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empty wall

7 years ago

looking for an artwork or something that would fill up this wall and brighten/lift this room

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philippawright

7 years ago

Go for something with some texture and colour and possibly round or non symmetrical as the space feels a bit hotel like at present. Once you have chosen the art pick up the colours in your soft furnishings.

I would head towards a warmer palette as you have on the tiled wall and consider changing the light shades to blend with your new accent colour.

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Mark Diab
Original Author
7 years ago
can you give me any ideas Phillipa? really struggling. I feel like the art work is going to make or break this room
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Jennifer
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I wouldn't be putting art between the windows, I think it will be too busy. I agree with Phillipa in that there is a need for texture or softening. You could achieve this by adding a faux fur throw or some big mohair cushions ?

I'd suggest looking at some big plant pots too...fiddle leaf, that kind of thing with some height. I think plants would also bring some colour and tall plants will elongate the room.
petapea
7 years ago
last modified: 7 years ago
I'm inclined to agree with Mel N (adding artwork will make it too busy) but a potplant is not possible with the current positioning of the couch either (though I would try and add some leafy green somewhere, maybe one of the corners). What about some soft sheer curtains hung above each window and to the floor? That would get rid of the boxy look of those windows and also add texture and further elegance to the room (lovely ottoman by the way!!)
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Agreed petapea....I was thinking sheers also, might mean moving the lovely lamp tables a bit?. The lamps are beautiful, but I would change the shades to a lighter colour ( like the taupe in one of the cushions). Sorry, should of been more specific about plants- the corner near the TV and lamp table.

It needs to be tall and big. The room is lovely but needs some height.
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7 years ago
Like this concept, especially if you have great lighting reflecting in mirror, like the curtains too
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Lisa Madigan is a local Sydney artist and has some stunning round abstract art which would be lovely...

http://www.lisamadigan.com.au/content/voyage

She may even do custom colours and sizes on request?
Mark Diab
Original Author
7 years ago
love love the artwork! thank you. I will check it out
philippawright
7 years ago
Hi Mark,

Lisa's work would look good but I would like to see some warmer colours in there.

If you have any current pieces try them to help you define what you like and the proportion needed.

Until you find the right thing - [on Appro hopefully] you could pick up a vintage mirror to reflect some light . You could pick up on your metallic tones in the table bases. Oval or round would look good and don't be afraid to go a bit fancy or ornate to pick up the luxe vibe in the ottoman.[ which is crying out for a faux fur throw]

Set aside some time to wander in some galleries to see what you like but equally there are a number of online galleries and you can choose your framing - but I would avoid too much black. If you go to a framer with your piece take some snaps of the space to help them advise you- many framers are artists and have a good eye for detail and balance.

I would add some textured rust / copper toned cushions to warm up the scheme.

You may find that dealing with these details removes the need for artwork until you make a magic find one day- it doesn't have to happen immediately - the best art is the piece you stumble upon and just have to have.

Good luck
KK1000
7 years ago
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Kilim cushions
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Sonja Robar - Abstract Artist
7 years ago
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Hi Mark,

You definitely need a splash of colour in this room - perhaps some textured multi-coloured vibrant cushions (to complement the artwork) and plants, plants, plants!

Mark, I create Australian made contemporary abstract artworks at affordable prices, which are custom made to size. Perhaps one of these works resonates with you?
At least they will give you an idea as to what colours you would or would not like to see in your space.

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It's a very cool toned room at the moment and it really, in my opinion, needs some warmth, oranges, yellows, reds. A warm toned blanket/rug draped over the large ottoman, for example can help bring some life into the room.

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