Designed by Modektura Studio and photographed by Yevhenii Avramenko, this 83 sq.m apartment on Bohdana Khmelnytskoho Street in Kyiv, within a 1900s classical architecture building with high ceilings, blends classical elements with mid-century design pieces from the 1930s to the 1970s. Despite the challenges of a large-scale invasion and frequent power disruptions during construction, the team succeeded in creating a nostalgic retro ambiance with vintage Cassina chairs, Louis Poulsen, Flos, and Vibia lighting, and furniture from Porro and B&B Italia. Materials like toned oak, marble, stainless steel, and brass, along with experimental sand in terrazzo flooring and marble chips in mineral plaster, cultivate a sense of stability and tranquility.
The color choices we make for our living spaces aren’t only aesthetic. Color has the power to make a room look different but also to make us feel different. A change of living room color palette can uplift our energy or soothe us. Should your color scheme create a cheerful buzz as a background for family fun, or should it feel like a cocoon of calm? In this article, we’ll explore 80 aesthetic living rooms with soul-enriching, timeless color combinations. We’ll look at how to introduce color boldly or in subtle accents, so that you can create a living room that’s beautiful and a true reflection of who you are.
Visualizer:Hadeer E Shokier
This elegant living room palette of black, white, and beige carries an ethereal air with a hint of warmth. Relief art set into the TV wall takes the aesthetic to new heights.
Visualizer:Iryna
Gray and taupe tones conjure a room of quiet luxury. Combine this cozy living room palette with rounded furniture silhouettes, a round rug , and soft textures.
Designer:k+co LIVING
Cool baby blue decor creates a soothing base for a living room. Cut through with zesty yellow accents to enliven the look.
Visualizer:Nadiia Floka
Dark, muted green elements bring an earthy element to a home. In this concept, a single green sofa and ottoman set create a central focal point, while a smoked glass dividing wall and black large area rug form a shadowy surround.
Designer:Igor Ivanov| Visualizer:Olga Romanenko
Muted red and green accents bring a neutral space to life without appearing jarring in the serene scheme.
Visualizer:Saloua Mountasser
Cobalt blue decor accents electrify a basic gray color scheme. Consider introducing this bolder hue in the shape of eye-catching artwork and scatter cushions.
Visualizer:Bartosz Podolski
Yellow ochre elements will always create warmth wherever they go in the home. Add this glorious mood booster to a sunny room for the ultimate feel-good vibe.
Designer:Ruthie Staalsen Interiors
Wooden accent pieces make the perfect, warm accompaniment to yellow infusions. This yellow and wood-tone living space is further enlivened by a bold purple area rug .
Designer:Namaq Architects
Brown and greige living room arrangements gain a modern edge when teamed with black anchor points. In this example, a modern coffee table and a graphic art piece create points of interest.
Via:Houzz
A flame of burnt orange tones conjures heat and energy in this double-height living room . Moss green accents calm the fire and form a relationship with a magnificent garden vista.
Designer:Urbanology Designs
An all-white living room decor scheme creates a serene atmosphere but the aesthetic can fall a little flat. Throw in a black feature wall, matching small accessories, and a selection of natural brown elements.
Designer:Karen B Wolf
Lilac and gray combinations create a soft visual. Continue the light and airy aesthetic with glass coffee tables and an elegant modern chandelier.
Designer:Joselyn Rendon Interiors
This music-inspired living room concept uses teal notes to bring out the homeowner’s favorite pieces, while tan base notes set a cozy tone.
Source:Dulux Heritage
Don’t be afraid to combine different shades of green; just think of all the tones you find in a tree. Add a brass floor reading lamp , pendant lights, and matching fittings to achieve a sophisticated look.
Designer:Melinamade
A rich navy wall saturation gives a living room great depth while still enjoying a buzz of color. Cap this dark and dramatic decor scheme with a fresh white ceiling to prevent it from appearing oppressive.
Designer:Lauren DeBello Interiors
Deep browns, natural wood, and rattan push warmth through this light-filled white living room. Texture is as important as the color palette in this space, with chunky knit throws, a woven rug, and storage baskets being the stars of the show.
Designer:Décor Aid
Create a vibrant gallery feel with monochrome artwork and punchy red cushions.
