39 Beautiful Black Room Ideas to Add Some Dramatic Flair

Stunning Black Powder Room

Black walls suck up light, which can make the shade intimidating to use in a sizable space. But who said you had to go big? Painting a small spot in your home black can have beautifully stunning results.

Our favorite, for instance, is this farmhouse-inspired washroom by Lux Interior Design. The velvety walls provide a striking backdrop for the rustic vanity and brass mirror.

Beautiful Black Kitchen

White is a safe choice for kitchens but if you crave drama, feast your eyes on this black cooking space by April Tomlin Interiors. A marble backsplash spices up the walls with a herringbone pattern.

Metallic accents from the cabinet knobs to light fixtures break up black space while bringing glamour. The glossy quartz countertops add sheen. Topping it all off is the white ceiling that gives the kitchen an open and airy feeling.

Dramatic Black Bedroom

Matte black is perfect for transforming a bedroom into a cozy cocoon. In this dreamy space by Homepolish crisp while bedding offsets the inky walls. Two mirrored end tables lend a little glitz to the boudoir. Our favorite feature is the cruelty-free animal skull made of cast resin.

Stylish Tween Bedroom

Yes, black walls can totally work in a kid's room. To keep the space from feeling dreary add big splashes of color. Here Sally Wheat Interiors combines patterns and bright hues to cheer up a space fit for a tween.

Black Media Room

This pitch black media room by Cablik Enterprises may be the best place ever to Netflix and chill. The L shaped sofa and red ottoman together provide a place to stretch out and recharge. The painted brick wall adds statement-making character. A gallery wall brightens the room with pops of color.

Black Shiplap Living Room

In a historic home remodeled by Cuppett Architects black paint refreshes old shiplap. We love how the glossy finish highlights the imperfections on each wood panel. Plus high sheen walls like these reflect light, which will make things feel brighter compared to matte black walls. 

Black Nursery

Black walls set the stage in this gender-neutral nursery by La Petite Mag. Natural wood and muted colors help to soften the space. Additional accents including the typography throw and bunny poster pour on the whimsy.

Retro Black Living Room

A smartly placed sectional sofa anchors this midcentury-inspired, black living room by Lindsay Pincus Design. Additional furnishings including the brown leather butterfly chair, yellow curtains, and Turkish rug warm up the neutral walls. Our favorite idea worthy of stealing is putting negative space to work as a gallery wall as shown on the right.

Black, Blue and Gray Living Room

As counterintuitive as it may appear, mixing black, blue and gray is a winning combination as shown in this Palm Springs home by Jenn Feldman Designs. Layering the moody shades throughout the room adds both dimension and visual interest.

Black Walls With Colorful Accents

Colorful bedding and a cute end table both add a sense of playfulness that balances the black walls in this snug bedroom in a home remodeled by Architecture for London.

Two Tone Black Walls

Erin from Suburban B's transformed her perfectly lovely dining space into a showstopper with black paint. The two-tone walls make an elegant statement without giving off an overly formal feel.

DIY Black Kitchen

When Patricia Goijens, the blogger behind No Glitter, No Glory did not have the budget for a kitchen renovation, she turned to black paint. To take things to the next level, she painted her refrigerator, cabinets, shelves, and walls with a color by Farrow & Ball called Pitch Black. The result is a cooking space that is both chic and timeless.

Brownish-Black Walls

In this 1920s home by interior designer Philip Gorrivan, walls painted a shade of brownish-black by Farrow & Ball called Tanner's Brown creates the ideal backdrop for a collection of framed prints.

Black Home Office

Chalkboard paint helped blogger Sarah Sherman Samuel carve out a nook for a home office in her small home. The wall dresses things up while giving her a spot to jot notes.

Black Walls in Small Spaces

Heather from Growing Spaces believes that small décor changes can make a significant impact. Case in point the black walls in her living room. She says the shade instantly made her space feel bigger, calmer, and more stylish.

Black Wallpaper

You do not have to whip out the paintbrush to dress up your walls. Anna from Door Sixteen used black wallpaper with a fir tree pattern to spruce up her home office. If you are a renter, you may want to consider peel and stick wallpaper because it is easy to remove without damaging walls.

DIY Black Shiplap

Mandi from Vintage Revivals says even if you never knocked out a DIY project you can make this black shiplap feature wall. Her tutorial breaks down all the need to knows.

Scandinavian Black Bedroom

Take the edge off a black wall with this idea from Alvhem Makleri. Here splatter print sheets add unexpected pattern.

