Trendy color combos may come and go, but black and white continue to stand the test of time—and for good reason. Not only can the high-contrast classic create an eye-catching focal point, but it also brings a dash of depth and dimension to an interior scheme.
In the market for the perfect black-and-white piece to drum up some monochromatic drama? From painterly wallpapers to checkered rugs, these designs reimagine the two-toned look in an array of unexpected new ways.
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Courtesy of The Tile Shop
OSAKA WHITE HEX PORCELAIN TILE — THE TILE SHOP
Crisp black lines forge a striking geometric design in this porcelain wall and floor tile by The Tile Shop.
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Courtesy of Lulu and Georgia
CHECKERBOARD RUG BY SARAH SHERMAN SAMUEL — LULU AND GEORGIA
Hand-knotted from natural wool, the Checkerboard rug by Sarah Sherman Samuel for Lulu and Georgia provides a modern riff on old-school checkered floors.
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Courtesy of Black Crow Studios
BRUSHSTROKES WALLPAPER IN BLACK AND WHITE BY CUFF STUDIO — BLACK CROW STUDIOS
An unruly splatter motif gives this maximalist wallcovering by Cuff Studio for Black Crow Studios a sense of movement.
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Courtesy of Thibaut
GINGER WALLPAPER — THIBAUT
The bold frond pattern in Thibaut’s Ginger wallpaper offers a contemporary spin on traditional botanical prints.
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OLTEN FRAME IN BLACK AND WHITE — PIGEON & POODLE
Adorned in black-and-white marblelike swirls, this mosaic frame by Pigeon & Poodle adds a twirling touch to your favorite photos.
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Courtesy of Lulu and Georgia
BROKEN STRIPE WALLPAPER BY SARAH SHERMAN SAMUEL — LULU AND GEORGIA
The undulating, etched stripes in this rhythmic wallpaper by Sarah Sherman Samuel for Lulu and Georgia create the illusion of depth and dimension.
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BALLOONACY MOSAIC — NEW RAVENNA
Crafted of polished Thassos and Nero Marquina stones, this two-toned statement mosaic by New Ravenna features a trippy, op-art-esque balloon motif.
Products featured in this article have been sourced from BOH’s Collections vertical, a showcase of the latest debuts from some of the industry’s leading brands.