When shall we put the tree up? What starter shall we serve on the day? Kitsch or classy wrapping paper? And, what on Earth are we going to buy for Aunt Mable this year! With so much to stress over, let us take the reins on great gift ideas that will even put a grin on Mable’s face… But maybe not Uncle Kev, no one can make him happy. Your family deserve better than an average gift, and this is definitely not your average gift guide. We’ve picked out presents that fit with obscure pastimes and offbeat personalities. Gifting couples? We’ve included some stylish ideas for the household too. Let’s get this season sorted.

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Gantri Maskor Table Lamp

Cosying up under the covers with a great book might just be one of the best ways to while away the winter. With a soothing white shell inspired shade, this chic table lamp will brighten up reading sessions with its whorls of comforting glow. Who will love it: The night owl, the book worm, the minimalist.

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LED Accordion Lamp

Music lights up your heart and lights up your room wherever that may be with this accordian style travel lamp. Just “play” the accordion to have it switch between warm and cool white light. Who will love it: The musician, the traveller, the gadget guy.

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Elephant Paper Lamps

Safari holidays might not be possible right now but you can set up a mini wildlife reserve at home with a herd of illuminated elephant decor. Better yet, the lamps come as a pre-cut papercraft kit so there’s fun in the making too. Who will love it: The wild at heart, the animal lover, the avid crafter.

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Normann Copenhagen Bell Pendants

“And the bells were ringing out for Christmas day!” Well, these bell pendants might not be ringing but they sure do hit a note of contemporary style that will bring any decor scheme bang up to date. Who will love it: The renovated room, the newlyweds, the decor enthusiast.

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Modern Table Top Fireplace

There’s nothing quite like the open flame of a fireplace as frost gathers upon the window panes. Transport the hearth to any room of the home with this portable tabletop fire, fueled by smokeless & odorless rubbing alcohol. Add it to a coffee table or desk, make it a glorious dining table centrepiece or take it outdoors. Who will love it: The romantic couple, the one who’s always cold, the candle collector.

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Ring LED Planter

We miss our gardens in the colder months, but we can still make the most of green indoor pals. With sunlight waning, an LED planter will give your growers all they need to thrive. It dims to a subtle ambient glow for use as a pleasant lamp too. Who will love it: The hobby gardener, the student on campus, the eco friend.

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Double Walled Bear Glass

Not everyone has a significant other to hibernate with, but drinking hot cocoa out of this cute bear will deliver a warm hug in a mug. Who will love it: The young adult, the one who still sleeps with a stuffed animal, anyone with a heart.

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Whale Shaped Wine Decanter

Usually it’s water spouting out of a whale but this guy is full of something quite a bit stronger. A special funnel sieves, aerates and directs the wine towards the decanter’s inner walls to prevent bruising. Who will love it: The wine connoisseur, the grandparents, the hobby sailor.

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Heart Shaped Flower Vase

You can send your love, or you can send your whole beating heart complete with veins and arteries. More gift ideas for decorative vases here. Who will love it: The girlfriend, the scientist, the doctor.

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Eames House Bird Walnut Edition

It might not sing with the dawn chorus, but the Eames bird figurine certainly has a voice in fashionable home interiors. An iconic symbol of Eames design, and a very special house gift. Who will love it: The sophisticate friend, the bird watcher, the home interiors enthusiast.

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Peace Lily Plant

Friend and family feuds happen. The main thing is that we make up and move on. Call a truce with indoor plants that symbolise the raising of the white flag with a white spath. Who will love it: The in-laws, the fiery friend, the next door neighbour.

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Artificial Plant

If you’re giving a plant to someone who doesn’t have time to look after it, then you’re giving unwanted responsibility. If the recipient has pets too, you also have to be mindful about which plants can be toxic to them. Take out the guesswork by gifting an easy care, pet friendly faux plant. Who will love it: The workaholic, the pet owner, the one who can’t keep anything green alive.

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Framed Transparent Botanical Print

Forget dropped leaves, forget the watering, and forget taking up shelf space. A framed botanical print brings revitalising greenery with zero mess or commitment. Who will love it: The friend, the minimalist, the botanical decor adopter.

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Wooden Wall Art

Give the gift of a mountain view with this handcrafted geometric wooden wall art–they even come in different sizes so they can fit all sorts of spaces. Who will love it: The guest room, the parents. the bare wall brigade.

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Whale And Diver Resin Piece

Not your average paperweight, this little piece of the ocean contains real algae, gravel and a 3D whale embedded in a magnifying resin cube. The 3D underwater diorama makes a cool paperweight, and even glows in the dark. Who will love it: The teenager, the home worker, the whale watcher.

