A black table lamp can be such a statement piece in both a light or dark interior. The right design can add contrast to a bedroom or living room setting and can add a finishing touch to your room.
Most of the modern black table lamps in the list below are available in a variety of colorways, yet the black version always tends to bring out the lighting in a soft and dim way compared to the other colors and the silhouette of the design tends to stand out so beautifully in a lighter color palette.
Brolly Portable Table Lamp by New Works
The Brolly table lamp designed by Knut Bendik Humlevik for New Works has a sleek appearance that is sure to stand out in a modern and contemporary interior design. The combination of the cone shape with its minimalist design, high-quality materials, and warm LED light make it a perfect addition to elevate the ambiance of your space.
Atollo table lamp designed by Vico Magistretti for Oluce
The iconic Atollo Table Lamp, designed by Vico Magistretti for Oluce in 1977, is a timeless masterpiece that combines a distinctive geometric shape with smooth lines. The statement piece casts a soft, diffuse light into a room, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The Atollo lamp is available in different colors and sizes and fits both classic and modern interiors.
Oyster table lamp by Ferm Living
The Oyster design by Ferm Living is one of the most unique black table lamps on this list. The design combines an organic shape made out of cast recycled aluminum with a modern design that reminds of an oyster shell, hence the name. This statement piece of lighting will surely add a sense of style and elegance to the bedroom or living room.
Ombre table lamp designed by Antoine Rouzeau for Northern
The Ombre table lamps designed by Antoine Rouzeau come in a matt black or beige version and are comprised of a compact base combined with an adjustable shade. The light source projects white light upwards from the base directly onto the leaf-like shade made out of powder-coated steel.
Gravity table Lamp design by Space Copenhagen for Gubi
The Gravity table lamp, designed by Space Copenhagen, is a stunning blend of minimalism and elegance. The elegant table lamps feature a marble base combined with a conical lampshade that together exudes a refined sophisticated that fits in both classic and modern interiors.
Flos IC table lamp by Michael Anastassiades
The Flos IC Table Lamp, designed by Michael Anastassiades, is a contemporary lighting masterpiece that casts a diffuse light into your interior. The distinct design features a perfectly balanced opal glass sphere on to op a slim metal stem, creating the illusion of a floating orb.
HAY PC black table lamp
The HAY PC Table Lamp (also available in a portable version) has a sleek and minimalistic design and an excellent combination of form and function. This powder-coated table lamp designed by Pierre Charpin has an elegant shape that hides the light source from plain view and creates a soft, directional downlight effect that defines the form of the lamp.
Panthella MINI black table lamp designed by Werner Panton for Louis Poulsen
The Panthella MINI black table lamp, designed by Werner Panton is one of the most classic and iconic black table lamps, and I’m happy to own this lamp in my home as well. The minimalistic, playful design features a smooth shade with a trumpet-shaped base that casts a warm and diffuse light in the room.
Journey designed by Signe Hytte for &Tradition
The Journey table lamp, designed by Signe Hytte for &Tradition, is a contemporary lighting piece that merges two classic geometric shapes: a sphere and a rectangle. The opal glass shade reminds of a moon and casts a soft, dimmable light into a bedroom or living room. The design is available as a table lamp or wall lamp version and comes in a variety of colors.
Multi-lite table lamp designed by Louis Weisdorf for Gubi
The Multi-lite table lamp, designed by Louis Weisdorf for Gubi, is a striking and versatile table lamp. Its unique design features multiple rotating shades that allow for customizable light direction and ambiance. The mid-century modern aesthetic of the design brings life and character to any space and the combination of the brass base with the black shades can elevate a modern interior.
Torso table lamp designed by Krøyer-Sætter-Lassen for Menu
The Torso table lamp (also available in a portable version), designed by Krøyer-Sætter-Lassen for Menu, is a modern and sculptural lighting piece that lends itself to any setting. The elongated base is cast from black-glazed stoneware, and its elongated form contributes to an understated, sculptural expression.
AJ black table lamp design by Arne Jacobsen for Louis Poulsen
The iconic AJ black table lamp, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen combines Danish design heritage with modern functionality. Its distinct modern silhouette combined with an asymmetrical shade and adjustable arm can provide a room with both direct or indirect light and adds timeless sophistication to an interior.
Flowerpot table lamp designed by Werner Panton for &Tradition
The Flowerpot table lamp (also available in a portable version), designed by Werner Panton for &Tradition is another classic icon among the black table lamps in this list. Its vintage rounded shade combined with a rounded base can add a playful yet stylish touch to your interior, which is why this table lamp is so loved among design enthusiasts.
Night owl table lamp designed by Nicholai Wiig-Hansen for Fritz Hansen
The Night Owl table lamps have a sleek and modern look with a minimalist appearance that features an oval shade and a steady base that is distinct in form and appearance. This black table lamp adds a contemporary and sophisticated touch to your space and at the same time provides the room with a warm and inviting light.
Snoopy table lamp designed by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos
Another classic among the black table lamps in this list, the Snoopy table lamp is a timeless and playful design piece that features a marble base and a curved black, green, or orange glass shade. The design of the lamp reminds you of the iconic cartoon character and adds a whimsy touch to your interior.
HAY Slant black table lamp designed by Branch
The HAY Slant Black Table Lamp, designed by the Japanese design agency Branch, is a contemporary and minimalist lighting fixture with a sleek design and a modern, geometric appearance. The black powder-coated aluminum body adds an elegant touch of modernity and style to your interior.
Kizu table lamp designed by Lars Tornøe for New Works
The Kizu Table Lamp (also available in a portable version), designed by Lars Tornøe for New Works, is a sculptural and elegant lighting piece. Its minimalist design features a slender marble base combined with a shade that seems to balance on top of the base. The illusion of gravity creates tension within the design and makes the material and function appear in perfect harmony.
w123 black table lamp designed by Nendo for Wästberg
The w123 Black Table Lamp, designed by Nendo for Wästberg, is a sleek and functional LED table lamp. Its minimalist design features a black aluminum body with a swiveling shade, allowing for customisable light direction. The lamp is a perfect fit for bedrooms or office spaces.
