Because of their height, bar stools tend to serve as a prominent design element – it’s important to choose a design that you love, that feels comfortable but also flatters the room that surrounds. Wooden stools are a versatile option, a warm and inviting selection likely to age gracefully even as decor trends shift over time. In this post, we’ve collected our favorites from across the web. This compilation spans from mid-century icons to high-end selections from today’s most prolific designers, along with smart budget-friendly wooden stools for every style. Complete your dine-in kitchen or home cocktail lounge with any of the stunning selections below.

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Wooden Bar Stools with White Seat

Backless stools stow away easily beneath the lip of a counter or table, a fantastic way to conserve floor space in a smaller kitchen or dining room. This pair features a simple silhouette, the saddle seat upholstered in simple off-white fabric for a bright and modern look.

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Cream and Wood Bar-Height Stool

Do you plan to use your dining stools while enjoying full meals or while socializing with guests? Consider placing a special emphasis on comfort. This piece includes an upholstered backrest and a gently curved seat for excellent support. This stool is available in bar height and counter height.

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White Upholstered Wooden Bar Stool

The gorgeous Contour Stool by Hallgeir Homstvedt and Jonah Takagi is carefully sculpted to ensure a beautiful visual impression from every angle. The low backrest provides support while maintaining a streamlined silhouette – the upholstery is available in a range of woven and leather options.

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Mid-Century Wooden Bar Stools

Inspired by mid-century silhouettes, this handsome bar stool set features a high winged backrest to provide supportive comfort while dining at your breakfast nook or enjoying cocktails in the lounge. The framing is made from solid rubberwood for lasting longevity.

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Dark Blue Wooden Bar Stools

Dark blue upholstery adds a pop of sophisticated color to this wooden bar stool set, the seating lightly padded for enduring comfort. The frame is durably braced, with the front bars positioned to double as footrests. Because these stools do not have armrests, they can slide easily beneath the counter or bar edge.

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Swivel functionality is a convenient option for some dining situations – you can swing around to talk with different guests or swivel the seat to get up from your chair without moving it. This bentwood stool design features a padded swivel top with a supportive barrel backrest, a metal footrest bracing the legs below.

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Modern Wooden Swivel Bar Stool with Back

With a seat height that measures 26 inches, this upholstered bar stool is sized for standard counters and low bars. The formed backrest provides smooth support while the padded swivel seat provides stylish comfort. Metal legs lend a clean modern look ideal for contemporary and industrial kitchen themes alike.

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Grey Upholstered Swivel Wood Bar Stools

Fully padded backrests, armrests, and seats make these bar stools perfect for those who demand comfort. Choose from five upholstery color options to coordinate with your kitchen or dining theme. Each set includes two matching stools.

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White Upholstered Wood Barstool

The distinctive double-x shaped backrest of this dining stool is sure to capture attention from every angle. The seat and backrest are upholstered in smooth padded fabric, available in three neutral upholstery options to suit the most common kitchen themes. This stool is also available with a counter height option.

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Caymus Backless Wooden Bar Stools

A retro silhouette meets rustic detailing with this attractive bar stool design by Arteriors. The wooden seat is expertly smoothed and shaped, then finished with a natural wax treatment for rich color and dimension to last. The strong iron base ensures longevity even in higher traffic spaces.

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25 Inch Swivel Wooden Bar Stool

Simple, charming, and perfectly timeless – this stool maintains a traditional silhouette with the advantage of a round swivel top. This piece measures at 25 inches in height for use with counter-height tables.

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Authentic Cherner Wooden Bar Stool

Designed in 1958, the Cherner Stool remains just as fresh and relevant today – this piece shares the same famous silhouette as its iconic chair counterpart, a favorite for serious mid-century furniture enthusiasts. This is a fully licensed production by the Cherner Chair Company.

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Gubi Wooden Low Back Bar Stools

The gorgeous Gubi 3D Stool features rounded edges for a soft and welcoming aesthetic sure to make your kitchen feel more inviting. This piece is crafted from walnut veneers for a mid-century look, also available in a handsome blonde oak option.

