Eternal Black and White
All of us here at Area3 love black and white for various reasons – it goes with everything, its timeless, compliments every other colour, and especially looks great paired with wood. Whether your style is Scandinavian, traditional, modern, industrial or edgy and fashionable, there’s a million ways to use this colour scheme! Below we have provided some simple ideas on how you can incorporate the everlasting black and white in your own home.
By using black in specific elements, you can create a lot drama in your space. Some of the things we have been obsessing over are EQ3’s black flatware, add this to your next dinner party for a conversation starter. Are you looking for a new way to light your space? How about the Ambit or Unfold pendant from this cool Scandinavian line called Muuto? Vancouver Special happens to carry these along with many other great ones.
Recently we completed a project Park Station, where we used the HAY about a stool at the kitchen island to add excitement. Black dinnerware to set the mood, and black toss cushions to create the wow factor.
You can create a timeless office space and have a little fun by playing with the proportions of your black and whites. By using a lot more black you can create a more masculine space. For example pair a black wooden surface and a few antique objects. For something a little more feminine, keep the majority of the space light and bright, think polished hi-gloss white and lots of great textures.
Accessories like black blankets are not only cozy – but more forgiving as well. Want to spend hours dreaming? Think crisp white sheets. This color is more serene and calming which will let you sink into a cloud of no responsibility. Strong or soft no option is wrong, just remember to contrast the rest of the space carefully. Try not to overdo the black as it can become very loud and strong (unless this is your desired look). For a never ending supply of original and local sheepskins, plush throws, and down cushions head over to L’atelier st. George.
Do you have a great idea about how to incorporate black and white in your space? We would love to hear, share your thoughts using #area3black&white
