A beautifully decorated room is appealing, couple that with an amazing view and you have these 25 spectacular designs from around the globe. A running river, the waters flapping on the ocean, or the sun coming over the mountainside all can be seen from the terraces of these beautiful private residences and villas available for rent.
Architect:Saota
Just beyond this two story high living area lies the ocean. Step out onto the veranda and you are on the sea.
Architect:Saota
This pool side seating area has sectional seating and dining areas to sit out and catch the sun casting its light on the mountains as it rises. This view doubles down and also provides the ocean as its secondary backdrop.
Architect:Saota
This ocean view villa has been designed with decadence. Straight lines on the upholstery has been coupled with curves in the accessories and lighting. The convertible door opens to an infinity pool that seems to drop right into the seas below.
Source:Mallorca Gold
This luxury residence in Mallorca, Balearic Islands features contemporary furnishings and a wall of windows that slide open to the sun deck, infinity pool and the Balearic Sea.
This villa is just minutes from Cannes and sits on Villefranche, giving guests panoramic views of the Cap Ferrat and the Mediterranean.
Architect:Saota
This circular sunroom boasts views of the town just beyond, the mountains, and the waters below.
This impeccably designed room gains its warmth from solid wood floors just beside the tile, stone and wood fireplace and the setting sun over the seas.
Source:Go2Africa
This upscale South African villa can be yours, for the night with rates starting at $1100. This 5 bedroom penthouse is situated on Camps Bay nestled in the Twelve Apostles Mountains. The crème on crème living room features heated floors and the kitchen is just a few steps up. From the large infinity pool guests can enjoy the beautiful view of the Atlantic Ocean.
Source:Samjuana
The bottom level of this outdoor living area has a wrap around infinity pool, bar area, and sun deck. You can find this lavish private villa on a hillside overlooking a private beach on the Gulf of Thailand.
Architect:Eric Miller
This Carmel by the Sea home was designed with the idea of showing off the view, not the home itself according to architect Eric Miller. Dubbed the Pelican House, the contemporary home sits on the Monterey Peninsula. The windows spanning the living area were custom made allow the home owners to enjoy the sea and even pelicans that often fly by.
Visualizer:Ibrahem Magdy
This living room has lovely views of the Persian Gulf from the windows of this chalet. The low profile settees that line the windows offer seating without obstructing the view.
Source:B&B Italia
Everything in this aesthetic living room is functional, yet light in design. Nothing heavy is used. The spotlight is on the walls of windows that display the beautiful mountain view.
Visualizer:Black Box
It is an outdoor living space when the doors are opened, welcoming in the sounds of the rushing waves. This living area features stone, leather, and contemporary lines proving that your beach front home can be decorated in any style.
Visualizer:Giuseppe Burgio
These two levels depict work and relaxation, respectively. The view outside the glass helps in both. Rushing water and craggy terrain bring an atmosphere of serenity.
Several groups of seating are present with a conversations areas, an area for watching television and outdoor seating for soaking up the sun. All of these arrangements have one focal point, this beautiful view of the water.
Visualizer:Alla Kogan
This combined living and dining area in a high rise building has a patio to look down and enjoy the view of a bustling city and the ocean beyond.
Source:The Agency
The city lights provide the backdrop to this contemporary living area. Residents can listen to the sounds of the town or close the sliding doors and just enjoy the view.
Visualizer:Dominic Maslik
This ultra modern living room has views of the Sydney Harbor Bridge and the beautiful waters of the Sydney Harbor.
Visualizer:Sakis Xim
When the Empire State Building is outside your window, you leave the window coverings out of your design plan. Simple, low profile furninshings provide an uncomplicated and timeless design.
Visualizer:747 Studios PHOTOGRAPHY & CGI
Beneath the second story walkway is a living room with pops of color and a wall of bookshelves. Sitting down with a good book and enjoying this view would be spectacular.
Visualizer:Hai Peng
Situated in the middle of Saigon’s Ho Chi Minh City, this panoramic penthouse offers double height windows and a beautiful city view. Dark wood floors, dramatic lighting and lots of color this living area is all about opulence and drama.
