Home is Where the Art Is

Ever look at a gorgeous room and wonder: How did it all come together? Well, here’s a designer secret: Start with the art. From its subject matter to its tones and textures, the right work of art can set the whole style of a room, from the furniture to the finishing touches.

Vintage U.S. Flag

Vintage U.S. Flag

A framed vintage American flag commands instant attention in the entryway. The wood and metal console table echoes its retro rustic aesthetic.

Black Pheasant Feather, 3D Wave, 3D Web, 3D GEO, 3D Swirl, Boston Map

Black Pheasant Feather, 3D Wave, 3D Web, 3D GEO, 3D Swirl, Boston Map

An arrangement of three dimensional paper artwork and a modern map print sets the stage for this bedroom’s unexpected mix of materials and textures to create a uniquely warm urban style.

Polo Boots Ecuador

Polo Boots Ecuador

A contemporary work of art can spice up a traditional room. The tones in this striking photograph repeat in the flowers, throw, drapery and finishes, creating a sense of balance and harmony.

Famous Mouse, Graphic Typography II, Mickey Minnie Silhouette I, Mickey Silhouette I, III, IV

Famous Mouse, Graphic Typography II, Mickey Minnie Silhouette I, Mickey Silhouette I, III, IV

Fun, colorful furnishings and felt storage baskets with cute Mickey Mouse punch handles reflect the whimsical silhouettes and playful style of the Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse prints.

Vintage Swimsuit II, Vintage Swimsuit III, Vintage Swimsuit I

Vintage Swimsuit II, Vintage Swimsuit III, Vintage Swimsuit I

A trio of framed swimsuit silhouettes crafted from copies of vintage Montauk maps defines this dining room’s chic coastal style. The table’s pedestal base echos the art’s ocean blue hue while the room’s sandy beige palette and handwoven rattan dining chairs echo their seaside sensibility.

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Ethan Allen Design Team

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