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Music Note Clips

Every line of washing and every to do list can become a melody with these novelty musical note clips. Strong enough to keep a duvet cover on the line, pretty enough to pep up a notice board. Why not make a music themed gift package with one of these music themed home decor ideas too. Who will love it: the music teacher, the singer, the musician.

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Cute Cat Beds

We can’t forget a treat for our furry friends during the holiday season, and what better way to show them you care than giving them a new piece of snuggly stylish cat furniture . Who will love it: The cat, the neighbours cat, the crazy cat lady.

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Foot Rest Cat House

Please a whole household with cat furniture that’s not just for cats. This cow shaped piece is a quirky footstool for adults, a fun seat for kids, and a hangout for Tiddles. Who will love it: Tiddles, the cat lover, the kid.

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Modern Bird Feeder

Feathered visitors to our gardens can find it tough to forage food when the ground is hard and branches are bare. This geometric bird feeder with seed tray will give them shelter and a little pick me up. Who will love it: The grandparents, the mother, the twitcher.

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Beta Fish Plushie

Fish are a much loved pet, but you can’t give them a cuddle… Seriously, throw it back. Instead of wishing, grab a plushie that can be personalised to emulate your very own Betta. Fish not your thing? Check out these other cuddly pet themed throw pillows instead. Who will love it: The fish enthusiast, the plushie collector, the kid.

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Octopus Bookends

They came from the depths to prop up a messy book collection, and shine golden lustre into a decor scheme… Well they came out of a resin mold anyway. A terrific set of unique bookends to jazz up the bookcase. Who will love it: The avid reader, the organised homeowner, the marine biologist.

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Larq Self Cleaning Water Bottle

Reusable water bottles are great for the environment, but boy do they harbour some bacteria. We’ll skip the gross science lesson and simply tell you that this self-cleaning bottle with sleeve uses clever tech to purify water and rid inner surfaces of stinky bacteria and viruses. Who will love it: The gym junkie, the commuter, the germaphobe.

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Minimalist Tissue Holder Box

Tissues wipe noses, dry tears, correct makeup, and will always be useful for something to somebody. Basically they’re the gift that keeps on giving, so why not style them up with a fresh holder. Who will love it: The mother, the tidy freak, the minimalist.

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Corgi Coffee Mug

The Queen of England herself might reach for a brew in a beloved corgi mug, so why not pick up a unique coffee mug for the queenie in your life. Who will love it: The wife, the mother, the royalist.

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Heat Lock Mug

Don’t let chilly days put an end to hot coffees. Keep in the heat for twelve whole hours with a double wall vacuum, and keep out the tinny taste with a ceramic coating. Who will love it: The commuter, the workaholic, the busy mother.

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Electric Pour-Over Kettle

To some people, creating the ultimate cup of coffee or tea is a science worth studying. Slower pouring and steady temperatures are critical in preparing like a pro, which this bit of kit has proven in barista competitions across the USA & Europe. Who will love it: The coffee snob, the tea snob, the hostess.

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Modern Cuckoo Clock

Cuckoo clocks are super cute, but not so much when they go off at night. This modern cuckoo clock comes with a light sensor that turns off the sound in a dark environment. Who will love it: The mother, the light sleeper, the modernist.

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Bartesian Premium Cocktail and Margarita Machine

Save on buying a selection of expensive mixers and don’t worry about the measure (who was measuring anyway, right?) With this machine you just insert a cocktail capsule, select your preferred strength and press mix. Who will love it: The young adult, the hostess, the party house.

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Pull Out Spice Rack

Those spice jars roll around draws, fall out of cupboards and generally make a nuisance of themselves. Give someone the gift of a pull out spice rack that not only keeps spices orderly but cunningly hidden. Who will love it: The cook, the mother, the tidy freak.

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Georg Jensen New York Cutlery Set

Some people see cutlery, others see an accolade for Danish design. This 24-piece set, designed by Danish sculptor & designer Henning Kopper, features a modern matte finish and minimalist rounded design. Who will love it: The hostess, the discerning homeowner, the design enthusiast.

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Jarvis Standing Desk

Back ache is real my friends. GIve the gift of a healthy spine and all sorts of additional health benefits with a standing desk. Who will love it: The workaholic, the student, the blogger.

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Medieval Dagger Scissors

A great display piece and useful to boot. Why not pair these medieval dagger scissors with some unique knives to make an impressive gift set. Who will love it: The chef, the historian, the larper.

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Retro Style Pixel Art Bluetooth Speaker

Draw your own pixel art using just your finger and an app to create a unique bluetooth speaker equipped with alarm clock, weather, pixel games and more. Who will love it: The artist, the retro gamer, the 1980’s kid.

