What is negative space? Considering home decor it means a spot where there’s nothing, no furniture, artwork or anything else, this is just a bit of spare space. Having such a space in our modern tight homes seems non-practical but negative space has its own advantages, and I’d like to share some of them with you.
Pros Of Negative Space
First of all, negative spaces are psychologically pleasing: we all love balance and when there’s too much decor and furniture, we percept it like clutter. Plus, we tend to react to rooms with negative space more positively because they’re easier for our brains to categorize. Second, a negative space is easier to use: you may place there whatever you want any time, and you can create various paths through your home, which is cool for open layouts. Third, a negative space will make your design and artworks stand out creating a cool balance.
How To Pull Off Negative Space?
The best way to incorporate negative space at its best is to intend it while decorating as when it’s intended, it brings harmony, and when not – it seems that you’ve just forgotten something. Second, look for functional and double duty furniture to leave some space unfilled, especially if the space is small. Third, declutter your space – I think, this tip doesn’t require any comments. And the last point – if negative space seems something you aren’t happy with, fill it in as you should be always comfortable in your home.
Negative Spaces In Living Rooms
Negative space in living rooms is a must! Or at least very desirable. Living rooms are usually large enough to leave some space blank, and you will make your room look bigger, more airy and fills the space with natural light. It goes not only to minimalist spaces but to any other, too: from moody to mid-century ones. Blank walls, corners, nooks and other spaces are right what you need for a harmonious look.
a beautiful pastel living room with pink walls, a dusty pink sofa, a purple pouf, a side table, a color block rug and some negative space to feel relaxed here
a minimalist space done with much negative space and filled with light for an airy feeling, natural light coming through the wall makes the space airier
a Scandinavian living room with a blank space that brings a comfortable feeling to the room and makes it very airy and light
much negative space gives an airy feeling to the space and helps to separate the zones visually, a glazed wall lets a lot of natural light in
negative space is featured with a blank concrete wall and it brings harmony to the space, furniture also doesn't clutter the room
the mid-century modern living room with enough negative space makes it feel more spacious and allows a lot of natural light to the room
a beautiful ocean-inspired living room with an ocean-inspired three piece artwork, a grey sectional and pillows, a coffee table and lots of negative space for an airy feel
a neutral Scandinavian living room with a grey accent wall, a plain storage unit, a gallery wall, a grey chair, a round coffee table and some greenery
a beautiful living room with double-height ceilings that provide this blank space here and make the living room airy and relaxed
a Scandinavian living room with a grey accent wall, a grey sectional, black side tables, a TV unit and some negative space for a relaxed feel
Negative Spaces In Bedrooms
A negative space in a bedroom is a very good idea because this is a space where we want to feel relaxed and comfortable, and blank spaces are right for these goals. A negative spot will give your bedroom an airy and relaxing feel, you’ll feel comfort and balance, and it’s exactly what we need here.
a minimalist bedroom in black and white with lots of negative space thanks to the high ceiling for a relaxed feeling
an airy and elegant bedroom with much negative space for an airy and natural feeling and lots of natural light
a quirky and whimsy bedroom with interesting furniture, molding and lamps balanced with negative space
a vintage-inspired bedroom with much negative space for a relaxed feeling and doors to the garden
negative space here helps the bedroom look more airy and relaxing, it seems larger than it is
a neutral farmhouse living room with a canopy bed, potted plants, neutral textiles and negative space for a light feeling
a green farmhouse bedroom with a wooden bed, a faux fur stool, negative space on both sides of the bed
a stylish bedroom with slate blue walls, a bed, a corner with a blue chair, black and white artwork, a ladder and some blank space for an airy feel
a neutral minimalist bedroom with paneled walls, an upholstered bed, neutral bedding, a neutral artwork, table lamps and nightstands, some negative space
a neutral farmhouse space with a grey bed, a grey bench, an amber leather chair and negative space in the room for a relaxed feel
Negative Spaces In Bathrooms
Make negative space in your bathroom if possible, this is important for several reasons. First of all, negative space makes the room look bigger, and bathrooms are usually small – that’s exactly what you need to make your bathroom more spacious. Negative space helps the light go through, and it adds a spa feel to the bathroom, ideal, isn’t it?
a contemporary bathroom with weathered wood touches and negative space for a comfy feel
a minimalist space like this bathroom feels bigger with negative space, and decluttering it helps a lot with that
a minimalist bathroom done with concrete, with a glazed wall, a large storage unit, a wall-mounted concrete sink and a beautiful view
a white minimalist bathroom with an outdoor shower space, a sleek vanity with a sink and negative space for a light and airy feel
a neutral bathroom clad with white marble tiles, an oval tub by the window, a shower space and blank space for a more luxurious look
a minimalist bathroom clad with grey large scale tiles, with a floating shelf vanity, a bathtub clad with tiles and a toilet
a minimalist bathroom clad with grey terrazzo, with a platform and a bathtub on top, black radiators and a glazed wall
a wabi-sabi bathroom with limewashed walls, a neutral vanity with tan terrazzo sinks and some negative space for an airy feel
a fantastic idea of a bathroom clad with white marble tiles, an oval tub, a glass-enclosed shower space and much negative space
a refined Parisian bathroom with a clawfoot bathtub, a crystal chandelier, purple curtains, a gallery wall and negative space to enjoy the airy feel