You have a living room with a modern decor style, or you're thinking about changing your living room to a contemporary style. You're wondering what decorative paintings you could put there?
We'll guide you in this article by explaining how to choose your artwork, ways to avoid mistakes, and giving you tips so you don't go wrong.
What is the modern style?
First of all, you need to know what modern style is, to be sure it's the type of living space you have or are considering. Because it's a style that can be blended with other styles quite similar to modern or chic, for example.
Modern style is an aesthetic that isn't overloaded in terms of colors or the shapes of objects. If you live in a space like this, you'll need plenty of space between the furniture, no non-essential furniture, and just a few decorative elements.
As for the colors you use, you should also stick mainly to white and black, with two or three colors that aren't too flashy. Lately, the most popular colors are purple, gold, and gray.
How do you choose the best artworks?
Now that we agree on what defines the current style and are certain you're in that situation, let's talk about how you can choose your next artwork.
It is crucial that it adheres to each of the elements we'll discuss below so it harmonizes with the rest of your living space.
It's essential to be understated.
One of the first rules to follow is that your artwork should be purely neutral. Don't try to create a complicated painting with landscapes or similar things. Theimage will seem too lively and overloaded compared to the environment.
Opt for artworks that only feature a few colors or only black and white. Rest assured, you're not limited by the theme because you'll find many types of paintings like these, and in all themes.
If your room is dominated by one color (other than black and white), you can choose a monochrome black and white image that uses the main color in your living space. You'll notice the artwork will look impeccable!
It should be simple
Your artwork should be simple in terms of the quality of the elements represented. Don't choose paintings with a lot of elements because they will be at odds with the rest of the room, which is "simple."
It is also advised to choose an image that only features one or two elements, like the car or the trees, the tree or an animal or... It's your preferences that will determine what you should choose at that moment.
Avoid mistakes
Now that you know how to choose your artwork, let us tell you which mistakes to avoid so that your painting is stunning and harmonious.
Choosing the picture before the place
A common mistake made by most people is to pick an artwork on a whim before determining where it will be displayed.
It's essential to decide where you want to place the artwork before choosing the painting, to make sure it blends in with the surrounding elements, can enhance the space, and is also well lit.
Not taking the right size for the picture
This is the second mistake we can avoid if we don't make the same mistake as in the first! not deciding on the correct size of the table can be devastating! To such an extent that you may end up not placing the artwork where you want, or you may end up selling it or putting it in the attic, never hanging it up again.
If you buy a painting that you don't like
The last thing to remember is to not buying a painting that didn't convince you in the end account! Don't forget that this painting will be part of your life, that you will see it every day, and it might even become a source of inspiration for you!
It's essential that you managed to spark that excitement in your next painting and that you love it to the fullest. If you're not sure, try another one; otherwise, that doubt will never go away and you'll end up getting bored with it.
Our clients' selection for a modern painting
To guide you, we have selected for you five paintings with different themes to help you understand the integration and the choice you need to make.
All these paintings are ideal for a modern style living space and we invite you to take an in-depth look at them.
The 3D Love Collection
Give a retro fashion style
You now know how to choose the perfect painting to complete your modern living space design. And you know what mistakes to avoid.
We invite you to find your next painting among our selections!
Of course, you will discover in our online shop many other versions of paintings that fit perfectly in a modern living room!
