An abundance of windows open up a 105 square metre apartment in ‘Portal’, one of the best residential apartment buildings in the city centre of Kyiv, Ukraine. Visualised by Obriy Architects , the main focus of this project was to accept as much natural light as possible to the space, whilst warm toned natural materials were embraced to give the home a peaceful, welcoming feel. A modular sofa was situated as an evolving entity in the home, one that can shape-shift to accommodate different occasions or fashion different moods. Cordless living room lamps assist the ever changing flow of the fluid interior, and a TV set slips in and out of its mount for occasional viewing.

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by Paola Lenti create a changeable layout in the lounge zone. Since the units of the sofa work independently, the room can be changed up to induce different moods and accommodate different functions.

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Battery operated cordless floor lamp s move along with the shape-shifting sofa design.

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A unique coffee table lays down a luxe moment of swirling black marble.

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Textiles and furnishings are light in colour and soft in texture to create a calm and homey vibe.

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Walls are painted off-white to merge with the natural palette.

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Natural plaster textures the focal wall behind the TV, adding a warm organic essence.

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Windows are situated at regular intervals along the length and breadth of the room, and stand out darkly in contrasting black frames.

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The base of the TV stand is built from a huge wooden beam that’s left rough and rugged around the edges, which also makes a great spot for a turntable and some vinyl. The TV set slips away inside a sleek sleeve when not in use.

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The designers decided to emphasise the abundance of window frames inside a gallery wall of sorts, cladding the surrounding spaces with wood panelling. Made to measure floating shelves link the frames.

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Radiators have been boxed in with matching wood effect cases to achieve a smooth clean finish along the ‘gallery’ wall. Drawers make use of space between the heating elements.

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The window gallery visually connects the lounge zone with the kitchen and dining space.

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Minimalist wooden dining chairs and a bleached American ash rectangle dining table make up a stylish six place set by Australian designer Amee Allsop.

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A pair of linear suspension lights team up to draw the full length of the large dining table.

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Golden wood tone, a warm grey microcement floor and a natural rug make a softly melded decor palette.

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By night, a gallery of city lights twinkle across the wall of windows.

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The adjacent kitchen is by Steininger. Precise lines create a monolithic aesthetic.

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A modern fruit bowl creates the table centrepiece with a plethora of fresh fruit.

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The black marble bowl ties in with the unusual coffee table design over in the lounge area.

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A white kitchen island makes fresh and pure contrast against the wood grain panelled walls, and a stretch of wood effect kitchen cabinets.

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A stainless steel element builds an interesting point of interest within the kitchen design, where a built-in planter makes a bed for kitchen herbs.

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Hydroponic lights give the plants a supply of sun even at night.

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The wall of wood effect cabinets melt into the background of the room design, as they mimic the sounding wooden wall panels. Only a row of recessed black pull handles clue the eye into a difference in function.

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The black handle line slices parallel above the kitchen island , cutting through a matching black faucet.

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Minimalist wall art echoes the kitchen’s crisp parallel lines. Interior doors camouflage into the warm white walls with colour coordinated hardware, and not a millimeter of door frame.

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The master bedroom is located on the other side of the lounge TV wall, and sports the same textured plaster work for a cosy feel. Two modern bedroom pendant lights highlight the feature wall’s deep tactility.

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Atmospheric lighting shapes the minimalist bedroom .

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LEDs instill a floating effect under a bespoke platform bed design.

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Another LED ribbon blazes along the top of the headboard that runs the full width of the bedroom.

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Just like in the living room, a wooden boxed finish encases the bedroom radiator and frames the window.

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The LED headboard lights lead the eye to a minimalist closet and freestanding garment rail. A full length mirror visually widens the enclosed space.

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Drawers are concealed inside the flat wooden elements, keeping one consistent look through the whole apartment.

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The master bathroom is not an ensuite, but it is located right outside the bedroom door. Pattern dances across tiles from a collection called Set by Sant’agostino ceramics. Black wash basins from Ceramica Galassia make up a distinctive double sink bathroom vanity .

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A matching toilet and bidet set complete the black ceramic set. A pale microcement floor follows on from the kitchen and living room material palette.

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The dark ceramic colourway emphasizes the tall and elegant shape of the thin cylindrical bathroom sinks .

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A tinted shower screen drops in a coffee coloured divider.

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The 3D perspective drawing shows how a partially dividing wall helps to zone the long living space, by establishing a subtle separation between the cosy lounge area and the kitchen and dining zone. We also gain a clearer picture of the extent of cabinetry that furnishes the window gallery walls.

An ideal office chair should provide users with durable comfort for long periods of time. Its design needs to be ergonomic, ideally with lumbar support and a variety of adjustments to relieve body discomfort during a long shift. Desirable options include memory foam cushions, mid-to-high backs, and soft leather upholstery, real or faux. Arms should be adjustable to support different tasks and ensure comfortable work on the computer. Last but not least, the best office chair should look great, whether minimalistic, mid-century modern, or traditional. Check our curated collection of leather office chairs and find the right model for your work setting.

