When space is limited it can be hard to think big on design, but these three small apartments each hold strong individual style. Apartment one shows how to introduce colourful elements into plain white and wood tone surroundings to achieve a truly unique look. Number two is a studio layout with a spacious feel and an earthy brown, beige and black palette that was designed to promote tranquility. Home number three is a loft renovation that harbours smooth grey and light natural tones, with a slightly industrial chic air coming from exposed red brick walls and strong lines. If you’ve been stuck with ideas for a small space, then get inspired by this terrific trio.
Visualizer:Artem Trigubchak
A dark coral modern sofa dominates the space inside this small white living room scheme. Scatter cushions and wall art complement a colourful area rug. The black swing arm wall lamp that provides task lighting over the sofa is the Serge Mouille Style Double Swing Arm Wall Lamp .
A glass carafe and tumbler set adorns a modern marble coffee table. The blue, white and mustard sections of the floor rug design meet beneath it.
A small change in floor height marks the border of the neighbouring bedroom, which is concealed behind wood bifold doors. To the side of the doors there is a stack of built-in bookshelves that can also be accessed from a small hallway on the other side.
The bedroom opens up on two sides, with a second sliding door leading to the small hallway behind the bookcase. When the door is not covering the exit, it appears as a wardrobe door inside the bedroom. A single bedside table lamp illuminates the bespoke space.
Opposite the living room sofa, we find the doorway leading to the kitchen diner.
Mirrored art adds colour to a white wall.
The circle pattern in the mirrored wall art echoes the circular outline of the blue dining table, and its tri-tubular trunk.
Small dining pendant lights reflect in the coloured glass on the wall, and illuminate the space over the unusual table and modern dining chairs .
Blue drinking glasses match the table.
A simple white kitchen creates a clean backdrop for the colourful dining spot.
Marble tiles make up a pale backsplash in the minimalist white kitchen . A single black fruit bowl adorns its surface.
Designer:Ruda Studio| Visualizer:Ruda Studio
A vision of earthy browns fill our second small apartment. Uplifting highlights come in the form of a light kitchen peninsula and a modern coffee table , whilst smaller fixtures provide the anchoring lowlights.
There is only one window in the apartment, so an open floor plan enables daylight to travel into the kitchen and bedroom. Since the bedroom is just a place to sleep, most floor area was allocated to the main living space to allow for a large sofa and a home office zone.
Two small bedroom pendant lights provide a cosy glow when the privacy curtains are drawn around the volume.
The inviting body of warm wood flooring found in the living room is replaced by modernistic microcement in all other areas. Three tubular kitchen pendant lights hang along the length of a breakfast bar, where the stools face toward the floor-to-ceiling panoramic window for sweeping city views.
decor is underlined with earthy brown cabinets. The light countertop cuts through the shade. A black kitchen faucet matches with a black SMEG fridge-freezer, whilst gold wall sconces accessorise the sophisticated look.
A backlit mirror serves a dedicated dressing room.
Glass doors protect the contents of the closet from dust and wandering kitchen odours.
The modern home office area sits by the window. Just like the rest of the apartment, the study setup is designed to promote a calm emotional state. Jarring contrast and vivid colour is rejected in favour of natural materials and simplistic form. Here, a comfortable brown desk chair has been teamed with a minimalist desk, and a neat table lamp .
A long modern bathroom vanity spans one wall of the bathroom, served by a huge vanity mirror .
Black fixtures kit out the stylish minimalist bathroom .
A wood wet zone has a warming effect in the white bathroom.
The flush plate is camouflaged in wood effect.
Closets are encased in glass.
A wood slat wall is equipped with coat hooks in the entryway.
Visualizer:Arq 2 Design
Paris themed wall art decorates the exposed brick living room wall of this loft renovation.
The living room is situated directly adjacent to the kitchen, which is decorated in the same grey and light natural tones with a subtle hint of industrial chic. A wooden desk wheels out from under a dining bar, which holds a designer table lamp and office files. Two kitchen bar stools make up an eating area at the other end of the short countertop.
This angle shows us the limitations of space in the compact apartment.
Opposite the sofa, the tv wall is part solid, part glass partition. Behind the partition lies the bedroom.
The kitchen diner sweeps around in a U-shaped arrangement, which ends at a utility area to the right hand side.
Geometric tiling backs the grey and white kitchen . A white worktop crisps the look.
A monochrome bathroom lies just past the utility area.
Vertical planting flourishes on the enclosed balcony. Comfy bespoke seating makes this a great reading nook .
A bar area fills the other side of the balcony.
Despite the small size of the window, a full wall width of window blinds have been installed, which gives the dressing a much more substantial look. Raw brickwork, muted fabrics and wireframe lighting come together to make an industrial yet cozy bedroom scheme.
Purple makes for a decadent decor look with its rich depth of colour, and this collection of purple themed bedrooms is the stuff sweet dreams are made of. We have everything from sophisticated master suites, romantic retreats, modern minimalist style schemes and something for younger members of the family. You might have been toying with the idea of painting a feature wall for a while, or maybe a purple wallpaper has caught your eye; maybe you’re thinking about investing in a colourful bed, bedroom accent chair or ottoman but are hesitating on a final decision. Whatever idea you’ve been sleeping on, this set of inspiration will wake you up to the wonders of purple.
Visualizer:Nikolay Limanskiy
Double up the decadence. Traditional boiserie has twice the impact on a colourful wall. Purple paintwork runs on around this room, and closet doors have been selected in a matching hue to keep continuity.
