As well as boasting incredible 180 degree views from the Ocean to Downtown LA, this 18,850 square foot house exhibits magnificent AIA award-winning modern design. The Orum House, created by famed architect Zoltan Pali, stands on a 1.6 acre lot with a large swimming pool, plus 6,000 square feet of covered terraces and outdoor decks to add to the living space. Inside, there are 9 bedrooms, 15 bathrooms, an entertaining kitchen and a catering kitchen, a home gym, massage room, steam and sauna, a Dolby Atmos theater, a 1,000 bottle wine room, and an elevator. If that weren’t already enough, you’ll also find a guest house with its own private entrance, garage and elevator!
This huge LA property beds into the Bel Air landscape, at the end of a private street. A double gated entrance protects its approach, where 30 parking spaces await family and guests.
The modern home exterior stands three stories high, with an expansive pool patio reaching wide across its centre section.
Floor to ceiling Sky-Frame windows make up the walls of the house, and a curved automated Sky-Frame door system welcomes you inside.
Mature trees bring a serene sense of nature to the modern development, including a 160 year old Chinese elm.
The house rests on its own promontory, where a large swimming pool design and spa wrap the edge.
Towering motorized glass doors open the entire house to the magnificent panorama.
Sweeping lawns stretch out around the property.
The home is kitted out with Lutron Lighting and Crestron Home automation.
The covered terraces feel like indoor rooms, with comfortable outdoor furniture and the toasty glow of a blazing modern firepit.
Sophisticated warm interior design and curated works of art fill the luxury living room. Huge windows on either side maintain the blur between indoor and outdoor living spaces.
An eye-catching sputnik chandelier acts as a visual anchor for a formal dining spot in the airy open layout.
Come evening, the dinner party can bask in the sunset over the Pacific ocean, before watching the lights of Downtown LA rival the stars.
A double ended chaise lounge offers opportunity to gaze out of windows on both sides of the room–or to rest in relaxed conversation with a family member.
The entertaining kitchen is attached to a luxury lounge area to make up an impressive family room. Motorized doors open on each side to create a seamless entertainment area with the glorious pool terrace, outdoor dining areas, and grassy yard.
The extensive marble kitchen wraps around the opposite side of the wall too.
The entire top floor is reserved for the home’s private quarters. Another living room, an office and study area act as a transition zone on the way to 9 bedrooms, which include 2 master bedrooms and 5 bedrooms with ensuites. In the main master bedroom, one continuous wall of motorized glass panels can open the suite up in its entirety to a covered terrace; even the ensuite bathroom and a private sitting area become one with the Pacific ocean views and breeze.
Each part of the home is a unique experience, flowing seamlessly between indoors to out.
The patio design runs around lawned areas and a one of a kind mirror image ozone pool and spa. Comfortable rattan dining chairs are seated around an outdoor dining table . Sun loungers group together along the length of the poolside, looking out to the horizon.
Lanterns twinkle at the water’s edge.
An oversized rectangular fire pit warms a long open air terrace, perfect for stargazing.
Many of the internal walls are also made of glass, ensuring every drop of sunlight, and every inch of the view can be appreciated.
This tranquil home could easily be the best entertaining spot in the city.
A unique round bathtub forms the heart of a luxury bathroom design. See more beautiful bathrooms with bathtubs .
Behind the headboard in the master bedroom, there stands a lengthy walk in wardrobe. The shorter cabinet height at one side allows daylight to come through.
Beautiful wood grain covers the walls and custom-made furniture of an ensuite bathroom.
The open staircase builds a dramatic approach to each level of the home.
This is not just wine storage , this is a 1,000 bottle wine room with a unique transparent design that frames it as a design feature toward the adjacent room.
A Dolby Atmos theater provides yet another superb opportunity to entertain guests.
As well as the show kitchen in the family room, there is a huge commercial kitchen in which caterers can prepare culinary delights for parties of any size.
The state of the art wellness center includes and indoor/outdoor home gym, plus a sauna and steam room.
There is also a peaceful massage room in which to relax those tired muscles after a hard workout.
Smooth decor builds an exclusive and elite atmosphere.
Right from the get go the entrance spells out true luxury and unrivaled sophistication.
Luxurious materials fill the interior, including European stone and tile.
A ‘mini’ master bedroom is surrounded by panels of floor to ceiling glass, giving it a weightlessness above the skyline.
Light flooring both inside and out, combined with Sky-Frame windows, melds the interior with the exterior spaces.
The terrace looks out over spectacular city and ocean views.
The Getty museum can be seen across the canyon.
An attached guest house, aka ‘The Cube’, is designed for family and staff. It houses 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and an elevator, plus its own dedicated access and garage.
Two homes with pink accents greet us on our tour today, each measuring 70 square metres (754 square feet) or less. They might be small, but boy are they bursting with design ideas and pink accent inspiration galore. Whether you like a bright hot pink in your home, a duskier shade of the hue or prefer a soft and sweet blush tone, there is something here to suit any palette preference. We’ve also got the home plans for each of these two little beauties, so if it’s small space ideas that you’re after then be sure to keep with us all the way to the end to see exactly how the designers fit all of that amazing style in just right.
