Create a Museum-Worthy Gallery Wall in Your Home | Sandi Parkey Pink Zebra Independent Consultant

Spring and summer are the perfect time to tackle all the design projects you’ve been putting off, and for many of us, a gallery wall falls into that category. Though they are gorgeous, gallery walls can be overwhelming to assemble—but they are so worth it once they are finished.

It is never advised to start hammering into your walls without a plan, so these tips for creating the perfect gallery wall are sure to come in handy. There are many options available to create a wall display that is uniquely you and much more low-maintenance than dramatic displays we see on our Pinterest boards.

Consider shelving instead of nails. If you have been putting off creating your gallery wall because you have a fear of commitment, this tip is for you! Instead of having to hammer nails into the wall and making the hard decisions regarding what goes where, consider hanging shelves and propping the art up on the ledges instead. This way you can change up how things are arranged as much as you like, and the shelves themselves create another piece of visual interest.

Designate your focal point and build out from there. A good gallery wall should be cohesive, which is why taking your design inspiration from a single focal point is a good way to give yourself a guide. Pick an anchor piece and identify something that ties everything back to it—this could be the color palette, frame material or something totally different. You don’t even have to commit to framed pieces, and could instead hang posters or other interesting art right alongside your frames.

Go grid-style with a uniformed look. Another option if you are feeling fatigued by all your gallery options is to create a gallery wall with photos and frames that are all the same size. Working off a grid system will make everything looked organized instantly, and you can even choose a theme such as family photos or vacation snaps to make it even more cohesive.

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