An Art Forward Home Starts With Meaning

I have always been drawn to art forward interiors. Spaces where the walls are layered with pieces that tell a story, where art is not an afterthought but a foundation. For me, art has never been about filling empty space. It has been about surrounding myself with pieces that tell a story.

One of my first “big girl art purchases” came from an annual Sister Goode sale. I remember walking into her home and feeling completely inspired by the way art lived so naturally. The piece caught my eye immediately, but what made it accessible was that it was unframed. It was less expensive than it would have been otherwise, and it made owning an original feel possible.

At the time, I did not realize how much that moment would shape the way I collect art. It taught me that building a meaningful collection does not have to happen all at once, and it does not have to come with an overwhelming price tag. Sometimes it simply starts with recognizing a piece that speaks to you and being open to creative ways of bringing it home.

One of my favorite tips for anyone wanting an art forward interior is to seek the unframed prints or originals. Framing can significantly increase the cost of a piece, but it does not have to be done immediately, and it does not have to be done at the highest price point. There are so many accessible ways to frame artwork beautifully using local resources, vintage frames, or simple custom options that allow the art to shine.