White is the new black
TRANSFORMATION: POWERFUL TO FRESHEN DARK ROOMS, REJUVENATE
The best way to bring it to life is with texture to add interest, depth.
Don’t underestimate the power of white to transform rooms. Interior designer Dylan Thomaz proved just how effective decorating with white can be when he revamped this seaside apartment.
White has the ability to freshen dark rooms and give dated ones a contemporary look. By decorating with white, you can also create calm and sophisticated environments.
“The moment I walked into this two-bedroom apartment in Cape Town, I decided on a white-based scheme,” says designer Dylan Thomaz. “While I knew it would complement the intense blue of the sea perfectly, it also fulfilled the owner’s brief, which was for crisp, stylish interiors for coastal living.”
The right white
Like any colour, white comes in many shades, each with different undertones. You need to establish what will work under your light conditions. In general, whites with a bluish tone will work in rooms that get a lot of sunlight but tend to look cold in south-facing rooms. Those with red or yellow undertones lend warmth and brightness. Cohesion is easier to establish if you limit yourself to one or two shades.
Texture
The best way to bring a white scheme to life is with texture. Texture is an essential ingredient for adding layers of visual interest and depth. The warmth of natural