Large and spacious bedrooms might be luxurious but small bedrooms can cosily and succinctly provide us with all of the comforts that we need. This huge collection of 51 small bedroom design ideas comes with tips and stylish accessories to help you design yours. We’ll gather exciting inspiration for small sleep spaces from open plan interiors divided by split level floors and graceful portieres. Inventive studio apartment layouts show off some glass wall bedrooms, compact sleeping cubes, and lofted bed solutions. We’ll also discover a plethora of ideas for bespoke bed structures that expertly navigate the confines of space and provide useful storage spaces to boot.
Visualizer:Vlad Mishin
Choose multipurpose bed bases. In small spaces, furniture should ideally work double duty. This bespoke white bed frame includes a staircase that gives rise to a row of wall mounted units. There are also deep drawers inside the base, headboard and footboard to maximise limited storage opportunities.
Designer:Batiik Studio| Via:Dwell
The studio sleep cube. When faced with the zoning challenges that an open concept studio space presents, a custom-built cube provides a cosy and practical solution.
Photographer:Alexander Angelovskiy
Split level floors successfully communicate zoning too. This studio bedroom space is raised onto a luxurious stone slab to establish a clear divide in function from an adjacent lounge area.
Visualizer:敦强 陈
Glass wall bedrooms supply sleep spaces with a comfortingly protective barrier, whilst still benefiting from natural light-share.
Visualizer:Robby Brymer
Glass wall rooms also allow the line of sight to pass through unobstructed, which makes the whole apartment feel larger. A small bedroom chandelier adds a point of interest.
Architect:Mast Studio
Partitions can make or break a small layout. Use partial partition walls to visually mark the change in function without fully cutting off the floor area.
Visualizer:Lê Hoàng Nhật Nam
The Murphy bed. When a small room has to function as several different things, such as a work space or a lounge, a fold-away Murphy bed makes the ultimate space-saving solution.
Visualizer:AX2 Studio
Floating desks and vanities. When floor space is restricted, desks and dressing tables are best raised off the floor to avoid the clutter and tripping hazard of support legs. Better yet, combine both functions into one piece with a long work surface and a wall mirror.
Visualizer:Simple Forms Interiors
Internally situated small bedrooms. This bedroom has no windows or natural light sources of its own and so borrows light from sliding glass doors on each side. Recessed perimeter lights help to brighten the overall look.
Visualizer:Illia Masko &Yelyzaveta Masko
Shared TV viewing. So, you have a small studio apartment but look on the bright side, you only have to buy one TV! Aligning the bed behind the sofa gives both an optimum viewing angle. A simple portiere can be drawn around the bed when it’s time to rest.
Visualizer:Only Studio
A shallow attic space can be turned into a snug bedroom for a book lover with a few custom-cut wall shelves and a simple floor bed.
Designer:JPDA
Pack and stack. Long, narrow homes require creative planning with modules and interlocking blocks. A bedroom nook can be lofted above storage space or even into void headspace above a bathtub or toilet in a neighbouring bathroom.
Source:JJ Locations
This lofted bed hovers above a stylish home workspace. Skylights give the homeowner a view of the stars at night and a bright wakeup call in the morning.
Via:Cup of Jo
Fully utilise all nooks and alcoves. This small nook is just large enough to hold a double bed. However, by raising the bedstead up onto a mid-level platform, there becomes a huge storage space underneath. The elevated floor also facilitates access to a high recess, ideal for clothes storage, which would otherwise have been wasted.
Designer:Michael K Chen Architecture
Now you see it, now you don’t. This TV wall moves on an ingenious track system that slides closed in front of a Murphy bed, allowing the homeowner to enjoy a much larger living room or a divided layout.
Designer:Colorado Building Workshop
Room for a friend. This small space accommodates two sleepers with basic, built-in bed bases and ample storage. A hammock outside makes room for one more!
Designer:INT2 Architecture
Framed to perfection. A frame of book shelves, decorative nooks and a single wardrobe makes an attractive and practical containment unit for this small bedroom.
Visualizer:Eke Interior
Fully-fitted. Sleek lines improve the appearance of a small bedroom. Fully fitted furniture can be fashioned to flow as one sleek piece around the room, like this headboard, bedside unit, window seat and modern desk combo.
Designer:Rue Temple
Build a bed block. Wall-to-wall and fully stocked with storage, this wooden bed block is fully bespoke to the space. During the day, scatter cushions make the large bed into a comfy hangout spot. Two modern wall sconces serve the head of the bed with practical reading light.
