советы, варианты и особенности декора комнат своими руками

Все воспоминания и прекрасные ушедшие моменты в последнее время обитают в компьютерах. Недостаток свободного времени, повседневная суета приводят к тому, что большинство из нас нечасто просматривает старые фотографии. А ведь это так замечательно – мысленно возвратиться в детство или юношество, восстановить в памяти светлые моменты бракосочетания или первых дней жизни новорожденного малыша.

Так как же разместить памятные и лучшие снимки в комнате, не нарушив при этом выбранный стиль интерьера и ее дизайн? Ответ простой: или обратитесь к профессиональному дизайнеру интерьеров, или же подробно ознакомьтесь с данной статьей, освещающей реальные советы по оформлению помещений фотографиями.

Полезные советы для Вас

На самом деле, четко установленных правил по оформлению стен фотографиями не существует. Главное – желание и использование всего своего творческого потенциала.

Для начала следует определиться со стеной, которая пустует и нуждается в декорировании. Если Вы только разрабатываете дизайн комнаты в каком-либо стиле и планируете повесить подборку из фотографий, то необходимо определиться с:

• цветовой гаммой снимков;
• фотографиями, которые Вы хотите развесить и их количеством;
• качеством имеющихся снимков.

Рекомендации по расположению:

• фотографии лучше вешать на уровне глаз человека, слишком высоко или низко размещенные снимки просто неудобно смотреть;
• не следует делать из фотоснимков пирамиду и развешивать их от большего размера к меньшему либо наоборот;
• однообразная линия из фотографий никак не приукрасит Вашу комнату, а, наоборот, сделает ее скучной и неинтересной;
• в том случае если снимки разного размера, то больший из них следует повесить несколько выше, а меньший – на уровне глаз человека.

Существует несколько советов по расположению фотографий в зависимости от типа комнаты и ее целевого назначения:

• в помещении, предназначенном для ребенка, можно смело поэкспериментировать с цветными рамками разной формы и красочными снимками, особенно если вся комната выполнена в спокойных тонах;
• гостиная станет гораздо уютнее и гостеприимнее, если расположить на ее стенах сюжетные фотографии или абстракции;
• спальня – самая спокойная, уютная и интимная часть квартиры, поэтому и снимки следует подбирать романтические и, желательно, в приглушенных тонах;
• в интерьер кухни лучше всего впишутся изображения пейзажей, красивых уголков природы или натюрмортов;
• в рабочей комнате, кабинете или библиотеке гармонично будут смотреться выдержанные фото в строгих рамках, особенно если их много.

Следующий шаг – подбор фотографий. Здесь все зависит исключительно от Ваших эмоций и предпочтений. Используйте для оформления стен снимки, которые вызывают у Вас радость и воодушевление, а также нравятся всем остальным домочадцам.

Отсутствие или небольшое количество профессиональных фотографий не должно Вас расстраивать. Их использование в оформлении стен совсем необязательно. Самый лучший вариант – совместить обыкновенные любительские снимки с профессиональными, таким путем отразив главные моменты и этапы жизни Вашей семьи.

Разные фотографии на стене и их оформление

Оформление фотографиями стены в зависимости от жанра снимков осуществляется разными способами. Рассмотрим основные направления фотоизображений и методы применения их в интерьере.

В современный интерьер прекрасно впишутся одноцветные или черно-белые фотоснимки в одинаковых рамках простого исполнения или фотографии с эффектом старины. Обработка изображений в вышеуказанных стилях не требует особых усилий и выполняется без усилий практически в любом компьютерном графическом редакторе, а впечатление такие фотоснимки произведут незабываемое, сделают комнату интересной, стильной и немножко исторической.

Если же «черно-белые» советы Вам не по душе, оставьте семейные фотографии в первоначальном, ярком цвете, и приобретите для них рамки разных форм, цветов или размеров.

• Художественные фотографии. Это широкое направление, в состав которого входят различные жанры: семейное фото, портрет, натюрморт, пейзаж и т.д. Художественный снимок – это фантазия фотохудожника, его настроение и профессионализм.

Правильный выбор и размещение подобного изображения не только прекрасный декор для комнаты, но и возможность задать стиль интерьера. Порой дизайн помещения подбирается под один большой художественный фотоснимок.

