Creating a salon-style wall at home is one of the best ways to make a personal, striking statement. Originating in 17th-century France, salon-style walls were all about showcasing a wide variety of art, packed floor-to-ceiling in rich, eclectic arrangements. Today, this style can transform any room with personality and flair, perfect for art lovers who want to display multiple pieces at once.

Our gallery’s main wall is a perfect example of how bold, colourful works—including floral, abstract, and urban art—can come together in a salon-style layout that inspires and delights. Here’s how you can create a similar look at home!

Choose Your Wall Wisely

Start by choosing a focal wall in your home that can really stand out. Great spots include an entryway, above the living room sofa, or along a hallway. Ideally, this wall should be large enough to allow a range of pieces to fit without feeling cramped.

In our gallery, we used a main wall that lets our vibrant mix of floral, abstract, and urban-themed works truly shine. Look for a space where a variety of styles can blend to make a dynamic impact.

Mix Styles and Colours Thoughtfully

One of the best parts of a salon-style wall is the creative freedom to mix and match artwork. Start by choosing pieces you love—maybe a mix of photography, paintings, and even personal mementos—that share a few common elements, like a unifying colour palette or theme.

Our gallery wall, for example, is a combination of urban and abstract works that pair with colourful florals, showing how a mix of styles can be visually exciting yet harmonious. Selecting pieces that echo certain colours or moods will keep your display from feeling chaotic.

Use a Large Piece as an Anchor

To give structure to your wall, begin with a large, statement piece as your “anchor.” This piece—often a bold abstract or a striking urban work—can set the tone for your arrangement. Hang it at eye level as a focal point, and then arrange smaller pieces around it to create balance.

This technique not only grounds the wall but also gives it a central focus, making your layout feel both intentional and inviting.

Play with Frames and Matting for Depth

Using a variety of frames and matting styles adds depth and personality to your wall. You don’t have to stick to one type of frame—in fact, using different frame styles can create an interesting texture. Our gallery’s floral pieces, for example, use softer, coloured frames that add charm and subtle contrast.

To keep the arrangement cohesive, balance ornate frames with simpler ones, or choose frames that share one or two colours across the whole wall.

Mind the Spacing and Flow

A salon-style wall should feel full but also balanced. You want enough space for each piece to stand out while keeping an overall sense of flow. Try to leave about 10mm to 15mm between frames, adjusting based on each piece’s size.

Our gallery wall varies in spacing between clusters, with tighter arrangements in some areas and more breathing room in others. This creates a visual rhythm that feels dynamic but not overcrowded, allowing the eye to travel naturally from one piece to the next.

Add Personality and Keep It Evolving

Finally, a salon-style wall should be personal, reflecting your unique tastes. Don’t hesitate to add favourite photographs, mementos, or personal artwork to give it more character. And remember, a salon wall can evolve over time as you discover new art pieces or make changes to suit your mood.

Each addition can add a fresh layer of interest and keep the wall dynamic, just as we continuously refresh our gallery’s main wall with new pieces.

A salon-style wall is more than just a way to display art—it’s a statement of style. Whether you mix colourful florals with urban scenes, play with frame styles, or evolve your display over time, the result is a wall that tells a story.

We invite you to visit our gallery and see our main wall for inspiration and consider bringing home a piece or two to start your own salon-style wall!