These stunning examples of black accent walls in bedrooms show how color can be both glamorous and cozy – the perfect modern farmhouse boho blend!

Our Master Bedroom is about to get a makeover.

We've been dreaming and scheming and plotting and planning. As with any room makeover, I begin by collecting inspiration and ideas.

Surprisingly, I've found myself drawn to bedrooms with black accent walls. Are you skeptical?

These inspiration pictures just might change your mind!

Color: Tricot Black by Sherwin Williams

I just love everything about this room! The pop of white against the dark wall color plus the mix of textures in the bedding and wall art is just perfection! And, sidenote, Cynthia Harper is one of my favourite follows on Instagram. She has amazing DIY projects!

Color: Noir by Valspar

This room has the perfect mix of light and dark colors - and I love the pop of green the big plant brings into the space.

Color: Black Beauty by Benjamin Moore

I just love Katie's Modern Farmhouse style. In fact, I got lost over on her site checking out ALL her rooms in her home tour!

This Master Bedroom remodel she did is the look and style I'm looking for - relaxed and cozy with a mix of rustic glam.

Color: Iron Ore by Sherwin Williams

Of course I needed to research the queen of farmhouse for her take on black bedroom walls. This room was done by Joanna Gaines on the Fixer Upper show - and perhaps was the first time I got the idea of trying a black accent wall.

Color: Couldn't find the exact information on this room, but Urbane Bronze by Sherwin Williams is one of Joanna's favourite dark colors.

This black wall (color unknown) takes the idea of a "feature wall" to a new level by adding decorative wood trim in a pattern.

I just love the feel of this cozy space from District Baking co. The combination of those beautiful plants, artwork, shelf and wall are stunning! (Color unknown.)

Observations about Bedrooms with Black Walls

As I look through inspiration pictures when planning a room makeover, I like to dig deep and analyze the reasons why I like a certain overall look and feeling. In order for a black wall in a bedroom to feel like home to me, I think it also needs to be paired with the following features:

1. Lots of natural light.

The inspiration pictures I've been drawn to all seem to have something in common – a big window with lots of natural light.

Although our bedroom isn't big, it does have a great window and the best natural light in the house!

2. A large portion of white to balance out the black.

Notice how all the inspiration pictures above have all white walls other than the feature wall? I think that's why I like them. I tend to be drawn to light and bright spaces, and although the black definitely brings drama, the overall space is still light.

3. White bedding

Along with the white walls, all of the inspiration bedrooms have white bedding. It pops against the dark wall and looks fresh and inviting.

Also, paired with white bedding is often throw blankets and accent pillows in different textured fabric and designs – preventing the overall look from becoming stark and sterile.

4. Wall lamps

I just love the interest that wall lamps above the bed make – and I'm especially drawn to the gold metalic look of some of them.

5. Wood tones

Along with black + white, there is also a lovely mix of wood tones in the space. I think this adds greatly to the cozy factor and makes it feel more relaxed and Modern Farmhouse – not just modern.

6. Greenery

The icing on the cake of these inspiration rooms is the beautiful greenery used for accents. It brings life to the spaces and adds more interest and color.

So, there you have it. Have I convinced you? Would you ever consider a black accent wall in a room?

Believe it or not, we've done it before!

You can see one in my husband's rustic office space and it was once in our dining room, too!

I'm looking forward to testing out a few colors and see what we end up with in our Master Bedroom space.

For More Inspirations for Modern Farmhouse Bedrooms, check these previous posts:

  • Modern Farmhouse Bedrooms Inspired by Joanna Gaines
  • Fixer Upper Style Modern Farmhouse Headboards
  • Our Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal

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