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Risom Red Wooden Bar Stools

Designed by Jens Risom in 1943, this distinctive stool features the same woven seating and angular edges as its famous lounge chair counterpart. This piece is crafted to the same exacting standards today, its hardwood framing and mortise-and-tenon construction sure to last a lifetime with proper care. Customize your stool – choose from bar height or counter height, three wood finishes, and five bold fabrics.

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Magis Wooden Adjustable Bar Stools

Are you looking for a stool that is sure to fit your chosen placement? The playful Tom & Jerry stool collection by Magis features an adjustable screw-top design that can adjust from 27 inches to 34 inches, ideal for counters and bars alike.

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Light Ash Saddle Seat Bar Stool

A smooth saddle-shaped seat makes this cushioned counter stool especially comfortable without sacrificing its streamlined appeal. This piece measures at 26 inches in height, the frame crafted from solid ash wood with a light natural finish.

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Wishbone-Style Wooden Bar Stool

Inspired by the iconic Wishbone chair, this beautiful counter-height stool features a smooth barrel back supported by elegantly sculpted dowel legs. The seat is crafted from woven paper rope. Use this piece to complement dining themes ranging from mid-century modern to Scandinavian hygge and more.

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Upholstered Wooden Saddle Bar Stools

This upholstered 29-inch stool features light natural finishes and nailhead trim, lending a warm transitional look that falls somewhere between traditional and rustic. This set is also available in a contemporary grey.

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Antique White Bar Stool with Back

This handsome counter-height bar stool includes a full backrest and armrests, the sides woven from cane rattan for a breezy rustic or mid-century look. The rubberwood frame is lightly whitewashed for an antique appearance.

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Woven Rattan 30-Inch Wooden Bar Stool

Whitewashed woven rattan gives this 30-inch bar stool a breezy nautical look – perfect for beach homes and coastal decor themes. This piece is also available with a slightly darker finish to complement decor that leans more toward rustic or bohemian.

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Leather-Wrapped 30 Inch Wooden Bar Stool

This uncomplicated bar stool enjoys a decorative pop of bohemian flair with the woven leather strips that make up the seat. It’s comfortable but lightweight, easy to incorporate in a kitchen or anywhere around the home.

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24 Inch Wooden Bar Stool with Back

At 24 inches in height, this traditional stool is well-suited to counter-height dining arrangements. The dowel back enjoys a sense of classic charm while the unique silhouette captures a touch of mid-century inspiration. Solid oak construction ensures a lifetime of enjoyment.

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Rustic Farmhouse Wooden Bar Stool

Charming bentwood details give this bar stool a quiet ornamental look ideal for kitchen themes like country, cottage chic, and bohemian. Natural fiber softens the seat while lending additional rustic flair. This piece is also available as a bar height stool .

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Simple Round Rustic Wooden Bar Stool

Sweet and simple, this round rustic stool is a timeless accent guaranteed to never go out of style. This piece is crafted from solid reclaimed elm and solid nettlewood, finished in a warm medium tone for endless coordination possibilities. The seat measures at 30 inches in height.

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Thirteenth Round Wooden Bar Stool

The exquisite Thirteenth Stool by Joel Escalona is carved from solid white oak, every sweeping curve sanded by hand to achieve a buttery smooth surface. This piece measures at just over 29 inches in height, able to be used as a stool or as a tall accent table.

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Wooden Tractor Seat Bar Stools

Tractor seat stools offer a slightly more ergonomic seating experience compared to their flat counterparts. This 24-inch stool is ideal for counter-height dining arrangements, crafted from solid birch wood for sturdy everyday performance. This design is also available with a black finish.

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Solid Elm Wooden Bar Stool

Rich wood grain takes center stage with this beautifully crafted solid elm stool in a warm natural finish. This piece measures at just over 29 inches for bar-height tables, the seat shaped and honed for a comfortable seating experience. Because this design is armless, it can tuck easily beneath the lip of a counter for space-saving appeal.

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Solid Walnut Tractor Bar Stools

This exquisite tractor stool design is carved from a single block of ash or walnut wood, both options sustainably sourced. This design by Craig Bassam showcases exceptional attention to detail from the silky smooth edges to the leather-wrapped footrests. Choose from three sizes.

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Woven Leather and Wood Bar Stool

Strips of thick genuine leather form the seat of this saddle-shaped stool design for style and comfort. Solid wood framing provides stability. This stool measures at 30 inches in height for use with bar-height seating or high counter seats.

