Easy ways to create a gorgeous gallery wall
MAKE AN IMPACT WITH A CLASSIC GRID DESIGN
“The blank space above a couch can be challenging and pricey to fill with one large piece,” notes design pro Dana Dore. “So showcasing a collection of smaller prints in a gallery wall is an easy, eye- catching solution.” And this foliage-themed grid design offers a big impact. To do: Gather prints and frames; measure the space you want to fill. Before hanging, trace frames on paper; cut out. Tape cutouts to wall to perfect placement. Make pencil marks to use as a guide; hang frames.
SHOWCASE STYLE WITH ‘FLOATING’ LEDGES
Ledge displays are easy to hang and allow more freedom with what you present—artwork, mementos, vases, books and the like. You can also swap out items seasonally! To get the look, hang three long white shelves (like Mosslanda, $14, IKEA.COM) and display items on each. For extra dimension, mix up frame sizes and overlap pieces. Tip: Dore suggests finding chic, low-cost frames in your local Facebook Marketplace or at thrift stores or yard sales.
Family photos, favorite sketches and other mementos turn into works of art when they’re showcased in a stylish, galleryinspired display! Here, design pro Dana Dore, founder of Adoredhouse.com, shares her easy, affordable tips for taking any wall space from bare to beautiful!
ADD ELEGANCE WITH A STAIRWAY COLLECTION
All gallery walls bring interest and texture to a space, but they also provide an opportunity to tell a special story or share memories, says Dore. Here, a collection of colorful and black-and-white family photos are arranged in a relaxed, “gathered” look. When creating a stairway gallery, Dore recommends using a variety of frame sizes to make it easier to follow the incline of the stairs. “You’ll want the bottom row of frames to all be hung the same distance from the stair treads.” Tip: When showcasing a photo wall like this, keep frames all one color. This adds structure and cohesively pulls the gallery together.