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30 Black & White Living Rooms That Work Their Monochrome Magic

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Do you look at the world in black and white? Usually that can be a bad thing, but in interior design, it is a very good thing. Monochrome doesn't mean boring, when expertly applied, this design concept can be executed in a manner that brings a living room to life. There are countless ways to use these colors in a way that is interesting and engaging. We have gathered thirty living rooms that display this to perfection and incorporates this color palette in different ways. Do you see the world in black and white (and a few shades of grey)? Make your vision a reality, and have fun!

The first living room on our list showcases our point to perfection; it is visually appealing and sophisticated without a riot of color. The double height living room relies on black and white elements- and it works! The walls are a pristine white while the furniture is black. A patterned rug and pillows add dimension to the room, while black interspersed with neat white lines makes for a beautiful room.

This formal living room incorporates shades of grey into its color palette. This room is relatively smaller, and the monochrome colors make it seem more spacious and homely. A black marble accent wall behind a modern fireplace is a unique twist on the classic chimney, while the expressive paintings on the wall make the room look interesting. The wooden floor subtly enhances the monochrome colors by being a bit of a contrast. The unique floor lamp you see here is Arco by Flos.

Obviously inspired by vintage glamour, the next living room boasts stylish white crown moulded walls and fabulously glamorous white chandelier, all trying behind a bold black sofa to create a room that pays homage to some classic design techniques. A bouquet of red roses adds color to the room without ruining the effect.

Here, the designers focused on the lighter side of life. With white living room furniture and a black accent half-wall that is a base to the room. The tropical tone of the wooden floor prevents the room from being overwhelming and the Scandinavian style chairs add an aura of modern comfort.

When your living room has a view such as this one, you don’t try and compete, you complement. This monochromatic haven is beautifully designed and understated in a way that is charmingly elegant. It does not detract from the view; rather it is a complement of the stunning natural beauty.

This apartment is smaller than the previous ones that we looked at, and lacks a breathtaking view, but this homey apartment makes up for that in stylish comfort. Dark walls and a cosy looking sofa make for a lovely home to come back to after a difficult day, while a veritable indoor garden is a breath of fresh air that ties into the decor and gives it life.

Simplicity is key. There is nothing worse than a room that is overdone and obnoxious. This room proves that you can have a stylish living room and you don’t need much to accomplish that. The swing arm wall lamp you see here is the Flos Mod 265.

By using black and white living room decor, you’re opening yourself up to an unexplored world of wonder. The room is bold and beautiful; from the black brick wall and grey undertones it just oozes style and class. The large window gives off an urban loft aura while the white and black furniture is classic and defined.

Minimalistic and monochromatic go hand in hand. The point of minimalism is to create an aesthetically pleasing that doesn’t need much. This living room is proof that such a feat is possible. The room is striking and worldly, but still simple and minimalistic.

Our next living room is ultra modern. The light fixtures are geometric and aesthetically pleasing, while the art work on the wall adds a fun splash of colour that enlivens the room. The designer took a simple bookshelf to the next level by simply surrounding it with a black frame, the books themselves adding their own colorful flair.

You can’t go too wrong with palette furniture. It is simple, functional and oh so stylish. When combined with the sleek light fixtures, the room has a subtle industrial undercurrent that adds depth to the room.

Forget accent wall, this room has a bona fide accent floor! Paired with the ongoing grey theme and LED lighting the room is marvel of design that doesn’t need much to shine the way it does.

To make the room look bigger, the designer used a crisp white wall. Then, in a stroke of genius- made everything else white too. A large black modern sofa and the nesting coffee tables are a dramatic contrast, while a grey carpet provides a solid base and relieves some of the contrast.

Speaking of dramatic contrasts, this living room is full of them. Combined this room is a pleasure to return home to and just relax with the evening newspaper or sit back and survey your kingdom.

Glass, mirrors and lights are all key features to the design in this living room. Forget traditional lighting, this living room employs geometric patterns and LED lighting to illuminate its various design features. The room is an ideal place to host guests, with the large couch and stunning visuals.

How do you add depth to your living room? Why not add 3-D wallpaper? It will bring the space to life and make for a spectacular accent wall!

With monochromatic color palettes, there is usually space for one or two bold colors that look interesting; this designer used black, white and gold to create a chic, luxurious living room.

