Some decor objects are so much more than their appearance – the most iconic designs often come with a rich backstory, occupying an important place in the history of modern design. In this post, we have collected 51 decorative objects with such ingrained star-power that serious design aficionados might be able to recognize them from just a single glance. Adding one of these legendary design objects to your interior can create a cultural touchpoint, a tangible way to anchor your decor to the era that inspired it. Many are true investments that will retain their value throughout the lifetime of the piece. Get inspired with the compilation below.
Eames Elephant
Originally created by legendary Charles and Ray Eames in 1945, the first Eames Elephant combined the duo’s love for these gentle giants with the molded plywood fabrication techniques they were pioneering at the time. The original plywood construction proved too expensive and complex to produce – today, this charming elephant is crafted from smoothly formed polypropylene in a range of expressive colors.
Magis Puppy
Eero Aarnio, perhaps best known for his groundbreaking Ball Chair, created the Magis Puppy with a similarly playful composition and perfectly one-of-a-kind silhouette. This multifunctional piece can be used as a small footstool or as a children’s toy, but it most famously graces the pages of design magazines as an iconic decor accent.
POPek The Pooping Balloon Dog
Modern pop artist Jeff Koons made headlines when one of his balloon dog sculptures fetched one of the highest prices for artwork by a living artist in history. Now, smaller versions of this mischievous dog are available for placement in the home without the multi-million dollar price tag. This cheeky design is part of a highly limited series, each one signed and numbered by the artist.
Gufram Cactus
Guido Drocco and Franco Mello created the iconic Cactus in 1972 – a perfect reflection of its adventurous era, viewed through the charismatic lens of pop art. This textural totem stands at nearly 70 inches in height, its proportions lending any room an almost dreamlike atmosphere. This model is called Another Green and serves as an open edition alternative to the highly limited runs that preceded it.
Marching Bear
Bend Goods has developed a beloved reputation for its smart geometric furniture formed from expertly bent wire in brilliant colors. The playful Marching Bear leaves no question as to which design firm is responsible, its wireframe construction an ideal reflection of the furniture style that has propelled this company to fame. Select from four finish options and use to decorate a favorite shelf or table.
Lucie Kaas Kokeshi Dolls
Designed by SKETCH.INC for Lucie Kaas, the Kokeshi doll collection consists of individual wooden figurines inspired by historical figures and pop culture icons. The series pictured here showcases a few selections from the famous artist series. Other series feature legendary musicians, characters from movies, public figures, and more. Each one is made in Denmark and reflects a passion for traditional craft.
Bearbrick Figurine
Bearbricks are a highly collectible toy often sold in a blind box format – but also as oversized larger than life sculptures. Through collaborations with the best-known names in art, fashion, and design, these pieces have developed a devoted following in the streetwear community, propelling the prices of sought-after designs to dizzying heights. Individual pieces are often imported from Japan and are only available on the resale market.
KAWS Figurine
KAWS is the professional name of artist and designer Brian Donnelly, whose previous work as a Disney illustrator helped to inform the distinctive stylization of his wildly popular vinyl figure series. New figures tend to sell out immediately, leaving the casual buyer to seek out quality reproductions or purchase authentic figures on the highly competitive resale market.
Seletti x Diesel Starman Vase
Seletti is an Italian design brand known for its subversive styling and creative collaborations. The versatile Starman vase is a standout selection from their collaboration with Diesel Living – crafted from porcelain, finished in gold, and suitable for use as a vase or placed alone as a decorative accent.
Girard Sun
Alexander Girard designed this decoration in 1966 for the Compound restaurant but also for his own home – a personal piece that the world is now able to enjoy through its continued production by Vitra. This beautiful accent is crafted from luminous brass with a charming happy face.
Rise and Shine Mirror
Since its debut, the Rise & Shine mirror by Hunting & Narud has become a contemporary staple and a favorite for decorators and concept visualizers alike. The materials are kept simple and classic – natural wood, weighty brass, and a minimalistic frameless mirror.
Fornasetti Wall Plate
The illustrious 19th century opera singer Lina Cavalieri has taken an unlikely place in history – as a design icon. Fornasetti’s eponymous founder, Piero Fornasetti, felt captivated by her visage and created a series of variations on her portrait that continued throughout his life and career. These unique variations grace the surface of these elegant porcelain plates that can be hung from the wall or displayed on stand.