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Modern Wooden Stools with Leather Seats

This minimalistic wooden stool is equipped with a gorgeous leather cushion that straps onto the top for comfort and innovative style. The footprint is made from metal to prevent marking. This stool measures at 27 inches in height for use alongside counter-height tables.

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Backless Bar Stool with Wooden Legs

Smooth faux leather upholstery softens the seat of this simple bar stool while adding a pop of attractive contrast. Choose from four wood finish and upholstery combinations to best suit your kitchen or dining room decor theme. Each stool measures at 26 inches in height for use along counters.

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Black and Oak Wooden Bar Stool

A rounded capsule-shaped backrest ensures this bar stool looks handsome from every angle. This piece is crafted from solid American white oak, the seat upholstered in genuine top grain leather. This piece is also available with a walnut finish. Each stool comes fully assembled and ready to use.

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Nerd Modern Wooden Bar Stool

German industrial designer David Geckeler created the Nerd series as an homage to Scandinavian furniture design, each piece simple but filled with joyful character. Eco-friendly water-based lacquer gives the oak surfaces a soft and silky touch. This stool is also available in a wide range of cheerful pastels.

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Muuto Visu Wooden Bar Stools

Designed by Mika Tolvanen for Muuto, the Visu stool showcases the best of Scandinavian simplicity for a bright and breezy look. The seat is gently curved to create a small backrest, the legs similarly bent to create a smooth sense of continuity. Choose from seven finish options and two heights.

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Ethnicraft N3 Modern Wooden Bar Stool

Depending on its surroundings, this creative stool can be interpreted as modern geometric or rugged rustic – either way you look at it, it’s a versatile accent sure to flatter any setting. This piece is crafted from solid oak with a hardwax oil finish.

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Woven Grey Wooden Bar Stools

Criss-crossed yarns give this wooden stool a modern geometric look with comfortable support. The base is made from sturdy teak that will only grow more beautiful with age while the seat frame made from durable aluminum. Weather-resistant materials make these stools appropriate for use indoors and outdoors alike.

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Woven Leather Wooden Bar Stool

Woven strips of dark brown faux leather make this stylish bar stool especially comfortable and supportive. Solid rubberwood framing is finished in medium walnut for effortless appeal – use to complement contemporary, mid-century, and industrial interior themes.

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Saddle-Seat 26 Inch Wooden Bar Stools

Lightly padded and upholstered in smooth faux leather, this handsome counter-height stool offers casual styling with approachable everyday comfort. Slender ash wood framing makes each stool lightweight and easy to handle.

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Reclaimed Wooden Bar Stools

Authentic reclaimed Kentucky whiskey barrels find new life as stylish kitchen seating with these beautiful handmade bar stools. Each one features a deep patina that reflects its unique history – a work of art with a story to tell. These would be perfect for industrial kitchens, rustic dining rooms, and home bars.

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Industrial Metal and Wood Bar Stools

These bar stools feature faux wood seats and backrests decorated to look like richly distressed wood, perched atop sturdy metal framing for dependable stability. Choose from two sizes – each one offering a budget friendly approach to strong industrial styling.

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Industrial Swivel Wood Seat Bar Stool

This attractive bar stool set features smoothly carved tractor seats that swivel over a sturdy black metal base. Use to complement rustic and industrial kitchen themes. These are suitable for bar-height tables.

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Adjustable Wooden Industrial Bar Stool

Bold metal details give this creative stool a strong industrial look inspired by traditional surveying tools and nautical elements. The screw top makes it easy to adjust the height. At the lowest, this stool stands at 25 inches in height. At the highest, it stands at a bar-friendly 32 inches.

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Hinkley Rustic Wooden Bar Stool

A rugged carved wood seat gives the Hinkley bar stool a warm and authentically rustic look. The seat smoothly swivels so you can keep up with conversations while the splayed legs provide stable footing. This stool measures at 34 inches in height to suit even the tallest bar tables.

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Tom Dixon Slab Wooden Bar Stool

Tom Dixon’s beautiful Slab bar stool is crafted from solid oak portions that have been joined, sanded, and lacquered with a sophisticated matte finish – the result is effortlessly smooth, every line flowing into the next. This piece is available in a natural oak or deep black finish.

