Bridging the gap between the traditional and contemporary, neoclassical design offers a rich method of self-expression that differs from eclectic and transitional styles in a few important ways. Neoclassical interiors embrace luxury – far from modest, but careful to remain tasteful. It offers a playground for bold colors more than its transitional pastel-hued neighbor. It requires a more curated approach to furniture than its distant cousin the free-spirited eclectic. The interiors featured in this post range from those inspired by Hollywood regency style all the way to a super-modern interpretation with faint neoclassical influences.
Designer:梦太初| Visualizer:梦太初
This lovely space combines a lot of the charms of the Hollywood regency style with a smooth modern approach to neoclassical design. Here, you will find opulent materials, glimmers of metallic accents, traditional features like crown molding and boiserie – all paired alongside unforgettable contemporary accents.
This tour opens with a luxurious formal living room centered around two unique coffee tables . Notice the distinctive contrast between the curvaceous divan sofa and the more structured classic-feeling side chairs.
Classic architectural elements set the stage for a high-end look. Prominent column-style door framing creates a grand entry to the living room, concealing glass pane pocket doors.
Details span a variety of eras, like this small side table that would fit effortlessly within even the most modern interior.
The accent color chosen here is perfect for both neoclassical interiors and Hollywood regency styles. The subdued emerald green feels elegant and welcoming at once.
Artistic appeal flows through every detail. Other artistic elements are more obvert, like the Calder-style mobile hanging from the ceiling.
The floors offer an updated take on classic chevron parquetry, brought in line with contemporary sensibilities thanks to the wide boards and varied finish.
In the dining room, simple scaled-down furniture goes further to support the Hollywood Regency style.
Designed by Gino Sarfatti, this modern chandelier is a wonderful example of how Hollywood regency uses neoclassical influences without committing to any single era – its sophisticated traditional profile upgraded with up-to-date construction and glamorous materials.
Other traditional elements dot the home, sometimes serving as bold focal points. The coppery metal finish on this mirror stands out from the green accents elsewhere.
The dining chairs are from the iconic Series 430 by Verner Panton.
Open circulation makes this home perfect for entertaining – much like the jetsetter homes that inspired the Hollywood recency style.
Sharp luxury defines the kitchen. The bold kitchen island makes a strong first impression with its marble veining, the surrounding cabinetry hidden by modern diagonal paneling.
Rows of transparent wine glasses and carafes only highlight the radiance of the illuminated copper bar backsplash behind them.
Designer:Artem Bukin| Visualizer:Artem Bukin
This next interior continues with the neoclassical theme, going even further on the modern side. While the wall treatments embrace a fully traditional look – bold paneling, prominent crown molding – the furnishings and decoration feel like products of tomorrow. This blend is well-suited to the Hollywood regency style as well, a theme not married to any specific era.
Sophisticated neutrals are a staple of neoclassical interior design, but this space steps in a more contemporary direction by adding vivid pinks.
More bold magenta brings drama to the charcoal accent wall, drawing attention away from the television and toward the stunning drawers and sculptural accents.
Both the modern sofa and nesting coffee tables stand out as especially daring additions. These pieces set the living room apart from the typical neoclassical motif.
Zig-zag fabrics are nearly universal in the world of Hollywood regency interior design. They look right at home here.
The decorations at either side of the television seem to resemble the blank faces of Cycladic sculptures.
With the distinctive shapes and brassy finish, the floor lamps almost embody a slight art deco vibe.
These luxurious dining pendant lights are from the Pearls collection by Benjamin Hopf.
Blue velvet upholstery over brass bases gives the dining set an exceptionally opulent touch. Reddish high-back leather end chairs complete the look.
Everything comes together for a look that feels fresh but maintains an underlying sense of classic elegance. This is not your ordinary neoclassical space.
Designer:Orb Space| Visualizer:Orb Space
This final home takes a radical departure from the others featured here. Taken as a whole, it looks artistically contemporary. But looking closer at each individual element, you can see hints of vintage design shine through – even a few choices inspired by neoclassical design and Hollywood regency.
First, the color theme immediately catches attention. It takes the traditional colors of neoclassical design and turns them on their head – cream becomes light wood, grey becomes concrete. Red remains – as a unifying feature rather than an occasional accent.
On the other hand, the lighting takes a decidedly contemporary direction.
Here, for example, lighting near the DJ stand filters through foliage to cast dramatic natural shadows across the wall for a dynamic and relaxing effect.
Unique tiling covers select walls.
Much of this home seems to focus entirely on simplicity – in many ways, a direct contrast to neoclassical and Hollywood regency styles.
In the bedroom, you can see an especially unique feature - a glass wall that reveals the silhouettes of large plants.
This wall serves to separate the ensuite bathroom from the sleeping space. It allows the passage of natural light while providing a touch of visual privacy.
A lovely arrangement sits in a glass vase , drawing out the light pinks and creams used throughout the interior theme.
