If you enjoy interior design, you’ve probably noticed that black and white living room decor never goes out of style. And for good reason. These two colors are on trend yet timeless and incredibly versatile for decorating.
 
Discover some of our favorite black and white living room ideas to create the perfect look for your space.
<h2>Why choose black and white living room decor?</h2>
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If you love the look of black and white living rooms, that’s all the reason you need to use these colors in your design ideas.
 
On the other hand, if you’re still trying to decide if this combination is right for your living space, let’s take a closer look. Here are some of the primary reasons why black and white are some of the most popular choices for home decor color palettes.
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 	<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Neutral: Black and white are known as “true neutral” colors, which basically means they can go with any other accent color without clashing. This is great if you like to try out new interior design ideas because you can switch up your accent colors anytime.</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">High contrast: When paired together, black and white create eye-catching contrast without overwhelming your living room design. You can make big statements with a black and white color scheme without worrying about it being “too much.”</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Versatile: Some colors work best with specific design styles, but black and white are wonderfully versatile. You’ll see them used in a range of different looks, including <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/scandinavian-interior-design">Scandinavian</a>, minimalist, glam, <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/less-is-more-guide-to-modern-style">modern</a>, and <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/mid-century-modern-furniture">mid-century modern</a> home design.</li>
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<h2>Tips for black and white living room design</h2>
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Before we get started, here’s how to make black and white living room decor work for your space:
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 	<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Keep it bright: Black and white living rooms look crisp, clean, and inviting when paired with plenty of <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/c/lighting-mirrors/lighting-lighting-mirrors">lighting options</a>. Add floor lamps, table lamps, and other light fixtures — bonus points if you can let in natural light.</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Add greenery: Plants naturally add color, life, and style to a black and white space. If you don’t have a green thumb, artificial plants can be very convincing <a href="https://www.myalmostgreenthumb.com/asked-answered-clean-artificial-faux-house-plants-flowers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">with proper care</a>. A gallery wall with images of greenery can have a similar effect.</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Play with wall art: Add color, style, and patterns to your living room with wall art, creating a focal point above your sofa. A black frame against a white wall looks stunning, whether you’re using colorful pieces or monochrome-style black and white artwork.</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Try an accent wall: Renters and homeowners alike can create a black and white accent wall to give their living room a pro finish. Try stick-on decals if you can’t or don’t want to paint a wall.</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Warm it up: Adding warm tones like beige, tan, and brown to your palette — or even orange, yellow, and red — can make your living room more inviting. It doesn’t have to be much, either. A touch of warmth in a piece of wall art or an area rug is all it takes.</li>
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<h2>Black and white living room decor ideas</h2>
The options are limited only by your imagination when you’re working with a black and white color palette. Consider these black and white living room looks for your space, complete with color palettes to get you started.
<h3>High-contrast area rug</h3>
<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/whitson-cushion-back-upholstered-sectional-stone"><img style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-178954" src="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/wp-content/uploads/Whitson-Cushion-Back-Upholstered-Sectional-Stone.jpg" alt="Whitson Cushion Back Upholstered Sectional Stone" width="1200" height="963" /></a>
 
This living room uses a striped black and white rug to create a high-contrast foundation for the furniture. It also plays with black throw pillows, a <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/whitson-cushion-back-upholstered-sectional-stone">stone-colored sofa set</a>, and grey — the third “true neutral” color — on the walls.
 
Add a chrome end table, black and white artwork, and a hint of greenery, and you have a pro-quality design. Don’t forget the ottoman to add hidden storage and keep clutter tucked away, which is a must for this minimalist-inspired modern living room.
 
<a href="https://coolors.co/171a15-f8f8f8-585a55-a4a196-c1c6c9" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Color palette</a>: Black, white, dark grey, light grey, chrome
<h3>Glam-style black living room furniture</h3>
<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/delilah-upholstered-living-room-set-black"><img style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-178948" src="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/wp-content/uploads/Delilah-Upholstered-Living-Room-Set-Black.jpg" alt="Black and white living room: Delilah Upholstered Living Room Set Black" width="1200" height="797" /></a>
 
A luxurious <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/delilah-upholstered-living-room-set-black">black velvet sofa set</a> with button tufting, a nailhead finish, mirrored accents, and black throw pillows can’t help but make a statement. This living room embraces white walls and leans into the luxe appeal with a chandelier hanging over the <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/delilah-rectangle-coffee-table-white-and-chrome">white and chrome coffee table</a>.
 
The sofa, loveseat, and armchair also rest on acrylic legs, giving them the illusion of floating above the floor. Speaking of the floor, the wooden floor boards, beige lampshade, and bronze artwork add a subtle warmth to the space, countering the crisp <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/delilah-square-end-table-white-and-chrome">mirrored side table</a> and surrounding furniture.
 