Visualizer:Phan Nguyen
Visualizer:Phiung Asia
This living room in Asia has a beautiful view of a rainy day in the mountain range.
Visualizer:Dmitri Reviakin
This minimalist decor of this living room serves the view of the Swiss countryside well. The focus is on the view, making it important to not have a cluttered room.
Visualizer:Deniz Duran
The wood stove and simple sleek design of this living area has a perfect backdrop, a foggy lake and mountain view.
Studio apartments are becoming popular all over the world. In some places this is out of necessity, there simply isn’t enough space to build new housing. Some builders are trying this new concept out of a desire to conserve energy and space, and to help others who are looking to simplify their lives. The open floor plan, sometimes less expensive rates, and lower energy bills are some reasons the latest generations are flocking to space saving flats. As we will show you in these 4 fabulous studio apartments, down-sizing doesn’t mean giving up on style. To the contrary, it often gives one a chance to show their style in concentrated areas.
Visualizer:Julia Butova
This one bedroom apartment uses space wisely, but doesn’t compromise when it comes to style. A white backdrop keeps this living room bright and airy. A low back color block sectional provides seating with and adds color to the room. The floor to ceiling geometric iron wall plaque emphasizes the height of the ceiling.
Visualizer:Juliya Butova
Another view of the living area shows the box cutout in the ceiling that has an unfinished look. The flow of the seating works well in the rectangular shaped room that leads to the doorway.
Visualizer:Juliya Butova
Here we get a great shot of the window that provides the lighting and highlights the beauty of the light ash floors.
Visualizer:Juliya Butova
The wall is stepped back slightly, giving a spot for stereo equipment and storage. Next to the large screen television is a unique piece of art used to share a quote with visitors.
Visualizer:Juliya Butova
In this room, space is saved with bed mats placed right on the floor giving the room a Zen quality. Uncomplicated shelves are used above the bed as a bookshelf.
Visualizer:Juliya Butova
Even a nice seating area is possible in this space. The yellow from the pillows just across the room is used in this mat seating and abstract art gives the room even more personality. Swing arm wall lamp are used generously throughout.
The kitchen right off of the bedroom features straight lines and has a natural wood look to the panel cabinets. The counter extends out into a white bar providing seating.
Visualizer:Juliya Butova
These black webbed chairs add a touch of whimsy. To the right we get a shot of the wooden platform used in the bedroom.
Visualizer:Juliya Butova
A large black pendant lamp hangs over the bar. Shelves in the kitchen, like the rest of the room were kept simple and functional.
Visualizer:Oksana Zayats
This monochromatic studio apartment is where function meets fashion. All in this one room is where you will find the bedroom, closet, living, and kitchen. Just behind the grey shuttered doors is the wardrobe. The rug indicates the seating area.
Visualizer:Oksana Zayats
The melamine cabinets are sleek. Two plaid upscale bean bag chairs and small table serve as a sitting area.
Visualizer:Oksana Zayats
A mirror reflects the door and opens up the space further. Two pendant lights shine down on the gold storage ottoman.
Visualizer:Oksana Zayats
In the foyer we find black textured walls, wood floors that extend up to make a baseboard, and storage cabinets that blend into the wall.
Visualizer:Oksana Zayats
Next to the black door, art panels in geometric shapes are hung.
A projector hangs from the ceiling with the screen just over the bed for movie night. Colorful abstract art leans on the wall behind the bed. The wood floors seem to have creeped up the wall, giving the bed a headboard.
Visualizer:Oksana Zayats
Green was used on the opposite wall that surrounds the picture window that looks down on the city below.
Visualizer:Oksana Zayats
The bathroom of this flat is just as minimalistic as the rest of the home. Grey and crème tile was used on the floor and walls.
Visualizer:Oksana Zayats
A tankless commode is used, saving space and conserving water.
Visualizer:Oksana Zayats
Panel doors hide bathroom essentials and linens and the counter top is left uncluttered.
Source:Alvem
This shabby chic studio apartment uses an eclectic mix of furnishings, foliage, and varying textiles to carry off its look.
Source:Alvem
A blue chenille sofa is paired with cane chairs and decked out with microfiber pillows in pink and gold.
