Decorative bowls are a fantastically versatile accent category. They can be displayed on their own or used with other objects you already have – they can be a stage on which you can display decorations, or they can help to organize the everyday essentials around your home. In this post, we’ve collected our favorite decorative bowls for any purpose. From small decorative dishes to dramatic sculptural vessels, there’s something here sure to suit every style. Need something to fill in that empty shelf or that bare tabletop? Find your next favorite accessory in the compilation below.

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White Ceramic Leaf-Shaped Bowls

These leaf-shaped decorative bowls are fun to use together or apart. Invest in the small ginkgo leaf or elm leaf to use in accent placements or let the large ash leaf shine as a table centerpiece. Each one is crafted from fine Italian stoneware, finished in brilliant white to serve as a versatile canvas for endless decorative pairings.

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Gilded Dora Maar Decorative Bowl

Prolific designer Jonathan Adler is known for his glam-forward furniture designs and his subversive ceramics – the Dora Maar bowl has become an especially iconic addition to his portfolio. This piece is given a glam treatment with details in radiant gold. Display on a shelf or fill with cut flowers on any tabletop.

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Geometric Small Decorative Bowl Set

Invest in a set for instant coordination. These budget-friendly ceramic bowls feature a faceted shape for a modern geometric look, each one trimmed with gold glaze for a touch of luxe appeal. This set of two maintains a compact footprint for easy placement anywhere, from office desks to bathroom countertops.

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Adler Eve Gold and White Decorative Bowl

A hand-shaped base lends this decorative bowl a tremendous sense of sculptural appeal and charismatic personality. The porcelain exterior maintains a matte finish, the interior electroplated with radiant gold. This playful Jonathan Adler design measures at 8 inches across.

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Shallow Decorative Gold Bowl

With its low edges, this shallow bowl is ideal for decorative display – use as a sophisticated stage for items like pinecones, crystals, small trinkets, and more. It could also serve as a convenient landing place for jewelry at the bedside or pocket change at the entryway.

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Decorative Solid Brass Ripple Bowl

The gorgeous Ripple Bowl is crafted from solid hand-cast brass sure to last a lifetime with proper care. The gentle wavering edge lends a playful contemporary touch, sure to capture attention whether the bowl is filled or left empty. This piece measures at 12 inches across and stands on a dramatic pedestal base.

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Nambe Copper Bowl with Patina

A natural verdigris patina enlivens the textured exterior with brilliant contrasting color, while polished copper plating illuminates the bowl from within. This beautiful Lisa Smith design features a rippled edge sure to draw the eye from any angle. At 15 inches across, the bowl is ready to stand as a focal point on any shelf or table.

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Red Moon Copper Decorative Bowl

Designed by Elisa Ossino, the large Red Moon Bowl showcases the raw beauty of expertly finished copper. Each one is handmade and finished with a clear lacquer to reduce oxidation for a pristine look sure to last. Stilt-like legs lend an architectural quality to this irresistible design.

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Red Moon Decorative Copper Bowl

The small Red Moon Bowl features a jaunty disc-shaped handle that strikes a playful silhouette. Like all pieces in the Red Moon collection, this piece is crafted from smooth copper with a clear satin finish.

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Textured Silver Decorative Bowl

This simple spun bowl is handcrafted with a textural silver exterior that sparkles in the light. The sides of the bowl are kept low to display whichever items are placed within.

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Geometric Silver Decorative Bowl

The exciting La Stanza dello Scirocco series is a collection of home accessories by architect and designer Mario Trimarchi, its form appearing to defy gravity like confetti caught in a gust of wind. This piece is finished in a reflective silver – also available in black and white.

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Alessi Silver Decorative Bowls

Double wall construction gives the Double Bowl series a creative reflection-bending design that elevates the contents of each. For display, the mirror polish is sure to delight. For practical applications, the interior void serves as an insulator to keep chilled salads or desserts cool until served.

