Thursday, July 14, 2011

Black + White

I've been laid low with the dreaded lurgy for the past couple of weeks, which, as well as being totally inconvenient, has meant that I've had little energy for anything other than coughing and spluttering (and, if you ask the clan, they'd probably add whingeing as well). But I digress. One good thing that's come from my convalescence is that I managed to find the designer behind a room I've had saved in my files for ages.


I had a lovely message from Brissie designer and fellow blogger Daryl Wark, which in turn led me to his gorgeous blog. As I settled in for a good read, I came across this post on South African designer John Jacob Zwiegelaar (which, coincidentally, Daryl found through Judy at Verandah House), and there was the black and white room I'd had saved for ages. Even better, it lead to this website, which was full of stunning, black & white interiors.

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 even the pooch is colour matched



all images via John Jacob Interiors

What I love about a black and white (and neutral) scheme is that you can always throw in some colour when you feel like a change, or go completely monochromatic - the options are endless. Take this last room - it would look equally great with some mismatched cushions, an abstract painting or two, and a few bright accessories. I love colour, but my fickle nature means I always stick to a neutral scheme for the bones of a room, and add pops of colour with pieces that can be changed quickly, and relatively inexpensively - artwork etc. Thanks Daryl for the heads up, and seriously, do yourself a favour - head on over to Daryl's blog - lots of goodies there, let me tell you. My fave post - how to keep your vintage Louis Vuitton looking great...but not too 'new'. Fabulous to the max.

24 comments:

  1. That rug... and those stripe cushions! LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!

    Amazing photos. Thanks for sharing.

    B

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  2. Sorry you've been sick, but I'm glad you found the answer to your question! I love a black and white color scheme too, especially in the kitchen or in a bathroom!

    Feel better!

    Kat :)

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  3. Kerri I adore Daryl's design works. very elegant and sophisticated!

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

    Do come and enter my new Giveaway, a painting!

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  4. Kerri, I just ordered two black adn white stripe pillows for my patio today. if it is black and white i am so there!! I have a black and white marble floor in my entry and guest bath and I love it. These rooms are gorgeous!! Kathysue

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  5. What great inspiration pics - I especially love the second one. I agree, black and white gives you a lot of scope for throwing in a hit of colour if you feel like it. Hope you are feeling better now Kerri x

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  6. I adore black and white in interiors and fashion...so sophisticated. The dine in kitchen...gorgeous!!

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  7. You just know I LOVE a good black & White room, so you already have my vote there!
    ... looking closely at the top picture, I am just a little confused as to why there are so many side tables? Imagine walking through this room at night.... i'm just saying :)....

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  8. I have had that same picture (first one posted) stuck on my fridge forever! I'm so glad you have directed me to its source and other stunning pictures too! Thank you!
    KL

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  9. Oh well at least something good came from not being well!
    That bathroom is something else - i love it, and I could also just move straight in to that last photo!
    x

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  10. I am sorry to hear your aren't well - was my turn last week :(

    OMG - OMG - OMG

    that is all overwhelmingly beautiful.

    I could never pull it off - but I love the complete execution.

    have a restful weekend if you can

    x

    Loulou

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  11. Sorry to hear you've been crook - this winter has just been the pits! Never been so cold in Sydney in my life! These black and white images are so stunning and striking. A perfect combination on their own, but as you say a great neutral palette to add colour to if you want to spice things up.

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  12. Having a liitle laugh, just finished a black and white post, only to stop by and visit your blog and also Daryls, great minds think alike hahahaha,
    We are so due for a catch up, have a lovely weekend xxxx

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  13. Bonjour,
    You have such a lovely blog. Loving the black and white!! We look forward to future posts. Have a wonderful day!
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  14. Kerri!

    I love this.. I'm a black & white gal.. these are some of my favourite images!.. Just love the bathroom & bedroom!.. & that dog!.. way too gorgeous!

    Have a great weekend!,

    Marnie.

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  15. Gorgeous indeed! I agree, I love a neutral room that you can add lots of color too (or not) - I find I have a lot of clothes that are black and white...wondering why my home isn't the same? Have a great week and hope you feel better soon! ;-)

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  16. Always always perfect: black and white.
    I am swooning over the kitchen. Perfection.
    xx's

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  17. Beautiful! The kicthen and bath (especially with that great photography) are my faves. I agree on this being a very versatile base for all kinds of combinations!

    http://bjdhausdesign.blogspot.com/

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  18. Hi Kerri, hope you are feeling better.
    I agree about the neutral bones, I struggle with it when selecting tiles and wallpaper etc. So many amazing colours and patterns and I love colour too. I look at my stunning green tiles in the ensuite...I love it but will a buyer?
    Sarah

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  19. Not good about the lurgy - hope you are up and about now.

    Loving these gorgeous black and white images especially the stripes!

    Keren
    xx

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  20. you have the most amazing home inspiration - moving into a new place and im in desperate need - following you now cant wait for more :)

    xx

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  21. Absolutely stunning!! Can't tear my eyes from that first image. I will definitely be checking out all those links. I just actually finished my own patio in all black and white (with red and white flowers). I'll have to post it. Thanks for another gorgeous post!

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  22. My entire house is black and white with neutral and so often I see beautiful blogs and pages in magazines with tons of color and am always thinking maybe I should....then i see this and absolutely adore it. And you are so right... you can add color anytime, by the season or whatever. This is fabulous!

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  23. Wow, such beautiful rooms! I love being able to track these things down, Im still searching for a designer behind a dream bathroom I saw.
    That bathroom mirror is to die for!!

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  24. All this glorious B&W is a wonderful way to finish the week Kerri! Of course I need to careful using too much of it at The Hedge or MOTH carries on like a pork chop about turning into a dodgy Collingwood supporter. I've avoided the dreaded lurgy so far this Winter but I'm sure it will pay me a visit soon.
    Millie x

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