The Prime Life project is an 81.6 square metre apartment design for a young woman and her son, located in Saint-Petersburg, Russian Federation. The brief from the client stipulated that her son’s single bedroom and bathroom should be separate from the rest of the apartment with its own personality, there must be plentiful storage opportunities to tidily house all of their belongings with ease, and that the kitchen should accommodate an extra sleeping spot for an occasional guest. Cartelle Design embarked upon a Scandinavian minimalist style in calm and gentle shades; this has resulted in a muted colour scheme that exudes elegant sophistication.
Soft continuation of a light and even colour palette throughout the apartment makes each space flow gently into the next, without any jarring visuals. That said, each room has its very own sense of style.
The kitchen diner holds a beautiful dual tone kitchen, where white cabinets populate the upper half of the vertical space above frosty green base units. The cupboard fronts are of a timeless shaker design, finished with white enamel handles. In the dining area, a sofa creates seating at one side of a Scandinavian style dining table, and doubles as a bed for guests. On the other side of the light wood table, two Scandinavian dining chairs complete the suite in contrasting grey and white finishes.
The cool colours of the painted kitchen has been accessorised with warm copper kitchen equipment, keeping the look current and bang on trend. A single L-shaped installation of open kitchen shelving runs above the countertop, displaying quirky artwork, plants and favoured cooking oils. A bright glow emits from the underside of the shelving, casting extra light over the worktop below. Exposed storage cubbies provide other opportunities for having often used ingredients quickly to hand.
The artwork here is modern and monochrome so as not to interfere with the smooth colour story.
Light wooden flooring in the dining room gives way to patterned tile in the kitchen, for a durable easy clean surface.
Two simple dining pendant lights hang over the dining area, and a subtle strip of LED lighting around the perimeter adds extra illumination all the way to the edges of the room.
The opposite wall to the kitchen is decorated with green wainscotting to complement the design of the cabinets. Beside the door a flat screen TV occupies a small area, underlined by a small wooden shelf. This gives the dining room sofa a third use - as a lounge - as there is no other living room in this home.
The master suite is a beautiful serene space that is decorated in powder greys. Artwork and a bedside bedroom pendant light bring in crisp white accents. The IC S2 Pendant is suspended over a neat wooden table that matches light wood paneling above an upholstered headboard . The area rug is a strong monochrome design that adds a little weight to the scheme. Notice how the rug sits centrally in the room, inline with the overhead light, despite the beds offset position due to an extensive array of closets. The asymmetrical layout achieves perfect balance.
The central light fixture has a decorative spray of white glass and rose gold. A bed throw and cushions are a pretty blush shade which works beautifully with gold tones.
The white lounge chair is a button back winged design with curves that invite you to sit.
A small tray table holding current books, plus a couple of exposed bulb pendants, makes this a sweet reading chair A console beneath the television holds more reading material as well as a few decorative vases and knick-knacks.
Recessed shelves in the side of the closet forms a second bedside unit, with the upper half protected from dust by a clear glass door.
The grey, black, white and blush colour story continues in the master bathroom.
The monochrome art here is also of a similar style to that found in the kitchen diner, as is the pattern of the floor tile.
Bathroom facilities are raised up on a wooden step that matches a floating wood vanity unit.
The bathroom is accessed via clear glass doors off the hallway. Privacy is achieved by drawing the curtain.
The boy’s bedroom design has a clever layout whereby a study area has been made separate from the sleeping area with the implementation of a cushioned divide around one side of the bed. The segregation between the two room uses promotes both focus and relaxation.
Superhero artwork on an exposed brick feature wall gives the scheme an youthful city vibe.
Exposed wiring adds in a touch of industrial styling too. These wood and concrete pendants are available here .
The colour scheme launches into teal in this room, giving it a different mood from the rest of the home.
The bathroom that is allocated for the use of the young man of the house also carries a deep teal hue.
Light wooden elements marry up with those also used over the hall in the master bathroom.
Large mirrored cabinets hide away bathroom clutter.
Tiling around the wet zone carries a multitude of contemporary pattern.
The home entryway is flanked on either side by huge storage cupboards. A recessed display unit is lit from within, behind a clear glass door.
A glazed archway with a green frame marks the end of the foyer and the beginning of the homes inner quarters.
The flooring in the entryway has a stunning monochrome geometric overlay in a honeycomb design, which breaks to reveal a wooden floor.
We use keyboards daily, but don’t often think about their design. With us for 40-and-over hours a week, their little details can make all the difference. We’ve compiled a list of twenty cool computer keyboards for everyone from the hard-out gamer to the reluctant typist. We’ve found keyboards that are ergonomic; keyboards that are pure laser light; keyboards that look like typewriters; keyboards that don’t need batteries or wires. Whether you’re looking for a fun typing station with LED lights, colour gradients and a half split or something simple, minimalist and non-fussy, take a cheeky gander through our top-notch and varied selection before you next hit the office.
Black Mechanical Keyboard With Gradient LED Backlights
Gamers can’t go past this find, the world’s first mechanical keyboard to feature Cherry, Gateron and Kailh hot swap switches. Its sand-blasted aluminium façade and multi-colour LED backlighting can make any gamer go weak at the knees.
