How to Use Wall Art and Decor To Change Your Office Space

Do you need to fill a space on your office walls with something eye-catching? If you do, perhaps some sophisticated decor will make the difference. Discover the best decor and office space wares to put the finishing touches to your office.

Wall art and decor are not only ideal accessories for a house, a living space or for home decor. These decorative items can brighten an office space and make the perfect statement. Whether you want to accentuate a modern or traditional look, you can choose the perfect piece to tie in the designs and styles of your office space.

But selecting and using wall art and decor can be difficult. The selection of great wall art and decorative items may overwhelm you when choosing the perfect items – the options seem endless. Unsure how to add decor and wall art to your office space? Read on to find the best ways to use these decorative items when decorating your office space.

What is the Difference Between Wall Decor and Wall Art?

While the purpose of wall decor is to embellish your space, wall art has a more profound meaning. Wall decor makes a space decorative, while wall art, such as wall prints, wall hangings, framed prints or canvas prints, can express and evoke a deeper emotion when someone enters your office space and looks at it.

What Kind of Wall Art is Most Popular?

Out of the vast collection of wall art available, such as art prints, abstract art or colourful prints, there are many popular options. If you’re considering hanging wall art in your office space or decorating your room with them, here are the options that create the best effect:

  • Canvas prints – from coast to nature scenes to portraits, the subjects in canvas prints give an office space character and can look vibrant and beautiful. Whether your office space has a modern or traditional feel, its look can capture the attention of your visitors when you select floating frame prints with engineered wood frames or split canvas prints.
  • Paintings – whether you choose a landscape style or an abstract art option, paintings are popular options that suit a range of office space styles. If you shop for paintings that match your office space decor, palette and colour scheme, you can create a complementary and harmonious look for the space.
  • Modern art photographs – by selecting modern art photographs or digital art photography to hang in your office space, you can evoke a modern style and a sense of contemporary beauty.

How Can I Make My Walls Look Interesting?

Other methods you can use to make your walls look interesting include filling your space with sophisticated office space items. Some of the best office wall items you may consider include clocks, photo frames and mirrors.

Mirrors for Office Spaces

If you don’t want to commit to a statement piece of artwork or install wall hangings in your office, mirrors for office spaces are an excellent option. Mirrors are not only for the bedroom or your hallway; they can add a sophisticated look to your office.

There are a couple of sizes and shapes to choose from when hanging a mirror in your office. You may select an oval mirror or a round mirror, such as the STACEY Black Aluminium Mirror, to move away from the standard square-shaped mirror. You may consider a more eclectic look and select several smaller mirrors to fill your office space, or choose one large mirror to brighten the space and make it look bigger and more inviting.

Photo Frames for Office Spaces

With photo frames for your office walls, you can give your wall prints or art prints the final touch and make them stand out. Finding the perfect photo frame can attract attention, and the best place to find them is in a quality homeware and home decor store.

Which photo frame is ideal for your office space? There are plenty of options. Something like the Floral Glass Photo Frame will complement a nature-inspired office theme; its shimmery surface and botanical garden design will reflect the light and create a warm look for your office. 

You may consider a simple photo frame that still offers the sophistication you’re looking for for your office. The CLARA White/Rose Gold Glass Photo Frame will give you the right balance of simplicity and chic appeal. It works if you aim for an Art Deco style for your office and want to display paintings proudly.

Clocks for Office Spaces

Clocks may be practical, but they can also make a statement about the style of the room. The choice that awaits you is wide – simple designs, larger sizes, sleek colours such as black or silver and various materials such as metal or wood can all make a different impact.

Aiming to create a modern look for your office space? The EMILIA Wall Clock is a top office and homeware option that can accentuate a modern look. Its minimalist style, silver hands, and wooden dial will complement your modern office space and enhance its contemporary look.

How Do You Arrange 4 Pieces of Art on the Wall?

A few simple steps can make styling your office space with four art pieces easier. Here are a few tips and steps to arrange four paintings on the wall of your office space.

1. Consider the Shape

Some of the most attractive designs that include four pieces of wall art are arranged as if they were a single piece. So, which shape should you consider when arranging wall art? Consider arranging and hanging them as one square, with each piece of art forming the corners of the square. This approach will create balance in your office space.

2. Think About the Height of the Art

Part of placing your pieces includes thinking about the level of the art or how high up the wall they should sit. Too low, and the art may not make the impact it was designed for. Too high, and your guests may have to stretch their necks to view the pieces. To get the correct balance, always ensure the centre point of the art hangs at eye level.

3. Think About the Spacing

Spacing the artwork in a square shape is important because it can create the illusion of a single, unified display. So, before you hang the art, take a moment to consider the spacing between them.

To keep things symmetrical, maintain an even space between the art and ensure the pieces are not more than six inches apart. The ideal spacing is approximately three inches.

4. Consider the Placement with the Furniture

Whether you’re hanging the four art pieces behind a table or a large chair, considering the placement of the work with the furniture is important. Paying attention to proportion is the easiest way to create balance in the office, avoid too much empty space, and ensure that all items make the impact they should.

