Modern architecture is often characterised by its bold linear form, and that is what awaits us at this contemporary abode, created by architects at SPASM Design in India. The solid structure stands firm like a fortress at the centre of a green landscape , guarding beautiful secrets that lie within. Dhrangadhra stone clads the modern exterior like a suit of pale armour. The internal volumes of the private home in Ahmedabad are arranged in a cross shape, to promote ventilation as well as to facilitate more interconnection in the midst of daily living. The wide arms of the cross extend through lush gardens, achieving maximum interaction with the rejuvenating outdoors.
Dhrangadhra stone is used in many architectural antiquities in Ahmedabad, but this time is has been given an updated look. It’s availability from nearby quarries and its endurance made it a prominent choice, as well as its insulating quality. The bone coloured sandstone has been used as cladding over this entire modern home exterior , to appear monolithic.
The stones rough mottled texture is exposed along the edges of fascia beams, which vertically stripe the external walls.
A huge slatted shelter protrudes from the side of the building, providing shade over a stepped entryway.
Planters extrude in a sweeping L-shape along the exterior of the build, taking the greenery of the gardens up a level. Long slabs settle in the green lawn below, extending the depth of a sun patio outward. The huge patio is linked to the interior of the home via a wall of retractable doors and flush level floors.
Solid stone exterior stairs climb the side of the house to connect the ground floor gardens with the roof garden. The steps are lit up at nightfall, and other exterior lighting illuminates plant beds and a reflection pool to dramatic effect.
To counteract the searing harsh light of Ahmedabad, the interior of the home has been decorated with darker wall and floor surfaces that will reduce sharp reflected glare.
Giant blocks of stone were vertically arranged to form a border around the peaceful gardens. The periphery builds a sense of scale and containment.
A pathway follows the frame of the house, lined by established trees and outdoor plants. The smooth walkway promotes use of the vast external space.
Balconies overlook the landscape and allow upper volumes to be opened fully to the breeze.
A mid century style living room is coloured with blue accents. A three-armed gold pendant light spreads its enormous reach over the whole lounge space.
Another lounge area continues the blue colour scheme at one side. On the opposite side, there is a courtyard twinkling with lantern light. The lanterns swing from the branches of a mature tree that grows straight through the canopy.
By night, the living room is a lightbox sandwiched between two outdoor spaces.
A swing seat resides between the courtyard and the garden. Blue seat cushions and planters match the colour story of the adjacent lounge rooms. Doors close off this area at night, or times of rainfall - they are pulled closed along the tracks visible in the patio.
Irregular breaks in the courtyards canopy gives the effect that the tree has broken through it all on its own.
Shadow is created by the slatted canopy over the courtyard, filtering the sunlight to prevent glare. As well as having a cooling effect, the shade creates changing pattern throughout the day.
The grand dining room seats ten diners. Three globe pendant lights illuminate the impressive table.
The white kitchen has a wooden island and ceiling suspended shelving unit. The cabinets follow a minimalist aesthetic with restrained ornamentation.
The main stair volume is at the centre of the cross shaped house formation. A vivid blue wall and bright artwork set an energised tone. Some of the pieces on display in this home were chosen from the client’s collection, with others commissioned by local artists.
The open staircase design , hallways and interior volumes are configured to promote movement through and around the house, and to heighten the desire to saunter between inside and out.
Bespoke semi dividing walls allow the line of sight to pass straight through, to further connect the interior modules.
The open sided divider is utilised as storage and display space.
A luxury bedroom is dominated by a slatted headboard wall and gold accents. Wardrobes and ensuite bathrooms are concealed behind rich woodwork boxes in many of the rooms.
Gold trims adorn a unique side table and a high-end bedroom pendant light.
Another huge bedroom suite contains a gold 4 poster bed. If you like this look you can check out these other 4 poster beds . Across the glossy bedroom floor there is a comfortable reading chair , seated at the join of dual aspect doors.
A luxury bathroom has its walls and vanity clad in the same rough stone.
The vanity in a second bathroom holds a unique sink with a sweeping profile.
Bathroom number three is a vision in white marble.
Dhrangadhra stone floors the entryway to the home.
A tiny keyhole is just visible in the middle of an unusual entry door, which provides a clue to the cross shaped layout that lies within. The unique piece also sets the tone for other bespoke items that are at home here, many of which were custom designed by the architects for this specific project.
