We have seen houses that showcase Ferraris and Lamborghinis . In fact, we have seen some luxury apartments do so as well. This particular 131.68 square metre car lover’s house has been created by Fujiwaramuro Architects in central Takamatsu, Japan, as a reinforced concrete haven to a stunning Maserati. The brief was that the house should occupy as much of the lot as possible, have an integrated garage to display their prized car, and ensure privacy for the homeowner couple and their child. The architecture features cantilevers that extend horizontally from just four structural pillars, an arrangement that allows the interior of the home to remain open and simple.
The white modern facade of the home is split into layers, with slit windows crossing the full width of each floor. The continuous lengths of glass is made possible by the building’s four column structure, and the cantilevers that extend horizontally from them to support the first and second story floors, walls, and the roof.
The clerestory windows admit light around 360 degrees of the home, without losing privacy. At night, from the street, the thin windows are seen to glow intriguingly between the solid floors.
The integrated garage is decorated in the same crisp white decor as the rest of the rest of the home interior, to allow it to merge smoothly with the living room via a glass wall. A large solid door gives entry into the home.
The glass car garage acts as a display case for the owners beloved Maserati, putting it in pride of place for all to see who enters this home. In place of a traditional interior, textured with wooden elements, floor rugs and multiple materials, the interior here is minimalist and monochrome like a car showroom. The only colour inside the simple living room dining room combo comes from a large piece of modern wall art, which swirls refreshing blue and green hues across a crisp gallery white wall. It adds a much needed element of nature to the stark monochromatic expanse.
The architects on this project proposed that the living area be situated right in the center of the lot, so that the other spaces could unfold around it. A black modern sofa fills most of the minimalist living room , spread in a sociable three sided arrangement. The low sofa backs keep the space feeling open and integrated with the other zones in the open plan room.
A glass coffee table completes the lounge set-up, it’s simple rectangle top echoing the large windows of the car display. There are no decorative items on the coffee table, or anywhere else in the room. In this home, the very expensive family car is all the eye candy that the family requires!
A four place modern dining set sits in a large expanse of floor space behind the sofa, just enough to comfortably seat mum, dad, junior, and a guest at dinner.
The round dining table continues the clear glass theme of the room. The reflective glassy elements help to bounce the light around the large room. Curvaceous table and chair legs seem to ripple from the aerodynamic car design standing behind them.
Four exterior walls fully enclose the property. There are voids located at each of the four corners of the interior, as well as one more in the very centre of the building. The central void can be seen here in the high ceiling of the main living room.
The five voids are designed to achieve uniform light in each part of the interior, as well as create an added sense of spaciousness.
A long black kitchen island holds the cooking hob and sink in a crisp white worktop.
Tall units stand in front of the staircase that gives rise to the upper floor.
The kitchen and lounge wing the black and white dining room , so that family members can see each other from all areas.
From this angle we can see how the corner voids create a feeling of connection to the outside world beside the kitchen, even though there is complete privacy.
The four structural pillars barely encroach on the interior layout at all, they simply blend with the white decor.
The high windows cause a diffused gentle light effect.
The Maserati appears to inspire with the fresh white interior.
On the upper floor of the home, there is a huge white vanity area right on the central landing. Vanity units, bathroom sinks, faucets and vanity mirrors are bleached out in solid white finishes.
A handrail is cut into the wall of the stairwell.
Tiled steps complete the fresh modern staircase design .
A skylight sends natural daylight right down through the core of the home.
The landing vanity area is situated directly above the kitchen island downstairs. Looking down through the glass balustrades it is possible for family members to interact through the vertical open plan too.
The four column architectural design made huge savings in the home’s construction process. Since the ground was fairly soft, an ordinary mat foundation would have demanded extensive soil stabilisation.
With the pillar and cantilever design, piles were only required under the four posts, reducing the soil stabilisation budget to a quarter of a mat foundation cost.
Ground floor plan.
Upper floor plan.
Section drawing 1.
Section drawing 2.
Foundations.
Front elevation.
Back elevation.
Side elevation.
Structural diagram.
Forget faded colour schemes, come revel in hot red and orange accented decor that’s smashed up against lime green, turquoise, yellow, powder blue and pink hero furniture pieces. Each of these four modern home interiors have raucous colour running between expanses of neutral tones, to air out the playful notes. A spray of natural greenery grows here and there, to add a homey feel and texture. There is also texture at play in material choices, with ribbed glass elements, raw brickwork walls, terrazzo and perforated metal. Get ready to feast your eyes on a joyous journey around spaces jam-packed with daring stand out details.