Filo table lamp by Ferm Living
The Filo Table Lamp is characterized by its distinctive graphic lines and classic silhouette. The black shade is paired up with a white satin finish on the inside, which reflects the light onto the table.
Pantop table lamp designed by Werner Panton for Verpan
The Pantop Table Lamp (also available in a portable version), designed by Werner Panton has a timeless elegance born out of the combination of the bell-shaped shade and the slender base. The Pantop lamp is available in a wide array of colors, yet I think the black version makes the silhouette appear stronger in the room.
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A wood panel room divider is a great way to create different functional areas in small homes or studio apartments. When the wood panels are spaced out from each other, the daylight can flow from one room into the other, while also giving the interior a modern look and feel.
A solid wood kitchen with white granite countertops
The solid wood kitchen cabinets in this living space match perfectly with the wood panel room divider and add such a warm touch to the interior. The layout of the kitchen consists of upper and lower cabinets combined with a kitchen island in the middle of the space that offers a spot to sit and at the same time visually separates the kitchen from the sofa area.
The minimal wood cabinets with integrated handles are complemented by granite countertops and a chrome faucet that adds a bit of a modern touch to the kitchen design.
Wood tones and a warm color palette in the sofa area
The wood tones of the kitchen cabinets and the warm herringbone flooring add a lot of warmth to the living kitchen, which has been accentuated by the choice of furniture and soft furnishings in the sofa area. The white sofa and chequered area rug combined with the light beige walls give the interior a light impression, which has been contrasted by the black Bertoia diamond lounge chair.
The wood tones of the kitchen come back in the bookshelf and the coffee table and the heaters are covered with a custom rattan element that matches the warm palette of the interior. To finish things off, the brown wall rug adds a lot of character to the space.
A wood panel room divider separating the bedroom from the living kitchen
While you can also achieve a similar result with a glass partition wall to separate functional areas, the bedroom in this beautiful apartment uses a custom-built solution made out of wood panels to visually distinguish the different spaces from each other. The wood panels are combined with a curtain behind it to provide extra privacy, but when you leave the curtains open, daylight can flow from one space into the other.
The bedroom itself has a subtle greige wall color combined with crisp bedding and eye-catching blue pendant lights on each side of the bed, which really stand out against the wall color and the subtle wood tones of the bedroom.
Custom storage wardrobes in the hallway
The same cabinet fronts as the ones used in the kitchen are also brought back into the hallway, where ceiling-high cupboards provide a lot of storage opportunities. The combination of the warm wood of the cabinets with the simple opal shade lamp and the statement mirror gives this small space a minimal and sophisticated look.
A bathroom with white marble tiles and wood accents
The small bathroom of this apartment has been covered in white marble tiles for a beautiful textural effect that has been finished off with modern chrome fittings and wood tones in the mirror frame and accessories.
By mixing modern and antique furniture pieces, you can achieve a home decor that’s one-of-a-kind, without your interior looking dated or something like your grandma’s house.
This combination can result in an interesting interior look that is clean and minimal on the one hand, while also full of character and personality because of the history and stories around the old treasures. This beautiful Swedish apartment makes the combination of vintage and modern pieces work astonishingly well with subtle beige walls with green undertones as a backdrop.
A living room with beige walls and different wood tones
When mixing modern and antique furniture it’s important to balance out ornate details and rich material colors in the vintage pieces with modern elements that have clean lines and are lighter in color.
The living room in this apartment combines beige walls with a green undertone with white curtains, a white fabric sofa (it’s the Ikea Soderhamn model with a Bemz custom cover*), and a large white area rug that covers a large portion of the warm hardwood flooring.
The beige and black accents on the gallery wall and the combination of throw pillows add a few contrasting elements, yet it’s the vintage and antique pieces that really stand out in this space.
The antique sideboard by the window is made of warm wood, combined with a green paint color on the inside, which pairs up nicely with the green undertones in the wall color and the green branches in the vase. The crystal chandelier adds a classic touch to the space, without being too overpowering.
A vintage desk by the wall next to the other window completes the mixture of modern and antiques in this living room perfectly, while also providing a nice home office spot. The warm wood of the desk is paired up with a dark wood chair and dark brown tones in the artwork.
The warm and inviting dining area in the adjacent kitchen doesn’t have any vintage pieces, but by using the same wall color and a mixture of materials in the same color palette, this section of the apartment goes nicely with the rest of the space.
A mix of modern and antique furniture in a subtle bedroom
The bedroom has been painted in the same beige wall color with green undertones, with white trim on top to give the space a bright look. The mixture of white and beige textiles on the bed is paired up with a white textile pendant lamp and white tones in the artwork and area rug for a lighter palette.
The antique wardrobe and bedside table add a few warm tones to this section of the room, yet in a subtle way. The vintage wardrobe has been painted white, while leaving the top in the original warm wood material, for a more toned-down effect.
The classic details on the antique dresser by the bed contrast nicely with the soft mixture of textiles in beige and white tones.
By the bedroom window, a vintage vanity is paired up with a vintage wall cabinet and a modern white Vitra Panton chair. The antique pieces have orange undertones, which match together nicely and this table is perfect for getting ready for a night out.
Subway tile is a great backsplash material as it can be cleaned easily. At the same time, it can give your kitchen the decorative touch it needs in combination with your choice of cabinet color and countertop material.
Subway tiles are available in different sizes and shades, with a matt or glossy finish and you can pick the color of the grout to either blend in or stand out. Since there are so many options for this backsplash material, I have compiled an extensive list of kitchen ideas for you below.
Light grey kitchen cabinets combined with white subway tile and stainless steel appliances
I love the way the stove is built inside a niche space in the wall so that the piping of the hood is enclosed below the ceiling. By matching the white countertops with white subway tiling on the backsplash, the different levels in the walls become less apparent and the overall look becomes more finished and sophisticated.
Blue kitchen cabinets and a white subway tile backsplash that goes all the way up to the ceiling
This beautiful kitchen with navy blue kitchen cabinets and a cool grey wall color has been finished off with a semi-gloss tile backsplash that goes all the way up to the crown molding on the ceiling.
The tiles set the dark blue color of the kitchen cabinets apart and I love the combination of the matt cabinet doors with the semi-gloss finish on the tiles.
