This office-like home interior, by The November Design is a vision of pure white: White painted walls and ceilings, crisp white veneer and powder coated metal, white kitchen and lights. Each icy detail just showing subtle variation in tone. Elements of furniture and flooring provide accents of lightly warming woodgrain. Soft furnishings and the bathroom tiling bring hints of beige into the mix too. Because the palette throughout the apartment is kept so simple, all visual interest must come in the form of great design and layout. Dominating the layout is a large work desk, placed right in the centre, where a bold black desk chair waits.
The sitting room of this apartment looks very similar to a client waiting area in an office or design studio. The neat wooden arm settee does not provide a lot of lounging space or cosy comfort, which might tell us a lot about the hardworking nature of this homeowner. The surrounding storage furniture is also of a chic modern office style, typically found to be holding reference books, files and stationery supplies.
A white wall sconce acts as a reading light over the seating area. A designer table lamp at the other end illuminates the cabinets.
Although the colour-free decor might initially cause the home to appear minimal, the apartment actually contains a fair amount of furniture and storage. If each piece were to have been selected in a colour then this would be a busier scene.
Directly adjacent to the charming loveseat we find the huge desk. The desk has been given much more floor space and status than the lounge area, suggesting work is of much more importance here than play or relaxation.
Beneath the swing arm wall lamp , a handy end table makes an ideal spot to keep a current book.
A glazed dividing wall lets extra natural light filter into the space.
A white powder coated strip light is suspended low from the ceiling over the dominating desk.
are essential to a highly productive work space, and this bold black version of the Herman Miller Mirra 2 looks like it has been given pride of place in its stark surroundings.
The desk is of a Scandinavian style and has rounded edges so that there are no sharp corners to cause painful bumps from its central location.
Behind the desk, a modular storage unit is another place to conceal paper clutter.
Matching the dimensions of the singular work desk, a dining table over in the kitchen area comfortably seats four.
A sizeable piece of artwork is propped casually on the floor, also painted in pale tones to match the decor.
Black window frames are the only other dark element in the scheme to match the black desk chair.
The dining table centrepiece is a clear decorative vase, filled with a handful of simple greenery.
The positioning of white and wood finishes on the desk top and legs has been flipped around on the dining table. Four different chair designs have been grouped together with the dining table to create a relaxed eclectic look.
A rustic style chunky dining pendant light anchors the family friendly eating area in its spot.
A white double-door fridge freezer matches the smooth white kitchen cabinets and colour coordinated countertop. White gloss metro tiles make up the backsplash. The kitchen accents are a combination of shiny chrome and stainless steel, mismatched dishes and clear wine glasses .
The flooring in the hallway is tiled rather than wooden for a more hard wearing, washable finish. Hallway storage has been wall-mounted to allow for easy floor cleaning too, and provides a convenient place to kick shoes under.
Wall-hung cupboards make the floor area appear most spacious. Concealed LED lighting makes a welcoming feature of a recessed shelf, and a couple of chunky door knobs add a little interest to plain white units.
A sliding interior door saves space.
A few knick-knacks adorn the shelves of the white modular unit behind the desk to make it look more homey. The more useful, necessary stuff that may not be as pretty on the eye is tucked out of sight in a selection of easily accessible cupboards and drawers.
In the bedroom, a couple of modern wall sconces are mounted to a panel over the headboard, where some concealed shallow storage cabinets can be found over at the window end.
A cutaway shelf runs the width of the headboard wall, lined with beech wood. Nighttime reading books are stored here, and a there are charge points for mobile phones and tablets.
A selection of small indoor plants bring a little fresh colour into the room, and soften the look of the contemporary built-in dressing table.
The bedcovers are subtly patterned in a white and beige floral print. Sliding beech wood doors indicate a built-in wardrobe, whilst another gives access to a bathroom.
