A grouping of frames does more than add decoration to a room. A gallery wall lets you surround yourself with images that tell the story of where you've been and the people who are important to you. Explore this guide for some of our favorite arrangements and simple tips to help you build a frame wall.
GRID
A simple grid is the easiest way to fill a wall and to build on over time. This design creates a strong, modern focal point.
- Consider the grouping of frames as one piece and center it over your furniture. If there's no furniture along the wall, balance the composition with the entire wall space, top to bottom and left to right.
- Leave an even amount of space (about two inches) between each frame for consistency.
MIXED GRID
This arrangement balances a feeling of movement with symmetry. You can easily add to this arrangement over the years.
- Leave approximately five inches from the top of the piece of furniture to the bottom of your lowest frame.
- Use just two frame sizes to create this pattern, which aligns the frames to a vertical or horizontal axis.
HORIZONTAL
A row of frames makes a strong graphic statement and visually widens the room.
- Give your arrangement a unified look by using images in a cohesive color palette.
- To ensure your frames are in scale whether you're sitting or standing, leave about six inches from the highest point of your sofa cushions to the bottom of the frames. Fluff, then measure.
ECLECTIC
Mix styles and sizes for a unique, collected-over-time look that works in spaces large or small.
- When mixing frame sizes and style, choose similar images to create a more cohesive look.
- Align frame edges along a vertical or horizontal axis so your arrangement looks deliberate, not messy.
VERTICAL
Great for smaller areas, this layout lets you mix sizes and shapes along a centered vertical line.
- Consider using a frame that spans two-thirds of the width of your furniture for a balanced look.
- Leave about four and one-half inches from the top of your furniture to the bottom of the lowest frame.
VERSATILE
Using picture ledges allows you to rearrange as often as you like without rehanging anything.
- Hang a ledge about 10 inches from the highest point of your sofa to allow head clearance when seated.
- Overlap at least one frame or add small decorative items for even more dimension.
STAIRCASE
This classic arrangement makes the most of a wall that sees a lot of traffic and draws the eye upward.
- Leave about 10 inches between each step and the bottom of the frames for ease of dusting or vacuuming.
- Get started by centering a large frame on the middle step, hanging the frame so the center is at eye level (about 58 inches high).
Source: RoomAndBoard.com
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