10 Dec 2022, Read Time : 5 Min

Why Do Black and White Interiors Look Classier? Let’s Find Out

For all these years, white has been a classic choice in most homes for almost every room. It is a conventional, safe and timeless choice, one that you can’t go wrong with.

But times have changed now. A fresh outlook on modern home designs has changed the game in the interior design space, and we couldn’t be more grateful for that! Don’t know whether we have the pandemic to give a special vote of thanks for that, but after spending endless amounts of time at home during the several rounds of lockdown, one thing was sure; the homes and the homeowners needed a change.

With changing times, people love that there are so many options and inspirations that one can make use of to do something different. Black and white together are a great combination when we talk about interior design. Black brings in the right amount of boldness, and white brings in the right amount of calm, thus making it a combination to fight for. Here are some black-and-white home decor ideas that may want you to have one yourself!

Bathrooms

Let us see the different ways in which we can use this classy combination in the bathrooms.

Black Tops

Bathrooms have famously been using dark colours for their countertops. If you just want a tiny hint of black in your bathrooms, then this one’s for you. Having a black top for the wash basin is a great way to incorporate black in your muted colour bathrooms. Countertops today are available in shades of black in marble, granite and even in tiles that can work wonderfully as countertop options. You can check out some amazing black countertop ideas that you can pick for your home.

It may seem like a small change, but it makes a whole lot of difference in how sleek the bathroom looks. Pair that up with a white wash basin, and it will look just perfect.

Black Wash Basin and Bathtubs

Consider having a black wash basin or bathtub if you want to dare a little more than usual. These black bathroom fixtures will look beautiful with white, grey, beige, or light-coloured tiles. Choose one that blends in with the design aesthetic of your bathroom and, of course, makes it stand out. With the vast range of options available in the market, you will get an ocean full of varieties in different materials, sizes and textures to choose from.

Black Tile Accent Wall

This may sound a bit too much, but you will find a huge range of options in black-designed tiles that will surely win your hearts. An accent wall is a great way to highlight your bathrooms and create a focal point in there, and what better way than black? Black geometric designs and mosaic designs are a few examples of what would work magnificently well in your bathrooms. And with the ocean full of variety that is there in bathroom wall tiles today, it may even leave you confused as to which one to pick for your abode.

Black and white combinations in the kitchen

Black countertops

A great way to incorporate bold beauty into your kitchens would begin with a no-brainer; a black countertop. Granite countertops in dark colours have always been a conventional favourite for most kitchens so far. Adding a gorgeous granite stone in black with a kitchen that has a primary white design aesthetic would be a great way to start with this classic combination in your kitchens.

Black flooring in kitchens

Does this sound super daring to you? Absolutely not! Take inspiration from the representation below. A marvellous way to add this black beauty onto your kitchen flooring while the rest of the room stands strong in white is yet another great way to change the design game in your kitchens and make them look one of a kind.

Black and White Living Room Ideas

Who said black and white couldn’t be used in living rooms? If you’re looking at bringing the grandeur and opulence of a royal house into your own home, this is a combination that you must certainly consider. Too much of it will definitely not do justice to the beauty of this combination, so choose your area wisely. Either go for the walls or the flooring to make that aspect stand out.

This gorgeous black and white flooring are just perfect for adding mystery and luxury to your living rooms. The peach-coloured furniture adds the right amount of contrast and beauty to the living room.

This absolutely stunning all-black solid flooring looks grand and magnificent. Making this room complete is the grey-coloured couch that adds the right balance of subtlety and elegance.

Black and White Flooring

An eclectic and personal favourite of most interior designers today, the black and white tiles, aka chessboard flooring, are taking the internet by storm and are becoming a widely loved flooring choice in a lot of homes. If you have a room that has decent space, definitely consider having this as a flooring choice to bring the best of both worlds under your feet, quite literally! You won’t be able to take your eyes off the floor!

Black and White Designed Tiles

This one is a great choice for avid minimalists who would like elegant, neat designs in their living rooms. The black and white designed tiles, available in plenty of design choices, will make your living rooms look dainty and charming. With designed tiles, the good thing is that it helps in creating an illusion of a bigger space, and the designs would make them look enticing. You wouldn’t need anything else once you have this ornamental flooring in your living rooms.

Subtle Hints of Black

Staircases

If you’re someone who feels a tad bit overwhelmed with the thought of having black as a colour in the design of your spaces, take a minute and give this a thought once again. Subtle hints of black in the form of step risers, staircase tiles, or even in the passageway are a great way to add black and make it stand out.

Passageways

Fireplaces

 If you are fortunate to have a fireplace in your home, consider having this classic combination in the form of designed tiles in black and white that will make your fireplace the focal point of your home and make you want to spend more time around them and keep yourself a little extra warmth. This takes the ambience of the homes to another level altogether and beautifies your homes with simple elegance.

We hope you loved our ideas ❤️. If you are interested in these tiles, then head over to our website, where you can use the TriaLook feature on the website to visualise your selected tiles in your space. These tiles can be purchased on the website or at a store near you, where our team of tile experts are waiting to guide you.