White subway tiles in between the top and bottom cabinets
The light grey kitchen cabinets cover two entire walls from top to bottom in this kitchen for a rather heavy look that therefore provides the kitchen with a lot of storage space.
By using white countertops with a white backsplash made of glossy tiles, the design appears a lot lighter and the added texture adds a clean look and a point of interest.
A subway tile backsplash combined with sage green kitchen cabinets
This beautiful sage green shaker kitchen has a classic look that almost screams for a tile on the walls. By applying the backsplash up until the upper cabinets and also on the side walls of the kitchen, you get a finished effect similar to that of a bathroom wall and you can be sure not to have to worry about spills.
Photographed by Lisa Wikstrand, styled by Helen Sturesson for Kulladal
Make the white subway tile backsplash stand out against the wall and kitchen cabinet color
The dark grey kitchen cabinets in this turn-of-the-century space are finished off with white tiling that goes all the way up to the ceiling, finished off with dark grey grout. The tiles are a bit taller than the other examples in the list, giving the pattern a cleaner look, which is especially good when you want to cover such a large wall with tile.
The white backsplash tiling is finished off white a grey trim on the ceiling and the side, which nicely frames the pattern.
A white subway tile backsplash in a high-contrast kitchen
The white backsplash stands out in this high-contrast kitchen with black countertops and dark grey walls. The glossy finish on the tiles adds an elegant quality to the otherwise pretty basic Ikea kitchen and the black open shelving fits perfectly above the tile section.
White subway tile combined with natural stone countertops and green cabinets
The flat tiles used on the tall backsplash in this green kitchen work wonderfully in combination with the natural stone on the countertops, the dark green kitchen cabinets, and the chrome hardware. The tiling makes the angled wall more apparent and the light grout makes for a subtle pattern and texture.
A white subway tile backsplash with dark grout and white marble countertops
This characterful kitchen combines beige cabinet fronts with a marble countertop that is continued on the backsplash as well. The wall behind the kitchen has been completely covered in tile with a dark grout which serves as the perfect backdrop for the painting, the white shelf, and the wall lamps.
A narrow strip of white subway tile in between the dark blue cabinets
The dark blue cabinets on the top and bottom are connected by the tiling of the wall. The upper cabinets are continued in an open shelf going towards the window, which nicely trims off the wall of tiles and make the look complete.
A barely-there white subway tile backsplash in a minimal white kitchen
The white cabinets on the top and bottom of the kitchen have a very subtle effect in the room, which is complemented with very subtle matt white tiling on the backsplash and white countertops.
The backsplash between the upper and lower cabinets is continued on the wall behind the open shelf on the right side for an elegant finish.
White subway tile up to the ceiling and a statement stainless steel hood
The light grey shaker cabinets that go all the way up to the ceiling combined with the impressive stainless steel hood in this kitchen give a very impressive, slightly industrial touch to the room.
By finishing the wall off with a subway tile backsplash, the industrial appearance becomes even stronger.
A subway tile backsplash in between black and white cabinets
The white subway tile backsplash in this kitchen connects the black kitchen cabinets on the bottom with the white cabinets on the top. The wall above the backsplash has been painted in a light yet warm grey wall color, which makes the beautiful tiling stand out even more.
A full wall of subway tile combined with open shelving
This small kitchen looks impressive because of the tall subway tile wall covering the wall on top of the kitchen cabinets. By applying open shelving on the tiled wall, this compact kitchen is finished off nicely and at the same time, these shelves offer additional storage space.
Subway tile as a backsplash and on the walls of this irregular layout
The slightly awkward layout of this kitchen results in the stove and hood being placed on a tiny wall surface next to the door. Since the white subway tile backsplash is applied on all the wall surfaces, the two kitchen areas are visually connected and the look becomes more streamlined.
A full wall covered with a tall subway tile backsplash combined with wood shelves and stainless steel appliances
The light grey kitchen cabinets are placed along a rather long wall in the kitchen, with wood shelving instead of upper cabinets on the top section of the layout. The white subway tile backsplash with a semi-gloss finish marks this section and separates it visually from the dining area and by continuing the tiles up to the ceiling and onto the side the effect is even more powerful.
The subway tile backsplash and white kitchen cabinets contrast with the black appliances and the grey walls
The simple white cabinets combined with the high-contrast black appliances are finished off with a brass faucet and a textured subway tile wall that contrasts nicely with the darker grey wall color on the walls.
Grey trim on top to make the subway tile backsplash stand out
The white cabinets, grey cement countertops, and stainless steel appliances give this kitchen an elegant industrial touch which is enhanced even more by the subway tile backsplash that goes almost up to the ceiling.
This look finished off with black pendant lights and black open shelving and a delicate warm grey wall color adds an elegant touch. Note that the tiles are not continued up to the crown molding, yet a small grey trim was applied to accentuate the tile wall.
A backsplash out of subway tile combined with light grey kitchen cabinets and brass hardware
The elegant light grey kitchen cabinets combined with the brass hardware and the white marble countertops work well in this space. The ceiling is lowered on top of the kitchen island to work in cables and the height of the upper cabinets and the white subway tile backsplash match the height of the added ceiling.
Wood countertops and a tall tile backsplash in a white kitchen
This minimal kitchen combines white cabinets with white tiling and white walls, complemented by a wood countertop that matches both the hardwood floor and the dining table.
The top of the subway tile backsplash is used for a cable pipe for the beautiful pendant lights above the counter and it looks like a subtle trim.
A white backsplash combined with floating wood shelves and stainless steel appliances
The piping of the stainless steel hood in this compact kitchen with white cabinets is concealed right below the ceiling. By continuing the white subway tile up to this point, this element is less apparent.
An impressive kitchen with grey cabinets and an industrial touch
The white tile with black grout gives this classic grey shaker kitchen an elegant industrial touch which works wonderfully together with the light grey walls, white crown molding, and the impressive chandelier on the ceiling.
Glossy tiles and brass accents in an elegant grey kitchen
This all-grey kitchen combines light grey walls, with darker grey trim, mid-grey floorboards and door frames, and light grey kitchen cabinets. All this grey has been complemented with glossy tiles on the backsplash and a gold spotlight.
