By mixing in a modern rug some trendy lamps and a fun blend of stripes and patterns this space is anything but traditional dark boring or old fashioned.
Bright bedroom with dark furniture.
Here is an example of incorporating a couple of dark wood pieces and a traditional sofa into a fun quirky youthful and modern cottage.
Choose drapery in complementary colors.
As previously said dark furniture will look better in big rooms since dark colors sometimes can have an effect of making the room smaller.
Mirrors are also great for rooms with dark furniture as they will give the illusion of more space and brighten up the place.
Art throw pillows or throws even drapery can all put some spring in the step of your space.
A rosy pink afghan and darling patterned throw pillows pop against the cool background as does dark furniture.
Citrus accents inject energy and verve into this otherwise somber room.
A transparent nightstand and lamp complete the elegant uptown look.
Sages and beiges are popular color choices for bedrooms with darker furniture and this bedroom showcases that beautifully.
Designed by webb brown neaves.
If you paint your walls a saturated mid tone or bright color add contrast with furniture in a medium finish and complete the brightening effect with bedding and accessories in white or another light color.
In a dark bedroom furniture and accessories can disappear into the gloom if you aren t careful.
Darker colors can sometimes make a room look smaller.
For obvious reasons dark furniture can lead to a darker space in general.
The deep espresso sleigh bed is just the right size for this smaller bedroom space.
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Nothing will make your dark furniture bounce back to life than pairing it with complementary colors.
Dark shades in the interior of the bedroom contribute to the creation of the illusion of isolation the effect of protection from the outside world.
With a colorful yet neutral base established play with color in the form of accents.
Therefore be sure you have adequate ambient and task lighting throughout to brighten it appropriately.
Deep blues and purples sofas will pop against oranges and yellows as proven by this sofa paired with yellow floral drapery.
If you have a room of dark furniture and are lacking some of our other options for bringing it into the summer daylight maybe try an extra lamp or pendant or three.
A mix of overhead lights and lamps is best.