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Nambe Silver Decorative Bowl

Designed by sculptor and furnituremaker Sean O’Hara, the Nambe Love Bowl features an especially refined silhouette and beautifully polished surface sure to look fabulous anywhere in the home – but its heart shape makes it an especially thoughtful option for gifting. Nambe alloy is famously non-reactive for protection against tarnishing.

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Large Decorative Footed Bowl

A speckled mercury glass effect gives this large decorative bowl a sense of vintage character, while the silhouette establishes a sharp modern impression. The weighty aluminum base ensures stability whether displayed empty or filled with your favorite decorative finds.

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Palm-Shaped Gold Decorative Bowl Set

Cast from aluminum, these substantial decorative bowls feature an impressive depth of detail – each one shaped like a stylized tropical leaf. Use to complement interior themes ranging from glam to mid-century modern to coastal and more. Each set includes three bowls.

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Venus Williams Bronze Decorative Bowl

From the homeware line of tennis legend Venus Williams comes a decorative bowl worthy of your most prominent placements throughout the home. This piece is raised on a sophisticated stand, the surfaces finished in weathered bronze for a distinguished antique look.

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Echasse Large Decorative Glass Bowl

Echasse is named for the French word for stilts, an apt way to describe the unique brushed brass base of this elegant glass bowl. This gorgeous Theresa Rand design is ideal for contemporary, mid-century, and minimalist interior themes.

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Iittala Kuru Decorative Glass Bowls

Kuru is a series of decorative bowls by Philippe Malouin, manufactured in Finland by legendary glassworks company and design brand Iittala. Choose from three smokey colorways, each one crafted with a small footprint that can fit easily in any niche throughout the home.

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Gomez Red Decorative Glass Bowl

Handblown glass construction makes every Gomez centerpiece bowl a unique work of art, each one differing slightly from the next. These gorgeous accents boast a rich amber tone for easy coordination with a wide variety of interior themes. Each one is food safe for functional use in the kitchen, if desired.

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Flower-Shaped Decorative Bowl

Carved from natural mango wood, this playful flower-shaped bowl is sure to capture attention in any placement. This piece features a strong pedestal base and a shallow basin, serving as a functional stage for decorative objects you place within.

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Stoneware Jade Green Decorative Bowl

Jonathan Adler’s gorgeous Berlin bowl is reimagined in mottled jade stoneware for a creative carved look. This piece features a dome-shaped bowl supported by a stable structural base for an architectural look. This bowl measures at 8 inches in diameter.

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Blue Cabbage Decorative Bowl

This playful decorative bowl is imprinted with a botanical relief to mimic the layered look of cabbage leaves, every detail accented by a glossy colorful glaze. Choose from five color options – some color options are available in a range of sizes so that you can mix and match to create a fun composition.

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Mosaic Decorative Blue Bowl

This matte white bowl is accented with a mosaic of brilliant cerulean tile, artistic in every detail. Use this decorative bowl to complement interior themes like bohemian chic, coastal, eclectic, and more. This bowl measures at just under 15 inches across.

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Kosta Boda Blue and White Decorative Bowl

This chic Kosta Boda bowl beautifully reflects the experimental minimalist styling of its designer, Anna Ehrner. Bold swirls of color weave their way throughout the glass like expressive strokes of a paintbrush. Each one is unique. Choose from seven different styles.

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Small Blue Decorative Bowl

These shallow bowls offer a fantastic way to organize small items throughout the home, able to fit effortlessly almost anywhere. Choose from four stylish colors – use to catch jewelry at the bedside, to store pocket change at the entryway, or use on a desk to hold office supplies.

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Raawii Strøm Pink Decorative Bowl

This chic modern bowl by Nicholai Wiig-Hansen draws inspiration from the iconic still life works of Danish painter Vilhelm Lundstrøm, from which the vessel draws its name. This bowl is crafted from silky matte earthenware and is available in four adaptable colors.

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Kubus Modern Decorative Bowl

Kubus is a series based on original drawings by legendary architect Mogens Lassen, each piece utilizing Bauhaus-inspired geometry and utilitarian finishes. This bowl is crafted from sturdy steel in a matte black lacquered finish, also available in brass and white.

