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6 tricks to make your frames perfect in the living room

Discover 6 ideas on how to position frames in the room with inspiring layouts to create harmonious compositions and highlight your decoration

By CASACOR Publisher

Submitted at Sep 11, 2025, 1:00 PM

05 min de leitura
Mariana Leal - Residence 11.11. Project of CASACOR Brasília 2024.

Mariana Leal - Residence 11.11. Project of CASACOR Brasília 2024. (Julia Totoli)

The frames in the living room are fundamental elements that give identity and charm to the projects. They can bring color, texture, emotional memories, and even serve as a focal point in the decoration. But it's not just about choosing beautiful works: the way to position them on the wall makes all the difference for the final result. Thinking about proportion, height, alignment, and composition helps to create harmony and further enhance the chosen pieces. Next, see six ideas on how to arrange frames in the living room, accompanied by layout suggestions to inspire your project. Each solution works for different decoration styles and wall sizes, allowing you to adapt according to the available space. 1. Straight Line Composition A very elegant way to position frames is to align them in a single horizontal line. This resource works well above sofas or sideboards, creating a sense of order and continuity. To get the height right, use as a reference the center of the frames at eye level, about 1.60 m from the floor. Layout scheme: imagine an imaginary line connecting the center of all the frames. They should be leveled, even if they have different sizes, creating a balanced composition. This is a great option for those who like minimalist and modern environments. 2. Asymmetrical Gallery For a more dynamic effect, it's worth investing in an asymmetrical gallery. In this case, frames of different sizes are grouped in an seemingly casual way, but they follow an invisible central axis to maintain harmony. Layout scheme: position the largest frame first, in the center of the composition, and then add the others around it, keeping the same distance between them (5 to 10 cm usually works well). This idea is perfect for those who like creative and personality-filled environments. 3. Grid Layout The grid layout is ideal for those who appreciate symmetry. It consists of arranging frames in rows and columns, forming a kind of mosaic. It is suitable for frames of the same size and frame, creating an organized and impactful result. Layout scheme: use a tape measure to ensure that the spacing is exactly the same between all pieces, both horizontally and vertically. This solution looks beautiful on wide walls, behind the sofa or on accent walls in the dining room. 4. Highlight Unique Frame Sometimes, less is more. A single large frame can be enough to fill an entire wall and become the focal point of the living room. This option is great for those who invest in a high-value artwork or an authorial photograph that deserves special attention. Layout scheme: centralize the piece in relation to the furniture, such as a sofa or buffet, to create an axis of balance. If the frame is very large, leave at least 15 cm of distance from the edge of the furniture so it doesn't look cramped. 5. Support on Shelves Another charming way to display frames is to support them on narrow shelves or "channel-type frames". This solution allows for constant changes without needing to drill the wall again, being great for those who like to vary the decoration throughout the year. Layout scheme: combine frames of different heights and formats, overlapping some slightly. Include decorative objects, such as small vases or sculptures, to make the set more interesting. 6. Vertical Composition On narrow walls, like the sides of doors or next to shelves, the best solution may be to position the frames vertically. This helps elongate the space visually and takes advantage of areas that would otherwise remain unused. Layout scheme: align all frames at the center and maintain even spacing between them. This technique works well with minimalist illustrations or sequential photographs.