These four beautiful homes each feature a different take on an interior garden space. One has a border of greenery along its lounge, which includes a vertical planting wall and hanging vines; a second border flourishes behind the dining room too, so that living green decor can be enjoyed throughout the entire open plan living space. The second home has a courtyard garden in the entryway that runs into the living room, where a tree grows up to the second floor. Number three is a massive luxury home with low level planting, and our last stop is a visualisation of an apartment with a dominant terrarium room at its very core.
Visualizer:Trần Vấn
Kicking off with a lush courtyard design in home number one, vines rain down from a second storey, above a border of lawn and mature plants.
The adjacent lounge setup is stony in colour, with natural wooden accents. The lounge stands open to a dining area that runs around to the kitchen in an L-shaped layout.
Orange dining chairs contrast warmly against another bed of greenery that grows against a textured wall.
A tree grows directly out of the indoor plant bed, next to patio slabs where a garden chair can be placed below the boughs.
Plants bed down in concrete planters under the tree, whilst smaller specimens grow directly from the grass. The soft sections of grey sofa upholstery echo the linear design of the patio slabs.
Extruded planks provide a layered backdrop for the planting.
Natural light streams down through the lightwell of the courtyard, causing highlights and shadows over the undulating panels.
A bank of wine storage units glow from the side of the dining room, throwing light over timber flooring. Plants reach up toward natural light from an overhead window. A barrel basin fills the corner of the plant bed.
A modern chandelier stretches out over the wooden dining table. Chrome light shades hang along a breakfast bar in the adjacent walnut kitchen.
Beneath the unique kitchen pendant lights , the central kitchen island is wrapped with smooth white marble. Orange kitchen bar stools match the set of six orange chairs in the dining area.
The opposite side of the kitchen island is equipped with a row of cabinets underneath. A glass fruit bowl dresses the countertop.
The small dining room courtyard continues up to the side of the kitchen, which visually connects the two areas.
Visualizer:Tung Le
Moving on to home interior number two, the walls have been given a jade green treatment to honor the other green jewel in the room that is a majestic courtyard garden. A unique floor lamp stands by a tan sofa that complements the natural wood tone in the room. A grey modern accent chair teamed with a small side table has been angled to observe the beauty of the indoor garden. See more modern accent chairs .
Trellis-like pattern covers the wall behind the interior garden.
Above a set of nesting coffee tables , a wood ceiling fan creates a cool breeze. A large fish tank occupies the space next to the tan sofa, bringing in its own splash of greenery.
A decorative shoal of fish swim by on the dining room wall.
Wood accents warm a white bathroom.
Visualizer:Sunil Patil & Associates
Home number three is shaped by the sections of a lengthy modern sofa design.
A walkway between the sofa sections gives exit to a garden.
Wooden artwork towers up through the centre of the house. A small courtyard keeps a low profile on the ground floor.
A contemplation bench sits by the side of the courtyard. The leg supports of the bench slot into a cement frame that contains a bed of pebbles.
The pebble courtyard creates the perfect vista for the dining area. The lights here are Tom Dixon Beat style pendant lights .
Visualizer:Lukasz Brzozowski
Our last tour is a visualisation that explores two colourways for the same interior space - one very dark, and one ethereally light.
Shelf lighting provides dramatic effect in the black living room option, shining from recessed nooks that appear as crude cutaways in a traditional decoratively panelled wall. Deep blue sofas appear moody in the dark setting. A dominant terrarium room forms a bold core in the open plan space.
In an alternative visualisation, the blue velvety sofas take on a whole new character when the room is transformed into a predominantly white space.
In this white living room option, the recessed shelving cubbies are left as dark cutaway features inside a white boiserie wall. The kitchen cabinets at the back of the room remain black to contrast with the light surroundings.
Natural light pours down into the cuboid terrarium. Between the living room and the bedroom, a dividing wall of glass doors have black framework that mimics the terrarium outline.
A gnarled tree trunk twists toward the skylight, pushing up from a rocky bed. Smaller plants sprout at its roots.
Natural timber sets a herringbone pattern across the floor of the living room, whilst spongy mosses carpet the terrarium block.
The old tree stands like an artifact in its glass case. Sofas in the lounge have been arranged to seat an audience at the spectacle.
The massive display acts as a picturesque room divider, obscuring the kitchen diner from connecting directly with the lounge.
In the kitchen diner, the indoor garden creates an al fresco effect at the dinner table.