Source:Alvem
A pull out desk to the left of the living area provides a spot for getting a little work done or having a meal.
Source:Alvem
Around the room greenery and bamboo abound. Here we see the quarter wall that divides the living area from the resting area.
Source:Alvem
A simple light wood leaning bookshelf provides a space for accessories and storage.
Source:Alvem
The inside of the dividing wall has nooks for books. Lighting for the space is provided by two wall lamps.
Source:Alvem
The use of the dividing wall gives privacy without closing off the living room.
Source:Alvem
This galley kitchen dons all white, making it appear larger. The straight lines and lack of hardware elongates the room and keeps the look clean.
Source:Alvem
The window at the far side of the kitchen helps to open up the space and provides sunlight.
Visualizer:Alexandra Paul
Lavish can be used to describe the one-room loft. Going small doesn’t mean skimping on luxury. A small right arm sofa component with wood table is used with an oval coffee table.
Visualizer:Alexandra Paul
The bedroom, living, and dining can all be seen from this one spot. This two seat bar table sits just behind the sofa.
Visualizer:Alexandra Paul
The stone wall that holds the television is dotted for an added visual effect in the room. Also on the wall is a sofa table providing storage and a small desk area. Pendant lighting in different shapes and finishes add to the opulence.
Visualizer:Alexandra Paul
Everything in this apartment has a low profile, keeping all views unobstructed and making the space appear larger. Here, dark wood floors are coupled with a beige rug.
A glass partition is used between the living and bedroom to provide privacy.
Visualizer:Alexandra Paul
The bedrooms back wall is done in wood paneling and seems to be encased in glass. Gold sheers can be pulled to give extra privacy.
Visualizer:Alexandra Paul
The back wall is used to share special places in art, hatboxes and accessories in lilac add an air of femininity. Low nightstands with simple legs provide storage without taking over the room.
Visualizer:Alexandra Paul
The foyer gives us another look at those detailed concrete walls. Black framed art is used mimicking the black in the door.
Visualizer:Alexandra Paul
This mirrored wall is actually a door. The closet and storage space is just behind it.
Dark isn’t the first theme that comes to mind when designing a kitchen. Stereotypical assumptions are of white and bright kitchens matched by light wood—something like the color of breakfast pancakes. Have you ever thought otherwise? Perhaps something like a modern dark kitchen?
We’ve got a collection of stunning spaces sure to switch up your vision. This black kitchen design inspiration is the sexiest interior design can muster. All divulging in shades of black, navy, or dark brown, they add what white kitchens cannot—a seductive allure that says sleekness and sophistication at the same time. Take a peek at some brilliant interiors on the darker side to see if a modern luxury black kitchen could be for you.
Modern Dark Kitchen Design Ideas to Inspire Your Next Renovation
1. Make it an All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:Design At Sketch
Almost completely covered in black, a few minor elements shine in chrome and wood in this kitchen interior. We love how the textures do the talking, especially through the matte table under black wood-panelled walls. But having an open approach like this means that every one of your accessories on display—including knives, wine glasses, mugs, cutting boards, teapots, cookie jars, etc.—need to be on point.
2. Add Wooden Elements
Visualizer:Bogdan Tovstyy
This black beauty edges towards wooden elements. We see a speckled floor, a white wall, and a central bench. Rounded black lamps hover over the island, providing functionality and style. If you’re wondering how visual intrigue is added to this modern black kitchen… a huge credit goes to the abstract art!
3. Complement the Black Kitchen with Orange
Source:Vancouver House
A bit of curve rounds out the hard edges—adding some much-needed warmth. This wave-design bench leads up to an orange-hued enclave in this black-and-silver interior. The burnt orange sure makes a design statement (apart from the unique central island).
4. Keep Your Dark Modern Kitchen Simple
Visualizer:Panda Fox Studios
A simplistic look makes this black kitchen a winner. We see the basics: a light floor, a black minimalist island, and sleek cabinetry. But the contrast between light and dark keeps the ambiance interesting, while the large window welcomes plenty of natural light.
