Hygge happens in matte black. This Danish word, whose closest English translation is "comfort", is one feeling we need to get back to in our homes. Disregard trends, revisit what makes you feel comfort. You will be pleasantly surprised to find it isn't just the furniture - it's the layers.
We already know the elegance of black, the simple chic of black, and the timelessness of black. What I love of about black is the calmness and harmony it can provide in our living spaces. Using matte black raises these qualities; black doesn't need sheen to shine. The subtleties of matte black are warm and relaxing.
A room that is designed well is one that has a color palette that creates the feeling the homeowner wants to achieve for their lifestyle; has the fine touch of layers. Matte black is a perfect compliment to a neutral color palette and is handsome on a variety of surfaces. Wood, brick - even the hardware.
To keep the matte black interior timeless a neutral color palette suits best. However, if other colors meet your present lifestyle, rest assured that if the matte black is chosen for the architectural features of a room, the other colors can be changed as your tastes and lifestyle evolve.
Wood surfaces in neutral finishes sing with matte black! Lighting with natural material shades wink at you in a space with matte black. Fuzzy throws belong, area rugs on top of hard surfaces compliment, organic accessories play to the calmness and artwork becomes defining.
I go back to the mention of the feeling of calmness in a space with matte black as I find that to be the most important factor in a room, after comfort. Calm, serene, harmonious. Done right, matte black delivers.
Whether you choose to paint your walls, trim, doors, fireplace or a bit of each - matte black is that "I finally found what I was looking for." Matte black becomes that "I'll know it when I see it."
Matte black interiors will be that outfit you add to and then pull back on some of the embellishment, because it doesn't need much. Be careful, with a keen eye on the layers - a matte black room isn't meant to holler "look at me". It, instead is a wonderment.
Be inspired to consider if matte black is what you have been striving for all along. Welcome to contentment.
Resources: House Beautiful, Apartment Therapy, Restoration Hardware, Pinterest, Country Living, Instagram.
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