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Finding The Best Pieces for Over Your Bed

Your bedroom is your sacred space. It is a place where you relax, unwind, and get some much-needed rest. It is your personal oasis, and its design should reflect all of those things to ensure that you get the stylish sanctuary of your dreams. An integral aspect of that design is the artwork you incorporate in your space, so today we are sharing some things to consider when searching for the best piece(s) for above your bed. Don’t worry, we’ve got you and your bedroom walls covered!

Style:

The style of your art pieces should, of course, reflect the interior design style of your space.  Abstract art is perfect for bringing modern and chic vibes, while landscapes introduce serene and calming feelings into your bedroom.  And photography is a great way to add personal touches to your wall or transport you to a destination, near or far, while you relax.  Once you have pinpointed your dream design, finding the perfect art piece will help you execute it.

Artwork featured is “A New Tune” by Liz Jardine

Size:

Sometimes bigger is better! A large composition makes for a great statement above your bed, and can easily energize or calm your space.  The size of your piece will depend, of course, on your wall space, but always make sure that the image is high enough above your bed so you don’t bump it!

Photograph featured is by Aaron Matheson (Alt v1)

Number:

You can also use the open wall space to add a triptych or a collection of different images. This can help break up a large, bare wall, while keeping the space cohesive. Curate a gallery wall around your bed to incorporate personal photos with your art, or just hang a couple pieces. The sky is the limit (well the ceiling is, but you know what we mean)!

Triptych of “Continuation” by Lisa Ridgers

Color:

Whatever the color palette of your room, the color in your art pieces can help set the mood of your bedroom and tie in small accent pieces.  Blues and greens can have a cool and calming effect, neutrals and browns can provide a feeling of naturalness and comfort, and grays and black can give your space a sophisticated and elegant feel.  Whether bright and vibrant or serenely simplified, color can define your oasis so go bold or stay neutral but, most importantly, make sure it reflects you!

Photograph featured is by Nancy Crowell

 

All of the pieces featured in these photos are available in our Print-On-Demand and Photography collection.  Some areas of our website are password-protected. If you are a member of the trade but don’t have full access to our website, www.thirdandwall.com, please contact us at customerservice@thirdandwall.com.

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