A minimal kitchen where the tile feature wall stands out
This minimal kitchen with light grey cabinets gets a lot of natural light. Since this kitchen is so minimal, the white tiles with the black grout on such a large surface area steal the show and define the look of the entire kitchen.
A white kitchen with white countertops finished off with a white backsplash
This elegant kitchen with white cabinets on the top and bottom is finished off with subtle white glossy tiles with white grout for an all-white effect that is contrasted with the black exhaust and the brass hardware and faucet.
This beautiful white shaker kitchen is planned along two walls with a kitchen island in the middle. The wall by the window has been covered with both upper and lower cabinets, met with a white subway tile backsplash in the middle. By continuing the backsplash at the same height on the other wall, the kitchen design looks balanced.
An off-white shaker kitchen combined with a crisp white tile backsplash
The off-white cabinets and off-white walls add a lot of warmth to this kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a stainless steel countertop. By adding crisp white subway tile on the wall, the beautiful color of the cabinets is offset and gets even more attention.
The cabinets are finished off with brass hardware, and the subway tile wall is finished off with a brass rail to add the final touch.
A natural stone countertop finished off with white tile
The natural stone countertop is what stands out the most in this kitchen with light grey shaker cabinets. By adding a small trim of natural stone below the metro tile backsplash, the stone gets even more attention and I like the way both materials combine with the subtle color of the cabinets.
A functional white subway tile backsplash to hide the piping of the kitchen
The white subway tile backsplash is continued on the window sill in this kitchen for a finished look, yet it also hides the piping on the wall behind it. By still leaving an area below the ceiling rough and exposed, the kitchen gets an elegant industrial touch.
A small kitchen wall with subway tile in a grey kitchen with a kitchen island
The dark grey kitchen has been spread over three main sections in this living space to work around the doorways. Only the main section of the kitchen has been covered with tiles, protecting the wall where the hood and sink are.
A kitchen corner finished off with subway tile with a trim
This small kitchen module has been fitted around a corner, which is slightly awkward, yet by finishing it off with subway tile and a beige paint color, the design is tied together nicely.
A sage green shaker kitchen with an industrial touch and black accents
This beautiful sage green shaker kitchen with a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, and black accent wall lamps has only one upper cabinet and very high ceilings. By using a white subway tile backsplash with black grout, the lower modules are visually heightened and the backsplash nicely fills the large wall area.
A farmhouse sink and wood countertops with an elegant white subway tile backsplash
The matt black kitchen cabinets, black dining table, black Gubi Semi pendant, and black radiator contrast so nicely with the white subway tile backsplash with black grout and the white walls in this kitchen.
The contrast is continued on the white farmhouse sink with the black faucet and the wood countertop and the beige in the artwork adds a bit of warmth to the color palette.
Stainless steel countertops with light grey cabinets and an impressive tile backsplash
This subtle grey kitchen design has been giving an industrial touch because of the large stainless steel hood above the stove. This industrial look is enhanced by the subtle white subway tile that goes all the way up to the lowered ceiling.
A full subway tile wall with dark grey kitchen cabinets and stainless steel appliances
The matt black kitchen with white and stainless steel countertops is built into a corner and finished off with an impressive wall of subway tile with black grout to match the cabinets. The vintage wood shelving adds a bit of a rustic feel to the space.
A white subway tile backsplash going over into an exposed brick wall
I love the way the glossy white tiles on the backsplash in this kitchen meet the white-painted exposed brick wall above it. The play between the texture, pattern, and shapes of these makes for a very interesting look that has been finished off with stainless steel appliances and steel in the shelves, rails, and faucet.
This elegant, angled white shaker kitchen has been finished off with a crisp white subway tile backsplash material and a spot of green in the lamp above the sink for a bright, airy, and elegant look.
A subway tile feature wall with rails to hang pans
The white tiles with black grout have been used as a backsplash in between the white cabinets of the kitchen, yet they are also brought back on the wall by the dining table where the pans are hanging on rails. The blue walls offset these subway tile surfaces nicely and elevate the look.
Grey walls combined with white subway tile and sage green kitchen cabinets
The white subway tile backsplash with black grout is continued as high as the high cupboard holding the fridge in this sage green kitchen. The grey walls accentuate the white crown molding on the ceiling and the white subway tile in an elegant way.
White subway tile and black cabinets for an industrial touch
The industrial vibe in this kitchen brought on by the farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, and exposed piping is enhanced by the subway tile backsplash going all the way up to the ceiling. The white open shelving in front of the tiles is modest and puts all the attention on the tiles.
Small subway tile in an elegant white shaker kitchen
The simple white cabinets combined with the elegant white subway tile backsplash and the white marble countertops make the beautiful stainless steel stove the real focal point in this kitchen.
Grey cabinets combined with subway tile and stainless steel appliances
The white backsplash with dark grey grout enhances this simple grey kitchen and the U-shape is highlighted by the beautiful marble countertops. The gold faucet and the black wall lamps finish the look off perfectly and the light grey wall color above the tiles works perfectly with the color of the cabinets.
Cement countertops and subway tile finished off with wood and brass elements
I love the elegant, yet industrial vibe going on in this kitchen brought on by the combination of the cement countertops, white shaker cabinets, gold faucet, and the white subway tile backsplash. These elements work wonderfully together and are finished off with wood shelving and a brass and glass chandelier.
A farmhouse sink in a black kitchen with a full subway tile wall
The high contrast between the glossy white tiles, the farmhouse sink, and the deep black kitchen cabinets in this kitchen works wonderfully with the rich warm wood of the hardwood floor that also comes back on the inside of the tall glass cupboard.
A white subway tile backsplash with black grout covering two walls
I love the play between the white subway tile backsplash with black grout and the black and white kitchen floor tiles. The combination of these two patterns adds a beautiful decorative touch to the otherwise modest grey kitchen.
Eye-catching black grout and pale sage green kitchen cabinets
The white tiles with black grout are a real eye-catcher in this pale sage green shaker kitchen, which can be seen from the other room. The texture of the tiles works beautifully with the shaker design of the cabinets and the elegant hardwood flooring.
