Frames for the room: +70 inspirations and tips to spice up this environment

Environment of common use to residents, the room also deserves special care at the time of its decoration, combining beauty and style, as well as all the functionality and tranquility that this space should have.

According to Daniel Szego and Fernanda Sakabe, owners of SZK Arquitetura, when choosing a room frame, you should first look at the size of the room, the size of the wall and the desired style. "There are currently several options and types of paintings on the market, from the most classic to the most contemporary, such as posters," they declare.

Another factor to be taken into consideration is the place where the frame will be installed, taking care that it "does not fight with the rest of the decoration", indicate the professionals. Also according to them, it is possible to mix different styles of frames within the same space, just make composition with similar styles.


How to hang frames

There are some factors to consider when adding frames to the wall to ensure a more beautiful and harmonious result. Check out the tips of the architects:

  • Room Size: According to the professionals, it is necessary to respect the style of the environment and its proportion. "Choosing a focal wall within an environment is essential, and what will guide the choice of the piece and its display, will be the size of the wall and the intention of using the frames," they teach.
  • Frame Size: It must also be respected within the proportion of the wall to be installed. For wide and tall walls, larger frames are the best option. Already in long or narrow walls, opt for smaller arts ?, they recommend.
  • Wall Height: As the pair of architects reveal, the installation of the painting or the composition of paintings must be done according to the wall to be installed as a whole: its height and width. "Walls with double ceiling height or above 3.5m should have larger image compositions or paintings," they indicate.
  • Height of person look: As professionals suggest, for a good view, the center of the composition should be at least 1.60 from the floor? high enough to stand above the furniture and at eye level.

How to make a frame composition

According to architects, it is no longer necessary to use only one painting as an art composition. "There are several color compositions, styles and formats that can create a very contemporary look," they teach.

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Still according to professionals, to create harmonious compositions it is essential to have defined the style of the paintings and the purpose of the same: whether it will be decorative, a composition of colors or portraits with photographs. Check out some suggestions with possibilities of beautiful compositions:

If the option is decorative, the frames can be arranged any way you like: overlaid on a wooden screen, made to shape or even tiled in the most original way.

Professionals recommend keeping a minimum spacing of 3cm between one frame and the other so as not to create a "glue" feel. on the wall, a rule that also applies in the case of color composition. “For portrait frames, it's nice to always arrange them so that each frame has its highlight. Is it worth in this case the asymmetric or side-by-side combinations ?, they suggest.


Another important recommendation given by the partners is that the work should be proportional to the wall or furniture that will be nearby. • If the wall is wider, opt for longitudinal (horizontal) frames. Now, if the wall is narrower, invest in vertical art compositions or a very long frame, they advise. As they explain, it is important to pay special attention to the balance between shape and size, as grouped frames should function as a single set.

70 rooms decorated with paintings to inspire you

If you still have questions regarding the use of paintings in the decoration of the room, check out a beautiful selection with the most varied styles, options and compositions, and be inspired to change the look of your environment:

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1. Frames can match with furniture

2. And also harmonize with the rest of the decoration

3. It is worth betting on light tones, already seen by the environment

4. Or choose new shades, bringing new color to the environment.

5. An urban look for a more sober style

6Or a relaxing landscape to guarantee tranquility to the space

7. You can use more than one option in different locations

8. Or decorate with just one piece for a more discreet look

9. Core Different, Same Geometry

10. Or with shades present in the environment, but different shapes

11. Is it possible to use the same color in different pieces

12. Or choose complementary colors

13. How about a single landscape in different pieces?

14. Or one painting that complements the other?

15. For those who wish to dare, it is worth supporting the painting on the floor

16. Or anywhere in the room

17. You can merge different concepts and styles.

18. Or bet on a look that follows the decorative style of the environment

19. How about creating a gallery full of colors and concepts?

20. Or a harmonic, minimalist composition?

21. For the most classic, nature paintings

22. For the bolder, something more conceptual

23. Warm tones help warm the room

24. The cooler tones guarantee peace of mind

25. A fun poster helps unwind the environment

26. And a black and white print helps set the tone

27. Abstract pieces are quite popular

28. Playing with Geometric Shapes

29. Mixtures of different shades

30. Increasing the look of the room

31. The chosen theme can be varied

32. Spanning from favorite hobbies

33. Admiration for Different Cultures

34. Until the reproduction of elements of nature

35. There are options in traditional formats.

36. Or asymmetric, enriching the decoration of the room

37. You can play with compositions using different sizes.

38. Or standard formats, resulting in a more harmonic effect

39. While colorful options ensure the full highlight for you

40. Light-toned frames blend into the decor

41. Worth betting on unequal items

42. But complementary options also have their charm

43. Different themes, colors and formats

44. Or multiple single-themed pieces

45. How about a beautiful composition with photographs?

46. ​​Or play with a mix of fun posters?

47. The board may be so large that it resembles a panel

48. Or reduced in size as a decoration detail

49. Can change the look of any wall.

50. Or from any corner of the room

51. Can be positioned above sofa

52. Ensuring prominence to the wall

53. On the tv panel, enhancing the look

54. Or on a side wall, in conjunction with decorative objects

55. Looks great if used in pairs

56. Whether in a two-piece composition

57. Or with different color frames and patterns

58. The most traditional format is the horizontally arranged rectangular

59. Allowing beautiful symmetrical compositions

60. But the other formats are also beautiful

61. Like a beautiful upright frame

62. Or even a smaller square option

63. How about a flatter shape?

64. Or mix different shapes and sizes?

65. For a more discreet look, similar frames

66. For those who want something more relaxed, it is worth betting on colored frames

67. Able to cover a variety of decorative styles

68. Betting on picture decor can change the look of your room

69. Whether using only one piece

70. Or betting on a beautiful composition

Remember that the frame also plays a key role in the composition of the environment. "If it's a more classic painting, a thicker, more elaborate frame will emphasize art," the partners explain.

For images such as lithograph, woodcut, watercolor or photographs, a lighter frame is recommended, not forgetting the glass for image protection. "Glass should not be used in paintings with paintings", recommend Daniel and Fernanda.

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