Georg Jensen Moneyphant
Perhaps even more charming than the Moneyphant is its background, the design a family affair from start to finish. Jorgen Moller created an elephant bottle opener with his grandchild in 1987, then in 2010 collaborated with his great-grandchild to create the sleek yet charming coin bank you see here. This timeless design is finished in a radiant silver to coordinate well with any interior theme.
Philippe Starck Juicy Salif
Although controversial as a juicer, Juicy Salif is an undeniable icon of modern design. Philippe Starck designed the Juicy Salif in 1990 and it remains a favorite display piece today – sculptural, sleek, and sure to start passionate conversations among the culinary-minded.
La Stanza dello Scirocco Bowl
Milan-based architect Mario Trimarchi created the La Stanza dello Scirocco series for Alessi, each piece presenting an almost ethereal and weightless form as if it could be blown apart in a breeze. In fact, the name for the collection is a nod to places where people can take shelter away from the hot Mediterranean wind.
Kostick Foldable Star
John Kostick transformed his education in physics and mathematics into an enduring icon of modern design with his foldable, collapsible, and geometrically fascinating collection of stars. Introduced in 1965, these stars retain every ounce of their charm as a nostalgic decoration and as an interactive toy for idle moments.
Nagel Candleholder
The history of the Nagel candleholder spans a world war, a minor skiing accent, a chance meeting, and years of waiting. This intriguing piece finally launched in the late 1960s but has remained illusive to the contemporary buyer until relaunched by Danish design company STOFF Copenhagen. Each piece is made from radiant brass, the components stackable and reconfigurable to create endlessly intricate compositions.
Bill Curry Style Oversized Jacks
As a pop art decor stable throughout the 1960s, oversized jacks were produced in a number of vibrant colors and cast metal finishes. The most popular models were attributed to William “Bill” Curry and his company Design Line. These objects are still produced around the world today for use as bookends, tabletop accessories, and more.
Nelson Ceramic Clocks
George Nelson is considered one of the definitive figures in the world of mid-century modern design – not only for his unforgettable furniture, but also for his numerous iconic clock designs. His small ceramic clocks are favored for their versatility and ease of display, easily adding a pop of color to bookshelves and tabletops around the home.
Panthella Lamp
Verner Panton designed a lamp in 1971 that was so far ahead of its time that it would be impossible to economically produce until its mainstream introduction in 2016. Now produced by Louis Poulsen according to Panton’s original drawings, this piece has claimed its rightful place as an instant classic.
Flensted Mobile
The first Flensted mobile was created in 1953, a simple arrangement of storks created to celebrate the christening of Christian and Grethe Flensted’s first daughter. More designs followed and these sleek designer mobiles exploded in popularity. Today, there is a Flensted mobile to suit any space. This model is the Mirage hanging mobile – handmade in Denmark from beech wood, balanced enough to spin gently with just the subtle movements of ambient air circulation.
Toikka Birds
Toikka birds are more than just a beloved ornament. Each is a work of art, handblown from colorful glass at one of Finland’s oldest glass factories. No two birds in a series are exactly alike, each one signed by the artist and shipped with a collector’s tag to confirm authenticity.
Alvar Aalto Glass Vase
Ranking toward the top of the most well-known designer glass objects in the modern world, Finnish architect Alvar Aalto’s 1936 Savoy vase continues to captivate imaginations. This piece continues to be produced in Iittala’s respected glass factories alongside its companion bowls, tall vases, and other complements.
Echasse Vase
Theresa Arn created an instant classic when she introduced the Echasse collection. These mouthblown glass vessels are elevated on slender stilts, lending stability while giving each piece a sense of graceful weightlessness. Empty or filled with fresh picks from the garden, these vessels have so much to offer.
Jonathan Adler Dora Maar Urn
Known for his exciting and abstract ceramic artworks, it seems only fitting that Jonathan Adler choose Picasso’s famous muse for the subject of this stately urn. This statement piece looks fantastic from every angle – ideal for shelf and table placements alike.
