How to decorate with dark colours
As a wise sage named Christopher Leach once told us, 'be brave and decorate with dark colour. It doesn't mean you will end up with a room of Stygian gloom. If a space doesn't receive much natural light, there is no jolly yellow or bright white on earth that will remedy it.' Instead, opt for a deep navy blue, or a seductive oxblood. The result will be a room that envelops you. The same applies to dreary rooms with no apparent features; a well-chosen dark colour can be transformative. We've collected our favourite examples of dark rooms done right. Don't be afraid of the dark...
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