Kris Jenner says her clever wall art 'brought light and light and inspiration' to her home – it's made me realize how art can be both decorative and functional

The socialite introduced a unique, neon artwork to her space, which she says has elevated her living space in more than one way – and you can get the look

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Neon wall art is typically found in bars and restaurants, often in the form of a cheeky phrase. However, the Kardashian-Jenner clan has been known to go for high-end neon wall art, with Kendall Jenner boasting a coveted James Turrell piece in her own home.

It turns out the neon doesn't fall far from the tree – Kris Jenner shared a photo of her own neon wall art, which adds a vibrant burst of blue, pink, and yellow to her neutral living area.

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Below, we have rounded up some options to achieve the functional, lit-artwork look.

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While 'neon art' and 'functional' might not be phrases that you might naturally associate with one another, Jenner's piece has me rethinking how I decorate my home with lighting that goes beyond its purpose.

As we can see in Jenner's space, the piece acts as a subtle light, which warms the room and adds a gentle glow to the armchair. The sunset imagery is as mesmerizing as it is calming, while also complementing the glow that is coming in through the other room via a lit Christmas tree.

Neons also have a retro quality to them; commonly found in diners and antique shops, neon signs, and, by proxy, neon art, add some vintage-inspired flair to any space.

For those of us who aren't quite ready to commit to a large-scale neon artwork, unique light fixtures are the way to go. Adding a modern sconce to a living room wall can instantly transform it from simple to a spot with visual interest. While lamps can be playful thanks to patterned or colored shades and interesting shapes, sconces can likewise provide an element of intrigue to a room.

I love any sconces that are lively in their design, for example, a wavy sconce that crawls along a wall. These ones look fantastic in otherwise minimalist spaces, where they add just the right amount of vibrancy. They look particularly handsome above a white or cream sofa, similar to the color of Jenner's.

Alternatively, a projector works wonders to achieve a sunset appearance on a wall. I love lamp projectors that allow you to change color settings, so you can opt for a classic orange and yellow palette or go bold with pinks and purples.

Another living room lighting idea would be adding a picture light to an existing print or work of art that you want to illuminate. These subtle lights highlight intricate details in works while adding a soft glow to the piece.


Hannah Ziegler
News Editor

Hannah is Homes & Gardens’ News Editor, with a focus on celebrity style and entertainment content. She got her start in media as a digital editorial assistant at ELLE Canada, and has since written about lifestyle and culture for publications such as Nylon and i-D.

Her love of film is rivaled only by one with a great soundtrack, and she hopes to someday decorate a Nancy Meyers-worthy kitchen.