Arrange collections together. If you collect something, such as dolls or paperweights, put them in the same location. They will attract attention and look more artistically interesting if they are together, rather than spread out throughout a home. For example, if you have bookshelves surrounding a fireplace, this would be a good place for a specialized collection of statues or attractive dolls. Have an element of surprise.
Rooms gain life when a bold statement is made.
If a room is contemporary, highlight it with a bold antique. Or put an animal statue under a grand piano to add that special element of surprise. Even one piece of furniture, such as a special chair or table, can add interest to a room if it is placed at an angle. Imagine a room where sofas and tables were arranged in a linear pattern and off to the corner a TV entertainment center is angled. Consider buffet lamps.