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Drama’s Afoot With Striking Black Floors

http://www.decor-ideas.org 08/06/2014 22:14 Decor Ideas 

Smart, sophisticated and the perfect base for any kind of decor, a black floor is timeless. Whether you prefer solid, boldly patterned or partnered with white, black is a wonderful choice underfoot. And here’s proof.

Traditional Living Room by Fiona Watkins Design Limited
Use it as a backdrop. One of a black floor’s best roles is as a foil for fabulous accessories. This monochromatic scheme is energized by the use of a single bright color — teal — which looks amazing against the dark boards.

Traditional Kitchen by World Architecture News (WAN)
Go for natural beauty. Emphasize the depth and beauty of a natural slate floor with lush greenery. These plants, along with the leafy view beyond, give this smart black scheme an uplifting, airy mood.

Traditional Entry by Kim E Courtney Interiors & Design Inc
Celebrate a classic. A black and white checkerboard floor is timeless and gives any room a smart edge. Here a glossy finish shows the look to full effect, while antique furnishings play to the design’s ancient history.

Traditional Staircase by Crisp Architects
Start in small spaces. A staircase is a great way to play around with black lacquer; it looks beautiful in narrow slabs, especially highlighted against sharp white.

Contemporary Living Room by Turner Pocock
Cheat with a rug. Painting a floor black is a big commitment, so if you’re unsure, cheat with a rug instead. The geometric lines of the wool rug here chime nicely with the doors and picture frames for a cohesive look.

Contemporary Living Room by Kelly Hoppen London
Enrich with daylight. This room uses the light to full effect to really make the black surfaces look rich, taking it from gloomy to glamorous. The huge windows let in abundant light, while the many reflective surfaces — even the velvet has a gleam — bounce it around the room.

by Stephanie Sabbe
Work a monochromatic zigzag. Chevrons can energize any space. Go all-out with a fabulous black and white painted floor, or play it a little safer with a striking rug. Here the zigzags are accentuated with cushions in similarly bold geometric patterns, while a mirrored coffee table doubles the effect.

Contemporary Living Room by Spacial Images
Be a purist. This pure white scheme could be lost on a pale floor, but the black tiles ground the room. The key here is to keep the floor totally plain — no details, no pattern — to fit in with the minimalism of the white furniture.

Modern Bedroom by Boutique Homes
Layer textures. Black on black can sometimes look harsh, so be sure to introduce plenty of textures. This fluffy carpet catches the light, which softens the look without losing the drama, while the woven bedstead and screen add further depth.

Eclectic Living Room by Andrew Flesher Interiors
Try monochromatic accents. Using a black pattern on a white background adds drama while still keeping the space bright. The dark touches around this room help make it look finished without ever feeling like they’re too much.

More:
11 Reasons to Paint Your Interior Doors Black
11 Reasons to Paint Your Ceiling Black

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