The skillful use of black is synonymous with elegance and sophistication, while the contrast between the different tones in a room gives a sensation of spaciousness.

Black is a neutral classic, but you need to strike the right balance when furnishing the home so as not to create a dark effect. Dark furniture and fittings work in any room in the home, especially bathrooms and kitchens. Here are some suggestions for choosing the most suitable designs from the PORCELANOSA Group.

Make the bathroom feel more spacious

Depending on the size of the bathroom, black can be used at different points in the room to maintain a sensation of lightness. If you have a large enough room, you can combine walls and fittings in dark colours with touches of white in the sink, on the taps and on the towels for the shower. For example, the Architect black finish unit by Noken can be paired with the countertop basin from the same collection in white and Round Chrome taps.

Another important consideration is to have a natural light source that counterbalances the dark fittings and creates a brighter effect. In smaller rooms, it is better to use light colours on walls and floors. Wood can create the right balance with dark fittings and give a sensation of warmth.

Combination of colours in the kitchen

Wood is a great ally in the kitchen. It should be combined with good lighting to define the structure of the room. The largest units should be positioned near the windows to reduce the impact of the dark colours and create a sensation of spaciousness.

The design can be rounded off with some splashes of colour that bring out the personality of the kitchen: for example, the Altissima Via Laccea natural stone worktop by XTONE® with the E7.30 Roble Puro + Roble Noche unit by Gamadecor. If you choose totally dark designs such as the E4.40 Negro Emotions Mate Roble Noche + Roble Puro kitchen, also by Gamadecor, you can find the right balance by using white household items or adding white luminaires.

Text by Porcelanosa