2 Dark Colors in Small Rooms With No Windows Create the Illusion of Space
Contrary to popular belief, you actually don’t have to paint a small room white to make it feel bigger.
In a dark, windowless room, painting it a dark color like black or navy blue will create depth.
This is because dark paint colors tend to recede providing the illusion that the wall is further away from you than it really is.
We used navy blue tile as a focal point behind the sink in this tiny bathroom with deep navy blue walls to hide shadows, making the compact space seem wider.