The elements that make up a Scandinavian style apartment are varied and dynamic. The end result is usually an energetic home that meshes a variety of different features together to create a home that is snug as well as chic. The pride and joy of any homeowner. Those with families especially enjoy Scandinavian style apartments as it reflects the conglomeration of personalities joined together under one roof, which is basically what Scandinavian style is all about. No-one understands that better than Taiwanese based design company Nordico , which consists of a team that specializes in Scandinavian style. Let us look through their latest project, to experience their skill firsthand.
The living room is a perfect example of how Scandinavian style apartments combine comfort and style. The room is well designed and is aesthetically pleasing- a joy to come home to.
The most important part of any home is the furniture. The furniture decides whether or not the room is stylish, or if it is just a disaster. This living room makes proper use of Scandinavian style furniture , which is simple, minimalist and functional. Everything that a homeowner needs!
Another important element to any room, are the colors. You can’t have awfully bright or clashing colors in a room, otherwise it will not matter if you have the best furniture on the market, your home will not be stylish or homely. This apartment’s color scheme is warm and comforting, using many colors without becoming overwhelming.
To make an ordinary built in bookshelf come to life, the designer colored the inside of the shelves, creating an attractive feature for the room.
Uncovered windows work well with the white ceiling and timber components to create thee illusion of space. The windows also allow in a lot of natural light which refreshes the entire home.
Subtle hints of black add a seriousness to the room that grounds it and makes it a little more solid looking. Without the black, the room would look vaguely boring and less composed.
An overhead shelf is both functional and a stroke of brilliance. A discerning home cook knows that he/she needs an herb garden, but that is difficult to do in an urban apartment. Well, why not plant one in your kitchen? Not only is it useful- it looks incredible as well! In fact, all indoor potted plants have a timeless and refreshing aesthetic, , make the most of them in your home.
The apartment makes brilliant use of warm wooden tones, white and grey as a base, while bright colors bring life to the room. The affect is stunning, and an easily achieved color palette.
Grey Carvagio Carravagio P4 pendant lights double as a source of light and design feature. The color matches the apartment’s palette and adds functional charm in a way that only pendant lighting can.
Take your ordinary pot plants to another level, by housing them n pots/holders with a fun pattern. You could also make ordinary kitchenware into a design feature to showcase your amazing baking skills, as shown above.
Most homeowners need a study area, and this apartment delivers. A paneled half wall includes the space into the rest of the house, but also creates a feeling of a seperate space.
The kitchen cabinets are centered perfectly so as to allow for easy movement around the space, while Scandinavian style chairs provide effortless chic.
Warm wooden floor panels soften the entire room, and add a little tropical flair to an urban home.
Too many people make the mistake of assuming that a T.V is enough of a design element on its own. The designer put shelves all around it and skilfully arranged the decorations so as to reflect the personalty of thee residents.
A dual study area is a stroke of genius, and a good way to make use of the available space. The area is left minimalist and uncluttered, providing a serene work environment.
Evenly spaced lights ensure that the home will never be gloomy or dimly lit. The majority of the lights are subtle and functional, but a few double as decoration.
The living area is neatly ordered and perfectly structured. The room is unified but marks each area according to purpose, not cluttering anything. Hanging planters add an air of tropical essence, creating a hanging garden in the apartment.
The minimalist design allows for a lot of floor space which children can use for entertainment.
The unique end tables are a good fit, as the conform to the design without being boring, and the delicate house plants on top give them a refreshing purpose.
One way to enliven your white table is by using whimsical flatware , that will break up the monotonous white and turn the eating space into something remarkable.
Wooden ornaments work well with the other organic elements and carry on a unifying theme, tying the room together in subtle ways.
A black sink surrounded by the white and monochromatic colors, is a pleasant contrast that adds depth to the small space.
At night, the exposed windows create a unique accent wall that is both dynamic and exciting.
A white ceiling makes the room look larger and less confined. Light ceilings are usually your best bet when it comes to decoration.
The kitchen table is the heart of every home, and this home staple is fun and unique, thanks to the different colored chairs.
A tile kitchen island is a wonderful way to upgrade a classic in a simple, understated way. The feature is defined without being obvious.
For centuries, mounted deer heads have been the staple of any sophisticated home. But modern design has taken that design feature, and turned it on its head. A delicately carved, 100% naturally carved faux deer head is proudly mounted on the wall- a reimagining of an antiquated classic. Love what you see? Get yours here ! As a little extra spice, the exposed wall between the kitchen cabinets has been tiled in shades f grey, a pleasant addition to a remarkable room.
This room reflects the apartment’s style to perfection. The bed’s proximity to thee window, allows the occupant’s attention to be caught by the sky’s natural beauty.
The master bedroom boasts a spacious terrace, for fresh air or star gazing. The homeowner is free to use it as he/she so desires, and we can think of a million ways in which this terrace is an advantage.
A lush rug and Scandinavian style chair makes for a luxurious place to recline and relax.
A darker shade of grey makes up the back of the bed, a subtle yet effective accent wall.
This stylish bedroom boasts a walk-in closet for any wardrobe needs, and a state-of-thee-art air conditioner for balmy summer nights. How luxurious!
To create a dynamic space that is simple yet oh so refined, use patterned wall paper an stately stone wall tiles. It is incredibly easy, and the effect is completely worth it.
Tiled walls also offset the business of the patterns and spare you from a headache. While the organic elements sooth the emotions and soften the space.