Organic elements are a marvellous way of opening up a room and softening a monochromatic color scheme. If your living room design feels too harsh, use a few subtle natural components to break through and soften the entire room. It works like a charm!

The aim of this design was to create a cosy retreat in a small urban apartment. The Scandinavian style interior does just that in stylish monochrome colors, and makes for a snug, yet charming home for any house owner.

What comes to mind when you see this living room? Artistic? Contemporary? How about both? The room gives off a contemporary vibe that is irresistible, and is a perfect home for the modern homeowner. The Arne Jacobsen Egg chair plays the role of the accent chair here.

Geometric patterns and modern art characterizes this magnificent room. The black, white and grey are a pleasing blend, with a woven rug to soften the room’s aesthetic. The geometric design of the unique coffee table adds dimension to the room, while lush houseplants are a refreshing burst of color. The white sofa is almost bubble-like and looks like a lovely place to relax. The living room wall art mirrors the black and white theme.

An open plan home is as versatile as it is challenging. You need to create one unified room that serves different purposes. One way to do that is by choosing a color scheme, and monochrome works very well with this tip, as seen above. The room also uses bold design pieces like striking pendant light fixtures in the dining room and contemporary art in the living room area.

Studio apartments are a marvellous design opportunity, and we can see why. The unique shaped window and urban view provide the perfect back drop for this designer’s monochrome vision.

Black and white visuals are an engaging aspect to this cloud of black, grey and white. The white walls and black/grey furniture is a stunning contrast that makes for a visually appealing living room.

Exposed brick walls and thin, metallic shelving gives this open plan apartment a slight industrial feel, while the glass panels, art work and geometric shelves are more modern and artistic. These elements work together to create a diverse yet unified room.

A simple visual behind the couch gives off a subtle air of mystery, yet the rest of the room is transparent and open. The white floating tv stand against the black wall produces a great effect.

Wood and artwork mesh well together in this room. The room is dynamic and varied, with a window that gives us a peak at the lush greenery outside, subtly incorporating it into the decor.

This Scandinavian style living room is a flurry of contrasts. The sophisticated leather couch is an intentional contrast to the white distressed floor boards. The room is sophisticated yet slightly cluttered and industrial elements contrast to the sumptuously comfortable aspects.

Here, the monochromatic living room exudes luxurious comfort. A comfortable reading chair and upscale couch creates a great place to kick back and relax. The fireplace and stacked firewood is as opulent as it is chic.

Our final living room is a 3-D marvel. What better way to make your living room dynamic than to have a 3-D accent wall/ceiling? The space is sleek and absolutely energetic, the unique architecture is breathtakingly marvellous.

1. Black and white animal print rug 2. Accent planter bowl 3. Hand blown glass vase 4. Black and white ceramic vase 5. Arne Jacobsen style swan accent chair 6. Gallery wall art 7. Nesting coffee tables 8. Modern chandelier 9. Black arc floor lamp


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Black and white living room ideas are popular with those looking for a sophisticated and timeless feel. 

A classic and versatile pairing, black and white can be used to create myriad interior looks, from Parisian chic to mid-century modern, plus, the two-tone combination works well with nearly every shade on the color wheel.

Here we've rounded up an array of living room color ideas that embrace the monochrome palette alongside some tips from the experts to help you master two-tone decorating.

Black and white living room ideas can be tricky to get right, the key is to first decide on the look and mood you want to create as this will dictate the tones and the proportions of black and white you use. Do you want a calming sanctuary to retreat to at the end of a busy day, or a luxurious scheme with drama and wow-factor? 

Used in isolation in their pure form, the black and white pairing is perfect for creating a head-turning look, but, by introducing a series of different shades from the tonal spectrum, from off-white and grey through to charcoal, there's scope to create an array of different looks.

A neutral pairing, decorating with black and white is a great base for layering prints, accent colors, antiques, artwork and cherished possessions, but the two-tone combination can also make for a striking scheme used in isolation, or with greys as part of a monochrome design.

1. Use black as an accent in a white room

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Decorating with white is guaranteed to make your living room ideas feel light and bright, making it a popular choice for small living rooms. For a chic, contemporary look, consider punctuating the space with stark black and white accessories, furniture and lighting and artwork. 

Using pure white and black as part of a high-contrast look is a brilliant way to bring luxury, but it can sometimes feel cold and stark. In this space, a deep-pile black and white rug and long flowing curtains help bring an element of softness.

