Transform that bare surface into a canvas for personal expression with a beautiful centerpiece that reflects your own unique aesthetic. Whether you’re decorating a dining table, a coffee table, a kitchen island, or another supplementary surface within the home, the right centerpiece can help to center the eye and can beautifully underscore the beautiful decor theme you’ve put together. In this post, we’ve collected our favorite centerpiece ideas and objects from around the web. Find the perfect pieces to flatter your decor theme with the compilation below.
Orange Acrylic Table Centerpiece Sculpture
Abstract decorative objects make fantastic table centerpieces – they can be used throughout the year, not tied to any specific season, easily adaptable to suit a wide variety of decor themes. This oversized cast acrylic sculpture is gorgeous in any setting, its translucent body alight with a dynamic amber orange tint.
Adler Acrylic Orb Table Centerpiece Set
Jonathan Adler’s playful acrylic orb decorations offer a whimsical way to bring vivacious color to any tablescape. Each acrylic orb is perched on a brass ring for a touch of glamour and shine. Each set includes five decorative balls that can be displayed as individual table centerpieces or grouped together in a dramatic arrangement.
Raawii Strøm Bowl Table Centerpiece
The beautiful Strøm series by Nicholai Wiig-Hansen draws inspiration from the modernist paintings of Vilhelm Lundstrøm, each silhouette minimal yet immediately recognizable. The footed bowl is an especially versatile candidate for use as a table centerpiece – beautiful enough to display alone, and functional enough to hold decorative arrangements like fruits or small objects.
Kaleido Dining Table Centerpiece Trays
Kaleido is a functional tray series by Clara von Zweigbergk, each piece expertly crafted for display in nested or stacked configurations. Invest in a singular tray to serve as a platform for small decorative objects or mix and match from among five sizes and dozens of colors to create an attractive geometric centerpiece.
I-Scream Table Centerpiece Vase
I-Scream is a playful vase design by Jonathan Adler, its detailed form shaped like a ruffle-sleeved hand holding a classic waffle cone. Use to hold fresh flower cuttings, dried foliage, or get creative to really make this centerpiece idea your own. Each vase measures at 7 inches in height, great for casual placement atop a dining table or on a small side table anywhere in the home.
Clear Glass Bud Vase Centerpiece Set
Create your own customized table centerpiece arrangement by mixing and matching lightly coordinated elements like these playful bud vases. Each set includes 10 bud vases of varying patterns, sizes, and heights. Pair with fresh cuttings to flatter your table setting or surrounding decor. Because they are so economical, these small bud vases would make fantastic wedding centerpieces as well.
Closed Garden Table Centerpiece
The gorgeous Canopy Closed Garden is a terrarium perfectly suited for use as a table centerpiece. This piece measures at 12 inches in diameter and measures at just under 9 inches in height – sure to capture attention without taking up too much space. Fill this terrarium with your favorite dried floral elements for low-maintenance beauty or put your green thumb to work by using as an authentic terrarium.
Large Succulent Table Centerpiece Planter
If a vase is the quintessential table centerpiece, then a planter offers a luxe upgrade. This beautiful planter set is elevated (literally and aesthetically) by the addition of handsome wooden bases, lending a subtle mid-century look that feels fresher than ever. Use with your favorite succulents live or artificial. Or, you could go in a completely different direction and use this attractive vessels for other decorative objects.
Footed Ceramic Table Centerpiece
Footed bowls offer strong decorative oomph for any tablescape, simple enough to work as part of a larger arrangement while remaining bold enough to highlight the decorative objects you place within. This piece is crafted from smooth off-white ceramic for easy coordination with the items you place within.
Mirrored White Table Centerpiece Tray
Decorative trays can be used to organize everyday objects, to wrangle tabletop clutter, and can serve as an attractive platform for your favorite decorative centerpiece arrangements. This hexagonal tray is finished in bright and refreshing white, the bottom finished with a reflective mirror and the handles finished in radiant gold. This tray is available in several other color combinations as well.
