- Abstract paintings are certainly a good choice for modern decor. Primary colors and geometric designs add contrast to neutral tones, including black and white. Paintings should be large. Create your own by painting boxes and various shapes on canvas or look for an artist's work. Frames are not necessary. An unframed canvas works in a modern room. Light box paintings are another choice. They are bright and offer straight and simple lines.
- Large wall clocks in black or white with a retro design add a bit of whimsy to the room. A clock with the inside mechanism showing is another choice. Waffle wall art with three-dimensional shapes gives a visual effect to the wall. Motif wall art, featuring figures such as jousters or dancing figures, adds interest.
- Mirrors add spaciousness to a room. Position the mirror across from a window and the reflection will enlarge the room. Look for simple designs or a collection of panels, which look like one mirror.
- The simple architectural design of a wall can be its own wall treatment. An exposed brick wall or plaster wall is a modern design. A wall with cutouts creates a modern look, which will add to the simple and straight lines of modern decor.
- Metal wall art is another choice, which will work as the focal point to any room. Choose scenes, which use a row of panels to create the design. Wall Decor and Home Accents is a retailer that offers a wide variety of scenes such as cityscapes, tree sculptures, star flowers and abstract designs.
- Unlike wallpaper cut outs for a child's room, wall art is a combination of wallpaper and art. Squares, circles and slats are made of wood with adhesive backing. Create your own design by placing them in any order on the wall. Wall art is available through Modern Furniture, Lighting, and Decor.
