How to Choose Abstract Art That Fits Your Space (and Feels Just Right)
Featuring works from the “Colours of the Mind” Collection by Sung Lee
Many homes today are thoughtfully designed—open layouts, generous wall space, clean lines—but when it comes to art, something often feels off. It’s not the colour or the style. It’s the scale.
In most cases, people choose artwork that’s simply too small. It disappears into the wall instead of holding the space.
Start with Proportion, Not Just Preference
If you’re placing art above a piece of furniture—a sofa, bed, console—it helps to use the two-thirds rule. That means your painting should cover about two-thirds the width of what’s beneath it. It’s a simple guideline that brings immediate balance.
For example, “Wonder” at 198 × 84 cm is designed to carry presence across a living room wall or above a long sideboard without overwhelming the room.
In smaller spaces, a vertical piece like “Tranquility” (91 × 61 cm) works beautifully in a hallway or study nook—adding quiet structure to a narrow wall.
Let Colour Lead Gently
There’s no need to match your cushions to the painting. Abstract work speaks best when it introduces something new. It might echo a tone already in your home—or bring contrast that makes the space more layered.
“Warmth” brings earthy, golden tones that soften cooler palettes.
“Joy” introduces a fresh, bright energy—perfect for a space that gets a lot of morning light.
You don’t need to explain why you’re drawn to a painting. It just has to feel like it belongs.
Less Wall, More Story
One well-chosen painting does more than fill a gap. It changes how a room feels to walk into.
When you live with original art—knowing it was made by hand, not printed by machine—it naturally becomes part of your day. Not loud. Not showy. Just quietly present.
All works in the Colours of the Mind collection are painted on high-quality stretched canvas, signed on the back, and ready to hang. Every piece is unique.
Next on the blog
Choosing the right size is one part—but how do you choose the right feeling for each room?
In my next post: How colour and movement shift the mood of a space—without taking over.
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