The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Wall Art for Your Space in 2025

Wall art is more than just decoration - it's a personal expression, a statement, and often the finishing touch that transforms a room from styled to truly curated. Whether you’re starting with a clean slate or updating your walls, choosing the right pieces can feel exciting yet overwhelming.

Meubles have you covered with this guide on how to choose the perfect pieces to fit your space and aesthetic.

Before You Hang It

Before you fall in love with a piece, consider three things: scale, style, and story.

  • Scale: A common mistake is choosing art that’s too small. As a general rule, wall art should take up about two-thirds to three-quarters of the wall above furniture. A large statement piece over a sofa or bed anchors the room, while smaller ones work best in groups.
  • Style: Your art should complement your room’s aesthetic. If your space is modern and minimal, opt for abstract pieces or bold black-and-white photography. For eclectic interiors, consider vibrant illustrations or mixed-media artwork.
  • Story: Look for pieces that resonate with you personally. Don’t rush into buying pieces for the sake of it. Art should evoke emotion or connection, whether that’s through a serene landscape painting, or a "Moona" Lisa.

What's Trending?

Now that you’ve considered what best suits your home and aesthetic, let’s take a look at some art trends for 2025. You don’t need to follow the trends, but it can help bring inspiration.

  • Textured Art: Think sculptural wall hangings, mixed media, and fabric-based art that adds dimension.
  • PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse: Colour of the year 2025, this soft, warming brown is versatile enough to fit into almost any interior. Explore artwork that echoes this colour palette to create a calming, contemporary vibe in your home.
  • Digital Meets Handmade: Digital prints mimicking hand-drawn or painted styles, often with layered textures, are making waves.
  • Nature-Inspired Themes: Organic shapes, landscapes, and botanicals continue to thrive.
  • Large-Scale Minimalism: Bold pieces with minimal design elements, like monochrome colour blocks or a single brushstroke, make a statement without cluttering the visual field.
  • Bold Maximalism: Think oversized canvases, clashing colours, eclectic patterns and images that demand attention. If minimalism isn’t your cup of tea, bold maximalism is perfect to bring life back into your home!
Gallery Wall Inspiration

Gallery walls remain a favourite because they allow you to combine multiple pieces that tell a collective story. Here are a few timeless formats:

  1. The Grid: Perfect for a clean, symmetrical look. Works beautifully in modern or minimalist homes.
  2. The Organic Cluster: A mix of frame sizes and styles arranged in a loosely structured layout. This works great in boho or eclectic rooms.
  3. Linear Gallery: A single line of prints (either vertically or horizontally) adds drama in hallways or above headboards.
  4. Theme-Based Wall: Use a common colour palette, subject (like botanicals or architecture), or medium (like watercolours) to create visual harmony.

Tip: Lay out your gallery wall on the floor before committing to nails. Painter's tape can also help you visualise the layout on the wall.

Matching Art With Your Rooms Style

Matching art doesn’t mean everything must match perfectly. In fact, contrast often creates the most compelling spaces. Here’s how to harmonise without overthinking:

  • Colour Echoing: Pull one or two colours from the room’s existing palette (pillows, rugs, curtains) and find art that echoes them.
  • Mood Matching: A serene space? Choose calming, fluid art. A playful, vibrant room? Go for bold, high-contrast prints.
  • Frame Coordination: Match frame finishes to furniture or accent materials — think matte black frames in an industrial loft or natural wood in a Scandinavian space.
Best Wall Art for Smaller Spaces

Small space? Big impact is still possible. Here’s how:

  • Go Vertical: Use tall, narrow artwork to draw the eye upward and create the illusion of height.
  • Mirrored Art: Mirrors with artistic frames double as wall decor and light enhancers.
  • Diptychs and Triptychs: Split images across two or three smaller frames to create a larger visual impact.
Why The Right Frame Changes Everything

A frame isn’t just a finishing touch — it’s a design choice in itself. It can make a piece feel polished, modern, vintage, or bold.

  • Thin Black or White Frames: Modern and clean, great for graphic prints or photos.
  • Ornate Gold Frames: Add a vintage or luxe touch, ideal for classic art or moody photography.
  • Natural Wood Frames: Warm and versatile, these work well with botanical prints, abstracts, and scandi-style interiors.
  • No Frame? Consider canvas wraps or floating mounts for a contemporary look.

Remember, a frame can either blend in to let the art shine or act as a contrasting feature to add depth.

In Summary

Wall art has the power to completely transform a room. Choose pieces you love, experiment with scale and placement, and never underestimate the magic of a well-chosen frame. At Meubles ae have a huge selection of art pieces to choose from, so you’ll be sure to find something that matches your aesthetic.

Explore our selection today, your perfect piece could be a click away!

Posted by Aisling
3rd July 2025

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