You only get one chance to make a good first impression, so why wouldn’t you make your front door entrance the absolute best it can be? These 51 front door entrance ideas each welcome you with a high-end “hello”, which sets the tone of what’s to come. You’ll find a multitude of unique designs here, which build fabulous first impressions through use of outdoor lighting, creative landscaping, concrete overhangs, cutaway canopies, art sculpture, water features, contrasting materials, and picture-perfect pathways. We take a look at secretive entryways that build anticipation, a number of wide open glass door entrances, grand double front doors, and ultra contemporary pivot front door designs.
Visualizer:Bezmirno Architects
Conjure mystique. Our first front door entranceway leads into an interim courtyard, which builds a sense of peace and tranquility upon the short journey into the house. Stair lights glow mysteriously from under the treads to build anticipation.
Architect:Sanjay Puri Architects
Open out a narrow walkway. Picture windows reveal snap shots of the house interior all along this narrow home entrance. Uplighters illuminate green borders, pushing out the sides of the stepping stone and pebble pathway. Full house tour here .
Photographer:Lance Gerber| Via:Dwell
Inspiration from Japan. Japanese inspired screen doors reveal hints of a zen courtyard through black lattice, allowing one green space to link to the next.
Architect:RAW Architecture
A different take on the Japanese Shoji inspired entrance.
Architect:Base Architecture| Visualizer:Zmicier Maslouski
Natural meets modern. These rugged stone walls make wonderfully cooling contrast with a golden wood frame front door. A white path and white concrete roof slice cleanly between the dark grey masses.
Architect:MW Works
Nothing to hide. This modern glass wall home has a clear glass front door entrance to match, so there’ll be no hiding from door-to-door salesmen or unexpected in-laws!
Architect:Dada & Partners
Build perceived status with elegant statues. A collection of art sculptures adorn this home entrance, elevating and dramatising the approach. They make a perfect introduction to a house filled with more masterpieces.
Architect:Ramon Esteve Estudio
Capture sunlight with cutaways. The concrete overhang over this home entryway features a deep cutaway so that sunlight hits indirectly, creating light play. Full house tour here .
Architect:Barella Arquitectura
Cutaways also allow sunlight hungry plants to be enriched when planted deep within covered doorways.
Architect:Di Frenna Arquitectos
Add your personal stamp with a huge house number . This one stands out elegantly on a pure white home exterior, where decorative concrete blocks form a lace-like panel over a natural timber front door. Full house tour here .
Visualizer:TOT Render
Nestled in the trees. The overhang on this front door entrance is part concrete, part tree, as the two bridge to form one picturesque canopy.
Architect:BZP Arquitetura
Full height floor to ceiling doors. This front door has no containing upper or lower framework, giving the entranceway seamless grandeur.
Architect:George Smart| Designer:Curiel Arquitectos| Via:Dwell
Build balance with surroundings. Two trees flank this home’s front entrance, so a double front door design has been selected to compliment the twin tree trunks.
Architect:Tom Meaney Architect
Another perfectly balanced front door entrance, this time with twin trees, benches and wall sconces.
Architect:Cuppett Architects
Wood adds a wealth of warmth to monochrome home exteriors. This cool stone and black powder coated metal architecture becomes infinitely more welcoming with the rich timber addition.
Visualizer:Mai Dũng
Water features add wow factor, atmospheric sound and captivating movement. This one is lit up with outdoor lighting too, so that it can also be admired at night.
Visualizer:Lv Xiaobin
Broader bodies of water give a home entrance a floating effect.
Visualizer:Vizforge
Layered canopies provide shaded walkways out of the burning sun, a pleasant welcome in hot climates.
Designer:Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Stage it. From the iconic Farnsworth House, this tall staircase entrance has been split in half with a large concrete platform placed between–almost like an outdoor stage.
Architect:Lagula Architects
Cut a sweeping entrance with a curved canopy. This one has a circular skylight to elaborate on the curvaceous theme.
Visualizer:Fathy Ibrahim
Match up the metalwork. This wood slatted front door is flanked by chic outdoor wall sconces that complement the dark silhouette of its black metal bar handle.
Visualizer:TAFF Arquitectos
The linear look. The horizontal timber boards of this modern door design complement the shallow steps that lead to it, and the staircase that climbs to the rear entrance. Fins fashioned into the side of the concrete façade elevate the linear aesthetic.
Designer:Abin Design Studio
L-shaped steps carve out the opportunity for a long and deep planter by the doorway.
