When you think of a loft, particularly in modern parlance, you probably expect to find a concrete room with vaulted ceilings and very little in the way of warmth. But all loft really means is a space that sits above another space. Often lofted rooms are used for cozy sleeping areas while the rest of the home is kept open and airy, but a lofted space can serve as a home office, a playroom, or even simply storage. The four homes here utilize the lofted design to maximize their space while also paying attention to the chic, stylish details of the rest of the house or apartment.
Visualizer:O.M. Shumelda
The first home takes the common tact of having a lofted bedroom that overlooks the rest of the home.
And indeed there is quite a lot to overlook, beginning with one of the most creative dining setups we have ever seen.
Modern industrial home decor influence has led to this caged dining table, from which a swing seat dangles.
The wood dining table matches the surrounding wood cabinetry while a wooden ladder leads up to the loft.
The industrial chairs have quite a bit of character, looking as though they may have actually been used in a warehouse at some point.
The effect is offset by the delicate elements that are also included, like a blown glass vase and soft, striped floor seating.
The cage theme extends up to the loft, where safety and style meld with the white chainlink element,
Black and white against natural wood is a timeliness combination, used in this home to great effect.
You can see how the structural motif of the caged dining table carries through to other parts of the home, with this similar clothes rack.
The bathroom is a shiny black with a stunning rainforest-inspired shower.
The matte black sink pedestal has elements reminiscent of an oil barrel, another nod to the industrial inspiration of the design.
Another bathroom is a bit brighter, utilizing white for a deep soaking tub and grass green tiles.
A relaxing end to an industrious day would be easy with this set up.
Designer:19 Greek Street
The vaulted ceilings and large indoor house plants in the next home make for a dramatic living space.
The apartment, which is located in London’s Saint Martin’s Lofts, has been designed as a showcase for that building, using luxury furnishings like these modern dining chars .
Chic dining room pendants hang over the table, both chosen by 19 Greek Street founder Marc Péridis.
The building itself is redevelopment of the the iconic Saint Martins School of Art in Charing Cross.
Details like highly modern reading chairs give a nod to the artistic heritage of the site.
In this apartment, the lofted space is used as a creative office, perhaps one where an interior designer himself could feel at home.
The compositions throughout the home are quite artistic, with structurally unique furnishings creating the centerpieces for stunning frames.
A simple, chic bedroom with bedroom pendant lights and cozy kitchen complete the tour of this artistic home.
Visualizer:Jure Smuk
The next space is another beautiful urban loft with its own artistic bent.
A wide open living space uses a backdrop of blue-gray to set off pops of bright red.
Plenty of seating on the main level is anchored by the large and inviting blue sectional, which includes a modern take on a chaise.
A Fiddle Leaf Fig flanks each side of the floor-to-ceiling windows and adds a bit of drama to the design.
The simplicity of the red accent chairs is stark and notable.
A relatively small dining area is plenty of room for a light dinner or cocktails with friends.
Of course, the details are always important. A copper pitcher and unique vases add a spark to the dining room design.
The wood stairs to the next level create a contrasting look with the tiles from the lower level, which houses this cute (and more structurally sound) answer to the beanbag chair.
An ivy plant cascades beautifully over the half wall into the home office space.
Creative lighting in the bedroom is a bit modern and a little romantic.
Light coming in from outside is the best alarm clock for any bedroom.
in the kitchen add a pop of greenery as well as a practical option for a home cook.
The open kitchen with wood island and massive shelving unit is organized and beautiful at the same time.
Visualizer:Vix3d
The final space featured is a large home with many unique, stylish elements, starting with one of the more unique coffee tables we’ve seen.
To accent the coffee table and the rest of the room, unique floor lamps are useful.
In the dining area, Scandinavian style chairs in mismatched colors are a practical and stylish addition.
A long dining table is perfect for entertaining or just spreading out a particularly complex design project.
In the kitchen, kitchen bar stools and unique kitchen pendant lights complete a simple space, ideal for a quick meal .
Every family home should have a little bit of playfulness to it. In this design from Nordico , it is impossible to deny that a little bit of childlike wonder and whimsy have informed the still stylish design. From a pretty pink sofa with a playful design to a modern interpretation of a bean bag chair, this is a living space that’s actually designed with living in mind. Instead of making visitors afraid to touch anything, this fun and quirky home invites you to kick off your shoes and stay for a while. Step inside and get comfortable.
Walking into the bright, spacious living room the importance of color is immediately apparent.
It is difficult to take your eyes off the molded pink sofa that invites with the eye but looks a bit offputting in terms of comfort at first.
The open and spacious floorplan leaves plenty of room for a duo of simple coffee tables . The rocking chair adds dark wood tones to the space.
scattered about add yet another layer of color.
The bright blue accent wall is a beautiful color – not too overpower nor too pastel.
A modern floor lamp makes for easy reading when the overhead track lights are off.
The central entertainment center doubles as extensive storage, which is always a needed feature.
The flat panel television is actually on a swivel so the living room can be used from either side for television – or not.
In fact, it can even swivel to face the dining area, which is quite convenient.
The larger furnishings can also be moved around easily so the room can be reconfigured at the drop of a hat.
A small dining area and kitchen leave plenty of floor space open for the central living area.
The Flos Mod 265 swing arm wall lamp is a creative lighting solution since it does not take up any floor space and can fold away when necessary.
are another practical addition, perfect for displaying those personal style trinkets. On the floor, pebble pillows sit next to the modern About a Chair desk chair both of which have their own style and whimsy.
A Swiss cheese plant is a natural choice for the unique plant stands chosen.
The natural wood grain from the ceiling, floor, and features like the entertainment center all works well together without completely matching.
White walls are always a good choice when the furniture brings in so much color.
like the modular gray versions featured in this space are a great way to encourage reading in anyone.
Here, the chair is shown without use of the matching ottoman.
Color in the sideboard doesn’t quite live in the same family as the pinks and blues throughout, but it stills works.
In the kitchen, things are kept simple with white cabinetry and wood countertops.
like these ones should come as no surprise from a company called Nordico.
Above the chairs, the use of dining room pendants like these makes sense. The adorable deer lights have been featured before in our post Lighting Inspired by Living Beings .
In an eclectic home like this, you must be able to find even unique trash cans .
In the age of mobile phones, clocks are all but obsolete, unless they are interesting to look at like this kitchen clock .
White subway tile and a robin’s egg blue door give the bathroom its own serenity.
The passageway into the home barely betrays the fun you will find inside.
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
