How to Mix Fine Art with Decorative ObjectsA room feels considered when artwork and decorative objects speak to one another without looking identical. A large oil painting can bring depth to a…
Mirrors as art for Australian homes and workplacesThe best uses of mirrors as art in a design scheme go beyond checking an outfit. When a reflective surface is treated as a sculptural object, it can become a…
How to Approach Art for an Eclectic InteriorAn eclectic interior feels collected rather than decorated in a single session. It may bring together a mid-century lounge, a handwoven rug, a contemporary…
Why artist biographies add value to your collectionAn artwork can be visually arresting before a visitor knows anything about its maker. A broad horizon, a charged portrait or a field of vivid colour may draw…
How to choose a statement piece that anchors a roomA statement piece is more than the largest artwork in a room. It is the visual anchor that gives the eye a clear place to land, then allows furniture, colour…
How to Incorporate Small Sculptures into BookshelvesBookshelves are practical storage, but they also create one of the most useful display settings in a home. A carefully placed small sculpture can interrupt…
How to Measure Art Placement for a Staircase WallMeasuring art placement for a staircase wall means planning around a surface people see while moving, turning and looking back. The artwork should feel…
Why some interiors look better with no art at allAn empty wall can read as restraint, confidence or a missing layer, depending on the room. In many Australian homes, that distinction comes down to proportion:…