Artificial light is especially important in dark rooms. Choose fittings which cast pools of light to illuminate specific areas because general lighting will only make the room seem gloomy. Consider using lights with tungsten halogen lamps which cast a dramatically bright light.
In most dark rooms it’s usual to try increase the amount of light by using pale colors to reflect it, you might, consider using dark colors to create atmosphere in rooms more frequently lit by artificial light, like the dining room and bedroom.
Don’t overlook the potential of dark shades for paintwork in place of white or pastels; reversing the normal arrangement of deep walls and light paintwork gives an impact that’s especially suited to modern settings.
Capitalize on a room that is naturally gloomy and go for a dark, dramatic décor. But don’t forget that somber colors absorb the light, so it’s best to reserve these schemes for rooms you relax in rather than those where good illumination is required for reading or work.
Don’t interrupt a dark wall with contrasting doors or moldings. Paint them to match the color of the wall and keep to shades of equal depth for carpets, flooring and fitted furniture to create an impression of space.
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