Wood panels rotate to provide access between the bedroom and living space.
On the other side of the glass partition, a peek at the beautiful bathtub.
Rounded elements define the bathroom, a soft touch compared to the straight lines of the floor, walls, and shelving.
Subtle natural elements work wonders to make this bathroom feel warm and inviting - the stone floors, unique laundry basket , and small flower arrangement.
Dynamic lighting changes the mood here as well.
Check out a closer look at the layout to see the unique relation between spaces.
Dazzling style fills the interior of this luxury Moroccan villa, created by the team at Architects Studia 54 . This modern example takes a break from the This takes a break from the traditional Moroccan style interior design , heading instead in a crisper luxe direction with a toned down colour palette. There is not an arched doorway, intricate carving, coloured glass lamp, or swagged fabric canopy in sight as we journey through vast and high ceilinged spaces. Instead, we find sleek granite and bookmatched marble walls, fresh contemporary furniture, and a series of stunning modern chandeliers that hang low and large like glorious art installations. Abundant gold accents and accessories make gleaming additions to the dark wood, black and grey filled bold decor scheme.
Green glass rains down from the crystal chandelier in the living room, like the leaves of a great hanging plant. Below the light catching emerald fragments, a scattering of green accent cushions enliven the colour combination of a sprawling grey, beige and brown sectional sofa.
A green glass bowl gleams from the top of a mirrored sofa table, along with a collection of golden accessories. A series of beautifully decorative screens divide the vast luxury living room into different sections for relaxing, entertaining, and dining.
Black and white elements bring a crispness to the neutral colour scheme, like the cowhide effect ottoman coffee table in the lounge. Black and gold furniture create a high-end welcome by the double entry doors, which are adorned with a set of theatrical golden handles.
A snug is sectioned off from the larger open plan living space. In here, a triple headed floor lamp lights up a zebra print ottoman.
The modern chandelier is made up from a series of layered pendants, which descend over a round coffee table like tiny parachutists. A modern rocking chair sits poised by the modern fireplace.
A black marble hearth underlines and reflects the flickering flames of the fire. Copper panels warmly line the wall around it.
The third seating area we find is an intimate spot with a much smaller sofa and a couple of chairs. A decorative vase tops a gold stem table that complements the gold trimmed coffee table. Beautiful gold pendant lights drop anchor in the corner of the room.
A shoal of pendants float over a formal dining table, like jellyfish seeking out supper.
Green and amber dining chairs present a rich colour combination, which blend with both the green garden view and the rich interior of ruddy wood tone walls.
The green accents continue inside a second stunning dining spot, where crystal dining room pendant lights drip like stalactites. White cactus sculptures push up from the floor behind the table to form an eye-catching backdrop. Tree imagery fills the golden frames of screens that divide the dining room from the main living space.
On the other side of the screens, gold and copper pendants fall above a modern black chaise and side tables, making a comfortable reading spot.
A gold cabinet gleams in the stairwell, below an arrangement of decorative wall mirrors.
A beautiful staircase design runs through the home, with a continuous glass balustrade. The glowy effect of the stair lights are doubled in the high-shine granite floor tile.
Elliptical mirrors reflect the golden veins of a botanically inspired decorative screen standing opposite. A modern wall sconce shines bright at their side.
Amber droplets shower from a modern bathroom chandelier. A solid granite vanity unit incorporates two integrated basins.
A vanity pouf introduces the homes green accent colour to the bathroom scheme.
Wainscot panels flank the headboard inside a luxury bedroom .
Soft grey curtains draw back to reveal a gorgeous garden view.
In a second bedroom design, a curved headboard hugs the sleep space; a winged bedroom chair follows the cosy theme.
Three bedroom pendant lights match the trio of colours used across the wardrobe design. An end of bed storage bench stands in black and white houndstooth.
There is a small home workspace by the window, where a desk and wall shelves rest in wood and gold.
The third bedroom suite is topped by a group of five bedroom pendant lights , where varying sizes meet and overlap each other to cover most of the ceiling.
A winged black headboard pushes up against a wood panelled feature wall, which is run through with gold strips. Black paint darkens the other the walls.
A bedroom sofa stretches out across a row of elliptical mirrors.
Marble tiles pattern the walls around a gold framed mirror and golden bathroom vanity lights.
Black and white photography interrupts the wall of marble.
Golden lighting beams around the edge of the bathroom floor.
A second luxury bathroom holds a smart black bathtub and a show-stopping light installation.
Bathroom number three looks out onto palm trees. A green vanity stool matches their fronds.
A glass vase brings the beauty of nature inside the bathroom, on top of a sophisticated wood vanity unit.
More black and white photography makes gallery space out of a blank bathroom wall.
Colourful artwork energises a neat cloakroom, which is kitted out with a wall hung toilet and bidet set. Black and white granite dapples the floor.
Frosted glass provides privacy at the base of a tall window in the cloakroom, but allows a clear view of palm trees and skyscape at the top.
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
