Advantages and disadvantages of a dark bedroom
Of course, in order to follow this fashionable trend, you must have a certain character. A dark bedroom is unlikely to suit:
- People who are depressed and suspicious.
- For melancholic people.
- For older people, such an interior will look rather scary.
- For people who are conservative, determined, and not inclined to experiment.
If you don't belong to any of these categories, why not give it a try? A dark bedroom has many advantages:
- They are universal. Other colors look very advantageous against a dark background. Furniture and accessories of any shape and color will acquire a bright and unusual sound.
- Contrary to popular belief, dark colors can create the illusion of expanding space. Yes Yes exactly! The fact is that cold dark tones create the effect of depth, so this design is not contraindicated for small rooms.
- Dark tones are the color of the night, creating a peaceful and soothing atmosphere, a little mysterious, setting the mood for a sound sleep.
- Allows you to visually change the geometry of space. For example, shorten a wall that is too long, disguise wires and defects.
- Dark shades give wide scope to the designer's imagination. You can create both brutal and glamorous interiors.
- A dark background allows you to mask dirt. It's really practical.
- It's very original and cool.
If a bedroom in dark colors is your firm choice, be sure to keep in mind its disadvantages:
- The light among the dark walls is dimming, and you will have to solve the problem of lack of lighting. However, for the bedroom this is not so important, and shading promotes comfortable sleep. This becomes relevant if the bedroom is combined with a living room or office.
- It will be quite difficult for you to change the interior if you change your mind.
- If you are planning to sell your apartment, then you should also not experiment with dark tones. They can scare away potential buyers.
Fashionable color palette
The fashion for decorating a home in strict accordance with the canons of a certain style is gradually disappearing. It is being replaced by trends in creating interiors that are fully adapted to people’s needs - after all, this is the only way to create an environment in which it is comfortable and convenient to live as you like, and not as interior style dictates.
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Do you want to envelop your bedroom in a boudoir atmosphere with a touch of luxury? Decorate it in shades of emerald green, deep blue, dusty purple, brown or seductive cherry tones - they are the most popular today.
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Shades of a dark bedroom
And you need to start with choosing a color. The dark palette is quite versatile:
- Black. A black bedroom is truly something mystical. Remember the children's horror story: “In a black-black room...”. And with the help of a skillful combination of colors and placement of accents, we will turn a black bedroom into an elegant and even cozy room, not a scary one.
- Plum. A very emotional tone. This is luxury, nobility, sophistication. And, of course, some mystery. Color intrigues and inspires.
- Indigo. The color of spiritual knowledge, intuition, balancing the psyche. The aura of the color is wisdom and kindness.
- Brown. A natural color that represents harmony, solidity and peace. This color is stability itself. In the interior it always looks strict and noble.
- Coffee. A very warm color, it is associated with home warmth, comfort and relaxation with a cup of coffee.
- Wine. The noble shade of dark red wine symbolizes luxury and aristocracy.
- Dark emerald. This is the color of material well-being, stability and consistency. It always sets you up for positive emotions and harmony with the world around you.
- Graphite. Elegance, mystery, nobility - everything is in this color. It creates a calming aura around itself.
With such stunning shades, you can create a chic and very stylish interior.
Golden splashes
Gold accents go well with the trendy dark colors of 2019. A dressing table with elegant gold legs, a wall panel framed with metallic golden rays, and chandeliers with brass inserts will fit perfectly into the bedroom interior and add an attractive shine to it.
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Black bedroom: finishing materials
Let's start with radical black. Using the example of decorating a black bedroom, you can build a spectacular design in all the other shades listed above. Black is a good color for the bedroom because the additional darkness it creates causes the human body to produce melatonin, which promotes restful sleep. It also induces relaxation and eliminates negative energy.
For wall decoration, choose dark wooden panels, dark wallpaper with a textured pattern, painting or decorative plaster. Photo wallpapers with space motifs or views of the city at night will look good. We think you shouldn't make all the walls black. Focus on one surface.
