The desert surrounding Scottsdale, Arizona is extensive and can be punishing, but a night in this modern home would be far from roughing it. Nestled in to the gated Desert Mountain community, which features six Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses, it’s a customer built tribute to comfort and modern southwest style.
A home without a pool in the heat of an Arizona summer would be unbearable. A dip in this beautiful halfmoon-shaped swimming pool is refreshing any time of day.
The plethora of pool deck chairs suggests an invitation for plenty of guests.
The flat roof and pale beige adobe-style exterior is firmly situated in the classic Southwest style.
Landscaping can be a challenge in the dry desert climate, which is why local plants and xeriscaping is the best choice.
This view gives you the first peek into the separate two-bedroom guest house.
Tiled floors in the open living room help to keep things a little bit cool.
Outdoor ceiling fans are another helpful feature.
A few pops of floral color brighten up the stone paved pathways.
For evenings in - and big games - this man cave-style room complete with a wet bar and masculine leather sofas is the perfect answer.
The bedrooms, of which there are four, are more indicative of casual elegance than high desert style.
Cream colored linens and walls are simple but luxurious.
Flagstone accents being a little bit of depth to this build in fireplace.
A spiral staircase hints at the overall modern style of the home.
And floor-to-ceiling windows let in plenty of desert light, whether it’s from the sun or the moon.
Custom cabinetry in the master bedroom offer plenty of storage.
Here we can see the stunning desert views offered from the patio, which is just a sliver of the nearly 3 acres the home sits upon.
The custom metal sculpted front door speaks to the era of the home’s original construction in 1997.
Granite countertops and stainless steel fixtures in the expansive kitchen are timeless, though.
The formal dining area is more casual cozy with its white leather chairs and glasstop table.
Desert nights bring a chill and the perfect excuse for a dip in the spa.
An outdoor wetbar and barbecue area is a dream for the grill enthusiast.
Travertine tiled bathrooms, and a private whirlpool are the final nest of luxury in this enviable home.
Everyone wants to feel like their bedroom is beautiful. It should be a place you feel comfortable, safe, and inspired. These bedrooms take this feeling to another level with creative elements from artwork to design features to light fixtures. Each one is unique and inviting.
Visualizer:Hai Peng
The first bedroom in this collection is a distinctively urban design from visualizer Hai Peng. Reflective surfaces from walls to ceiling to shelving let the twinkling city lights below mingle with the soft indoor lighting scheme. The result is bright and modern room with a lively vibe.
Visualizer:Volodymyr Andrusyk
Of course, style needn’t be relegated to high rises in the city. This suburban style groundfloor bedroom, with a garden just outside, still offers stylish comforts from luxurious linens to custom headboard and shelving unit.
Visualizer:Anwar Al Jufrey Khalid
This rustic bedroom proves that a cabin in the woods can come in many styles. With warm industrial concrete walls and natural wood furnishings, this creative bedroom marries the idea of city and solitude perfectly.
Visualizer:Ax Studio
The worst part about this cozy nest of a bed in a futuristically round room is how difficult it would be to extract yourself from its clutches each morning. But there are worse problems to have.
Visualizer:Ngọc Báu
Every bedroom needs to have a touch of romance. The simplicity of this room, from its clean platform bed to its modern answer to the classic wingback, is welcoming and warm without too much decadence. The perfect place to spend a quiet evening.
Visualizer:Quang Đạt
The bedroom takes a few of the same cues and keeps things simple, but here visualizer Quang Đạt has add some sultry art choices and deeper colors, giving it a bit more of an edge.
Visualizer:Imagine3D
The turquoise and gray color combination smacks of modern trends. A private desk in one corner and comfy chair in the other makes this a room divided between pleasure and obligation.
Visualizer:Brown Blue
As an alternative to the weekend in the cold, snowy, and treacherous mountains, spend a night beneath a glorious picture of them while staying warm and dry.
Visualizer:ImageBox Studio
The asymmetrical headboard in this overwhelming wood paneled bedroom gives an otherwise rustic country room a deeply urban feel. A zebra striped rug adds a surprising splash of safari.
Visualizer:Roy Fredy
When a bedroom includes multiple textures, it becomes more welcoming. With soft rugs and blankets, paired with smooth walls and wiry light fixtures this artistic bedroom begs to be touched.
Visualizer:Imagine3D
What creative spirit hasn’t dreamed of retreating to a private attic and channeling her own Virginia Woolf? This top floor bedroom has all the comforts of modern life with the closed in privacy of a forgotten spinster.
Visualizer:ImageBox Studio
The burgundy accents in this artsy bedroom from ImageBox Studio are feminine without dipping too far into the girly.
Visualizer:Alaa Nasser
Of course, the truth is that not all creative people are quite as fastidious as our inner designers would like to believe. In this messy interpretation of a creative life we see a glimpse of something that might be closer to reality for many artists (especially the teenage variety).
Visualizer:Vita3D
When everything is in its place, one room is all you need. This bedroom-cum-living-room is a clean and simple indication of that fact.
Visualizer:Ekaterina Kinnik
The artistic imagery in this particular bedroom leans much farther toward realism and artistic appreciation than it does towards Playboy pinup. Coupled with the modern design elements, like the massive floor lamp and mid-century chair, we get a modern bachelor pad that’s in no way embarrassing.
Visualizer:Marcin Kasperski
The massive portrait of modern antihero Walter White certainly sets the tone for this bedroom, that is really more television producer than meth producer.
Visualizer:Felipe Broering
This lovely bedroom has elements of indulgence - including a touchably textured duvet and barefoot-friendly rug - but still manages an overall feeling of zen.
Visualizer:Le Anh
An overhead light fixture that plays off the idea of a growing, sprouting branch reflects the paisley inspiration in the area rug below. Both contrast with the otherwise pervasive right angles throughout.
Visualizer:Brown Blue
Using gray as a color palette can put a room in danger of feeling dingy, but instead the cool tones here are warm, natural, and inviting.
Visualizer:Vic Nguyen
As soon as you challenge the notion that a bed must be square, you open yourself up to a world of artistic possibilities, like we find in this pretty bedroom.
Visualizer:Sriram R
For those of us that have trouble keeping houseplants alive, there are always blossoming branches, and of course artwork, that we can bring in for a touch of the living.
Visualizer:Brown Blue
An otherwise less than notable design becomes much more intriguing when picture rails climb up one wall for a personal, and easily updated, design touch.
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
