Rooms for kids are so much fun to decorate - they allow for an enthusiastic display of creativity and expression adults rarely feel comfortable embracing for their own bedrooms, no matter how much they’d love to go back to a simpler age when superhero posters were just as acceptable as fine art. This article features 5 creative and colorful bedrooms for children, filled with innovative features and playful artwork and imaginative themes . Wouldn’t it be cool to grow up in a room as inspiring as these? Keep an eye out for the many DIY-worthy ideas to try at home!
Designer:Elena Sedova
This next bedroom, by Elena Sedova, sets a whimsical tone with flowing curtains and soft textures throughout. Soft grays and pinks create a relaxing atmosphere ideal for cultivating sweet dreams and enjoying gentle morning sunshine. Much of the magic comes from individual details rather than expensive architecture, so it’s an especially accessible design.
A little contact paper and foam board is all it would take to create the whimsical clouds on the far wall. The tree bookshelf is called Louane, from the Arbres collection by Christophe Boulin.
Cheerful animals bring the walls to life – fish, rabbits, and cows join a stunning deer and fawn. A woodland kids’ rug enhances the theme and ties the room together with perfection.
Visualizer:Anya Abramova
Especially charismatic, this room by Anna Abramova invokes the feeling of a fresh and diverse meadow. It certainly packs a lot of interior design inspiration, starting with the adventurous tent-shaped bed with a canopy that folds closed to create a cozy secret hideaway. The fantastic bedframe is the work of designer François Lamazerolles.
A chalkboard door offers an inspirational phrase by Joseph Chilton Pearce, noted child development author who believed that imaginative play was the most crucial of childhood activities.
Typographic wood decorations create a stimulating accent wall, spelling out CMYK in honor of the primary colors of the printing world. It adds a little more pop to the color theme without requiring bright hues throughout.
A big scribbly bear print on the door adds a cool artistic element. The black wall clock looks especially sophisticated hanging by a silver-capped rope on the wall, a sleek grown-up counterbalance to the star-clad poufs and industrial-style chromed bedside drawers.
Visualizer:Pavel Alekseev
This neat interior by Pavel Alekseev combines industrial, rustic, and retro themes into one delightfully imaginative bedroom. The gray walls and strong wooden floor are sure to serve the child well until teenage years. It’s nice to see that the decor is easily engaging enough for children while stylish enough to please the parents too.
The adorable decorations are easy to change out, while the gray walls and decorative wallpaper will grow with the child.
The simple floor lamp and ballerina prints are among the few decorations near the bed. An uncluttered sleeping area is less distracting when early mornings call for a swift and productive sleep.
A gossamer tipi steals the show – perfect for reading, writing, and imagination. It’s gently lit from within to create a welcoming and functional retreat.
Visualizer:Amir Sayed Mohamed Refaat
White and cotton candy pink make this expertly-coordinated room extra sweet. Toy Story prints make a big impression covering the far wall, each with a unique frame for playful variety. Circles, squares, hearts, and flowers contribute to the lively atmosphere. This charming design is the work of Amir Sayed Mohamed Refaat, a designer working from Cairo.
Other cute art includes another cute polar bear framed on the wall, and a clever “Cat Man” print behind the lamp.
The same yellow circles appear on the drawer of the floating television console. The raised console is particularly nice because it’s just the right height for getting to the drawers, while being easy to sweep beneath.
Cutout circles on the yellow desk drawer pair so well with the LEGO storage heads, a subtle sub-theme within the overall design.
Grayscale interior design makes the color elements pop out. Plus, the neutral base is a functional choice because it’s easy to incorporate into future designs. Yellow could be a fun color to pair with other additions if the young resident desires more variety in the future.
Don’t you just love that little owl table lamp? This bright character is called Ti.Vedo by Matteo Ugolini, made of ceramic and outfitted with Edison bulb eyes. It’s important to give workspaces a bit of personality without sacrificing practicality – this desk sets the stage for concentration with a classic Eames armchair.
The printed wallpaper comes from an original 1950s design by Una Lindsey. Detailed bird illustrations offer a cheerful presence.
Designer:Mitaka Dimov
Bulgarian designer Mitaka Dimov created this bedroom suitable for boys and girls alike – the delightful yellow and gray color theme is super flexible, and the art is positively delightful including pieces like The Yellow Umbrella by Taren Black and Artic Constellations by Katerina Nikolovska. It uses bold patterns and colors but with an exceptionally light touch.
