02/14/2021 Read in 4 minutes.
In our new article you will learn how you can decorate apartments and houses of different sizes using a variety of dark colors: black, dark brown, charcoal gray and other trendy shades. We present to your attention 17 fashionable design projects with dark floors, furniture, wall decoration and decor.
Prices for apartment design in Moscow in 2022
Standard project
3200 2500 RUR/m2
- Dimensional and installation plans
- Working drawings for electrical, plumbing, etc.
- Three-dimensional visualization of the interior in 3DSMAX
- Selection of finishing materials
- Drawing up an estimate for repairs
Total: 15,000 rub.
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Optimal project
4200 3500 RUR/m2
- Everything that is in the Standard Project
- Full interior furnishings, including ordering, delivery and acceptance of materials in terms of quality and quantity
- Design and creation of individual furniture and custom doors
Total: 15,000 rub.
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Full project
5200 4500 RUR/m2
- Everything that is in the Optimal Project
- Architectural supervision, including site visits, correction of drawings and control of compliance with the interior design project
- Development and approval of an engineering project for power supply
Total: 15,000 rub.
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Interior in dark colors - stylish and comfortable!
The use of dark colors in design allows you to add a touch of comfort and tranquility to the interior. This design solution can expand the available space, and in combination with mirror elements the room will look rich and aristocratic.
Most often, dark tones can be found in the interiors of premises belonging to sophisticated and creative people, lovers of art and antiquity, romantic people who value peace and quiet. Black is the color of modesty, moderation and constancy.
Living room in dark colors
Typically, the most spacious and brightest room in an apartment or house is chosen as the living room. Psychologists say that dark living rooms are most suitable for people who spend most of their time in a noisy office or travel a lot.
Dark shades can give a room a sense of mystery and a rich look. It can be black, dark chocolate, brown, burgundy, etc.
Designers do not recommend using dark colors when decorating ceilings, as this visually makes the room smaller and causes a feeling of discomfort. It is best to make the living room ceiling glossy and light - in this case it will visually enlarge the space and add its own unique atmosphere to the overall aura of the room.
If you decide to decorate your living room in dark colors, your main secrets should be:
- well-chosen color scheme;
- well-chosen lighting;
- correctly placed light accents.
Dark interior for small rooms
In small rooms it is better to avoid using pure black; the best option is brown, purple, dark beige.
Special attention should be paid to light accessories, the correct choice of which will make the living room cozy and attractive. This could be a beige carpet, a white coffee table, light furniture.
Small and dear to your heart “trinkets” are best chosen in rich and bright colors (green, pink, red).
What about a dark bedroom interior?
Married couples who once decided on a design experiment and agreed to use dark colors in their bedroom note that they are constantly drawn to this room. What causes this craving? Everything is very simple - the dark interior of the bedroom creates a romantic and calm aura in the room, awakens the kindest, sincere and noble feelings.
Pendant and wall lamps with soft muted light, contrasting bright bedspreads, small light vases or pots with flowers, paintings or photographs in frames, light carpet or palace, as well as furniture in light shades will help to add mystery and romance to the room.
Remember that a dark interior can turn any room into a crypt - you should experiment with dark colors in the bedroom with extreme caution. Be sure to pay attention to the lighting of the room - it is best to equip the bedroom with basic and local lighting, as well as hidden lighting, which will create a romantic atmosphere. It is best to place lamps around the entire perimeter of the room, which will create the effect of diffused light.
Dark color in the interior of the kitchen and dining room
Designers do not recommend using dark colors throughout the kitchen and dining room; it would be best to highlight the work area with a dark color, while the rest of the room is best decorated in light or bright colors. The use of dark colors in the cladding of the walls of the work area is a practical and convenient solution, since all possible stains and splashes, which are indispensable in our kitchens, are less noticeable on a dark surface. Therefore, you won't have to clean them often. In addition, the use of dark glossy tiles will allow you to visually expand the space.
In the design of the dining area, along with dark tones, we recommend using white – this will add solemnity to the room and make the interior softer and lighter.
And again we want to pay attention to the lighting - the kitchen and dining room in dark colors should definitely be complemented with bright and massive lamps.
