Style & Staging Tip #11

On The Wall

There are a few lessons in this picture (from Domino magazine) but what interests me is the very effective use of artwork. Many homes have little or nothing adorning their walls, and great artwork and photography is a perfect way to make a room truly sing. One easy fix is to hit an Ikea or HomeSense and invest, inexpensively, in a few big bold pieces for the walls. Remember to hang them at eye level, not too high. Or, my favourite idea, is to rent some really amazing art from one of the many fantastic galleries about town. Art Interiors is one of my personal favourites (on Spadina Rd.) but there are galleries everywhere. Go in and negotiate a price to rent the pieces and perhaps even ask for some help to hang them. Trios of framed photography are always good looking, but stay away from too many personal photos. Try framing beautiful remnants of fabric or wallpaper for a real on-the-cheap solution for your walls. The options are endless, so go for it and stay tuned for more tips.