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Adler White and Black Decorative Bowls

Jonathan Adler’s Palm Springs series features bold geometric silhouettes decorated with playful patterns in textural black and smooth white glaze. Mix and match different shapes and sizes to create your own unique decorative composition on any table or shelf.

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Leather Decorative Bowl Catchall

Genuine full-grain leather is stiffened and tied off to create a structurally stable bowl design, ideal for decorative or functional use. Place at the entryway as a catchall, in the bedroom as a jewelry tray, or in the office to collect accessories.

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Floral Decorative Stoneware Bowl

Lightly decorated with charming botanical motifs, this hand-formed stoneware bowl offers a touch of whimsy for any surface in the home. This delightful piece is beautiful enough for display alone or filled with your favorite potpourris, dried flowers, decorative orbs, and more.

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Rattan Decorative Bowl with Lid

Are you looking for a decorative bowl geared more toward storage than display? This beautiful piece is woven from natural rattan with a matching lid to keep the contained items hidden from sight. Use to stash away clutter or place on a table to contain everyday essentials.

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Striped Decorative Bowl Set

Beautifully sculpted terracotta is adorned with a woven rattan rim. This enchanting decorative bowl set offers a medley of rich texture sure to elevate the decor of any room. Use this set to complement interior themes like tropical, bohemian chic, global, and more.

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Rattan Decorative Centerpiece Bowl

Natural rattan is hand-woven with true sculptural appeal in this breathtaking decorative bowl. Use as a dramatic centerpiece or as a standalone work of art on any table or shelf.

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Terracotta and Rattan Decorative Bowl

This weighty terracotta bowl stands tall on a stable pedestal, the rim of the bowl decorated with rhythmic handles each wrapped in natural rope. The concrete-like finish makes this piece suitable for a range of interior themes from minimalist to coastal to industrial and more.

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Ruffled Carved Marble Decorative Bowl

These solid marble bowls are intricately carved in a playful ruffled shape, the hard stone given a weightless fabric-like look. Each bowl is sold separately – use alone or mix and match. The coral-like shape makes this set ideal for nautical decor themes.

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White Wooden Oval Decorative Bowl

Hand-carved from natural paulownia wood and given an airy whitewashed finish, this beautiful accent offers a touch of tasteful rusticism ideal for farmhouse and cottage interior themes. Use as a catch-all tray, as a shallow bowl for decorations, or use as a base for other decorative vessels.

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Heavy Marble Decorative Oval Bowl

This carved marble bowl measures at 26 inches in length, ideal for use along a large shelf or placed atop a dining table as a powerful centerpiece. The subtle footed design makes this piece an especially stately decoration even when displayed on its own.

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Large White Marble Decorative Bowl

A smoothly honed marble vessel stands perched atop a carved acacia wood base, a combination of soft and hard natural materials that treat the eye to a pleasant play on contrasts. This piece is handmade and measures at 15 inches in diameter sure to make a dramatic impression anywhere. Food-safe construction makes this piece suitable for use as a fruit bowl.

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Global Views Marble Decorative Bowl

White marble is carved with a playful scalloped shape, the edges lightly shaped to establish a dramatic interplay between light and shadow. This intriguing design features high peaks to contain items within, the low valleys allowing a peek at the contents within.

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Footed Decorative Metal Bowl

This handsome decorative bowl is crafted from sturdy metal and finished in textural taupe, the matte effect emphasizing its geometric silhouette. A tall footed base elevates the vessel for standalone decorative appeal. This piece measures at 8 inches in diameter.

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Terrazzo Black Decorative Bowl

Measuring at 14 inches across, the dramatic shallow bowl serves as a dramatic stage where you can display your favorite decorative contents. This piece is made from a unique terrazzo material, finished with a black resin rim for sophisticated modern contrast.

