Awesome Staircase Wall Art Ideas

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Make every corner of your home stand out with wall art. Your home is an expression of who you are, so don’t leave any space bland and unadorned. While your staircase may not seem like an obvious space to decorate, interior design is all about the details. It’s the little things that will wow your guests and take your space from ordinary to outstanding. Tap into your inner designer and curate a gallery wall, or simply hang a single canvas above your stairs. We’ve teamed up with design experts to bring you the best staircase wall art ideas.

Simple Staircase Wall Decor

While wall art isn’t the only way to spruce up the wall adjacent to your staircase, it’s certainly the simplest! Not only can wall art make a massive visual impact, but it’s super cost-effective. Rather than painting an entire wall or making any renovations to your space, try adding a trendy canvas print to give your space a brand-new look. Not only is wall art affordable, but it’s also low-commitment. Because you’re not physically altering your space, you can always swap out your wall art for something new! Canvas prints are the perfect way to play with trends that come and go. Plus, wall art can be swapped out seasonally. For a super simple way to elevate the walls around your staircase, you can’t beat a statement piece of artwork.

Staircase Wall Ideas: Top Trends

Speaking of trends to try out, there are tons of wall decor styles to explore in 2024. This year is all about taking organic, natural themes and adding a vibrant twist. For example, consider our “Sunset Forest” collection, curated by our art director, Tirzah Goodman. This catalog of wall art is a surreal, vivid take on classic landscapes. Full of bright, warm tones, the goal is to create a space that looks unexpected but feels cozy at the same time. Try hanging a multi-panel piece of frameless canvas art for a trendy twist, and place your print in an area that could use a visual boost. Our “Sunset Forest” collection is the perfect way to make your staircase area look serene, without sacrificing eye-catching style. Striking nature prints are all the rage this year, so why not experience the magic yourself? Plus, your staircase is the perfect area to experiment with new design ideas.

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The Room Around the Stairs

The area around your staircase is the perfect place to hang canvas prints. Elevate your living space with the simple addition of a few pieces of well-placed wall art. Combine your brand-new canvases with personal photographs and memories to create an eclectic gallery wall, or go with a more minimalist approach. No matter what you decide, any addition of artwork will make a stunning visual difference to your staircase.

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A Staircase with Style

Because the staircase is slightly less visible than a living room or dining area, the decor can be much more personal. The style of wall art is completely up to you, and it should reflect your unique personality. However, if you’re looking for trends to follow, we have a few suggestions! Our design experts have put together curated collections of this year’s top trends.

Staircase Wall Art Ideas: Pro Tips

The first trend to consider is summer greenery! ElephantStock’s resident art director, Tirzah Goodman, has created a collection of palm prints that pop. Instantly brighten up your space with tropical leaves and vibrant colors.

Another trend predicted by Tirzah Goodman is definition-themed wall art. This modern style combines trendy typography with contemporary images for a look that is both youthful and sophisticated.

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Choosing Your Colors

There are endless color options when it comes to wall art for your staircase. Consider the hot trend of combining both neutrals and statement colors to create visible variation. Explore contemporary color combos like taupe and teal, white and red, and of course – Pantone’s Illuminating yellow and Ultimate gray.

Staircase Wall Art Ideas: Pro Tips

Design expert Yoko Chow, of Yoko Chow LLC, expands on this foolproof color palette:

“The combination of Illuminating yellow and Ultimate Gray may give you a very contemporary impression, but it can look traditional as well. You can combine [a neutral base] with modern yellow details by pairing an existing light gray interior with a piece of wall art which incorporates the Illuminating yellow shade."

If you’re trying to maintain a contemporary appearance, she warns against the overuse of yellow, and explains why you should balance it with a cool neutral like grey.

"While yellow is known to enhance one’s creativity and attention, having a vast area enveloped in yellow may cause an inability to focus since it is such an attention-grabbing color. [It’s much better as a splash of color.] Balance is the key!

Black and White Staircase Ideas

While color is fun to play with, you can’t go wrong with classic black and white. Browse greyscale prints to pair with your own black and white photographs for an effortlessly classy stairway.

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Staircase Wall Art: Sizes

Follow our Ultimate Wall Art Size Guide to determine your ideal canvas size, or skim these handy excerpts intended for unconventional spaces like hallways and gallery walls:

Staircase Wall Art Ideas: Pro Tips

IDEAL FOR THE HALLWAY: 36"X75"

Large wall art that measures 36 inches by 75 inches in height and width can create a polished, classic look in your hallway. This wall art size works well in long hallways as well as over your entertainment area.

THE SIZE THAT CAN'T GO WRONG: 52"X32"

Planning a gallery wall above the furniture, or hanging a split canvas? The best size is 52 inches by 32 inches in height and width. Use canvas of asymmetrical sizes and arrange them in symmetry to create an eye-catching look on your wall.
Gallery walls and multi-panel artworks look awesome in the living room, hallway and even in a bedroom above the bed. It looks awesome over a king or queen bed. Make sure you have empty space around the artwork so that the arrangement looks organized and appealing.

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Mirror the Environment You Want to Create

Hanging a print that depicts your ideal interior is a powerful way to add inspiration and a visual illusion in your living space. When you carefully select the image that resonates with your desired aesthetic, you will embark on a journey of turning your vision into a reality! By strategically placing this photograph in a prominent spot, such as above your staircase, you can create a captivating visual anchor that draws your attention to the print. As you go about your daily life, glimpses of this beautifully arranged room in the print will remind you of the possibilities that lie ahead with your own home. It will fuel your determination to transform your surroundings into the space you’ve always envisioned. Through this simple act of hanging a photo, you can create a subtle yet profound visual illusion, seamlessly blending the lines between imagination and reality, and setting the stage for the interior of your dreams.

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Staircase Wall Art: Shapes

If your home is funky and eclectic, choose a creative canvas shape to match. While there’s nothing wrong with a traditional, single-panel print, there are tons of exciting layouts to choose from! A vertical rectangle will look amazing in any staircase or hallway space. For a horizontal option, try a panoramic canvas print. Make your staircase stand out with a multi-panel canvas composed of 3-5 individual pieces. For the ultimate eye-catching appearance, go with a hexagonal-shaped, 7-piece work of art.

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