Comments on: How to Hang Wall Decor 101

By: Kathryn Shedd

Kathryn Shedd — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 16:32:49 +0000

Thank you for the picture help. I do want to point out that the rule to have art smaller than the anchor piece of furniture is not always required. I positioned a larger antique map over a mahogany chest in my living room; it helps reduce the importance of the chest and allows me to position a chair nearby without it looking too crowded. In fact in your April 2010 catalog, I see many examples of the same. For example, page 14 shows a lovely grouping wider than the desk. Pages 16-17 is also very interesting: the first two pictures have wider art while the last picture has art smaller than the chest. I think the first two have a more contemporary look. In the last picture, the chest takes over the importance since the art is smaller – this looks more traditional. Just a thought. Sincerely, KS

By: Ballard Designs

Ballard Designs — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:58:47 +0000

Dear Kim: Please send your Design Dilemma to style@ballarddesigns.net and include as much information (drawings, pictures, etc.) so that we can give you some suggestions.
Sincerely,
The Style Studio Team

By: Ballard Designs

Ballard Designs — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:03:45 +0000

Anne: We think you are referring to the Paysage De Coquelicots Triptych Giclee. A triptych is a painting divided into three seperate prints. Our suggestion is to hang them no more than 4″ apart. This will give you the continuity of the prints and make them look as one.
Sincerely,
The Style Studio Team

By: Anne

Anne — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:40:56 +0000

I recently purchased the Poppies giclee set of 3 prints. There were hanging suggestions on the website but I can’t find them any longer. Can you suggest how far apart these prints should be hung to look their best?

By: Kim Haas

Kim Haas — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 04:28:35 +0000

I’ve just received your catalog and WOW, I have marked several pages of great ideas and fabulous pieces. I have a large entry way and would like to send a picture and get some advice as to whether to go with a small console and bench or your 30″ round table with tablecloth. How can I send in my design dilemma for your expert advice?
Thanks, Kim

By: Lisa

Lisa — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 13:59:43 +0000

Thank you for all this great advice! I found your website last night and have spent the last 4 hours exploring. I am addicted!

By: Ballard Designs

Ballard Designs — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:42:24 +0000

Dear Stacey: Sounds like you are in the midst of a total renovation! So far, we love what you are doing. We think you are right on track with the neutrals that you have chosen as the anchor pieces. Of course we love the animal print idea. Have you looked at our Zebra Natural Woven fabric? Think you would love it! As far as accessories, accents of mossy greens and spa blues are in keeping with the natural elements of the room. In order to pull it all together, you might consider an area rug – something like our Seville Rug (RT108) which has a subtle suggestion of the colors you are using. Please send us pictures of your finished project. We love your ideas. And let us know if we can be of any further help.
The Style Studio

By: stacey

stacey — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 05:09:43 +0000

we just finished knockind down walls and redoing the kitchen. Ihave a chocolate sofa and want to get one or two chairs maybe animal print the walls are a mushroom color and I have a BIG television in thr living area. I tiled the floors a dark brown stone tile not sure what colors to use in this room. I like greens and blues. please help

By: Ballard Designs

Ballard Designs — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:34:07 +0000

Barbara: You have a really great start with your furniture selection. Try adding one of our indoor/outdoor animal print border rugs in front of the sofa. Lighting is very important so some fabulous lamps should be added. Lastly, try hanging our Birch Grove Print on the wall and some animal print pillows for a polished look.
The Style Studio Team

By: Ballard Designs

Ballard Designs — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:15:50 +0000

Beverly: Are you in luck! We have a fabulous array of indoor/outdoor rugs. They can withstand the outdoors and clean with mild soap and the hose. If you start with the rug and perhaps add our Amalfi Loveseat coupled with your rockers, add some outdoor pillows in a coordinating print. Place your table in front of the loveseat and the rockers squared on either side of the loveseat for a cozy conversation area. If you really want to go all out – hang a few of our outside drapes and an outdoor painting to finish the look.
The Style Studio Team