Get Perfect Office Decor for your Space from One Six Eight London

One Six Eight London is the best place to find affordable office and homewares to decorate your space. We are keen to ensure you find the perfect wall decor for your office so you can enter the room and take in a balanced, professional and sophisticated vibe.

Our stock includes the best quality wall clocks, photo frames and mirrors that you can match to the style you want to achieve. Simply browse online at One Six Eight London to find the best options for your office. We’re excited to help you make the best statement with your office designs.

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Christmas Gift Guide 2026: Personalised Homewares Gifts Australia Will Love

Christmas sneaks up fast. One minute it's Melbourne Cup weekend, the next you're panic-scrolling for something that doesn't look like a last-minute grab. If you'd rather give a gift that gets used every single day — and maybe even kept for decades — this guide is for you. Below you'll find our favourite homewares gift ideas for Christmas 2026, from engraved jewellery boxes to silent wall clocks, with honest advice on who each one suits and how to order in time for the big day.

Why a personalised gift beats another voucher

A gift card says "I ran out of time". An engraved gift says you planned ahead. Our personalised jewellery boxes can be engraved with a name, initials or a short message, which turns a beautiful object into a keepsake — the kind of present that gets passed down rather than re-gifted. It's our most popular Christmas option for mums, daughters, partners and bridesmaids alike.

Choosing the right jewellery box size

The jewellery box collection runs from small single-layer boxes through to extra-large styles. A simple rule of thumb: a small box suits someone with a few everyday pieces; a medium box adds room for watches and bangles; large and XL boxes suit collectors who want everything in one place, with velvet-lined interiors that protect delicate pieces from scratches. If you're unsure, size up — nobody has ever complained about having too much jewellery storage.

For the person who values their sleep: silent clocks

If someone in your life still wakes to a phone alarm on the bedside table, a proper clock is a surprisingly thoughtful upgrade. Our alarm clocks are designed to be bedroom-friendly, and our signature silent wall clocks use a smooth sweep movement with no ticking at all — ideal for bedrooms, studies and open-plan living areas where a ticking clock drives everyone quietly mad. Most of our designer clocks are backed by a 5-year warranty, so it's a gift that will still be going strong many Christmases from now.

Matching a clock to a room

For a statement above the mantel or sofa, go large — 53cm to 70cm reads beautifully from across the room. For kitchens, hallways and smaller bedrooms, 30cm to 41cm is the sweet spot. If you're torn, neutral colours like white, charcoal and olive green sit comfortably in almost any Australian home. You can browse the full range in our clocks collection.

For the home stylist: vases, bowls and candle holders

Decor gifts work because they let the recipient do the styling. A sculptural piece from our vase collection looks considered on a shelf even when it's empty, and a decorative bowl earns its keep on a dining table or kitchen bench all year round. For something smaller, candle holders make lovely Kris Kringle and teacher gifts — easy to wrap, hard to get wrong.

For the sentimental one: photo frames

Pair a glass photo frame with a printed photo from the year and you have a gift that costs little but lands hard. The bevelled glass styles sit beautifully next to a glass jewellery box on a dressing table, so the two together make an easy matched set for someone special.

Gift ideas by budget

Under $50: candle holders, small vases and photo frames. $50–$150: small and medium jewellery boxes, bedside alarm clocks and most wall clocks. Over $150: large and XL jewellery boxes (especially engraved), oversized statement clocks and solid wood mirrors. If you're still stuck, our best sellers are popular for a reason — they're the pieces Australians buy most, Christmas after Christmas.

Ordering in time for Christmas

Two practical tips. First, orders over $99 ship free Australia-wide — the details are on our shipping page. Second, if you're ordering an engraved jewellery box, allow extra time for personalisation before the December cut-off, and order earlier rather than later; engraving slots fill quickly in December. Melbourne locals can also see pieces in person at our showroom — details on our showroom page.

Three quick rules for choosing homewares gifts

If you take nothing else from this guide, take these. One: match the gift to a daily habit — a clock for the early riser, a jewellery box for the person forever hunting for the other earring, a fruit bowl for the entertainer. Two: when in doubt, choose neutral colours; white, black and soft greys work in every home, while bolder colours are best saved for people whose style you know well. Three: presentation matters — a considered card plus an engraved name turns even a modest gift into the one they remember.

Frequently asked questions

Can I get a jewellery box engraved for Christmas?

Yes. Choose an eligible box, add engraving with your name, initials or short message, and we'll personalise it before dispatch. See the personalised jewellery boxes page for how it works, and order early in December to beat the engraving cut-off.

Do you offer free shipping at Christmas?

Orders over $99 ship free anywhere in Australia, all year round. Smaller orders ship at standard rates — see our shipping policy for current timeframes.

What makes a wall clock "silent"?

Our silent clocks use a sweep movement: the second hand glides continuously instead of ticking once per second. The result is a genuinely quiet clock that suits bedrooms and living spaces. Care tips are on our clock care page.

What if the recipient wants to swap?

No drama — our returns process is straightforward, and the details are on our returns page. Keep the packaging and the process is even easier.

However you celebrate, a considered gift doesn't need to be complicated: something beautiful, something useful, and ideally something with their name on it. Happy gifting from the One Six Eight London team.

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