Visualizer:C4 Grafx
Get on the right track. Double white stripes cut through this purple headboard feature wall, and the design inverts on the other walls in the room. The inverted tracks are a clever way to have colour travel the whole room without flooding every inch of wall space.
Visualizer:Dmitry Dolgikh
Let other colours in. Wall panels receive a vibrant treatment in this sophisticated purple bedroom scheme, behind a piece of swirling wall art. The art includes the same hue, as well as introducing contrasting green into the mix. The green accent is picked up in bedside accessories.
Designer:Robeson Design
Neutralise to maximise. A stunning purple rug provides the base for a white bed with pink and purple cushions. The bright tones are somewhat neutralised by a dusky accent wall.
Visualizer:Dezest
Say yes to yellow accents. Deep plum walls make a moody backdrop, deliciously dark for soothing one to sleep. A pale yellow 4 poster bed and matching bedside table lift the shadowy scheme here, as does a light area rug and bright artwork.
Visualizer:Harrell Remodeling
Tap into turquoise. A turquoise dresser, teal scatter cushions and accent chair really create a buzz against the backdrop of a dark purple bedroom.
Designer:Zimenko
Colour block it out. A dark wall panel breaks the monotony of a long lilac headboard wall. Heavy purple curtains make colour blocks across a window wall.
Designer:Capital Kitchen & Bath
Give just a hint of a tint. A purple-grey matt finish paint is a subtle way to introduce just a hint of the hue to a modern room. Choose accent cushions in a slightly juicier shade to lift the look.
Designer:Phil Kean
Find the balance. Purple tones in this room have been balanced out with equal parts white. A colourful ceiling visually warms the space.
Designer:Sadkova Ksenia
Wood tone is wonderful against a purple palette. Consider a wood effect headboard, bed, skirting boards and door reveals. A wood laminate floor will pull it all together.
Visualizer:Rachel Blindauer
Fancy a quick fix? A new purple bed set can be enough to blast a dose of your favourite colour into your sleep space. A piece of wall art will carry the hue into the vertical plane.
Visualizer:Fog Architecture
Pick out some pinstripe. This purple bed throw picks out the matching pinstripe from the wall behind, whilst the rest of the room remains in calming neutrals.
Designer:Kitesgrove Design
Cut it up. If you don’t want to go the whole hog with a large wall of colour, how about dividing the area into cool geometric sections.
Source:The Bohemian Shop
Longing for change in a rental property? Hang textiles to create an easily removable look.
Designer:HSH Interiors
Keep it sweet. A neat upholstered section nestles within the storage headboard of this bedstead, which brings a sweet section of colour to the grey piece. Gold wall sconces and golden accessories enrich the look.
Designer:Dvekati
Colour a footboard wall. If you’ve already got a lot going on with your headboard, then flip the script.
Designer:Hollester Interiors
Create a mini-room within a room, like this cosy purple cove. Purple trimmed portiere close it off from the larger space when it’s time to sleep.
Visualizer:Valeri Giovani
Savour style statements. From purple closets and drapes to a matching floral mural and colourful modern chandelier, this room throws a purple party.
Visualizer:Aynur Derbulova
Promote a high-end look with regency furniture. An elegant bedroom ottoman bench or a french style armchair can prove the perfect companions for a regal purple palette.
Visualizer:Mahmoud Elaraby
Crown the room. A crystal chandelier sparkles in this regal room. Luxuriously pooling window drapes have been crowned with light swags.
Source:Prom
Add freshness to the finish with indoor plants . This pale mauve modern bedroom feels very calm and collected, the greenery adds a little unruly zest.
Source:Boråstapeter
Fashion a tranquil bohemian bedroom. Choose muted shades, gentle pattern and laid-back accessories.
Visualizer:Dmitry Koval & Hank Smith
Colour a black or white wall with purple neon lights.
Designer:Sarah Barnard Design
Go two-tone.
Visualizer:Aynur Derbulova
Create colour clusters. This purple and blue bedroom groups most of its colour in a central island that’s formed by a purple bed and blue ottoman cubes. Smaller accents draw the colour outward to the rest of the space.
Designer:Amberth
Pack a punch with pattern, like this duo of botanical prints.
Designer:Erin Sander Design
Refresh flock. Classic flock wallpaper doesn’t have to look heavy; choose a design with a white background and team with a cool contrasting colour. This purple, green and white bedroom is fun and fresh.
Designer:Dalia Canora Design
Fall in love with lavender. Lavender and lilac shades make a restful and romantic retreat.
Visualizer:Sherin Hany
Minimalism doesn’t have to be monochrome. Check out this purple minimalist style bedroom.
Via:Sigma Homes
Cut yourself a slice of purple themed decor. This scheme slips a slice of bright wallpaper inside a headboard wall recess, colours a few slender drawer fronts and a side slice of the bed cover.
Visualizer:Heba Hassan
Update a quiet scheme. If you cancel out the ceiling, window blind, duvet and rug, you can see the original pale grey, white and wood tone bones of this room.
Visualizer:Ilkin Gurbanov
It doesn’t take us to tell you that purple is amongst the top of the list for kids’ room colours. We like the way this one contains the lively hue within solid white frames.
Visualizer:Sergi Mengot
Of course there’s always the option to go all out, with purple bedroom furniture, solid walls and window dressings to boot!
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