Pols Potten Bottles Set
Pols Potten is a thriving design brand whose interior accents and furniture put a fresh and sometimes subversive spin on traditional Dutch design. The Bubbles & Bottles set is one of the most popular, often sold in sets with contrasting colors that find unity through the distinctive silhouette that each piece shares.
Strøm Jug
Inspired by the modernist still life paintings of artist Vilhelm Lundstrøm, designer Nicholai Wiig Hansen created the Strøm Jug with careful attention to its elegant proportions and soft diffused finishes. Each one is hand-sculpted and finished in a silky glaze.
Ettore Sottsass Tahiti Lamp
Architect and designer Ettore Sottsass was a pivotal player in the trajectory of the postmodern movement, especially through his development of the Memphis style through his founding role in the Memphis Group. The distinctive Tahiti Lamp could be considered a pure distillation of the Memphis style and is a must-have for any serious collection.
Ultrafragola Mirror
The bold Ultrafragola Mirror (1970) is another enduring iconic design by Ettore Sottsass – one that has managed to gain popular awareness even outside of design circles as a generation of creatives find self-expression through inventive selfies. Recent widespread coverage has made vintage models difficult to find, but the Sottsass estate still allows for fully authorized productions through select retailers including 1stdibs. These authorized productions ship direct from Milan, Italy.
Kubus Bowl
The delightfully formed Kubus bowl from By Lassen is based on original drawings by the legendary Danish architect Mogens Lassen. Each one is a clever nod to the Bauhaus movement – form following function without sacrificing an ounce of beauty.
Kink Vase
Earnest Studio created the Kink Vase for Muuto in 2018 – an instant hit, and now a beloved part of many collections. This piece features an unglazed exterior to create a soft and diffused visual appearance, the inside tidily glazed.
Lassen Frame Box
With its bold contrasting frame, this storage box looks almost two-dimensional from a distance. This piece was designed by Denmark’s legendary architect Mogens Lassen himself – timeless, functional, and beautiful however you display it.
Station Alarm Clock
Tradition is steeped into every detail of this stylish yet understated alarm clock by the renowned architect Arne Jacobsen. The old-school bell alarm mechanism is as pleasant as the clock’s iconic half-orb shape.
Nelson Sunburst Clock
The dramatic Sunburst clock is among the most recognizable of the many exquisite clocks introduced by George Nelson Associates. This 1949 design is still produced by the Vitra Design Museum today and is available in its iconic multicolor colorway, in a dramatic red, and with a walnut wood finish.
Bullet Planters
Once ubiquitous, the playful yet practical bullet planter design has now resurfaced as a favorite for those who want to accessorize with authentic mid-century flair. Because no designer has ever been credited for this planter format, many companies were able to produce them – vintage options are readily available secondhand. But for a more recent take, the Hip Haven bullet planter provides a clean start in a range of contemporary and retro-inspired colorways.
Vitra Miniatures
Ever wish you could own some of the most iconic chairs in modern design history? Vitra makes it possible with their expertly crafted miniatures collection. These are not just figurines – the detailing is exquisite, the materials top-notch. Now you can enjoy the Barcelona chair at your bedside, the Marshmallow sofa on your library shelf, the Wassily on your desk, and so many more.
Areaware Blockitecture Set
Not just a toy – the Blockitecture series by Areaware has become a cult favorite among design industry professionals. James Paulius created this series for adults and children alike, each piece made from painted pine wood. Select from themes ranging from brutalism to deco, combining and rearranging the pieces as the mood strikes.
Alexander Girard Wooden Dolls
Alexander Girard created his original wood doll collection for his own home in 1953, and now you can see these pieces in the homes of design professionals and afficionados across the world. These wooden dolls are inspired by traditional craft but reimagined with a dramatic pop art flair. Vitra’s fir wood dolls are fully authentic and perfectly collectible.
Cubebot Extra Large
David Weeks designed the Cubebot as a nod to traditional Japanese kumiki puzzles. Cubebot is both a toy and a smart contemporary interior accent – the pieces made from smooth hardwood joined together with elastic bands, allowing for endless pose possibilities. Cubebot can be folded down into a perfect cube for fun puzzle functionality.
Man Ray Chess Set
Surrealist artist Man Ray was primarily known for his innovative use of photography materials to create his distinctive “rayographs”, but he considered himself to be a painter first and foremost. Man Ray designed this beautifully surreal chess set himself, the pieces making frequent cameos in his work. This set is still produced under license by the Man Ray Trust, expertly constructed from solid beech wood.