Ruffled White Dining Table Centerpiece
Flora is a whimsical Arteriors centerpiece crafted from luminous white ricestone delicately carved to create an undulating form reminiscent of a shell or a natural coral formation. The raised edges stand as a mix between a bowl and a platter, making it a satisfying stage on which to display decorative orbs or fresh fruit.
Alza Carved Marble Table Centerpiece
Carved from solid marble, each Alza bowl is a work of art that will differ slightly from piece to piece. This oblong vessel stands on two pedestal feet to make a bold impression on any tabletop. This piece would look especially flattering on an oval dining table.
Clyde Modern Footed Centerpiece Bowls
Clyde is a sculptural terracotta bowl finished in textured grey, the surface adorned with many rope-wrapped handles for a pop of natural appeal. This substantial piece measures at 14 inches in diameter total and stands at just over 9 inches in height. Use to complement decor themes like industrial, farmhouse, global, and more.
Sculptural Black Table Centerpiece Vase
Beautiful as a standalone sculpture or an artistic vase, this gorgeous accent is sure to make an eye-catching impression as a centerpiece for any modern table theme. This vessel is sculpted from textural terracotta with a deep charcoal finish, measuring at 12 inches in height to scale well with small and large dining tables alike.
Zaha Hadid Niche Dining Table Centerpiece
Designed by legendary modern architect Zaha Hadid, the Niche table set serves as a beautiful reflection of the breathtaking geometries and the fluid shapes that made her work so instantly recognizable. This set of melamine vessels can be arranged and combined in an innumerable variety of compositions – it’s an adaptable set ready to meet the needs of an ever-changing tablescape.
Modern Candlestick Centerpiece Set
These beautiful modern candleholders are crafted from silky black steel supported by stacked disks of smooth porcelain, the bases finished in a crackled cream glaze for a warm vintage look. Each set includes three candleholders that can be displayed together as a satisfying centerpiece arrangement.
Matte White Terracotta Centerpiece Vases
Build your own stately centerpiece composition with this gorgeous terracotta vase collection from Terrain. Each vase is finished in silky white paint, the slight inconsistencies lending a warm farmhouse-like vibe. Choose from three sizes that can be mixed and matched to suit your specific tablescape.
Dual Centerpiece Vases
Crafted from handblown glass and painted with a soft matte finish, the Dual Vase offers clever surprises in every detail. Display the deep vessel facing upward to use as a traditional vase or display the shallow dish facing upward to use as a footed bowl. Choose from three sizes – mix and match for instant coordination.
Marble Sculpture Centerpieces
Omaggio a Morandi is a collection of small marble sculptures designed by Elisa Ossino. The forms are inspired by the still life paintings of Italian artist Giorgio Morandi. Mimicking the silhouettes of bottles and jugs, these pieces are thematically on-point for use within a dining table centerpiece arrangement.
Table Centerpiece Vase Set
This vase set features three geometric silhouettes and three distinct colors that pair beautifully together. When grouped as a centerpiece arrangement, a set like this provides an effortlessly sophisticated look. Display empty or use with stylish dried cuttings. The tallest vase measures at just over 10 inches in height and the smallest measures at just over 7 inches in height.
L’Oiseau Bird Sculpture Centerpiece
L’Oiseau is an iconic interior accent by powerhouse modern design duo Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec. These lovely sculptures, inspired by Nordic folk art, offer instant personality for any surface in the home. While these charming designs are often tucked away for display on a shelf, they’re the perfect size for placement as a dining table centerpiece.
Eames House Whale Table Centerpiece
The whimsical Eames House Whale is a sophisticated and scaled-down homage to a true original – a massive wooden sculpture measuring over 7 feet in length that Charles and Ray Eames included as a decorative element in the background of photoshoots for some of their most iconic furniture designs. This miniature measures at a substantial 27 inches in length, sure to serve as an unforgettable centerpiece for larger dining tables.