2. Balance white with black

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All-white open-plan living rooms can feel vast and lack a focal point, but introducing large blocks of black can help anchor the space and make it feel more balanced. In this scheme, a sleek, low black couch, together with a black wall panel, help to define the living area while still keeping it feeling open and contemporary.  

3. Add a bold accent color

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White living rooms are brilliant spaces for introducing bold accent color ideas, especially when they feature high-contrast combination of black and white or graphic prints. Primary colors such as yellow, blue and red work particularly well with stark black and white, and are popular accent colors for mid-century modern living room ideas. 

In this modern living room, the statement acid yellow chairs and a black and white zig zag rug work together to create a playful and engaging space.

4. Combine shades of grey for a softer look

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Pure black and white is a bold combination which can feel stark and be hard to live with. Decorating with grey in varying tones is an easy way to achieve a softer take on the monochrome living room. 

In this space, the textured grey rug, warm grey walls and grey fireplace all help soften the strong black lines and shapes within the room.

5. Use black and white in a mid-century scheme

(Image credit: Jamie Nesbitt-Webber / Photographer Regan Wood )

Sculptural furniture with strong architectural lines and biomorphic shapes are iconic features of mid-century modern decor – if you're planning to furnish with these iconic pieces, alongside vibrant artworks, then opting for a simple black and white backdrop is an effective way to show them off, as demonstrated in this scheme by Jamie Nesbitt-Weber . 

'The vintage Arne Norell Sirocco chairs from Sweden and George Nelson slat bench paired with the new modern Striad Lounge Chair and grid patterned Kasthall tufted Swedish rug give this room a mid-century aesthetic,' says the NYC-based interior designer. 'The bright primary colors in the art and accessories are a wonderful contrast against the  white walls and black slate floor.'

6. Bring softness with elegant curves

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Opting for living room furniture and lighting with sinuous curves can make a wonderful antidote to high-contrast black and white color schemes. In this minimalist living room, the elongated sofa, coffee table, side table and armchair all boast beautiful rounded silhouettes which help temper the two-tone drama. 

To keep the room feeling clutter-free, sleek and sophisticated, the walls have been kept bare and instead a sculptural living room ceiling light serves as a piece of functional art.

'This season we’ve seen a growing trend for oversized fixtures and fittings, particularly pendants and lamps. Statement lighting adds a wow factor and in the case of pendant lights, helps to draw the eye up to create a feeling of space and luxury,' says Helen Pett, design ambassador at Arteriors .

7. Introduce pattern with upholstery

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Covering a living room sofa or a pair of armchairs in patterned, monochrome fabric is a gentle way to add texture and interest to a two-tone scheme, as demonstrated in this space designed by Kitesgrove.

'We chose these Jaggar armchairs from Pure White Lines upholstered in a classic duotone houndstooth to introduce visual interest and nuance to the space,' says Clara Ewart, head of design at Kitesgrove . 'Houndstooth is a bold yet timeless pattern, and the fabric’s jagged geometry works well on the armchair’s curved mid century design, helping to define the layered and distinctive character of the space.' 

'To keep the black and white living room feeling cozy, the space has been softened with a variety of natural materials including warm wooden furniture, while a long pile wool rug, and quieter accents such as the textured cushions and the plants to bring the space together,' adds Clara. 

8. Create drama with black walls

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For a dramatic take on the monochromatic room living room, try painting your walls black and using white as the accent color. While people often shy away from curating a predominantly black living room, it can be a great way of making this family space feel more intimate and cocooning, especially if warmed up with brown wood, as done here.

'Dark colors have become more mainstream – charcoal can really give a room a feeling of luxury and sophistication and works surprisingly well in a small area to give it some grandeur,' says Justyna Korczynska, senior designer at Crown .

'We feel black adds drama, strength and solidity to a space. It can either be used to create a bold living room feature wall, or if that isn’t your style it can be incorporated in more subtle ways via accessories and furniture.'

9. Add a decorative wallpaper

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Monochrome wallpapers are a fabulous way to introduce pattern and texture to black and white schemes. When choosing living room wallpaper ideas think bout scale – detailed architectural designs such as this are great for adding interest without dominating, alternatively large-scale florals will bring drama and wow-factor. 

