Black Walls. A New Trend??

Lately, in several different magazines, I have noticed the use of black paint as the main wall color and then today I came across a post on Apartment Therapy mentioning the use of black walls in small spaces. What do you think? Does anyone have black walls (or a wall) in their home? Chalkboard painted walls don't count. ; ) 

 I love the look of this dining room! Keeping the furniture and other accents on the lighter side save this room from looking like a cave.

(photo from Apartment Therapy)

The paneled walls look fantastic and check out the black and white striped wall in the other room!

(photo from Apartment Therapy)

Black and white bedroom... Nice.

(photo from Apartment Therapy)

Great looking room. Love the mirrored coffee table.

(photo from Color Buzz)

How about black in the kitchen? The turquoise doors looks amazing with the rest of the room. 

(photo from Apartment Intervention)