These three modern home interiors are each inspired by fresh Scandinavian style decor elements, whilst exuding elegant Asian distinction. An en vogue, graceful archway motif unites the aesthetics of the Japandi apartment interiors, along with a warm natural wood tone and crisp white colour palette. Visualised by Elemental Design , this group of inspirational homes are designed as contemporary family units with functional open plan living spaces. Practical storage ideas make use of small hallways and home entryways, bedrooms are multifunctional with dressing areas and home workspaces. The kids’ rooms are cute, colourful and compact, with fun ideas for kids’ closets, built-in bookcases, bespoke bed designs, kids’ desks and adorable decor.
A warm tan accent thread weaves through the first of our three featured interior designs, which perfectly complements natural wood tone elements within the scheme. A colour coordinated version of a Leon: The Professional print balances out a recessed shelving niche. The modern sofa has a tan ottoman section, whilst Around coffee tables designed by Thomas Bentzen for Muuto keep things purely monochrome against a geometric patterned Scandinavian rug .
On trend arches and racetrack shaped motifs round out the crisp contemporary interior. A unique modern chandelier drops frosted orbs above the lounge.
A Scandi style TV stand combines smooth wood grain and clean white aesthetics, whilst an Asian altar shelf is given main focus high above the TV screen. An attractive wood lined archway leads through to the two bedrooms.
Racetrack shaped screens are combined with a sideboard to build a unique and useful storage filled room divider between the dining area and the door that leads into the bathroom.
A rectangle dining table is placed up against the back of the elegant room divider. A grey ceramic vase of foliage creates a relaxed table centrepiece.
A wine storage cabinet and black retro style fridge-freezer bring refreshments and ice right up to the dining spot.
The small kitchen runs off the other side of the fridge-freezer location. Wooden base cabinets instill a natural warmth into the predominantly white decor scheme, whilst white wall cabinets increase the sense of space up top.
Inside the compact master bedroom, an upholstered bed and woven rug lay down grey accents. A wood effect panel crosses the white painted headboard wall to connect the bed with a floating dressing table. A round vanity mirror bridges the two-tone effect.
Built-in white wardrobes achieve a clean, minimalist finish at the foot of the bed.
Green accents colour the cute kids’ room. A bespoke green headboard design encompasses the arched decor motif, where an Aballs pendant designed by Jaime Hayon for Parachilna illuminates the bedside unit.
Made-to-measure kid’s closets combine white & wood finishes and tactile ribbed texture.
A Scandi desk stands by the bespoke kids’ bed design, which encompases a wall of toy storage and bookshelves upon its elongated base. A mountain motif cuts a creative green accent across the cupboard doors.
Our second featured interior design is a modern cottage apartment. An arc floor lamp complements chic arched wall moulding behind the low, modern Japanese style sofa.
The wall mounted TV stand has a taste of both modern and traditional aesthetics, with its natural wood finish and screened door inserts. A buddhist altar shelf floats above the split two-colour wall treatment. A beautiful ceiling fan takes the rich wooden accent to the ceiling. See more unique ceiling fans here.
A prominent black marble coffee table emphasises the delicate nature of the white and beige woven area rug. A second coffee table nests a complementary wooden counterpart.
An assortment of scatter pillows create a mixed tonal arrangement across the white upholstered couch.
A low, Asian style accent chair completes the compact lounge layout.
Between the lounge and dining areas, a wood framed archway leads openly into the connected kitchen.
Dining room storage units are combined with an affixed dining room table to create a space saving layout. The two matching dining room pendant lights are the Formakami JH4 Pendant by Jaime Hayón for &Tradition.
A light-permeable screen room divider sections off the home entry door to create a functional family entryway. The combination of natural wood and rattan finishes fashion a warm and welcoming nook.
The kitchen is a generously proportioned space that allows the whole family to gather in meal prep activities and at the dining peninsula. See more inspiration for white and wood kitchens .
