Black, white, wood & grey decor meld in peaceful perfection, as this collection of five stylish interior designs demonstrate. Against a fresh canvas of basic white and pale grey, beautiful wood tone becomes the stand out colour in the scheme. The warm natural tone accentuates cooler commodities in the layout, whilst powerful black moments bring confidence to the mix. Varying the quantities of each tone within a room scheme is transformative, and can completely shift the character of a space from light, spirited and encased with cosiness, to deliberately dark and ultra dramatic. Stick with us as we study the perfect balance of white, wood, grey and black living spaces, bathrooms, bedrooms and luxury closets.
Visualizer:Gabriela Pleșca
A solid wood stair balustrade slices down through our first black, white, wood and grey interior example. As the largest piece of furniture in the room, the soft grey modern sofa is utilised to coolly balance out the huge expanse of warm wood tone.
An ottoman coffee table slots right inside of the chic sofa design. Colour coordinated throw pillows keep the look calm and cohesive.
Smooth wood wall panels wing out from the solid sides of the enclosed staircase, to create a golden oak backdrop behind the open plan dining room.
Another series of oak panels make up an uncomplicated but effective TV wall. A huge modern chandelier webs black cables across the width of the combined lounge and dining space.
A white and grey veined marble media shelf cuts a luxury accent beneath the simple television mount.
On the dining table, a unique decorative vase adds a moment of visual amusement into the serene minimalist home.
Solid black dining chairs have been selected to darkly contrast the pure white rectangle dining table , and to create a tonal link with the eye-catching chandelier overhead.
The small kitchen is designed to disappear. Wood appliance housing units camouflage into the side of the wood clad dining room wall, whilst white base units and a white extractor unit meld with clean white paintwork. Only a black kitchen tap draws the eye.
LED strips flank the modern staircase design , illuminating the beautiful grain in the solid oak treads and risers. An extensive home library fully occupies a mezzanine landing at the top.
Oak elements remain dominant inside the bedroom design, which features a custom oak floor bed design with a built-in bedside table .
Black window blinds cause dramatic effect across a huge wall-to-wall window.
A built-in desk extrudes from the opposite end of the wood headboard. A black desk chair makes a contrasting partnership with the piece.
A cosy reading nook is fashioned into the wood clad mezzanine library, with light grey designer lounge chairs and a stylish small side table.
Oak flooring runs throughout.
Visualizer:Julia Prozorova
We move next to a cooler colour blended example with a more prominent black accent thread. In this space, the modern sofa makes an instant bold statement of solid black, along with a matching ottoman.
A black floor lamp arcs across the lounge layout, throwing spotlight on a round coffee table and a tribal black and white rug design.
In the foyer of the home, a frameless custom-cut mirror visually widens the space and reflects light from directional spotlights.
An elegant entryway table establishes the black accent.
Back inside the living room, a round pedestal dining table makes a match with the wood tone floor.
The kitchen peninsula strikes a solid black divide between the cooking and dining areas. Two kitchen bar stools furnish the breakfast bar in a matching satin black finish. Full height units seamlessly house the fridge-freezer at the back of the sleek black and white kitchen , blending cleanly with the crisp white surrounding wall.
Cool grey, black, and white bedroom decor stretches across a golden wood tone floor. A black flatweave rug unfurls beneath the bed, whilst a designer lounge chair pushes the accent out onto the laminate floor. Slender black bedside table lamps stand out against a textured concrete statement wall that ripples behind the headboard.
Huge black louvre doors slide apart to give entry to a luxury walk-in closet. An all black closet system builds a dark and dramatic reception, mysteriously illuminated under thin and atmospheric lighting strips.
A second bedroom layout is split down the middle with a wood bookcase room divider. A compact reading lounge occupies one side of the room, furnished with a small grey modular sofa and a wooden round coffee table . A swing arm ceiling light provides directional reading light.
The open bookcase design allows easy access to reading material from both sides, and lets natural light flow through from the bedroom window.
This time the closet system is built in fresh brilliant white, with a more casual arrangement of wire basket drawers .
Simple white tiles blend the bathtub with the wet wall and vanity backsplash, leaving black faucets and shower fixtures to become the stand out features in the decor scheme.
An assorted black and white combo of bathroom sanitaryware creates areas of saturated contrast, like this black toilet & bidet set mounted against a solid black tile wall, and a white pedestal sink backed onto a light reflecting mirror.
Living room floor plan.
Bedrooms layout.
Visualizer:Anastasia Gùrska
In our third study of the black, white, wood and grey palette, a white marble coffee table plants a luxury moment at the heart of a modern grey sectional sofa arrangement.
A black TV stand extrudes from a colour matched panel wall.
Black bifold doors strongly anchor the colour scheme and frame the garden view.
A grey rug creates a plush island for the lounge seating arrangement and modern coffee table .
An indoor olive tree adds a refreshing burst of greenery to the monochromatic scene.
The wraparound end table brings a table lamp close by for reading.
Wood encased walls solidly confine a striking black staircase.
In the kitchen, a cantilevered dining table extends from a slick island design. Modern dining chairs surround the wooden tabletop with black accents.
An imposing wall of full height matt black kitchen units and integrated appliances fill the back of the room
A black sink and induction hob interrupt the marble kitchen island countertop.
Designer:法视设计事务所| Visualizer:LawVisual
This 130 square meter home interior has a lighter, uplifting combination of our featured shades. Lounge decor is kept toward the pale end of the grey spectrum with a relaxed upholstered sofa and a matching grey rug. A wood tone square coffee table and contrasting black round coffee table combo nest in the middle.
Grey veins streak across an impressive white marble TV wall.
A black and wood media unit makes a polished display point for a piece of sculptural art.
The lounge area flows directly into an adjoined kitchen diner.
A rectangle dining table makes an unusual merge with a grey granite sink unit.
An eye-catching suspension light illuminates the length of the dining peninsula.
Decorative vases add a botanical centrepiece to the dining spot.
White storage cabinets and a black shelving unit smooth out the back of the living room.
Black countertops and wooden base cabinets are joined by sage green appliance housing units in the kitchen. The muted colour gently enhances the warm oak.
The sage accent makes another small appearance in the bedroom too, though it’s the combination of black, white and grey decor that largely shapes the crisp, modern mood. Contemporary bedroom pendant lights balance out the opposite side of the platform bed .
Grey curtains smartly frame a bowed window around a curved sofa design.
A unique chair is teamed with a floating unit and a huge, glamorous vanity mirror .
High-gloss white wardrobes reflect light deep into the room.
A stylish black and gold desk lamp makes a sophisticated addition to the desk/dressing table.
Inside the bathroom, the toilet places a single solid black accent onto a grey granite background.
Designer:Kuro+Kagi| Photographer:Studio Periphery
Lastly, we’re taking a look into a slightly more compact interior example of the grey, black, white and wood palette. Here, an oak TV stand is softly illuminated beneath a run of crisp white TV wall cabinets.
A recessed shelving unit is carefully positioned to balance out the dark void of the dormant TV screen. Star Wars decor is set pride of place for all to see.
Black scatter pillows weight the light grey, slimline sofa design
An IKEA FROSTA stool draws the wood tone accent into a grey and white dressing room.
The bedroom is blissfully serene under a whisper of grey and an aqua blue bed set.
A modern wall sconce highlights a vertical shiplap wall feature.
Black handles make modern contrast on clean white doors.
Light up your table in style with this cute brooding industrial robot .
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
