Some negative spaces are good in the sense that they provide a respite for the eye, however some just draws the eye to the blank empty space instead of directing them to products. The photo below shows a shelving unit with more negative space than it does products. To address this, additional inventory is needed. More shelves added and spaced closer to each other. 
NEGATIVE SPACE and its impact on product displays
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I agree, as mentioned, negative space CAN be a good thing especially for premium price point merchandise that begs for lower spatial intensity. Thanks for your comment