Living with a black room takes conviction and confidence as in “don’t be afraid of the dark…” Especially when the choice for wall color is black. In my mind, doing a black room is a strategic decision. Some might consider it to be like perpetual Halloween but I see it differently. Black rooms go back to Roman times and there’s a reason they’ve been a choice over several … [Read more...]
Paint It Black – Whys and Why Nots
Black rooms have gone mainstream, for good reason. The likelihood knowing two people with black rooms in their homes is relatively high. Since I've written at least four pieces on black wall murals, kitchens and bathrooms, it's safe to say I'm a fan of the look. But ten years ago, a black room was something you’d expect at Cher’s house – a Goth statement certainly. Today, … [Read more...]
Black Bathrooms
No guts, no glory or is too much of a good thing bad? Goth taste, disco nostalgia, a need for intimate drama, or an overabundance of natural light would be reasons for creating a black bathroom. The effect is stunning but using an all-black bath is an experience you don’t forget. Recently, black rooms have been making a comeback. Over the past year or two we’ve seen a … [Read more...]