A life-size sculpture of a pensive monk, in Beslana stone, was commissioned to evoke the appropriate emotion for this body of water. The piece appears to stand weightlessly on the waters still surface.
Another body of water looks to hold a sculpture inspired by an origami boat. The homeowners enjoy a life infused with art that contributes to the serenity of the living space, inside and out.
The home was designed to summon moments of tranquility, inner happiness, and an awareness of just being.
The spaced stone border allows the breeze to blow through.
Shadow patterns paint the driveway.
One of the main focal points inside the yellow accent living room is a glossy black tv wall. The whole room is mirrored in its high shine, and the black tv screen is disguised amongst the dark fronted media units. A bookcase to the left of the tv wall has a glossy back to continue the look across the remainder of the room’s length.
A set of modern coffee tables take up the centre spot in the lounge - one white and one yellow to match a bright accent chair.
The yellow modern accent chair is the Piccola Papilio by Naoto Fukasawa. You can get a cheaper alternative on Wayfair . This also happens to be a swivel chair , and it has a matching yellow footstool that follows the same sweeping shape.
The living room furniture is set on a chunky knit style area rug in a soft shade of grey. The sofa upholstery is just a tad darker, matching the rugs contrasting border.
A small side table sits at the edge of a large L-shaped sofa. The sectional sofa works as a room divider to separate off a formal dining area from the comfortable lounge.
The lounge wall opposite the tv is clad with wooden panels. Smoked glass double doors lead through to the kitchen.
A smoked glass dining table reflects the twinkling lights of a modern chandelier above, which is the Vibia Match suspension . Light beige modern dining chairs contrast with the dark glass table top, but match perfectly with the light wood floor treatment. A contemporary letterbox fireplace burns at the far end of the table - serving both the dining room and lounge with cosy ambiance.
An additional dining area lies in line with the first, accessed via the smoked glass interior doors. A modern kitchen is tucked around the corner out of direct sight; a peninsula further obscures the view of the prep area.
A chrome extractor chimney gleams over the cooking peninsula in the grey and white kitchen .
An open shelving unit tops the kitchen peninsula; it is equipped with dish drainers and wine glass holders by sink number one.
A second sink serves the back of the room, where a u-shaped kitchen arrangement of glossy grey cabinets with chrome trims and stainless steel built-in appliances cause shining reflections.
The home entryway leads into a wide hallway - which is made to look even wider by the huge mirrors that are installed along one wall. One half of the mirrored hallway is tinted glass, which creates the optical illusion of a dividing wall at the centre of the space by the seating. Marble floor tiles continue the light reflective theme.
Two eye-catching bedroom pendant lights illuminate the bedsides in one of the three double bedrooms of the home. A couple of modern wall sconces bring light closer to the optimum reading position over the pillows.
A glass fronted closet proudly puts designer garments on display under LED lighting. In front of the glass encased closet system, a modern armchair sits at a geometric laptop table.
Recessed lighting washes illumination down the headboard wall and around the perimeter. A television drops down in front of the windows from its concealed position in the ceiling, to be viewed from the comfort of the bed.
More beautiful pendant lights hang in modern bedroom number two, which is another double.
The attractive textured look of wooden wall panels continue into this room too.
Another winged bedroom chair is seated in here, this time beside a quirky floor lamp to make a cosy reading spot. For more cool designs like this, check out these floor lamps .
A media unit runs the length of the bedroom, beneath a long shelf. LED lighting illuminates the niche that is created between the two.
An illuminated vanity mirror opens up an alcove to the side of the headboard wall. A vanity chair is pulled up at a shallow shelf that serves as a dressing table.
The dressing table alcove is also the entryway to a walk-in closet - a full length mirror at the end of the closet reflects the vanity chair in the doorway. Ellipses of light shine inside open shelving and garment rails.
The family bathroom is a vision of stunning tile and marble.
The generously sized space contains a built-in bathtub, floor to ceiling storage chamber, shower enclosure, toilet & bidet, and a double sink bathroom vanity .
Ensuite facilities in the first double bedroom we toured are on a smaller scale but of the same luxurious standard.
A marbled wet wall bounces back the light.
A wide mirror visually doubles the space.
The last of the three double bedrooms in the apartment is a child’s room with a neat superhero theme .
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
