An ashy, wood media stand with barn wood sliding cabinet doors is decorated with a set of books, a gold paperweight, and a black candle. To continue this modern minimalist look, add a set of black stone vases and stagger them along the top and middle shelves for a cohesive design.
30 Inspirational Styling Examples That Use Black Décor
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May 9, 2023
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If you are looking for inspiration on bold, black décor pieces to incorporate into your home’s design then look no further! We have a variety of examples included below that you’ll surely want to mimic in your home.
Using black home décor gives you the opportunity to experiment with a lot of color pairings. You can go with a monochromatic look using black and white décor, giving you a very modern feel. If you want to incorporate some colors, though, there are so many options. For a boho vibe, we’d suggest leaning into earthy tones like olive green, burnt orange, rusty reds, and maybe even some oceanic pops of indigo blue or sunset pinks and purples. Let’s say you want a farmhouse or cottage look with some bold black accents. This is easy to achieve. Go for a cottage style using vibrant spring-cut flowers in a large black vase centerpiece and garden-inspired figurines. For the farmhouse look you can try the trendy chalkboard signs, and use some vintage wire frame storage baskets.
This is such a versatile design category and leaves room for immense experimentation and creativity. So feel free to peruse through the designs below and take note of all of the décor pieces that catch your eye.
02 of Adding Black Modern Decorations to a White Bookshelf
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Try mixing bold, black décor with neutral farmhouse pieces as shown here along the bright white built-in bookshelves. The black farmhouse lantern and the black glass vases add a blast of dark color that balances the white and gold decorations staggered along the shelves.
03 of Modern Black Vase on Stone Dining Table
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For an organic modern dining space, use materials like these raw wood chairs, a stone table and serving bowl, and a bold black floral vase for a simple, yet elegant, centerpiece. For additional storage, add a black dining hutch with woven baskets and neutral decorations.
04 of Fall Elements Accessorize Modern Entryway
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A sheaf of wheat fills a black entryway vase resting on a light gray table. Enhancements for modern entryways can include seasonal elements like plants and matching color palettes. A wooden shelf with black brackets is anchored to a white wall.
05 of Minimalist Decorations With a Black Ceramic Vase
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A black framed mirror leans against a white shiplap accent wall over a natural wood mantel and a white brick fireplace. For a modern minimalist style, include a black ceramic vase with neutral pampas grass stems and a wood bead garland.
06 of Black Vase Centerpiece for a White Farmhouse Kitchen
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This bright white, modern farmhouse kitchen features an expansive white island with bar seating and white quartz counters. A set of polished nickel pendant lights are installed above the island, just over a black pitcher with fall-inspired burgundy foliage.
07 of Modern, Black Boho-inspired Decorations for an Entry
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A wood entry table with waterfall edges is placed below a large circular mirror with black steel framing. To achieve a modern boho look, use black figurines and textured vases with pampas grass as shown. For a subtle farmhouse look, you can incorporate a black beaded garland to match.
08 of Black Porch Decorations for a Modern Farmhouse Look
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Dusty blue exterior paint accentuates the dark blue shutters and black topiary planters and lanterns across this brick front porch. Try adding a nice rustic seating area with natural wood Adirondack chairs, woven flower baskets, and a vintage wire bench to create a relaxing place to sit.
09 of Black Décor for a Modern Southwestern Living Room
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Try out a unique decoration like the black longhorn skull in this modern southwestern-inspired living room. To complement the look, go with a modern black and white abstract rug, a live edge coffee table with hairpin legs, a large indoor tree, and dark burnt orange colored drapes.
10 of Monochromatic Decorations for a Farmhouse Fireplace
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A summer swag with fir, peonies, and roses drapes from the corner of a white fireplace mantel with a set of vintage windows with gold frames and black paint stenciled within the center. To complete this look, use black vintage pieces like vases, hurricanes, and baskets.
11 of Modern Black and White Decorations for a Fireplace
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A white fireplace mantel is decorated with modern black figurines and statues on one end with mini topiary evergreen shrubs, a black stone pitcher, and white feather statues on the other. Mount a large lack-framed mirror over the center of the mantel to balance the look.
12 of Black Farmhouse Vase Centerpiece for a Wooden Coffee Table
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A large black vase is a bold centerpiece for this natural wood coffee table with black iron legs. Complete a farmhouse look using this piece by including pink dyed baby’s breath, a book, a large wood bead garland, and a modern white stone serving bowl.
13 of Black and White Accent Wallpaper Inspiration
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A geometric black and white accent wallpaper is installed over a wood dresser with a book and a potted faux grass plant. Coordinate a large black vase with petrified wood stems against the black and white wallpaper for a modern look.
