Is This the Best Colour for Your Living Room Walls?
See how white, the under-appreciated colour, takes centre stage in living rooms
White is a fundamental colour but one that gets relegated to the background in interior design, despite the fact that we all know white makes a small space seem large, open and airy. For many of us, an all-white space is a no-no for the sheer fear of, well, keeping it white all the time.
Here we take a look at a few gorgeous white living rooms – living spaces that are not just a mélange of white walls and white furniture, but inspirations to how to use white to set the tone and lead the way. From modern to minimalist, these living rooms are pale and interesting.
Here we take a look at a few gorgeous white living rooms – living spaces that are not just a mélange of white walls and white furniture, but inspirations to how to use white to set the tone and lead the way. From modern to minimalist, these living rooms are pale and interesting.
2. A riot on white
This all-white scheme bursts to life with piles of velvet cushions in acid yellow, electric blue and fluorescent pink. Sometimes it’s refreshing not to take your decor too seriously. Despite the riot of colours, it is white that sets the tone.
This all-white scheme bursts to life with piles of velvet cushions in acid yellow, electric blue and fluorescent pink. Sometimes it’s refreshing not to take your decor too seriously. Despite the riot of colours, it is white that sets the tone.
3. Wood ’n’ white
Incorporating a beautiful piece of wood, whether a table or flooring, adds a hint of colour without overpowering the clean, fresh look of an all-white scheme. Minimal cushions on plush sofas add comfort, yet keep the room uncluttered for just the right airy feel.
Incorporating a beautiful piece of wood, whether a table or flooring, adds a hint of colour without overpowering the clean, fresh look of an all-white scheme. Minimal cushions on plush sofas add comfort, yet keep the room uncluttered for just the right airy feel.
Tip: Aged woods or those that have a rough finish or a pronounced grain give a space a sense of softness. Try adding an antique coffee table or shelving unit to the mix.
4. Minimalism is easy when it’s in white
In this view-enhancing space, a ‘non-colour’ colour scheme offers a striking contrast to the bold hues and natural patterns of the outdoors – but the cool white backdrop enhances the serene, summery vibe inside too. No frills, no fuss, just clean white walls, low-slung snowy furniture and an off-white rug for a touch more texture.
In this view-enhancing space, a ‘non-colour’ colour scheme offers a striking contrast to the bold hues and natural patterns of the outdoors – but the cool white backdrop enhances the serene, summery vibe inside too. No frills, no fuss, just clean white walls, low-slung snowy furniture and an off-white rug for a touch more texture.
5. Naturally white
Natural elements warm up even the most sparsely furnished white spaces. The live-edge table, natural woven rug and greenery connect this room to the views just beyond the windows.
What’s the right shade of white for your home? Find out
Natural elements warm up even the most sparsely furnished white spaces. The live-edge table, natural woven rug and greenery connect this room to the views just beyond the windows.
What’s the right shade of white for your home? Find out
6. White is right on the money
When it’s done well, white can be both serene and spirit-lifting, rather than sterile. Here, the key is the warm details – a well-loved antique rug, sink-into sofas, classy black accents, and a gorgeous fireplace.
Look up this all-white minimalist home
When it’s done well, white can be both serene and spirit-lifting, rather than sterile. Here, the key is the warm details – a well-loved antique rug, sink-into sofas, classy black accents, and a gorgeous fireplace.
Look up this all-white minimalist home
8. Look at the future – in white
This all-white futuristic living room is an amalgamation of different shapes. The sofa is made up of a series of oddly shaped units, the curved coffee table, the long, arching floor lamp and even the wall clock – the assembly of unique contrasting pieces and shapes works in this room. Texture is added to the space through the furry throw and the rug.
This all-white futuristic living room is an amalgamation of different shapes. The sofa is made up of a series of oddly shaped units, the curved coffee table, the long, arching floor lamp and even the wall clock – the assembly of unique contrasting pieces and shapes works in this room. Texture is added to the space through the furry throw and the rug.
9. Symphony in shades of white
The faux fur rug, pillows, starburst mirror and bean bag, ranging from white to beige, all combine to create a neutral harmony, punctured very subtly by the natural wood coffee table and slight touches of dark brown on a cushion. Varying shades of cream and ivory keep the room fresh.
The faux fur rug, pillows, starburst mirror and bean bag, ranging from white to beige, all combine to create a neutral harmony, punctured very subtly by the natural wood coffee table and slight touches of dark brown on a cushion. Varying shades of cream and ivory keep the room fresh.
10. Cosy in white
We tend to think that an all-white room would look aseptic and cold. This space is a great example that shows how white can be made cosy by throwing in a mix of textures. A snuggly sofa, an animal-skin rug and faux-fur-topped stools create a cocooning atmosphere.
We tend to think that an all-white room would look aseptic and cold. This space is a great example that shows how white can be made cosy by throwing in a mix of textures. A snuggly sofa, an animal-skin rug and faux-fur-topped stools create a cocooning atmosphere.
11. White bling
In this neutral living room, a series of large plain mirrors create an elegant backdrop to the white sofas. It gives the room an expensive jewel-box feeling without adding too much bling.
Tip: Oversized mirrors need not be ornate to create a luxe look. If a large mirror isn’t an option, try grouping smaller mirrors for a similar effect.
Read more:
10 Ways to a Beautiful White Bedroom
How to Get an All-white Decor Right
Tell us:
Would you be brave enough to go for an all-white decor? If you have, do share images.
In this neutral living room, a series of large plain mirrors create an elegant backdrop to the white sofas. It gives the room an expensive jewel-box feeling without adding too much bling.
Tip: Oversized mirrors need not be ornate to create a luxe look. If a large mirror isn’t an option, try grouping smaller mirrors for a similar effect.
Read more:
10 Ways to a Beautiful White Bedroom
How to Get an All-white Decor Right
Tell us:
Would you be brave enough to go for an all-white decor? If you have, do share images.
The room is rich with detail, including the white sofa, side table and other seating, while the touches of red, black and metallic add contrast, without overriding the purity of the white room.
The quirky bubble chair complements the sophisticated tone of the room, fitting right in with the minimal all-white living room.