Monochromatic Black Dining Room

Pitch black walls can make eating at home a theatrical experience says Ramsey Interiors. The design firm combined furniture and decorative accessories in sharply contrasting shades to create a traditional dining room with a dramatic edge.

Bold Black Feature Wall

A bold feature wall makes a stylish statement in this beautiful modern farmhouse bedroom by Design Shop Interiors. The herringbone pattern was created using stained wood planks.

Color-Coded Black Bookcase

We believe the best rooms include colorful accessories. In this dining space by Ann Lowengart Interiors, a black bookcase flaunts a collection of books and knickknacks arranged by color.

Black Kitchen Cabinets

Create separation in an open space by painting your kitchen pitch black. In this home, by The Works, dark floors and saturated cabinetry give the cooking space a sleek and sexy twist.

Glossy Black Bathroom Tile

Tiny square tile makes the most of this small bathroom by Boutique Homes. The glossy surfaces give off a lovely diffused reflection. Even better, using black grout as shown will hide dirt.

Black and White Apartment

Danielle Colding Design gave the living room in this New York City apartment a modern look using global elements. The jet-black walls highlighted with crisp white trim radiant elegance. A shaggy Greek flokati rug adds foot soothing texture. Monochromatic, Ikat wallpaper covers the ceilings.

Vibrant Accents In Black Rooms

Loud colors and basic black go together like peanut and jelly to convey a sense of fun in this home by the interior designer team Alida and Miller. Our favorite frothy features include the Seahorse headboard by Serena and Lily and wood bead chandelier by Bohemian Like You.

Black Plaid Wallpaper

Black, plaid wallpaper feels more punk rock than preppy in this stylish bedroom by Boutique Homes. Sealing the deal is an edgy, baroque bed.

Minimalistic Black Kitchen

A minimalistic kitchen spotted on BTL Property packs floor to ceiling cabinetry with a crisp gray island. A black quartz countertop adds a little shine to the moody cooking space.

Black Flame Paint

These walls are a shade called Black Flame from the purples collection at Pittsburgh Paints. Spotted on the Interior Edit, this living room combines the moody color with décor in vibrant shades of green and yellow.

Powerful Black Walls

White walls can be dull. Here, inky walls accentuate the splashy sofa in this living room by Sally Wheat Interiors. 

Black Accent Wall

This black accent wall surrounding the faux fireplace makes a bold statement, immediately grabbing your attention. The black checkered chairs, modern black light fixture, black coffee table, and the black pot for the houseplant tie everything together beautifully.

Pewter Walls and Bright Windows

Black rooms don't need to feel dark, and this gorgeous and airy office from Amber Pierce Designs is a prime example. Working with a room that has plenty of natural light is a great way to incorporate black walls into a space without feeling closed in.

Black Details

As the saying goes, it truly is all in the details. In this peaceful, earthy bedroom, almost every accent from the lamp to the quilt to the macrame to the bed frame uses some shade of black. This makes the bedroom feel cohesive and intentional.

Charcoal Cabinets

These stunning charcoal cabinets give a sophisticated look to this kitchen. Gold hardware adds a romantic, vintage touch. The white trim and light gray tile backsplash creates beautiful contrast as well.

Black Shiplap Trim

This vintage-inspired bathroom has a dramatic flair thanks to the black shiplap trim. Making sure the shutters match the walls was an excellent design choice because it pulls everything together. The white sink adds a pop of brightness to the bathroom.

Two Black Accent Walls

Why only do one accent wall when you can go for two? In this contemporary living room, the two black accent walls on either side of the television add more visual interest by adding bold contrast with all of the white elements in the room.

Black Shower Title

This bright and airy bathroom combines rustic with modern seamlessly. The black shower tiles feel contemporary while the greenery and white chevron tiles add a natural element to the bathroom.

Black Bunkbeds and Walls

These built-in bunkbeds painted black to match the accompanying walls create the perfect places to cozy up and get some rest. The lighter, layered bedding adds a nice pop of color and extra texture. So inviting.

Black Marble Bar

This gorgeous black marble bar looks like it is straight out of a boutique hotel. The chic pink stools add a burst of color while the greenery adds extra life. The large statement mirror helps bring more light into the area.

Black Built-In Shelving

These gorgeous built-in black bookshelves make a statement. Coordinating the ladder to match the hue of the shelving feels intentional and enhances that built-in look. Light accessories provide extra personality.