Artful living: choosing the right artwork for your property

From a bold statement piece in your living area to a gallery wall packed with memories you cherish, artwork has a significant impact on your wellbeing. Studies show a positive relationship between artwork and reducing stress. But there’s no such thing as one-size-fits-all; the perfect artwork for your wall space depends on your personal style, individual taste, and the mood you want to create.

At Brookworth Homes, we understand the transformative power of vibrant artwork, both complementing and contrasting your wider decoration and colour scheme. That’s why we work closely with local artists to showcase a variety of art styles in our show homes. And with premium finishes, neutral tones, and modern designs throughout your Brookworth home, we create the ideal canvas for your own personal pieces and creative expression.

How to use bespoke art to improve your home’s interior

Unless you plan to rotate through an array of pieces throughout the year, choosing artwork tends to be a decision that you’ll look at for months, even years to come. That’s why it pays to spend time in thoughtful consideration, thinking carefully about the feel, mood, and calming atmosphere you want to create.

Choosing art to reflect your personal taste and lifestyle

Above all else, choosing the perfect pieces of art means reflecting on what matters to you. Maybe your taste includes specific art styles, from abstract paintings to texture and bold patterns. Others prefer more observational art with a story or meaning behind it – for example, original pieces that capture landscapes or people that matter to you.

One key feature of a Brookworth home is the way we design our interiors to serve as a clean foundation for your artwork and personal expression. Neutral colours, ambient lighting and ample wall space mean there’s always a perfect spot for an oversized piece or gallery-style wall of artwork.

As a result, you can be confident that your artwork will fit seamlessly with your interior.

Considering the size and scale of your art pieces

The artwork in your home is a fantastic opportunity to play with space, size and dimension. Our interior design experts recommend a variety of different art styles, from large, oversized pieces to a series of smaller canvas prints.

With careful consideration, you can find the perfect balance between different forms of artwork and visual styles. Broadly, there are two approaches that work well:

• Choosing similar styles throughout your home, adding a sense of flow and continuity

• Choosing contrasting styles in different spaces, giving each space a distinct personality

In general, less is more. Brookworth homes are all designed with the highest levels of quality in every interior finish. Avoid the temptation to overwhelm these luxurious details with artwork; be precise and specific with where and how you want to use art to add some personal expression.

Focal points: selecting key areas for art placement

An oversized piece with bold colours creates a focal point for a space, introducing some visual interest and flair to otherwise empty spaces. This is particularly useful on larger walls including those in living areas or bedrooms.

Our interior designers recommend looking at your space to spot the architectural details that help to frame artwork. Statement pieces can work alongside existing features, from spotlighting to finishes and your furniture. With this in mind, it can be useful to try artwork in-situ before you make a commitment; what looks incredible in a gallery might not fit your actual home.

Lighting considerations to enhance your artwork

As you explore different art options, be sure to consider the impact of lighting on your environment. In a Brookworth home, you can try different smart lighting settings to see how your chosen piece looks – and how to show it off at its best. For real statement pieces, specialised lighting can also maximise the impact of your artwork, whether you’re introducing under-frame lighting or spotlights from above.

Equally, not all light is beneficial – you’ll need to protect your art from direct sunlight to prevent fading and increase longevity. Brookworth homes are known for their stunning large windows and ample natural light, but consider where this light falls on your artwork. The smart blinds in a Brookworth home are also a great way to reduce direct sunlight at the brightest parts of the day, protecting your artwork.

Working with art consultants and galleries

Finally, working with local art consultants and galleries can be a great way to access artistic expertise and curate a bespoke collection to enhance the elegance and luxury of your Brookworth home. 

These experts can help you choose the best possible artwork for your home, or even commission one-of-a-kind pieces created specifically to suit your aesthetic preferences, sense of style, and property.

Adding the personal touch to your Brookworth home

In summary, adding artwork to your Brookworth home is a delicate process – one that needs to account for both the physical properties of your space, but also the ideas and ambience that matters to you. However, with neutral design, luxury finishes, and more flexible lighting, Brookworth homes are the ideal place to present and enjoy your art collection.

You can see this for yourself at one of our show homes. In every show home, we work with local galleries to source pieces from local artists, using our interior design expertise to share how the right artwork can enrich and uplift your space – and your mood.

Visit one of our show homes to see the impact of our hand-selected artwork – explore our developments here.