Architect:MW Works
The indirect approach. Lay slabs that meander rather than direct, like a mini path of discovery.
Architect:Ames Peterson
Another take on the indirect approach.
Designer:Kym Rodger Design
Whether you have space for planters or not, greenery can grow a welcoming touch. Plant a vertical garden full of different leaf sizes for a deeply textured garden wall that looks like a living work of art.
Designer:Mark Tessier
Romance isn’t dead. Even an ultra modern front door can be given a touch of traditional whimsy and romance by adding a floral arch.
Source:McKimm
Wide steps have dormant potential as concrete planters. Hollow out about half of each step to plant a picture-perfect pathway of slow growing shrubs.
Designer:Unknown
For retro-fit wow factor, erect a pergola over the front entrance. Extend it with a carport for added usability.
Architect:CUBYC arсhitects| Visualizer:Inviz
Peaceful and perfect. Accentuate a crisp minimalist home entrance with perimeter lighting.
Architect:Celso Laetano Arquitetura
Let nature take centre stage, like this fantastic mature tree. A wood front door and wooden garage shutters complement the bark.
Architect:Tate Studio Architects
More beautiful traditional Japanese inspiration, this time from a large zen garden.
Architect:Tate Studio Architects
An arid garden shapes this front entrance, planted with spiky succulents and uniform rows of round cacti. Large paving slabs vibe with a wide slab-like front door design.
Architect:Coates Design
An elbow canopy constructs a sense of intimacy from an angled approach.
Architect:South Coast Architects
A sweeping pathway presents opportunity for shapely plant beds. Turf fillers draw emerald outlines.
Architect:Tim Stewart Architects
Craft a wood slat feature wall to create wondrous height.
Architect:Choeff Levy Fischman
People are intrinsically drawn to waterfalls, and this seven foot water feature has stunning allure by a floating pathway. Note how the front door timber and wood siding horizontally contrast with the fall.
Architect:Richard Cole Architecture
A wood ceiling creates a comforting sense of already being indoors.
Visualizer:Deraya Designs
Play with solid volumes and voids, like this concrete picture frame courtyard.
Architect:Luigi Rosselli Architects
Cluster families of modern outdoor planters in varying heights. Use architectural plants to create shape, and differering leaf colours for interest. Here, green and red foliage rest darkly against white on white front door and entryway decor.
Designer:Masonry Design
Generate character in a modern setting. This fabulous three-piece shuttered front door design sets a scene strength and charm at the same time. Large bowl planters flank either side of the concrete stoop, alive with tiny pricks of intense red flowers.
Architect:SCDA Architects| Photographer:Seth Powers
The faux giant front door. Get the look of a grand door without the extra weight and hinge size by cutting a small door within a matching surround. Timber planks do a great job of disguising the joins.
Via:Dwell
Sliding glass doors allow the house to stand open to the garden in a welcoming indoor-outdoor living style… Exclusively suited to those who live on a gated property, unless you want strangers wandering in off the street!
Architect:Frédérique Legon Pyra
The theatrical entryway. A wide pivot door spins an elaborate first impression between two gorgeous palm trees on this property. Angular windows have been cut out of a concrete walled courtyard between. A circular pool is set centrestage to playfully disrupt the walkway.
Architect:Word Of Mouth
Interlace concrete and wood. The climb to this amazing elevated design looks steep with its deep concrete steps, but timber treads in between make the ascent easy work. Feathery grasses soften the edges of the concrete staircase and assist to the lightweight appearance of the main volume. Wood slat walls attractively shroud a covered porch.
Architect:JC Architecture
Make a bright colourful statement with your front door, even if there is not one single splash of another colour on, or in, the property. This simple change is tried and proven to add a positive burst of curbside appeal.
Architect:Greenbox Design
Assemble an indoor atmosphere to feel at home before you’re even through the front door.
Visualizer:Bezmirno Architects
Dark and delicious. Dark grey stone, deep stained wood slats and wood facing come together to make a sophisticated front door entrance. Full house tour here .
Visualizer:Bezmirno Architects
Use the landscape. The bordering wall of this property is sliced through with transparent sections to reveal beautiful tree filled land beyond. An outdoor bench sets out a spot to enjoy the viewpoint.
Photographer:Mathieu Fiol
A long approach is a place to play. Water features, flower planters and palm trees make this home looks like a party and we’re only on the front door step. The mind boggles at what might await inside!
Designer:Scott Lewis Landscape Architecture
Low key but aglow with lanterns. This looks like a place where they always keep the home fires burning and fresh tea in the pot.
