Embrace the dark side with black walls—turn to these spaces for design inspiration
Nothing makes a stunning visual impact like black walls. While we love minimalist white rooms as much as the next person, black rooms create a strong design statement upon the first impression. Just like white, black is also incredibly versatile in interiors. It can harmonise with a range of interior styles to deliver a sense of sophistication and elegance to a space.
There are also a range of finishes to consider when designing a black room. You can opt for a matte finish, a high gloss look, or black paint that contains subtle undertones such as red or blue tints. No matter what option you go for, make sure to do a paint test to observe how the shade transforms your space as the light changes throughout the day.
Ready to make the commitment to black? Below, we gathered some inspirational rooms that make a dramatic design statement with the dark hue.
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1. A modern lounge in black
For a young couple’s one-bedroom penthouse apartment, New York-based interior designer Nicole Fuller created a stunning fireplace area. The black lacquered bookcase delivers a chic touch to the room and allows the vibrant art pieces tucked within its shelves to shine. A colourful painting hangs above the white Arabescato marble fireplace surround, with both elements creating an eye-catching focal feature within the dark space.
The designer also added contemporary appeal to the dark walls by layering the space with an eclectic mixture of furnishings and art pieces. The blue armchairs stand out with an electrifying pop, while the monochromatic patterned rug adds cosiness and pulls the space together.
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