While art has long been considered as something to simply decorate a room, it really should be
viewed as a powerful tool that can seriously shift the vibe of any space. Whether you want to craft a
sanctuary for calm, rev an area up or provide luxurious feel, art can affect what we feel in our home.
Every aspect of art from the textures to the placement, from the colors to the subject matter can be
important to the tone of a room. After constantly hearing how art uplifts a room (and particularly
mine after having had it etched on her brain for over a year!), here are 10 ways art can completely
change the mood of your home.
1. Set the Tone with Color
A piece of art changes the atmosphere of a room immediately based on the color. For example, red,
yellow and orange colors will be energizing and add warmth and also can add excitement to a space.
Because of this, they are ideal for rooms such as the living room and dining room where socializing
and activity is the mainstay. And cooler colors like blue, green, and lavender make for a calm and
tranquil color that you might see fit for a bedroom or in your area for meditation. The fact is that
picking art that tends to have colors that fit the mood you wish to exude will have an immediate,
almost overwhelming effect.
2. Create a Calming Atmosphere
If you want to make an atmosphere of peace and serenity, art can be one of last ways to set the
mood. Nature inspired art paintings of landscapes, oceans, or forests will soothe the mind and make
a room seem more tranquil along with, soft pastel colors. Abstract art with soft elements or water
color paintings can also give a gentle and easy vibe. So, the right trick in selecting the perfect artwork
is to pick an artwork that is not as dark in its tones, the organic shapes and the smooth textures of
these artworks will make the space relaxed and calm.
3. Add Drama and Luxury
A good way to add drama or luxury into a space is with art. Bold pieces, large and dramatic can
transform something ordinary into something extraordinary. Painting or sculpture that is ornate,
vast, or very appealing may be the focal point of the room, and radiate extravagance and
refinement. Rich colors, metallic finishes or ornate frames can make your art more mood enhancing,
and confer a sense of luxury on your space making it seem a little bit more refined and glamorous.
4. Energize a Room with Bold Art
If you want to energize people, go for an art style that has very strong, very bright colors and really
energetic designs. Strong dynamic lines and high contrast colours make for a vibrant and full of life
abstract art to be defined by. In home offices, gym spaces or game rooms, energizing artwork can
motivate, focus, and inspire creativity. Placing one of these bold pieces in an area of a room can give
you the energy and good vibes you need in the space.
5. Personalize Your Space
Nothing changes the mood of a home like art that is meaningful to you. Personal art that you hang
on your walls—whether your photos from around family, travel memorabilia, or custom
pieces—adds that intimate, personal touch to the room. Having this connection to the artwork can
help a space feel a little more welcoming, comfortable, and special. This also allows the room to
have more character and to belong.
6. Introduce Humor and Playfulness
Art can help lighten the mood, and even bring a bit of a sense of humour and playfulness into your
space. Fun colors, shapes, interested subjects can add a whimsical or quirky piece to your home, a
piece with a smile that can lighten your day when you walk into the room. And art, anything from
abstract designs, to playful illustrations, or funny quotes is capable of bringing out joy and laughter
that can turn it into such a happy, joyous place. It’s very effective in family rooms, kids bedrooms or
in any space you want to promote positivity.
7. Create a Sense of Coziness
If you are trying to create a cozy, inviting room, think warm tones, textures or comfort themes in
your art. Vintage framed prints or soft paintings of landscape scenes or works featuring warm
browns, golds or reds bring warmth to a room and it will feel quite snug and intimate. Combining
these pieces with other plush textiles such as soft throws, rugs and cushions adds to the warm, cosy
feeling of the room.
8. If You’re Working with a Small Space, You Can Make it Feel Bigger with Art.
Furthermore, art can also help the space feel more open or cramped. When placing strategically,
large scale artwork can make your room appear bigger. For example, the light is reflected by mirrors
which also open a space and add the illusion of depth and size. Art works of open landscape or
minimalist style can make a small room appear more open and less squeezed.
9. Define and Connect Different Areas
Art can define different space and give it a certain cohesion in the open concept spaces or large
rooms. For instance, a big painting above the sofa fulfills the visual duty, and even a set of smaller
prints in the dining area can help to split up spaces.
10. Stimulate Creativity and Inspiration
Surrounding yourself with stimulating art can be a real source of inspiration and creativity. Abstract
art, colorful designs and thought provoking portraits bring new ideas and ideas to our table. This
type of art can especially be beneficial for a home office or creative studio. It is all about thinking
outside the box, and motivation to getting through anything in a unique way.
Conclusion
There is nothing like art to cheer up a room, and there are few things more powerful than art to put
you in a calm, peaceful, energetic, exciting, sophisticated, luxurious, or just plain feelin’ groovy
mood. Picking the right artwork like floral that’s appropriate for your intended atmosphere can
totally transform an entire room. Art is a great way to change the mood and character of your home,
either through manipulating color, subject matter, scale, or texture. Therefore, the next time you
wish your space have been refreshed, if a new piece of art will do the trick to affect you the perfect
mood.