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Eames Style Group Management Chair

: Sleek and minimalist, this chair boasts all highlights of classic Eames style. It’s designed for efficiency and comfort, with ergonomic lines and reliable back support for daily use. Glossy chrome details make the perfect contrast to durable polyurethane faux leather ribbed upholstery. Get the original here .

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Eames-Style Group Executive Chair in Black

A lightweight, die-cast aluminum frame with a leather sling was called “sitting pocket” by its designers. It features several adjustment options to fully conform to the body’s shape. This is an authentic Eames chair designed by Herman Miller.

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Modern Brown Leather Office Chair

Elegant, high-back executive office chair features reliable back support, packed in ergonomic design. Faux leather upholstery sits on a polished chrome frame, with 360-degree swivel capability balanced on a stable five-point base with rolling caster wheels.

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white office chair

Simple and gorgeous or simply gorgeous, this chair combines equal portions of beauty and functionality. Durable ribbed white vinyl back provides natural posture support, while padded cushion and the armless construction make a versatile piece, suitable for a home office, conference rooms, and desk work.

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Brown Leather Office Chair

Soft and sturdy, this chair features a refined yet masculine silhouette, communicating style as much as efficiency. With adjustable height, and a slightly leaned back position, the shape and angle of the seat deliver plenty of comfort for long conference calls.

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Executive Leather Office Chair

Modern, ergonomic form with a backrest adjustable from 87 to 106 degrees, and headrest thickly padded with high-density sponge, makes the pause as comfortable as work. The multifunctional mechanism features adjustable seat height and 360 degrees swivel on smooth-rolling wheels.

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Camel Leather Office Chair

Efficiency and comfort should come in a stylish package, and this office chair in camel shade delivers. With a sturdy base in polished chrome, its design feels refreshing, sleek, and ready to support high productivity. Ergonomic, thick padded seat ensures that long work hours will pass undisturbed.

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Rustic Top Grain Leather Office Chair

Who says that office furniture must be only cold, minimalist, and strictly modern? This gorgeously rustic, genuine leather office chair makes the case with its strong inviting flair. Top grain finish, thick padding, and wooden details complete the statement look ideal for a tranquil home office…or any office.

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Armless Tufted Leather Office Chair

Sophisticated and beautiful, this armless office chair is an ideal addition to a contemporary office. Transitional design distinguishes this tufted chair from standard industrial-flair models, making it an ideal choice for a home office, where it will effortlessly blend with the rest of the furniture.

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La-Z-Boy Fairmont Big & Tall Executive Leather Office Chair

Thick, soft headrest, backrest and armrests, and backrest are padded with a high-density sponge to deliver unparalleled comfort. Adjustable backrest ranges between 87 and 106 degrees angle, with the lock-in-place, multifunctional mechanism. Work, then lie down and make a pause - no need to move to the armchair. Smooth-rolling wheels support movability with a 360-degree swivel.

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La-Z-Boy Bennet Big & Tall Executive Leather Office Chair With Lumbar Support

Sharp and rigid at a first glance, but soft and comfortable at another, this white chair is an excellent addition to your office, whether at home or not. Elaborated style with discreet wooden details will effortlessly fit into a broad range of interior styles, as a statement or a discreet piece.

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La-Z-Boy Delano Big & Tall Executive Bonded Leather Office Chair

Very “business-y” but still fit for home interiors, this soft, thickly padded chair follows the trace of quintessential office design. Fully adjustable, with memory foam cushioning, it contours to your body, and supports up to 350 pounds of weight.

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Grey Serta Air Lumbar Bonded Leather Manager’s Office Chair

Grey leather looks and feels refreshing, while mesh details and contrast stitches enrich this design with a lot of dynamic. Layered body pillows, padded armrests, and lumbar cushions provide back support and help improve posture, while multi-surface, dual-wheel casters support ease of movement.

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Faux Leather Cross Legged Kneeling Office Chair

Long work hours do not have to lead to issues that typically come with a sedentary lifestyle. Kneeling office chairs make more use of your time by forcing/allowing your body to move. It’s like a light workout that will keep you active all day long.

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Ergonomic Backless Kneeling Office Chair

For those who prefer mid-solution between sitting and kneeling, this office chair diverts gravity, helping to relieve waist pressure and keep your back and tuck your abdomen. It is supported by a steel frame, with cushions made of PU leather.

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Blue Leather Swivel Office Chair

If you are looking for an interesting design, try this barber-chair style. Muted blue PU leather and wood chair sits on a sturdy stainless steel base, swivel with adjustable height lift and back. The high-density foam ensures effortless comfort for long work hours.

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Pink Tufted Leather Office Chair

This stylish, tufted office chair for a princess-in-soul features no hidden pea inside its soft padding. High-quality leather is flexible, delicate to the touch, easy to clean, flexible, while a streamlined back cushion filled with high resilience sponge delivers ergonomic comfort.

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Black Leather Reclining Office Chair

Everyone needs a short pause from time to time, especially between two tasks. While waiting for a conference call, the best way to relax is stretching your feet and back in a multifunctional, ergonomic, reclining chair with added pillows for extra comfort. High-load bearing feet are sturdy and durable, suitable for extended use.

