# Elegant Black-and-White Interior Spaces Raúl Sánchez Architects Creates a Modern Open-Plan Abode By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-10-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackandwhite-interior-space References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/10/16/raul-sanchez-architects-barcelona-apartment-interiors/) & [raulsanchezarchitects](https://raulsanchezarchitects.com/) Raúl Sánchez Architects refurbishes an apartment in Barcelona, Spain and as a result, creates a black-and-white interior space that harbors contemporary sensibilities. The layout of the abode is strongly defined, by contrast, boasting subtle abstractness with lines and shapes. Commissioned by a bachelor, the architecture firm creates a welcoming and well-lit contemporary setting with an open-plan that allows for a fluid communication between living areas. The apartment includes a master bedroom, a sleeping quarters for the occasional quest, a lavish kitchen, a bathroom, and a living space. While these areas are created with function in mind, the [black-and-white interior design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaulted-monochrome-haus) — from the exquisite [marbled kitchen countertops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marcela-cure) to the multi-textured glass wall that encloses the bedroom, boasts a strikingly contemporary setting and an unforgettable aesthetic. Photo Credits: [José Hevia](https://www.josehevia.es/en/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Black-and-white Interiors:** Opportunity for interior designers to experiment with contemporary and abstract designs using a classic color scheme. - **Open-plan Living:** Opportunity for architects to design welcoming and functional interiors that encourage fluid communication between living areas. - **Multi-textured Materials:** Opportunity for materials suppliers to provide innovative solutions for creating textural contrast in a monochrome interior. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Interior Design:** Professionals in this industry can incorporate contemporary aesthetics into classic color schemes to create high-end living spaces. - **Architecture:** Professionals in this industry can design functional and beautiful living spaces that incorporate an open-plan design. - **Materials Supply:** Professionals in this industry can innovate new materials to create textural contrast in monochrome interiors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Golden Divider Apartment Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ral-snchez.md) - [Compact White-Painted Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whitepainted-modern-home.md) - [Vibrant Tonal Spanish Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colombo-and-serboli-architecture-1.md) - [Ultra-Slick Modern Apartment Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-apartment-interior.md) - [Compact Madrid Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burr-studio-1.md) - [Hand-Fan Plan Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cometa-architects.md) - [Tiled Refurbished Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parramon-tahull.md) - [Bathroom-Centric Dubai Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-studio.md) - [Monochrome Living Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grigio-verde.md)