Visualizer:Diego Drews
The first riot of colour comes to us from Estoril, Portugal. A satsuma modern coffee table demands to be noticed in the centre of a cosy living room. A lime green accent chair and pink lounge chair kick up the contrast around the furniture centrepiece. A pebble grey sectional sofa cools down the lounge arrangement, and creates breathing space between it and a colourful dining area behind.
Powder blue scatter cushions pep up the look of the plain grey sofa upholstery, and tie it with the blue element of the nearby dining set.
Low slung Scandinavian furniture creates a laid-back look. A narrow cylindrical wood burner makes the room look and feel toasty. A smooth white wall has been floated in front of a raw brickwork feature that brings depth to the brightly decorated room. The swing arm wall lamp there is the Flos Mod 265 style lamp .
in blue, green, and white finishes encircle a round dining table with a copper support leg, which echoes the orange accent tone that started in the lounge.
The green dining chair matches with mint green base cabinets across the kitchen wall.
A blue fruit bowl throws down another pop of colour on the table.
Green and copper coloured dining room pendant lights dangle above. The orange tone carries through into a wine storage unit in the kitchen.
Coloured cabinet fronts create a big impact in the small kitchen .
Visualizer:Zieg Si
The second colourful creation we’re looking at is a red and green feast of accent pieces. This living room causes the eye to track around every furniture piece and soft furnishing choice in the room, from green accent chair to red side table to multicoloured cushions and throws. A chrome floor lamp pulls in with the cooling grey elements in the room.
In the games room, a nifty coffee table design pops up out of the floor.
A modern wall sconce duo scale the wall beside two gaming chairs that are upholstered in contrasting colours. Large poster art adds a playful and creative element. A daybed is tucked within a bank a storage units and a turquoise window seat offers another spot to lounge.
Back out in the open plan living room, a classy marbled hearth and a textured tv wall counteract the louder elements in the space.
Red and monochrome kitchen bar stools sit at a stone peninsula, whilst a more conventional dining table is set by the window.
The red and green colour story continues in the master. An eye catching bedroom pendant light competes for attention.
The second bedroom scheme in the home is just as loud.
A unique rug dots colour through the study.
Home layout.
Designer:Palina Karniyenka| Visualizer:Palina Karniyenka
Red and green revellers dwell in home number three, where colourful panels peer through textured glass to brighten the living room. A round coffee table , scatter cushion and rug bring in golden yellow accents.
Bam! A red kitchen wakes up the senses, with a solid green kitchen island to amp up its effect.
A cactus is placed to match the green theme of the central island and bar stools.
Yellow tiles flash through the home entryway like a bolt of lighting out of the blue. Pegboard panels texturise tall white cabinet doors.
A bushy indoor plant visually separates the home entryway from the cosy lounge. A mysterious deep blue portiere fills an arched doorway.
Inside a green bedroom , the shining effect of two beautiful copper bedroom pendant lights is doubled by a pair of elliptical wall mirrors.
The bathroom is white with a squeeze of zest. A juicy orange vessel basin tops a modern bathroom vanity , and orange wall hooks cross the white tile wall.
An orange accent stripe is painted where the walls meet the ceiling, and a matching trim defines glass doors.
Floor plan.
Designer:Form'8 studio
In Minsk, Belarus, a sophisticated colorful living room is home to a tangerine sectional sofa .
Red panelling trims the room.
Smart black light tracks keep the colours in the room looking their brightest. Shelf lights feed a healthy collection of indoor plants .
Red and blue rugs overlay cool grey terrazzo floor tiles.
A blue kitchen peeps around the corner.
Dark curtains exaggerate the arched architecture.
There is a sudden visual temperature change between the orange & red living room, and a solid blue hallway.
Orange dining stools throw colour around a black dining table.
The orange dining furniture fizzes against the blue kitchen cabinets.
Rolled sheet metal and concrete blocks make an original seat in the blue hallway.
In the bedroom, red perforated metal builds a run of unique wardrobes.
The red bedroom is cooled by grey terrazzo flooring and heavy blue window drapes.
The drapes pull around the head of the bed to create added drama.
Black hardware finishes off the red powder coated closets.
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
