50+ Black Living Room Ideas That Are Moody and Refined
Find inspiration from dozens of black living room ideas that’ll add drama, coziness, and sophistication to your home.
Black Living Rooms We Love (and How to Design Your Own)
To some people, black is a wardrobe staple because the color signifies quiet drama, sophistication, and class. (In my humble opinion, people always look great in black.) And if you appreciate how the color makes you feel when it's in a garment, it might suggest that painting your living room black would have the same effect.
If your curiosity is piqued, you're in the right place. Shrouding a living room in black might seem like it'd instantly feel gloomy, but I'm here, with the help of dozens of black living room ideas, to inform you that it doesn't.
For starters, black looks great with a plethora of accent colors. And there's not just one shade of black to choose from, either. “There are so many shades of black out there, it could make your head spin,” New York City-based designer Michael Kramer told Apartment Therapy. “Not to mention, black reads differently depending on what material it is on.”
Tips for Decorating a Black Living Room
- Black accents are your friend. If you live in a rental and can't paint the walls, opt for several black-colored items (think: rug, potted plants, throw pillows, and a black leather sofa or chairs).
- If you're hesitant to paint a room black, start with an accent wall or add textured items, like charred wood or iron, to the space. “High-textured black elements will catch the light differently and create more visual interest than a flat black accent wall,” Kramer explains.