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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Megan Slack

Lewis Hamilton strategically uses white paint and warm wooden accents to make this tricky furniture shade accessible in his living room

Lewis Hamilton.

No color combination is quite as iconic as black-and-white, but sometimes, bringing it to life in design is complicated. Despite being known for its versatility, this pairing has a way of making a cold statement, especially in spaces where you might crave warmth and coziness. Chances of success begin by following the example of those who have gone before us, in this case, Lewis Hamilton, whose living room is the perfect example of a black-and-white color scheme done right.

In his former living room, the F1 star used bright white paint alongside deep black furniture (best seen in the first and second photos on the carousel below). He uses wooden architectural features to bring warmth to sections of the black-and-white living room alongside soft accents, such as an area rug and throw, bringing a cozier element to the living room color palette.

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