As we enter into the master bedroom of this home, we’re greeted with a wonderfully airy and light decor aesthetic of pure white walls and solid oak furniture. An oak floating tv stand complements the bed base and a matching makeup table by the window.
The platform bed ’s custom-made headboard extends seamlessly across the back of the makeup table to create cohesivity. A round mirror delicately serves the vanity area, whilst a Matisse art print adds a bold back accent above the bed.
A mini bedroom pendant light illuminates a turned wood bedside table. Custom wardrobes and an Eames walnut stool designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller make up an elegant dressing area.
A clear glass vase brings an enlivening flash of natural greenery to the bedroom TV wall.
Cute kids’ wall decor pours positive energy above a built-in bed design and a wall mounted kid’s desk.
The small floating desk is aligned with an arched bookcase niche within the run of wardrobes, where school books can be stashed close to hand. A stripe of wood continues the desktop finish across the white closets.
Arch shaped cubbies make adorable perches for special soft toys, treasured items and extra books. See more inspiration for how to incorporate elegant arches in interiors .
The home office houses double workspaces , which are blessed with natural light from tall twin windows.
Built-in units stow away office supplies and large household items, whilst unique bookshelves display decorative pieces.
The final home tour in this series begins in a super small but stylish living room with a space-saving armless sofa design. The striking black swing arm wall lamp above it is the 1-Arm Rotating Sconce designed by Serge Mouille.
3D wall art creates subtle arches above the couch. A set of round nesting coffee tables complement the curves, whilst a geometric print rug brings sharp contrast.
Over by the TV stand, a round ottoman provides additional, moveable lounge seating, or an occasional footstool. Black and white plaid throws create cosy accents.
decorative vases add the curved aesthetic to the dining table, which is positioned up against the kitchen island in the compact open concept. Asian inspired dining chairs bring curved wooden frames to the set.
Above the smart dining set, a paper globe pendant light casually spans the Asian and Scandi aesthetics.
A wall mounted magazine rack keeps the floor space clear.
A black, white and wood kitchen design melds tranquilly with the serene living room decor.
Black and white floor tiles define the kitchen area from the rest of the living space.
White vertical tiles fashion a clean backsplash across the minimalist kitchen .
A racetrack shaped niche nestles between two architectural arches.
One of the arches visually separates the living space from the small home entryway, where custom closets with built-in shoe cabinets make use of every inch of vertical and horizontal wall space.
More units, a shoe storage shelf and an entryway bench fill the other side of the foyer area. Decorative vases add an artistic touch.
Inside the double bedroom, a geometric bed set and perfectly matching rug create a fresh modern statement.
A black wall sconce swings between providing reading light over the bed and task lighting to the desk. Above the workspace, a set of floating shelves hold books and decorative items.
More books tuck beneath a built-in window seat.
A throw pillow draws geometric print onto a stylish bedroom chair. An archway separates off the bedroom dressing area, and creates an attractive bedroom entryway.
A dressing table is set into the white wardrobes, with contrasting wooden backing. A unique mirror arches inside of the custom piece.
Pistachio green accents energise the pastel kids’ room . Cute bear wall art adds a friendly companion above a unique tonal green and wood plank headboard design. The plank panelling continues across the full width of the room, stopping behind a kids’ desk with storage shelves in the base. A green accent corner encompasses a tower of wall shelves.
Another green accented bookcase is set into the end of the kid’s wardrobe, which is connected onto the end of a bespoke platform bed with storage drawers.
Colourful art accents make fascinating additions to this peacefully grey and white based modern interior, visualised by Maxim Shpinkov . The bright eye-catching art pieces come in the form of stand alone sculpture and solo wall pieces that burst from plain white backdrops. Other works of art inspire rich colour coordinated feature walls that entirely change the character of the spaces they populate. Aside from the home gallery of colour, this interior also plays home to an inspiring collection of contemporary furniture design, a wonderfully open and fluidly functional living space, a restful master bedroom, a playful kid’s room with a homework area, and two striking bathroom decor schemes with dominating marble tile.
