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collections | Oct 4, 2022 |
7 black-and-white decor ideas for a pop of contrast

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.

Courtesy of The Tile Shop
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.

Courtesy of Lulu and Georgia
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.

Courtesy of Black Crow Studios
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.

Courtesy of Thibaut
Courtesy of Thibaut
GINGER WALLPAPER — THIBAUT
The bold frond pattern in Thibaut’s Ginger wallpaper offers a contemporary spin on traditional botanical prints.

Courtesy of Pigeon & Poodle
Courtesy of Pigeon & Poodle
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.

Courtesy of Lulu and Georgia
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.

Courtesy of New Ravenna
Courtesy of New Ravenna
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.

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