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Ikea Symfonisk Shelf Speaker

Get audio books piped right from a bedside shelf with a WiFi bookshelf speaker. Who will love it: The duvet day dweller, the minimalist, the gadget lover.

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Botley The Coding Robot For Kids

It’s a digital world now and early programming skills go hand in hand with reading, writing & arithmetic. Be the cool relation and gift a robot that can be programmed to move around objects. Who will love it: The kid, the educator, the mother

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Microsoft Surface Headphones 2

Whether it’s music or movies they’re into, they’ll want these cool headphones with tactile on-ear dials for volume control and noise cancellation. Who will love it: The young adult, the husband, the gadget junkie.

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DJI Mini 2

Don’t give them the hassle of drone license requirements, opt for a palm-size, super light-weight drone that swoops in exactly 1g below the cutoff for FAA registration. With 4K/30 fps video and a three-axis motorized gimbal they’ll get great shots too. Who will love it: The photographer, the videographer, the big kid.

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Fitness Smart Mirror

Fitness junkies haven’t let the gym closures of 2020 slow them down. New tech has made the home workout interactive, like this smart mirror that connects users through a sleek responsive display. Who will love it: The gym junkie, the personal trainer, the sporty type.

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Meural Digital Photo Frame

Nobody prints out their photos anymore, but flipping through your phone doesn’t do the memories justice. Display family photos, or curate artwork, on an anti-glare matte display by using a mobile app or Alexa. Who will love it: The mother, the grandparent, the photographer.

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iRobot Rooms s9+ With Automatic Dust Disposal

What’s better than a robot who cleans up after you? A robot that cleans up after itself too! This awesome device empties itself into a bag that will give your loved one several weeks of never having to even think about dust bunnies! Who will love it: The mother, the bachelor, the clean freak.

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Outdoor Solar Powered Security Camera

We all want to keep our loved ones safe and feeling secure, which is why this security camera makes such a caring gift. Don’t worry about a tricky installation either, because this one is wireless and solar powered. Save videos on micro SD card and the cloud, and replay via the app. Who will love it: The first-time homeowner, the young family, the security conscious.

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Onyx Nova 3 E-Reader & Notepad

Books have always been a firm favourite in the realms of gift giving, but an e-reader will keep reading fresh year upon year. Rather than being restricted to the Kindle store, this Onyx e-reader supports Google Play Store and ePubs, and also functions as a notepad you can use to sketch. Who will love it: The bookworm, the commuter, the sketcher.

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Microsoft Surface Duo

The smart way to get into your grown-up child’s life is by putting a new phone in their pocket–there’ll be no excuse not to phone home when you’ve given them the means! Even better, the Surface Duo pulls mobile apps together with Microsoft 365 productivity, with two screens that can be taken anywhere. Who will love it: The young adult, the spouse, the tech junkie.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra

If Santa’s really ramping up on tech this year, then this business-class phone has some other-worldly specs. The 6.9-inch 120Hz display is a dream, the superb camera features 5x optical zoom and 50x digital zoom, 12GB of RAM offers more than some of the best laptops, battery life keeps going all day, and the S Pen even syncs voice recordings with jotted notes. Who will love it: The student, the educator, the journalist.

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New iPad Air

If a tablet is at the top of their list, the New iPad Air is almost as powerful as the iPad Pro version and it is a lot cheaper. Who will love it: The young adult, the student, the spouse.

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Apple Pro Display XDR

Not for your average desktop setup, Apple’s first HDR display provides reference-level color accuracy and powerful HDR capabilities for niche prosumers. Who will love it: The professional content creator, the movie maker, the game developer.

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Logitech MX Master 3 Mouse

Basically the Porsche of desktop mice, the MX Master 3 boasts precise electromagnetic scrolling that can stop on a pixel and scroll 1,000 lines in 1 second. Who will love it: The creative, the coder, the tech geek.

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Steampunk Style Mechanical Keyboard

For the steampunk in your life, this cool keyboard will fashion a desktop that reflects their quirky style. Who will love it: The steampunk, the tech geek, the individualist.

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Samsung Wireless Charger Trio

Know anybody who’s always hunting through chargers? Take the tangle outta charging with this triple charging station that can accommodate smartphones and Galaxy Buds on one side and a Galaxy Watch on the other. Who will love it: The tech junkie, the spouse, the young adult.

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Glass Head Headphone Stand

When their very expensive headphones are not on their heads, they can stay safe and pristine on this very cool headphone stand . Who will love it: The young adult, the music lover, the movie enthusiast.

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Oculus Quest 2

When you can’t go outside, open up new worlds with immersive VR technology. Just set up the device with the mobile app and off you go. Who will love it: The tech geek, the gamer, the teenager.

