Written by the founder of Diaspora Colours- an abstract architectural and geometric artist specialising in curated art for modern interiors.

Feature walls

Creating feature walls a very useful strategy for curating interiors. Artwork creates feature walls most effectively by sensitively selecting and positioning large pieces (or collages) appropriately on a wall that is clearly visible

Rules of Thumb for Creating Feature Walls with Art

  • 1- Visibility

    Feature walls need:

    - To be big enough for large artworks

    - Enough distance so as to view them within the context of the wall

    - To be uncluttered and with at least two thirds empty wall space

  • 2- Size of Artwork

    - The artwork on a feature wall should be large, but not compete with the size of the wall

    - It needs to have a natural frame around it that is created by the wall

    - It should not exceed two thirds of the wall's width.

    - Placing the artwork is particularly important

  • 3- Composition

    -The artwork can be a single piece or a collage of several pieces

    - It's colours can match or contrast with the space

    - If a collage, it should not be cluttered with many pieces

    - Generally, the bare wall space determines suitability of a vertical or horizontal artpiece

  • 4- Ideal spaces for feature walls

    - A break along a passageway with enough distance from the wall

    -A transitional space between spaces (e.g. between an entrance hall and stairway)

    - A wall in a space with heavy traffic or where people gather (e.g. reception space, living room)

Visibility and Size

  • Large colorful abstract architectural art on a wall above a blue sofa in a living room.

    Big enough for large artwork

    The feature wall should be large enough for a large artwork (e.g. Mountainscape)- Select Mountainscape - (USA and Europe)

  • A colourful abstract urban art piece on creating a feature wall in an apartment living room

    Distance

    A feature wall is best with distance to view the artwork (Precinct) and wall in context- Select Precinct- (USA and Europe)

  • Abstract colourful urban artwork on a plain white wall in an office entry hall creating a stunning feature wall.

    Uncluttered

    The less uncluttered the wall, the more impact the artwork (Urban-wide)- Select Urban-Wide (Australia)

Composition

  • Modern dining room with collage of 3 pieces of architectural abstract art.

    Collage

    Collages (from "Urban-square" group) can form feature walls but should not clutter the wall- Try Urban-Square (Australia)

  • Modern living room with gray armchair, brown chair, and an abstract urban art piece forming a feature wall that matches the furniture.

    Matching composition

    You can match your artwork colour or tone with the space to create your feature wall.

  • Vibrant abstract art piece with blue and yellow geometric artwork on a white wall creating a dramatic maximal feature wall

    Contrasting composition

    You can also contrast your colours with the immediate context, for a composition to create a feature wall

Have a look at some of our curated artworks that form statement pieces, ideal for feature walls

Explore our Statement Pieces

Some ideal Spaces for Feature Walls

  • Modern living room with white cabinet, and decorative item with a feature wall formed by a large abstract urban artwork

    A central (anchor) feature wall

    Living rooms are prime locations for feature walls. Interior styling with art will give a feature wall even greater value.

  • Modern interior with a geometric abstract painting creating a feature wall in a nook with a wooden bench, and wooden cabinets.

    A nook

    A wall in a space that acts as a break along a passageway often used (such as a nook) can be a great place for a feature wall.

  • Colourful abstract geometric artwork creating a feature wall in a transitional space of a home.

    A transition space

    A transition space between interiors (e.g. between an entrance lobby and other spaces)

How about creating a feature wall(s) in your office with a large piece(s) from this group of Double Geometry?

View this Geometric Group

Curator's Guidance

If you are applying these ideas to a real interior, our artworks are created in groups to style interiors and help you achieve balance, scale and cohesion with confidence. Explore the large pieces in these groups for statement feature walls in corporate spaces and in homes.

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