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The bathroom is usually a small environment, so the choice of every detail is strategic and fundamental. One detail more or less can change the whole perspective, such as amplitude and the appearance of the place. Therefore, in this case, the colors need to be chosen carefully, since they can influence your bathroom in a positive or negative way.
Does a black and white bathroom proposal seem complicated enough for your decoration? If the answer is "yes", don't worry. The interior designer Roberta Cavina explains that the decoration's favorite color duo represents elegance and style when applied to the bathroom: "The use of black and white in bathrooms is a classic that is hard to go wrong", she says.
The black and white composition can go from modern to minimalist. It all depends on your style and on how to combine pieces and materials that transform the simple into something extremely elegant. For the contrast, you can opt for light coatings, while the black color is used exclusively on the pieces, giving a minimalist and intimate look.
Black and white harmony in the bathroom
"The ideal is to use white wall coverings and leave the black for the details. The color can be used, for example, in the countertop cabinet, in the accessories - such as soap dishes, countertops or crockery -, or even in small details of tiles or coatings", Robertaexplains.
All you have to do, then, is to combine the desired style in a harmonious way and dare to decorate your bathroom or restroom. And remember: the details will make the difference. Be careful not to overdo it and leave a heavy environment.
Now, to help and inspire you, check out a list of 55 super stylish and sophisticated black and white bathrooms:
1. the mix of modern and classic
In the contrast of black and white it is possible to align styles such as modern and classic, such as the mirror design. Bet on the richness of details such as these that can be found in every corner of the bathroom. Countertops, accessories, mirrors, and tiles make the difference in this composition.
2. a real bathing room
Imagine a room, imagine it? Now imagine being able to take a bath in it. That's right! The composition of this bath room looks amazing in black and white. The elements were well distributed in order not to overload the environment and make it too dark, so ceiling and coverings were in white, while unique places and exclusive items were placed in black.
3. details in the floor that make the difference
It is possible to opt for a bathroom that is very light and bright, and still have the color black. To do this, let the room be all white, but invest in details, such as the floor, for example, that will break the super clean look of the room!
4. everything more black and white
If the idea is to mix black with white in a uniform way, besides the floor, select a wall to give the dark highlight in the composition. In this case, the ideal is to make the environment even brighter, ok?
5. everyone loves a basic black!
How about innovating black and white in the bathroom? This composition had its total bet on the darker color, leaving small details in white, such as the tessellation covering. And of course, the lighting was essential to highlight the drawings.
6. brick and black and white floor
The white subway tile is a beautiful option for the composition of the bathroom. Bet on the idea to give a modern and, at the same time, more rustic look, with flooring in black details in a more minimalist way!
7. single wall as highlight
Besides the super modern look, the room is composed almost entirely of white, as well as the round bathtub, which gives the room its charm. But the highlight is the single black wall and the differentiated artwork. Beautiful, isn't it?
8. wallpaper: practical and beautiful solution
If there is still some trepidation about investing in a black and white bathroom, opt for wallpaper for its practicality. Take a look at this example with drawings in P&B and get inspired for yours!
9. countertops and niches as protagonists
If your environment has countertops and niches, highlighting them in color will make the difference in the bathroom decoration project. In this case, these two were the protagonists and, upon entering the room, they are the first to be noticed!
10. getting out of the conventional
Subway tiles, also known as subway tiles, are in fashion at the moment.
11. our daily make
Besides being a conventional hygienic environment, the bathroom also has the function of relaxing and preparing us for the day to day, especially when we talk about makeup. The countertop with a dressing table is then ideal to count on black pieces and have perfect lighting with white.
12. give focus to the cabinets
Don't forget the cabinets, as in this beautiful inspiration, they can be the focus of the room by having black doors, and black towels and stools will also stand out from the rest of the place!
13. playing with textures
To balance the heavier look of black, playing with textures is a great option. In this inspiration, with the more leaden color, spikes textures and matte countertops. Beautiful!
14. bp geometric tile
This bathroom has lighter, white elements, but just by having a black and white geometric tile, the room became more relaxed and modern.
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The composition does not need to be elaborate to make your bathroom black and white perfect. The practical and simple also transforms the whole environment. How about adopting dark tiles, floors and countertops, while the rest remains light? Try it out!
16. less is more!
Black elements can be contained in small, almost imperceptible details in your environment. In this case, less is more, and the use of black and white is extremely subtle. If that's the case, go for it!
17. bands in decoration
If the idea is to leave a clean environment using black and white, using strips like these keeps the atmosphere more neutral, leaving the bathroom modern and beautiful!
18. porcelain tile is the darling of the environment
To make the environment also clean using black and white, opting for porcelain tiles with dark veins is the ideal option. In a simple way, floors and tiles can be key elements for a beautiful bathroom!
19. stripes in the bathroom? yes, you can!
Classic and luxurious, this washed room abused black and white by betting on stripes in contrast with the elements of the floor. The look also relied on white and gold to make everything even more elegant!
20. industrial design for the couple
The bathroom for the couple is modern and was designed with an industrial design. The floor covering follows up to one of the walls and makes the room even more contemporary. Ideal for those who like modernity in every detail!
21. style with tiles!
A practical option to make the bathroom black and white is to use tiles of various shapes in the composition. Choose the one that best suits your style and abuse of shapes!
22. ribbons with tessellations
Using and abusing tiles is always a good choice for black and white bathrooms. But if the idea is to innovate, use this resource creatively by creating bands in the composition.
23. black and white outside the box
Innovate, innovate, innovate! That was certainly the key word for the decoration of this black and white bathroom.
24. wallpaper everywhere
The wallpaper can also be used to decorate the entire room, on all the walls of the bathroom, as in this beautiful inspiration. In addition, the darker wood floor also makes the mood more classic!
