How to work art into a modern space with higher ceilings

Just as a living room benefits from beautiful to-scale art, so does a staircase. Art by Gordon Huether

Photo courtesy of Sherry Scott Design

One very important starting place is to have an understanding of what you are dealing with now. The common wisdom of “you can’t change mother nature” applies here. In other words, rooms with tall ceilings and large windows must have art that is in balance with these proportions. When the size and scale of art stands up to the scale of a room, both the art and architecture are enhanced and can then live up to their design potential.

By contrasting the art with the view outside of the windows, both are enhanced. Art by Gordon Huether

Photo courtesy of Sherry Scott Design

The type of room is of no consequence. Just as a living room benefits from beautiful to-scale art, so does a bedroom or staircase. The design of all of the spaces contribute to the feeling and enjoyment of the overall home.

Readers are encouraged to submit design questions, which may be printed in a future column. To submit questions, email design@sherryscottdesign.com.

Sherry Scott is a Certified Interior Designer in California, professional member of the American Society of Interior Designers and the proprietor of Sherry Scott Design in downtown Los Altos, 169 Main St.