How To Create A Focal Point
Ever walked into a room and felt underwhelmed and unable to settle your eyes on anything in particular? That room lacked a focal point.
Focal points are very important in interior design as it is the spot that immediately draws your eye and sets the tone for the room. The focal point will be the starting point for then adding other elements that cohesively exist in the space and make it inviting.
Focal points don't have to be big or architectural. You can easily create them by highlighting existing elements like a fireplace or big window, or by adding an interesting decorative piece to a room - like a big piece of art, a gallery wall, or a bookcase. A barn board or shiplap wall could be a focal point in a room. Distinctive lighting in a kitchen over a central island makes a great focal point. You could even create a temporary focal point by adding a vase with big branches or tall flowers.
Here are some ideas. Click on photos for sources.
DecorPad
IKEA
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Ballard Designs
Decor Aid
Domino
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Lux Decor
House Beautiful
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Sacramento Street
Veranda
So, do you already have a great focal point in your rooms? Hope these have inspired you to make yours stand out.
