Here’s another photo wall designed by Torres of Date Interiors, but this time, it’s in her client’s bedroom. The display may be simple, but the black-and-white photos focus on the cherished memory of her client’s wedding. Using gold frames is a delicate touch that makes the entire arrangement classy and elegant.
30 Unique Photo Wall Ideas to Display Family Photos and More
Creative arrangements to showcase memorable moments in the hallway, bedroom, living room or office.
By Mariah Thomas Published: Apr 27, 2023
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Displaying your family photos and art collections is a creative and easy way to inject color and personality into your space. It’s a wall decor idea for all areas of the home, including the bedroom, hallway, mudroom and office. Plus, there are various ways to decorate your walls, especially if you want to showcase framed (or frameless) black-and-white images or memorable photos from weddings, graduations or family travels. With so many photo wall ideas to explore, we’re sharing some of the cutest (and cheap) photo arrangements that’ll turn drab walls into conversation starters.
As you browse through these unique photo displays, consider where you want to arrange your gallery wall. A photo wall is a maximalist design trend, so it’s important to think of your space’s size when planning the layout. Any part of the home will suffice, including above any dressers, mantels or seating. Use varying large and mini frames, curate a theme and incorporate a mix of hanging techniques — like photo ledges, picture rails and stapled photo collages. Plus, you can curate expensive-looking photo arrangements with gold frames, eye-catching wallpaper and painted backdrops.
Overall, when it comes to decorating your walls with photos, let your imagination take the lead. There’s no right method, as it’s all about what appeals to your aesthetic. Even better, nostalgic design and meaningful decor accents are one of the interior design trends of the year, so displaying your sentimental photos are far more in style than you may think.
Hang Photos Above Seating
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Curate a photo gallery wall right above a bench in your entryway or mudroom. Similar to Living With Lolo’s design, keep the colors neutral with simple black frames and black-and-white images. Installing picture lights can bring attention to the photos when the lights are dimmed.
Use a Mix of Photos, Art and Objects
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Molly Torres Portnof of DATE Interiors incorporated a fun mix of paintings, photos and objects (like mini instruments) to the empty walls of this room. The arrangement even includes an assortment of small, large and medium-sized photos in black, white and gold frames.
Play cards
There are tons of great adult card games that can be played with just two people (and no we’re not talking about the torturously long and boring game of War). Start perfecting your poker face, learn how to play black jack like a pro or opt for a round of rummy—either way, you and your other half are sure to enjoy the screen-free entertainment and friendly competition with nothing more than a standard deck of cards.
You don’t need to be a risk-taker to enjoy rock climbing with your significant other. Hit up an indoor rock-climbing gym for a safe challenge that’s also an excellent work out. Bonus: Climbing walls are a lot more fun than your standard gym equipment (sorry, treadmill) so this work out won’t feel like a chore to either of you.
Volunteer
Volunteering is not only a good thing to do in the altruistic sense, research has also shown that it can improve your mental and physical health, life satisfaction and social well-being. Grab your partner and pick up a hobby that supports the common good—your relationship might just get a boost to boot.
When it comes to brain-sharpening benefits, chess is hard to beat. Make it a ritual to play this game with your partner for some quality time that demands complete, undivided attention from both parties while providing plenty of mental stimulation too.
Start a book club for two
Turn your quiet ‘alone time’ into an opportunity for bonding by picking books that both you and your partner are interested in reading. Plow through each read at the same rate and come together for a rousing discussion of the material that promises to foster positive communication and renewed interest in each other’s feelings and ideas. May we suggest one of these riveting books?
If you’re looking for a hobby that delivers loads of hands-on fun, you and your significant other might want to consider dipping your toes (or old t-shirts) in a little tie-dye. This easy and entertaining project results in colorful and cheerful works of art that you’ll both love looking at. Here’s how to tie-dye at home. Groovy, baby.
