While positive space refers to areas which are occupied within a room, negative space in interior design is that which exists around the furniture, artwork, décor, and so on.

Barbara Hepworth explored ideas of positive and negative space in many of her sculptures. She often pierced solid masses of stone, wood and plaster with holes to create abstract, empty spaces.

Deliver dimension Include surfaces with positive and negative space to provide a little drama. To embellish a client’s ceiling, Westbrooks designed a three-dimensional millwork detail.

Barbara Hepworth explored ideas of positive and negative space in many of her sculptures. She often pierced solid masses of stone, wood and plaster with holes to create abstract, empty spaces.

California designer Kerrie Kelly applied the same strategy in a minimalist bathroom. Thanks to ample negative space, all eyes are on the beautifully veined marble tiles. Limit wall color ...