Via:Houzz
Alternatively, tune into your bright personality with multicolored artwork and equally attention-grabbing accent chairs , scatter cushions, and a focal rug.
Designer:Cantoni Dallas
Cool a warm brown furniture collection with a muted blue statement wall.
Designer:LUX Design
Amethyst punctuations add regal intervals to an industrial living room with a concrete structure. Gray and silver components tie in with the cool backdrop.
Visualizer:LOBO STUDIO
Terracotta and sage make a pleasing pairing, each lending an earth-inspired tone. This combo works especially well sandwiched between wooden floors and wood-clad ceilings.
Designer:Grey Deco
Is there anything more relaxing than light sage green and neutrals? Bring in a healthy haul of indoor plants and enjoy the blissful tranquility.
Designer:Laura Hammett
Gold soft furnishings and a glamorous gold light fixture make a lasting impact while gray and greige base pieces ground the look.
Designer:Grey Deco
Pooling beige living room curtains and textured area rugs make this blue sofa living room feel like a hug.
Visualizer:Юрій Соболевський
A beige room comes to life with tangerine orange infusions and a burst of natural greenery. In this visual, eye-catching sculptural pendant lights and slatted wall panels balance out the shock of color.
Designer:Grey Deco
White wall paint with just a whisper of gray creates a cool companion for natural wall hangings, throws, and earthenware pots.
Designer:Grey Deco
Neoclassical panel molding drives a deeper impact under a commanding, charcoal gray finish. Chocolate brown furnishings make a cozy overlay.
Designer:Grey Deco
Combine a spectrum of warm browns and lighter greige tones to construct a living room decor scheme with layered depth.
Designer:Grey Deco
Warm white, biscuit, and blue hues create a softly coastal vibe.
Designer:Grey Deco
Allow the beauty of wood tone to be the protagonist of your color story with a wood paneled feature wall.
Designer:Grey Deco
Interrupt a pale gray decor scheme with weighty black moments to convey your confident nature.
Designer:Laura Hammett
This moody dark gray and black scheme sets a serious tone. A wide modern fireplace and wood-backed shelving alcoves bring slivers of light relief to the arrangement.
Designer:Grey Deco
Bring sweetness to your living space with soft white and blush tones. Throw in fluffy area rugs and dainty floral arrangements to amplify feminine energy.
Visualizer:Lanre Alao
Punchy oranges, warm wood tones, and a splash of greenery build a relaxed, tropical vibe.
Designer:Lanre Alao
Light silver gray makes a subtle canvas for a dusky pink statement sofa in this small living room. Boldly black-framed art prints make a modern gallery wall.
Visualizer:Giorgi Sinauridze
Warm coral accents cut through the formality of a cool gray and white neoclassical living room. Tie high contrast items together with a common texture theme, like this reeded media console and slatted TV wall.
Visualizer:Fatma Saad
Coral and dark blue pairings result in a divine balance of warm and cool junctures.
Visualizer:Younes Atrah
Choose seafoam green decor to attain a feeling of calm with a dash of positive energy.
Visualizer:Aya mehrez
Red can be an overbearing accent in large swathes but muted red tones can be surprisingly settling. Place in tandem with milky white wall panels to neutralize the heat.
Visualizer:Salma.S Morsi
Prussian blue and plum purple form an intense team. Cut through this winning duo with white accents to create a fresh space.
Visualizer:Salma.S Morsi
Muted green tones pepper this textural white living room with invigorating energy. Light wood tones expand upon the earthy interludes.
Via:Michelle Becker
An old adage claims that blue and green should never be seen together but modern day home designers disagree. Blue and green make a scheme reminiscent of cool waters and plump leaves.
Designer:Mona Mahmoud
Navy blue and natural stone unions will never get old. Include expanses of white space to let the hero colors breathe.
Source:Valencia
Cognac and cream make a tasteful combination. You’ll find this palette in classic homes and contemporary spaces alike.
Visualizer:BALA Concept Studio
Even just a few colorful pieces will transform a bland, blank space. A trio of mint green accessories and a dash of blue design elements convert this loft from drab to fab.
Visualizer:Naira Kotsinyan
Teal and taupe in equal measure construct a unique colorblocked effect here. Copper accessories add luxe character.
