Are you a black and white kind of person? Prefer things clean cut and despise those pesky grey areas that make life that little bit more complicated? Well then I mite just have the perfect home interiors trend for you… Monochrome!! For get 40 shades of green or keeping up with this years must have colour scheme, opt for the stylish simple life of a timeless interior that will never date.

Just like the old Hollywood movies some things just look more elegant and stand the test of time in black and white. Easy to work with, unfussy and  ultra sophisticated you just can’t go wrong with Monochrome. There is however more to this ageless style of decorating than just two hues, Monochrome decorating can be versatile and give you more scope to be original than you ever might think.

Monochrome can be used to create a ultra modern sleek interiors, with clean lines, sharp definition and a masculine edge. This style looks particularly well in a kitchen with a high gloss black units, white walls and lots of shinny chrome fittings. A high end look that would impress any quests.

Monochrome however does not need to be masculine, it can work equally in a boudoir. This simple colour combination allows you to be more experimentative with soft feminine patterns. A floral wallpaper behind a bed with a textured head board and the bed piled high with lots of textured cushions and blankets in feminine satins, velvets and cottons. Makes for a room that is feminine without being overly girly.

Monochrome is also ideal scheme for creating a wonderful retro inspired interior. Just add geometric and retro influenced prints to your space in wallpaper, made to measure curtains curtains and cushions. Use low backed sofas and vintage shaped pieces to add extra interest, along side black and white photography on the walls. This look is ideal for sitting rooms and creates a space which has a cool modern feel that isn’t just a fad.

So take the grey areas out of your life and keep it simple with black and white.