dark interior design ideas
16 dark interior design ideas to embrace this winter
dark interior design ideas
Dark interior design is everywhere right now, we can’t scroll through Instagram without seeing someone gloriously dramatic space. And it’s easy to see why: dark schemes are a great backdrop for furniture, whether neutral or bold in color and design; dark decorating schemes make rooms feel cozy and inviting – even in larger spaces; and they’re practical too, hiding all manner of sins, from sticky fingerprints to irregularities in walls. And while there is no denying that we will continue to be obsessed with light, airy interiors, a blank white wall just doesn’t fill us with the same glee it once did. So, we think the time has come to move away from light-centered interiors to something a little more… dark. From gothic bathrooms and atmospheric living rooms to bold kitchens and moody hallways, we say ditch all-white everything and join the inky revolution with these inspiring dark interior designs… How delicious are these glossy black metro tiles? More dramatic than paint or wallpaper, bold, dark tiles add heaps of glamour but are still in keeping with that moodier vibe. If this look is a bit too Tim Burton for you, try using black tiles over a smaller surface area like a kitchen splash back, the walls of a shower or around a fireplace. Dark interiors designs aren’t all about greys, blacks and blues – deep rusty oranges and reds are also fair game. Try combining a deep orange like Duplex’s Tuscan Terracotta with dark wood flooring and Mid-century furniture to re-create this cozy look. We have a tendency to think that painting a ceiling white will make it look higher, and as a result make the room look bigger. But painting a ceiling the same dark hue as your walls means that you can’t actually read where the walls end and the ceiling begins, creating the illusion that the ceilings are in fact much, much higher. Genius, no? Top tip: If your room is narrow, paint the two shortest walls a slightly lighter shade than the longer walls, and keep the floor and ceiling neutral to correct the room’s proportions. Another Another myth about white paint is that it makes other colors’ pop’. WRONG. Dark walls accentuate color, making them far more vibrant than a magnolia-blah background. Splashes of bold, bright color – maybe even neon, for the braver of us – will make a strong statement, and cool pastel shades also contrast beautifully with darker tones. And if vivid colors aren’t really your thing, accent metallic look incredible against a dark background, plus the reflective surfaces will help more light bounce around the room. As you are probably aware we love a gallery wall, and there’s no denying that they look best against a dark background. Whether you choose photos, artwork or mirrors, breaking up a dark interior with a well-curated display will always make a statement.
source: reallhomes