A tall subway tile white backsplash with a black hood
The light grey shaker cabinets and white marble countertops in this kitchen are finished off by a beautiful white backsplash with white tiles combined with white grout which form the perfect backdrop for the contrasting black hood.
A grey shaker kitchen with subway tile and a natural stone countertop
The upper cabinets in this kitchen are placed higher on top of the stove to integrate the hood, yet because the subway tile backsplash is continued also on this higher backsplash section, it looks natural.
Subway tile in combination with a statement wallpaper
I love the white backsplash made of subway tile that meets the wall with the elaborate flower wallpaper. It’s a combination that gives this kitchen a farmhouse look which works wonderfully with the shaker design of the kitchen itself.
This beautiful turn-of-the-century Swedish apartment (for sale via Skandia Maklarna) is flooded with daylight coming through those tall windows. The light wood floor and the ornate moldings on the ceiling, door frames, and windows stay true to the history of the building, while the light grey wall color adds an elegant touch to the space.
To match the color of the walls, the shaker cabinets in the kitchen have been picked out in the same light grey color for a modest look that is minimal yet elegant at the same time.
Light wood tones in the dining area in front of the windows
The spacious living space contains both a dining and a lounge area. The spot between the two large windows has been reserved for a large dining table combined with light oak CH24 wishbone chairs that match perfectly with the color of the hardwood floor.
The arched mirror on the wall in between the two windows works wonderfully in this spot and the black table legs, black metal chandelier, and black accessories stand out in this white and natural color palette.
A living room with a statement dusty pink fluffy area rug
Right next to the dining area, you can find a lounge space with tints of beige on the sofa and in the soft furnishings. What sets the design of this living area apart is the pink fluffy area rug that also comes back in the nude pink throw pillows on the sofa.
The warm wood tones in the armchair and the combination of brown and beige tones in the artwork on the wall finish this section off nicely and give it a bit more depth.
Light grey cabinets in a kitchen with an angled floorplan
The kitchen has light grey cabinets that match the wall color for an elegant and minimal tone-on-tone effect. The floor plan of the kitchen is quite a challenging one, yet by placing lower cabinets on either side of the space and following the angled wall towards the window, the designer came up with a balanced layout that looks light since there are no upper cabinets on the wall.
The light grey kitchen cabinets have a subtle shaker design, which gives them a classy touch, while still maintaining a minimal look. The stainless steel hardware and faucet and the black details add contrast to the subtle grey kitchen cabinets and the white marble countertops finish this elegant look off nicely.
A breakfast bar has been built in next to the sink and a small dining table has been added right next to the kitchen window. The round black table adds some more contrast to the light grey kitchen cabinets, while the light wood Thonet bentwood chairs complement the classy touch of the shaker cabinets.
Light grey walls and a bedroom wardrobe in the same color
The neutral color scheme has been continued in the bedroom, where the same light grey paint color is used both on the walls and on the custom-built wardrobe, which uses the same shaker cabinets as the ones in the kitchen.
The wall-to-wall white curtains combined with white bedding add a lot of texture to the space, while the black rattan bedside tables stand out against the grey and white walls. The black details in the artwork add some character and the subtle gold hardware on the shaker cabinets of the wardrobe finish this elegant bedroom look off nicely. The double interior doors frame the bedroom style in a perfect way.
A beige tile floor and wall in the bathroom
The minimal yet elegant look has been continued in the bathroom, where beige tiles cover both the walls and floor for a smooth look. The clean lines of the freestanding tub and the chrome fittings give the space a modern look and the natural oak cabinetry adds more warmth to the interior design of the space. The horizontal shower niche extends over towards the bathroom for extra depth added to the bathroom design.
The guest bathroom is finished with a beautiful hexagon floor tile in white marble for an interesting texture in this small space with white walls.
This beautiful Swedish apartment has a very functional open-concept floor plan which combines a kitchen, hallway, dining room, and living room all into one space. The oak kitchen cabinets stand out against the white walls in the interior, which makes the cabinetry the main focal point of the space.
A hallway, kitchen, and living room combined
The living space has 4 main functionalities: a hallway next to the dining area, a kitchen, and a living area. You can see that an additional wall was constructed next to the sofa area to make space for an extra bedroom.
Even though this living space combines many living areas, the functionalities have been visually separated from each other in an excellent way to create different living zones.
Oak kitchen cabinets combined with white stone countertops and a kitchen island
The beautiful dark oak kitchen cabinets stand out against the white walls of this living space and the wood veins add a contrasting warm texture to the interior design that looks elegant and sophisticated.
The kitchen design contains tall oak cabinets that have all been placed on the wall opposing the living room window. The other side of the kitchen contains lower cabinets only for a lighter look that is finished off with an elegant white shelf.
The waterfall kitchen island visually separates the kitchen from the dining area, yet it also provides a place for two bar stools so you can use it as a breakfast bar.
The white stone countertops and the waterfall countertop on the kitchen island lighten the color palette of the oak cabinets, while the stainless steel faucet adds an elegant touch to the setting.
Light gray wall cabinets and a half wall make a hallway section
Since the apartment door opens right into the main living space without an extra hallway, the owners of this apartment had to get creative. A half wall was added between the dining area and the front door to create a separation between the two areas.
Floor-to-ceiling wardrobe modules in a light grey color were added by the wall for hallway storage and an open hallway storage module was placed right next to the door. By picking out the cabinet doors in a different material from the oak cabinets in the kitchen, the two modules are visually distinct from each other.
An open-concept dining area and living space
The dining and living area has been decorated with light tones and finished off with different wood tones for a natural look.
The wall by the dining table has been finished off with a gallery wall and a small round mirror, which gives it character and elegance.
In the living room, you can find a white base palette that has been finished off with black accents on the armchair, wall lamp, and coffee table.
Warm grey walls and a wall-to-wall wardrobe in the bedroom
The same wardrobe modules as in the hallway can be found in the bedroom as well for an integrated effect. One of the bedroom walls has been completely covered in wardrobe cabinets which provide a lot of storage space.
The bedroom walls have been painted in the same color as the cabinets for a tone-on-tone effect. The beige textiles on the bed combined with the beige curtains add a warm tone to the palette and the gold hardware on the cabinets combined with the gold in the wall lamp adds a luxurious touch.
