Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Black is the new black.. . Finally.

Black is often overlooked as a neutral.  Often when we think of a neutral palette, our first impulse is to think gray, white or khaki. But black is back in a big way in home design and the results debunk any preconceived notions we have about the color. 

Myth #1: Black makes a room feel dark. True, the color black is the result of a complete absorption of light. So it would make sense that a room painted black would, in theory, seem dark and drab. These rooms prove the contrary. Black is an almost subtle backdrop to bright colored furniture and accessories. 

photo via: Pinterest

  Coco Cozy

 Black used as a focal wall in this nursery has a grounding effect on the room, balancing the white wall and the bright yellow ceiling.

Black looks almost playful when mixed with these candy colored tone for a child's room.


Myth #2: Black makes a room look smaller. Of course our black leggings and black skinny jeans make our bums look smaller. With a closet full of black, I am in no way debunking this theory! The effects of black, however, can be different in decorating. In these two bathrooms, the use of black lets you focus on the details of the vanities and accessories. The walls almost disappear making the room feel larger.


Interiors by Studio M

The same effect occurs in these dens. The books, furniture and accessories take center stage with black walls. The black makes the room look cozy, but not small. 


Black is also a great way to show off architecture. The black crown moulding and walls juxtaposed with the white ceiling accentuates the detail. 


The black walls in this room accentuate the architecture of the fireplace.

The black in this bath helps your eye move to the detail and beauty of the floor.

Black is the perfect backdrop to accentuate this gallery wall.
photo via: Pinterest

And the black works in harmony with the other neutrals in these rooms.


photo via: Pinterest



Are you brave enough for this neutral? {Erin}











15 comments:

  1. Love black and I think I will actually paint my bathroom black soon.

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  2. I love the black baths in the post. Can't wait to see yours! I'm looking to add a few black walls myself.

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  3. I love all of these images! I've been dying for some bold black somewhere in my house, I'm just not sure where. I started by going charcoal in our bedroom, and I love the cozy, moodiness of it.

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    1. Black seems like the easiest color to decorate with, but one of the hardest colors to fully commit to!

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  4. oh yes!! I love black and am not afraid of dark colors at all!! great round-up of photos.

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    1. Thanks for your comments! I'm warming up to the dark side!

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  5. I am loving all of these photos...I really want to paint our little small guest bathroom black, but I was nervous it would feel too "heavy" but I love the inspiration pic of the bathroom with all the pics on the wall! It looks smaller and is gorgeous!

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    1. I love the bathroom photos as well. The black really makes the accessories pop!

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  6. I love the title of this post. FINALLY! haha and Im obsessing over all those pictures.

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  7. It's a bit of a nail biting move - but you can never go wrong with painting a room black.

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    1. I agree with the nail biting. I have a black panel hanging on a wall now trying to decide if it's the right space!

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  8. Black is always classic! Your point about black in the bathroom is so true! It really does help your sight and you can figure out stuff fast in black room/accessories as compared to other colors. You can definitely play with a bunch of other colors with black being the primary color in your room. It also helps cut the sharp effect of most vivid colors such as bright fuchsia, which most people are afraid to use in their homes, but once used with black you can control its sharpness and enjoy the beautiful color! :)

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    1. Thanks so much for your comments Amber. I don't really think that you can go wrong with black when done in the right space.

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  9. this is the first time i visit your site but i will be one of your permanent visitors because you provide good topics and ideas

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