Not only are brown and blue complementary on the colour wheel (brown being a dark shade of orange that is opposite from blue on the wheel) but the colour combo is found abundantly in nature. Consider the shoreline and the sea, and where the mountains meet the sky. This is a soul soothing colour combination that carries a big stamp of approval by Mother Nature herself. Here, we’ll explore two brown and blue home interiors that show us how to aesthetically balance the contrasting hues, with plenty of visual resting space in between. We’ll take a look at small and sophisticated living spaces, stylish bedrooms, and unique bathroom designs.
Visualizer:Katarina Rulinskaya
This 115 square metre apartment is located in Budapest. The flat was renovated into a new configuration of 3 bedrooms and a smaller kitchen, rather than 2 bedrooms and a larger kitchen, to maximise rental income. The blended living room dining room combo achieves visual harmony with a common colour pallet of warm tan and breezy blue accents.
A modern tufted sofa draws an L-shape around the perimeter of the lounge area, creating a close and cosy layout with the TV wall. A modern coffee table keeps the core of the lounge layout light and crisp with a white tiled finish. A teak and rattan Kangaroo Chair, designed by Pierre Jeanneret, rounds out the opposite side of the arrangement.
A round pedestal dining table is encircled by modern wooden dining chairs and a smooth stone grey upholstered ottoman .
The sculptural table centrepiece is the trendy Interconnect candle holder , designed by Colin King Studio for Menu. A solid blue dining room pendant light descends coupon the table to make a colourful impact.
The large hallway of the home is divided from the kitchen by a statement glass door, framed with elegant blue arches. A sputnik chandelier is centralised in the doorway arch, where it illuminates a compact kitchen island. Warm brown pattern waves through the floor tiles.
Since there’s not a lot of daylight, a small side room has been adjoined to the kitchen to share natural light from its window too. This small room used to be a WC, but now serves marvellously as a butler pantry with a mini “art gallery”. Wall art, decorative ceramics, textures, colours, and the oversized light installation add fabulous character that brings the space to life.
Blue accessories lift and energise the rich brown wooden kitchen. As we look past the shapely wooden kitchen island , the eye falls upon a bronze-tinted mirror wall that gives added depth to the compact kitchen space.
A blue bedroom chandelier dominates the master suite. It’s blue “leaves” are complemented by the giant fronds of an indoor plant.
Grey modern wall sconces meld quietly into a light grey painted headboard wall, allowing the bolder blue and green decor accents to take the limelight.
Sapphire blue side tables coordinate with the striking bedroom pendant light, whilst a green bed throw matches the indoor plant life.
In the ensuite, a unique bathroom sink continues the blue colour theme, which contrasts richly with a brown microcement bathroom floor.
The second double bedroom features a modern 4 poster bed design, enhanced by a blue whimsical wallpapered archway. See more ideas for 4 poster beds .
A unique bedside table duo flank the bed with contrasting brown and blue finishes. Slender black wall lights complement the black metal 4 poster bed frame.
A large round mirror leads the eye toward a home office area by the bedroom window. The cosy workspace is furnished with a vintage wooden chair , softly lit with an atmospheric desk lamp, and blessed with a view over old Budapest.
This ensuite bedroom is given a blue floor treatment, which floods into a walk-in shower design.
In the third bedroom, another dynamic wallpaper design accentuates a 4 poster bed placement. A copper coloured bedroom rug peeps out from beneath the end of bed bench to complement an ensuite copper bathtub.
Behind the showstopping bathtub , a luxurious marble vanity slices across a small alcove.
An enormous archway divides the bedroom from its ensuite, with a portier providing privacy when desired.
In the powder room, a rattan and marble topped vanity unit hits upon the top material trends of the year.
Visualizer:Maxim Shpinkov
Our second study revolves around a calming decor palette of sky blue and light walnut veneer. A large sectional sofa presses pause from the colour combo, to stretch a light grey L-shape through the centre of the open plan living space.
A large area rug softly shades the floor.
A grey and walnut veneer ottoman coffee table forms the core of the lounge layout.
The walnut media unit overlaps a black plinth at one side of the room, where a pair of electric guitars display the homeowner’s love of music .
Smart panel moulding draws around the TV, picked out in soothing blue paintwork.
Matching blue panel moulded walls encase the remainder of the room, halting only for a bank of clean white storage units.
Plush grey drapes frame the large living room windows.
A stunning, carved sofa table fits between two unusual linear floor lamps.
As we move toward the kitchen, we come to a dining peninsula. Two statement dining room pendant lights drop translucent bronze accents over the dining table and upholstered dining chairs , complementing walnut panelling on the peninsula wall.
Out in the hallway, a large mirror dramatically increases the sense of space.
An entryway bench is tucked within a wall of hallway storage units.
At the heart of the living room storage wall, an aquarium is filled with colourful fish.
A luxe brown and blue bedroom decor scheme is elevated by large mirrors over each bedside unit. A silver grey bedroom rug ties in with a grey and blue bed set.
An LED ribbon highlights a rich walnut headboard feature wall.
Relief stucco makes restful bedroom wall art .
The bedroom TV tucks into a walnut lined alcove.
A small grey pouf functions as a bedroom chair.
White wardrobes merge restfully into the surrounding white walls.
In the kid’s room, green decor accents take over from blue in honour of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles… Although, Leonardo does sport a blue bandana!
The deeply cushioned kids’ bed looks irresistibly comfortable, but first, homework must be completed at a kids’ workspace.
Superhero decor is lit up on a built-in shelf unit.
Store your food in style this Spring with this delightful set of three glass jars with airtight seal ball cork lid .
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