In the very center of Chelyabinsk, Russia, just a few minutes from Revolution Square, we visit a polished city apartment in the desirable Freedom Tower complex. Visualised by Anova Interior Design , this 114 square metre concept explores a high contrast decor scheme. Light frothy champagne tones are challenged by darker tonal elements that bring warmth and maturity. Modern lighting takes on a huge role within the polished contemporary scheme, creating a magical glow that builds an atmosphere of anticipation. Sleek yet uber comfortable modern furniture adds layer upon layer of luxe throughout the apartment, fashioning a welcoming haven away from the speed of the city.

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A light modular sofa arrangement builds a deep border around the lounge of the open plan living space, held together upon a champagne rug.

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Stylish pendant lights descend over the bend in the sofa, falling in line with the folds of creamy window drapes.

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An asymmetrical coffee table adds an interesting centrepiece to the lounge layout, both with form and shade.

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Translucent side tables lightly accessorise the living room, and give a designer table lamp a floating effect.

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A wall of black tinted glass cabinets hold an illuminated array of wine glasses , glass decanters and carafes . The darkness of the storage piece counterbalances the lighter elements in the room to achieve deep and confident contrast.

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Grey ribbed gypsum panelling textures and shades a stylish media wall. A floating TV stand draws a crisp white underline beneath an illuminated TV mount.

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Low and minimal backrests open the lounge area up to the rest of the living room, allowing the space to flow easily without obstruction.

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The glowy lighting scheme builds a magical city atmosphere throughout the interior, like a city skyscape at night.

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A unique dining room chandelier draws a thin yet dominating line over the dining set, depicting curves that are complimented by the dining chairs beneath.

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A spherical glass vase centrepiece echoes the orb shaped lights.

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The modern dining room area acts as a buffer between the lounge and a minimalist two-tone kitchen design.

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Great solid black legs firmly root the pedestal dining table in its spot.

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In the hallway, a floating black wall shelf is paired in a slick stepped formation with a low entryway seat. A custom cut mirror adds to the installation’s weightless illusion.

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Sleek track lights pull around the perimeters.

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Added glow spills from the recesses of a dropped ceiling plane.

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A sculptural entryway table is combined with a large decorative mirror to build a moment of interest against the pure white wall. Candles and art dress the top.

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In the child’s room, we discover a very cool kid’s study area. A floating desk and a matching bedside unit put a flash of deep orange into the scheme, brightening the dominating grey and white palette.

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A beige swivel chair is colour matched to a selection of glossy wall shelves in the study nook.

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A handy pegboard keeps notes and stationery up off the desktop but within easy reach.

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On the bedside drawer unit, a Seletti Sitting Monkey table lamp eagerly awaits a bedtime story.

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Gadgets are gold in a kids’ life, and this floating media unit gives them a neat place to hang out.

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The uber comfy bean bag chair is the best spot in the room for an afternoon of gaming.

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Modern wallpaper creates a fun focal point on the kids’ TV wall.

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Cool wall art puts another energised splash of colour into the space.

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A full length mirror on wheels comes in handy when picking out outfits with the girls or flexing for a workout.

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A quirky flamingo cushion emphasises the pink colourway of a modern accent chair . An unusual rouge stemmed lamp adds a hot pop of colour onto a simple black tray top side table.

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In the master bedroom, a sophisticated winged bedstead puts a chocolate heart into warm grey surroundings. A glass closet shines low light into the dark room aesthetic.

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A swing arm wall lamp places reading light over the head of the smooth platform bed . See some alternative tufted headboard ideas here.

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Backlit glass cabinets stretch towers of atmospheric glow onto the bedroom TV wall. A contemporary floating media cabinet spans the wall beneath them.

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A slender bedroom pendant light sends a beam of light onto a modern bedside table.

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Glass doors from the bedroom lead into a sophisticated home workspace , panelled with rich wood.

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Space is quite limited in the apartment’s walk in wardrobe, but great closet organisation more than makes up for it.

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Shelf lights make it easier to make a quick selection.

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White marble washes over the bathroom floor and up behind the bathtub . A dark bridging wet wall arches over the tub.

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A linear greige vanity spans the niche between bathroom storage and the wet wall.

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Even the toilet paper becomes a style consideration.

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A smaller shower room is given a different vibe under a dark grey and black marble decor scheme. A black faucet and black switches drill the shadowy theme right down into the small details.

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Black marble seamlessly clads the inside of the shower enclosure too, where a recessed toiletries shelf glows bright.

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Black bathroom fixtures and accessories fade into the walls.

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Recessed spotlights and perimeter lights cause reflections down the cistern wall in a sharp metallic effect.

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

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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

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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

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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

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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?

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Visualizer:Huso

18. Create a Modern Dark Kitchen with Gradients

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Visualizer:Sasha Zolotukhin