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Hoffmann Black Wooden Bar Stools

The stylish Hoffmann Stool by Josef Hoffmann features a classic bentwood frame, the solid beech expertly formed into perfect curves. Cane seats and backrests lend breezy vintage appeal, perfect for a wide range of kitchen themes like coastal or mid-century modern. Choose from two height options and three finish options.

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Birch Wooden Bar Stools with Backs

Safavieh’s solid birch bar stools feature a rich espresso finish for easy coordination with classic and contemporary themes. The barrel back is comfortably caned, the seat upholstered with durable performance fabric.

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Rustic Black 24 Inch Wooden Bar Stool

Deeply distressed black finishes give this counter stool an especially charismatic appearance, a fantastic selection for themes that lean toward rustic. With a base that measures at 11 inches by 18 inches, these stools are a relatively compact option for smaller kitchens.

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Wooden White Painted Wooden Bar Stool

This solid oak bar stool features angular tapered details throughout for an eye-catching look. A creamy off-white finish brightens the overall look – easy to coordinate with a diverse variety of kitchen themes and color palettes.

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Wood and White Stools

These minimalistic counter-height stools offer comfortable simplicity, attractive and functional without drawing attention away from other decorative elements that may surround. Choose from natural or white finish options.

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Outdoor Wooden Bar Stools with Wicker Seats

Looking for bar stools to complete an outdoor kitchen, patio cocktail lounge, or tiki bar? This set of two is crafted from durable acacia wood, the seats woven from weather-resistant faux rattan for dependable performance across the seasons. Each stool measures at 30 inches in height.

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Wooden Outdoor Bar Stools with Backs

These solid acacia bar stools include a sturdy slatted backrest, comfortable armrests, and plush padded seat cushions for excellent outdoor comfort. Use to complete your patio or poolside bar arrangement.

Veiled in the elegant splendour of nature, this beautiful villa is the majestic home of a three-generation family unit. Designed by Nghia-Architect , delicate curtain creepers fall around the edges of lengthy terraces, creating stunning pockets of peaceful privacy. A contrast of cool concrete and warm wood flows from the modern home exterior into contemporary living spaces. Long skylights bring sunlight flooding in to blur the boundaries between interior and outdoor space. Circular light wells perforate concrete overhangs on the veranda to allow trees to push through towards the sky. Floor plans and a video sneak peek of this fabulous family home are included at the end of our tour.

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The modern home exterior glows with inviting light, which adds to the mystery of the shrouding curtain creepers.

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The home was designed to serve the different lifestyles of the three-generation family. While the grandparents are accustomed to a traditional Vietnamese lifestyle, the younger family members are acquainted with a modern, multicultural way of living.

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The family elders have resided in this area of Vietnam for a long time, so they have built strong connections with their community, and enjoy interacting with their friendly neighbours on a daily basis. A continuous veranda around the perimeter of the home offers a multitude of spots for entertaining. A round light well brightens the area that is predominantly shaded by a concrete overhang.

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A mature tree stretches up through the light well, where it seeks out the sun.

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There is a second circular cutaway that makes room for an outdoor spiral staircase .

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A solid wall divides the veranda just behind the staircase, building a substantial privacy screen that overhangs the garden.

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The privacy wall sections off one of the bedrooms and its adjoining terrace area.

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Terracotta coloured render gives the concrete wall a warm aesthetic.

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An outdoor chair furnishes the bedroom terrace to create a spot for quiet contemplation or reading.

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Curtain creepers sway prettily in the breeze.

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The second and third generations of this family travel home to Vietnam only a few times a year, so this unique home was designed to include large spaces that would accommodate celebratory family gatherings and social events.

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Since there are large differences in the lifestyles of the family members, due to age and culture, a variety of indoor and outdoor living spaces were created to suit different needs and wants.

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Large communal spaces were made flexible, so that they can be opened up or closed off. Living spaces peacefully connect with the lush gardens and courtyard.

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During the construction of the family villa, much of the native pine tree forest was conserved.

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The villa structure extends in different directions to accommodate the landscape, and to protect the pine trees as its own gardens.