25. doors and windows as frames
Using glass doors and windows with black frames is an amazing option for a modern environment, not to mention the brick and tile floor coverings that add so much charm to the place!
26. ideal proportion between the colors
Box with a black frame, floors and walls as well, and tiles with different shapes is the ideal example of how to mix black and white well. Take the inspiration for you and your environment!
27. bath tub PB
Another example of a simple black and white bathroom that can be made even more beautiful with a bathtub in the room.
28. the classic that never goes out of style
The important thing, as in this inspiration, is to know how to choose the details that will compose the environment and its colors.
29. black, white... and one more thing!
If the black and white environment is simpler and more practical, it is possible to break the monotony with the addition of another color, like these yellow niches that call attention to the environment. The option is very valid!
30. range in neutral tones
When using black and white wallpapers and elements throughout your restroom, the ideal is to choose to place large, frameless mirrors to give the space a sense of spaciousness. Thus, abusing shades will not influence your environment in a negative way.
31. smoked glass box
Bathrooms with bathtubs usually have larger spaces - so it's like a blank canvas for the composition of colors. But don't overdo it. If you want, you can opt for a tub with smoked glass and countertops with darker details, like this one, to balance the black on white.
32. elements that break the simple BP
Yes, it is possible to use different decoration elements to break the typical black and white practicality. In this case, the choice was the water panel with bubbles, bringing movement and highlight to an entirely black countertop.
33: Small details, big differences!
The use of black only on the countertops and edges of the bathtub brings the minimalist style to the room. The look is clean and the lighting behind the mirrors sets the mood of the space!
34. granite in rounded elements
The rounded forms of the space gain more life when they receive the color black in the details, as well as the countertop.
35. tablets as a traditional method
The traditional black and white is usually composed of glass tessellations with these two colors alternated. In this case, the tessellations have shades of black, gray, and white, which leave the environment with a touch of modernity.
36. a touch more color
The checkered pattern is all over the bathroom, as well as the green glass tiles. The black and white in this room is traditional and can be used as inspiration for smaller spaces.
37. two compositions, one environment
In slightly larger spaces, mixing different compositions is a game that works. On one side, stripes that go from the floor to the ceiling, on the other, small black dots resembling poas. Fun and beautiful at the same time!
38. magnify with mirrors everywhere
By choosing to have most of the elements of the bathroom in black, installing mirrors and glass everywhere enlarges and brings the necessary luminosity so as not to "weigh down" the space.
39. a lot of personality in the environment
Almost futuristic, this bathroom is very bright and mirrored, despite having black floors. Its walls are made of tempered glass and allow light to enter the entire space! Incredible!
40. black and white in the organization
In addition to decorative tiles, organizer boxes are part of the black and white decoration of this superb bathroom. How about using organizational items in the design composition?
41. adhesive fabric as decoration
It doesn't take much to use black and white in the bathroom. Opt for an adhesive fabric in these colors, with elements that stand out from the rest, and you're done!
See_also: Learn about recessed baseboards and how to put them in your home42. all black: abusing black without fear
The composition had sinks, towels, and toilet in white, while the rest remained dark. Even so, the environment was not too heavy, because the lighting and the mirror helped to find the light.
43. stylish pieces for the environment
When thinking about a black and white bathroom, think about pieces with different and unique styles for the environment. The bathtub, in this case, had a pattern that gave charm and elegance to the bathroom!
44. dark tone grouting
Even when using tiles, choose different sizes and also use darker tinted grouts. After all, you can use black in an even more closed way and gain spaciousness by using mirrors.
45. mix of tones in unique highlights
From the floor to the ceiling, the trail of glass tessellations form a fantastic unity in the bathroom. The covering also covers the sink countertop.
46. lighting effects
To use black and white in smaller environments, lighting is a determining factor. Here, the light behind the round mirror created unusual effects. Not to mention the hexagonal tiles on the walls!
47 The little ones can also
Don't think that if you have a small space, the black and white effect should be discarded. After all, this bathroom with a concrete countertop unit was given a mix of neutral elements and became a new space! See?
48. elegance in small details
Selecting only a part of the space to receive the black coating is a great alternative to leave the environment more clean and elegant. Smaller details can still count on the dark color, but without gaining so much prominence.
49. between classic and retro
This minimalist bathroom features classic details and also mixes retro elements. The lead-colored wall and the white subway bricks are the highlights of this super stylish composition!
50. delicacy in the elements
Dark color is not synonymous with heavy elements. It is possible to gain delicacy throughout the space by choosing wallpapers with floral and light prints. Here's a tip!
51. hexagonal tiles
Do you know what else is in fashion? Hexagonal tiles! Their different shapes transform the simple environment into something powerful. Different and super modern, isn't it?
52. wooden cabinets for a more rustic look
Are you going to say that those beautiful wooden cabinets didn't give a more rustic air to the room? The composition is simple, even with the designed floors, and the intimate atmosphere is the focus of the design.
53 - The watchword? Class!
Nothing defines this room better than class and sophistication. The white marble and the black cabinets give the perfect charm to a bathroom of any woman's dreams! Every detail is composed with richness of elements. The curtain also composes very well the decoration.
54. the charm of vintage style
Look how the black and white floor stands out in the clear environment... Moreover, the walls divided in half, between wood and light colors, give the vintage style charm to the bathroom. Can you or can you not go back in time?
These inspirations prove that it is possible to create incredible spaces using black and white, regardless of the style you want to show. The important thing is to know how to use them with balance, and to use the light as a key piece for the harmony of the dark color with the light one. Now, all you need is creativity and hands on work to create an enchanting corner!
