Tracey Clayton When we talk about modern art we think about such talents like van Gogh, Matisse and Paul Gauguin, their paintings, color play and stunning visuals have inspired generations of interior designers who have strived to incorporate parts of their artistic vision into their design. If you are a fan of modern art, and are looking for the perfect way to introduce it into your home decor, here are some great ideas you could do just that.
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Starry Night right in your bedroom
Shades of dark blue combined with pops of yellow, those strong brushstrokes, there is no painting quite like Vincent van Gogh’s Starry Night. Using this masterpiece as your inspiration you can introduce a bit of romance and mystery into your bedroom design. Opt for darker shades of blue for the walls and as contrast add lighter furniture in yellow and white color palette. You could accentuate the wall with striped curtains resembling van Gogh’s brush strokes. And as the focal point of this design, representing the cypress tree a black armchair. Your composition is now complete.
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A harmony in red
What better inspiration for the dining room design then Matisse’s Harmony in Red. It provides us with so much inspiration with red, of course being the dominant colour. Of course your living room decor shouldn’t drown in it, it should be carefully placed in form of table cloths, curtains and optionally chair furbishing. To invoke the energy of the wallpaper pattern you could opt for some stencil work that would serve as a focal point of the entire decor. Finally, a stunning vase in the middle of the table is all that is missing for this to be true harmony in red.
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A bit of Gauguin in your living room
The series of paintings by Paul Gauguin that were inspired by the Polynesian culture and beliefs present an amazing source for inspiration for living room decor. The deep blues and emerald greens contrasted with soft yellows and the ever present red can help create a stunning design basis. A painting like the La Orana Maria present the perfect inspiration. Start with the dark tones for the larger pieces of furniture, then soften it all up with light pillows and carpets. Make sure you have some stunning framed prints depicting palm trees to make the whole composition complete. Your guests will be transported to a beautiful Polynesian island as soon as they step into your living room, and Gauguin’s presence is bound to be recognized.
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A cubism inspired kitchen
Why not, after all cubism is all about deconstructed, fractured forms. Bringing a bit of Picasso inspired decor into your kitchen decor is bound to elevate it to a whole new level. You can start by adding sculpture like knobs on your cabinets and drawers. The island could take unusual; flowy form, reminiscent of Picasso’s Glass of Absinthe sculpture. When it comes to choosing the color scheme you might want to choose light, gentler colours with dominating blue and orange tones. One of the key elements of a Cubism inspired kitchen can be the tiles, deconstructed, unusually combined even fractured, they can be your empty canvas that will transform your kitchen into a home decor masterpiece.
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The overwhelming blues
Yves Klein’s painting are the perfect source of inspiration for hallway decor. The never ending sea of blue tones that can easily be brightened by well placed LED lights. You can just imagine the Anthropometrie Le Buffle inspired walls greeting your guests as they step into your home. The whites and the blues just dancing on you wall in perfect harmony.
So there you have it amazing modern art idea you can easily use to express your style in home decor. Using works by some of the world’s most renowned artists as your inspiration you can create home decor reminiscent of true artistic masterpiece that will at the same time present your own personal expression. Don’t be afraid to experiment, that is what modern art is all about, pushing boundaries and exploring new directions.
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