Large Guzzini Eco-Friendly Centerpiece
Guzzini’s oversized centerpiece bowl is an eco-conscious selection crafted from 100% post-consumer water bottles, giving single-use plastics a brand new shot at life as a beautiful decorative object you can enjoy day after day. This centerpiece can be used to hold fruit, bread, or can be filled with small decorative objects.
Malibu Wooden Balls Table Centerpiece
This playful decorative ball set by Jamie Young makes a flattering complement for decorative vessels that you already own. Each one is crafted from unfinished paulownia for rich natural texture and beauty. Each set includes three balls – place in your favorite decorative bowl, in a large shallow dish, or on a centerpiece tray.
Farmhouse Dining Table Centerpiece Tray
Perfect for rustic, farmhouse, and cottage chic interior themes, this beautiful round decorative tray provides endless decorative and functional opportunities throughout the home. The surface is lipped to contain small objects and the handles on the edges make it easy to whisk away the tray to make more space on your table as needed.
Rustic Pedestal Tray Centerpiece Set
Playful beaded details give these pedestal trays a whimsical bohemian look while distressed white paint lends strong rustic appeal. These mango wood pedestals can be used to display decorative objects as part of a table centerpiece – use nested together, use individually, or use in a fun stacked configuration.
Whitewashed Farmhouse Lantern Centerpieces
Use this whitewashed lantern set to add whimsical ambiance to any farmhouse-inspired dining table composition. Equip with your favorite pillar candles to add mood lighting or use the included glass cylinders to hold dried flower cuttings for a creative cottage touch. Each set includes two lanterns that can also be purchased individually if desired.
Rustic Farmhouse Bud Vase Centerpiece
This elegant bud vase and wooden stand kit is a wonderful piece to center a dining table arrangement. Use with fresh or dried cuttings to suit any season, holiday, or decor theme.
Pineapple Dining Table Centerpiece Bowls
Carved from natural teak wood, these playful decorative bowls will only grow more beautiful with age. These pieces are perfect for use as centerpieces – each set includes three bowls so that you can decorate multiple tables throughout your home, or so that you could simply have a selection of three sizes for any decorative situation.
15-Inch Wood Table Centerpiece Tray
Beautifully crafted from natural acacia wood in a rich medium finish, this decorative tray is sure to impress. Use to wrangle clutter from the tabletop or use as a stage to display your favorite decorative items. It could even work as a serving tray when you don’t need it for decorative purposes.
Wooden Table Centerpiece Tray
Complete your tablescape with a beautiful decorative wooden tray that perfectly suits your dining table size. This handcrafted accent is available in a wide variety of sizes from a conservative 24 inches in length to a bold 60 inches in length. Each one is crafted from oak in a variety of finishes to help tie together your decor theme.
Wooden Table Centerpiece With Votives
Are you looking for a pre-configured centerpiece design that looks like a clever, well-planned DIY arrangement? This timesaving accent features a long wooden tray and includes a variety of glass votive candleholders in tasteful beiges, perfect for rustic and bohemian decor themes. This set is also available in blue and green.
Wooden Chain Large Table Centerpiece
While this wooden sculpture would look great on any surface, its flexibility makes it especially well-suited for use as a table centerpiece. Place this wooden chain in a small pile to center a smaller surface or stretch the links out to adorn a long rectangular dining table. This piece is made from durable acacia wood that will age gracefully over years of display.
Rattan Dining Table Basket Centerpiece
This whimsical gardening basket is woven from thick rattan for a wonderfully rustic look. This distinctive piece is perfect for use as a cottage-inspired centerpiece, able to be filled with fresh-baked bread or beautiful dried flower cuttings. Get creative with all the unique ways to use a thematic piece like this one.
Antique Round Dining Table Centerpiece Tray
This large round tray can be used for serving, for organization, or as a foundation for your next amazing centerpiece arrangement. At 21 inches across, this tray is especially substantial and ideal for larger dining tables and coffee tables.
White and Gold Decorative Centerpiece Bowl
Texture sets these decorative centerpiece bowls apart. These beautiful ceramic wares feature a white fluted bowl perched atop a gleaming metallic gold base, available in two sizes that can be displayed alone or together.