Dark grey walls can have a moody effect in a room, yet when you combine them with an exciting mix of materials and a neutral color palette they can also be an instant boost in character and personality in an interior design. A darker color usually fits best in interiors that get a lot of natural light coming in, but when you are looking to add an extra moody vibe to a room, this isn’t a must.
If you are thinking about picking out a grey paint color for your living room that is a few shades darker, make sure to take a look at the beautiful and inspiring examples below. For those of you who need some inspiration on which paint samples to try out, I have included a list of paint colors at the bottom of this post.
Dark grey walls and a light grey trim on the ceiling
This beautiful turn-of-the-century living room pairs up charcoal grey walls with a darker grey paint color on the windows and a lighter grey right below the ceiling. This combination of grey paint shades accentuates the historic window frames and adds personality. By painting the top of the wall in a light grey, it accentuates the height of the ceilings.
The grey fabric sofa combined with the white area rug and the white teddy lounge chair contrasts nicely with the dark walls, while the wood tones in the herringbone flooring and the elegant round coffee table add a lot of warmth to the palette.
Dark grey walls in a small one-bedroom apartment with white floors
While the general interior advice will tell you to pick out a lighter wall color for small spaces, a darker color can add such character and personality, which can be very beneficial when you don’t have the floor space to work in your favor.
The living room in this small apartment has dark grey walls, which are contrasted by the white-painted hardwood flooring and the white ceiling. The cream velvet sofa and the white coffee table add more lightness to the palette, while the brown leather armchair, rug, and pillow add a lot of warmth.
Grey walls combined with warm orange tones in a room filled with natural light
The warm grey walls in this turn-of-the-century living room bring out the white ceilings, crown molding, and window frames in a nice way. The base palette of the soft furnishings has been picked out in a light palette as well while tints of brown and orange add warm accents against the grey walls.
The black Flos 265 wall lamp works well against the soft grey wall color and I love the way the fresh green leaves of the small tree in front of the window pop out as the only green tone in the interior design.
Grey walls with warm undertones contrasted by black accents in the furniture
The warm undertones in this stone grey wall color pair up nicely with beige tones in the curtains, textiles, and artwork in this spacious living and dining room. The grey fluffy area rug adds a lot of texture to the setting, while the black accent pieces in the furniture add a lot of contrast and character to the space.
Grey walls with warm undertones and a warm hardwood floor
The warm tones of the beautiful herringbone hardwood flooring in this living room are paired up with a grey wall color with warm undertones and a combination of black and white furniture pieces and soft furnishings.
The white curtains, area rug, sofa, and lounge chair make the color palette of the room a lot lighter, while the black accent pieces like the shelf, side table, and picture frames add a lot of contrast to the setting.
An impressive white ceiling contrasted by dark grey walls and white floors
The impressive historic features in this living room stand out so nicely against the grey room color. The grey walls are sandwiched between the ornate white ceiling and the white-painted hardwood flooring, which puts a lot of attention on the beautiful fireplace in the corner.
The grey sofa combined with the beige area rug and the black coffee table works well in this palette and the Wästberg Alma wall lamp is a real focal point against the living room walls.
A dark grey feature wall combined with full-width white curtains
The dark charcoal feature wall has such an impressive and dramatic effect in this living room. The deep grey, black sofa and the black coffee table contrast so nicely against the white walls and the white curtains, while the artwork on the wall breaks this big surface of grey.
Dark grey walls combined with dark curtains and a white sofa
The natural light coming through those windows is dimmed out by the sheer dark grey curtains, which adds a moody effect to this living room that is strengthened by the dark grey wall color.
The grey area adds another grey element to this interior design, which is then lightened up by the big white fabric sofa, the white paper lamp, and the white in the artwork and throw pillows.
This grey wall color is a few shades lighter as in the other examples in the list, yet this light tone does a perfect job as a darker backdrop for the white palette in the sofa area and the wood and black palette in the dining room area of the interior.
The neutral walls work so well in combination with the white fabrics in the sofa area and I love the way they are paired up with the gallery wall with monochrome prints and the spider-like formation of simple light fittings on the ceiling.
Dark grey walls that make the white crown molding pop
The charcoal grey walls in this light-flooded living room have slightly cool undertones that pair up so nicely with the warm wood tones in the hardwood flooring and the beige textiles on the white sofa have a calming effect in the room.
The dark grey walls make the white trim on the ceiling pop out wonderfully and I love the way the walnut String pocket shelf pairs up with this wall color. The white sofa is matched with a white coffee table, light grey area rug, and a white pouf which is a great way to balance out the darkness of the wall color.
Dark grey walls as the perfect backdrop for a white sofa
By painting the walls up to the ceiling, without a trim, you create a very modern look with clean lines. The grey walls are lightened by the white sofa and light oak hardwood flooring and I love the dark blue, black, and brown accents in the artwork and the textiles that add both warm and cool accents to the mix along with the other neutrals in the palette.
Grey walls paired with an elegant interior design and warm beige curtains
The impressively high ceilings in this beautiful living room are accentuated by the grey wall color. The beige curtains warm up the daylight coming into those tall, rounded windows and the black accent colors add depth and drama to the setting.
A dream home with historic features and dark grey living room walls
This beautiful living room with high ceilings and amazing historic elements features a dark paint color on the walls, floorboards, and the built-in bookshelf for an elegant yet dramatic effect in the space.
The accent color of the blue velvet sofa brings out subtle blue undertones in the wall paint and the different shades of pink, red, blue, yellow, and green in the living room gallery wall add visual interest to the setting.
Use Dark Grey Paint with Warm Undertones for a Cozy and Inviting Look
The warm grey wall color used in this gorgeous turn-of-the-century living room with curved walls and intricate molding underneath the ceiling has a powerful effect on the space. The dark paint color makes the historic features stand out and makes the white sofa and area rug pop.
The colorful art print above the sofa resonates well with the wall color and the warm wood TV cabinet finishes the look off perfectly.
