10 Favorite Rooms with a Touch of Black

a touch of black in the entry foyer marble floor — Suzanne Kasler

Happy Monday, chic readers! We hope you had an amazing weekend. Today, we are channeling fall (even though it was 93 degrees yesterday) and celebrating a touch of black.

a touch of black desk in the office — Tucker & Marks

Nothing grounds a room and creates chic contrast quite like the right amount of black.

a touch of black Alyssa Rosenheck design — Alyssa Rosenheck

From black cabinetry, molding and trim contrasted with white furnishings,

a touch of black in steel doors — McGill Design Group- Plum Furniture

To black-lined cabinets that add a hint of the hue,

a touch of black in art and floor lamp in living room of Alison Cayne — One Kings Lane

To stunning neutral spaces with just a touch of the color that every single room must have a hint of, a touch of black is one our favorite ways to create instant style in a home.

Suzanne Kasler via Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles

A grand piano might the ultimate, of course–especially if you can actually play it–

a touch of black in the kitchen with black pendants — Serena & Lily

But something unexpected like these ceiling details is equally as incredible.

a touch of black in the kitchen with The Fox Group — The Fox Group

From a beyond stunning range,

bedroom with black 4 poster bed — Serena & Lily

To a lovely canopy bed (and floors!),

a touch of black screen door on porch — BHG

To a charming screen door, every space is better with a touch of black! Do you agree that every room needs a bit of this favorite shade?

Thanks so much for making Design Chic a part of your day. We always love seeing you here!

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More Tour Dates for The Southern Side of Paradise

September 9th, 2019: Prologue Event with The Star News and WHQR, The MC Erny Gallery, 254 N. Front Street #300, Wilmington, NC, 12 noon, Free and Open to the Public. Book sales by Two Sisters Bookery.

September 12-15, 2019: Southern Independent Booksellers Association Discovery Show, Spartanburg, SC.

September 13, 2019: Cover Reveal for Feels Like Falling! All day. Follow @kristywharvey on Instagram for exclusive giveaways and information.

September 15, 2019: SIBA Gallery Writers Breakfast, Azalea Ballroom, Spartanburg, SC, 7:30-9 am, with Mary Alice Monroe, Lynn Cullen and Kristin Harmel, Emcee: Kimberly Taws Daniels of The Country Bookshop.

September 25, 2019: New Bern, NC Book Club, Private Event.

October 16, 2019: Kristy will “take over” A Novel Bee Facebook Group all day. Visit the page for fun guests and giveaways.

October 17, 2019: Clinton, SC Multi Book Club Event. Private.

October 18, 2019: “W.I.S.E” Fireside Chat with Chef Vivian Howard, Rene Chou from WRAL and Chief Justice Beasley, emceed by Kate Daniels, Walnut Creek Country Club, Goldsboro, NC, VIP experience 5-5:30, Program begins at 6:30.

January 3-5, 2020: Best of Our State with Our State, Pinehurst Resort, Pinehurst, NC. Celebrate North Carolina with Our State as the magazine “comes to life” with music, history, humor, storytelling, art, and food at the Pinehurst Resort. The Best of Our State is a lively weekend of learning and luxury designed to rejuvenate the senses to begin the new year. Click here for more information and tickets.

January 21, 2020: United Way Pitt County Annual Fundraiser, Greenville, NC.

February 13-16, 2020: Savannah Book Festival, Savannah, GA.

February 22, 2020: Ladies Luncheon and Signing Event at the Beaufort Hotel, Beaufort, NC.

April 28, 2020: Feels Like Falling Releases! We are working hard on the Feels Like Falling tour. We can’t wait to share all tour dates with you in January!

FOR MORE INSPIRATION VISIT OUR INSTAGRAMAND PINTEREST AND OUR TOP TEN POSTS OF 2017 HERE AND TOP TEN POSTS OF 2018 HERE

In Good Taste: Alyssa Rosenheck Photography

paint — Chad James Group – Alyssa Rosenheck Photography

We’ve said it before, and we’ll probably say it again: Fabulous furnishings are nothing without stunning photography. Perfectly filled bookcases look off balance, ideally proportioned chairs look too small… The list goes on and on and on. But, in the hands of a skilled professional, each room looks just as chicly amazing as it does in real life–and in the mind of the designer who dreamed it.

This is undoubtedly a tricky space to style. We never would have put this together, but it’s fabulous!

