The piano is often the odd piece of furniture in the room. It is necessary when you love playing music, but it doesn’t always fit well into a space.
We’ve got 10 amazing examples of spaces that have perfectly integrated pianos into their decor and even made them a focal point!
Each space demonstrates what a little care and thoughtful decor can do. We’re crushing on these spaces for a lot of reasons, from the accessories to the art to the plants and beyond. But who knew an instrument could become the greatest piece in the room?
1. Make It A Showpiece
The decor around the piano may be minimal in the home of Helen Rice (as shared by Anne Street Studio), but there is something appealing about the open base where you can see all the strings, and a simple plant cascading down the top.
It might not be a majestic room with a baby grand, but this upright piano makes a statement!
2. Add Textural Elements
We love all the use of texture via the lambskin, plush rug, throw pillows, and geometric lamps. Also, don’t be afraid of the process! In this blog post, Megan of The Blush Home allows us to take a peek into her living room and the process of decorating around her piano.
3. Decorate Immediately Adjacent Areas
Don’t neglect the areas immediately adjacent to the piano. The clever use of two rattan poufs styled nearby adds to the charm of the space. The floating shelf is a genius way to add a display in addition to anything sitting on top of the piano! See more of this stunning space on Kristina Lynne’s blog as she details her piano styling.
4. Make It Pop Against Dark Walls
The home of Emily Clark has been a source of inspiration for years, and this room is no exception! The beautiful mahogany wood really pops against the black walls, and the family photo gallery wall really gives visual interest. Plus this space gives us permission to use a light other than a piano lamp which makes for a great statement!
5. Accessorize It
Creating a balanced arrangement of artwork, greenery, and accessories makes the piano a focal point in a room. This stunning perfectly styled space by Lauren Conrad (as showcased by My Domaine) gives us inspiration for days!
Piano design doesn’t have to be complex to be stunning; a few simple decorative items keep things classy.
6. Paint It & Add Metallic Accents
Jessica Garvin’s styling is less about what is around the piano, and more about the piano itself! Try making it a focal point in the space by giving it a paint color that makes it stand out from the rest of the room! And take note of those gorgeous brass accents.
This is a great way to upgrade an old piano to give it new life.
7. Add Moldings & Architectural Details
The architectural design of added columns and wall molding gives a stately look and directs the eye to the piano as a focal point. Of course all the finer design details executed by Helen Sturesson and that gallery wall in blows us away!
This isn’t just a piano room; it is a music room that doesn’t put the instruments in the corner of the living room but front and center.
8. Put It In A Cozy Nook
Don’t make piano placement an afterthought, even if you don’t have a lot of space. Have a little nook? Why not put an instrument in there! The Home of Hanna Nunn (as toured by 91 Magazine) goes to show that it’s okay for your piano to steal the show and make for a cute nook with a cozy feel.
We also love the use of a non-traditional piano bench.
9. Add Simple Unique Pieces
Not all styling has to be big or busy as demonstrated in the home of Grace Rosenstein (via Cottages & Gardens). Add a few well thought out pieces scaled perfectly to balance the piano. We love the unique bench, large scale art, and earthy accessories!
10. Hang Other Instruments Around It
Create a music corner that displays other instruments. Hanging our guitars (one is a family heirloom!) and violin near the piano makes it easy to access, encourages us to practice (besides during piano lessons), and adds to the wall decor around it.
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11. Use Statement Lighting
Yes, you can use a classic piano lamp for a stylish, traditional look. But you can also change things up by using a wall sconce, a table lamp, desk lamp, or even a floor lamp like Katherine from Up To Date Interiors did in her home.
She also made her piano the star of the room by placing accent chairs facing it in the family room. While floor plans with the piano centered might not work for small rooms, it is the perfect place if you have extra living space!
12. Create A Focal Wall With Largescale Wall Decor
Use a large piece of art or other wall accessories as a statement piece to accentuate the piano. When I refreshed my piano area, I added an oversized wall mirror above my piano, but you can also think outside the box regarding wall decor. Frame sheet music as thematic art, hang baskets, or even a collection of wall mirrors.
Create a music area with decorative elements like these for a truly show-stopping space!
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Finally somebody who thinks outside the box . I love these piano ideas . I have two pianos , 1 organ , 23 guitars . Now I know how to decorate with theese instruments instead of having everything stacked on top of each other .
Thank U kinddly and HAVE A BEAUTIFUL EASTER SUNDAY .
RICHARD CHAVEZ