Inside the bathroom beige becomes the leading colour, which is a surprising change after the expanse of white seen over all other areas of the home. A beech wood vanity unit matches beige stone tiles behind the wash basin and around the bath and shower. The flooring, in contrast, is tile of a dark grey hue. Fixtures and fitting are understated and chrome, though the lights remain white like in the outer living areas.
Three bedrooms and 99 square meters provide the canvas for this chilled out interior design, visualised by Lera Brumina . Located in Minsk, Belarus, this open plan home might be at the cutting edge of home decor with its geometric furniture and accessories but the atmosphere is of a relaxed vibe. There is no garish use of colour to achieve modernity here; smooth walnut and shades of grey work alongside pure white but the scheme is not devoid of colour either. Muted tones of dusky purple, sky blue and bottle green are used over large areas, with the occasional controlled accent splash of red for added interest.
Beginning in the open plan living room that leads through to a kitchen dining area, we’re met with what appears to be a largely colour free scheme. The sofa, armchair and large geometric rug move through a spectrum of grey. The walls are white and the most colourful shade in the room is provided by the smooth walnut wood tone of a wall mounted entertainment unit that matches the arms and legs of the comfortable chair .
Through a set of interior glass doors we’re able to see a slight hint of some colour. The internal glass wall feature allows natural daylight to shine through from the living room windows into the back rooms.
Behind the sitting area we see that the kitchen diner cohesively matches the palette of the lounge.
The living room is visible from almost every other room in the home. From this direction, we can make out a home office and a master bedroom suite through the glass door panels.
The home office is made up of a run of tall russet brown cabinets. Nearby, an arrangement of storage units are coated with a hint of teal to create subtle yet effective contrast.
The interior glazed doors and the external windows are framed out in black for a strong contemporary look.
The dining room suite is comprised of super modern black dining chairs and table, which is topped in blue.
The unusual blue dining table top is under the spotlight of a large white curvaceous dining pendant .
The kitchen has one full height refrigerator cabinet followed by a stretch of handle-free base and wall units. The countertop task area appears as though it has been cut away out of one entire volume. A gold rail stretches from one end of the backsplash to the other, the full width of the room. Hanging on the rail are a collection of gold pots, pans and kitchen accessories. The shining gold elements sing against a matte black backsplash.
Leading away from the walnut coloured kitchen, a set of walnut storage cabinets line the length of the entry hallway. On the opposite side to the hall cupboards, walnut panelling clads the wall to mirror the tone.
A large piece of framed wall art works to break up the expanse of wood.
Along the far wall of the hallway we find yet more tall cupboards, topped with smaller cabinets. All of this storage enables the apartment to maintain a relaxed tidy environment. There is no excess mess to look at and worry about when it is all concealed behind closed doors. Between two of the double-door units we find a built-in bench with ruddy coloured cushion, where one might sit down for a moment just to pop on shoes. A backlit mirror fills the void above the shoe-bench, for checking appearances in before flying out the door.
In the master bedroom, just off the living room, the headboard wall is lined with a padded purple installation. The soft colour and sound absorbing nature of the plum panels creates a quiet environment to induce restful sleep.
A vanity shelf is mounted directly onto an entirely mirrored wall. Sitting at the gold topped vanity unit is a powder blue dressing table stool, with a matching trim at its base.
The simplistic design of the black wardrobes at the opposite end of the master bedroom makes them fade into the background, as if they were just a painted wall rather than added furniture.
The child’s bedroom is an entirely lighter and brighter affair, decked out in sky blue. Half height blue walls meet with matching blue cupboards. A kid’s chair sits at a desk area that is handy for homework and crafts.
The desk runs beneath a mezzanine bed where the wardrobes are also tucked away - finished in sky blue too of course. The barrage of blue is broken by a red railing and ladder, which add a warm element of fun to the cool colour scheme.
The blue units wrap around three whole walls of the kid’s room.
The family bathroom is tiled top to bottom in deepest bottle green. Again, red has been used as an accent to cut through an expanse of singular colour.
A contemporary mirror glows brightly in the dark scheme.
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
