These two stunning modern Indian villas, created by architect Moriq , each feature peaceful courtyard designs within them. One has a combination of green space and a multi textured floor, which acts as a border of privacy between the entryway to the home and the main family living area. The second features a pivotal water body that greets the family when they come home, and welcomes in guests. A connective bridge between living volumes on the the first floor overlooks the reflection pool and lawn, and a projector screen that provides outdoor entertainment. The two tours also feature impressive interior spaces that are steeped in contemporary elegant luxury.
Villa number one is located in Hyderabad, with an area of 7500 square feet. The build follows the traditional Hindu Vastu shastra system of architecture, and has been fashioned to fit a single family. The linear north facing plot has an open plot to the south; neighbours are at home on the east & west sides. A simple white concrete modern home exterior guards the hidden luxuries within.
Just outside of the front gate, there is a boulder with the name of the house upon it, written in Hindi. The name given to the house is ‘Shanti Dham’, meaning ‘a peaceful holy place’.
Once beyond the gates it is clear to see why the home is thought a peaceful and holy place for the homeowners. A combination of simplicity and understated luxury shapes the home, and allows the family to remain grounded and be close to nature. It is a direct translation of the personality of the well travelled and elegant couple.
A tree from the neighbour’s compound has been integrated into the landscape design .
The main feature of the home is the modern courtyard design that lies between the front yard and the living room. Because this is a north facing plot by vaastu principles, the living space had to be placed to the north east side. Any entry from the north east side would encroach on the family’s privacy, so the interior courtyard between the front garden and the lounge was introduced as a buffer zone.
The courtyard design imitates the natural landscaping that surrounds the home.
The courtyard floor is made up from interlocking sections of wood effect tiles. white marble slabs, pebbles and natural stones from Pondicherry. Custom louver doors make up the boundary, composed from MS frame and natural wood.
The ground floor consists of a dining room, a dry and wet kitchen with utility and storage space, and one of the bedrooms with an attached deck area.
Mature trees have been retained in every part of the natural space.
An outdoor dining space is available for use just outside of the interior kitchen diner.
The modern dining room extension runs straight off of the kitchen island.
Roof plan, with skylight.
Ground floor layout.
First floor layout, including a living area, three bedrooms, a study with balcony, and a puja room for worship.
Second floor layout, including a home theatre, gym, lift lobby, powder room and a generous open terrace.
Our second tour also takes place in Hyderabad, this time in a home with a total area of 17006 square feet. The massive plot facilitates a home design that brings together a large joint family, whilst still providing each member with their own personal space.
The most challenging part of the planning stage for the family was to come up with a solution that would best use the large linear shape of the plot. In the end, the first quarter of the plot was allocated to the family elders who requested an independent studio apartment so that they could have a space of their own.
A reflection pool fills the connective exterior space, along with green landscaping. The beautiful vista welcomes you to the family home.
Concrete slabs are arranged in an irregular design in the water filled courtyard . The patio is lit around the edges to accentuate its jagged shape.
Boulders jut out of the still waters, and create a border around a lush lawn.
Brothers live with their families right across the lawn from each other. A semi-formal living room, complete with a bar, opens onto the lawn to create a prime social gathering spot. There is also a projector here that converts the lawn’s wall into a large screen - perfect for parties and the IPL cricket season. The projection wall can be viewed from various points in the house, including a bridge that connects both the houses.
Beautiful bespoke pieces fill the home with a rustic meets luxury aesthetic.
Neutral backdrops fill the spacious interiors, which bask in sunlight.
The neutral palette is uplifted with colourful home accessories, like bright blue and green scatter cushions in the living room. Stunning wooden pendant lights descend from a double height ceiling. A unique fan cools the air from an architectural support column.
Unique nesting coffee tables bring in an eclectic vibe, and work perfectly with a patchwork concept rug.
A modern accent chair is framed by a beautiful tree in the courtyard. Informal living and dining areas and a guest bedroom fill the rest of the ground floor.
Upstairs, identical double height master bedrooms and bathrooms are situated right next to each other.
A swing arm wall lamp illuminates the bathtub, which stands on a bed of white pebbles.
Double vanities are located behind a partially dividing wall.
A motorised sun roof can be opened above the tub.
The bathing area is open plan to the bed. There is also a double story closet space in the master suite, to facilitate a progressive wardrobe.
Cool distressed walls and metal framework create an industrial style bedroom . A Flos Mod 265 style lamp extends over the crisp modern bed. Original is available here .
A duo of bedroom pendant lights hang beside a curvaceous bed inside this suite. A modern lounge chair fills the window.
The daughters room sits across from the master bedroom suites, with a small informal seating area in between. Colourful poufs and a teepee make playful decor. The bed features a study area beneath. See more ideas for kids’ beds .