To frame the design consider painting the skirting or doorframe in a dark color. 'Blacks and dark greys work fantastically well on woodwork, skirting or as a highlight stripe in place of a dado rail, adding definition and contrast to a design scheme,' says Ruth Mottershead, creative director at Little Greene . 

10. Introduce black furniture

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Painting furniture or architectural features in a contrasting color to the walls is a brilliant way to add instant depth and structure to living space, as demonstrated in this scheme by interior designer Corine Maggio, where the living room shelving has been picked out in black.

'This is one of my favorite living rooms we've done because it's so stately without being stuffy. The built-in bookcases were existing, but we painted them and added the gold wallpaper to strengthen that wall and separate them from the fireplace,' says Corine Maggio, founder of CM Natural Designs .

'The rest of the furnishings we kept neutral with just a slight hint of orange here and there. The neutral elements, which play on both modern and traditional forms are meant to feel as though they were acquired over time.'

11. Add a gallery wall

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Hanging a series of black and white photographs in graphic black frames is a quick and easy way to create an eye-catching gallery wall.

'Despite being a rental, the client wanted a space that made an impact which is how we settled on the floor to ceiling black and white images. It had the added benefit of hiding the living room TV,' says Corine Maggio of this space. 'We also added drama by layering as much as felt reasonable. The space feels rich and lively because of this maximalist approach.'

'One of the few pieces the clients already had was the burgundy chairs, so in order to incorporate them, we had to either really embrace a lot of color or let them sing by neutralizing the rest of the space, which is what we ultimately decided on,' adds Corine.

11. Layer the pattern

(Image credit: Interior by Anne Hepfer / Photograph by Stacey Brandford)

In this black and white scheme, interior designer Anne Hepfer has used pattern liberally to create space full of interest and personality. A bold geometric living room rug sets the tone, while decorative room details are also introduced along the base of the sofa, over cushions and through the chairs, which are upholstered in a leopard-print design. A chimney breast with marble-effect wallpaper also adds to the layers of pattern.

For those that love pattern but are cautious of hanging wallpaper, a bold rug is an effective alternative. A graphic black and white geometric design can bring instant wow-factor to a space, however, it can easily be rolled up and switched if tastes change. Patterned rugs also also great for everyday spaces as they can disguise stains and wear and tear. 

13. Use black to zone an area

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In this scheme, NYC designer Fanny Abbes from The New Design Project  has cleverly used a paint idea to trick the eye.

'Black was used as the natural concealer of the TV stand – hidden in plain sight. However, to make it more of a design feature, rather than just a mere black wall, we added black millwork and decorative shelving. If anything, we didn’t soften the contrast on this portion of the wall, we fully committed.' 

How do you liven up a black and white living room?

Adding an accent color is an easy way to liven up a black and white living room, and luckily, as black and white are both neutral tones, the combination works well with most shades on the color wheel.  

For stark black and white schemes, adding in primary colors and bold jewel tones such as teal, emerald green, cobalt and orange can look particularly effective. Alternatively, soft blush pink and myriad greys are safe choices for creating a softer more feminine look.

'If you’re looking to introduce color into your interior, consider painting a piece of furniture or adding a highlight to woodwork in an otherwise monochromatic scheme,' says Ruth Motttershead. 

However, accents don't just have to be colors – adding in hints of metallic into a monochrome scheme is a wonderful way to bring warmth. for a touch of glamorous try adding in a gilt mirror frame or brass light fittings, alternatively just simple accessories like simple metallic candlesticks can be enough to lift the look. 

How to do you style a black and white living room?

How you style a black and white living room depends on the mood and look you are trying to create. If you are using pure black and white as part of a dramatic high-contrast scheme consider opting for curved furniture, tactile fabrics and plenty of cushions as well as pops of monochrome pattern to soften the look.  

Bold accent colors will work well against the strong two-tone look if you're seeking to create impact, while more muted accent colors will help calm the scheme. Mustard, olive and blush pink will bring color without overpowering the look and will work particularly well as part of a softer monochrome scheme which layers different grey tones.

Pippa is Content Editor on Homes & Gardens online contributing to Period Living and Country Homes & Interiors print issues. A graduate of Art History and formerly Style Editor at Period Living, she is passionate about architecture, creating decorating content, interior styling and writing about craft and historic homes. She enjoys searching out beautiful images and the latest trends to share with the Homes & Gardens audience. A keen gardener, when she’s not writing you’ll find her growing flowers on her village allotment for styling projects.