14 of Modern Black Fall Tablescape Decorations
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Use bold black vases, gourds, and candlesticks in your fall dining room tablescape for a modern look. Burnt orange eucalyptus stems, a wood-beaded garland, and a rustic flat serving tray centerpiece can help you arrange each item in the center of the table for a stunning, modern display
15 of Boho Outdoor Dining Space With a Black Vase Centerpiece
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Rattan pendant lights hang over a white-washed wood dining table with black chairs and a woven jute area rug in this covered outdoor dining space. A simple black stone vase with evergreen foliage is placed beside a gold tray with a large wood bead garland for a modern look.
16 of Balancing Bright White Exterior Siding With Black Accents
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A bold, black-painted door and entry lantern are used to balance out the bright white color of the exterior siding on this modern farmhouse. For a cute winter look, add some black stone penguins with an A-frame wood sign and a black and white plaid entry mat.
17 of Simple and Modern Black Accents for a Dining Space
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Break up an all-white kitchen by using a modern black orb vase with faux olive stems as shown here. In the adjoining dining room, a large white and black modern painting hangs behind a wooden dining table with white French upholstered chairs.
18 of Gallery Wall With Gold Lights and Black-framed Portraits
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A modern gallery wall is assembled with black-framed nature portraits positioned beneath golden gallery lights. Place a rustic reclaimed wood bench beneath the portraits for a sophisticated seating area with candles, books, and a cozy farmhouse runner.
19 of Large Black Vase for a Dresser
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Use an oversized stone vase like this one with modern black paint and a set of fluffy pampas grass stems to add a modern minimalist look to the top of a bedroom dresser. Include a woven serving tray or basket along the wall to balance the space.
20 of Neutral Kitchen With White Chevron Backsplash
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Place a set of beautiful raw wood cutting boards on display along the counter for a rustic and neutral look. These cutting boards lean against a white chevron tile backsplash with white grout beside a gold framed farmhouse portrait and a cute black glass vase with baby’s breath.
21 of Modern Black Kitchen Design Features
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Get a stunning, modern farmhouse look in your kitchen by using black paint to create an unforgettable focal point. The island here features ornamental barn wood molding along the end panels and a white countertop to balance out the dark colors. A set of black iron pendant lights are installed over the center of the island.
22 of Masculine Office With Black and White Decorations
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Vintage glass sconce lights are mounted along a set of black-painted built-in bookshelves. An assortment of white and black decorations are staggered along the shelves giving the space an eclectic modern look. Complete this masculine office look with a black leather chair and a black table vase.
23 of Relaxing Rustic Bedroom Idea for Women
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This soothing and relaxing bedroom features a white bed frame with neutral-colored linens. Beside the bed sits a wooden side table with an alarm clock and a black table lamp. A rustic wooden bench decorated with a throw and greenery in a black vase are showcased at the foot of the bed.
24 of Vintage Wood Furniture for a Farmhouse Living Room
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A refurbished dresser is updated with modern black paint and brass hardware. For a farmhouse look, try adding brass candlesticks, a woven serving basket, and a stone vase with evergreen stems. Include a neutral area rug, rustic wood coffee table, and vintage pillows to complete the look.
25 of White and Black Home Décor for a Striking Design
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A modern lounge area with a flatscreen TV is decorated with simple floor vases with earthy neutral colors like green, gray, white, and black. To fill the white wall beside the TV, add a set of matching black-framed portraits with modern artwork.
26 of Black Minimalist Decorations for a Modern Entryway
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A glass console table with black framing is positioned along a white wall with ornamental molding and a black steel framed mirror centered over the top. For a minimalist look go with two or three main décor pieces like this black wire basket, a geometric black vase, and a black book.
27 of Modern Decorations for an Ashy, Boho Hutch
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An ash-colored boho hutch with rattan woven cabinet door panels is situated beneath a black-framed mirror along a white wall. For a modern look, consider adding a black stone vase, natural green foliage, and additional stone vases along the table’s surface.
28 of Simple Black Room Décor for a Console Table
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This living room uses a small wall space between two bright windows to showcase a set of black-framed family gallery portraits over a rattan console table. For a modern look, add a black stone vase with evergreen stems and a stone table lamp.
29 of Using Black Vases Along a Modern Wood Hutch
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A modern, bamboo wood hutch with paneled doors is styled with a striking, large black vase with dusty orange roses, a clear glass candle, and a table lamp. To balance the dark colors out, add an additional smaller black vase with white flowers and a small black serving bowl.
30 of Farmhouse Modern Home Office With Small Corner Desk
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A black wooden chair with a tan woven seat sits against a white square desk with a small circular wicker basket to bring the look together. There is a brass and red framed photo of a bird above the desk to create a lovely backdrop.