Visualizer:Naira Kotsinyan
Use textures and reflective items to build interest in an all-black living room.
Visualizer:Mirish Mirzayev
Dark duck egg and russet brown color a sumptuous living room palette.
Designer:DUCEK GROUP| Visualizer:Mirish Mirzayev
Metallic bronze bands top textural beige walls in this enigmatic living room arrangement. A letterbox fireplace echoes the warm glow of the crowning copper.
Visualizer:CXR Studio
Red, white, and blue combos are bold, upbeat, and exude positivity.
Visualizer:Mariam Vartanian
Use boldly colored statement pieces to define different areas in an open plan living space. This turquoise modular sofa builds the border of the lounge area while a turquoise accent alcove anchors a small dining space.
Visualizer:CXR Studio
Use multicolored art and accessories to reinvent a neutral home interior.
Visualizer:CXR Studio
Allow a garden view or a collection of indoor plants to inspire an all-green space.
Visualizer:Даниил Гапешин
Lay down a carpet of green to bring outdoor spirit to a smart gray and gold scheme.
Visualizer:Iryna 3D Visualizer
Black marble and deep brown wood tone set a luxurious aesthetic, though run the risk of appearing stuffy. Blow an air of creativity through the space with refreshing shades of blue.
Visualizer:Юрій Соболевський
Tame zingy tangerine with balancing gray.
Visualizer:Donara Baghdasaryan
Curate a quiet blue living room away from the heat of the city, where you can read a book, relax with the cat, or take a nap.
Visualizer:Mustafa Hazem
Slate gray and brown living rooms evoke a sense of style and belonging.
Architect:Liza Nikulina| Designer:Yara Lysiuk
Graphite gray and coral pink living spaces have a playful essence.
Designer:Liza Nikulina
Smooth charcoal walls with comfy teal furnishings fashion a modern hub for downtime and hobbies.
Source:Livspace
Contrast red brick feature walls with deep mustard furnishings and lush green plants.
Designer:Oscar Pastor
Delve into a darker palette with deep burgundy walls and gray soft furnishings. Cut through the shadows with light wall art.
Via:Dreamy Home Style
Lilac and silver decor produces a graceful aesthetic. Keep silhouettes slender and textures silky.
Visualizer:AGLAIA Interiors
This creative black and greige cocoon is achieved by holding fast to the theme, from the modular sofa to the wall art.
Visualizer:Nhan Nguyen
Use shades and hues of your chosen color to draw attention to interesting architectural features, as demonstrated in this dusky pink living room. Green elements draw the eye back to earth.
Via:DiningandLivingRoom
Mellow a mint color scheme with biscuit brown accents.
Visualizer:Thuong Hoai
Pull back on the prettiness of a pink living room decor scheme by introducing natural accents.
Designer:Henrietta Heisler Interiors Inc
Rest and reset in a light sage living room, elevated with gold accessories.
Designer:Rachel Reider Interiors
Vibrant color medleys will speak to creative souls.
Designer:Anushka Contractor
A border of mint and mustard artwork, scatter cushions, and accent chairs, gives a white living room a blast of jovial personality.
Designer:Niche Interiors
Sapphire blue and emerald seating have a transformative effect on a basic white background.
Via:Etsy
Dip into the sublime with a dark green, gold, and fuchsia ensemble.
Designer:Salt Interiors
Place warm brown focal points throughout a monochrome living room to shape an inviting space.
Visualizer:Mariia Bondarenko
This conceptual pink and blue living room shows how to include color-blocked vignettes in your plan.
Designer:The Cousins
Liven up a light gray room with a slice of lemon.
Designer:Keep Smiling Home
Moss green serves as a neutral in this fresh white living room, where the open shelves bring a collection of brighter colors.
Via:Houzz
Unapologetically pink, gold, and green, this decor scheme announces its owners blooming self confidence.
Designer:O’Hara Interiors
Lime green and aqua elements match the uplifting energy of a sun-drenched living space.
Via:Creative Booster
One hue of powder blue dusts this lofty living room with finesse.
Via:Decor Interior
Make room for joy with sunshine yellow, even when the city stands gray outside.
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