5. Make it Dark… Or Not?
Visualizer:Who Cares Design
If you’re eyeing a dark kitchen aesthetic but are hesitant to make the change, this is it. Introducing more light, this black kitchen is hardly dark at all. Black benches, cabinetry, fixtures and stools are intersected by large-panel windows, a white shelving stand and light flooring.
6. Make Use of Asymmetry in the Black Modern Kitchen
Visualizer:Visual Method
This modern black kitchen takes another angle on this kaleidoscopic space, breaking all spatial boundaries. Black and glass alternate in this chic kitchen as the interesting ceiling design keeps the space unconventional. We’ve also got to appreciate the cherry blossoms, doubling as decor even within the interior.
7. Factor in Some Warmth
Source:Modulnova
This warmer-looking kitchen makes a move to brown. It strategically achieves the purpose with the use of wood. This not only introduces natural textures but also makes the ambiance inviting. Talk about a modern style that’s equal parts welcoming!
8. Place a White Island in a Black Modern Kitchen
Visualizer:Jean Regauer
An instant way to brighten up a dark kitchen (we mean, get the best of both worlds)? This kitchen space shows us how by using a white island on a black floor. The backsplash further enhances this dark-and-light effect, while the cowhide rug adds just the right amount of coziness.
9. Make Marble Your Best Friend
Architect:Chamberlain Javens Architects
If you’re looking to create a modern luxury black kitchen, you know what you’ve got to do: Go big on marble! This natural stone adds the luxe factor to any space, especially as a large, central island, as seen in the kitchen above. You can also add it through the backsplash.
10. Make it Mysterious
Visualizer:Tomek Michalski
You can double the visual intrigue in your all black kitchen by adding some mystery. In this kitchen, mood-lighting sets the scene in black and grey, while a marbled bench acts as the hero. The back inlet and flooring create contrast and depth. Taken together, these elements make the space an interesting one.
11. Layer Gray and Gold
Visualizer:Mitaka Dimov
Black kitchens are cool, but what if we layer in gray and add accents of gold? This stunning kitchen space uses gray flooring to add diversity to the otherwise black palette. The thick gold panel is one way that makes the space look incredibly high-end.
12. Add French Style to Black Kitchen Design
Visualizer:Aeroslon
Make your kitchen both modern and French with traditional black cabinetry. In this space, standing armoires act as sinks, and all other displayed items remain black. The stark white clock can surely act as the focal point of the space!
13. Consider Soft Elements
Visualizer:Julia Sultanova
Rough, light wood and low-hanging white lights set this kitchen interior a world apart. You can also notice a layer of light gray cabinetry, adding variation to the otherwise dark color palette. These elements factor in softness to the black kitchen design.
14. Let the Accessories Do the Talking
Photographer:Mikko Ryhänen
In this black-and-wood creation, the accessories take center stage in adorning the interior. We love the houseplant, but the crockery deserves a special mention for doubling as decor. The light oakwood backdrop further warms the space up.
15. Consider a Matte All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:HDR Designer
Neat square panels perfectly line up to emphasize the stark black minimalism that is at play here. We love how the cabinetry is matte black with no hardware, adding a sense of simplicity. The herb planters are a healthy green addition to bring the otherwise simple space.
16. Add Some Stencilling to Black Kitchens
Visualizer:Julia Sultanova
Fine lines and stencilling set this monochromatic space apart. Lined by black magnetic lights, black stencils and glossy white facades, it makes its mark on a light wooden floor.
17. Build a Shape Out of Black
Visualizer:Huso
18. Create a Modern Dark Kitchen with Gradients
Visualizer:Mario Nogueira
If you’re wondering how the intrigue in this space is working… It’s the gradients from black, to charcoal, to light grey. White surrounds in the walls and a monochromatic hanging light. This clever design technique makes sure the space is anything but boring, even if it’s using mere neutrals (minus the stunning orange dining chairs, of course).
19. Leverage Black Textures
Visualizer:Nefeli Kallianou
One instant way to add interest to a black kitchen is with textures, as seen in this metallic matte kitchen. This accounts for decorative presence in the light and bright space, providing character to an otherwise simple room.
