Art gives an interior soul, character, and depth. But at the same time, many people worry: "What if it gets too cluttered?" Or "Does this really work together?"
At The Garden of the Arts we believe that art can bring peace, provided it is consciously integrated into its environment.
1. Choose one clear common thread
An interior quickly becomes cluttered when everything is clamoring for attention. Therefore, ensure a coherent starting point. This could be:
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a color palette (for example, earth tones, black and white, or soft pastels)
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a theme or atmosphere (abstract, organic, graphic, poetic)
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a material or texture (paper, textile, wood, ceramic)
At De Tuin Der Kunsten, we often start from the artwork itself and build the rest of the space around it, so that everything forms a whole.
2. Let the space breathe
More art doesn't automatically mean better. On the contrary: art needs space to flourish.
Leave plenty of empty walls or quiet areas so each piece can breathe. A single, powerful artwork can sometimes have more impact than a whole wall full of images.
In a peaceful setting, art receives the attention it deserves — something that De Tuin Der Kunsten consciously focuses on.
3. Think in compositions, not in separate pieces
Don't look at art as separate objects, but as part of a whole.
A painting, sculpture or object works together with furniture, lighting, textiles and materials.
A good interior feels like a well-thought-out composition , where art isn't an add-on, but an integral part of the story. This is also the philosophy behind the interior compositions at De Tuin Der Kunsten .
4. Mix, but in moderation
Combining is allowed, as long as it's done consciously. You can perfectly:
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combining contemporary art with vintage objects
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placing photography next to painting
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bringing different formats together
Keep one element constant — color, style, or distance — so that the whole remains calm.
At the Garden of Arts the balance is carefully maintained: each work has its place, without dominating the space.
5. Trust your gut (and dare to delete)
An interior can grow. Collecting art isn't a sprint, but a process.
Does something feel "too much"? Take it away for a moment. What's truly right will continue to feel right in the long run.
Sometimes less isn't just more — it's just more right.
Art as a focal point in your interior
Combining art without excess isn't about rules, but about balance, attention, and intention . When art and space complement each other, the result is an interior that is not only beautiful but also meaningful.
Be inspired by art that breathes, touches and lives in harmony with its surroundings through The Garden of the Arts ✨
