I would have to say that in 90% of the homes I visit, whether for business or pleasure, treasured artwork, photographs and shelves are hung at the wrong height or are not in proportion to the space.
This alone can throw off the design of the room and in many cases cause neck cramps. I joke but really, one should never have to look up to their wall furnishings.
Let's solve this mystery shall we?
Height: Measure 60" up from the floor. Lightly mark this spot in pencil. Measure the vertical side of your artwork and divide by two (this will be the center of the piece). The CENTER of your piece should be hung at the 60" mark. See? Piece of cake and foolproof!
Proportion: Crucial as well. How many times have you seen a 5x7" portrait hung over a Queen sized bed? Looks a little lost doesn't it?
Rule of thumb: The larger the wall, the larger the artwork. If you are hanging artwork over a bed or a sofa, for instance, you would be best suited to hang horizontal, wide artwork in order to create a focal point in the room or a grouping of the same size. A narrow, tall wall is best for vertical artwork.
Groupings: Same rules apply. Create your focal point first THEN add the additional prints/photos around it.
The mystery has now been solved folks so please, run off and re-hang!