Designer:A’Lentil Design
Concealed storage and uplifting colour. Deep drawers serve as a concealed wardrobe in the base of this bespoke bed design. Brightly coloured cushions and throws make the small room appear cheerful and warm in the midst of a grey city panorama.
Designer:WCH Interior
Tear up the rule book. Your home layout can be anything you want it to be. This floor bed butts up against a floor sofa to create a low-level, low-impact arrangement.
Visualizer:吴 振宇
Blend with the backdrop. The bedroom goes almost undetected in this long layout, thanks to a built-in floor bed design that tidily frames the window.
Designer:Yuichi Yoshida & associates
Cubed and concealed. Solid wooden doors can be closed around this sleep cube to fully conceal it from the rest of the studio space during the day or when visitors are expected.
Visualizer:Your Project
With a bedroom cube this pretty, you might not want to tuck it away.
Designer:BrainFactory
Very small bedrooms can sometimes feel dingy and claustrophobic. A light colour scheme of fresh white and pastel accents will go a long way in producing a pleasant airy atmosphere. Linear wall lights cut a simple source of illumination.
Visualizer:Multiarchi
Play with spatial perception. Geometric paint effects mislead the eye to produce space bending results.
Designer:Cartelle Design
Two-tone wall treatments produce successful space altering outcomes too.
Visualizer:Feras Baghdadi
Light permeable room dividers. Open wooden slats allow light to be shared through this thin room divider, both from the window and from a chic circular bedroom chandelier .
Visualizer:Khushbu Lodha
Looking for wall decor inspiration? You’ll never find yourself running late when getting dressed in the mornings with a large wall clock like this elegant modern piece.
Visualizer:Koj Design
In contradiction to small bedroom constraints, oversized headboard panelling can actually increase the sense of space.
Visualizer:Kaschuk Kostya
In small bedrooms, wall art with big subjects can open the mind.
Visualizer:Vlad Crest
Another art idea that instils a sense of “space”.
Visualizer:Casa Della
Small bedrooms that are situated under the eaves may leave some people feeling a little closed in. Combat the effects of a low roofline with a sloping skylight.
Designer:MRDK
Create contrast with opposing wall colours. The contradiction will build added dimension.
Visualizer:ET OO
decor makes small spaces into cosy, colourful, and creative dens.
Designer:Dekleva Gregoric Architects
Embrace oddly shaped interiors with custom-fit closets.
Visualizer:Plasterlina
This black bedroom niche makes angles all of its own.
Source:Peerspace
Camping at home. This twin bedroom niche has a fun tent-like appearance, which ties in beautifully with its woodland view.
Source:Hunting For George
Communicate dual purpose with contrasting wall textures, no matter how small. The reading nook in this clean white bedroom is defined with a narrow frame of exposed brickwork, which completely transforms the aesthetic.
Visualizer:leqb
Make a mini rustic bedroom with rich wood tone panels and raw concrete wall render. Add matt black swing arm wall lamps to bridge the rustic-industrial vibe.
Visualizer:Int2 Architecture
Another industrial inspired mini makeover, this time with a half-height room divider to achieve subtle separation from a lounge area.
Designer:JD Architects
Disrupt small spaces with a slice of unexpected colour.
Designer:Int2 Architecture
Rise to the occasion. This bed base is designed with a rise on one side to encase a radiator and to create an inviting window seat.
Designer:MDDM Studio
Step inside. A solid wood chamber fashions a room within a room.
Source:Lundin
Cool greys and layered textiles fashion a welcoming small Scandinavian bedroom .
Architect:IR arquitectura
Double-sided dividers. This small interior is sliced by a double-sided bookcase design that forms the wall of a narrow bedroom. Behind the partition, a split level floor forms seating for a home workspace and an elevated bed base. More images here .
Designer:Fateeva Design
This 18 square meter living space features an L-shaped kitchen and desk combo to make a single fluid line around the perimeter. The white and black-framed bed design cohesively coordinates with wall cubbies that store the kitchen and office supplies.
Visualizer:Kseniia Tkachenko
Even though this headboard is inches from the sofa, the bedroom feels entirely separate thanks to a slatted screen and a raised floor. Window shutters smartly mirror the lightweight partition.
Designer:Nataliia Dmytrievna
Is it a headboard or a dining bar? It’s both, and it provides great views of the TV. The color of the tufted bed matches the curtains to keep everything in sync.
Visualizer:IvE-interior
Room width may be tight, but elegant bedroom pendant lights and eye-catching wall art provide a wealth of style.
Visualizer:Zrobym
Make slimline statements. A basic black electrical wire draws interest up and over this headboard area without eating up any precious space.
