Putting up art might seem simple – but if you’ve ever stood in front of a blank wall with a hammer in one hand and five prints in the other, you know: it’s not just about hanging, it’s about curating.
Here’s how to create walls that feel personal, balanced, and just the right amount of bold.
Start on the floor – or with painter’s tape
Before committing to a layout, lay everything out on the floor or use tape on the wall to block in the shapes. Mix sizes, mix frame colors – that contrast is part of what makes a modern gallery wall feel alive. Trust your eye more than the ruler.
Let the room set the tone
Look at the space around your wall. Light, furniture, color palette – what’s already going on? Build your poster selection around that or use it as something to play against. A soft beige room can handle a punch of red. A playful kids’ corner might need one quiet piece to ground it.
Asymmetry is the new symmetry
Forget perfect grids – today’s gallery walls are more organic. Combine large posters with smaller ones, hang some higher, some lower. It should feel balanced, not uniform. Let one piece take the lead and build around it.
Corners, doorways, and unexpected spots
Don’t limit your posters to the “main wall.” The side of a bookshelf, a hallway corner, or that small space above a light switch – art can live anywhere. A great print in an unexpected place makes your home feel designed, not just decorated.
Tools that make it easier
No shame in using a spirit level, a laser guide, or even removable adhesive strips – especially if you're renting. Want a softer look? Try poster rails or clips for a more casual, on-trend finish.
Tip: Don’t stress the rules too much. Choose posters that feel like you, hang them at eye level (or don’t), and move things around until it just feels right. That’s when it works.