Narrow Gold Centerpiece Tray
Measuring at 26 inches in length, this attractive centerpiece tray is ideal for longer dining table arrangements and long rectangular coffee tables. Use this piece to bring a cool geometric element to your decor – the gold and mirrored surfaces lending just the perfect touch of luxury. This piece would make a beautiful stage for candles, bud vases, and more.
Seletti Birdcage Table Centerpiece
This creative table centerpiece by Alessandro Dubini can transform even the most unremarkable objects into a composition worth displaying. This piece features a lipped porcelain tray that serves as the base, the cage crafted from smooth metal in a radiant gold finish. Use to hold fruit, candles, flower vases, or anything else your imagination can conceive.
Regina Andrew Gold Centerpiece Bowl
Bedouin is a striking decorative bowl series from Regina Andrew that highlights the beauty of industrial manufacturing techniques, the soldered edges prominently displayed. This piece is crafted from brass with a natural patina that will only deepen over years of display.
Textured Daria Table Centerpiece Bowl
A striking studded texture gives this decorative bowl a strong punk rock aesthetic with a side of modern glamour. This piece is sculpted from strong ceramic, available in a matte black or a radiant gold glaze. Choose your favorite or pair both together.
Golden Antler Farmhouse Table Centerpieces
Rustic meets glam with the gorgeous Huntsman antler set. Each antler is cast from resin with exceptionally realistic detailing, finished with hand-applied gold leaf for an irresistible gleam. These antlers can be used as part of a sophisticated lodge theme or can be integrated as part of a creative Christmas centerpiece arrangement.
Large Golden Horn Table Centerpiece
Measuring at an impressive 32 inches in length, this spiral horn sculptural would make an incredibly bold centerpiece for even the largest formal dining table arrangement. This piece is crafted from solid brass, hand-polished to a luxurious shine. This piece will develop a natural patina over time or can be polished to maintain its gleam.
Modern Golden Centerpiece Candle Holders
This beautiful candlestick set includes six pieces with different sizes and slightly varied silhouettes, beautiful for display together or apart. Use this collection to create a whimsical centerpiece arrangement on any dining table or side table – the set can even be split to adorn a pair of side tables anywhere in the home. This set is also available in black.
Jonathan Adler Giant Brass Table Centerpiece
Weighing at an impressive 54 pounds, this substantial brass sculpture is not a casual centerpiece – it’s a true sculpture intended for the most dramatic placements. This piece would be perfect for a low cocktail table or placed at the center of a large banquet table. Enjoy a different look depending on the display orientation.
Silver Leaf-Shaped Dining Table Centerpiece Set
These long decorative trays feature a fern-like aesthetic, crafted from durable metal with a radiant silver finish. Each set includes two trays of different sizes – use together or part. Use to display fruit, trinkets, decorative orbs, sprays of dried flowers, and more.
Georg Jensen Fruit Bowl Centerpiece
Georg Jensen tableware is truly timeless. This beautiful fruit bowl features undulating edges that warp and bend any reflections captured by its mirror-polished stainless steel finish. Fill with fruits, decorations, or use as a serving bowl for iced oysters or other appetizers.
Georg Jensen Silver Dining Table Centerpiece
The gorgeous Tunes Centerpiece from Georg Jensen combines illumination and display. This sculptural design includes four holders for taper candles, connected by three lightly lipped decorative trays that can be used to display objects of your choice. This piece is made from stainless steel polished to a mirror finish.
Kaleidos Polished Silver Table Centerpiece
Milan-based designer Naoko Shintani created the Kaleidos series based on the crisp and intentional folds of Japanese origami, in this case translated into mirror-polished stainless steel. The form is at once open and enclosed – perfectly sculptural from every angle. Use as a standalone decorative element or fill with beautiful objects.
Concrete Patio Table Centerpiece Firepit
Outdoor gatherings deserve beautiful table centerpieces as well. This tabletop fire bowl can add tremendous ambiance to twilight dinners, casting clean smoke-free illumination and warmth across the table setting. Choose from five different colorways. Between uses, the sculptural bowl shape provides artistic appeal on its own.