Black and white living room: 50 photos, design ideas colors.

An interior decorated in equal hue proportions may look too colorful.
  • Even if the main color is black, it is better if the ceiling plane is decorated in white tones, since the dark ceiling creates a feeling of pressure.
  • A room with locally distributed color accents looks much more harmonious.
  • A black and white design is diluted with small blotches of a different color. This range is perfectly combined with both cold and warm palettes.

    • Finishes

    The traditional solution in a black and white living room is a dark floor, which can be decorated with a bright carpet or other floor accessories. Light materials are also used for decoration. A bleached laminate, parquet or tile will create an unusual contrast with pieces of furniture.

    The ceiling is most often decorated in white. As a cladding, a modern matte, glossy stretch ceiling or plasterboard construction is used.

    Pictured is a living room in black and white with striped wallpaper on the walls.

    For walls, choose both monophonic and more interesting designs. For example, it can be wallpaper with a print in the form of vertical, horizontal stripes or waves, depending on the perspective created in the room. Canvases with openwork patterns will help in highlighting various areas in the room. They can arrange a place of rest for the whole family or a zone with a TV.

    Wall murals with extraordinary black and white images look original, or vice versa with bright colorful drawings that become the central element of the living room.

    The photo shows a dark parquet board on the floor in the interior of a spacious black and white living room.

    Furniture and textiles

    The right solution for a black and white living room will be pieces of furniture in the same color scheme. The hall with a predominance of black tint is furnished with a white sofa, armchairs and other elements. A room with a basic white color, on the contrary, is complemented by dark furniture.

    When choosing furniture, the stylistic direction of the interior is taken into account. For example, a black and white set made of natural wood will fit into a classic living room, and a modern room can be complemented with a one-color sofa with colorful pillows.

    Black and white designs are perfect for leather and wood elements.

    The atmosphere is decorated with strict cabinets, which sometimes have mirrored facades, modern shelving, walls, laconic chests of drawers and tables.

    Pictured is a modern black and white living room with a light leather sofa.

    In a living room in black and white, it is appropriate to use black curtains. Also, the windows are decorated with light curtains with patterns. So that the interior does not look chaotic, it is recommended to choose larger prints.

    A dark room is interestingly accentuated by canvases in turquoise, emerald green or wine tones. For a contrasting black and white interior, products in gray or beige shades are especially suitable.

    A very stylish design option is the use of black and white carpets, stylized as a zebra or with geometric patterns.

    The photo shows a TV wall with glossy fronts in black and gray in the interior of the hall.

    Lighting and decor

    A black and white living room can be completed with an elegant chandelier or spot lighting. To highlight a certain area, floor lamps, wall sconces or table lamps are great.

    Metal luminaires or lamps with black hanging shades look original as lighting.

    The photo shows a living room in black and white with ceiling spotlights and decorative lighting.

    With additional accessories, a black and white room can be truly stunning. Here it is recommended to use paintings with flowers, still lifes or landscapes, arrange vases, figurines and other decorative elements.

    The best solution is to install a small aquarium and green the living room with live plants.

    Color combinations

    Harmonious combination of black and white pair with other colors, you can even more favorably emphasize the surrounding design, adjust the size of the room and simply create a trendy interior.

    Bold blotches in blues, greens and lilacs add expressiveness to the black and white contrast range. It can also be accents, an active and dynamic red color, which gives the atmosphere a modern touch, or a warm and sunny yellow color scheme, which not only warms the space, but also smooths out the strict interior lines.

    The photo shows a design of a black and white living room with bright turquoise accents.

    To soften the design, use a combination of black and white with gray, beige or natural brown. Thus, it turns out to achieve smooth transitions that will wash away the boundaries and create a harmonious balance in the room.

    The photo shows a combination of black and white shades with natural beige tones in the interior of the hall.

    Design of the hall

    In the interior of a small black and white hall in Khrushchev, light colors should prevail, giving the atmosphere airiness and spaciousness. Dark elements should be used very carefully.

    To increase the height of the ceiling, you can use a print with vertical stripes, hang long curtains or install tall and narrow canisters in black. To achieve a visual expansion of a small black and white room, it will be possible due to an elongated sofa, horizontally oriented paintings or panels.