We hope our tips will help you create a unique and individual style in your home.
Window decoration
Make the windows as light and smooth as possible, without relief textures. It is also advisable to remove plants from the windowsill; it is better to place a couple of pots in front of the window - the space will not be so cluttered, and more light will penetrate. Heavy curtains and dark tulle are “contraindicated” for a dark room, so give preference to light curtains and flowy light fabrics - they will give the room a special airiness.
Furniture
Furniture in appropriate shades is the final part of the dark interior. It is not at all necessary that it be all dark - a lot depends on how the walls, floor and ceiling are decorated.
It is important to select all pieces of furniture in such a way that they match each other in shade and temperature - it can be a cold or warm undertone. There is no need to choose the same colors - on the contrary, they can and should be different. This is one of the key markers of a modern interior - they look harmonious, but not monochrome.
As a rule, in dark interiors, furniture in cool colors looks more harmonious - but this does not mean that the atmosphere will be uncomfortable. She will only acquire the necessary features - restraint and sophistication.
Minimum wall decor
If wall mirrors increase the level of illumination, then many paintings, panels and photographs, on the contrary, absorb the light flux. In order not to leave the walls bare, we choose the decor as laconic and abstract as possible, you can focus on one bright accent.
A good move is white frames or paintings framed with mats. It is better to leave the side walls for decoration, and completely free up the space opposite the window.
The right materials
To decorate a dark room, you need to choose the right materials. Avoid stucco, excessive pretentiousness and relief - such surfaces absorb light and create a niche effect. If you choose wallpaper, let one wall be an accent wall, with a complex pattern, and the rest simply smooth. This will not particularly affect the illumination, but the size of the room will visually increase. It is better to make the ceiling plain and smooth, but choose an original floor covering; fortunately, manufacturers provide a wide range of textures and colors.
Interior in dark colors - photo
Artificial lighting
If the room does not have enough natural light, special attention is paid to artificial light. In addition to the central place for the chandelier, at the stage of finishing the room it is necessary to make marks for spotlights. Their main purpose is to create a warm, cozy atmosphere and illuminate important areas.
With the help of hanging sconces you can highlight the dining area in the kitchen. A floor lamp is useful in the living room next to the sofa.
Ideal for dark rooms: 5 shades from the Farrow & Ball palette
This sophisticated deep purple shade works especially great in a glossy finish, looking elegant, warm and dramatic, plus it enhances the light and fills the room with a shimmering glow.
Shade Brinjal No. 222, Farrow & Ball Shade Brinjal No. 222, Farrow & Ball
Dasha Pushkina: “You should not use shades of white in wall decoration”
Designer Dasha Pushkina.
Designer Dasha Pushkina.
“If there is a lack of light, you should not use shades of white in wall decoration - white will not save the situation, but will only emphasize the fact that the room is dark. Rich colors are great for dark rooms, and this applies not only to walls, but also to ceilings.
Rich, bold shades are also ideal for small transition areas, such as hallways, hallways and corridors, which often do not have full access to daylight. Plus, such shades are especially impressive when the electric light needed here is turned on.
We also remember about textiles: if the room is dark and the windows are oriented, for example, to the north, a great trick is to hang curtains in yellow or pink shades. Yellow will add a feeling of sunshine to the room, while pink or peach tones will bring the impression of sunset rays outside the window.
Interior fragment.
Author of the project: Dasha Pushkina. Style: Yulia Chebotar. Photo: Mikhail Stepanov.
Interior fragment.
Author of the project: Dasha Pushkina. Style: Yulia Chebotar. Photo: Mikhail Stepanov.
Lastly, one of my favorite ways to add natural light to a dark space is to use mirrors.
A mirror, one or more, can be placed near or opposite a window, thereby doubling the amount of daylight. The advantages of mirrors are not only in increasing illumination, but also in the fact that they create depth and visually expand the boundaries of the room.”
Interior fragment.
Author of the project: Dasha Pushkina. Style: Yulia Chebotar. Photo: Mikhail Stepanov.
Interior fragment.
Author of the project: Dasha Pushkina. Style: Yulia Chebotar. Photo: Mikhail Stepanov.
