The best wall displays for home and professional spaces draw attention, spark conversation, set a mood, and tell a story. A well-designed workplace version highlights innovation and celebrates community, while a home display wall reflects passions and personality. Here are three factors to consider as you plan your design.

1. The Wall 

Start by identifying a display-worthy wall to be the canvas for your masterpiece. No walls are off limits when you use a cable display system with metal standoffs to suspend art from the wall or ceiling. Drywall, wood, tile, brick, cement, and stone all provide suitable backdrops for your display. Keep in mind that wall color and texture will influence the overall look of your creation. Dark walls help lighter and brighter art pop; light colored walls show off darker tones to full advantage. If you already have an art or photo collection at hand, figure out the best background color to show it off to full advantage.  Starting from scratch? Hold up various samples of art to the wall to determine which colors and styles look best.   

2. The Colors

Colors instantly convey emotion. People register color before they notice the subjects and details of photos and art. For a professional display, you may want to choose pieces that feature brand colors, or colors that complement your decor. Bright colors feel bold and energetic, suggesting youth, action, and power. Pastels are more contemplative and dreamy, evoking a sense of soothing calm. Black and white can be edgy, sophisticated, or nostalgic. Green  suggests natural and fresh. Choose colors that reflect your brand, your message, your unique personality. 

3. The Art

Images are the heart and soul of a display wall.  For a professional display, shine the light on facets of your business through a curated collection of photos or art:  

  • Highlight your company's history with photos taken throughout the years.
  • Showcase new and upcoming offerings.
  • Detail the step by step process behind a popular product or service.
  • Follow a renovation with before and after shots.
  • Feature employees working with customers, behind the scenes, or volunteering in the community.

Use the same strategies when designing an art or photo wall for your living space: find pieces that reflect your ever-changing interests and priorities, and celebrate milestones of your personal journey. 

 

A wall display tells a story that requires flexibility as it grows and changes. Cable display systems that are easy to relocate and update can easily handle this natural evolution. Please Contact Us to find out more about creating wall displays in your home or workplace. We can help with your unique requirements for displaying art, photos, banners, posters, signage, and more.