Stone tiles texture the powder room.
The staircase design follows the industrial trend.
The bridge walkway that connects the first floors is furnished with inviting soft sofas, which make a sociable evening tea spot for members of the extended family.
Exterior lighting keeps the volumes connected by night.
Potted plants colour the white concrete exterior space.
Floor plans.
This upscale modern home design is the Vineyard hill interior, designed by Studioe . The house features massive windows, a courtyard, and a floating staircase design. The colours that have been incorporated are natural, yet rich and sophisticated. Deep green, warm tan and rustic timber meet grey concrete and dense black undertones. Dropped white ceilings keep the space feeling crisp and open. Modern art pieces bring in moments of bright unexpected colour to the raw concrete walls. Furniture choices are ultra contemporary but always high comfort, and texture comes into the home design scheme in the form of mature indoor plants, linking the outdoor greenery with the interior space.
Visualizer:Johny Mrazko
The walls of the modern living room are cool grey concrete, and yet the ambiance of the room is uber cosy thanks to deep soft furnishings and the flicker of a ceiling mounted log burning fireplace. The balance of light neutral fabrics and solid black accents give this space serious sophistication.
A pair of black nesting coffee tables each have a trio of thin legs that hold up heavy circular tops. Two rustic wood side tables serve the L-shaped beige sofa and a warm tan coloured chaise. Bright art on concrete walls makes unexpected paint colours really pop out from the background of the room.
This is a living room with a spectacular view . Massive windows that border the length and breadth of the room reveal far stretching greenery that meets the sky. The large transparent glass shade of an Oda style lamp lets the scenery shine through. Lamp originals are available here .
A black linear media cabinet strikes across the raw concrete tv wall. The cool ceiling mounted fireplace descends to the right of the tv screen, with cut logs scattered around its base on the stone hearth. Another designer table lamp from the Oda Collection dresses the other end of the hearth, next to the vast window.
A courtyard adds to the green views, keeping the large open plan living room in close contact with nature on three whole sides. A small sofa has been positioned along the back of the main L-shaped seating arrangement in order to provide the homeowners with ample opportunity to soak in visuals of the outdoors.
Disc-like dining room pendant lights dangle above a modern wood effect dining table and eight deep green dining chairs. These are the Cosmos Cluster pendant from Vibia.
The dining area neighbours a dark and dramatic kitchen design, where white flatware and unique wine glasses gleam inside of dark glass fronted cabinets, illuminated by atmospheric LED shelf lighting.
A metallic kitchen island appears to float in front of the dark full height kitchen cabinets, thanks to a mirrored base column. A live edge dining peninsula pushes out from the kitchen island , decorated with a small trio of unique planters .
Miniature kitchen pendant lights are subtly poised to illuminate the casual dining spot. The small shades have been chosen so as not to obstruct the view of the courtyard for the rest of the room. See more homes with green spaces here.
An airy floating staircase design seems to extrude from a wood clad wall. The stair treads are lit up with recessed stair lights, both to accentuate the elegant design and to provide safety to the homeowners in low lighting situations. There is also a glass balustrade that provides safety whilst not obstructing the architectural feature.
A large green pouf nestles beneath the open tread staircase design, making this transient area of the home into a place where a homeowner could sit down in solitude and enjoy their courtyard garden from a different viewpoint. The upper floor of the home features more gloriously large windows.
A black accent wall makes a striking feature in the master bedroom, above a stone headboard. The bedroom pendant lights are the same pendant as used in the dining room, which is the Cosmos Cluster pendant from Vibia.
Bright modern art graces the bedroom too, beside the long reach of a white swing arm wall lamp . This is the Flos Mod 265 style lamp . Original is available here .
The swing arm wall lamp is directed over a plush grey lounge chair in the window - making this a great spot for reading by night or by day. A small side table is equipped with a carafe to keep the avid reader well hydrated.
The luxury bathroom is furnished with a double sink bathroom vanity that features modern deep vessel sinks. A freestanding bathtub offers the opportunity of a bubble bath with a view. Two orb bathroom pendant lights hang low over the tub, making this into another glorious spot to get lost in a few chapters of the latest best seller.
Contemporary black bathroom faucets extend from the wall tiles, beneath towering vanity mirrors. Matching black towel rails line up with the sides of the vanity unit drawers. Black wall cladding is set in decorative columns on either side of the vanity area, and as a visual divide between the two vessel sinks.
The wall of the vanity area doubles as a shower screen, with a walk-in shower enclosure positioned directly behind it and accessible from both sides. Recessed shelves hold toiletries within the shower volume, inside a stone panel that is trimmed with LED lighting around its edge to sharpen the look.
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