    The photo shows a black and white living room interior with a fireplace lined with light stonework.

    The black and white living room with fireplace is truly stunning. To finish the hearth choose metal, natural stone or luxurious marble.

    The photo shows the design of a small hall in Khrushchev, designed in black and white.

    Photo of a b/w living room in different styles

    Black and white is the perfect solution for a minimalist style. Such shades are in perfect harmony with the severity and conciseness of the design. A living room with a light-colored ceiling, dark furniture, black and white wallpaper or photo wallpaper will look very stylish.

    Art Deco interiors are often built on a combination of contrasting combinations that endow the room with a stylish and respectable look. In the design of the floor, it is appropriate to use black, white marble or glossy tiles laid out in a checkerboard pattern. The black-and-white hall is decorated with high-status furniture with golden or silver details and complemented with rare and valuable accessories.

    The photo shows a living room with a black and white high-tech interior.

    Monochrome black and white tones are always appropriate for the loft direction. They are harmoniously combined with wood, terracotta brickwork or concrete.

    High-tech style tends to be dominated by white, and black to act as separate elements in the form of lighting fixtures, a sofa, a coffee table or curtains.

    Photo gallery

    The black-and-white palette allows you to highlight the unique, creative interior of the living room and endow it with elegance and delicate taste.

    Black and white living room interior: photo ideas, combination features

    Contents

    Black and white colors have long become exemplary in fashion design: there is no person who does not fit one of their many combinations. But the question still remains unresolved - is a black and white outfit appropriate for each room? Leading experts of the world claim that with the skillful use of colors, the classic will become a boring decoration for any apartment! Particularly popular is the black and white interior of the living room - one of the main rooms of the house, created in order to become an original design masterpiece.

    Monochrome style "modern" in the interior of the living room looks very elegant

    Color features

    The first thing to do for a living room in black and white is to think over the overall compositional plan and decide on the leading color. It is believed that in equal proportions they run the risk of looking too colorful. In interior design, like in a game of chess, only one must win. Who exactly is up to you to decide.

    Black and white checkerboard flooring is very popular in living rooms

    Black

    Black color attracts us with its aristocracy, mystery and intimate charm. It visually reduces the space, so as the main shade, black is best suited for spacious rooms with a lot of light. The negative effect of this color is that in itself it can act depressingly and therefore needs to be diluted with other colors. But, on the other hand, black helps to concentrate, promotes productive work. Therefore, cladding, furniture elements or textiles can be dark in the living room with one condition - the percentage of black in the room should not exceed 50%.

    Black marble brings nobility to the interior of the living room

    White

    Much more often the main color of the interior becomes white, especially in small rooms, because white makes the room wider. This is not surprising, because it is difficult to imagine something more pure and airy. However, it usually acts as a blank sheet - a background for the artist's further work, because the abundance of white can look quite cold and evoke hospital associations. If you want to avoid harsh contrast, use different shades - from pure white to ivory.

    Black and white loft living room in the attic

    Combination

    A harmonious combination of two colors emphasizes the strengths and neutralizes the weaknesses of each of them. By choosing black and white, you can not only skillfully manage the size of the room, but also create an ultra-modern design. The proportions of a particular shade will depend on the space, lighting and purpose of the room. The smaller the room, the more light colors should be in it. Even a small living room will look spacious if you choose white as the base.

    White living room with black decor elements

    Please note! Black or white surfaces are the easiest to spot dust or dirt, so this living room interior needs to be kept clean at all times.

    Complementary colors

    Speaking of accessories in a black and white living room interior, we should mention diluted colors that will perfectly fit into the overall design and make it even more colorful.

    Bright decorative accents refresh the monochrome interior of the living room

    The following tones would be ideal:

    Also available in olive, mustard, silver and gold or brown. Our photos of the black and white design of the living room will help you choose the right combination of shades.

    The green color of indoor plants blends seamlessly into the black and white interior

    Finish

    The nuances of design sometimes play a decisive role in the creation of style. We recommend that you listen to the advice of professionals and try to independently think over the plan of the future living room.

    Paul

    Traditionally done in black, so as not to attract much attention and become a backdrop for a bright carpet or floor accessories. However, you can also use white - then it will give the impression that you are floating through the air among the contrasting elements of the furniture. There can be quite a lot of options for flooring - the main thing is that the floor should be easy to keep clean.