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Whilst large, the architectural structure succeeds in blending well with its natural surroundings.

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Thanks to its green veil, the house is only distinguished by the outline of its upper and lower rooflines. Raw concrete and natural wood grain form a rustic look that coincides with a modern lifestyle.

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The sophisticated design of the roof canopy gives the building a thin, gravity redefining look. As it edges the length of the building, it creates a wide, 30 metre long open porch with no sign of a structural column.

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Wood slatted shutters open the side of the building to connect with the nature-kissed veranda.

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Inside the villa, a wooden dining table seats eight to ten people at dinner. A lightweight dining room chandelier falls in front of the special view. The open porch forms a place where the homeowners and guests can gather after dinner, to take in a breath of fresh air or to admire the rainfall.

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Behind the dining area, a contemporary kitchen is equipped with all of the modern appliances needed to cater for large family gatherings.

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Green plants and sunlight characterise the cheerful walkways of the home.

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Skylights open the connective corridors to the blue sky.

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The family residence is divided into three main blocks.

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Two private sleeping blocks, each with their own living rooms, are located at each side of the structure.

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The central block is home to the kitchen and dining room, which serves as the primary communal space and as a connecting link to all areas.

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A glass wall bathroom is elevated above a private garden, with the bathtub situated up front to absorb the green view.

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Stepping stones meander through the lawn.

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A designer chair provides a stylish pitstop against a board-formed concrete wall.

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A pivot door makes a secretive entryway into one of the master bedrooms.

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Wire balustrades and concrete treads make up a striking staircase design .

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Mature pine trees dwarf the large villa.

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Local birds hop up onto the veranda, where hammock seats await on lazy afternoons.

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When all closed up, the beautiful wooden shutters fully encase the main living block to stunning effect. Sunlight steals thorough skylights to add to the naturally striped aesthetic.

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At sunset, LED lights are set aglow in the floor to uplight the wood slatted home exterior.

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The first floor plan illustrates the layout of the three main blocks, with the communal kitchen diner sandwiched between the two private sleeping blocks. Guest rooms are situated at the back of the house, adjacent to a house keepers wing and storage space.

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In the second floor plan, we find two more bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs.

Dark isn’t the first theme that comes to mind when designing a kitchen. Stereotypical assumptions are of white and bright kitchens matched by light wood—something like the color of breakfast pancakes. Have you ever thought otherwise? Perhaps something like a modern dark kitchen?

We’ve got a collection of stunning spaces sure to switch up your vision. This black kitchen design inspiration is the sexiest interior design can muster. All divulging in shades of black, navy, or dark brown, they add what white kitchens cannot—a seductive allure that says sleekness and sophistication at the same time. Take a peek at some brilliant interiors on the darker side to see if a modern luxury black kitchen could be for you.

Modern Dark Kitchen Design Ideas to Inspire Your Next Renovation

1. Make it an All Black Kitchen

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Visualizer:Design At Sketch

Almost completely covered in black, a few minor elements shine in chrome and wood in this kitchen interior. We love how the textures do the talking, especially through the matte table under black wood-panelled walls. But having an open approach like this means that every one of your accessories on display—including knives, wine glasses, mugs, cutting boards, teapots, cookie jars, etc.—need to be on point.

2. Add Wooden Elements

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Visualizer:Bogdan Tovstyy

This black beauty edges towards wooden elements. We see a speckled floor, a white wall, and a central bench. Rounded black lamps hover over the island, providing functionality and style. If you’re wondering how visual intrigue is added to this modern black kitchen… a huge credit goes to the abstract art!

3. Complement the Black Kitchen with Orange

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Source:Vancouver House

A bit of curve rounds out the hard edges—adding some much-needed warmth. This wave-design bench leads up to an orange-hued enclave in this black-and-silver interior. The burnt orange sure makes a design statement (apart from the unique central island).

4. Keep Your Dark Modern Kitchen Simple

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Visualizer:Panda Fox Studios

A simplistic look makes this black kitchen a winner. We see the basics: a light floor, a black minimalist island, and sleek cabinetry. But the contrast between light and dark keeps the ambiance interesting, while the large window welcomes plenty of natural light.

