Design Aspiration: All-Black Living Room

Drama Class

Sit up straight in this modern twist on the schoolhouse desk chair.

SHOP NOW: Vitra Standard Chair, $780

Black Widow

Catch guests in your web of style with these liquid vinyl placemats.

SHOP NOW: Chilewich Rectangle Spun Placemat, $52 for set of 4

Deep Seated

This mid-century modern sofa, featuring walnut and black leather, is the perfect seat for a Mad Men marathon.

SHOP NOW: Herman Miller Goetz Sofa, $4,869

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Pitch Dark

Amp up the drama with textured black walls for a sultry turn.

SHOP NOW: Puzzle Black Wallpaper, $50 per roll

ON ELLE DECOR: Create A Calming Bedroom

Black Magic

Adding a mirror to an all-black room reflects natural light and instantly opens up the space.

SHOP NOW: Black Vasari Mirror, $475

Jet Set

These unique and contemporary bookends designed by Karim Rashid prove that a glamorous mind is a terrible thing to waste.

SHOP NOW: Menu Knowledge in the Brain Bookends, $180

Getting Dim

Turn your lights down low with this smoky side table lamp.

SHOP NOW: Bender Table Lamp, $199

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Round Out

To limit the number of bulky furnishings in light-starved rooms, try this metal and rattan side table, which is complete with a steely tray placed on top.

SHOP NOW: Ellipse Table in Weathered Gray, $330

Ebony & Ivory

Add this geometric focal point to the room as a high-gloss reprieve from the inky theme.

SHOP NOW: Arktura Pac Coffee Table, $850

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Devil's Cup

Sip on something savory (and perhaps even sinister!) from this duet of mysterious crystal old-fashioned glasses.

SHOP NOW: John Rocha at Waterford Black Cut Old Fashioned, $325 for set of 2

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Up In Smoke

Instead of letting your black living room feel cold, transform the space into a warm smoldering retreat with this suspended fireplace.

SHOP NOW: Fireorb Suspended Fireplace, from $5,900

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Clean Slate

Layering different textures and finishes will add depth and visual appeal.

SHOP NOW: Daltile City View Urban Evening Porcelain Mesh-Mounted Mosaic Tile, $28 per square foot

Work Of Art

Reminiscent of the Hottentot Venus, this ebony sculpture exudes the beauty and grace of the feminine form.

SHOP NOW: Ebony Wood Female Sculpture, $595