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Frames in the living room: guide to choosing and positioning correctly

Discover how to add personality and style to the walls of your living room with the right choices

By Rafaela de Oliveira

Submitted at Feb 12, 2025, 11:00 AM

08 min de leitura
Frames in the living room: guide to choosing and positioning correctly
Incorporating frames into the decoration of the living room goes beyond just filling space on the walls. The right frame can not only add beauty and harmony but also tell stories, evoke emotions, and reflect who you are. Works of art have the power to transform a common space into an extension of your personality while bringing color, texture, and a unique charm.
An old apartment is modernized without losing the original layout. Project by Barbara Dundes. In the photo, living room with sofa, painting, and rug.

Projeto de Barbara Dundes. (Fran Parente/Divulgação)

If you want to bet on frames to decorate your room, we've separated some tips for choosing the best way to position frames to provide a beautiful visual experience for your room:

How to choose frames for the room?


Define the style


An 82 m² apartment gains japandi décor with contemporary touches. Project by Fabiano Ravaglia. In the image, living room with sofa, niche for a frame, and balcony.

(Photos: Luiza Schreier / Visual production: Diego Matos/CASACOR)

The first step in choosing a frame is to define the style that best matches the projects. If the room has a classical touch, perhaps traditional works such as serene landscapes and elegant portraits are the ideal choice. However, if you prefer a modern aesthetic, try the vibrant world of abstract art or intriguing minimalist pieces.

Choose the color palette


House in the Botanical Garden gains freshness with outdoor areas full of greenery. Project by Manuela Santos. In the picture, living room with frame, L-shaped sofa, and rug.

(Photos: André Nazareth / Production: Andrea Falchi/CASACOR)

When selecting your pieces, consider how the colors will communicate with the furniture and accessories already present in the room. Frames that bring tones similar to those found in the cushions or the rug tend to create a sense of unity. On the other hand, contrasting colors from various objects can serve to highlight a particular frame, turning it into the focal point of the decor.

Size and proportion


Dark colors create sobriety in this 100 m² apartment. Project by Romário Rodrigues. In the picture, living room with mustard curved sofa, painting, and table.

(Léo Soares/CASACOR)

When choosing a frame, size is a factor that should not be underestimated. In the case of large walls, consider creating a gallery with several pieces or investing in a larger frame. For smaller rooms, opt for frames that fit the space without overwhelming visually.

How to position the frames in the room


Height and alignment


No break, 150 m² apartment bets on soft tones and green kitchen. Project by Ana Cano. In the picture, living room with sofa, painting, and lamp.

(Lilia Mendel/CASACOR)

A practical rule for hanging a frame is to keep its center at eye level, as this ensures that it is easily perceived when entering the room. If the frame is above the sofa, center align it for a more balanced and attractive look.

Composition and grouping


Artworks and design furniture mark the collector's apartment. Project by Nop Architecture. In the photo, living room with paintings, curved sofa, and armchairs.

(Fotos: Alessandro Gruetzmacher / Produção visual: Aldi Flosi/CASACOR)

If you like to explore creativity, compositions of multiple frames are an excellent option. Mix sizes, styles, and frames, but try to maintain a common theme or color to create a visual connection. Before drilling the wall, test different arrangements on the floor to see how the pieces communicate with each other.

Ideal distance


Contemporary apartment in an ancient Portuguese royal property. Project by Andrea Chicharo. In the picture, living room with blue wall and frames.

(Gui Morelli/CASACOR)

Hanging frames too close can compromise the visual, while too spaced out lose collective impact. Maintain a distance of about 5 to 10 cm between each piece when grouped, allowing each work to breathe and stand out individually. CASACOR Publisher is an exclusive content creator agency developed by the CASACOR Technology team based on the knowledge base of casacor.com.br. This text was edited by Yeska Coelho.