Industrial designs that make use of concrete may be all the rage in some circles, but the fact is that you will have difficulty finding any beautiful home that does not use wood elements. A popular building material that is just as effective in decorative use, wood brings an automatic warmth and coziness to even a modern space. The four homes featured in this post take a love of wood to another level. Not only are beautiful hardwood floors found throughout, but the natural grain carries up across the walls, into shelving units, cabinetry, and even across ceilings. The resulting style is lovely, bright, and welcoming in each case.
Visualizer:Morpho Design
An open concept home works well with materials that come from the same family but do not match exactly.
In this first home, wood is used from floor to ceiling but each different element has a slightly different grain or color.
The unique wood ceiling, which you will see closer up, has a music themed home decor vibe to it, calling to mind the gentle curves of a guitar, while the drum set in the corner pays homage to the homeowner’s love of music as well.
A low profile built in entertainment center makes gathering around the television comfortable but still stylish.
Using a creamy off-white for the oversized sectional stays within the neutral color story.
The wood shelving is both practical and beautiful, with plenty of room for displaying cherished treasures.
As we move into the dining area, elements like a dark wood table and dining pendants shift the tone of the design.
The open concept also carries through with no physical barrier between living, dining, and kitchen spaces.
A large formal dining table is perfect for entertaining.
A small lounge area off the dining room is ideal for an aperitif.
In the bedroom, natural wood grain takes a backseat to cool, matte colors.
A second bedroom uses gray to create a relaxing atmosphere.
The creative ceiling design is a true eye-catcher in this home.
Reflective marble flooring catches light to bring a warmth into the main living space.
In the bathroom, wood cabinetry contrasts with more white marble for a unified but distinct look.
Visualizer:dT Chu
The second home is also very open and once again makes use of plenty of beautiful bare wood elements.
Here we can see the importance of a contrast in textures with a soft, nubby rug, and comfortable plush sofa and sleek wood on the floors and walls.
A television framed by wood panels lets the screen all but disappear when not in use.
The classic Eames lounge chair in black is always beautiful enough to feature in its own corner.
A smaller dining room is nestled to one side of the living room, getting plenty of natural light.
Classic decor elements like a fireplace and aquarium are given an upgrade with their wood homes.
Storage is not an issues with a long walk-in closet easily accessible.
Here we can see another creative wood ceiling element hovering over the dining table.
In the bedroom, white on white is a classic, zen look for relaxation.
Visualizer:dT Chu
In the third home, we see the featured wood elements moving from the ceiling to the wall.
The wood wall features is impossible to look away from with its undulating texture and rich color.
The texture contrast with the slick marble that frames it is no mistake.
Here the wavy texture plays with the fabric folds of a nearby chair.
The natural light helps to highlight the beauty of the wood grain.
The wood ceiling travels from the wall feature into the dining room, unifying the home.
Wood cabinetry turns storage into design.
Wood slat walls are another way to use the beauty of the material in an interesting way.
Oversized flower vases like this one can help to bring a splash of color and life into a wood on wood design.
In the bedroom here, wood is not at all forgotten.
Behind the bed, on the floor, in the shelving – it is celebrated.
In the final home, we have a darker wood home with a living room that features unique floor lamps stretching to the ceiling.
crowd around a small dining table that overlooks the living room.
Again we see how indoor house plants like the Fiddle Leaf Fig featured here can bring a lot of personality into a home.
The set up of this home makes it easy to watch television from either the sofa or the dining table.
A drop down screen is a must-have element for households that care about entertainment.
No one wants to take out the trash. No one wants to replace the liner. Yet there’s no reason why your trash should have to look shabby. A basic necessity in all homes, bedrooms and offices, your rubbish bin can make your waste have a clean and stylish appearance. Want a bit of glitz to hide your bathroom’s horrors? Buy a smooth copper bin to grace the tiled floor. Have a messy child (or spouse) constantly cluttering the kitchen? Drop their food into a sleek can complete with foot pedal. De-clutter and re-organise your kitchen, bathroom or modern home office desk with our stunning, stylish – and sometimes just plain fun – selection of trash cans.
Crumpled Waste Basket
Designed by John Brauer, these polyethylene bins look just like your crumpled paper does inside them. Choose from black, white or red for a surprising find beneath your office desk.
Plastic Trash Can With Marble-Like Finish
Want a marble bin, but can’t quite afford it? This plastic find with marble finish is easy on the wallet and easy on the eye. A spot in a marbled bathroom would be quite the fit.
Architect-Designed Luxury Trash Can
Made from white-painted stainless steel, the eye of an architect constructed this gem. With smooth, round lines and a handy pedal, you’ll be hunting for things to throw away.
Stylish Chic Trash Can
Why should your waste bin always hide away? Make a statement with this black and yellow metal bin, a design of difference with its vintage feel, modern colouring and hidden pedal.
Vintage Motifs Trash Can
Perfect for the bathroom, this white and silver dream makes a feature of the rubbish you want to hide. Place its resin form beside your sink – and think about buying its matching accessories.
Porcelain Bathroom Trash Can
China fuses with Italy’s Florence in this simple yet elegant trash can design. Perfect for any indoor setting, it’ll add an element of class in dainty porcelain.
Tufted-Like Texture Stone Trash Can
Prefer a quilted look instead? This white trash can of stone could accessorise a bedroom or office.
