How to Choose Wall Art for Your Living Room

The living room is where art works hardest. It sets the tone for the whole home, and it is seen every day, in every light.

Start with scale

A common mistake is choosing art that is too small. Above a sofa, aim for a piece roughly two-thirds the width of the furniture beneath it.

Pull colour from the room

Look to your textiles — a cushion, a rug, a throw — and choose a work that echoes one of those tones. It creates harmony without feeling matched.

Choose a mood

Abstract work brings energy; landscapes bring calm. Decide how you want the room to feel before you decide what to hang.