5. Make it Dark… Or Not?

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Visualizer:Who Cares Design

If you’re eyeing a dark kitchen aesthetic but are hesitant to make the change, this is it. Introducing more light, this black kitchen is hardly dark at all. Black benches, cabinetry, fixtures and stools are intersected by large-panel windows, a white shelving stand and light flooring.

6. Make Use of Asymmetry in the Black Modern Kitchen

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Visualizer:Visual Method

This modern black kitchen takes another angle on this kaleidoscopic space, breaking all spatial boundaries. Black and glass alternate in this chic kitchen as the interesting ceiling design keeps the space unconventional. We’ve also got to appreciate the cherry blossoms, doubling as decor even within the interior.

7. Factor in Some Warmth

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Source:Modulnova

This warmer-looking kitchen makes a move to brown. It strategically achieves the purpose with the use of wood. This not only introduces natural textures but also makes the ambiance inviting. Talk about a modern style that’s equal parts welcoming!

8. Place a White Island in a Black Modern Kitchen

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Visualizer:Jean Regauer

An instant way to brighten up a dark kitchen (we mean, get the best of both worlds)? This kitchen space shows us how by using a white island on a black floor. The backsplash further enhances this dark-and-light effect, while the cowhide rug adds just the right amount of coziness.

9. Make Marble Your Best Friend

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Architect:Chamberlain Javens Architects

If you’re looking to create a modern luxury black kitchen, you know what you’ve got to do: Go big on marble! This natural stone adds the luxe factor to any space, especially as a large, central island, as seen in the kitchen above. You can also add it through the backsplash.

10. Make it Mysterious

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Visualizer:Tomek Michalski

You can double the visual intrigue in your all black kitchen by adding some mystery. In this kitchen, mood-lighting sets the scene in black and grey, while a marbled bench acts as the hero. The back inlet and flooring create contrast and depth. Taken together, these elements make the space an interesting one.

11. Layer Gray and Gold

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Visualizer:Mitaka Dimov

Black kitchens are cool, but what if we layer in gray and add accents of gold? This stunning kitchen space uses gray flooring to add diversity to the otherwise black palette. The thick gold panel is one way that makes the space look incredibly high-end.

12. Add French Style to Black Kitchen Design

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Visualizer:Aeroslon

Make your kitchen both modern and French with traditional black cabinetry. In this space, standing armoires act as sinks, and all other displayed items remain black. The stark white clock can surely act as the focal point of the space!

13. Consider Soft Elements

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Visualizer:Julia Sultanova

Rough, light wood and low-hanging white lights set this kitchen interior a world apart. You can also notice a layer of light gray cabinetry, adding variation to the otherwise dark color palette. These elements factor in softness to the black kitchen design.

14. Let the Accessories Do the Talking

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Photographer:Mikko Ryhänen

In this black-and-wood creation, the accessories take center stage in adorning the interior. We love the houseplant, but the crockery deserves a special mention for doubling as decor. The light oakwood backdrop further warms the space up.

15. Consider a Matte All Black Kitchen

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Visualizer:HDR Designer

Neat square panels perfectly line up to emphasize the stark black minimalism that is at play here. We love how the cabinetry is matte black with no hardware, adding a sense of simplicity. The herb planters are a healthy green addition to bring the otherwise simple space.

16. Add Some Stencilling to Black Kitchens

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Visualizer:Julia Sultanova

Fine lines and stencilling set this monochromatic space apart. Lined by black magnetic lights, black stencils and glossy white facades, it makes its mark on a light wooden floor.

17. Build a Shape Out of Black

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Visualizer:Huso

18. Create a Modern Dark Kitchen with Gradients

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Visualizer:Mario Nogueira

If you’re wondering how the intrigue in this space is working… It’s the gradients from black, to charcoal, to light grey. White surrounds in the walls and a monochromatic hanging light. This clever design technique makes sure the space is anything but boring, even if it’s using mere neutrals (minus the stunning orange dining chairs, of course).

19. Leverage Black Textures

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Visualizer:Nefeli Kallianou

One instant way to add interest to a black kitchen is with textures, as seen in this metallic matte kitchen. This accounts for decorative presence in the light and bright space, providing character to an otherwise simple room.