Обрамление самого фото может осуществляться и с помощью рамок, и без них, изображение можно разместить на панно или в виде фотообоев. Причем фотообои с легкостью помогут зрительно увеличить пространство, если на них отражена природа или пейзаж, а снимок маленького французского кафе, в котором Вы когда-то побывали, будет постоянно напоминать Вам о Ваших чудесных путешествиях.

• Абстрактные фотографии. Главная роль в таких снимках отводится форме (геометрические), цвету (импровизированные) и текстуре.

Особенно интересно смотрятся фотографии с сочетанием разных цветов и текстур. Если правильно подобрать фото под дизайн помещения, можно придать ему изюминку и украсить яркими пятнами спокойный интерьер. Причем такие снимки способны придать эксклюзивность любой комнате в квартире.

• Плакаты и цитаты. Такие решения в основном используются в молодежных интерьерах. Постеры и известные высказывания помогут подчеркнуть характер хозяина комнаты, а само помещение сделать неординарным.

Выполнить их лучше на большом формате бумаги и прикрепить просто кнопками к стене или присоединить к планке из любого материала.

Варианты декорирования стен фотографиями

Способов много, дизайнеры обычно следующие:

1. Коллаж – компоновка разных снимков, размещенных в хаотическом порядке. Отличный вариант, интересный и многогранный, единственное условие – не использовать слишком маленькие фотографии.
2. Разные размеры рамок. Метод предполагает применение рамок разной формы и размера, но одного цвета и текстуры.
3. Оформление фотоснимками ниш и ложных стен. Здесь очень выгодно будут смотреться маленькие полочки для фотографий или какие-нибудь элементы декора вместе с изображениями.
4. Генеалогическое древо. Если у Вас есть фотографии родственников разных поколений, то этот вариант – наилучший. Главное – иметь в наличии свободную стену с неяркими обоями.

Рамка – не менее важная составляющая декора, чем фотография. Разнообразие рамок настолько велико, что в специализированном магазине Вы можете просто растеряться. Более того, рамки ведь можно делать и под заказ, воплощая в жизнь свои самые смелые пожелания. Главное – определиться со стилем всей комнаты и решить, что подойдет, а что нет. Тогда Вы будете твердо знать, что Вам нужно приобрести или заказать.

Итак, основные характеристики рамок:

• форма – самая разнообразная (от стандартной прямоугольной до суперактуальной овальной или в виде сердца) – в зависимости от стиля комнаты, можно комбинировать рамки разной или одинаковой формы;
• цвет – может быть либо идентичным гамме всего помещения, либо стать ярким акцентом;
• размер – оформление стен фотографиями в рамках разного размера стал одним из наиболее употребляемых и выигрышных способов; в зависимости от функций, использования комнаты и направления в интерьере, размеры рамок могут быть и совсем крохотными, и крупногабаритными;
• крепление – здесь все находится во власти Вашей фантазии, можно использовать такие нестандартные вещи, как веревка с прищепками, декоративная лента или шнур;
• материал – выбрать подходящую рамку под интерьер любой комнаты легко, ведь материалы их выполнения разнообразны: дерево идеально впишется в классический стиль, металл и пластмасса – в современный.

Наиболее креативный вариант – рамка, сделанная своими руками. Для новичков или не очень творческих людей для выполнения такого обрамления понадобится всего лишь приобрести необработанные деревянные рамки и отделать их бусинками, пайетками, ракушками или цветками, или просто обтянуть красивой тканью.

А если без рамки?

Некоторые стили предполагают оформление фотографиями без рамок. Это занятный вариант, требующий тщательного продумывания и совета эксперта. Такой метод используют, если:

• снимок сделан на большом формате и рамка может выглядеть громоздко;
• на ярких обоях фотографии без рамок просто потеряются, поэтому для пастельных тонов стен необрамленные фотоснимки – просто находка;
• в случае предстоящей смены обстановки, когда есть вероятность, что фоторамки могут не вписаться в новый интерьер.

Фото без рамок можно напечатать на холсте, пластике, пенокартоне или алюминиевой панели.

