A Study in Contrast - Decorating with Black and White

See how to incorporate black and white into your décor with ideas from these inspiring spaces and area rugs.

The classic color combination makes any room — from bathrooms to bedrooms — sophisticated, chic, and timeless. From horizontal stripes to graphic floor tile and rugs, it's a look that lasts.

Exeter Cabinets & Cabinetry

For Something More Traditional - Sierra Mar Kismet Ivory/Black by Karastan 

BONUS TIP: How to Decorate With Black & White Curtains

A simple Floral can be both sweet and relaxing, the softer side of this contrasting palette.

Perhaps a bit of Whimsy? Here a cityscape - Traverse Copenhagen TV54 Jaipur 

Style and value strike a perfect balance in Fusion, one of Jaipur's popular collections of contemporary hand-tufted rugs.

And then there are always stripes! 

Make it even more interesting with this offset Chevron pattern. 

Once you have assembled all your black and white pieces, there's one last thing to do before you are done- add just a hint of a third color. Whether it is the drapes, a pillow, some art or glassware objects, that one little pop of color will bring the whole scheme together even more stylishly. 

Do you like the bold contrast of black and white? What room do you think this color combo works best in?