The floor may have parquet or vinyl tiles. Wenge-colored laminate will look very impressive. The floor is as dark as possible; this will add luxury and richness to the entire atmosphere. On a dark floor, even black furniture will look light and sophisticated, while light furniture will stand out even more favorably with its contrast. However, in small rooms you can make a light floor, for example, from bleached parquet.
The ceiling, of course, can simply be plastered. But a suspended or multi-level ceiling with built-in lighting will be much more interesting. If style allows, the ceiling can be covered with wallpaper and decorated with stucco. This interior does not require a light ceiling. What do you say about the graphite shade? It will create an atmosphere of mystery in your bedroom. The best option for a dark bedroom would be a glossy ceiling.
Using bright accents
A monochrome room looks rather boring.
To correct the situation and create a rosy mood, you need to install bright accents. So, if cream wallpaper was used to decorate the bedroom, then you can decorate the interior with yellow, blue or turquoise. Related article: Bedroom 12 sq m - original interior
The floor covering is also important. To do this, it is better to use yellow rugs that resemble sun rays. With the help of such elements you can create a rainbow mood in the room.
You can place accents using a blue tint, which is associated with the sky and bodies of water. Using this color will make the space somewhat larger and lighter.
Bright accents should fit into the interior as organically as possible. These can be paintings, textiles (decorative pillows, bedspreads) and other interior items.
Styles for a black bedroom
Among the variety of stylistic solutions for a dark bedroom, the most suitable are:
- Art Deco. The luxury and pretentiousness of this style are perfectly conveyed by dark shades. There is not only black, but also burgundy, purple, dark brown. Furnish your bedroom with expensive furniture, hang bronze lamps, add gilding to the decor, and you will get a truly rich interior.
- Baroque - and here dark colors will come in handy. Tapestries, printed velvet curtains, stucco, gilding, painting and floral patterns. There is pomp and splendor in everything.
- Gothic. Black is a favorite color in this direction. You will also need dark red or burgundy velvet, heavy curtains, dark bulky furniture, and bronze lamps. Mystically beautiful.
- Loft. If the three previous styles are the prerogative of large rooms and are difficult to implement in city apartments, then the industrial loft aesthetic is quite a compact option. Graphite, black and dark red surfaces perfectly camouflage pipes and wires, and they do not disturb the overall harmony.
- High tech. Loves clean lines, smooth surfaces, glossy shine and black color. Be sure to add something contrasting to the decor. In this style, it is better to make only one wall black.
- Minimalism. The ascetic design is done in rock style. These are a lot of metallic elements, silver or platinum shades combined with black. Minimalism does not accept color variegation. Limit yourself to two colors.
- Japanese - loved for its grace and lightness. It unusually harmoniously combines black, white and red colors. Be sure to add some wooden elements.
- Classic. A classic-style bedroom may well be black and white. But do not neglect dark emerald and burgundy colors.
Black color is universal. It goes well with many colors. To prevent your black bedroom from looking too dull, it is important to choose the right partner for black. Next, let's talk about combinations of black in the interior.
What colors does it go with?
In order to give the environment a more interesting and lively look, the brown palette can be diluted with various shades.
White and brown bedroom design
A classic option that is used to create a comfortable, laconic and slightly austere bedroom interior.
The photo shows the design of an attic bedroom in white and brown colors.
White colors go perfectly with chocolate or black-brown tones. This design has a fresh, graphic and rich appearance.
Gray-brown bedroom
Neutral colors form an ambiguous duet, but with the right selection of shades, a gray-brown combination can take on a sophisticated and chic look.
It is best to choose a contrasting combination of light brown and cold dark gray. The decor will look lighter and fresher with the addition of white.
The photo shows a bedroom with gray concrete walls combined with brown wood trim.
Brown tones with green
The natural brown-green tandem is associated with nature and has a positive effect on human emotions. A bedroom made in a similar color scheme is always filled with harmony, freshness and coolness.
A spectacular and charming design can be achieved by mixing deep chocolate with jade or emerald. The interior of a turquoise-brown bedroom is quite popular, as it has a calming effect.
