Be inspired by this modern monochrome apartment in Lancashire

A striking floral display greets visitors as they walk through the door in this minimal hallway.

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Ikea

A monochrome palette lends this minimalist living room a modern, masculine edge. A selection of leather seating, glass and Perspex tables, chrome light fittings and delicate window treatments give an undeniably coherent look.

Sofa and armchair
Stocktons
Coffee table
Dwell

Sleek high-gloss cabinetry with a contrasting tiled splashback and black Silestone worktop add visual impact to this modern kitchen. This space is bathed in light, which is bounced around by the lacquered surfaces and white walls.

Cabinetry
Magnet
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Tile Depot

Black accent colours give the decor a crisp finish. Photographs and wall lights have been mounted on clear black acrylic for dramatic effect.

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Habitat

A unique desk, stainless-steel armchair and distinctive geometric wall art create a stunning look in this home office. Keeping the palette limited to black and grey stops this scheme from becoming too busy. The telescope is great for watching passing boats and birdlife.

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John Lewis

Black accents look sophisticated in this symmetrical bedroom. Modern artwork depicting scenes of the ocean create a relaxed ambience. This is complemented by the pretty floral display and striped cushions.

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Heal's 

The monochrome theme is continued in the bathroom, where alternating walls of black and white porcelain tiles provide a stunning backdrop to gleaming sanitaryware. Coordinated towels and accessories complete the look.

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Bathstore

Covering the walls entirely in black makes an eye-catching feature in this simple shower room.

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Cooke & Lewis at B&Q

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