Classic and timeless. These seem like two opposite concepts. How do you create a home that is both? A home that is current and modern, while being able to withstand the test of an ever changing world of fashion? Impossible, some claim. But is it really? Oksana Dolgopiatova , a designer based in Kiev, took it upon herself to meet this challenge. Apartment ‘Alise’ is her answer, and isn’t her answer just brilliant? The apartment makes masterful use of different design elements to create a sophisticated home that resonates with fashionable and stylish homeowners. Take a look for yourself, and decide if this apartment is both classic and timeless.
We start our tour in the open-plan living area. Here, we find a variety of colors and patterns blended to create a sophisticated living space that is lively and engaging.
The walls are mostly white, allowing for a wide mix of design aspects to warm up the area. Deviating from the usual T.V area, an overhead projector turns the living room into an impromptu cinema for entertaining guests or the best movie day ever.
Throw pillows that move up from the grey of the couch to the colorful patterns of the gorgeous rug, are an excellent idea that adds to the stylish comfort of the living room.
A panelled glass sliding door encased in a black frame separates the kitchen from the main living area, this adds a slight industrial element that is very stylish, the raw aspect preventing the room from looking plain and boring.
The soft brown of the curtains matches with the timber floor boards and green pot plants, softening the entire space and giving it a homely feel.
The blue vase holding the plant is a subtle way to add color to what would otherwise be an achromatic corner in a colorful room.
made out of patterned glass hang from the ceiling, lighting up a crucial part of the room and add a luxurious feel to the space. Two blue chairs add to the color brought by the vase. Black grating continues the subtle industrial undercurrent and wooden window frames warm up the clean glass.
A frosted glass window with a black frame is a unique design aspect, the frosted glass hiding the bathroom, the light fixtures turning the window into an industrial element.
Simplicity is timeless. The study is a cheerfully professional space. The crown moulding and edges of the wall are a clinical white with an engaging shade of blue painted in the middle. A woven wall covering completes the look, achieving a stylish accent piece with ease.
Once again, warm shades of wood neutralize the brightness of the wall colors and tone down the clinicity of the white. The overall effect is a cheery room that doesn’t hurt the eyes.
Bookshelves are a necessity in a study, but they don’t have to be boring. The designer removed the backs of these bookshelves to merge them to the wall, adding a subtle pop and livening them up.
The desk itself has been left mostly untouched except for the classy desk lamp , which allows the homeowner to work in an uncluttered space. The leather chair looks incredibly comfortable and ensures that the homeowner has a proper place to work.
The kitchen is a state-of-the-art marvel. Industrial light fixtures hang over a tropical kitchen island while dark blue walls tie together all the elements to mirror the apartment’s theme.
A tiled accent wall breaks up the blue walls and prevents the color scheme from becoming overwhelming. The two pendants lights match beautifully with the kitchen counter stools .
A detailed gothic light fixture adds a level of sophistication in a subtle and understated way.
A designer thatched chair with a comfortable pillow is nestled into a light and airy corner, it makes for an attractive aspect to the room and a cosy place to relax with a warm beverage.
The entrance to a house is important. It’s the first impression you get from the house. It needs to be impressive and functional. From the bright color paired with clean white lines, wooden elements and inconspicuous black fittings, this entrance hall is a perfect reflection of the apartment that it leads into.
Warm wooden elements are the ideal way to add a little tropical homeliness to a space, this room is no exception. Bamboo blinds connects the door to the wooden floor panels without obstructing too much natural light.
Usually nooks and corners can be a pain. But if you have the right accessories, they can become an essential feature in the overall space. A table, or in this case- a chest of drawers, is your best bet. Adorn the main piece with eclectic ornaments that reflect the homeowner’s personality and round it off with a mirror. The possibilities are endless, but the result is the same: perfection.
This seating area in the main bedroom looks over the cityscape and is an ideal place to relax with your significant other, and just have a nice chat. It’s also a light contrast to the rest of the dark features in the room.
Showcasing the concept of simple aspect walls, the designer had the wall by the bed painted black and adorned with a modern art piece, and the effect is flawless and engaging. Adjustable light fixtures give the traditional bedside lighting an industrial spin, and can be arranged to create the beautiful light arc as showcased above.
An assortment of comfy throw pillows work with the art piece to liven up the room, keeping the black wall from becoming overpowering.
These designer bedside tables merge two design concepts together. The wooden piece warming up the dark surroundings, but the black paint at the bottom joins it to the accent wall.
The designer gothic chandelier joins the airy seating area to the sophisticated room, so that the space isn’t disjointed and separate.
The master bedroom is a perfect blend of light and dark, industrial and sophistication.
Apartment ‘Alise’ is a beautiful blend of light and dark, warm and cold. The main bathroom is no exception.
The dark top half contrasts delightfully with the cheery bottom half, with both sides merging aspects of the other side. For example, the colorful art piece brightens up the black wall behind it, while the black drawers of the table brings sophistication to it’s cheerful surroundings.
The bathroom is spacious, and makes use of the space by providing his-and-hers amenities, a truly luxurious aspect. The luxury is continued in the shower with the contemporary shower fixtures. The minimalist matte-white faucet completes the look. The bathroom is the one place in the house where you can never have too many luxuries.
A collection of candles by the frosted window is a stylish element, that allows for adjustment in the ambience, from stark and bright to relaxing and romantic.
The guest bathroom makes use of a monochromatic color palette that is interrupted by the bright stand alone amenity.
The apartment is spacious and boasts an open plan living,dining and kitchen space. Two bedrooms,bathrooms and study. The master bedroom even has a changing area. Each room has been tailored to perfection and is a wonderful mix of style and sophistication.
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