The closet features motivational phrases in a variety of fonts, with memorable adages like “Smooth seas never made a skillful sailor”.
Such playful furniture! The pink rocking horse is adorable, and the kid-sized chairs pair so well with that fabulously unique circle-tufted headboard. Those wavy designer table lamps are such a neat addition.
Interior designers are well familiar with the paradox where space constraints actually enhance creativity by requiring an approach that breaks a problem down to its most basic parts. These 6 apartments make 30 square meters look comfortable rather than limited - every piece of furniture makes a big visual impact but leaves plenty of legroom, and each accessory serves a purpose rather than simply filling a void. Browse through these inspiring small apartments and their super-compact floor plans for a nice variety of organization techniques to try at home.
Visualizer:Yelena Potemkin
Yelena Potemkin designed this studio apartment to fit the client’s requirements of a sleek and functional interior on a modest budget, with the intention of creating a home anyone would love to rent. At just 29 square meters (not counting the balcony) this small studio makes the most of simple furniture to maintain a sense of spaciousness. The neutral palettes and smart storage solutions leave plenty of room for a tenant to explore different decor themes.
Black and chrome pair perfectly with the concrete ceiling. The industrial influence is easy to appreciate but an occupant with different tastes would have no trouble adapting it.
Pale green accents are fresh and cute, a nice contrast to the strong industrial materials.
A simple interior doesn’t have to lack decorative flair. This soft watercolor painting both complements and opposes the scored concrete wall behind it.
The kitchen is distinguished by a matte black volume, concealing the bathroom inside.
Overall, the layout is tidy and efficient.
Geometric pendant lights in the foreground provide illumination over the dining table without obscuring the view from anywhere in the apartment.
Near the door, kitchen storage transitions seamlessly into entryway seating on the far left.
A textural black stone wall makes up the main portion of the bathroom, and wood cladding defines the other.
Visualizer:Catherine Remizov
Catherine Remizov designed this apartment with a surprisingly classic and luxurious vibe despite its restrictive 20 square meter floor plan – and the result is bursting with personality! It contains all the necessities, some of which are hidden away with clever tricks to save visual real estate. Every inch of this apartment reflects a strong and adventurous personality, and seems to utilize each available surface for the purpose of expression. Keep reading to see the room visualized in several subtly different styles.
This interior certainly doesn’t back down from bold accessories like zebra print, silky pillows in orchid pink, and shapely accessories on the shelf behind the sofa. Diagonal wood floors offer another irreplaceable source of personality.
Mirrors and glossy surfaces maximize the amount of light this apartment gets from its single large window.
The kitchen is especially polished. High-gloss cabinetry in white reflects a tremendous amount of light back toward the living room, while exotic wood panels with rich grain make it feel unique and welcoming. Beautiful kitchen pendants complete the effect.
A small office occupies an open spot near the entertainment console.
Now, let’s take a look at some of the other bedroom configurations the designer visualized to see how flexible this interior really is. This one features sleek wooden paneling behind the sofa-bed, the same pattern used in the kitchen. Shelving surrounds the sofa on all sides.
For comparison, here is the original sofa area featured in the first visualization.
Here’s a visualization of the same space with a rounded retro-style mirror. This is also a good view of the bed fully extended – a smart design for such a small space.
And another view of the original decor, this time visualized at night.
This time the headboard is decorated with framed architectural sketches. Note the cute child’s bed in front of the window with drawers beneath.
Indirect lighting beneath the open shelf is a nice touch.
The Murphy bed is pulled down to reveal three rows of architectural sketches. The shelf visible in the previous visualization likely swings down to become the end legs of the bed.
Here’s an overhead view of the compact yet exciting apartment.
And here’s the same view, where mauve pillows replace the white ones.
The bathroom makes great use of its limited space with a corner shower.
Visualizer:Stanislav Aynulov
This home by Stanislav Aynulov takes a clever approach to space management by integrating dual-purpose furniture and storage wherever possible. Its 28 square meter interior looks simple and spacious – brightened by a colorful geometric rug and gem-toned dining pendant lights .
The raised sofa/bed platform offers plenty of room for storage beneath, and modern artwork unifies the rainbow color theme.
Pendant lamp wires are routed carefully along the ceiling. This contributes to a cool industrial flavor, enhanced by the iron cantilever wall lamps and the painted brick walls in the background.
