Space may be limited but style is not in these three deluxe studio apartment interiors. Tour number one takes us to the emerald green and earthy brown home of a musician. Apartment number two offers up a gutsy charcoal and chocolate decor scheme with white and wood tone to lighten and brighten. Finishing up in home number three we visit a smooth grey and white interior, capped with a grey ceiling. All of the layouts approach an open plan bedroom in a slightly different way; see how to fashion a glass wall bedroom, a slimline bedroom screen, and a sleeping capsule with a sculptural dividing wall and a portiere for privacy.
Designer:Ruda Studio| Visualizer:Diana Beklemesheva - RUDA Studio
Flashes of emerald green strike through this earthy brown living room, which was designed for a young couple. The 50 square meter flat has music themed decor , with a special section of the room separated off for the purpose of playing and displaying a guitar collection.
The visual divide between the music area and the lounge is achieved by cladding the guitar display wall in rich wood and slightly raising the floor height, like a stage - perfect for the home of a musician . Colourful art decorates the lounge wall, alongside an en vogue swing arm wall lamp , which is the Flos Mod 265 style lamp . Original is available here .
A side table serves both the sofa and the music area.
A wicker storage basket and a woven rug complements the natural wood in the scheme.
There is a dining area adjacent to the sofa, where a copper cone shaped pendant light descends over a copper edged table. See more fabulous dining room pendant lights here.
The table is topped with green marble.
Opposite the lounge there is a glass wall bedroom , held in a solid black frame.
White wall cabinets lighten the look of a green kitchen .
The black framed glass wall around the bedroom has been made to match the main window frames.
A minimalist workspace nestles by the windows of the apartment. A tall indoor plant acts as a subtle divider between the home office and the music area.
Privacy curtains hang inside the transparent bedroom walls.
A green bed rests in the bedroom. A piece of colour coordinated green marble and copper art adorns the wall. Small bedroom pendant lights illuminate each bedside.
The green accent colour continues through into the bathroom, splashing over a shower wet wall.
A customised vanity has a green marble backsplash, countertop and kickboard to match. The bathroom cabinet is lit brightly around its edge to counteract the dark colours in the scheme. A set of bathroom vanity lights add to the glow.
A black heated towel rail ties in with the black frame of the shower enclosure.
Interior doors are quietly colour matched to the pale walls.
accentuate a full length mirror, which hangs outside of a walk-in closet.
Doors slide away to reveal the walk-in.
The space is kitted out with a luxurious wooden closet system.
LED strips illuminate the shelves.
Designer:Kyde| Visualizer:Kyde
Our next small apartment, located in Brovary, Kyiv, has a total area of 42 square metres. A slimline partition screen separates the bed from a modern sofa .
Extra daylight can reach the lounge area via the the slatted bedroom screen by day. By night, a privacy curtain can be drawn across a track the full width of the lounge to keep the sleeping area cosy.
An enormous amount of hidden storage resides behind flat white cupboard doors on the tv wall . A sleek white media unit occupies the void left beneath.
A charcoal painted wall panel is lit around its perimeter, sending a glow out over surrounding timber wall planking. A modern wall light descends in front of the accent panel, illuminating the chocolate coloured sofa below.
Dark grey paintwork makes a stripe across the base of the tv wall too, and down over the doorway.
Wood planks reach from the wall treatment onto the floor.
The charcoal wall panel in the lounge continues straight past the partition screen into the bedroom. The panels perimeter lighting casts a cosy glow over the headboard.
The home has a completely separate kitchen diner, which is also decorated in shades of monochrome, wood tone and chocolate brown.
Sculptural dining room pendant lights create light pattern over a grey accent wall.
Modern wall lights brighten the entryway.
A modern bench seat stands poised by the door.
A made-to-measure vanity runs the full width of a grey and white bathroom .
Home plan showing the separation of space, including a dedicated home office.
Designer:S.O.D architects| Visualizer:S.O.D architects
Last up is a 56 square metre apartment redesign in Odessa. This is a studio apartment with adjoined sleeping area, kitchen diner and lounge. A patterned rug makes an island for the sofa, nesting coffee tables , and a media cabinet opposite.
The sleeping area is partially screened from the main entryway by a sculptural partition wall. A portiere hangs as the bedroom door.
A soothing shade paints the wall and ceiling of the grey living room .
The natural light from the living room window shines through into the bedroom when the portiere is open.
Bar stools stand at a high dining bench, which attaches to the countertop of the kitchen island. A white dome pendant light marks the eating area.
Light grey kitchen cabinets run in an L-shaped arrangement around the central island.
In the bathroom, a sweet pop of pastel pink comes in the form of a heated towel rail beside the vanity mirror .