Outdoor Table Centerpiece Lantern
Beautiful whether unlit or illuminated, this striking geometric lamp would make a lovely centerpiece for a casual outdoor dining arrangement – or invest in multiples to line the center of a larger banquet style table. This piece is fully solar-powered and can provide eight full hours of illumination to brighten your gatherings that go late into the night.
Outdoor Dining Table Centerpiece Planter
Measuring at 24 inches in length, this substantial rectangular planter is a fantastic size to use as an outdoor dining table centerpiece. This piece is crafted from acacia wood for excellent weather resistance and longevity.
The inextricable tea drinking culture of East Asia is well known, where tea is far more than just a pleasant beverage. Not only is tea enjoyed personally and at social events, in small tea parties and public tea houses, but many cultures have created intricate formal ceremonies around the act of tea preparation and serving. Whilst East Asian tea ceremonies differ between countries, the ritualistic nature of the drink is agreed upon. This enjoyable daily observance has inspired the inclusion of personal tea rooms inside of modern homes, which are what we are exploring here today. From traditional Asian tea tables and tatami mats to contemporary interpretations of the theme, we’ll discover how to elevate tea at home.
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Colour a space that’s steeped with tradition. Deep red, natural wood, and black accents will bring a sense of the past even to modern interiors that deliver a contemporary twist on the tea room aesthetic. Add elegant indoor plants and small trees to invigorate the rich backdrop.
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Light up tea parties with an LED powered lighting scheme that instils a sense of warm modernity. This tea room benefits from a view of the projector screen that’s mounted in an attached open plan living room too.
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A low Chabudai table and Zabuton floor cushions allow large windows to be enjoyed to their fullest. Consider developing a zen garden, a lily pond, or a vertical garden to really capitalise on the window framed scene.
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To honour the Japanese tradition, Zabuton floor cushions and floor poufs are key. Team with Shōji doors or screens and framed Shūji calligraphy to complete the look.
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Chinese tea drinking is done at a raised table. It’s considered inappropriate to be seated directly opposite the tea server, but in a house of only two people, you could let that one slide.
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Botanical wall art creates a peaceful visual that’s conducive to the relaxed atmosphere of a tea drinking session. This beautiful Shōji lined space also features a round picture window to frame nature’s real beauty.
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A tag on tea room. It’s totally okay nowadays to tag a tea room onto an open plan living space. You can achieve a sense of special ceremony with a larger sized tea server’s chair and smaller counterparts on the other side. Flank with symmetrical cabinets and finish with a focal point of serene wall art.
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A linear suspension light effectively anchors a modern dining spot, so why not a modern tea room too?
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Put on a show. A collection of cast-iron Tetsubin teapots are proudly displayed on illuminated shelves here, combining traditional and contemporary approaches. A focal wall of wooden lattice panels hint at traditional Shōji screens without committing fully to the endeavour.
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Swept away. A sweeping spiral staircase design and mesmerising nature views amuse the mind and soul whilst tea quenches the body.
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Install built-in shelving units to lovingly display a selection of teas, alongside antiques, art, and a selection of treasured tomes.
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Group pendant lights along the length of a substantial tea table to accentuate its size and linearity.
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Emulate a Japanese tea room and instil a sense of zen by placing a Buddha statue in a prominent position.
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As tradition has it, a cast-iron Tetsubin teapot should be heated whilst suspended over an irori hearth.
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Enjoy an explosion of flame red foliage with the introduction of an indoor Japanese Maple tree.
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Zaisu floor chairs make a step further toward comfort from the simple Zabuton cushion alone, and a Kyousoku armrest offers more support still.
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A marble fireplace takes this tea room all the way upmarket, along with a designer linear pendant light and a custom-made bookcase wall.
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If you can’t decide between floor cushions or chairs, then you can always straddle the two aesthetics with an eclectic collection of seating that will please everyone.