Designer:Studio Open| Visualizer:Studio Open
A pink staircase zigzags into the living room of our first home, landing beside a modern grey sofa. White artwork and a white swing arm wall lamp lay quietly against a plain wall to balance out the blast of bright pink. This home measures in at just 66.5 square metres but its open plan and bright colour scheme make if feel super spacious.
A round coffee table holds a decorative gathering of white and gold items on it. The gold vase ties in with a set of wall lamps by the breakfast bar. The upper half of the living room lies open to a mezzanine level, increasing the sense of space and light.
The striking pink staircase design is formed out of perforated metal. It makes a unique statement that you’d be unlikely to come across in your neighbours house!
The perforated metal folds to make the stair treads and risers in one fluid piece. There is no need for banisters here because the structure of the mezzanine provides enough safety buffers.
Dusky pink kitchen bar stools look into the light lounge area, where double height windows let the morning sunlight pour in. It’s enough to brighten the mood of the grumpiest of morning-haters!
Another set of gold wall lamps shine away at either side of the minimalist grey and white kitchen wall. Behind the breakfast bar, wood effect cabinets bring in added visual warmth.
Foliage in a simple glass vase introduces greenery to the room’s colour palette.
Vertical glossy tiles curve smoothly around a soft corner in the home entryway, next to a white wall mirror with matching rounded corners.
In a black and white bathroom, two stand-out pink basins look super special. The double sink bathroom vanity has integrated towel rails to keep walls free from clutter. The bathroom vanity lighting stands out boldly in solid black against the patterned canvas.
A small white side table is placed just inside the shower enclosure to hold soap dispensers and a lush green plant, which works deliciously with the sweet pink basins.
A double workspace sits up on the mezzanine. Those magnificent double height windows from the living room stretch right up here, bathing the area with glorious daylight. A wall of storage and bookshelves runs the entire length of the home office.
At the back of the mezzanine, behind a set of sliding doors, there hides a cosy sleep space. When the doors are shut it would appear that this is just another office storage cupboard.
A comfy platform bed is tucked behind the doors. A bedroom pendant light glows brightly by the headboard - which is the same pendant style used in the bathroom.
The home plan shows the situation of the bathroom at the back of the kitchen, and illustrates the L-shaped formation of the mezzanine office.
Designer:Madina Bogatyreva| Visualizer:Polina Yatmanova
Spanning a slightly larger 70 square metres, our second home is located in Saint-Petersburg, Russia. A vertical half-and-half paint effect has been applied over panelled walls in the living room, putting a modern twist on classic design.
The half-and-half paint effect rotates to a horizontal plane across the sofa wall and behind a dining area. Blush pink dining chairs match the colour of the wall treatment.
Behind the pink dining area, round decorative mirrors rise inside the beaded wall panel in a bubble effect, which is echoed by clustered glass globe pendant lights . A round dining table complements the theme.
The grey kitchen follows the neoclassical style of the room decor, featuring classic paneled doors. Gold cupboard handles and a stunning gold chimney hood complement the gold legs of the dining chairs across the room.
Gold trims gleam along the front of a cabinet in the lounge too, and gold legged bar stools stand at a breakfast bar peninsula.
Elegant kitchen pendant lights dangle as a pair over the breakfast bar, like a pair of drop earrings.
The lights keep coming two by two out in the hallway as well, where two crystal ring pendants sparkle in blush surroundings. A mirrored and gold trimmed cabinet reflects the light back into the space.
A gold console sits beneath a wall mirror in the hallway. A crystal wall lamp matches the duo of ceiling pendants.
It’s a Heracleum Small Big O Suspension Light that makes a bright statement inside the bedroom, above a traditionally inspired bed with a winged and tufted headboard.
Substantial bedside table lamps fill almost the entire tops of the bedside units.
There is a desk area in the corner of the bedroom, with a travel poster inspiring thoughts of adventure above it.
A marble fireplace gives the bedroom a feeling of grandeur.
In the opposite corner to the desk, a dusky pink chair is teamed with a gold dressing table with an art deco flair.
The bedroom has a walk in wardrobe that takes full advantage of vertical space–being stacked so high that it needs a ladder inside.
Bedding and out of season items are stashed way up top.
Shoe storage is stacked high too, with five rails for heels and flats, and one base shelf for taller boots.
Garment rails run along both sides of the walk in closet.
Elevated chests of drawers store folded items, leaving a gap along the bottom of the closet for bulky and heavy items.
The pink bathroom is littered with golden accents.
Patterned tiles mist across the back of the over bath shower.
Bathroom vanity lights spray crystals and gold in front of a blush pink wall.
A gold towel rail and unique laundry basket make a small corner look special.
Utility shelves store a multitude of items both on display and tucked away.
Home plan.
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