Оформление стены фотографиями своими руками не представляет особой сложности. Используйте несколько важных рекомендаций:

1. Изначально продумайте общую композицию, а потом принимайтесь к размещению фотографий и коллажей.
2. Не хлопотный и очень эффективный способ – подвесить на пустующее место одну крупную, броскую фотографию.
3. В том случае если у Вас накопилось много любимых снимков и Вы не хотите убирать их в далекий ящик – сделайте из них «плитку» на всю стену или на какую-то часть, также можно обрамить все фотографии одной большой рамкой.
4. Изображения деток лучше поместить в яркие и разноцветные рамки, которые можно без труда сделать самостоятельно (из журнальных страниц или цветной бумаги.
5. Можно расположить маленькие фотографии вокруг одной большой по кругу или в порядке асимметрии.

Сделаем вывод: фотографии на стене, оформление комнаты своими руками и применение своей фантазии помогут Вам создать неповторимый настрой и стиль в Вашем доме.

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Craft stores probably will not have enough in stock.90005 90027 90003 DIY Picture Frame Supplies 90004 90030 90002 I use a variety of supplies to decorate wooden picture frames: scrapbook paper, paint, ribbon, stencils, Mod Podge, tissue paper, napkins, brads, wood shapes, and more. 90005 90002 I do not use a separate sealer on top — just Mod Podge. And sometimes I use Dimensional Magic to accent certain areas or wood pieces for a little interest. 90005 90027 90003 Preparing Your Surface 90004 90030 90002 Many times I do not do anything to prepare my photo frames for crafting.However my mother (an admitted perfectionist) always likes to sand her frames. 90005 90002 She uses a sanding block on all of her wooden frames to remove any splinters and smooth edges. You can use the frame as-is or basecoat with paint first. It’s up to you! 90005 90027 90003 Paint and Mod Podge to Use 90004 90030 90002 You can use regular craft paint (like FolkArt) as well as spray paint or chalk paint. 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Do not forget to visit my beginner’s guide to wood burning — it will help you on your journey.90005 90027 90003 5. Duck Tape Frame 90004 90030 90099 90002 If you’re looking for a DIY photo frame project that takes the shortest amount of time possible and still looks good, you’re going to like this Duck Tape version. 90005 90002 Look for patterns that are easy to continue based on the tape you’re using. Decorate several wooden photo frames in a matter of minutes with this technique. 90005 90027 90003 6. Monogram Art 90004 90030 90108 90002 You do not necessarily need to put a photo in a frame! I love this DIY frame project because it uses a monogram in the center, which means you can personalize it any way you like.This would be so pretty for a seasonal mantel. 90005 90027 90003 7. Distressed Chalk Paint 90004 90030 90115 90002 Distressing a frame with chalk paint is always a favorite because it’s hard to mess up. The whole point is that it does not look uniform! This DIY photo frame uses two colors of chalk paint as well as an antiquing wax on top. 90005 90027 90003 8. Colorful Seashells 90004 90030 90122 90002 If you’re going to this seashore this summer (say that three times fast), try a DIY picture frame using some of the shells you collect.Kids will love using brightly colored paint for this project — and there’s also Mod Podge and glitter, so that’s a big win as far as I’m concerned. 90005 90027 90003 9. Sunshine Handprints 90004 90030 90129 90002 What a sweet way to get the kids involved in a picture frame project! They’ll use their handprints to make the sun. This DIY frame is perfect for an end-of-the-school-year idea. 90005 90027 90003 10. Layered 14K Gold 90004 90030 90136 90002 Have you ever noticed the wooden laser cut frames at Michaels? They are 90020 perfect 90023 for layering on wooden picture frames or plaques.And that’s exactly what happened in this project, with the addition of a little spray paint. The two pieces look like they were meant to be together all along. 90005 90027 90003 11. Simple Frame Collage 90004 90030 90145 90002 You can make a DIY picture frame display that packs a punch by using four separate frames and gluing them together. I would not attach them with Mod Podge; instead use a hot glue gun or strong craft glue. The Mod Podge comes in handy when you are decorating the fronts.These have a fun Greek / sorority theme. 90005 90027 90003 12. Simply Selfies 90004 90030 90152 90002 You can easily add interest to a DIY photo frame project using wood shapes! The polka dotting above is achieved with patterned scrapbook paper and Mod Podge. I love the addition of the photos to the corners with teenie tiny clothespins. 90005 90027 90003 13. Chevron Stenciled 90004 90030 90159 90002 This frame might look like it was made using scrapbook paper — but it was not! That is all paint and stenciling, my friends.This DIY frame project is REALLY easy for someone just learning to stencil, and the aged look helps cover up any boo-boos (not that you’re going to make any, of course). 