Choosing the right wall art size is just as important as choosing the artwork itself. A canvas that's too small can make a room feel unfinished, while artwork that's too large can overwhelm the space. The right proportions create balance, helping your artwork become a natural focal point within the room. Whether you're styling a living room, bedroom, hallway or dining area, selecting the correct size ensures your walls feel thoughtfully designed.
Bedroom Wall Art
Artwork above the bed should feel proportional to both the bed and the wall behind it. A wide horizontal canvas usually creates the most balanced look, while oversized artwork can add a luxurious, hotel-inspired feel. Position your artwork around 15–20 cm (6–8 inches) above the headboard for the best visual effect.
Hallway & Stairs Wall Art
Hallways and stairs are often overlooked, yet they're some of the best places to display artwork. Vertical wall art and Triptychs, set of three, helps draw the eye upwards, making narrow spaces feel taller and more inviting. For longer hallways, a series of coordinating pieces or a striking vertical canvas can create a welcoming first impression.
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Living Room Wall Art
The living room is often the largest space in the home, making it ideal for large horizontal wall art or diptychs. If you're hanging artwork above a sofa, choose a piece that's approximately 60–75% of the sofa's width. This creates a balanced, gallery-inspired look that anchors the seating area.
Kitchen Wall Art
Kitchens often have smaller wall areas, making them ideal for smaller narrow vertical prints. Long horizontal artwork can also work beautifully above breakfast nooks or sideboards, adding warmth and personality without taking over the space.
Office Wall Art
Your workspace should feel inspiring as well as functional. Choose artwork that fits comfortably above your desk without dominating the room. Calm landscapes, abstract artwork and minimalist designs are popular choices for creating a focused and productive environment.
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How to Choose the Right Size
Before ordering your artwork, measure both your wall and any furniture beneath it. As a general guide, artwork should occupy around 60–75% of the available wall width to create balanced proportions. If you're working with particularly large walls, don't be afraid to choose oversized canvas artwork or a diptych, which uses two coordinating canvases to create the impact of one large statement piece.
Premium Wall Art Designed for Every Space
At Atelier Printworks, we specialise in premium long-format canvas wall art designed for the spaces where traditional artwork often falls short. Whether you're looking for horizontal wall art above a sofa, vertical wall art for a hallway or a statement piece for your bedroom, our collections are available in a range of sizes with stretched canvas, classic frames and floating frames. Every piece is handcrafted to order and arrives ready to hang with professional hanging hardware already installed.
