If you’re looking to create truly individual and characterful living spaces, then ethnic eclectic interiors with vintage vibes evoke a wonderfully unique and welcoming essence. Inside of these two intriguing interiors, we’ll discover a whole host of curiosities and artisan pieces that meld with modern furniture designs and decor elements. Our first featured interior is an ethnic eclectic style home with colourful vintage finds. Indian artwork meets contemporary lounge and dining furniture in a rich red, green and mustard colour scheme, alongside trendy slatted wood elements. Our second interior is actually a concept store and cafe located in Kyiv, Ukraine, which serves as abundant inspiration for captivating eclectic styling.
Visualizer:Aliev Architects
Measuring 83 square metres in Kyiv, Ukraine this ethnic eclectic style home is characterised by stunning vintage Indian artwork. The vintage art puts soul into a contemporary living room dining room combo with dark green, mustard and ruby red accents.
An emerald green wingback chair evokes a regal feel inside the lounge area. A matching green accent cushion creates a colour connection between the chair and a tan modern sofa. A vintage style table fits neatly into the space between.
Over in the dining area, a small pedestal dining table is surrounded with two different styles of dining chair to loosen up the look. A fabulous beaded chandelier makes a highly decorative addition to the space. A piece of traditional Indian artwork brings in gloriously bright colour.
Wood slatted doors pull across a dining room storage area, leaving a sliver of exposed shelving for books and sculpture.
A decorative vase places a splash of green onto the dining table.
The dark green notes reappear in the kitchen, where a bright red SMEG fridge creates bold contrast.
A cluster of kitchen pendant lights introduce clean white accessorisation into the colourful kitchen design. A crisp white marble countertop covers the kitchen island, which has a sleek modern base volume with a juxtaposition of traditional support legs.
In the hallway, a huge round mirror reflects a bespoke upholstered entryway seat on the opposite side. An interesting paint effect brushes the green accent behind a modern entryway table and quirky art print.
The covered balcony serves as a reading nook. Modern wall sconces place a copper accent against a wood slatted wall panel. An assortment of throw pillows add the relaxed eclectic aesthetic.
In the master, umber clay walls create depth and texture. Metallic drop bedroom pendant lights add a glamorous aspect to the ethnic eclectic vibes.
Each pendant light hangs low over a bedside table with a matching metallic vase.
Golden upholstery matches a nailhead trimmed chair with a gold framed dressing table. An ornate vanity mirror elevates the elegant ensemble.
Sheer curtains filter the sunlight at large bedroom windows.
complements a colourful, vintage chest of drawers.
In the study, an ethnic rug ties in with ethnic print scatter cushions on the bronze coloured sofa.
A green window seat bridges the width of the room towards the desk, where a coordinating green column of storage balances out the other side of the workspace.
A hammered copper bathroom sink creates a bright, textural moment in a dark green accented decor scheme.
Patterned tiles put up a vintage vibe around the vanity.
The detailed, floating vanity unit straddles modern and vintage aesthetics.
Backlit bathroom shelves fashion a glowing, spa-like essence.
Architect:Maksym Dietkovskyi| Photographer:Oleksandr Kondriianenko
This 150 square metre interior is ‘Apartment 13’, a new concept store and café in the historic centre of Kyiv, Ukraine. Two brown leather chairs arrange a conversational setup upon a large area rug with vintage vibes.
A crystal chandelier contributes old-style glamour to the room, and beautifully reflects natural light from the high clerestory windows around the perimeter of the store.
Tree trunk slice rustic coffee tables are gathered in an effective trio at the centre of the sitting space.
A yellow accent cushion throws a bright modern accent onto one of the stylish lounge chairs.
A decorative vintage tray adorns the largest of the three rustic coffee tables with gold and luxe marble accents.
An antique Indian door displays a beautiful patina.
The interior of this store/cafe is a melt of vintage finds, bohemian twists, characterful furnishings, and a hint of the industrial.
The space was stripped right down to its structural core to open up the generous ceiling height and expose the raw beauty of the place.
Sandstone walls, concrete floors and a black-painted ceiling create a subdued base for the more eye-catching eclectic elements, and for the stock of designer clothes, accessories, perfumes and books that the intriguing shop has for sale.
A handsome vintage wood console table establishes a message of long-lasting quality in the shop.
A cream lounge chair brings in a modern silhouette, underneath a thriving Monstera plant.
An oxidized metal screen sections off the stairwell.
Aged brass and reclaimed wood add texture to the interior.
Terrazzo flooring zones the café area, whilst concrete indicates the store.
An antique rug is used as an atmospheric wall hanging.
The eclectic curation of decorative elements, interesting art, antique furniture and vintage pieces communicate the property owner’s love of travel and multicultural treasures.
Jewellery is displayed like artefacts within antique drawers.
Modern jewellery holders populate the top of the unit.
A beautiful, traditional wall mural adorns the head of the staircase.
Frameless glass balustrades add a contradictory modern aesthetic.
