9 Black and White Bedroom Ideas That Are Clean, Classic, and Chic

Color plays a huge role in interior design, so when you're decorating with a color palette that technically lacks actual color, it can feel pretty uninspiring. While the classic black and white combo can look timeless in almost any sequence, a perfectly balanced achromatic bedroom requires serious vision.

Before you go shopping and stock-piling décor that may not make the cut, scroll through 9 black and white bedrooms that you'll undoubtedly want to copy from top to bottom. Whether you're going for something modern and minimal or you have the bohemian look all over your Pinterest boards, there's a colorless bedroom in here that's sure to color you inspired. 

01 Add Natural Fibers

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Modern Brass Double Sconce for Transitional Decor - Hardwired Lighting for Bedrooms, Living Rooms, and Hallways

Black and white designs can sometimes come off as stark. Work in touches of natural fibers, like warm woods, linens, and greenery for a somewhat rustic, but totally sophisticated touch.

02 Light It Up

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Contemporary Crystal Pendant with Prismatic Display - Bronze Finish Hanging Lights, Ideal for Bedroom, Dining Room, and Living Room

A stunning way to accentuate both the dark and light tones of a black and white bedroom is to feature excellent lighting. This crystal pendant beautifully enhances both colors while adding a touch of elegance—and it also saves valuable nightstand space.

03 Play With Prints

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Who said a black and white bedroom is doomed to look boring? If our eyes don't deceive us, this achromatic bedroom boasts seven patterns from the walls to the upholstery. Create this same lofty look with wallpaper, textiles, curtains, and custom upholstery (like the dual patterned couch we can't stop looking at).

04 Add Warm Wood Floors

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Cool-toned black in a bedroom can feel intense for certain settings. Balance it with a warm-toned wood floor, like the blonde maple color in this simplistic bedroom. It warms up the room, making it feel soft, despite the dark tone incorporated throughout.

05 Embrace Classic Charm

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While black and white bedrooms often boast a modern feel, this Spanish-style setup is proof you can enjoy the minimal color palette without skimping on the cultural charm. The addition of wright iron elements and the perfect tile-print headboard are just what you need to make it your own personal hacienda.

06 Make It Shine

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We can't think of a better addition to a black and white color palette than a shiny metallic gold. This achromatic bedroom gets an extra special update thanks to a metallic gold wallpaper print.

07 Bring in Greenery

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Plants and fresh greenery have a way of popping in an achromatic setting—case in point, the fresh palm leaf clipping in this modern bedroom. Opt for tropical greens, leafy plants, and budding trees for a fresh take on a black and white color palette.

08 Stick With Stain

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If you're working with wood surfaces, you can enjoy the modern color palette of black and white while still maintaining the integrity of your wooden installations. Swap out an opaque paint for a black stain like the one on this accent wall.

09 Add a Third Color

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The best part about an achromatic color palette is it leaves tons of room for additional color additions. Adding a third color (like this pink-toned lavender) makes a common color palette feel custom to your personality and style. The trick is to add it in small doses so the focus remains on the black and white tones.