Designing a dark aesthetic for your home is about finding the pieces the give of a certain kind of vibe.
It doesn’t have has to be black. It just has to tie into an overall feeling you want for the space. It can be a bit haunted and theatrical, intimate and intelectual, or mysterious and comforting. Here are three moods to start with, plus a few pieces that could help you achieve the look.
Embrace the Modern Gothic aesthetic.
Think highly ornamental and elegant. Dark wood, gold tones, rich-colored velvet, intricate tapestry. Dim lighting, candles, and hints of religious imagery are often present.
The key to the drama here is contrast, not from going all-black. Combine dark furniture with brass, warm colors and soft lighting. Tuffed Victorian furniture with carved wood give instant gothic. Gallery walls with mismatched frames, a large ornamentally framed mirror and interesting plant selection add the personality and intrigue, keeping a degree of elegance.
Don’t give up on the dark academia of the early 2020s.
This look has proven to be timeless. The vibe is set by interesting artifacts and objects like an antique telescope, a bookshelf filled with hardcovers, unusual taxidermy, a brass library lamp.
The key is less haunted, more professor’s study. Mix in a hardwood writing desk, a cozy reading chair, a couple leather-bound books, and you’ve set the mood.
Let your Witchy Botanist self bring life to the room.
Incorporating a plant-filled corner to any room with a moody energy, instantly brings in the balance. Look for plants with deep purples and forest greens that can thrive in low light environments.
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