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Terracotta Decorative Bowl with Woven Base

Crafted from terracotta finished to look like carved stone, the dramatic Lakshmi Bowl offers an artistic take on natural elegance. This piece perches on a woven water hyacinth base to establish a sculptural presentation.

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Earthenware Prong Decorative Bowl

This playful earthenware bowl is handcrafted in Brooklyn, NY, made with an open shape for a bright and airy look. Use on its own or drop a small cloth inside the bowl to contain smaller items as needed.

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Dried Lavender Decorative Bowl Set

Designer and crafter Madeline Philbeck showcases an especially creative way to decorate with natural materials with this unique lavender bowl set. Each bowl is made with real lavender pressed into paper-thin polymer clay, the edges accented with a touch of gold leaf for a glamorous shine.

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Ettore Sottsass Yellow Decorative Bowl

Created by Italian design legend Ettore Sottsass, this striking centerpiece is an icon of postmodernism that can be displayed anywhere throughout the home. This piece is crafted from beautiful limewood, the base finished in bright and sunny yellow.

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Large Decorative Wood Bowl

Sculpted from paulownia, this simple wooden bowl features beautifully prominent woodgrain, each one unique. This piece measures at just over 20 inches in diameter to serve as a substantial decorative element on any tabletop – the scale is especially perfect for use as a dining table centerpiece.

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Carved Wooden Decorative Bowl

This charming mango wood bowl features a carved surface finished in a light whitewash finish. Use to complement interior themes like coastal, bohemian, cottage chic, and more. This bowl measures at just over 11 inches in diameter.

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Wooden Long Decorative Bowl

Sculpted from sturdy teak wood, this beautiful oblong bowl offers a touch of nature for any surface in the home. This piece measures at just over 26 inches in length, ideal for wide shelves or for use as a centerpiece on a large dining table.

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Carved Wooden Decorative Bowl Set

Playful scalloped edges set these decorative bowls apart from the rest. Each one is carved from solid teak wood that will only grow more beautiful with age and wear. Each set includes three bowls – the largest at 14 inches in diameter and the smallest measuring at 10 inches in diameter.

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Carved Wood Decorative Bowls

These gorgeous wooden bowls are crafted from the stumps of fir trees left behind after logging operations – by removing these stumps, new growth is allowed to flourish. Each bowl differs slightly from the next, making each one a unique work of art.

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Footed Wooden Decorative Bowl

This simple wooden bowl is elevated – figuratively and literally – by the addition of elegant round feet at the base. Use as a serving bowl, a centerpiece, or as a stage for tabletop decorations.

Natural wood and indoor plants instil a sense of serenity into modern living spaces. This Mother Nature inspired meld helps us to separate from the plastic contemporary world a little, and to rekindle our connection with the Earth. Even if only in small doses, green and wood tone infusions add a softness to modern decor schemes, as well as interesting texture, and an invigorating reminder of the life that thrives outside of man-made walls. Join us as we tour three inspiring modern home interiors that beautifully incorporate plants and timber into stylish lounges, dining rooms, kitchens, and possibly the most beautiful laundry room in the world!

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Designer:NG Design| Visualizer:Ivane Gavasheli

Located in Tbilisi, the ancient capital city of Georgia, this modern apartment interior is coloured with blue, yellow, wood tone, and living green accents. A textured living room rug lays down a cosy base beneath a rectangle coffee table with storage.

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The living room stands open to the home entryway to allow daylight to filter through.

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Slatted wood panels on the TV wall draw the eye vertically to meet a large modern chandelier . Mature indoor plants perfectly complement the rich timber statement wall.

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Wide wood flooring planks are set diagonally across the living room and hallway to increase the sense of space.

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The L-shaped sofa arrangement subtly splits the living room dining room combo . A wall of bookshelves makes a lively backdrop for the eating area.

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A rattan unit proudly displays a record player, a collection of vinyl, and a John Lennon poster print in this music lover’s home .

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The striking lighting feature that stretches the full length of the dining room table is the Palma pendant light , designed by Antoni Arola for Vibia.