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The Bonsai tree has long been a symbol of balance, patience, harmony, and luck in Asian culture, with Zen Buddhists believing the Bonsai to be an object of meditation and contemplation. Who wouldn’t want to bring these wonderful qualities to their tea table?
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Display a collection of white teapots against a deeply colourful background to create striking contrast. Moody backlighting exaggerates the bold effect.
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A nature-inspired modern chandelier will complement beautiful indoor plants, peaceful garden views, and serene landscape art.
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The seating etiquette in a traditional Chinese teahouse conventionally calls for the first guest of honour to be situated at the host’s left hand side. The remaining seats are allocated in descending order toward the right. Therefore, a shared bench is most likely to come after single seats if the length of the table allows.
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Mountain motifs are popular in tea room interior design. Their undulating outline provides an expansive panorama that visually opens up the space.
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decor is prevalent in modern interiors, and tea rooms are no exception. Use this curvaceous device to softly frame a decorative item that sets the scene for ceremony, and utilise a ribbon of LEDs to draw due focus.
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Another stunning Japanese Maple takes the stage in a mini zen garden.
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Of course, a comfortable tea room is also a great place to settle down for a game of checkers. Don’t forget to allocate surrounding storage with game time in mind.
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Shape a new tradition. This traditional tea room setup is updated with a prominent shape theme of circles and bold lines.
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The same linear pendant lights and backdrop of illuminated round art is repeated here behind a much smaller tea table set.
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Update a simple wooden Chabudai table with a contemporary concrete top. These cleverly deceiving floor chairs give the look of simple cushions whilst providing much more support and height.
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Surround the art of tea making with an art-filled room.
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Japanese ginger jars were originally containers for salt, oil, and spices like ginger, which is of course where they got their name upon entering the Western world. Their decorative nature is now enjoyed on shelves and mantels, and makes an ideal accompaniment for a tea room.
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A skylight forms a stunning natural spotlight over a tea table.
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An elevated floor helps to zone a ceremonial tea area from the rest of the floor plan.
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Align a floor level dining set with an independent tea area to double their impact. Use authentic tatami mats to define the separation of zones.
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Often, in modern interiors, a cast-iron Tetsubin teapot is not suspended over an irori hearth but directly over the table.
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A suspended Tetsubin teapot provides an impressive visual that sets an immediate sense of ceremony.
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Decorative screens provide an effective, atmospheric visual anchor for an open plan tea area.
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This bespoke tea table appears to pass straight through the window, where it joins with a sun-drenched courtyard.
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Sculptural clouds pass in front of an artistic mountain range in this unique and dreamy tea room decor scheme.
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A large example of calligraphy adorns and zones this open plan tea room from the rest of the airy living space. Tall shelving units are accessorised very simply so as not to compromise the tranquillity of the setting.
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No space for a dedicated tea room? No problem. Even a wood-clad window seat can make an elegant setting for ceremonial tea serving.
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A live edge table lends itself wonderfully to the tradition steeped practice of tea brewing, serving and enjoyment.
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An arched window at the end of a long tea table creates a magical vista.
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Paperless shoji screens keep this tea room connected with the neighbouring living space, and allow the fabulous view to be shared throughout.
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This beautiful balcony in Rurikō-in temple makes a meditative tea room.
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Muxarabi screens amuse the eye with uniform pattern.
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Chunkily woven floor cushions add a contemporary trend into the mix.
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A portal cutout window offers a sneaky peek into the impressively varied contents of a large tea pantry behind this tea table set. A large Bonsai tree stands majestically in the window.
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Display Chinese architectural models to celebrate the origin of tea. A glass brick wall echoes the lattice aesthetic of a Shoji door, whilst letting through a more intense level of light.
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Floor-level perimeter lighting will style the space as special yet modest.
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In another nod to Chinese architecture, this Chinese tea room features a circular vignette of an architectural drawing as the focal point of the room. At either side of the specially commissioned piece, built-in illuminated shelving units showcase a selection of special teas and tea brewing vessels.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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18. Create a Modern Dark Kitchen with Gradients
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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
