Pops of vibrant colour are a popular companion for plain white decor schemes, but how about switching to the other end of the spectrum? Replacing a crisp white background with a jet black canvas creates a whole new vibe around bright accent pieces. The aesthetic morphs from light-hearted and lively to slick and bold. These two inspirationally dark and colourful decor examples demonstrate sleek style that leaves a lasting impression. With the help of sharp, linear furniture silhouettes, these layouts look pulled together and brave. Modern wall art pierces midnight paintwork, vivid hero pieces burst from the shadows, saturated statement walls bring new depth, and startling ceiling treatments turn up the intensity.
Designer:Ksenia Karavaeva| Photographer:Polina Poludkina
Our first inspirational dark decor scheme fills a modern flat in Moscow, Russia. A yellow ochre wingback chair bursts from a matte black backdrop, with a spray of natural greenery for company.
A silver grey modern sofa lifts the rest of the lounge space, making a pale companion for a wall of light window frames.
A black floor lamp falls into the shadows behind the colourful accent chair, whilst a soft grey side table nestles in with the indoor plant .
The gentle blue tonal paint strokes of wall art become intense against a black gallery wall.
The large light grey sofa and light beech wood laminate flooring keep the base of the colour scheme looking light and airy, so that the pitch back walls do not become oppressive.
Black decor is dismissed from the home entryway, replaced instead by a delicious burnt orange shade that creates a warm welcome.
The saturation builds up intensity of colour before dropping into the darker decor of the living room, to cause a moment of surprise and contrast.
An L-shaped kitchen cuts off the back of the open floor plan, keeping the culinary area and dining spot very separate from the neighbouring lounge.
Mini dining room pendant lights subtly illuminate the wood tone table in the centre of the black room.
Four black dining chairs edge the rectangle dining table , playing second fiddle to its rich natural finish.
A glass vase and modern fruit bowl carry a splash of colour into the dining area, though it’s a piece of modern wall art that really shakes up the dark palette.
The dining table’s wood tone forms a cosy tonal link with the adjacent kitchen cabinets.
Wooden units wrap around the dark kitchen decor like a warm hug.
Black countertops, and black facing on the kitchen peninsula, hides much of the natural grain from the apartment’s lounge area. Instead, the wood tone is revealed gradually upon approach.
A live edge headboard ups the natural vibes in the master bedroom. Small modern wall sconces overlook the rustic feature.
Sleek black bedside tables float against the rugged timber.
The wooden flip top vanity table is accessorised with a JWDA table lamp by Menu. An elegant dusky pink vanity chair adds a sweet pick-me-up to the grey room.
A glass closet gives the bedroom a feeling of added space.
Inside the ensuite bathroom, a small bathtub achieves a crisp, custom fit.
Burnt orange decor bleeds into the bathroom that’s situated just off the home entryway.
Black accents surround a unique pedestal sink .
Visualizer:Alfgram Koie
Our second featured interior is a loft style apartment with a startling ceiling and challenging design. Below the scarlet roof, a grey round coffee table , grey sofa, grey carpet and drapes appear completely desaturated, as though all of the colour has been sucked up by the ceiling.
This void of colour allows the eyes to rest under the overhead riot.
An indoor herb planter brightly interrupts the slick black island, creating pause between the relaxed dining table and a busy prep zone.
Twin chimney extractors look all business above a 5 burner cooktop. See more inspiration for black kitchens here.
A long linear suspension light seamlessly illuminates the full length of the kitchen island and dining table without detracting from the extraordinary red ceiling treatment.
The red bedroom ceiling is another astonishing piece of upturned art, which dominates a dark grey and black scheme.
Light artwork breaks up the dark bedroom walls.
The Neuro pendant lamp by Davide Groppi maps zigzags by each bedside…
…. Before descending upon large white cabinets that skim just under the window sills.
Texture plays an important part in dark decor, to create highlights and tonal interest.
Red stem pendant lights drip from the statement ceiling inside the bathroom.
A red door handle puts the devil in the details.
Sharp black silhouettes form a double vanity feature and an unusual bathtub design.
Black metalwork builds an L-shaped light permeable backdrop around the bathtub , with an open view of the dressing room. A unique black side table stands by for bath toiletries or a glass of wine at the end of the day.
A modern toilet blends with black textured wall panels, which swirl in the gloom.
On the other side of the bathroom’s metalwork wall, pale cabinets strike a moment of light relief across a wall of black and red decor.
Another trio of red stem pendant lights focus on the vanity units, which are the same spacious design as the bedside cabinets. A full length mirror doubles up the vanity light, whilst LED ribbons illuminate the underside of the units to exaggerate their floating aesthetic.
The ugly truth: all of us have an unsightly electrical device to hide at home. The solution: this elegant router storage box . There are slots provided to even make the antennas a design object!
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
