Art has long been loved for its ability to personalize a space. No matter your taste, it's hard to deny the power of having a powerful image at the center of your plan. While there are many ways to decorate with art, no room is complete without a large central canvas, which can tie together even the most contrasting styles.
It was Jennifer Aniston's living room in Beverly Hills that convinced me even more. Featuring a strikingly abstract canvas by famed painter Robert Motherwell, the impact of the piece is undeniable. It serves as the focal point of the room and brings together the many other shapes, textures and colors.
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Jennifer's living room is full of meaningful items. From the silk cushions to the hand-blown glass, it's a lesson in designing with intention. And luckily, recreating the look is more than possible with these equally chic pieces.
Cecile 3-piece hand-blown glass vase set from Kelly Clarkson Home
In Jennifer's living room, you'll notice some pretty luxe purple glassware that adds to its eclectic vibe. To recreate the look, add the Cecile set to a mantel, console or coffee table.
Persian Kirman Pillowcase Set
Subtle gold accents are scattered throughout Jennifer's living room, adding to its calm, luxurious vibe. To create a similar feeling, place this Persian Kirman pillow in the center of a sofa or armchair.
Feli “Almon Abstract I” by Sue Jachimiec
At the center of Jennifer's living room is a rather statement canvas by the painter Robert Motherwell. Although we're not all lucky enough to own a rare gem, recreating the transitional look is more than possible with this abstract orange painting.
Somewhere between mid-century modern and loud luxury, Jennifer's living room is unique in its design. From the variety of textures (note the exposed stone wall next to the wood paneling) to the many layers of luxe materials (plush purple velvet, embroidered silk, and studded leather, to name a few), you'd think it would be difficult to pull off such a bold look. However, the end result proves that no matter how different your levels, art can be the unifying component to take a space from mismatched to unified.
There is no one right idea for living room art, so choosing a piece should always depend on its mood. While some design their living room and then choose a piece of art that fits their scheme, the key to a truly successful design is to arrange your pieces around the central canvas, as this should set the tone of your room.
The Maxwell painting in Jennifer's living room contrasts beautifully with the darker color palette, adding warmth and life through the color.
Jennifer Aniston's living room is an example of the balance between styles. With a variety of textures, colors and materials, it proves that a bold piece of art can connect even the most transitional space.