Mechanical Typewriter-Inspired Keyboard With iPad Stand
The original typewriter-inspired keyboard, this gem is made out of scratch-resistant aluminium with antique-style keycaps. An integrated tablet stand and wireless features take it into the 21st Century.
Minimalist-Style Living Room Illuminated Keyboard With Trackpad
Want less than a computer, but more than a remote control? This minimalist keyboard can wirelessly tune into your TV with handy buttons like mute, volume and scroll. Its sensor detects the amount of light in the room, automatically dimming or brightening its backlights.
Solar Keyboard For Mac
Save the planet during your workday. This eco-friendly keyboard gives you at least three months of power - with no wired recharges - in the familiar Mac layout. A concave key cap design feels good to the touch.
Solar Keyboard For PC
Have a PC? Never fear – a solar-powered keyboard for you is also available. Only 1/3 of an inch thick, its ultra-thin design uses concave caps and a wireless receiver.
iClever Backlit Foldable Keyboard
Want another keyboard, but don’t have the room? This full-size keyboard folds three ways. Featuring wireless and wired modes, iOS, Windows and Android compatibility and a colour-changing backlight, it’s the perfect ergonomic design for student or business travellers.
Roll-up Waterproof Silicone Keyboard
Rather roll it up? This silicone design is silent, waterproof and lightweight, using materials non-toxic and odourless. No lunchtime crumbs can stick to this one!
Microsoft Keyboard With Fingerprint Sensor
Ensure no one else can hack into your desktop. Showing off Microsoft’s recent best-in-class design improvements, this sleek-looking keyboard has a hidden fingerprint sensor using Windows Hello biometric authentication. Bluetooth and wireless, it’s compatible with Windows 10 PCs and phones.
Wood and Metal Keyboard
A wood finish achieves a similar look. A leather top plate and backlit keys polish off this mechanical keyboard, which holds enough battery in one charge to last a full year.
Futuristic-Style Laser Projection Keyboard
Don’t like the keyboard look? Project yours instead, with a laser light alternative. Bluetooth-compatible and available for Mac and PC, you can adjust its brightness, sensitivity and sound on flat, opaque surfaces. This design is a great way to keep that modern home office desk clean and uncluttered.
Star Wars-Themed R2D2 Virtual Keyboard
Fans of Star Wars home decor can’t go past this R2D2 projector. His robotic form projects out your office’s virtual keyboard, laser-style.
Mini QWERTY Keyboard with Touchpad
Your browsing is going to be very easy with this compact and portable QWERTY keyboard. It frees your system from fussy wires. A touchpad on one side of this keyboard gives you better cursor control, allowing you to navigate without touching the screen. LED indicators also keep you updated about the battery charging status.
Purple Retro Round Typewriter Keyboard
Get the feel of old-time typewriting with this purple retro round keyboard. Its 104 keys ensure better control of the system, and 12 multimedia shortcuts provide quick access to music, volume, mail, and much more. The keyboard is also ergonomically designed with an anti-slip foldable stand that keeps it stable while writing.
Multi-functional Keyboard with Built-in Cradle
Here comes a wireless Bluetooth keyboard with multi-functional properties. It is equally compatible with major operating systems and devices. The keyboard’s battery life is also worth considering. Just charge it once and get a backup of 6 months with 2 hours of non-stop use per day. You can even place your mobile device or tablet in the built-in cradle for a better experience.
Oversized Print Yellow and Black Keyboard
This yellow and black keyboard is the best gift you can give to your elderly family member. Its oversized print with a contrasting color combination also helps in visually impaired schools and special departments. The keyboard is also durable and water-resistant to withstand accidental spills. Its practical design minimizes hand fatigue after prolonged use.
Pebble White Mechanical Keyboard
Give your contemporary desk setup a new pebble white keyboard. It helps in multi-tasking with its 3 Bluetooth channels, one 2.4 GHz USB, and one Type-C wire. Additionally, you get a coiled cable, 4 spare switches, 8 spare keycaps, and a dust cover with this keyboard. The advanced silicone dampener also ensures quiet and comfortable typing.
Walnut Wooden Case Keyboard
Now is the high time to incorporate nature into your technology, and this walnut keyboard can do wonders. Its 60% structure uses classic cherry profile side-printed PBT keycaps for durability and a minimal outlook. This professional gaming keyboard also has 18 pre-set lighting effects to make your gaming even more fun.
Pink Gaming Keyboard with Mouse Combo
You cannot find a better and budget-friendly deal for your gaming PC. This keyboard has a fantastic RGB backlight that consists of 8 light colors, 5 light modes, and multiple brightness levels and speeds to adjust according to your needs. In fact, its letters are clearly visible in the dark. The high-speed mouse also makes gaming super fast.
Wireless Folding Keyboard
This travel-friendly folding keyboard can solve many of your problems. First, it takes up no extra space as its bi-fold design allows you to fold it up and carry it in your bag. Plus, you can use this portable keyboard on three devices at the same time, and it can maintain a stable connection from up to 10 meters.
Cute Cat Silicone Keyboard
Your workspace badly needs this cute cat silicone keyboard. You can even replace this head in future for your gaming PC. This ergonomically designed keyboard also has multiple layers of sound absorbing fillings, switches and stabilizers that help reduce typing noise and give fatigue-free typing experience to the people of all ages.
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