Entering this family home at the living room, we come to a modular sofa design with a divided backrest. Instead of acting as a solid divide between the lounge and kitchen diner, the light piece allows an open visual between the two.
A square coffee table makes a quiet match for the contemporary couch. Grey scatter pillows meld with the pale greige upholstery.
In a startling stance of colour, a huge Bearbrick collectible by Medicom Toy gleams between the two large living room windows.
A duo of tower shelving units glow warmly inside the TV wall at the front of the lounge area, where a small library of books fill up the vertical, backlit nooks.
The sleek, custom-built TV unit encompasses several storage cabinets and niches in which to flush fit the TV speakers. A wood veneer media cabinet threads a linear silhouette beneath the wall hung unit, where it provides a run of drawers for movies, games and electronics.
Behind the lounge, a linear chandelier marks the dining space. A second, perpendicular linear chandelier defines the kitchen.
Stunning ceiling roses flare around each gold light fitting. Modern track lights frame decorative ceiling moulding.
A racetrack dining table is encircled by the Neva chair by Marija Ružić Vukmanić & Ruđer Novak-Mikulić for Artisan. A monochrome piece of wall art has been selected to keep the dining area low key, and to allow adjacent kitchen art to command the limelight.
The bold kitchen art establishes bright, abstract interest next to a clean white kitchen island design.
A white marble countertop shines beneath the gold linear suspension light .
Fresh white kitchen units frame a run of metallic gold upper cabinets that lustre in the light. Matching gold island facing catches the light behind a set of three unique kitchen bar stools .
Inside the master, a pair of elegant glass and metal bedroom pendant lights balance out each side of the bed. The lights descend within the recess of a wood framed headboard feature wall with an atmospheric aura.
Simple bedside drawer units flank each edge of the soft grey upholstered bed .
Parallel track lights stream illumination down each walkway around the modern bed.
An underlit floating tv stand provides light at the foot of the bed.
A solid black media shelf confidently complements bold black door hardware across the closets.
The black media shelf transforms into a dressing table as it nears the window wall.
A storage vanity stool pulls up at the floor-to-ceiling vanity mirror.
A modern bathroom vanity pushes black and oak accents through a smooth white marble covered backdrop. Black bathroom faucets complement the dark surface and integrated basin.
The black toilet, flush plate and black towel warmer continue the punchy bathroom accent.
A steel framed shower screen coordinates with a black rainfall showerhead. Recessed shelving nooks in the shower area provide an opportunity for subtle mood lighting.
Moving on into the kids room, we land on a playful black and white rug design.
Superhero Bobbleheads populate a built-in bookcase, lit warmly with LED ribbons. A custom kid’s desk merges with the tower of shelving to form a compact and functional homework area.
An upholstered swivel chair and a radiator under the desk make doing homework more comfortable and cosy.
A white window blind and sheer white drapes filter natural daylight for more comfortable computer screen usage.
Floor-to-ceiling fitted wardrobes capitalise on every inch of available storage space.
A piece of colourful and cute kid’s wall art inspires an orange painted feature wall in the kid’s bedroom decor scheme. A green knitted throw on the kid’s bed picks out a secondary accent colour.
The daybed design makes a neat little sofa during daylight hours–perfect for hanging out with friends. A small wall sconce provides reading light later on in the evening.
Striking white marble tile with abundant black vein dominates this small bathroom design, cladding the narrow floor and a compact vanity area.
At the other end of the room, a marble encased bathtub and wetwall are highlighted by perimeter lighting.
A final marble upstand climbs the cistern concealment wall.
A red saturated wall draws the eye down the hallway from the white living room towards the home entryway.
Red paintwork wraps around to frame an ornate, gilded full length mirror.
Raucous colour explodes from wall art at the other side of the front door, where it draws attention to an entryway table. White closets line the walls of the home entryway, providing copious amounts of storage for outdoor coats, shoes, bags and bulky household cleaning equipment.
Matching white closets create a mirrored effect on the opposite side, edged with luxe gold hardware.
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