Colour makes a home feel cheerful and inviting. However, we often limit ourselves to just one or two accent hues in a conservative application. Reserved decor palettes are restful and safe but sometimes, you just have to break some boundaries! These four creative home interiors are shaped by the intuitive use of bright and contrasting colours, and don’t shy away from pattern and unusual paint effects either. We’ll discover a small open concept living space with a calculated clash of orange and green accent colours, a confidently coloured lounge with an artistically painted TV wall, a colour-blocked abode with pink panache in the bedroom, and an elegant apricot infused city pad.
Visualizer:Victoria Kutsa
Orange shelving echoes the orange stripes of a cheerful area rug inside of our first home interior. LED light strips highlight their bold linearity and a minimalist display of books. A pale grey modular sofa cools the lounge palette, whilst a modern coffee table contributes a weighty black anchor.
A plethora of indoor plants is arranged over a black wireframe shelving unit, situated by the window to ensure they receive ample sunlight. The plants grow an attractive, textural feature against a flat white TV wall.
Cool sky blue cabinets draw out a kitchen arrangement in the small open plan living room corner. The breezy colour solidly zones the cooking area and a compact dining peninsula.
Geometric floor tiles fill the open concept with interesting pattern.
Black kitchen bar stools coordinate with the glossy black kitchen countertop and the coffee table in the neighbouring lounge area. An industrial wireframe light & storage rack takes the black accent to the ceiling and creates a space-saving home for more attractive green foliage.
Deep orange units build a warm and energised welcome in the home entryway.
The orange accent bleeds into paintwork around a contrasting black front entry door. A floral stool combines the bright and dark notes beneath recessed perimeter lighting. A full-length frameless mirror creates the illusion of added space.
Visualizer:Brick-Brot Studio
A calm grey base colour anchors our next colourful home interior. A warm grey tufted sofa stretches out behind two concrete square coffee tables . Concrete planters give the low tables a little added height.
The inspirational TV wall is alive with colour and an artistic graphic mural. The blue, red and teal paint effect creates an interesting mount for the wall hung TV screen and paints a jovial background for a pair of modern wall lights.
A sculptural Serie Up 2000 chair by Gaetano Pesce for B&B Italia boldly competes for attention against the eye-catching wall treatment.
The colourful graphics continue in the dining area, where they become an incredible background for a floor-to-ceiling tensioned bookcase. An oversized dining room pendant light complements the murals curves.
3D wall art rounds out the artistic living room scheme.
Designer:cubkvadrat
This colourful flat in Moscow is created with a contrast of blue, green, and orange. Wood flooring and unique planters bring in subduing natural tones.
The cobalt blue sofa is complemented by a matching blue pouf . A black tray-top coffee table ties in with the black-framed modern bookcase, where Keith Haring style nesting dolls add an artistic element.
The colour volume comes down inside the small dining room with pale blush walls.
Modern wall shelves carry a black-framed aesthetic akin to the lounge bookcase, to maintain cohesivity between the interconnected spaces.
A hand-blown glass vase creates a simple centrepiece for the wooden dining table.
The biggest blast of colour in this area comes from a green one wall kitchen installation.
Light green kitchen cabinets are contrasted by an apricot chevron backsplash. Wood tone wall cabinets blend with the warm apricot wall paint.
Inside the bedroom, a band of sky blue horizontal color blocking holds a brightly patterned decor scheme together.
A stylish modern bedroom chair and a geometric knitted bed cover add some pink panache.
A wireframe memo board, an industrial bedroom pendant light, and a metal bed frame thread thin black accents across the room.
The terrazzo bedside table introduces a moment of pattern.
Yellow drapes frame the window and a bedroom workspace. A clean white shelving unit displays decorative items.
A Scandi style bedside table puts a pale blush accent in front of the blue colour-block panel. Fitted wardrobes wrap the blue accent around onto an adjacent wall.
An assortment of colourful and novelty pillows dress the bed.
Our final featured home tour begins in a cool grey toned lounge space. A small L-shaped modern sofa defines the lounge area within the open plan layout. An apricot kitchen creates a warm spot at the back of the room.
is concealed inside the central kitchen island.
Botanical tiles make a modern deconstructed mural across the back wall of the kitchen.
Apricot base cabinets are counterbalanced by clean white appliance housing units on either side and a glossy white chimney extractor.
A trio of bar stools place a light and colourful accent against the dark grey kitchen island .
A yellow entryway bench establishes a chic dressing area next to hallway closets. LED ribbons highlight a modern mirror.
The dark grey bedroom scheme is electrified by vivid accent pieces. The awesome Ghostbuster print is entitled City by NVM Illustration.
A Monstera motif side table adds a pop of purple next to the grey upholstered bed .
An open fronted closet stands out with a fun pink trim.
The bed converts into a modern seating area by moving the headboard cushions away from the wall.
A white office chair pulls up to a wood-framed workspace.
In the second bedroom, an end of bed bench draws a red accent. Green pillows throw in contrast.
The bathroom is a meld of modern neutrals, with luxe marble and a copper coloured modern bathroom vanity .
Black bathroom fixtures punctuate the 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