In this gorgeous historic living room, the same shade of dark grey paint is used on the walls as well as on the wainscoting that spreads over the entire height of the wall. The white ceiling with intricate crown molding adds a beautiful visual interest to the space and to keep things light, a white sofa, armchairs, and rug finish off the look.
Paint the Window Frames and Shelving the Same Color as the Walls
By painting the window frames and shelving in this beautiful living room in the same dark grey color as the walls, a cohesive effect is established in the space. The white sofa, white area rug, and the natural accessories seem to pop out against this dark background.
I’m often drawn to minimalist apartment ideas, yet sometimes they can lack coziness and can often be too clean and minimal to the point of almost looking clinical. This beautiful living space shows minimalist living can have character and personality and it’s an excellent showcase of a cozy and inviting, yet minimalist vibe in an interior.
A minimalist living room with white textiles and a dark wood coffee table
The living space in this beautiful apartment contains the kitchen, dining area, and lounge area by the window. These three functionalities are all combined on a relatively small floor plan, yet by leaving enough white space around the furniture pieces, you still get the impression of a clean and open space, which is a great way of decorating a smaller apartment.
The minimal white sofa is combined with a white area rug and white lounge chair which makes for the perfect white canvas along with the white walls in this minimalist home. To add some contrast, the dark wood coffee table and the stools work perfectly in this setting.
While one of the walls has the TV, you can see that all cables have been built into the wall for a clean look. On the other side a large abstract artwork in grey tones finishes off the setting nicely.
A small dining area based upon essential items
While the dark herringbone floors have been covered almost entirely in the living room to create a lighter palette, in the dining area they are kept exposed for a darker setting.
The dark wood dining table and chairs match this palette perfectly and the small table is the perfect choice for this floor plan.
Clean lines in a white kitchen with calacatta viola marble countertops
The minimal white kitchen is built into a niche area on the other side of the window with cabinets on both sides. The clean lines of the kitchen cabinets are enhanced with beautiful calacatta viola marble on the countertops and the side of the kitchen for an eye-catching effect.
The viola marble has also been used to make custom floating shelves located in the negative space on the right side of the kitchen, perfect for displaying small deco items to make to kitchen feel cozy.
The black faucet adds a bit of contrast matching the natural veins in the marble and the off-white walls make the white cabinets and the white trim on the ceiling stand out nicely. The kitchen design matches the neutral tones in the minimalist living room, yet its high-end materials enhance the look of the apartment.
A stripped-down bedroom design with built-in storage space
The cozy minimal bedroom is the most stripped-down of all the rooms in this minimalist apartment with just a few items decorating this simple space. The bed frame and beige fabric headboard are the basis for this clean space and the design is enhanced by the beautiful black metal wall sconces, the black hardware on the built-in wardrobe, and the wood tones at the foot of the bed.
Just like in the living kitchen of this minimalist apartment, a large yet modest artwork decorates the walls of the bedroom. It’s the carefully selected items in different materials and neutral colors that set the design apart and make this apartment elegant and inviting.
A small bathroom covered in white marble
A minimal bathroom decor was the only thing missing on the minimalist apartment checklist and even though the designers had only a small space to work with, the design works perfectly.
The marble tiles in the shower combined with the marble sink and the marble on the toilet work to lift the design and the large and tall mirror helps to create depth and visually makes the space look bigger.
The marble slab on top of the toilet also functions as storage with open shelving behind it to store bathroom essentials. This is a creative solution to save space, no matter how much space you have available.
When combining different functionalities in one room, a glass wall partition is a perfect way to separate the functional areas from each other, while still ensuring natural light to flow throughout the space.
While glass partition walls are often used in small studio homes to create the impression of different rooms, they can also be used to divide a room into smaller areas which each serve a different functionality, just like in this beautiful bedroom.
A contrasting black glass and metal partition wall by the bed
This beautiful bedroom has been divided into two main functional areas. The side of the bedroom by the window contains the bed and a big wardrobe, and the glass wall transforms the floor plan into a visually smaller bedroom. On the other side of the glass partition, however, you can find a home office, which is nicely separated from the rest of the room.
The light-soaped oak wood flooring combined with the sheer white curtains by the window and the white and pink bedding make for a light base palette, which has been contrasted nicely by the eye-catching black metal frame of the glass wall.
The bedroom walls have been painted in a subtle light gray color with a warm undertone, which gives the room a warm base palette that is accentuated by the peachy tones in the duvet cover and the warm area rug behind the bed.
Behind the glass: a pink home office
The other side of the glass wall partition is turned into a home office area with a spacious desk and at the same time, it functions as additional storage for the bedroom. The walls of the home office section have been painted pink, which along with the use of the glass wall, really sets this section apart and visually separates it from the other side of the room.
The bold paint color on the wall is toned down by a neutral color palette in the desk and wooden chair and the accessories and table lamp have all been picked out in a neutral color palette as well.
The mirror by the door reflects the other side of the room, yet it also reflects some of the daylight coming through the windows on the other side. Even though the glass partition ensures daylight can flow freely, this is a nice touch to make sure enough light reaches this home office spot that is placed behind the big wardrobe module.
Greige paint colors are a perfect choice for a calm and tranquil look in the bedroom. Greige, a.k.a gray-beige is a very warm gray that can be perceived as beige depending on the warmth of the natural light coming into a room.
Greige is a neutral wall color that is neither too warm nor too cold, which makes it easy to combine with other colors in your bedroom decor. It’s a great wall color choice for a neutral look that has a little something more than just off-white walls and greige paint colors have been increasingly popular over the past few years exactly for this reason.
Have a look at the inspiring greige bedrooms in the list below and find ideas on how to combine this trendy wall color with the right accessories and soft furnishings. At the bottom of this article, you can find the best greige paint colors to try out a swatch from on your walls.
A greige wall color, white trim, and black accent wall lamp
The bedroom in this beautiful turn-of-the-century apartment in Sweden has a beautiful shade of greige on the walls, which makes the white trim, frames around the windows and the light hardwood flooring stand out in a nice way.
The wardrobe is hidden behind a beige linen curtain, which is slightly warmer than the wall color and both the rice paper pendant light and the black metal wall lamp stand out nicely against this beautiful wall color. As a finishing touch, the warm wood of the bentwood chairs and the bench behind the bed bring out the warm undertones in the paint color.
