Map Art

So I thought that is was about time for another "segment" of A few of my favourite things....  and as it so happens one of my lovely friends from work asked me for some suggestions on decorating a hallway ...... and 'wallah' an opportunity presents itself! 

One of my favourite things at the moment is the sophisticated use of maps.  I love maps in kids rooms and in spaces where it is all about fun and education:

Like this boys bedroom designed by Robyn Karp Interiors:

 Or this playroom designed by Kate from Centsational Girl:

But the use of maps to make sophisticated and meaningful space is something that I think can not be overstated. I mean just look at these rooms!

By Ralph Lauren:

Home of celebrity chef and cookbook writer Alex Hicks:

Bedroom designed by Alice Lane: 

As a result my friend is putting her own personal twist on this idea.  She is going to have black and white printed maps of all the places that have lived framed on their hallway wall...... I think it is a beautiful way of personalising this great decorating trend.