Rosendahl Monkey
Kay Bojesen’s delightful 1951 wooden monkey is a Danish classic. The articulated limbs allow for easy movement, the hands curved so the figure can hang from everyday objects around the house. Each one is made with a combination of limba wood and teak for unique charisma that will only deepen with age.
Pikkupässi Figurine
Created by designer Kaija Aarikka as a symbol of Finnish perseverance, this charming ram figurine is crafted to last a lifetime. Each one is handmade in Finland by skilled artisans using natural beech and pinewood.
Benjamin Hubert Basket
Excellence in craft can transform even the simplest materials into a stately work of art. This multifunctional basket is made from a single piece of gently curved ash wood veneer, a smooth bentwood handle arching to join each side. Use on the floor to hold magazines, place on a table to hold dried flowers, use on an entryway credenza to capture pocket miscellanea, or simply display as a sculptural statement piece anywhere.
Kin Figures
Lars Beller Fjetland perfectly captured the spirit of Danish craftwork and design with the playful Kin series. This 2018 collection spans multiple sizes so that you can create wonderful little families, communities, or pairings – or you can display them individually. The articulated heads can tilt upward or downward to capture a wider range of emotion. Each piece is made with maple, walnut, and rich mahogany.
Kristian Vedel Birds
Kristian Vedel’s series of wooden birds were a mid-century sensation in Denmark, and they retain much of that popularity and collectability today. Each one is handmade by skilled artisans using natural oak wood and deeply smoked oak wood. The heads float freely within a supportive divot carved into the body – there is one divot on top and one divot on bottom, allowing you to experiment with different body orientations and head positions.
Hans Bølling Duck
Created by Hans Bølling in 1959, the delightful duck and duckling series can be used as individual pieces or grouped as a whimsical family. Each piece is carved from solid teak wood, the head posable for added personality.
Sigurjón Pálsson Shorebird
Sigurjón Pálsson gained inspiration for his shorebird collection by looking at the elegance and charming activity of waders – the tall curlew, the busy redshank, and the playful sandpiper. Each one is lovingly carved from solid oak and perched atop sturdy varnished steel stilts.
Beak Birds
Known primarily for his crucial contributions to Danish lighting design, Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen also created accents with a more down-to-earth touch. The gorgeous Beak Bird collection was actually found in the attic of the designer’s family home and has only recently been made available for the public through production by Warm Nordic. Each piece is shaped from oiled teak.
L’Oiseau Bird
Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec have already landed furniture design and lighting designs in the most prestigious museum collections around the world – yet this simple, charming bird carved from wood still captivates collectors enough to stand out on its own. L’Oiseau continues the theme of Nordic folk art aesthetics for the contemporary home, its minimalistic form carved from solid maple for a lifetime of uncomplicated beauty.
Eames House Bird
The famous House Bird began its rise to fame in a humble way – one of these folk art birds, carved in 1910, was acquired by the legendary Charles and Ray Eames during their travels through the Appalachians. It became a favorite piece of decor in their own living room and slowly began making cameos in their product photoshoots. Vitra eventually decided to make a faithful reproduction by 3D scanning the original, allowing anyone to enjoy one of these mid-century icons in their own home.
Eames House Whale
Charles and Ray Eames were prolific collectors of folk art. A carved wooden whale that measured over two meters in length was another especially quirky item that graced their product photoshoots, an unsigned piece of Coast Salish art. Vitra’s reproduction is a scaled-down version carved from ash wood and lovingly painted to match the original.
Dark blue shades present a fabulously sophisticated accompaniment for a trendy grey colour scheme, be it in the living room, bedroom, or even the kids’ rooms. With that said, these two deep shades together can tip the scale from suave and soothing to oppressively sobering without the right balance to keep the aesthetic in check. The following two chic, modern home interiors, located in Moscow, hit this powerful colour combo just right. One home design instills pauses of playful texture to bring energy to the setting, along with atmospheric lighting schemes. Meanwhile, the other reigns back the blue hue into inky blue-grey elements, within surrounds of light wood tone, classic panel moulded walls and lustrous brass accents.