90005 90027 90003 14. Stenciled Glass 90004 90030 90166 90002 Some wooden photo frames come with glass; some do not. If yours happens to come with glass remember that paint not only looks great on the wood but on the paint as well! You can decorate with a stencil for a piece of art 90003 or 90004 put a unique design around the photo in a painted frame.90005 90027 90003 15. Scrapbook Paper 90004 90030 90175 90002 This DIY picture frame uses one piece of scrapbook paper and some Mod Podge for the main pattern, then a wood laser cut piece layered on top. I painted the laser cut piece and added Dimensional Magic for some interest. Any project where I can incorporate Dimensional Magic? I’m in! 90005 90178 90002 Are you ready to grab some wooden picture frames from the store and then try a DIY frame project? I’ve provided you with some ideas — now let me know what you try in the comments! 90005 .90000 How to Decorate Living Room Walls 90001 90002 90003 Selecting art for your living room can help to create balance in your space and set the tone for your entire room. Let our experts at FramedArt.com guide you on how to decorate living room walls with the best placements, styles and colors for your living room in our Living Room Decorating Ideas! 90004 90005 90006 How to Decorate a Living Room 90007 90003 When you’re choosing art for your living room, the first thing you want to do is analyze your space and decide where the best place to hang your artwork is.To do this, you should look at the furniture you want to include as well as fixed objects, such as a fireplace. Determine if the current configuration of your room is precisely what you want prior to purchasing any artwork or hanging it up. Once you have everything in place, it’s time to figure out where a good place to hang art is. 90004 90003 Being selective and thoughtful about where you hang your framed living room art can help to keep your space from getting over cluttered or seem smaller.Having changed the configuration of my living room multiple times, I can tell you from experience that spending the time rearranging your artwork a couple times before hanging it up is worth it! Otherwise, you’ll have to spackle multiple holes in your wall when you decide you need to move your furniture and wall art. 90004 90012 90006 Wall Art Ideas for Living Room 90007 90003 In a living room, most people want to include artwork or a framed mirror over their mantel when deciding how to decorate living room walls.Choosing a custom framed mirror can help to make your space feel larger. On the other hand, a piece of framed living room artwork can create a focal point in your space while also adding some style to your room. Often, the mantel is the first thing that people see when they walk into your living room so you want to make sure that you select a large, bold piece that will represent and unite your living room’s theme and style. If you select artwork with a more neutral color palette, such as our fresh neutrals or timeless chic collections, it will help to open your space and make it seem larger / brighter.If you’re looking for a more bright and bold piece, try bohemian art or bold statement art to really add some flare above your mantel. 90004 90006 How to Decorate a Long Wall in Living Room 90007 90003 When deciding how to decorate a living room with art, most people already know that living room art is typically hung over a couch since there’s a large amount of empty wall space above it. When hanging artwork over a couch, you can choose a series of artwork, a wall gallery or a large piece.While most homeowners opt for one large piece of artwork, choosing a series or a wall collage of smaller pieces can help to make your space look larger. This also allows you to add some extra style to your space that you lose when you’re limited to only one piece. If you’re looking for a more eclectic wall gallery, choosing various black and gold glam art is a good way to add a sophisticated modern twist to your room while still keeping the space larger and open. For a more playful, eclectic vibe, try hanging a series or a wall gallery of smaller lakehouse life art above your couch or by a chair to add some flair.90004 90021 90006 Hanging Wall Art 90007 90003 Once you’ve decided where you want to hang your framed art in your living room, you’ll want to select a size that fits properly into that space. Most people try to use a general rule of thumb to try to figure out what size their artwork should be, such as «leave 6 inches on either side of your wall empty.» However, if you have a really large piece of artwork, 6 inches probably is not enough space on either size to keep your art from overpowering your space.Generally, you want your artwork to take up 2/3 to 3/4 of the space on your wall. So, if your space is 6 feet long (72 «), you’ll want your artwork to take up a 48-54». If you’re creating a wall gallery or using a series, you’ll also want to account for space in between each piece as well. Hanging (2) 24 «pieces does not leave you a lot of room in between the two. To get a feel for how the artwork will look in the room, try using construction paper cut outs or holding the artwork up to make sure it fits before hanging up your art.This will really