<a href="https://coolors.co/fcfcfc-010101-b5a58d-c6c3be-a08973" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Color palette</a>: White, black, tan, chrome, bronze
<h3>Bright boho space with black accents</h3>
<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/isabella-3-piece-upholstered-tight-back-living-room-set-white"><img style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-178949" src="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/wp-content/uploads/Isabella-3-piece-Upholstered-Tight-Back-Living-Room-Set-White.jpg" alt="Black and white living room: Isabella 3-piece Upholstered Tight Back Living Room Set White" width="1200" height="699" /></a>
 
Black and white living rooms don’t have to be modern or glam — why not try a <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/boho-living-room">chic boho look</a> instead? This warm living room uses the <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/isabella-3-piece-upholstered-tight-back-living-room-set-white">off-white Isabella 3-piece sofa set</a>, beige artwork and wood accent furniture to create a cozy appeal. Adding a <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/antonio-round-rattan-tray-top-accent-table-natural">rattan accent table</a> or <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/juanita-square-rattan-coffee-table-natural">coffee table</a> also gives the space textural variation for extra visual appeal.
 
The black accents, including the end table, wall art, planter, and chandelier, help ground the living room design and keep it from looking too bright. The houseplants bring in more natural color and texture to complete the look.
 
<a href="https://coolors.co/f8f7f2-111112-c0aea8-e2c19b-a3a099" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Color palette</a>: Off-white, black, beige, tan, grey
<h3>Moody modern color palette</h3>
<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/shania-3-piece-track-arms-living-room-set-black"><img style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" class="aligncenter wp-image-178953 size-full" src="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/wp-content/uploads/Shania-3-piece-Track-Arms-Living-Room-Set-Black-1.jpg" alt="Black and white living room: Shania 3-piece Track Arms Living Room Set Black" width="1200" height="681" /></a>
 
Dark grey walls set a moody atmosphere without the weight that black walls can create. This living room uses white trim and a light-toned floor to soften the look while embracing black with the <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/shania-3-piece-track-arms-living-room-set-black">sleek Shania 3-piece sofa set</a>.
 
The curtains, lampshade, and artwork bring warm tones into the mix, complementing the area rug’s blend of cool and warm colors. With darker walls, large windows and bright natural light are must-have features to keep the welcoming appeal of the space.
 
<a href="https://coolors.co/262829-f1f1f6-6b6c70-9b918e-8dbcc3-584743" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Color palette</a>: Black, white, dark grey, beige, blue, brown
<h3>Elegant grey and white living room</h3>
<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/largo-2-piece-upholstered-power-living-room-set-white#mz-expanded-view-29284652446"><img style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-178950" src="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/wp-content/uploads/Largo-2-piece-Upholstered-Power-Living-Room-Set-White.jpg" alt="Largo 2-piece Upholstered Power Living Room Set White" width="1200" height="657" /></a>
 
If black and white is too dramatic for you, dark grey and white creates a similar effect. This chic living room is no less moody than the one above but distinctly lighter. The <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/largo-2-piece-upholstered-power-living-room-set-white#mz-expanded-view-29284652446">white Largo sofa set</a>, sheer white curtains, and white lampshade brighten the entire space despite the dark grey walls and area rug.
 
The warm-toned floor, bookshelves, and artwork keep the space inviting and cozy while still experimenting with the high-contrast look. Meanwhile, the chrome accents on the sofa, side table, and lamp amplify light sources and add a touch of glam to the space.
 
<a href="https://coolors.co/edebec-434448-aeac9f-695f58-c5c8d1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Color palette</a>: White, dark grey, ivory, light brown, chrome
<h3>Artistic accents with pops of color</h3>
<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/moira-upholstered-tufted-living-room-set-with-track-arms-black-2"><img style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" style="width:100%;" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-178951" src="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/wp-content/uploads/Moira-Upholstered-Tufted-Living-Room-Set-with-Track-Arms-Black.jpg" alt="Moira Upholstered Tufted Living Room Set with Track Arms Black" width="1200" height="666" /></a>
 
Off-white walls and grey flooring sets this living room up for an inviting aesthetic, and the black <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/moira-upholstered-tufted-living-room-set-with-track-arms-black-2">Moira furniture set</a> brings the contrast. But what really breathes life into this space are the shades of red from the pieces of artwork against the wall.
 
This living room doesn’t have the largest windows, so it makes up for it with a couple of lamps and a large <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/c/lighting-mirrors/mirrors-lighting-mirrors/floor-leaning-mirrors-mirrors-lighting-mirrors-lighting-mirrors">leaning mirror</a> to reflect and amplify the light. It also uses houseplants, leather upholstery, and gorgeous textiles to add textural interest to the room.
 
<a href="https://coolors.co/080708-f3f2ef-e9e3db-938f85-4e3327-c65b60" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Color palette</a>: Black, white, off-white, warm grey, brown, and red
<h2>Black and white and chic all over</h2>
With these ideas, you’re sure to bring your vision of a black and white living room to life. Whether you want bold and monochrome or cozy and boho, have fun experimenting to discover what works best for your space.
 
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