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More books and indoor plants line the walkway into a glass wall kitchen design. Ribbons of LEDs underline the floating bookshelves and wood slatted wall panels. A stone hearth attractively trims the base of the feature wall.

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Soothing duck egg cabinets are combined with warm wood tone counterparts. A central kitchen island includes a breakfast bar around two of its edges. Huge windows bring in peaceful treetop views.

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Black and white floor tiles add edgy contrast and pattern to the modern kitchen decor scheme.

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Curio cabinets flank a kitchen TV wall, which is clad in duck egg painted slatted wall panels.

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Ceiling mounted shelves hold glassware and tea sets above the kitchen island and breakfast bar.

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Louvre doors enclose a generously sized entryway closet.

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Visualizer:Dương Phan

Our second natural wood and plant inhabited interior space is accented with calming beige & rich cognac elements.

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cool the open plan living space, where the sofa looks directly onto the dining area and kitchen.

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A chunky wooden racetrack coffee table serves as a visual divide between the lounge and the eating area. A small footstool can be used as extra seating at the side.

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A round area rug further defines the sitting room with a subtle beige weave.

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Modern dining room pendant lights are paired to illuminate the full length of the table.

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The dining table attaches to the edge of a short kitchen peninsula to create a streamlined solution.

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Monochrome floor tiles add bold black and white pattern under the kitchen diner area, which cheerfully differentiates it from the rest of the grey concrete living room

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A wood slatted wall section calls attention to a built-in bench seat in the home entryway, where wall hooks hold bags off the floor and keep coats tidy.

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A small, romantic courtyard area is furnished with a set of bamboo & french rattan chairs. This Nordic meets traditional Moroccan design is the Nomad lounge chair , by NORR11.

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Visualizer:Dương Phan

Our final modern home design contains possibly one of the most beautiful laundry rooms in the world… But don’t skip ahead just yet, because the living room holds its own set of inspirational features, like this deliciously curvy sofa and a stylish light-permeable room divider that sections off the staircase. A storage ottoman mirrors the sofas pale upholstery at the opposite end of a rich, chocolatey brown couch.

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A large area rug carries a circular motif that complements the sofa’s rounded silhouette.

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Bespoke shelving units flank the fresh white TV wall with rich wood grain.

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A stunning courtyard peacefully parts the TV lounge from the kitchen diner.

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The edges of the picturesque courtyard are raised as a patio, making a platform for a restful reading nook on one side, and for kitchen bar stools on the other.

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A beautiful tree climbs through the double height void.

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Gloss white wall cabinets keep the kitchen layout feeling open and spacious at head-height, whilst base cabinets add visual weight in dark wood grain.

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The kitchen arrangement cosily embraces the dining spot at its centre.

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Enticingly illuminated wine storage units complete the final wall of the kitchen layout.

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With the courtyard tree towering nearby, the indoor dining area has an al fresco appeal.

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A simple white linear suspension light cleanly draws above the length of the dining table.

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Upstairs, black metal shutters form a checkerboard pattern across the courtyard skylight.

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Black metal balustrades curve around the landing area and down the light-filled stairwell.

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An airy upstairs lounge is decorated in a relaxed beige palette and a natural jute rug . The round rug pools beneath a round black coffee table .

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A small, potted tree extends the greenery of the courtyard.

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Black steel frames sharply edge a glass wall bedroom and a door that leads to an upstairs courtyard.

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The upstairs “courtyard” is actually a stunning laundry room, complete with a stacked washing machine and tumble dryer combo, laundry baskets, and well organised utility storage.

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A swing seat sways above a grassy lawn and stepping stones, looking upon a pretty vertical garden. The tranquil sounds of a water feature drown out the drone of the washing machine. With a fabulous space like this, we’d never complain about doing the laundry ever again!

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

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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

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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

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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

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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?

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Visualizer:Huso

18. Create a Modern Dark Kitchen with Gradients

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Visualizer:Sasha Zolotukhin