Punchy, colourful accents send a current of youthful fun throughout this modern home interior. Visualised by One More Buro , this 186 square metre private apartment was designed for a young couple and their pet cat. The spacious home features four large panoramic windows that flood the open living space with light. A bright orange home office area forms a prominent feature within the living space, which allows the homeowners to spend time together even when involved in different tasks. A second, private home office space is combined with the guest bedroom for times of deeper concentration, and a home gym offers the owners a space in which to stretch their muscles and decompress.
The client’s principal requirement was that a workspace be included within the open plan living space, so that he wouldn’t be cut off from his home life. The workspace had to be a bespoke unit that could accommodate all of the equipment needed. In answer, the home office area became an entire wall of cabinets with a prominent orange finish. This colourful piece sets the tone for the rest of the youthful interior.
With punchy accent pieces dominating the decor scheme, areas of peaceful white breathing space take on added importance. A creamy white upholstered sofa is framed by matching drapes and fresh white walls. A black tripod floor lamp adds a moment of dark difference.
A white living room rug lays a light island upon the wooden floor treatment.
drop pure white and bold green silhouettes into the centre of the lounge space.
The orange home office cabinets inspire an orange frame around the TV wall and an adjoining bookcase. Two white lounge chairs pull up alongside in clear contrast.
A glass block wall shares light from the lounge with the next room.
The generous desk area accommodates two PC screens with room to spare. An ergonomic swivel desk chair moves easily between the screens and the storage units on each side.
A floating shelf is fitted with an LED strip light, which shines brightly along the length of the desktop and keyboard .
The lounge flows straight into a wide kitchen diner, where a unique, rectangle dining table stands on a solid green base.
Modern dining room pendant lights drop monochrome, abstract forms over the tiled tabletop. Bright red upholstered dining chairs playfully contradict the table colourway, whilst complementing its curved element.
A unique modern fruit bowl forms a functional table centrepiece.
The dining table is integrated into the kitchen island , where it transforms into a breakfast bar along the outer edge.
Flat-fronted, handle-free white kitchen units blend with white painted walls.
A matt white kitchen tap melds with the matching countertop.
The hallway is a nodal point that branches into all zones of the home. There is even a special second-level route for the cat here, which skims the tops of the door frames.
Orange framework calls attention to a row of built-in coat closets. Mirrored doors visually widen and brighten the windowless space.
A unique entryway bench and a colourful painting make an artistic vignette by the front door.
In the private home office, a multitude of indoor plants complement the green decor scheme. A wooden coffee table adds warm natural tone.
A sofa bed and a black accent chair make up a small lounge in the home office, which doubles as a guest room.
balance out the black accent chair on the opposite side of the home office. Mint green cabinetry builds the desk area and office storage.
A stylish white desk chair is teamed with the mint desk. A complementary white area rug defines the lounge.
Since one of the homeowners spends most of his day at his computer, including for relaxation, it was important to provide optional settings for screen time.
The home gym stands open to the hallway to aid airflow.
With no windows present, glass blocks and perimeter LEDs were installed to remedy the lack of natural light in the gym.
Indoor plants in the home office form green silhouettes behind the glass blocks in the gym.
The master bedroom is a serene space with a modern 4 poster bed.
The 4 poster bed is loosely draped in sheer fabric to create a romantic effect. A ribbon of LED light cuts along the top of the headboard wall to add definition.
Modern wall sconces provide focussed reading light over the pillows. A soft grey bed set is matched by plush dove grey curtains.
A Moustache Bold vanity chair pulls up at a makeup table that is tucked just inside of a walk-in wardrobe. Bright orange paintwork echoes the colourway of the home office units in the living room and the closets in the hallway.
At the foot of the 4 poster bed, a simple white TV stand cuts crisply across a smooth grey focal wall. A beautiful arched feature bows over the bedroom doorway toward the ensuite bathroom.
Inside the walk-in wardrobe, an open system of shelving keeps garments tidily arranged.
A large round mirror is on hand for checking out today’s outfit.
In the ensuite master bathroom, the colour palette switches from zesty orange to olive green. Textured green tiles form a 3D statement wall behind the bathtub .
Two bathroom mirrors make elegant arches above a double sink bathroom vanity .
A wall-hung toilet tucks away into an alcove by the shower enclosure. More 3D tiles clad the shower interior.
The guest bathroom decor scheme reverts to the prominent orange colourway, with an orange vanity unit, upper storage cabinet, and orange tile grout.
Even the shower doors and towel heater receive an orange tint.
The vanity unit is accented with a single sheet of orange tinted glass, which washes colour onto the white tiles behind it.
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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
