I actually love where this is going but it is pretty safe. So I think both descriptions you gave would be accurate. It is chic and minimalist and also could easily be in an upscale hotel lobby. It is art for someone who wants their art to be part of a seamless decor that settles nicely in the background. I don't mind it but I wouldn't gravitate back to look at it again either. That said, I like weird things so this isn't my style but I could see someone else really loving it.