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Black and White

The black and white color combination is simple and pure.  It can be whatever it wants to be, modern, traditional, or regal.  No other combination has stood the test of time more.  On a recent adventure to France we found ourselves immersed in a flood of black and white with a roaring 20’s vibe at a local jazz spot.  Black and white was used throughout the space in every room, but each room revealed a fresh take on this classic combination.  White chairs with black trim, each with its own cashmere striped wrap thrown over the back.  Glossy white columns and bold striped wall paper, wide striped curved ceilings, this place had it all to the last detail of wrapped toilet paper in black and white tissue.  Enamored by the ambiance we left with a burning desire for all things black and white.

Club Raye

Club Raye 2

To achieve a lighter brighter take on this look of a sea of black and white you must start first with the foundation color…white.  Starting with white will give your room a crisp clean look and from there you can add as much black to mix as you would like.  A black and white rug and throw pillows may be just enough.  If you want more of an impact, adding a stripe chair or sofa will create the perfect pop.  Another quick fix for adding this haute combo to your space is simply by adding black and white paint.  Horizontal and vertical stripes, painting the trim, or adding a border can give your space the wow factor you are looking for.

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horizontal stripe

horizon living

For a different perspective on the black and white combination, start with black as your base color.  While this bold use of color is very dramatic coincidentally it’s quite soothing.  Be adventurous and add a splash of stripe with a sofa in front of the black walls for a statement-making living room.  For a softer look add a white lamp and accessories to the black-draped walls mixed with muted bedding for a sexy bedroom.

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modern living

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If you are lifetime lover of black and white and are certain of a time commitment to this color combo then why not be bold and make it more permanent.  Black and white flooring is tried and true and works well in any style of home.  Bold square tile flooring is classic and lays a base for black and white accents throughout the space in the traditional salon in the images below.  Or try creating an all-white space with black and white floor tiles for a fresh clean look.

salon

Bath

If you are committed but not to the point of flooring, then adding curtains or blinds with a stripe or boarder can be just enough touch and yet still be flexible with the look of the rest of the room.

stripe curtain

stripe blinds

boarder curtains

boarder blinds

This classic color combo can take so many different directions that this post could go on and on.  The dosage of black and white that you can handle is entirely up to you.  Whether it’s a few pillows and accessories or complete overhaul of black and white.  The theme is always in fashion and always commands attention.  Have fun creating your black and white world.  Enjoy!

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For more information on black and white color trends and resources visit the contact page on the Jigsaw Design Group website at www.jigsawdesigngroup.com.  Someone will quickly contact you with more information.  Please subscribe to the blog for more informative articles like these, and check out our Facebook page for more tips and images!  Be sure to ‘like us’ on Facebook!

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Back in Black

Upon the dawning of the little black dress in 1926, Coco Chanel made the color black instantly chic.  Since then the infamous color has encapsulated style, class and edge.    The unwritten rule in interior design has been to add something black to every room.  Well, today that ‘something’ has taken on a much larger role.  Explore with us the different ways to add this daring color to your home with this ultra-hot trend.

The Jigsaw Designers love adding black paint to the walls in any room.  One black accent wall can make a huge impact whether you are painting a large or small area.  A narrow wall at the end of a hallway, the large wall behind your headboard, whatever your comfort level is it will add high impact style.  Next, choosing accessories in bright colors and metallics will really pop off the black and add drama.  Adding a white crown molding or all white bedding to your bedroom can give the room balance and a crisp finish.  The sophistication of this color will also create attention to the focal point of the room.  However a wide range of black paint is available, our designers prefer using Matte Black which made its big come-back with celebrity automobiles.  It’s more versatile and forgiving than a glossy finish, and adds the greatest wow factor in a room.  The matte black look is hot and has been on the rise recently and is just finding its way into home interiors.  While black is always in style the new matte black is taking center stage and we love it.

Black Study Black Bedroom

Always the color of optical illusion, this powerful hue is sexy and mysterious.   We recently did a post on decorating your ceiling to complete the look of your space.   Don’t let us stop you from adding black to the ceiling either.  While one would think it would make the room appear smaller it’s actually quite the opposite effect.  The black painted ceiling when complimented by lighter walls and ample natural light will result in an infinite look that makes a room feel as if it goes on forever.

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Black Ceiling

Chances are your mother always told you to add something black to every room.  Well, at the time she was probably referring to a piece of furniture or a picture frame and not an entire wall.  This still deems great advice however.  If you want to try the trend, but are a bit more color shy, it can easily be incorporated with furniture and accessories.  If you are a bit more brave, try a piece on a grandeur scale like a sofa or buffet table.  Otherwise, a black framed mirror, vintage chair or lamp can be a nice start.

Black Buffet

Black Headboard

Black Sofas

We hope you will be inspired to experiment with the color black in any room of your home.  It can be the perfect anchor in a room or spice up a hallway that gets overlooked.   Forget all the myths you’ve been told about this adventurous color and decorate outside the lines!

Black Foyer

For more information on black color trends and resources visit the contact page on the Jigsaw Design Group website at www.jigsawdesigngroup.com.  Someone will quickly contact you with more information.  Please subscribe to the blog for more informative articles like these, and check out our Facebook page for more tips and images!  Be sure to ‘like us’ on Facebook!