Home workspaces frequently encroach on living spaces, bedrooms, and even our hallways. To address this spatial conundrum, it makes sense to seek out compact office furniture designs, particularly smaller desk chairs that won’t overwhelm the setting. To help you choose a small desk chair that will suit your space, we’ve drawn together 25 designs that convey style, comfort, and practicality. We’ve pulled colorfully upholstered chairs for bold personalities, sleek designs for serious professionals, and faux fur coziness for the at-home worker who’s always cold. You’ll also find a varied cross-section of swivel chairs, office chairs on wheels, as well as sturdy, stationery designs to keep you anchored in workflow.
Small Wooden Desk Chair
Poplar and plywood build the frame of this sturdy yet elegant office chair, while PU leather creates a soft seat and backrest. Four legs firmly plant you at your desk but a 360º swivel action lets you get in and out without wrenching your back. Dimensions: 21.26"W x 23.23"D x 29.72"H with a seat height of 18.11".
Faux Fur Small Desk Chair
If you find yourself feeling chilly in a drafty home office, a faux fur desk chair could be the cozy answer you’ve been looking for. The fluffy white seat on this inviting little number is like a hug from an uncharacteristically friendly Polar Bear. Dimensions: 23.6"D x 24"W x 35.4"H.
Small Desk And Chair Set
A tight corner can make a pretty effective home workspace. This small white corner desk and chair set does the job on a budget. The height-adjustable swivel chair maneuvers easily on heavy-duty casters, while the MDF desk offers convenient storage and a 1500W power outlet for charging devices on short cables.
Channel Tufted Small Desk Chair
Channel tufting gives this lightly colored desk chair added interest and extra comfort. A rocking function with a 16° tilt facilitates different sitting positions to ease the spine during working hours. Dimensions: 18"D x 41.7"W x 30.3"H.
Small Rocking Desk Chair
This rocking desk chair offers a gentle back-and-forth swing range of 90-135°, easing back pain and supporting mental focus in sensory seekers. The form-hugging backrest and armrests enhance the comfort factor. Dimensions 23.2"W x 23.6"D x 35"-39.7"H.
Small Desk Chair For Bedroom
In a bedroom, it can be pretty tough to relax when you have your home office sitting right next to you. Take away some of that office clutter by choosing a transparent acrylic desk chair. Out of sight is out of mind. Dimensions: 21"D x 21"W x 34.5"H.
Small Boucle Desk Chair
Vintage vibes shine from the chic gold base and black bouclé seat of this sophisticated desk chair design. Striking in its simplicity, this is a piece that will merge with most design schemes in all areas of the home. Dimensions: 23.62"D x 22.83"W x 31.89"H.
Foldable Desk Chair For Small Spaces
Want ALL of the back support but none of the visual clutter? A foldable backrest allows this high-backed desk chair to slide away neatly beneath a desk when not needed. Alternatively, you can flip up the armrests to push the chair in tight to the desktop without fully folding away. Dimensions: 24"D x 24"W x 35"H.
Curved Small Desk Chair
Smooth out your home workspace decor with this curvaceous desk chair design. Its cool curved seat is made from two wood rounds and crisply contrasting white polyurethane upholstery. A five-caster chrome base allows you to zip across to the filing cabinet in a flash. Dimensions: 21.26’‘W x 21.26’‘D x 32.09’‘H.
Green Velvet Small Desk Chair
Give a stuffy home workspace a breath of invigorating color with this plush green velvet desk chair. A barrel silhouette with an arched supportive back and a lustrous gold base finish off the rich aesthetic. Dimensions: 29.53’‘H X 20.08’‘W X 20.47’‘D.
Mid-century Modern Small Desk Chair
A mid-century modern-inspired marvel, this snazzy desk chair features an olive green PU leather seat, a woven rattan backrest, and solid beech wood armrests. Chrome spokes complete the rolling retro vibe. Dimensions: 34.6’‘H X 21.45’‘W X 21.7’‘D.
Chrome and Leather Desk Chair For Small Spaces
Looking handsome and tanned in PU leather, this ribbed desk chair makes a suave addition to a small home workspace. The sleek, armless design slides in close to any desk to fully clear your floor space. Dimensions: 19.1’‘W x 19.1’D’ x 36.6’‘H.