Set on land at the southern end of Dilido Island, this magnificent Miami home has been designed to evoke the experience of being on the deck of a super yacht. The luxury house stretches across the longest elevation of the coastline, and boasts enviable views of neighbouring islands, of downtown and South Beach. SAOTA architects designed Casa Dilido to match the jet set lifestyle of Biscayne Bay, creating layers of luxury across a 1670 square metre living space. The defining characteristic of the build is a smooth fusion of indoor and outdoor spaces, a theme that is made possible by a versatile terrace that incorporates a collection of semi-covered external living rooms.
Crisp cool white outdoor lounge chairs are neatly arranged around the sun terrace, where towering palm trees reach up to clear blue skies. An infinity pool reflects the azure heavens, and laps around the sharp edge of the outdoor living space. Two mooring docks reach out from the house to meet jet skis and small boats, keeping the flow between land and sea continuous and fluid. There is also an outdoor bar at the far end of the terrace, with a row of stools standing poised for good company. Martini seats have been installed in shallow water, and an outdoor pop-up table waits at the water’s edge on which to serve dinner.
Tropical flower beds colour the white stone sun terrace. A path of white stepping stones leads cross the infinity pool’s shimmering surface.
The plant beds are positioned below an opening in the terrace roof, to allow the planted palm trees to grow right on through.
The maturing palms will shoot through the open roof and past a glass balustrade a couple of storeys up. A tower of multi-story windows look upon the view.
A bright verdigris patina colours the edges of pre-oxidized copper ceiling tiles under the canopy.
Multiple entertaining areas are incorporated into the versatile terrace. Here we see a sunken tub in the swimming pool, nestled close by a lounge area that’s fashioned by a square of modern outdoor chairs and a natural wood coffee table. Square stepping stones cross the water at the this end, adjoining the main terrace to the outdoor bar.
Views of downtown and South Beach span the horizon.
Moving inside the home, the decor is formal yet fresh. Red art provides youthful pops of vivid colour onto the neutral backdrop of the modern living room . A contemporary fireplace blazes along the width of a slick panelled chimney breast.
Cutaway strips in the wood ceiling reveal LED light sources. The centre of the room is occupied by a unique coffee table with storage space beneath, settled on a silver-grey rug. A black accent chair with matching footstool stands in the connecting space between the lounge and the kitchen diner, where the same monochrome palette continues on through. Mezmerising cutaway bronze panels screen the kitchen from the main internal core of the home on the other side.
On the opposite side of the huge bronze screens, which are hung from the ceiling, a majestic white and glass staircase design spirals upward through a double height dining room. The sculptural architectural elements and works of art breathe character into the vast and lofty hall. Given the massive floor area of the brief, the architects searched out a balance between scale and intimacy by composing the layout as two fractured wings on each side of the central core.
Outside again, a vertical garden blankets the wall by a koi pond.
Interior volumes reach out into the water.
The hanging bronze screens sandwich a dark wood table and heavy dining chairs , all set upon a light grey area rug.
Designer bedroom pendant lights glow at each side of a bespoke headboard design. The bed base and bedside units are custom built too, running as one adjoined volume.
Restricted entrance is gained via the Venetian Causeway. A double-volume entrance hall awaits.
Pure white stucco gleaming in the sunshine, grey limestone, brass and copper detailing, azure pools and green landscapes come together in a classy show of luxury that’s just perfect for Biscayne Bay.
Lush borders colour a generous driveway. Exterior volumes of wall become connected by the implementation of a curved glass screen across the fascia of the building.
Floor plan illustrating the upper level and layout of the main bedrooms. The master bedroom has a generously sized ensuite with whirlpool bath. The three almost identically sized bedrooms with matching waterside views were created for the three daughters of the owner.
Ground floor plan featuring the entrance hall, great room, dining room, kitchen, butler kitchen, garage, home cinema, study, and pool terrace. To echo the fabulous nature of the homes location by the sea with neighbouring islands, the home’s pool was made to wind around the entire house. The water unifies the outdoor space, and causes smaller islands, which join together interior and exterior areas. The mass of the home separates to form a dramatic canyon, which frames the view to the bay.
Floor plan showing roof terrace, which is accessed by an elevator. The roof terrace is equipped with a second bar, a cooking stove, and a hot tub from which the homeowner can soak up stunning views of downtown Miami, twinkling across the horizon.
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
