If you love the sophisticated look of black and white in interior design, you're not alone. Seeing black and white together creates instant eye appeal and can be a decorator's delight. You can maximize the impact of black and white by finding clever ways to use the two contrasting colors throughout the house.

Contrasting cabinets

Who says all cabinets must be one color? Whether you are choosing cabinets for the kitchen or a bathroom, black and white look stunning when used together. For instance, use black for the bottom cabinets and white for the top cabinets.

The black cabinets on the bottom will help ground the room and will hide scratches and other imperfections. The white cabinets on top will give the room a more open look. This helps to add height to rooms with low ceilings.

If you want to create a bold focal point in a kitchen with all-white cabinets, install a black island bar in the center of the kitchen. This will provide a nice pop of color and will warm up a large kitchen that may appear cold and unwelcoming. 

Contrasting bookshelves

A fast and easy way to make a dramatic impact in a room is to install bookshelves along one wall. Use a black background behind white shelves. Not only will this create an illusion of depth but it will also make books and other displayed items stand out.

Use matte or eggshell paint for the background in soft shades of black to create a warm feel in a room. Use a satin or high gloss white paint for the shelves to add elegance to the room and create a pleasing contrast against the softer shades of black.

Contrasting trim

Using black for the trim in a white room is a smart way to highlight the beauty of your home's architecture. Whether it is lovely crown molding you want to show off or the unique design of a window, black makes a powerful statement when used with white. 

Contrasting accent wall

You can trick the eye in an all-white room by painting one wall black. This works especially well for narrow or elongated rooms since black is a receding color. A black contrasting wall can make a small office, bathroom, or hallway look larger.

Finding new ways to use black and white in home decorating will help you create a home that will never go out of style. With a sophisticated and eye-pleasing appeal, black and white is a clever color choice that's sure to be a lasting delight in home design.

Work with a company like Sav-Mor Interiors to find a design that works for you.