help you decide how to decorate your living room. 90004 90026 90006 How to Choose Art for Living Room 90007 90003 The last thing you’ll want to consider when deciding how to decorate living room walls is the current color scheme of the furniture and decor room. If you have a more neutral, traditional color scheme, you might want to consider looking at Comfy Cottage, Victorian or Transitional artwork. These styles have similar more muted color schemes that will flow with your current decor and help to bring a contemporary (transitional), shabby chic (comfy cottage) or classical (Victorian) style to your room.90004 90003 For a brighter, more playful color scheme, try selecting artwork from our Geometric Lines and Designs, Pop or Color or Bohemian collections. Geometric Lines and Designs offers a more minimalistic, modern vibe reminiscent of Scandinavian, simplistic decor. Pop of color adds elegance to a room with its black and white photos or artwork that have a hint of color. Bohemian artwork, on the other hand, will create an eclectic, playful vibe with a worldly, new-age feel. Each is perfect for brighter, bolder colors and modern furniture.90004 90003 If you’re looking for a specific style for your living room, we have a wide variety of different decorating ideas to help you find exactly what you’re looking for! Simply click on one of the links below to start discovering new styles and themes! 90004 .90000 How to Decorate a Large Wall with Style 90001 90002 At first, large interior walls seem like a gift — so much space! The sky’s the limit in decorating them, right? Not always. In fact, it’s a design gift to be able to style a large wall just right, with proportions, connections, and white space all thoughtfully considered. Here is a look at several ideas for how to decorate a large wall with style. You might be surprised at how simple it can be. 90003 90002 90005 90005 View in gallery 90003 90008 Built-in shelves.90009 90002 90011 90011 View in gallery 90003 90002 If your large wall happens to fall between two perpendicular side walls, you might find that the best way to «decorate» the large wall is to get some use out of it. Built-in shelves not only add functionality to your space, but they also provide instantaneous opportunity for décor as well as increase the value of your home. A desk on the lower half of the large wall increases usability even more. 90003 90002 90017 90017 View in gallery 90003 90002 Emphasize the architecture by painting a contrasting color on the back wall of your built-in shelves.This not only adds great color to the space itself, but it also showcases the shelving. When the shelf / back colors are greatly contrasted (white and black being the most significant in contrast), the visual effect will be inherently striking and «busy,» so be sure to decorate the shelves themselves with a restrained hand. 90003 90002 90023 90023 View in gallery 90003 90002 If built-in shelves do not make sense for your space, such as if you are renting or simply are not able to make the built-ins work, you can easily go with Plan B : a large, sturdy bookcase on one side of the large wall, and some artwork in the empty space.Notice how the sofa is positioned offset-center here, a nice balance of visual weight to the side-positioned wooden bookshelves. 90003 90008 Mounted musical instruments. 90009 90002 90031 90031 View in gallery 90003 90002 If your large wall happens to fall in the space where music is (a) appreciated, and (b) practiced, it makes sense to have the instruments easily accessible … while keeping them safely off the ground . Mounted instruments look organized and can even pass as 3-D «art» to our senses.90003 90008 Symmetrical décor. 90009 90002 90039 90039 View in gallery 90003 90002 A «large wall» may or may not include windows, doors, or other architectural components. When this happens, consider making those additions part of the room’s overall design by incorporating simple, symmetrical decorations. Wreaths hung over windows, for example, provide great greenery and contrast to a light window silhouette. 90003 90002 90045 90045 View in gallery 90003 90002 You can also create a sense of symmetry by hanging a line of large-ish photos, paintings, or other art pieces in identical frames along the large wall, in between two windows or doors or whatever else .This provides a straightforward connection and brings the potentially overwhelming scope of the large wall down to a manageable, even enjoyable, scale. 90003 90008 Large art. 90009 90002 90053 90053 View in gallery 90003 90002 Perhaps the most obvious way to decorate a large wall is to hang a large piece of art on that wall. This is an excellent idea, provided that the artwork is, in fact, large enough to hold its own on the wall. If you’re going to err, err on the side of slightly bigger artwork than slightly smaller.90003 90008 Gallery wall. 90009 90002 90061 90061 View in gallery 90003 90002 A gallery wall is a favorite method for how to decorate a large wall, because it can be constantly changing, little by little, to accommodate more or bigger or smaller or different artwork without losing itself or becoming obsolete. 90003.