Check out that mirror! Its playful angles echo those of the corner shower.
Even the toilet occupies a corner position!
A cheerful little office makes good use of the enclosed balcony outside.
There’s always room for a vertical garden!
Visualizer:Eugene Han
Designer Eugene Han had to overcome a number of unique challenges to transform this apartment into the stylish and modern abode it is today. Located in an older building, it was necessary to refit the interior to accommodate a family of three – in just 21 square meters. This renovation balances the needs of the family with a strong respect for historic architecture.
Already, smart space-saving solutions come into play with a coffee table that lifts and expands to create a full dining setup. The small chairs have no backs and slide easily under the table in case anybody needs to get through. At least two table places are accommodated by the sofa itself.
No, the room isn’t huge – that’s just a full length mirror on the wall behind the entertainment console.
The Murphy bed and sofa combination has quite a few tricks up its sleeve. Pay extra attention to the lower shelves on the left hand side, and compare to the next picture…
…surprise! A panel folds down and two cabinets open up to create a sturdy and functional desk for working or studying.
But, the coolest thing about this Murphy bed is the unique shelf design – rather than needing to clear the shelf to use the bed, it simply swings forward to serve as support.
A small bed for the children occupies the platform in front of the window and conveniently doubles as a comfortable bench seat for socializing. A cute wood slat screen slides out to provide some privacy for sleeping.
Don’t you just love those rich red floors? This color warms the room and adds visual interest without compromising the monochromatic interior theme.
In a home this compact, it makes sense to take advantage of every inch of storage space available. Here, you can see the cabinetry above the entryway, accessible by a sleek sliding ladder.
The sliding ladder also conveniently doubles as a rack for coats and umbrellas.
With a high window making it difficult to see outdoors, this fabulous backsplash mural offers a breathtaking view – not one to be found from most apartments.
Visualizer:Olga Chekmaryov
Olga Chekmaryov designed this small apartment within a new residential complex – to make the space attractive to renters, natural materials and neutral colors provide the interior with an appealing blank canvas suited to the needs of any future occupant. Warm textures and materials make it feel like home. This apartment is compact but certainly doesn’t feel cramped.
Painted white brick and warm wood cladding are perfectly in line with today’s trends, but these classic materials never really go out of style. The Areca palm spotted here is one of the best indoor plants to have.
The walls are lined with convenient storage spaces. Tall cabinets occupy the left, while extra-wide cabinets occupy the right. The unique floor lamp adds a nice touch.
It’s not just a decorative touch – to visually divide the dining room from the kitchen and living room, a band of wood slats traverses the right wall and reaches across the ceiling overhead. Implied boundaries are much more space effective than dividing walls.
A glass backsplash maintains the character of the brick while significantly simplifying cleanup.
It’s rare to see such an attractive entryway! The matte black door wraps back into the wood theme with a bar of paneling stretching across the middle portion, decorated with a clock and three lights above.
Large mirrored panels help open the entryway to make it feel more spacious and lively. The bathroom is tucked away behind the nearly-invisible mirrored door.
The mirrored door might disorient visitors at first, but it’s a smart way to make the space look larger while bouncing more light into the far corners of the room.
Such a cute idea! A driftwood wreath hangs from the full-size bathroom mirror to create a sort of frame – this would be such a fun and easy idea to recreate.
Compact bathroom design meets every need (including laundry) without an inch of wasted space.
Visualizer:Yulia Baranova
Our final compact home design is the work of Yulia Baranova, with a sweet and stylish home decorated in white and gray with abundant wood cladding. Bright teal accents demonstrate the flexibility of the design – how it could be decorated to fit any style. But perhaps the most impressive feature is the loft bed that takes advantage of the home’s high ceilings, freeing up space for storage beneath.
Even the stairs to the loft bed contain drawers for extra storage. This abundance of storage eliminates the need for dressers and cabinets so the rest of the interior can maintain its sleek minimalistic theme.
Geometric themes add decoration without overwhelming the interior with too much visual noise.
Despite fitting in a space barely large enough for the chair, this little office offers quite a robust setup. Three rows of bookshelves hold a great deal of reference material, with a cute little guard rail on the bottom shelf for style and stability.
Glossy green cabinetry adds a splash of color to the kitchen design. The rest of the space is white and matte gray, putting much of the emphasis on the lovely view out the window.
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
