A few years ago, I had a visitor to my Berlin loft—an interior designer, sharp and highly critical. She looked around, admired the natural light, and then paused at the wall above my desk. "Interesting," she said, tapping a manicured nail near one of my early pieces. "It's aggressive, but… refined. A controlled chaos."
Controlled chaos. That perfectly encapsulates what we do at DeckArts. We take the explosive energy of street art and the skate park and give it structure, framing it for a sophisticated interior space. Starting your own skateboard art collection is about more than just buying wood; it’s about mastering that balance.
You’re ready to move past posters and invest in something authentic. Here’s how I recommend you build a collection that’s both culturally genuine and a statement in your home.
The Foundation: Why Authentic Skateboard Graphics Matter
The foundation of any great collection is quality and provenance. A true art deck is not a cheap novelty; it’s a high-quality, professional-grade 7-ply maple blank used as a genuine canvas. You should never compromise on this.
We work directly with local Berlin street art creators and international artists to ensure every piece in our catalog carries an honest narrative. This is crucial because true street art is often ephemeral—it's painted over, tagged, or washed away. By selecting limited edition skateboard decks, you capture that moment and make it permanent. This is an investment in culture. If you’re curious about the material that makes the art last, I encourage you to read The Complete Guide to 7-Ply Maple Quality.
Building The Narrative: Start with a Single Vibe
Don't jump into buying five completely different decks. A powerful collection starts with a cohesive idea. Think of your decks as characters in a short story.
1. The Color Story
Walk through your space. What color is dominant, or what color is desperately missing? I often suggest beginning with a single color that runs through all your pieces. For example, if you want a warm, energetic feel, select three boards where the art uses heavy oranges and reds—perhaps abstract graffiti pieces or geometric designs. If you’re unsure how to choose, our article, The Psychology of Color in Skateboard Art, offers great insights.
2. The Cultural Dialogue
Choose a theme that speaks to you. Maybe it’s pure typography, abstract expressionism, or classic 90s graphics. Our Limited Edition Collection is often curated around specific cultural movements. Picking two or three decks within that series creates an immediate, gallery-like impact, turning your wall into a focused exhibition.
3. The Artist Connection
Sometimes, the simplest way is to follow the artist. If a certain artist’s style—their lines, their characters, or their tone—resonates with you, collect a few of their pieces. This gives your wall a focused, personal signature. For instance, finding three varied pieces by the same creator in our Berlin Street Art Series is a guaranteed way to build a coherent and powerful display.
Installation: Mastering Skateboard Interior Design
The best art can be ruined by poor presentation. The way you mount and light your collection is just as important as the decks you select from our catalog.
The Flow and The Gap
When displaying multiple decks, the space between them is critical. Too close, and the individual pieces lose their voice; too far apart, and the connection is lost. The standard rule for a professional skateboard home decor look is to leave a gap equal to about 1/3 to 1/2 the width of a deck between each one. A clean, straight line or a staggered, rhythmic placement can make all the difference. We outline this, and the physical steps, in our detailed guide on How to Mount Skateboard Art.
Mixing with Traditional Pieces
Don't isolate your skateboard wall art. True skateboard interior design uses the deck to disrupt and elevate a traditional gallery wall. Place a vibrant, custom skateboard art deck next to a framed photograph or a piece of minimal art. The deck's unique shape and texture—its "controlled chaos"—brings a dynamic, modern edge to the entire display. When art forms speak to one another, your room becomes a conversation.
The most important step in building your first collection is simply starting. Find the piece that makes you pause, that captures that raw energy of the street, and bring it home. Take a look through our catalog and find your foundation piece today.
About the Author
The creation of DeckArts started because of a personal frustration: a lot of "urban art" for the home lacked genuine connection to the streets and skate culture. Living here in Berlin, you’re surrounded by a constant, shifting canvas, and I felt it deserved better than mass-market copies. My mission with this brand is to bridge the gap between that authentic, raw creative energy and the polished world of interior design, providing high-quality, investment-worthy pieces. I personally select and curate our artists, always prioritizing those with real street credibility and exceptional talent.
Follow my journey and get Berlin design insights: Instagram @rntv and stasarnautov.com.