Dare to Do Dark
June 24, 2010
It’s the beginning of summer, and I feel the need to make everything around me light and bright, but I’m finding myself increasingly drawn to the drama of dark painted walls. When it comes to painting a room an intensely dark color like chocolate or charcoal, I confess I haven’t taken the plunge because I fear the dreaded cave effect that may occur. Oh, I’ve tried samples on the wall, but in the end I opt for the lighter hue.
I especially love high contrast in design, juxtaposing the crisp white against the dramatic dark. An intensely deep hue, balanced with plenty of light, conveys sophistication and elegance – two feelings I absolutely adore in a space. Here are some intense walls that I’m drawn to these days. Fancy that, in the middle of June.
Burnham Design
Lonny Magazine
Donna Griffith photographer
via Decorpad
via Decorpad
via Decorpad
Metropolitan Home
Better Homes & Gardens
via Decorpad
What about you? What are your thoughts on dark painted walls ? Does it feel like doom and gloom to you ? Too bold for your taste ? Or have you taken the plunge and pulled off the high drama? Do share your ‘darkest’ thoughts !
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