In a design landscape often dominated by bold palettes and eclectic colour mixes, the resurgence of monochromatic interiors marks a confident return to restraint, elegance, and quiet drama. No longer confined to stark minimalism, today’s monochrome embraces depth through tonal layering, texture play, and refined silhouettes with black taking centre stage as the unexpected hero of the home. This isn’t about playing it safe; it’s about curating a space that speaks in a single, sophisticated voice. From sleek kitchens to moody, cocooning lounges, the monochromatic trend proves that when done well, monochrome is more than enough to make a powerful, enduring statement.

Once considered austere, monochromatic decorating is now being reimagined with warmth, texture, and a touch of luxury. At the heart of this revival is black: bold yet timeless, grounding yet endlessly versatile. In the hands of today’s designers, a single-hue palette becomes a canvas for light, shadow, and layered sophistication. The result? Spaces that can feel calm, cohesive, and undeniably chic — a masterclass in the art of less being so much more.

Whether you’re drawn to dramatic, high-contrast spaces where black takes centre stage, or prefer the subtle allure of tonal layering in soft greys and charcoals, this trend proves there’s no single way to do it right. Minimalist or maximalist, moody or muted, the monochrome approach offers a refined framework that invites personal expression. It’s a celebration of discipline and daring in equal measure, where texture, form, and light do the talking, and a singular palette becomes the ultimate statement in style.

But, once committed to the monochrome way, it only takes one insignificant thing like a light switch or a bathroom extractor fan to jar against your stylistic approach and forever ruin the vibe. This article will take you through all those "other" things that often get forgotten when redecorating, and of course, they're all in black.

Let’s start with ventilation. Bold decisions in bathroom decor are definitely in vogue, and accenting monochromatic extremes is becoming more and more popular. With this in mind, there are several black extractor fans on the market, helping you to maximise this striking opposition vibe. Envirovent’s new black versions of their popular timer and humidistat & timer silent fans have a stylish matt black finish, and there are upgrade options in both black and black marble front covers for their silent design range too. Vent Axia’s popular, constant-running smart fan, the Svara is also now available in black. If round fans are your thing, you can upgrade your Airflow iCON 15 or iCON 30 iris front shutter grille to a smart anthracite finish.

But it’s not just extractor fans that we can upgrade in our bathrooms. There is an abundant array of bathroom lighting in striking black finishes to continue to accent or match our chosen monochrome colour schemes. The Astro 1447001 Nagoya, for example, is a rim-lit adjustable shaving mirror with a bold black articulated arm. Or perhaps a bit of showbiz glam, pairing the Astro 1087007 Cabaret 4 with your mirror for that "dressing room chic" look. If you want to make a statement, the Astro 1450011 Aquina Ceiling light or Astro 1451002 Conic wall light might take your fancy. Alternatively, for a more minimalistic look, you could pair the Bell 10510V2 FireStay Integrated LED Downlight With Colour Temperature Select with the BELL 10563 Matt Black Bezel for Firestay LED.

The finishing touches are covered as well. For instance, the Hamilton 7BCSHSB CFX Gloss Black Dual Voltage Shaver Socket will complement your stylistic choices. But why stop at your bathroom? Perhaps you’d like to continue your monochromatic journey through your home? There is a wide range of black switch and socket options, including matt black, like the Hamilton Hartland 7MBSS2BL-B Matt Black Double Socket as an example, and even striking black nickel, like the BG FBN42 Screwless Flat Plate Black Nickel Double Switch.

Ok, so now you’re on a roll - so let's look at some more decorative lighting options for your other interior spaces. The Astro 1223018 Joel Pendant 170 in Matt Black is a subtle, simple and affordable pendant light, ideal for over kitchen islands or dining tables. Whereas the Astro 1457001 Leda floor lamp is a modern, angular statement in minimalistic design for your reading nook. Perhaps your study could be accentuated with the Astro 1374041 Mondrian 400 LED picture light or the ultra-modern, USB-powered Astro 1468001 Halo desk lamp? For your bedroom, perhaps the compact Astro 1437038 Keta bedside lights with built-in USB-C charging port will take your fancy, or the more classic style Astro 1441001 Edward Wall lamp is more your cup of tea?

Your outdoor spaces don’t need to be left out either. With a wide range of traditional “wrought-iron” styled external wall and porch lights through to more modern aesthetics, we have a large selection of black exterior lighting available. For instance, the BELL 10424 Luna Grande Outdoor Wall Light adds simplistic, contemporary design for your outdoor wall accent up/down lighting. In contrast, the Bell 10358 Retro Coach Lantern’s retro look is updated through its use of a hard-wearing polycarbonate housing mimicking the old-school wrought iron vibe while keeping the fitting lightweight for secure installation as well as corrosion-free. Perhaps you’d like to illuminate your side access alley with some Astro 1338001 Tivola LED Textured Black marker lights or create a night-time paradise by illuminating your borders with the All LED Excalibur 2 6W 240V IP65 LED Spike Lights.

But it doesn’t end there! For all you forward-thinking movers and groovers, perhaps a black EV charger is on the cards, such as the Ohme ePod OHMEX1GB0003-BL 7kW Smart Untethered EV Charger or the Hypervolt HV3PROAAUB050T2 Home 3 Pro Black EV Charger with 5m Cable? You may need an external EV consumer unit as part of your EV charger installation - don’t worry, Lewden has you covered with their anthracite PRO65-REV40AS IP65 Metal EV Consumer Unit!

Or perhaps you have an exposed consumer unit in your hallway? Well, in for a penny, in for a pound, and once again, Lewden have come to your rescue with their 10-Way PRO-R10B-R1S or 19-way PRO-R19B-R1S RCBO Black Consumer Unit complete with pre-wired SPD Kit!

If you ever needed proof that black is back, this collection of black products is but a fraction of the products we have on site to meet your monochrome needs.