Combination brown and beige
For those who do not accept sharp contrasts, a beige-brown tandem is perfect. Due to the variety of textures, related colors coexist especially harmoniously in one room and give it a presentable appearance.
In addition, using cream, fawn, almond or soft beige light shades, you can visually increase the area of the bedroom and create a serene, relaxed atmosphere in it.
The photo shows a combination of chocolate and beige colors in the interior of the bedroom.
Brown bedroom with bright accents
A chocolate brown bedroom with red berry splashes looks great. Scarlet color is best used for decorating small surfaces so as not to oversaturate the decor.
Pink accents in a brown interior become more restrained and elegant. This combination adds a slight vintage touch to the room.
Yellow or mustard colors will bring even more warmth, sunlight and positive energy into the room.
The photo shows a brown bedroom with turquoise curtains on the window.
For the most relaxing atmosphere in the bedroom, choose purple tones, which, when paired with brown, fill the space with mystical notes and a certain mystery.
Despite the contrast, one of the most attractive is the brown-blue combination. The tandem of chocolate and blue is associated with heaven and earth, and therefore creates a natural, relaxed and pleasing atmosphere in the room.
Textiles for a black bedroom
Choosing the right decoration and furniture is not enough. Textiles add completeness to the interior. Let's start with the curtains. And this is where the opinions of designers differ. Some argue that the best choice for a black (dark) bedroom would be light white curtains, tulle, which will let in light and will not attract attention. Others believe that, on the contrary, curtains should be thick and dark to give an atmosphere of mystery. Obviously, both options have a right to exist. Moreover, you can choose a compromise: hang black curtains along with the tulle, which will protect you from light from the street at night.
As for other textiles, a glossy silk bedspread will fit perfectly into this setting. The same goes for decorative pillows. But light-colored bedding is best. This will help highlight the bed effectively. A carpet on the floor can smooth out contrasts and soften the atmosphere.
Decor for a black bedroom
Do not overload a black bedroom with decor - it can resemble a basement or warehouse. Flowers would be very appropriate here. Naturally, choose shade-loving plants, the ubiquitous succulents.
Paintings in unusual frames, sculptures and decorative vases will make the black interior less depressing and even cozy. Against the background of dark walls, any decor looks simply amazing. But it is better that each decorative element has a meaning. A pile of trinkets will literally kill the interior.
Furniture selection
There may be a lot of different furniture in the bedroom, but the bed is considered the most important, since it is the central point in the interior. The rest of the room’s decoration directly depends on its appearance.
Designers do not recommend making dark walls above the headboard, and it is best to choose the bed itself brown or black; this will make it stand out against the general background and harmoniously combine with other decorative elements and textiles. On the contrary, cabinets need to be selected to match the decoration of the room; white, milky colored furniture looks beautiful on dark walls. The chest of drawers, armchairs and dressing table can be made of light wood.
When purchasing bedroom furniture with a dark surface, you need to consider that it will absorb light like a sponge. To prevent this, you should introduce as many objects with a glossy surface into the design as possible. They reflect light perfectly and look expensive and stylish. If you want to get a luxurious and dynamic design, then it is recommended to purchase furniture with glass, glossy, mirror and leather surfaces. Matte facades, velvet and suede upholstery will fill such a room with comfort and warmth.
Black bedroom lighting
The organization of lighting comes first when decorating a dark bedroom. To prevent it from looking like a crypt, the lighting must be sufficient. It is best to experiment with a black bedroom when there is a lot of natural light - large panoramic windows or, in extreme cases, the bedroom faces south.
In any case, a large number of lighting devices are needed. This includes chandeliers, sconces, floor lamps, night lights, and mandatory lighting around the entire perimeter. All decorative details - mirrors, paintings are also highlighted with lighting.
The main character here can be a chandelier, which may well be black, supporting the overall concept of the room. This is a very expressive solution, especially if it is decorated with rhinestones. But white lampshades look very impressive against the background of dark walls. All lamps emit soft light and there really should be a lot of them. Don’t be afraid to go overboard with their quantity; the principle “the more, the better” applies here. LED strips will look very impressive.
