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PAPERCITY PROMOTION Art M any homeowners already live in spaces that are beautifully established, layered over time with furniture, architecture, and personal history. Introducing new artwork into those environments is less about filling an empty wall and more about creating a dialogue between the piece and the room itself. For interior designer Javier Burkle, art is rarely an afterthought. "Art has the power to set the emotional tone of a room," he says. A single painting or photograph can influence everything from the palette to the placement of furniture. When art leads the conversation, the result is a space that feels intentional and personal. Start with what moves you. The best interiors begin with art that evokes a reaction. Choose a work that sparks curiosity or emotion, then let the room evolve around it. How to Design a Room Around Art You Love Go bigger than you think. Art should feel confident within its setting. Larger pieces often anchor a room more successfully than several smaller works competing for attention. Make the first view count. Think about where art will be encountered first. A striking piece at the end of a corridor or greeting guests in an entry creates an immediate visual impact. Let the art lead. Pull subtle tones from the artwork into upholstery, rugs, or accessories so the space quietly echoes the piece. Burkle Creative @burklecreative burklecreative.com Direction Javier Burkle 90