Copper Finish Plastic Can
Want the copper look – without the price tag? This tall and narrow plastic can does a great job of pretending.
Luxury Commercial Trash Cans
Commercial trash cans need a few more features than those in your household. These luxury versions boast fire-safe steel, leak-proof plastic liners and a hinged top for your emptying ease. Choose from three metallic shades.
Rose Gold Finish Rectangular Stainless Trash Can
For a metallic trash can that’s all your own, this rose-gold finish could stun in your kitchen or bathroom. Step on the pedal of its stainless steel form to watch your trash disappear.
Leaning Waste Basket
Confuse everyone at the office with a waste basket on the lean. Made in Italy from polypropylene, its looks more art piece than waste bin.
Basket Ball Hoop For Trash Cans
Score a goal for every paper you throw. Incentivise recycling with this basketball hoop in your office, or above your kid’s bedroom trash can.
Reflective Square Modern Minimalist Trash Can
Who needs a lid with a finish like this? This German-made stainless steel creation reflects light off those attracted to your trash.
Stylish Modern Trash Can
Throw your trash in the cans New York and Tokyo hotels use. Available in nine colours, these nifty little numbers hide their inner bags.
Beautiful Bathroom Trash Can With Lid
Made of matte melamine, the rounded corners of this simple can open for your trash whilst hiding it away. A spot in your bathroom, kitchen or office is sure to be satisfying.
Tall Trash Bin
20 litres of capacity hide in this tall and slim-line trash bin. Available in different colour ways, this platinum variety is suited to many interiors.
Stylish Solid-Colored Trash Can
Want it slightly wider and more solidly-coloured? Choose from stainless steel painted in navy, silver, baby pink or green for a step-on trash can alternative.
Stylish Modern Corner Trash Can
Designer Alan Wisniewski makes the most of corners, with this trash can designed for them. Pop your nasties into the corner of your bathroom, kitchen or office to avoid bad smells.
Stylish Corner Wicker Trash Basket
Make your trash basket and laundry hamper match. Also designed for corners, this wicker basket can handle your dirty laundry or your disposables.
Battery-Operated Motion-Sensing Trash Can With Liner
Sick of pedals that get stuck, broken, and then hard to open? This smart trash can senses your hand moving towards it and lifts, using battery power.
Automatic Touchless Trash Can With AC Power Wall Adaptor
Wave your hands in front of this trash can to lift its lid, and watch its warning lights as it’s about to close. This automatic bin can be plugged in or use a battery to charge.
Dual Tone Rose Gold Accent Trash Can
Keep your kitchen clean in style. This rectangular trash can boasts a liner pocket on the inside, a white and metallic finish on the outside.
Colorful Collapsible Trash Can
Built in the colours of the rainbow, this collapsible trash can folds to a handy square when the time for moving comes.
Stylish Black Trash Can
Be good to the environment when you throw trash away. This trash can is made of recycled polypropylene with a black matte finish.
Stylish Netted Trash Basket
Want a stylish twist on an old classic? This metal trash basket adds an ingenious slant to standard bin shaping.
Tortoiseshell-Patterned Plastic Trash Can
Want a bin that looks a little bit different? This plastic trash can mimic the hues of a tortoiseshell cat.
White Vintage-Look Waste Basket
Inject a feeling of femininity in the most unlikely of places. Made of lightweight polypropylene, this white waste basket is a treat for the bedroom or bathroom.
Floral-Patterned Steel Waste Basket
For a feminine feel with a bit more substance, this steel waste basket has it covered. Throw your office or bedroom rubbish in its filigreed hold.
Nautical Waste Basket
Made of durable resin, this bathroom waste basket brings images of the sea. Place it beside your sink or toilet for a soothing feeling in your place of pampering.
Modern Nautical Trash Can
Looking for a waste can more in tune with the waves? Add to your nautical home décor collection with this two-toned plastic bin, complete with anchor.
Industrial-Style Metal Trash Can
Remember Sesame Street’s Oscar the Grouch? We found his iconic trashcan inside a nifty piece of industrial home décor .
Round Rattan Waste Basket
To achieve a more natural look, use more natural materials. This rattan waste basket works perfectly with bathroom whites and beiges.
Tall Wicker Waste Basket With Lid
Why not make a feature of a tall waste basket? This wicker cane basket, complete with lid, makes taking out the trash just that bit more trendy.
Wood-Textured Trash Can
Designed by David Quan, this polypropylene trash can is designed to look like wood. Stand its 10-inch diameter form in the corner of your kitchen or bathroom.
Expanding Waste Basket
Know from a far-away glance whether your bin is full. This expanding basket fits as much as you put in it – and extends itself to show it.
Pail Trash Can
Can taking out the trash ever look quaint? These metal pail trash cans make an argument they can, with their simple type and wooden grippers.
Pull-Out Kitchen Double Trash Can
For trash you can simply hide away, this pull-out option is the perfect solution. Fit its metal frame within a full-sized drawer in your kitchen cabinets.
Stainless Steel Tilt-Out Trash Can
Have the space, but not the cabinet? Use this stainless steel tilted option instead.
Mini Countertop Metal Trash Can
Sometimes a trash can goes on the top of the desk. This mini version is a cute and fun addition to the office.
R2D2 Trash Can
Fans of Star Wars home décor will love this find. This R2D2 is more like a full working model than a trash can souvenir.
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
