Wall Glam

Art Wall Inspiration

July 25, 2011 | Author luxxury livving

I’m currently obsessed with finding art for my walls… I’m in redecorating mode on the cheap at the moment (well actually always) but I’m always looking for inspiration.

I found this photo below on a newly discovered blog Bazaar of Serendipity and I instantly was attracted to the colors and layout of this wall (Image from Southern Living). According to La Dolce Vita blog, the images are all from Etsy… my favorite is the fashion profile in the middle in orange. I especially like the dear heads (I think that’s what they are) placed in and around the art, giving it some visual interest. In addition, notice how there are different colored frames adding texture and depth.

I found this beauty over at luxe + lillies blog, I wouldn’t use these particular photos but I like the general idea. A black wall littered with white frame and continued with black and white photography, super slick. I’ve always wanted to have a black wall but I live in a rental… one day for sure!

(If you know the source of this image please leave me a comment so I can leave a proper credit, thx).

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Wallpaper by Kreme Life

May 4, 2011 | Author luxxury livving

In the latest issue of Rue Magazine {Issue 4, page 22}, I found a lovely store called Kreme Life, their wallpaper is beautiful. Use it as wallpaper or frame them in a pattern if you don’t want something permanent. Even better is the wallpaper is low VOC, eco-solvent, designed & manufactured in California.

These are my favorite picks, a perfect way to add whimsy and a splash of personal style to your walls and overall decor.

Painted Gate
This wallpaper comes in three color tones Ivory Black, Gray Slate and Ivory.

Folk Flower

They also have lovely hand painted pillows with the same type of patterns.

Shop: Kreme Life

{Image Credits: Kreme Life}

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A Beautiful Wall from Christine Ralph

March 1, 2011 | Author luxxury livving

The current March 2011 issue of Canadian House and Home has a wonderful mix of inspiration. I’ve bookmarked the article called Artfully Edited, a tour from the home of Christine Ralph (co-founder of the Club Monaco brand). This is my new inspiration. I’ve been scouring the Internet and magazines, searching for inspiration for my living room wall and it’s been a bit difficult deciding as it’s a larger than average wall. Just one large art piece or photography wouldn’t do the trick. Then I stumbled upon this photo by photographer Virginia MacDonald {check out her website, you’ll be happy you did!}. I especially enjoy the cohesiveness of the black, white, silver and gold mix. Notice there isn’t much color, it has a peaceful and relaxing tone. I think I might just add one piece which has a splash of color to add interest… hmmm I’ll see how that goes.

What I like about this wall decor is that it’s a nice mix of pieces. My favorite pieces are the Scribble Art from PI Fine Art. I went to their website but it’s currently under construction. I might attempt to do my own version, a cost savings and a great art project I think. I’m surprised at myself how much I’m starting to like gold. I’ve always been a silver girl myself but lately I’ve been drawn to pieces in gold. I’m eyeing a very unique sunburst mirror at Homesense but have not purchased it as it’s gold and I don’t have any gold yet in my home. This inspiration photo is making me rethink my decor strategy.

Recreate this Room

I’ve searched and scoured the Internet for pieces similar to this room.

The Gold Stool from the background really stood out to me personally. I’m excited that mixing gold and silver works. I found a similar stool at Amazon, it’s really nice and modern. The Silva Modern Burnt Gold Metallic Ceramic Garden Stool has a nice color too and it’s not too “bright and shiny” if you know what I mean. It’s a subtle piece but with a glamorous touch. Or I found the exact Chinoiserie Gold Stool, they are both nice options.

The classic Vitra New Panton Chair, a very curvy chair with a statement. The newer versions of this chair are also made for indoors and outdoors, perfect to add that modern touch to your outdoor space too.