Archive for May, 2010

Posted on May 13, 2010 - by Timothy S. Herbst

Making Stunning Designs With Abstract Metal Wall Art

Abstract design use colors, shapes, and lines to create art that does not reference literally our physical environment. Still, often art objects created in the abstract style will suggest things in the world. A work with flower pedal like shapes of bright colors could invoke a floral or garden theme. A sun room over looking a garden with an abstract metal wall art piece that invokes garden type themes would unify the purpose of the sun room and flower garden.

A large wall sculpture when properly positioned on the wall can provide a focal point to a room. A mantel over a fire place is an area the demands a large piece. This is a natural point of focus. Mellowness of stone walls, amid deep wood and carefully selected color will stimulate socializing, mingling and relaxing.

Create new realities with the creative use of mirrors. Angle the mirrors so they reflect back and forth against each other, creating a collage of multiple images. Use soft lighting in conjunction with the mirrors. Place table lambs and floor lambs flooding puddles of light. Ceiling lighting and recessed lighting can also be effectively used. Put some thought into the location of lighting controls, dimmers and convenient access to the lighting configuration.

Attention to the area where you enter a room can be used to good effect. Entry ways, door ways and passages present contrasting moods. An entry way is an area where you can hang your coats and hats; perhaps remove your shoes; store items on a small table;a mirror for a last minute combing of your hair or other grooming adjustments. An entry can be cozy and slightly more crowded, opening onto the more expansive main room.

Find secluded corners, closets or cupboards for nooks. A nook can have a theme and is a great place for an abstract metal wall art piece. Keep your eye open for recessed areas that can be used for storage or display of smaller art pieces. A nook can be a place to go hide. A secret place to read or just be alone with your thoughts for awhile. Give your room a theme. Children rooms and bath rooms are perfect for a theme. Bath rooms can be blue, like the sea. The walls covered with plastic fish. A child’s room with walls covered with the child’s favorite animals.

Utilize the proper lighting configuration for the purpose of a particular room. There are too many options regarding lighting to go into great detail here. The main idea though is to always design your lightning based on the purpose of the room. A bedroom will require lamps on a bed stand next to the bed for reading. It will also need built in lighting for controlling the enter bed room with controls both by the door and by the bed.

Pulling up old carpet or floor covering, sanding and polishing the wood underneath is a lot of work. It can be worth it though, for few things are as beautiful as a clean shiny wood floor. This new look along with an abstract metal wall art sculpture will knock your socks off. You’ll be wondering why you didn’t think of doing this sooner. You may find it worth the expense to have an wood floor craftsman do a professional job.

With these basic design ideas about abstract metal wall art, you have a great jumping off point for developing your own creative design ideas. There are many sources of ideas that can help you. Plus, it is just a lot of fun to transform a room into a work of art.

When in the market for metal wall art, you will see abstract metal wall art. This is a really beautiful type of wall art that is going to display your personality.