20. Work on the Functionality of the Modern Dark Kitchen
Visualizer:İbrahim Ethem KISACIK
This dark modern kitchen makes sure it’s as functional as is stylish. The central island is paired with a black dining table, while all necessary appliances are fixed into the cabinetry. We also see pendant lights and lighting under the hood providing just the right illumination.
21. Create a Modern Classic All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:A&L Interior Design
Folks seeking an inviting all black kitchen can look towards this modern classic space. It merges contemporary elements (through sleek black cabinetry) with traditional ones (as seen in the wooden backsplash) to bring together the best of both worlds.
22. Put Essentials on Display in Your Modern Black Kitchen Interior
Visualizer:Polygon
Yet another kitchen that uses black and wooden elements to create a dark-themed interior. What sets this one apart is the hanging pans. They do offer easy access as the residents cook, but they also double as decor! (Note how the pans also use black and wooden elements to stay coherent with the theme).
23. Add the Industrial Style to the All Black Kitchen
Via:Emotion School
Industrial style lovers, rejoice! This is THE inspiration to set up your favorite interior design style, the dark way. This kitchen uses rustic wood and exposed elements for the ceiling to create an industrial black kitchen interior.
24. Make a Statement with Black Chunky Lamps
Via:HomePicture.in
All eyes on the two chunky lamps hanging in this monochromatic setting. They do add focus but also allow the contrasting white inset to shine. Not to forget the central island, providing plenty of storage space.
25. Make Room for Keepsakes
Visualizer:Maxim Goryachev
There’s nothing like personalizing your space to who YOU are. This kitchen serves the purpose by adding keepsakes and heirlooms. Also, black leaves room for details, so it’s one of the best colors to use if you’re hoping to display knick-knacks.
26. Use Black to Add Intimacy
Visualizer:Helen Bank
Who says dark colors make small spaces feel smaller? We only see black adding luxury to this compact space (with some credit to the white flooring adding brightness). This kitchen—with black marble backsplash—speaks opulence, and for all the right reasons!
27. Enhance Black Kitchen Design with Patterns
Visualizer:Ksenia Lenski
This black kitchen interior makes a design statement with the patterned marble island. Its sleek metallic legs lift it off the floor, creating an illusion of space. Simultaneously, the textured inset makes sure visual interest is added.
28. Don’t Forget a Black and White Rug
Visualizer:Nada Aboelrous
If you’re not in for a complete kitchen renovation, simply painting your cabinets black and adding a black-and-white patterned rug will achieve the purpose! We love how this kitchen keeps sets the base with white and tops it with black.
29. Let the Lighting Make a Statement in the All Black Kitchen
Architect:Artpartner Architects
When everything else is understated, letting the lighting create a statement is a good idea. This matte black kitchen interior uses rod lighting to do the talking. It sticks to the all black kitchen color scheme, though!
30. Tone it Down
Visualizer:Valeria Mosolova
This open floor plan uses dark gray throughout, showing us that black can work in more spaces than the kitchen 😉 It sure makes a design statement for those cooking and dining—or lounging!
31. Consider a Black and Wooden Bar
Visualizer:Amir Emami
This is the ultimate modern luxury black kitchen! After all, what’s better than displaying your favorite collection of beer right behind the black kitchen island? The low-hanging pendant lights also add to the black kitchen design.
32. Add the Gothic Vibe
Visualizer:Sebastian Lorio
This dark-gray kitchen is super simple with its sleek, hardware-less cabinetry. Well, except the far left end. Here, we see a statement piece of art and intriguing layered lighting created a focal point.
33. Stick to the Minimalist Style for Black Kitchens
Visualizer:Miguel A. Ramos
This compact kitchen space follows the simple rule: white walls paired with black cabinetry and an island. Even in this nook, the space is able to make a style statement while providing optimal functionality. The window here gives a contrasting element of light to the otherwise dark modern kitchen.
34. Layer Lighting in the All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:Tatiana Durnescu
We see shades of gray and black coming together to bring this modern dark kitchen to life. What we especially love is the multiple types of lighting, all layered together to bring visual interest to the space.
35. Set the Backdrop For Your Living Space
Visualizer:Sasha Zolotukhin