20. Work on the Functionality of the Modern Dark Kitchen

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Visualizer:İbrahim Ethem KISACIK

This dark modern kitchen makes sure it’s as functional as is stylish. The central island is paired with a black dining table, while all necessary appliances are fixed into the cabinetry. We also see pendant lights and lighting under the hood providing just the right illumination.

21. Create a Modern Classic All Black Kitchen

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Visualizer:A&L Interior Design

Folks seeking an inviting all black kitchen can look towards this modern classic space. It merges contemporary elements (through sleek black cabinetry) with traditional ones (as seen in the wooden backsplash) to bring together the best of both worlds.

22. Put Essentials on Display in Your Modern Black Kitchen Interior

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Visualizer:Polygon

Yet another kitchen that uses black and wooden elements to create a dark-themed interior. What sets this one apart is the hanging pans. They do offer easy access as the residents cook, but they also double as decor! (Note how the pans also use black and wooden elements to stay coherent with the theme).

23. Add the Industrial Style to the All Black Kitchen

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Via:Emotion School

Industrial style lovers, rejoice! This is THE inspiration to set up your favorite interior design style, the dark way. This kitchen uses rustic wood and exposed elements for the ceiling to create an industrial black kitchen interior.

24. Make a Statement with Black Chunky Lamps

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Via:HomePicture.in

All eyes on the two chunky lamps hanging in this monochromatic setting. They do add focus but also allow the contrasting white inset to shine. Not to forget the central island, providing plenty of storage space.

25. Make Room for Keepsakes

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Visualizer:Maxim Goryachev

There’s nothing like personalizing your space to who YOU are. This kitchen serves the purpose by adding keepsakes and heirlooms. Also, black leaves room for details, so it’s one of the best colors to use if you’re hoping to display knick-knacks.

26. Use Black to Add Intimacy

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Visualizer:Helen Bank

Who says dark colors make small spaces feel smaller? We only see black adding luxury to this compact space (with some credit to the white flooring adding brightness). This kitchen—with black marble backsplash—speaks opulence, and for all the right reasons!

27. Enhance Black Kitchen Design with Patterns

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Visualizer:Ksenia Lenski

This black kitchen interior makes a design statement with the patterned marble island. Its sleek metallic legs lift it off the floor, creating an illusion of space. Simultaneously, the textured inset makes sure visual interest is added.

28. Don’t Forget a Black and White Rug

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Visualizer:Nada Aboelrous

If you’re not in for a complete kitchen renovation, simply painting your cabinets black and adding a black-and-white patterned rug will achieve the purpose! We love how this kitchen keeps sets the base with white and tops it with black.

29. Let the Lighting Make a Statement in the All Black Kitchen

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Architect:Artpartner Architects

When everything else is understated, letting the lighting create a statement is a good idea. This matte black kitchen interior uses rod lighting to do the talking. It sticks to the all black kitchen color scheme, though!

30. Tone it Down

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Visualizer:Valeria Mosolova

This open floor plan uses dark gray throughout, showing us that black can work in more spaces than the kitchen 😉 It sure makes a design statement for those cooking and dining—or lounging!

31. Consider a Black and Wooden Bar

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Visualizer:Amir Emami

This is the ultimate modern luxury black kitchen! After all, what’s better than displaying your favorite collection of beer right behind the black kitchen island? The low-hanging pendant lights also add to the black kitchen design.

32. Add the Gothic Vibe

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Visualizer:Sebastian Lorio

This dark-gray kitchen is super simple with its sleek, hardware-less cabinetry. Well, except the far left end. Here, we see a statement piece of art and intriguing layered lighting created a focal point.

33. Stick to the Minimalist Style for Black Kitchens

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Visualizer:Miguel A. Ramos

This compact kitchen space follows the simple rule: white walls paired with black cabinetry and an island. Even in this nook, the space is able to make a style statement while providing optimal functionality. The window here gives a contrasting element of light to the otherwise dark modern kitchen.

34. Layer Lighting in the All Black Kitchen

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Visualizer:Tatiana Durnescu

We see shades of gray and black coming together to bring this modern dark kitchen to life. What we especially love is the multiple types of lighting, all layered together to bring visual interest to the space.

35. Set the Backdrop For Your Living Space

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Visualizer:Sasha Zolotukhin