There’s nothing more classic than black and white. This timeless combination has defined our interiors for decades, creating stunning kitchens and modern living rooms with its sleek contrast. Now, Lenny Kravitz has made it new.
The musician’s eponymous interiors practice, Kravitz Design, embarked on curating 75 Kenmare, a luxury condominium building, to embody ‘uptown elegance with a downtown edge.’ An Instagram shot of a living room in one of the condos shows they accomplished this goal and more.
The featured space reinvents a black and white color scheme: it is grounded by a striped accent wall and a round side table. Lenny then builds on the look by integrating a range of shades of brown and textures through the carpet, leather chair, and natural wooden side table. A leopard print carpet and woven pillow add warmth.
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Tufted Octavia Leopard Rug
This pretty and original design is the perfect way to integrate a touch of leopard print into your living room with subtlety. It’s available in a range of sizes to fit in any space.
This modern side table adds a touch of contemporary flair to any space. It would work well paired with more organic textures like natural wood and leather, as seen in the Lenny Kravitz designed space.
Textured Woven Upholstered Arm Accent Chair
Upholstered in beautiful light velvet, this accent chair is a retro-style staple just like Kravitz’s. Designed on a stained finish wooden base, this accent chair features a padded seat and back cushions and padded cushioned arms to provide you with a comfortable seating experience (and looks stunning in the process).
Lenny’s design is the epitome of cozy, but modern decorating ideas. Furthermore, this refreshing take on black and white is right in line with interior design trends.
Magdalena Gierasinska, interior design expert at Barker and Stonehouse explains: ‘This autumn, warm contemporary interiors are capturing attention by combining sleek modern lines with cozy textures and rich, inviting tones. Think dark woods, fluted detailing, and deep chocolate browns that create a sophisticated yet comfortable atmosphere, blending style with effortless ease.’
Luckily, experts say it’s simple to recreate the Kravitz Design-approved space. Magdelena advises: ‘To bring this look to life, introduce metallic accents in gold, brass or other warm metals to instantly add a touch of luxury. Layer in striking shapes – think a sculptural armchair, a domed table lamp or a wiggle-framed mirror – to create bold focal points that draw the eye. Balance these modern elements with soft, rich neutral tones and retro style wooden panelling to ground the space and create a welcoming, harmonious feel.’
She adds: ‘This approach offers a fresh take on contemporary design, perfect for those looking to combine modernity and comfort in a way that’s both current and timeless.’
Even the classics can be made new again. The most striking design draws on old ideas and invents something with them.
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