Small Computer Desk Chair
Comfort in the front and all business in the back, this PU leather and bentwood frame desk chair has it all going on. You can adjust the seat height, swivel, tilt, and roll this executive office chair through your day-to-day tasks. Dimensions: 34.6’‘H x 18.9’‘W x 20.6’‘D.
Blue Small Desk Chair
Up your home office game with a swanky blend of function and glam. This plush blue velvet desk chair with a gold finish base spells out luxury with a mid-century vibe. Dimensions: 28.94’‘H x 21.06’‘W x 21.26’‘D.
Solid Wood and PU Leather Small Space Desk Chair
Work in style and comfort with this slick, waterfall-seat office chair. It’s got a sturdy steel frame, a chic black 5-star base, and nifty removable caster wheels for easy gliding. Crafted with solid wood, PU leather padding, and a height-adjustable mechanism for that perfect fit. Dimensions: 30.12’‘H x 20.67’‘W x 21.85’‘D.
Small White Desk Chair
Snuggle into this boucle-wrapped, small but comfy throne! Its wider seat and curvy back team up with a swivel base, adjustable seat, and smooth casters. Workspace luxury at its coziest. Dimensions: 26"W x 25.75"D x 38.75"H.
Small Leather Desk Chair
We adore the contrasting textures of this debonair leatherette and gray fabric number, which plays with mid-century modern styling. It glides effortlessly on rolling wheels, while low arms offer an easy resting position. Dimensions: 21"W x 26"D x 37"H.
Small Wood Desk Chair With Cushioned Seat
This deeply cushioned small desk chair is both suave and snug. Boasting a trendy cane backrest in a solid beech frame, an adjustable height seat, floor-friendly casters, and stain-resistant fabric, this is an upper-crust all-rounder. Dimensions: 24.5"W x 25.5"D x 31"H.
Small Comfortable Desk Chair
Meet your new stylish sidekick—a linen-swathed swivel office chair with naturally fashionable wooden details. It’s a blend of toughness and trendiness, ideal for any home office vibe, be it professional or chill. Dimensions: 19.1"W x 25.2"D x 35.8"H.
Pink Desk Chair Small Space Accent
A petal-like design resembling a flower makes this small desk chair a sweet workspace addition. A blush pink colorway brings delicate vibes to the gray workday grind. Deep cushioning ensures comfort during long, wilting work sessions. Dimensions: 23.6"W x 23.6"D x 33.5"H.
Small Desk Chair With Arms
This deep green faux leather desk chair rocks a classic style for a chill retro vibe. A supportive back and comfy seating prevent you from tiring quickly. The anti-wrinkle, anti-abrasion upholstery is in it for the long run. Dimensions: 23.6"W x 17.3"D x 37" H.
Small Ergonomic Desk Chair
Meet the Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Chair—small but packed with plush 2” thick cushions. It features 67% recycled materials and is 90% recyclable, so you can feel good about your environmental responsibilities while you sit in it too. Dimensions: 36"H x 23"W x 16½"D.
Small Desk Chair No Wheels
Another chair with history, the Pierre Jeanneret Chandigarh is made from top-notch oak and Viennese cane. It may not have wheels or a gas-lift seat but this iconic wooden chair will take any home office to new heights. Dimensions: 32"H x 20⅛"W x 22⅞"D.
Small Desk Chair With Wheels
Legendary design duo Charles and Ray Eames believed in evolving their creations to fit the times. Their Molded Shell dining chair started a revolution and later evolved into the Eames Task Chair, making this a time traveling piece for your small home office! Dimensions: 26¼"W x 25¾"D x 30"H.
Small Black Desk Chair
HAY’s About A Chair was born from recycled plastic and grew into a Scandi sensation. Hee Welling’s brainchild offers elegance and comfort with a sculptural seat of adjustable height and sleek chrome base. Dimensions: 34½"H x 27¼"W x 27¼"D.
Nestled in the heart of minimalism and sophistication, this home by 金 银花 stands as a testament to the power of understated design. Each room is a harmonious composition of sculptural furniture and muted tones, evoking a sense of calm and refined elegance. Harmoniously blending functionality with elegance, the spaces within are a masterclass in the art of subtlety, where every detail is an ode to thoughtful minimalism. Join us as we step inside this tranquil home, where every curve and shade whispers the principles of modern, sophisticated living.
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
