15 Neo-Classical Wall Clock Ideas to Inspire Your Next Makeover

Neoclassical wall clocks draw on the architecture of ancient Greece and Rome, with laurel wreaths, fluted details, Roman numerals and a strong sense of symmetry. The simplest way to use one in a makeover is to treat it as an architectural feature, centred on a wall and framed by balanced pieces either side. In this article we share fifteen practical ideas for living rooms, dining rooms, hallways and bedrooms. They range from a laurel wreath clock above the fireplace and a pair of columns framing the wall, to marble consoles, panelled backdrops, monochrome schemes, fluted frames and soft chalky palettes. We also explain how to scale a clock for high ceilinged period rooms, how to mix classical and contemporary furniture, and how to combine ideas without overloading the room. A closing section covers proportion and lighting, followed by a short FAQ on choosing and hanging a neoclassical clock in a UK home....