What is art?
There are many definitions since the word is used in many ways, but when referring to visual art, it’s defined as “the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power.”
And that’s what this section of our site is all about but in a more applied manner for houses. Art can be a terrific addition to any home. For example, my wife and I recently went to an open house and while the house was pretty nice, it was elevated due to the many original artworks on the wall as well as sculptures throughout. Art elevated the home and it can elevate your home.
You don’t have to spend millions on art to make your home more beautiful as this part of our site will show. A few hundred dollars is a good starting point. Enjoy.
Hanging pictures and other heavy objects on a plaster wall can lead to nails and bolts being pulled out of the wall or whole chunks of the plaster being pulled off the wall. These are difficult and costly to repair. Heavy objects can be hung on a plaster wall with the right tools and methods. …
Art on the wall is the finishing touch every home needs, and its important to use the right nails to put them up, so they stay up! There are so many different kinds of frames used to hold art, and as well as many types of walls. From a metal frame with glass interior, to …
The entire world is going digital, and art isn’t any different! Gone are the days when artists needed a paper canvas to bring their creativity to life. Technology has provided a plethora of digital tools and mediums for artists in recent years. It is safe to say that digital art is here to stay! Whether …
Picture frames first existed in Egypt in AD 50-70 and were found in an Egyptian tomb. The hand-carved wooden frames that we can recognize as such were first developed in the 12th to 13th centuries. Just like many frames today, the early versions were made of wood. While we use picture frames today to complement …
Take a minute and think about all the places that you’ve visited. Now, think about those places minus the art. Would they be the same? Certainly not! Life would be depressingly boring without art. Art has been used as a means to express oneself since ancient times. Do you remember reading about drawings and paintings …
Wall art is an essential part of interior design but it is often treated as an afterthought most of the time. Once the paint has dried and the furniture has been arranged, people then think of adding a little something to their walls. What they don’t realize is that wall art can artfully transform their interior …
Plain and blank walls are boring, and boring walls are no fun. When decorating homes, most people focus on the furniture and often forget to give the walls any attention. Walls are usually painted with a color that goes with the theme of the room or plastered with wallpaper. However, what they don’t realize is that hanging the right piece …
Home décor is an exciting thing to do. Everyone loves to have a home that is well-decorated. A home is a place that belongs to you. It is the place you wake up in and the place to unwind at the end of the day. Having a stylish, yet practical living space is the wish of every person. …
Wood is a highly versatile material that can be used in both the interior and exterior design of living areas and workspaces. Not only does it give you numerous décor possibilities, but it is also beneficial in many other ways. You must have always looked up to wood as a simple and convenient wall art …
Decorating our homes is a very important process for all of us. It defines who we are, what we like, and what things we like to be surrounded with. It is the things and the effort that we put in decorating our home that makes it a ‘home sweet home’. But did you know that this …
Having a place entirely to you sounds cool, doesn’t it? Who wouldn’t want an area all to themselves, where they can relax and unwind? For men, a man cave can be a personal sanctuary where they can spend some me-time without any disturbance or interference from their family. A man cave is an area in …
Does your house have a hallway whose decor you just can’t decide? Do you think hallways are a useless space and shouldn’t be made a part of homes anymore? Well, you will be amazed at the impact a well-decorated hallway can have on the décor and functionality of your house. Hallways are a part of …
As first-time parents, you must be super excited to welcome your baby. You must be going on shopping sprees and must be planning things of all sorts. Most importantly, you must be working on putting up a nursery for your baby. Having a baby is an exhilarating experience. It keeps you on edge. You want …
Staircase walls are like a blank slate, ready to be filled with color. Decorating staircase walls can be challenging and exciting at the same time. Since the staircase walls have a varying angle throughout its length, its décor is a bit complicated and difficult. But nothing is impossible if we put our minds to it. We …
Adding color and art to an office space may seem to only serve an aesthetic purpose. You may think that artwork at office serves the sole purpose of making the office space look attractive and welcoming. But, can office artwork have any direct impact on the productivity of employees? Yes, it can! Many employees come to …
The dining room is that place in your home where you spend quality family time. All family members gather in this room to have meals at least once a day; that’s why a dining room should look warm and welcoming. You may use your dining area to host lavish dinners and formal parties. Hence, its decor should …
Imagine that you are visiting a friend for the first time. You are super excited about this visit. When you reach their home, what you find greatly disappoints you. The lawn outside the house is unpaved, the paint job is patchy, and the house looks like a hundred years old from the outside. A major turn-off is that …
When we are decorating our homes, we prioritize the parts of the home that are less private and are appreciated more. We enjoy when people praise our décor sense. However, we tend to forget that a bedroom is our private sanctuary which should be given special attention. Its exclusivity from the rest of the house …
The living room is an important part of the home. It is a central area where people spend most of their time. Whether you have a formal living room or an informal one where you gather with family, it should be cozy, comfortable, and warm. It should be inviting and organized. How you decorate your …
The bathroom is arguably the most important personal space in your home. It is used to carry out personal hygiene activities. It’s a calming place for pampering yourself. You may want to lay down for a warm, comforting bath after a tiring day or you might want to apply a face mask before heading out. …
Kitchen is the heart of every home. It is the place where you cook, eat, and gather with your family and friends. It’s where all family members sit and discuss their day’s happenings with each other while they eat. Dinners are usually treated with great importance in most families as it is the only time …
Wall art visualizer software is interesting because it can help with choosing art and/or the wall color/material of a room. For example, if you’re thinking of buying a particular print, use wall art software to see how it’ll look on your current wall. Alternatively, if you have wall art but want to paint the wall, …
Wall decals are also known as wall stickers or wall tattoos. The type we know of today has evolved from three generations. The earliest generation of wall decals was made of PVC and came in only one color although they may differ in sizes and shape. The next generation that followed produced wall decals that …
Great art deserves to be the centerpiece on a wall. For many of us, however, purchasing an original painting or fine art is just not part of the budget. When faced with the dilemma of a bare and lonely wall, all that’s needed is some imagination and creativity to find alternatives to art wall decor. …
Making a picture frame is one of the most basic and simplest crafts projects you can undertake. Like many DIY crafts, it will not only serve a functional purpose but it also can be used as part of your home decor. A personalized picture frame is also a fun way to elevate a treasured photograph …
Picture frames are a wonderful way to brighten up a wall, but they can also be expensive or bulky or impractical for those who don’t want to make holes in the walls. Luckily, there are plenty of clever picture frame alternatives for those who still want to make a statement with their photos. Just be …
No matter the type, I prefer walls with a featured art piece to bare ones. Nowadays, it’s common to find living rooms, dining rooms, and other parts of the home with particular wall art. Some even go as far as picking a featured or accent wall for an entire decorative wall. The first pieces of …
There are a wide variety of options when it comes to decorating your rooms’ walls. You can either leave your room wall with the normal paint that you see in every other household or you can decorate it the way that you want through the use of different wall art options. As Henry David Thoreau …