Tucked away on a forested 3000 square meter plot, this modern architectural delight employs a variety of clever techniques to maintain its privacy while still enjoying the wondrous abundance of nature that surrounds it. Neo Villa is a 484 square meter home located in Rosengarten, Germany, completed by Querkopf Architekten in 2019. No two angles are quite the same – this dimensional and dynamic home has plenty of surprises in store. The photo series below explores this residence from the outside and within, taking a tour around the perimeter and stopping in for a look at several of the rooms.
The tour opens with a view from across the home’s private driveway. Even from this angle, you can see how this house in the woods is selectively shielded by the landscape.
Imposing and open all at once – the modern home exterior is a drama of contrasts. Airy glass windows encase the living areas downstairs, while a formidable concrete volume is supported by v-shaped beams below.
At night, gentle illumination further emphasizes the difference between the exposed lower level and the private upstairs.
Sliding glass doors offer residents easy access to the pool and lounge area.
The pool design is especially unique, jutting out from the patio to underscore the cantilever architectural themes of the house. Plush outdoor lounge chairs soak up the view of the vibrant backyard.
From the modern living room , communication with the outdoors is key. Low-profile furniture helps to maintain the view – even the tall arching floor lamp cuts a thin and delicate profile.
Throughout the home, you’ll find a selection of accents that weave a thread of nature back into the concrete-dominated indoor environment. Here, smoothed logs become a grouping of rustic coffee tables.
Concrete, glass, and steel make up the indoor landscape – a stark contrast to the lush vegetation beyond.
A modern fireplace extends across the room.
Thanks to its central location and open sides, the fireplace is able to share its inviting aura with both the living and dining areas.
Tall floor-to-ceiling windows extend up the entire height of the dining room wall, even continuing across the ceiling. This provides an incredible view from the dining room but also from the glass-walled room looking down from above it.
A series of dining room pendant lights illuminate the rustic dining table from above – these are from the Melt collection from Tom Dixon.
The seating is from the About A Chair series by Hee Welling.
Suspended cantilever stairs lead upstairs while the kitchen is accessible through the hallway just beyond.
This functional area is compact yet practical. It centers around a bright white kitchen island , its built-in range top brightly lit by a series of unique kitchen pendant lights .
From behind the glass bannister, much of the lower floor is easily visible. The entire layout seems designed to maximize natural light and communion with the outdoors.
Textural concrete walls continue throughout the home. While the windows soften the fortress-like effect from some angles, other elements embrace it. Here, wall-mounted torches add a touch of mystery.
Now for a look at the private areas of the home. The master bedroom enjoys the most prized view, overlooking the timbered backyard and its winding stone driveway.
Curtains pull back to reveal a television. Hanging pendant lights at either side of the bed cast a warm glow for ambiance.
A glamorous shower opens directly into the bedroom, taking in the natural light and the tremendous views.
A small passageway leads through the shower and into a smaller water closet area. Bathroom pendant lights illuminate the vanity from above.
A handsome guest bedroom takes on a more rustic aesthetic with its salvaged wood bedframe and large wood storage bench . Another bedroom pendant light continues the warm theme.
An ensuite bathroom makes this guest bedroom especially convenient. Behind the wall with the vanity is a small private water closet.
The main bathroom is located back upstairs. The decorative themes remain similar between all three - here you’ll find another stone-clad shower, more round mirrors, and another round vessel sink.
The unique faucet adds a chic touch of metallic elegance to the theme.
Compared to the transparent back of the home, the street-facing main entrance looks almost imposing. It feels guarded and fortress-like, clad in windowless concrete punctuated only by an intimidating black door.
The two offset volumes make the architecture look especially dynamic, changing its profile depending on the angle of viewing.
At night, lights illuminate the façade.
A play of light and shadow enhances the drama of the unique geometry.
Continuing around the driveway to the rear of the home, you can begin to see the entrance to the garages.
Access is stylish and convenient.
Around the side, grassy steps lead to a spacious patio with a sidewalk leading the way to the front of the home.
A variety of visualizations and floorplans give a better idea of the home’s structure.
Right angles are avoided where possible.
Here is a view of the basement floor with its garage and guest bedroom.
On the ground floor you have a media room off to the side with the living, dining, and kitchen in the main volume.
Upstairs, the master bedroom occupies one wing and a home library fills the other.
This view shows the tall floor-to-ceiling window that divides the home in half.
Another view of the home shows the split-level variation.
Battery operated LED lights add a touch of warmth and sophistication to these beautiful modern vases .
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
