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Incorporating Art at Home: A Tool for Wellbeing

Written by Sandra Fadayel

Art isn't about decoration - it's about identity

A lot of people think of art as the cherry on top - something you choose after the furniture, when the mood strikes. Or worse, something intimidating and expensive, meant to impress guests or nod to some imagined ‘art mafia.’

But art isn't about status. It's about self.

The truth is: art is one of the most powerful tools you have to feel at home in your own space.It’s not just about what you see - it’s about how you feel.

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What happens when you don’t include art?

Even if every light, sofa, and surface is “technically perfect,” your space can still feel flat - like something’s missing. That something is often you. Art is personal. It connects you to your story, your culture, your memories, and your values. Without it, your home might function... but it may not move you.


The science backs it up

Studies from institutions like the Royal Society of Medicine  show that viewing art can reduce stress, improve wellbeing, and even ease physical pain. Museums have long been places of quiet reflection - but why not bring that same sense of emotion, presence, and inspiration into your everyday space?

Here's how to start

Here are 5 simple steps to try:

  1. Choose one space to begin. Somewhere you spend time like your living room, hallway, bedroom.
  2. Ask: How do I want to feel in this room? Calm? Energised? Grounded? Romantic? Art should support that mood.
  3. Start collecting pieces that speak to that feeling. This could be:
    • A framed photo from a trip
    • A painting by a local artist
    • A limited-edition print
    • A textile, sculpture, or mixed-media piece.
    • Even a torn magazine page you've loved for years.
  4. Curate with intention. Think scale, placement, and relationship. Would a single large piece work better than a gallery wall? Do the tones or themes speak to one another?
  5. Frame, light and display it with care. Don’t just hang - honour it. Let it breathe in the space.

"But what if I get it wrong?"

There’s no such thing.

Art that resonates with you is always right. You don’t need to explain it. You don’t need it to match your cushions. You just need it to feel like yours.

And if you’re unsure? That’s where curation comes in. We help you discover what you love, what feels aligned, and how to layer it beautifully into your home. No pressure. No art snobbery. Just guidance and joy.

At Inhabitat, we start with art

Whether it’s a major design project or a smaller refresh, we see art not as an afterthought, but as a starting point. It’s often the clearest expression of you - and everything else flows from there. A home with art feels lived in, loved, and layered. It’s a home that speaks.

Feeling inspired?

Take a look around your space. What’s on your walls? What’s missing? If your home doesn’t quite feel like you yet - art might be the bridge.

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