Visualizer:BODES Studio
The subject of our first interior colour study is a design that employs ribbed geometric panels to cut grey pauses between dark blue strips. The change in texture effectively lightens and energises the shadowy aesthetic. A round rug offsets the sharp geometrics and melds dark blue accents with lighter shades of grey.
Ink blue scatter cushions are an effortless way to break up a grey expanse of sofa. A blue accent chair boldly complements the theme.
At the other side of the sofa, a geometric plant stand ties in with the ribbed panel wall. Simple plain black planter s round out the indoor cactus garden.
A striking blue bookcase makes sleek inspiration for a deeply colour saturated decor scheme such as this. LED strips are installed to lighten the look, whilst decorative items naturally break up the large expanse. A series of walnut cabinet fronts elegantly disrupt the colour continuity and simplify the abundance of eye-catching items.
Backlit display nooks install areas of interest in the TV wall too, where they extrude from sleek walnut wall panelling.
A freeform wall light waves fluidly down one blue feature panel. An ink blue throw casually accents the chaise sofa, whilst a grey throw inverts the accent against the blue lounge chair to create a cosy balance.
Directional spotlights illuminate the large tv wall unit .
Moving into the kitchen diner, ink blue elements are swapped out for moments of teal, in the shape of a small sofa and a painted wall accent.
A linear modern wall sconce highlights the teal and wood slatted wall feature.
The trio of dining pendant lights combine black, white and grey finishes.
A black, white and grey kitchen draws an L-shape around the small dining spot.
Plush grey upholstered dining chairs furnish the other side of the small kitchen table .
The bathroom is a sanctuary away from the strong, evocative colour palette.
Warm beige and cool grey tiles balance each other out in the compact space.
Recessed shelves glow inside the shower wall.
Designer:Bellas Artes
In this 79 square metre apartment, the blue hue is subdued into moody blue-grey elements. White walls, ceilings and white scatter cushions on the small sectional sofa lightly balance the palette. Panel moulding fashions an classically elegant approach.
The slate grey fabric sofa cooly cuts between an ink art poster and a matching blue-grey area rug .
A round coffee table adds a touch of lustrous brass into the mix, which warmly vibes with a wall of oak wood tone behind the couch.
The oak feature wall is used to effectively zone the sitting area within the living room dining room combo , whilst inky blue-grey cabinets serve as a much darker backdrop for the eating spot.
A modern TV stand draws the wood accent to the window wall, where a white marble backdrop builds luxe.
A chic linear suspension light and a stylish table add brass accents to the dining area.
Modern black dining chairs darkly frame the brass ensemble. Deep blue-grey kitchen units are trimmed with light-catching brass cabinet hardware.
A modern fruit bowl keeps the table centrepiece simple.
Mature indoor plants create soft silhouettes and shadows across the formal interior.
The wall of deep blue-grey kitchen units are offset by a run of pale grey base units and oak upper cabinets. Here, white marble panels become an easy-clean backsplash for the hob, prep and sink areas.
The covered balcony is transformed into a compact yet comfortable home office area, with a built-in desk and a tasteful computer chair .
More ink art swirls onto a white hallway wall, which balances out a solid charcoal grey entryway.
Inside the dark themed bedroom , a matching bedroom pendant light and bedside table lamp shine on a deep blue-grey and smoke decor scheme. See more inspiration for bedroom pendant lights .
Heavy curtains subdue natural light from the large window.
A minimalist workspace slots neatly between the window sill and the wardrobes.
Inside the bathroom, dark grey towels accessorise a modern double sink bathroom vanity .
Oak wall panels conceal the toilet cistern. A flush-plate and bidet handset add the brass accent thread.
The dark blue-grey theme makes an effective colour palette inside of a kids’ room too, particularly when teamed with space themed decor. Here, bespoke kids’ beds are illuminated under eclipse wall lamps, and surrounded by valuable storage cabinets.
A space themed rug fills the floor.
Comfy ottomans hang out by the TV.
A custom-made double workspace stands ready for homework. Stylish desk chairs and brass drawer handles create a high-end look.
White marble tiles and brass fixtures lighten the grey shower room.
A small vanity area is illuminated by under-cabinet lighting.
An ink blue pouf accents the grey panel moulded hallway.
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
