Learn how to design the perfect gallery wall with posters and canvas art. From layout ideas to styling tips, here’s everything you need to elevate your space.
A gallery wall is more than just a decor trend – it’s a personal statement. Whether you’re showing off your travels, your favorite quotes, or your love for pets and nature, a well-designed gallery wall turns any empty surface into a story.
At Trunuru, we love seeing how customers bring their walls to life with multiple pieces from our collections. And today, we’re sharing exactly how you can do it, too.
1. Choose a Theme (or Don’t)
A great gallery wall starts with intent – but it doesn’t need to be rigid.
- Coordinated look: Stick to a theme like “nature,” “pets,” “black & white,” or “abstract minimalism.”
- Collected look: Mix illustrations, photography, and typography with a common color tone or mood.
Tip: Use one or two anchor pieces (larger or bolder) and build around them.
2. Plan the Layout First
Before you start hammering nails, lay your frames on the floor or cut out paper templates to tape on the wall.
Popular layouts include:
- Grid: Clean and symmetrical (perfect for modern spaces).
- Organic cluster: Asymmetrical but balanced (great for casual, cozy vibes).
- Linear row: A straight line – horizontal or vertical – great for hallways or above beds.
Tip: Maintain equal spacing between pieces (usually 1.5–2 inches) for visual consistency.
3. Mix Sizes, But Keep It Balanced
Combining large canvases with smaller posters adds depth and keeps the eye moving. But to avoid clutter, make sure no single piece overpowers the whole wall unless it’s meant to.
Try this: Place the largest piece off-center for a modern, dynamic look – then fill around it with smaller pieces.
4. Frame Styles Matter
Want a minimalist gallery wall? Stick with black or white thin frames. Going boho or eclectic? Mix wood tones, gold accents, or even unframed canvas prints for added texture.
Trunuru offers both framed posters and gallery-wrapped canvas prints, so you can mix and match effortlessly.
5. Placement Is Everything
A gallery wall works in almost every room:
- Living room: Behind the sofa or entertainment area
- Bedroom: Above the headboard or on a side wall
- Staircase: Follow the angle with ascending artwork
- Hallway: A symmetrical line of framed quotes or illustrations
- Office: A blend of calming visuals and motivational quotes
Tip: Center your arrangement at eye level – usually 57-60 inches from the floor to the center of the entire group.
6. Rotate Seasonally or Evolve Over Time
One of the best things about gallery walls? They’re flexible. Swap out prints seasonally, or add new ones as your style grows. Start small and build organically – your wall becomes your evolving visual diary.
Conclusion
Gallery walls are personal, flexible, and endlessly creative. Whether you’re going bold and modern or soft and sentimental, Trunuru’s diverse poster and canvas collections offer all the building blocks you need.
Ready to curate your own gallery wall? Browse our collections and start telling your story – one print at a time.