Both the walls and the wardrobe have been painted in a warm tone of greige in this bedroom. The white floorboards and white ceilings really stand out against this wall color and since the wardrobe doesn’t continue all the way up to the ceiling, the room looks more spacious.
The greige paint color is lightened up by the white wall lamps, white chequered bedding, wall art, and the white Eos feather lamp by Umage. The pale oak bedside tables are attached to the wall for an integrated look and they bring out the warm undertones in the wall color.
A deep greige paint color combined with white floors and ceilings
A darker shade of greige adds so much character to this bedroom with white hardwood flooring. The window frame and heating element have been kept white, along with the ceiling, two elements that really stand out in this room.
The door towards the walk-in closet as well as the custom-built wardrobe have been painted in the same color as the wall for a tone-on-tone effect and the burgundy bedsheets really bring out the warm undertones in the paint color.
A light greige paint color accentuates the natural light in this bedroom
The warm natural light coming into this bedroom is enhanced by the greige paint color with gray undertones on the walls. The white trim and white floorboards really stand out against this wall color and the mixture of beige and gray in the textiles on the bed work well in combination with the color on the walls.
A warm gray paint color combined with a dark gray wardrobe and orange accents
The greige color in this bedroom goes more toward warm gray and has been paired up with a dark gray custom-built wardrobe with chrome hardware for a cooler effect that has been contrasted by the dark wood trim on the artwork and the orange throw pillows on the bed.
A subtle greige paint color gives this bedroom an elegant touch
The light greige color on these bedroom walls is light and elegant and paired up with a light color palette in the textiles and light fixtures for a monotone effect that matches the small size of this space perfectly.
The stripes on the throw blanket stand out against the minimal textures in the rest of the bedroom elements and the white trim on the ceiling really stands out against the beautiful greige shade on the walls.
A warm greige paint color combined with beige accents
The red undertones in this beautiful shade of greige on the walls are brought out even more by the beige striped bedding, the beige artwork, the beige Arum floor lamp, and the rust-colored rice paper lampshade on the ceiling.
The greige paint color works wonderfully to make the turn-of-the-century details of this bedroom stand out and it highlights the beautiful molding on the ceiling.
Greige walls with yellow undertones combined with a mustard velvet headboard
The deeper shade of greige on the walls in this bedroom results in a moody effect that is enhanced by the deep color palette in the artwork, the honey-colored velvet headboard, and the black wood bench behind the bed.
The general moody vibe in this room has been lightened by the sheer white linen curtains in front of the windows, the white bedding, and the light area rug underneath the bed.
This bedroom has such a simple, effortless, and elegant look. The greige wall color has yellow undertones and makes the white hardwood flooring and white trim stand out in a nice way. The white also comes back in the sheer curtains, the bedding, wall lamps, and the bedside tables.
While the whites light up the palette in a nice way, the subtle beige throw blanket and the pale oak J39 chair in the corner add a bit of warmth to the palette.
A warm greige paint shade complemented by warm wood tones in the vintage desk
The warm shade of greige in this bedroom has red undertones, which are brought out even better by the vintage desk made out of warm wood in the corner. The white textiles on the bed and in front of the window lighten the palette and make the greige wall color stand out even more.
A greige paint color with red undertones for a warm effect
The gray undertones in this greige wall color work so nicely in this small bedroom. The white wardrobe, curtains, and bedding lighten up the palette, while the black side tables and the black tones in the artwork add a bit of contrast to the look.
A greige wall to bring out the crown molding on the ceiling
When you have such beautiful crown molding in your bedroom, you better highlight it and an easy way to do this is to select a wall color that is darker than the color of the trim just like in the case of this beautiful turn-of-the-century bedroom.
The interior of the bedroom is kept simple, with a fabric headboard, fabric pendant light, and a large area rug underneath the bed to add lots of texture to the space.
A barely there greige paint color for a subtle and elegant effect
This bedroom has been painted in a light gray wall color with a subtle beige undertone, which gives the interior a subtle yet elegant look in combination with the pale hardwood flooring.
The warmer wood tones in the bedside tables and the frame of the art print combined with the warm beige throw blanket add some extra warm tones to the mix, while the plant in the window adds a fresh green touch.
The red undertones in this greige paint color add a warm glow to the bedroom that is matched by the beige fabric pendant light and artwork on the wall.
The sage green bedsheets combined with the green plant on the nightstand add a fresh touch to the color palette, while the black accents on the bedside tables and small accessories add a bit of contrast to the look.
A subtle greige paint color highlights the historic features in this bedroom
The soft greige paint colors in this living room and bedroom accentuate the ornate historic detailing on the door frames and the crown molding.
The wall color pairs up nicely with the soap-washed hardwood flooring and the mixture of textiles on the bed adds a romantic touch to the interior which is enhanced by the fabric pendant dangling from those high ceilings.
A greige wall color makes the white artwork stand out
The greige wall color in this bedroom has been paired up with beiges in the fabrics and soft furnishings in this bedroom for a calming and sophisticated vibe. The white art piece by Anette Hallbäck really stands out against this wall color, while the black table lamp adds a bit of contrast.
A neutral greige wall color combined with a blue accent art piece
The greige shade in this bedroom goes more towards a light gray, yet it still has very warm undertones that are contrasted beautifully with the blue tones in the artwork next to the bed.
The gray and white textiles on the bed combined with the dark gray area rug complement the look very nicely, while a narrow white trim on the ceiling brings out the wall color even better.
The warm greige walls in this bedroom bring out the white crown moldings on the ceiling and the curtains match the wall color for a tone-on-tone look.
The warm undertones in the paint color are accentuated by the gold wall lamps and the warm tones in the artwork, while the orange blanket on the bed adds a beautiful pop of color to the mix.
Some of the best greige paint colors to try out paint samples from
Below you can find a selection of my favorite greige paint colors. They include warmer and cooler shades and lighter or darker variants.
Since greige is quite a tricky color to get right and the undertones that show will highly depend on the kind of daylight a room gets, I always recommend trying out paint swatches first and leaving them for a while so you can take a look at the paint color at different times during the day.
