Black furniture has been around for centuries, and it never really goes out of style. A black leather sofa, for example, can easily become the focal point of a family room or a corporate lobby. Luxury leather furniture is often made with black materials, and this has a lot to do with the versatility of this color.
Whether you have a black leather couch or a sectional sofa, here are some recommendations with regard to matching colors:
High Contrast Paint Colors
The sharp contrast between black and white was part of an interior design trend that was very popular in the 1980s, and it happens to be making a strong comeback now. Let’s say you have a black Palm Beach U-shape sectional from our collection in a luxury condominium; in this case, you will want black granite countertops and coffee tables, but the color palette of the floor plan should have white walls and flooring.
Furnishings and Accessories
If you are planning on getting an area rug, you will want patterns instead of solid colors so that you do not end up going overboard with the contrast. Let’s say the couches are black and the flooring consists of polished Carrara marble; in this case, a dark gray rug will provide a nice transition from the floor to the furniture pieces. Similar to the rug, throw pillows should also feature some patterns and textures.
Window Dressings and Artwork
It may be tempting to go with sheer white fabrics to create a nice contrast with dark furniture, but you don’t really want to do this. Keeping up with the spirit of the 1980s, the curtains or blinds surrounding your dark sofas should feature solid primary colors; preferably red and blue. Neon, secondary colors, and pastel tones should be limited to decorative items and paintings, but they should feature a light shade of coloring. Keep in mind that white, black, and primary colors are bolder choices, which means that you do not want them to take up more than 60% of the space.
Get More Interior Decorating Ideas from Sofa Dreams
Need more decorating tips related to your living room furniture? With the Sofa Dreams Design Studio app, your decor ideas can come alive thanks to the magic of augmented reality technology. Developed for iOS and Android devices, this app will let you place one of our black sofas in your living space so that you can determine the best wall color and other design ideas. Should you have questions about our fine furniture creations, please get in touch with our office.