Think in 3D: Decorating With Sculpture
One of the quickest - and potentially least expensive (though not always) - ways to perk up a room is with artwork. Usually, when I think about adding new artwork to a space, I think of the walls: Where can I add a new painting? What can I replace?
Lately, though, I’ve wondered why I don’t go in for more sculptures. They’re so interesting with their shadows and depth, and they add tons of personality to a room. They can immediately convey so much about the people who use a space.
Sculptures are appropriate in lots of spots around the house, but I like them best in the most highly trafficked spaces - entryways and living rooms. Here are some great examples of how to make the most of sculptures:
Lately, though, I’ve wondered why I don’t go in for more sculptures. They’re so interesting with their shadows and depth, and they add tons of personality to a room. They can immediately convey so much about the people who use a space.
Sculptures are appropriate in lots of spots around the house, but I like them best in the most highly trafficked spaces - entryways and living rooms. Here are some great examples of how to make the most of sculptures:
Totally classic and really striking. I love this neoclassical nude - and the simple pedastal it's on. This entry is the best of classic meets minimal modern.
I love two things about this picture: the way the shelving is set into the wall, and the contrast between the dark interior of the shelves and the bright white walls. It creates a gallery-like feeling, but a soft one. Plus, the owners here did a great job of curating - the mix of the red and white sculptures with the red wall is fantastic.
I think this is a very cool way to pull a collection together. I really like how the similarities in color. You can display tons of very different items as long as they have something in common - and here, that common bond is color.
My love for books as a design element is well established - and here I absolutely love how they're mixed with cool sculptures that look like they might be high-end travel souvenirs. This wall tells a million stories - it's a great conversation-starter.
Sometimes I get caught up thinking that sculpture should be big or immobile - but that's not so. Using a small sculpture as a centerpiece is a cool way to add interest to a dining room table - and it's certainly easier than remembering to buy new flowers every few days!
Paging Alexander Calder. I'm drawn to hanging sculpture - I have something similar to this in my basement, next to a window. It looks cool and I love how it catches the light. In this space, it also draws the eye up to the skylight, which will make the room seems airier and more open.