    Traditional wooden parquet in the interior of a monochrome living room looks in its place

    Ceiling

    The ceiling, in turn, is rarely black - there is a risk of creating pressure from above. White color with intricate geometric patterns will look better. But if you are a fan of the gothic atmosphere, you can safely use the first option. Most often, modern stretch or suspended structures are used for ceilings.

    White ceiling with spotlights in the interior of the living room

    Walls

    They can be both plain and more interesting: with vertical, horizontal stripes or waves. It all depends on what kind of room perspective you want to create and how you are going to highlight the various zones. For example, with an openwork pattern on the wall, you can designate a recreation area, and with stripes, pay attention to the playing space or television. In addition to standard wallpaper and paint, photo wallpaper on one of the walls with an extraordinary black and white print or a bright colorful pattern that will become the center of the space is also perfect.

    Contemporary style in a monochrome living room with white walls

    Furniture

    When choosing furniture, color balance should be observed: if black is chosen as the main color of the room, then the furniture should be white, and vice versa. You can combine both colors in the headset if one runs the risk of looking uninteresting or gloomy. The selection of furniture will also depend on the style: classics are characterized by black and white sets made of natural wood, and for a modern living room, a one-color sofa with bright pillows can be suitable. Furniture in the living room in black and white style is a delicate matter, and so that the room does not look ridiculous, it is better to entrust it to a specialist.

    Lighting

    The lighting solution will also depend on the balance of white and black and on the number of natural light sources. The more black you use, the more light the room will need. After all, the risk of darkening and creating a gloomy overwhelming mood is very high. A white elegant chandelier or spotlights on the ceiling and in the floor will decorate the room. You can highlight a certain area using floor lamps or sconces.

    Decor

    Accessories is a real creative workshop for a designer of any experience, because the best thing for a monochrome room is bright color accents made with the help of well-chosen decor. Here you will need all kinds of decorations - from stylish curtains and intricate wall panels to decorative sofa cushions and nice little things. Their remarkable effect is visible in the numerous photos of the living room design in black and white. For example, with the help of curtains you can create a certain atmosphere in the room and control the flow of light, and a few pillows on the sofa will please the eye and make the room cozy. Lovers of living plants can safely put several original flower vases indoors or decorate the window sill with neat house plants.

    Tip! When choosing accessories for the living room - do not overdo it with the quantity, otherwise there is a risk of cluttering up the room.

    Living room in black and white

    Before proceeding with the design of the hall, let's try to think in what style we want to see the future room. Enormous creative spaces open up here, because the chosen colors will look favorably in almost any direction of interior design. Let's look at the three most common ones.

    Classic

    Undoubtedly, black and white are primarily associated with the classics. They will also be appropriate in the interior of a classic living room: they will help to achieve the strict forms and contrasts characteristic of this trend. It will be beneficial to look at the living room, decorated in different shades of white, gray and black. Other elements of style will help to achieve the desired effect: exquisite velvet furniture, gold or silver trim, sophisticated decor items and plaster stucco wall decoration.

    Minimalism

    In the minimalist tradition, a living room in black and white will look even more appropriate. Clear lines and shapes, discreet contrast of shades, abundance of space refer us either to elegant Japanese dwellings or to severe Scandinavian cloisters. Which country you will find yourself in when you enter the living room depends on the chosen design. For example, by choosing blue as an additional color, you will bring Provencal notes to the interior, and by adding characteristic Japanese lamps and low furniture, you will be transported to the Far East.

    Modern

    The functionality of modern style is realized in a black and white living room. Colors won't be intrusive or overwhelming, so they'll help you focus on other interesting aspects of your style. Original patterns and urban photo wallpapers, unusual furniture and smooth matte surfaces are the most suitable decoration for a modern apartment.

    Also of interest are black and white living rooms in the style of hi-tech, art deco and gothic. However, there are styles for which these colors are not very suitable - rich baroque, ornate rococo or vintage. We invite you to familiarize yourself with various examples of interior design of a living room in black and white in the photo.

    A room decorated in black and white is not often seen in a modern European apartment, although it is the embodiment of elegance and fine taste. This not only emphasizes the uniqueness of the interior and the complexity of its implementation, but also proves that such a living room will be a real find for creative people.

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