The black color also has a lot of versatility, that is, it is used to create different types of environments, being able to compose relaxed and cheerful rooms, modern and contemporary rooms or also classic and serene rooms.
Black can be used as the main factor in decorating the environment, being present on the walls and furniture, for example, or it can appear only in the details, drawing attention and highlighting specific points in the room. 25 black rooms to drool over:
Check out tips from professionals that will help you when decorating black rooms.
1. Use contemporary elements
A black bedroom is a bold choice that reflects personality. Therefore, decorating with contemporary and original elements is a good way to go when setting up the environment.
Create a modern and uncluttered space using different mirrors, lampshades, and wallpapers, for example.
2. Extend the space with mirrors
“The black bedroom still struggles with the prejudice of the idea that the space will feel smaller than it actually is, but I prefer to believe that it will be an elegant and sophisticated bedroom if black is used wisely.” says the architect Lívia Ornellas. Still, if you believe that the room needs to be slightly enlarged, mirrors are objects that can help.
Daiane Antinolfi says that “in decoration, mirrors are very welcome, as they expand the environment and also collaborate with sophistication.”
3. How to bring elegance and sophistication to the room
In addition to mirrors, other objects can be used to bring elegance and sophistication to a black room, such as chandeliers, curtains, paintings, and frames, for example.
Likewise, the decor colors also define the personality of the room. “To bring elegance, I prefer to use palettes in neutral colors along with black, such as nude, gray, Fendi, and brown”, says Antinolfi
Another option is to compose with wood. “Combining black and wood is a guarantee of success”, guarantees Patrícia Pfeil.
4. How to bring relaxation and joy to the room
Two factors are critical to bringing relaxation and joy to a black bedroom: colors and decorative objects.
Professionals highlight the vibrant tones of yellow, green, blue, and pink as good choices to create a fun room and point to the industrial decor aspect as a good choice, bringing relaxation through unconventional elements.
5. How to make the bedroom not look dark
Philippe Nunes reaffirms the importance of lighting in a black room. “The black room must have effective lighting”, says the architect. It is the lighting that will prevent the environment from becoming gothic and dark, so bet on the presence of points of light in the room.
In addition, according to Daiane Artinolfi, care must be taken when using red or purple tones in the decoration, as these colors can bring the idea of Gothic to the room.
6. A black and white bedroom is a modern and very current request
It is not wrong to bet only on black and white to decorate the room. This combination has been widely used to compose different types of environments because it is elegant, classic, and modern at the same time.
7. Patterned wallpapers can make a big difference in the bedroom
A floral print wallpaper balances the striking presence of black in the room. The color of the flowers in the print also matches the curtain and the carpet, bringing lightness to the room.
8. This room has five points with a mirror to enlarge the environment
The mirror really cause a feeling of enlarging the room and this room knew how to use this object very well. The mirrors appear at five different points in the room: covering the two Nightstands and hanging in three places on the wall.
9. Christmas lights can be present in the room as a lighting point
Lighting points can be created without spending a lot. Reuse the Christmas lights that are stored for most of the year to decorate your black room, leaving it bright and fun.
10. A striped wallpaper can combine two different shades of black
A striped wallpaper with two shades of black was used to create a casual atmosphere. In addition, different decorative objects were chosen with the same objective. The mirror present on the wardrobe doors helps to enlarge the room.
11. The decor of this room is all black and contrasts with the white walls
The walls of this room are white, but the decor plays and combines shades of black and gray. These colors created a very elegant and sophisticated environment with good light points that avoid the feeling of darkness.
12. A mirror wall can also be used to enlarge the room
Another way to use mirrors to enlarge the room is to create a mirrored wall that will reflect the room, as in the room above. Don’t forget to also create good lighting with points of light to compose the room.
13. A bookcase, with different colors, brings a cheerful air to the room
If you are an avid reader, you can incorporate a bookshelf in the black room. The books have different covers and colors and end up contributing to a happy and relaxed atmosphere.
14. Shades of purple and lilac can be used without creating a gothic atmosphere
Interior designer Daiane Antinolfi warned of the fact that purple can create a dark, gothic atmosphere, depending on how it is used. But this room shows that it is possible to use this color in a light and harmonic way.
15. Different black and white prints were combined in this room
A mix of prints was created in the decoration of this room, mixing different combinations and designs in black and white colors. The choice was risky but managed to compose a cohesive environment without exaggeration.
16. A very strong lighting point was created on the ceiling of this room
Never forget to work on the lighting in a black room. Light is a factor that deserves attention and prominence. In this environment, a strong lighting point was created on the ceiling and beyond it, the pendants and the balcony help to create a well-lit environment.
17. Chandeliers and pendants create a sophisticated atmosphere
If the intention is to create an elegant and sophisticated environment, you can make use of classic chandeliers and pendants to compose the decor. These elements can be combined with light and light colors.
18. Prints can also appear on pillows and headboards
The same print was used to cover the pillows and headboard of the bed in this room. The metallic nude of the print converses with the colors of the lamp and the Nightstand and contrasts with the black present on the walls and bedding.
19. The same pattern was used in different ways on the bedding and curtain in this room
To decorate this room, the same pattern was used, creating a harmonic sensation without exaggeration. The print appears on the sheets, pillows, and curtains playing with the tone on tone of black and white.
20. A brick wall, even if black, can bring a modern and strip look to the room
Black can appear on the bedroom wall in different ways, using textures, for example. In the image above, a black brick wall was used to compose a modern and stripped-down bedroom.
21. Black and white stripes can appear on bedding
Black and white stripes can appear in a relaxed and modern way on bedding to decorate a black bedroom. A chalkboard wall further contributes to the relaxation of the environment.
22. Lampshades are great lighting points for the bedroom
Use lamps and lamps to create strong points of light in the room. In addition to helping with lighting, there are different models of these objects that can help compose the room, regardless of which line will be used for decoration.
23. Different colors and prints created a cool atmosphere in this room
This environment has distinct elements and a lot of personalities. Different colors, prints, and objects were combined effectively and harmoniously to create an original and contemporary bedroom.
24. Combining black and yellow guarantees a fun and joyful environment
Yellow is a wild color to combine with black, as it can create environments with both feminine and masculine aspects. Woody objects can also be added to the composition.
25. Red can break the room’s obscurity
This room has black walls, black furniture, and decorative objects also in shades of black, but some elements break this color and avoid the obscurity in the environment. The white parts of the wall, the textures used on the wall, and the red dots of decoration bring stripped and cheerful aspects to the room.
The room owner must decide which aspect he wants to prioritize in the environment. With that decision made, you need to define which colors and objects can be combined with black to get the decor right and create a stylish and well-used black room.