Black and white living room ideas are found in this space with a white cream couch placed behind a circular black coffee table. Patterned cushions and a cozy throw add interest to the plain sofa. A plant in a ceramic pot and candlesticks decorates the table.
20 Black and White Living Room Ideas to Make a Striking Statement
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January 30, 2023
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The chicest way to inject an instant update into your home is with one of these black-and-white living room ideas. Pare back on color schemes that are subject to changing trends, and invest in the monochrome moment that is both classic and timeless. It can be so easily done by accessorizing your living room with black cushions on a white couch, or maybe a stunning white vase of flowers on a black coffee table.
One genius way of tapping into this trend is by painting the inside of a white shelving unit black. Your books and ornaments will stand out vividly against the dark background. If you’re still not sure about living your life in black and white, you can always add natural textures like wood or rattan to create a harmonious balance. Try it yourself, and see how effective it can be.
02 of White Living Room With Black Accents
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This clean white living room is interspersed with black accessories, such as a black throw on the armchair and the black legs of the matching pouf. A black geometric-print cushion sits on the white couch and black-spined books sit on the angular chrome coffee table.
03 of Black and Gray Furniture and Seasonal Décor
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Pot lights are installed on a vaulted ceiling over living room. White fireplace mantel is draped with garland and stockings. Wood flooring extends to a Christmas tree with red and black plaid ornaments. The room is furnished with black and gray seating.
04 of Cozy Living Room With Star Decorations
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This cozy black and white living room comprises a black TV screen above a floating white consul table. Black wooden paneling creates an attractive feature on the plain white wall. Large ornamental white stars balance on the plush gray carpet.
05 of Monochrome Living Room With Festive Décor
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Black and white decorating ideas for living rooms are presented in this space which combines large white soft furnishings with a black and white rug. The room features plenty of wood and greenery as festive décor. A ceiling fan hangs from the high ceiling.
06 of Checkboard Style With Swiss Cross Rug
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A black couch and white armchair set up a lovely checkerboard effect in this living space. A black TV screen sits above a fireplace between two white shelving units with black inners. Touches of natural wood, such as the mantelpiece and the legs of the white coffee table, soften the look.
07 of Retro Black Sideboard in White Living Room
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This living room corner features a retro sideboard with cane covers and gold hardware standing bold against a white wall. A large white lamp and a gray vase of foliage flank a rounded black-framed mirror.
08 of Black and White Gallery Wall in Living Room
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Black and white gallery wall is arranged on black floating shelves in this living room next to the kitchen. A white sectional sofa with black accent pillows is seated in front of the gallery wall.
09 of Vintage Farmhouse Style for Living Room
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A modern farmhouse living room features a white
brick fireplace and mantel against a teal wall. Rustic decor such as vintage glass bottles, apothecary drawers, and potted plants surround the fireplace. A plush beige rug sits on wooden flooring.
10 of Striped Art Prints, Poufs, and Leafy Greens
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Gorgeous black and white living room ideas are presented in this room of pairs. Monochrome twin art prints hang on the wall above a fireplace and a pair of black and white striped poufs. A dark couch looks enticing against a lighter backdrop. Large dark green plants welcome the outside in.
11 of Modern Monochrome Living Room
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This modern living room showcases a minimalist pair of white chairs with black frames sitting on a thick monochrome rug on light wooden floorboards. A large glass-faced cabinet holds white ornaments that stand out against the black shelves.
12 of TV Screen Next to Ladder Shelf
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A cream couch is decorated with striped and checked gray cushions. On the back wall sits a black TV screen against a white wall. A shelving ladder holds neutral ornaments that add interest to the plain white wall.
13 of Minimalist Black and White Decorating Ideas for Living Rooms
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A white and a black couch face one another across a rustic wooden coffee table. A black and white striped rug is placed beneath all three items. Windows with black framing stand out against the white wall and the beamed ceiling reflects the floor’s wood. A muted art print hangs above the monochrome fireplace.
14 of Black and White Checked Chairs With Shiplap Walls
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White shiplap walls host shelving and a large black TV screen above a black fireplace. Large black and white checked chairs hold contrasting cushions and sit behind a white rectangular coffee table. The coffee table décor holds a sunflower which adds a pop of color.
15 of Sectional With Black and White Plaid Rug
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White shelving unit with ladder showcases an assortment of black and white decorative items in this living room. Black upholstered chairs sit in front of a black and white rug that hosts an off-white sectional.
16 of Two-story Black and White Living Room
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A two-story white living room is decorated with black furniture, such as a side table and an octagonal coffee table. A large black floor lamp hangs over the dark gray couch. Black and white checked accessories create a compromise between the two opposites.
17 of White Living Room Corner Chair
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White armchair stands in the corner of a living room next to a black turned wood floor lamp with beige shade. The chair faces a round stained wood coffee table placed in front of a black and white TV cabinet.
18 of White Living Room With Black Electric Fireplace
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Blond wood floating shelf holding a round black frame mirror is fitted above a black electric fireplace. An orange vintage rug is laid in front of the fireplace in this black and white living room.
19 of Cozy Black and White Living Room
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Black sofa table is placed behind a gray sectional couch in this cozy black and white living room. The couch faces a white and gray fireplace fitted into a white board and batten half wall.
20 of Black and White Living Room With Ceiling Beams
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This black and white living room with wood ceiling beams boasts a white painted stone fireplace with black mantel. A round black coffee table is placed in front of the fireplace.