Alyssa Rosenheck Photography living-room — Katie Gibson Interiors – Alyssa Rosenheck Photography

The femininity of the furnishings pair beautifully with more masculine dark wood and horns. Perfect for every member of the family!

kitchen Alyssa Rosenheck Photography — Redo Homes – Alyssa Rosenheck Photography

Gold and silver mix so well in this kitchen. This is statement lighting at its finest. And that range hood? So good!

A shock of blue lacquer is fabulous against this neutral backdrop.

All white is just right in this luxe kitchen.

And wow…

Alyssa Rosenheck Photography kitchen — Redo Home – Alyssa Rosenheck Photography

We love everything about this kitchen! Isn’t that tiny desk the best use of space? And the wine becomes a decoration. So lovely!

bedroom. Alyssa Rosenheck Photography — The Iron Gate – Alyssa Rosenheck Photography

We would never have thought to put a pendant in a bedroom, but it works so well in this spot. It’s cozy and charming.

Alyssa Rosenheck Photography bedroom — Redo Home

What a fun way to learn your numbers! This bedroom is too, too adorable!

bathroom Alyssa Rosenheck Photography — Redo Home –

This soaking tub pairs extraordinarily with these beautiful rugs.

The juxtaposition of the raw wood ceiling with the crystal chandelier is gorgeous. The entire space makes a one-of-a-kind statement.

And, thanks to the lens of Alyssa Roseheck Photography that captured it all so well, we are sure you agree. We hope your day is wonderful!

Thanks so much to everyone who has been so supportive of my Peachtree Bluff series. If you haven’t read Slightly South of Simple or The Secret to Southern Charm, pick up your copies before The Southern Side of Paradise (NOW AVAILABLE FOR PREORDER!) releases May 7, 2019!

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HAPPY TUESDAY, FRIENDS!

In Good Taste: Alyssa Rosenheck Photography

paint. Alyssa Rosenheck Photography — Chad James Group – Alyssa Rosenheck Photography

We’ve said it before, and we’ll probably say it again: Fabulous furnishings are nothing without stunning photography. Perfectly filled bookcases look off balance, ideally proportioned chairs look too small… The list goes on and on and on. But, in the hands of a skilled professional, each room looks just as chicly amazing as it does in real life–and in the mind of the designer who dreamed it. One glance at the amazing photos by Alyssa Rosenheck, and we’re sure you’ll agree!

Alyssa Rosenheck Photography entrance — Austin Bean Design– Alyssa Rosenheck Photography

This is undoubtedly a tricky space to style. We never would have put this together, but it’s fabulous!

living-room Alyssa Rosenheck Photography — Katie Gibson Interiors – Alyssa Rosenheck Photography

The femininity of the furnishings pair beautifully with more masculine dark wood and horns. Perfect for every member of the family!

Gold and silver mix so well in this kitchen. This is statement lighting at its finest. And that range hood? So good!

A shock of blue lacquer is fabulous against this neutral backdrop.

All white is just right in this luxe kitchen.

And wow…

We love everything about this kitchen! Isn’t that tiny desk the best use of space? And the wine becomes a decoration. So lovely!

If we were going to describe this room in one room it would be luxurious. Soft pink feels so sweetly relaxing.

We would never have thought to put a pendant in a bedroom, but it works so well in this spot. It’s cozy and charming.

What a fun way to learn your numbers! This bedroom is too, too adorable!

This soaking tub pairs extraordinarily with these beautiful rugs.

wood Alyssa Rosenheck Photography — Jason Arnold – Alyssa Rosenheck Photography

The juxtaposition of the raw wood ceiling with the crystal chandelier is gorgeous. The entire space makes a one-of-a-kind statement.

And, thanks to the lens that captured it all so well, we are sure you agree. We hope your first day of spring is filled with buds and beauty!

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Speaking of Spring Break, my latest novel, THE SECRET TO SOUTHERN CHARM, releases on April 3, right in the thick of Spring Break! And, Southern Living just named it one of its “Best Spring Break Reads.” Hooray! Now is the perfect time to preorder!

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Going Green

From a gorgeous kitchen to chic bedding to Mother Nature’s finest gifts, going green has never looked so good. Take a peek at some of our favorite green to get your weekend started on the right foot! Click here and here to add a little more green to your life!

abstract-art — Alyssa Rosenheck Photography

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