowner has collected over time. The frames are not identical, so it adds to the eclectic spirit of the project. It truly compliments the blue velvet chairs that are in this living room. There’s nothing boring about this space!

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This feminine living room is filled with neutral tones and epic art prints. Credit: Gemma Louise

6. Feminine Living Room

It’s rare to describe a gallery wall as “sexy”, but that’s exactly how his feminine arrangement feels. A small living room space is made to feel elevated with the images hanging above an L-shaped couch. The designer of this wall, Gemma Louise, gave some advice on her blog. “ I don’t think there is a wrong way to create a gallery wall. I’ve seen beautiful gallery walls that are made up of what you may think would be clashing prints and frames, and they actually look insane. I really think it’s about how you arrange them and not what you arrange them with.”

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The art on this wall is black, white, and gold. Credit: Sunset

5. Western Artist Wall

This stunning gallery wall is filled with black and white prints. The collection comes from Western artists, and it perhaps shows in the aesthetic of the home itself. Bamboo, black, and gold frames are all mixed together on the wall. Unlike most gallery walls, this one barely leaves any space between the images.

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This bright yellow room is filled with a rainbow of colors. Credit: Audenza

4. The Yellow Wall

A blog called Audenza featured a home of a woman named Amara who made her rental completely colorful and whimsical. This yellow wall and couch looks amazing with the rainbow of prints that are featured on the walls. When asked to give tips on gallery walls, Amara said, “I love a gallery wall especially in the room where you entertain guests because they can often become a talking point. A great gallery wall, in my eyes, always needs a whimsical element! Choose prints and artwork which invite the eye to explore the details. It is meant to make a statement, so don’t hesitate to make it loud. A little renters tip, if you aren’t allowed to drill nails in the walls, choose lightweight frames with plastic front instead of glass so you can hang them easily with adhesive hooks.”

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This living room is tied together with cohesive shades of red. Credit: Apartment Therapy

3. Shades of Red

For those of you who want to have a color story, look no further than this photograph. You can see how the shades of red in the paintings tie in with the furniture in this room, as well as the red on the accent pillows. Technically, nothing is matching perfectly, and yet it looks cohesive as if everything was done with intention.  If you want more tips on making a timeless gallery wall, check this one out on Apartment Therapy.

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This gallery wall practically transports you to another world. Credit: Real Simple

2. Eclectic Arrangement

This eclectic gallery wall comes from Real Simple magazine. They recommend finding an anchor piece first, and then use that to build upon with more pictures. In this photo, you can see that they even used a plant as part of the decor. If you are interested in buying any of the pieces from this gallery wall, check out the list of prices on Real Simple.

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This is a brilliant way to display a poster collection. Credit: The Nordroom

1. Dining Room Mix

Normally, I would say that hanging a poster on a wall could become tacky very quickly. (Especially without a frame) But in this case, it works incredibly well together. When you choose  a poster, don’t just default to your favorite band or movie. Look at how these works of art are amazing prints when they’re in a larger size. This dining room space will never be boring again.

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