This idyllic Beverly Hills retreat is a 6,533 square foot single story new-build in the prestigious Trousdale Estates. The house beds onto the green hillside, where a backyard trail leads to a sweet vantage point with city views. It has been thoughtfully created in organic finishes and clean lines to build an iconic piece of Beverly Hills style. The house boasts five beautiful bedrooms, and six and a half bathrooms. Amenities include a home theater, gym, laundry room, a VRV system for independent room temps, a 45 foot swimming pool, and an outdoor bar area. Each of the main rooms spill out onto the terrace, giving the home a true indoor-outdoor connection.
The luxury living room showcases a generous 11.5 foot high ceiling. Walnut panels warmly clad all of the walls.
A huge modern sofa with integrated side tables draws an L-shaped arrangement around the lounge. Custom bookcases give the room a stylish homey feel, stacked with tomes and sculptural decor.
Wide views of the green hillside colour the living room with vivacious natural hues.
Tan poufs meld with the tone of the wood panelled walls, and up the visual temperature of the grey lounge layout.
Pops of red enter the predominantly grey room through accent cushions on the sofa. These simple additions could be switched out to suit the season or the occasion.
Natural sunlight rushes in through an entire wall of retractable glass doors.
A modern chaise lounge brings unique style to a second sitting area in the grande open floor plan. Matching grey area rugs have been employed as a zoning technique, making each gathering of furniture into its own island.
Two swivel chairs sit at the opposite side of the modern fireplace . A wet bar and wine storage room span out behind.
A third sitting area unfolds on the opposite side of the double aspect Basaltina fireplace. A huge piece of modern art brings uplifting colour to the neutral decor scheme.
Different lounge furniture and unique coffee tables fashion each lounge layout, giving each area its own identity. Here, a small side table stands out in a pop of gold, as though punctuating the run of sitting areas before a formal dining room unfolds at the back.
A glass sided hallway runs off the living room.
The hallway leads to an impressive master bedroom suite.
Black modern dining chairs give the dining area weight and presence in the large open room.
A modern fruit bowl decorates the dining table with an artistic sculptural presence. A huge piece of typographic art adorns a blank wall between the kitchen and the terrace bar.
A swimming pool cuts along one side of the outdoor living area, which places it right at the foot of the master bedroom’s glass wall.
Pendant lights have been avoided so as not to interfere with the peaceful hillside view. Autumn Sky limestone floors help visually connect the indoor and outdoor living spaces through similar tone.
dot the interior, adding finesse.
A large kitchen with an impressive island is backed by unique open kitchen shelving . A Stellar White stone backsplash complements the flooring, and makes a calming colour unity with the walnut cabinetry.
White stone floods the main countertop and wraps the kitchen island . Miele appliances integrate into a wall of floor to ceiling units.
The outward facing island allows the chef to interact with the room, and makes a breakfast bar for four diners along its outer edge.
Unique bedside table lamps burn in the master suite, adding to the orange accent colour casually at play in the bed throw.
The striking poolside situation adds tremendously to the luxury feel of the bedroom.
A small lounge area sits snug by the bedroom fireplace and TV.
The same type of grey rug as the living room pads the floor of the bedroom, creating smooth cohesion.
The cohesive interior decor seems all the more important from the outdoor living space, where each volume is viewable as one whole.
The next bedroom we visit is a smaller space, though still generously proportioned. Artwork replaces the poolside view here, hung over a slimline console table and tufted pouf.
Another silver grey rug softens the floor.
Clerestory windows bring light into rooms toward the front of the house to maintain privacy.
Black paintwork aptly darkens down the walls of the home theatre.
Wall-to-wall mirrors serve a practical purpose during workouts in the home gym.
The master bedroom suite has twin bathrooms, which are decorated in white Calcutta Bella and black Grigio Carnico stone.
Swathes of shining stone covers walls and custom shower enclosures.
A glamorous freestanding bathtub looks perfect for a luxurious bubbly soak.
An outdoor planter provides green views via the huge shower cubicle. An outdoor screen behind the planter keeps the bathroom private from prying eyes.
City view from the trail off the back yard.
A screen wall backs modern outdoor seating , giving the area a sense of intimacy.
The outdoor entertaining area has a bar, Wolf BBQ, and its own refrigerator.
A prominent house number adds black embellishment to the white modern home exterior.
A wooden front door design adds a touch of natural texture.
Plant beds partially shield the view of the house from the road, and blend the house with the tree abundant hillside.
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