You don’t have to go heavy on a botanical theme of leaves and tropical prints in order to feel closer to nature. By simply incorporating just the colour green it is possible to feel that innate connection with nature, and conjure up the deep peace and fresh vitality of the grassy countryside or lush leafy tropics. These four green interiors all use green decor schemes in their own way, in various shades that equal different results. We look at two crisp interiors that splash green accents into cool grey and white backdrops, whilst the other two bring in volumes of warming wood tone to mellow the finished look.
Architect:Kolem Architecture
Green apartment interior number one is found in the residential complex ‘Element’, in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The home has an area of 37.1 square metres, and features a modern open plan living space.
We can see right off the bat that the interior incorporates shades of green into every zone. Green scatter cushions bring colour to a grey sofa in the lounge; green base units stripe across the kitchen; a glass wall bedroom reveals a green painted accent wall.
The strong green shade of the kitchen cabinets give the small kitchen a bold look. White larder units and wall cupboards balance out the dark hue. Four green dining chairs take the theme into the eating area, which has a small indoor plant as its centrepiece. There may not be a garden attached to this apartment for al fresco dining, but the room palette and accessories can certainly evoke the fresh green ambience of the great outdoors.
Even the hallway of the home receives the green treatment, with one long wall painted in the accent colour.
Visualizer:Valido Architects
A single green cushion brings the hue to the modern sofa in our second home tour in Kiev, Ukraine. At the window a heavy green curtain matches the scatter cushion on the sofa; it also complements green hilly views from beyond the glass. A unique white floor lamp dresses the other end of the large window. See other beautiful ideas for floor lamps here.
One round modern coffee table sits atop a circular area rug in the lounge. The glossy white tabletop is conveniently set with glasses and a carafe .
Pale shades of grey run through the 62.3 square metre interior.
An unusual wall light looks more like a piece of modern art.
Granite tiles provide an attractive setting for a wall mounted tv. LED strip lights illuminate the edges.
A bespoke reading nook has been fashioned out of green cabinets and grey seat cushions.
Frosted glass doors behind the sofa reveal a grey kitchen. A cluster of white dining pendant lights swing over a green dining set.
A green curtain pools beside the dining table.
form a modern centrepiece.
Sweeping grassy views haze through tall windows. The green drapes, glass vase , and dining chairs echo the hue of the faraway scene.
Grey granite patterns the kitchen backsplash. See more grey kitchens here.
Grey granite tiles floor the green hallway.
Inside the bathroom, raw concrete walls and a grey toilet give the space an edgy look.
Use a materials mood board to plan your own green and grey interior inspiration.
Visualizer:Alexander Savinov
This green themed apartment in Moscow has an area of 37 square metres. It also has a beautiful visual warmth that comes from elements of rustic wood grain, like this casual dining peninsula and kitchen bar stools. In the living room, a tiny sofa fits the compact space. The coffee table looks to be a one that can be adjusted in height to become a dining table like this one .
On the opposite wall, the tv wall decor incorporates elements of wood tone too.
Librarian ladders can be slid along their rail to gain access to high storage cupboards above the doorway. The ladders also double as decorative shelving, with gaps left for footholds.
The kitchen peninsula has a slatted design to help the small living space appear more spacious.
Sage green cabinets colour the kitchen.
The wall cabinets are finished in misty grey so as not to overwhelm the small kitchen with too much strong colour.
At the makeup vanity in the home entryway, a step stool is utilised as a vanity chair .
Modern closets provide generous storage by the front door.
Visualizer:Maige Studio
The final design is a cracking green and yellow vision, teamed with monochrome and dark wood accents.
A green accent chair pops in front of a deep brown wall of granite and wood. See more great accent chairs here.
The wood wall is part of the kitchen installation which fills the rest of the room length.
A dining room is set out on the other side of a green volume that forms the core of the living space. Chunky dining room pendant lights visually anchor the table in its position.
The vivid green ‘core’ of the room is lit around its ceiling perimeter, which casts a dramatic glow down its cladding.
A similar ambient glow illuminates the bedroom, where the scheme is predominantly light wood tone, and orange hued wall art.
Soft grey furnishings and gallery white decor lets the artwork sing.
The luxury bathroom is a vision of white marble and smooth wood accents. A huge vanity mirror teams with a wall mounted white and wood vanity. A wooden towel ladder makes a simple accessory to a luxe freestanding tub.
A modern courtyard design encases a single tree.
Sliding glass doors open up the bedroom to the outdoor area.
The dining room too becomes an almost al fresco space.
The beautiful tropical green hued volume at the centre of the living space appears as if it were part of the courtyard garden itself.
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