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Modern Grey Leather Office Chair

Modern, versatile design of this chair will complete the look of any office space, from dentist to a home computer desk. Superior lumbar support and padded armrests ensure comfort, while lux chrome finish and vertically ribbed vinyl upholstery boast striking style, built to last.

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Leather Adjustable Swivel Desk Chair with Arms

This adjustable swivel office chair is a modern addition to any home office, where it will effortlessly fit into the existing style. Bright but stain-resistant upholstery with back cushions provides superior comfort, while smooth-rolling casters and 360-degree swivel support ease of movement.

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High Backed Genuine Leather Office Chair

The Vanderbilt Leather Executive Chair boasts a distinctive bottle-like design, with a high-profile backrest ergonomically curved to hold your back in the ideal position. Generous proportions and wide polished steel armrests support comfort, while the stainless steel base features strong casters for easy mobility.

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Modern White Mid-Back Faux Leather Office Chair

A chromed steel rolling frame of this modern white chair is covered with soft leatherette in a simple but strong design. Its simplicity is ready to make a statement, whether as a part of a home office or a large conference room.

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Grey High-Backed Modern Office Chair

When big projects are about to take place it takes long hours to dive in. This eye-catching conference chair looks like the perfect assistance to make sure everything goes smoothly. Crafted with a steel frame in polished chrome, and a padded waterfall seat upholstered with foam-filled vinyl, it’s a perfect blend of comfort and contemporary.

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Statement White Leather Office Chair

If you sit in it, make sure you love it! This simple yet striking design hugs your body and supports your posture as long as you need it. In the meantime, it will attract all eyes in the room and trigger conversations, by simply being there looking its best.

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Wood And Faux Leather Office Chair

A metal frame with glossy leather upholstery boasts softness and durability. This attractive mid-back office chair supports your back region with the tilt lock mechanism and contoured backrest. Contemporary, curvy design effortlessly blends in any environment, whether it’s a commercial or home office.

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Wood and Leather Office Chair With Arm Rests

A perfect addition to your office, built for motion, versatility, and multitasking, this chair is designed to help you stay productive. It’s built from rich-textured, solid wood, fixed to a steel base, and ready to be used at multiple workstations in your office.

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Modern White Office Chair Accented in Gold

Just because you need to be productive, doesn’t mean you can’t be glamorous. This fine chair features a steel frame awash in a gold finish, and a seat upholstered in foam-filled faux leather. The result is a luxurious, inviting feel, enriched with adjustments for added convenience.

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High-Backed Office Chair With Headrest

If you are looking to add a modern style to your workplace, then this executive chair is for you. It’s designed to highlight the place with a convenient, stylish touch. A pliable seating surface features stitching details on curved contours, an adjustable butterfly mechanism, and a 360-degree swivel for improved mobility.

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Minimalist Grey Leather Office Chair

A contemporary style of this chair is defined by PU faux leather upholstery, biscuit tufted for a tailored touch, and thick padding that provides both comfort and support. Stainless steel frame in a gleaming chrome finish and hooded caster wheels round up this design, ready to (rock ‘n) roll.

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Green Mid-Back Leather Office Chair

Nothing like a retro-inspired chair to update your home office or a study room, adding some extra style. With adjustable height, chrome steel armrests, caster wheels for mobility, and tilt & lock function, this multifunctional design is everything you need and a bit more.

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Green Mid-Back Leather Office Chair

Vibrant hues stimulate the mind and boost the mood. This lime green chair might be just the dash of spice you need to get things going. With the strong steel base and soft-lined leather seat, its lightweight design blends right in without disturbing room proportions or adding weight.

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Mid-Century Tan Leather Office Chair

This leather chair rocks mid-century-inspired style, ready to blend into a home office or workplace cubicle. Its design is modest in proportions, yet loses nothing in comfort, with a padded seat, round arms, and a solid back with vertical accents. The chair includes a pneumatic lever for height adjusting and five casters for easy transport.

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Cheap Minimalist White Armless Leather Office Chair

Simple and gorgeous, this armless chair takes minimal space but provides maximal visual impact. Its streamlined contemporary style is padded and enveloped in tufted PU leather upholstery. The arched backrest provides lumbar support, while the contoured seat adds comfort.

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Elegant Brown Bucket Leather Office Chair

This task chair rocks a bucket-inspired seat with flared arms, constructed on a strong, steel frame. Visible stitches, piped trim, and rich leather texture, deliver a tailored flair, filled with foam to provide the right amount of support, enhanced by adjustable height.

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Gaming Executive Office Chair for Long Work Hours

Some claim there’s no chair more comfortable for long work hours than a gamer chair. This ergonomic computer chair makes the case, with a high-density memory foam seat, high backrest, and wide armrests. It’s multifunctional, versatile, highly adjustable, and above all - ultimately comfortable.

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White Modern High-Backed Leather Office Chair

So modern that it could easily find its home as a part of a Sci-Fi movie set, this white office chair features a soft, thicky padded seat upholstered in a blend of real and faux leather. Ergonomic shape with tilt mechanism provides strong lumbar support, while the flip-up armrests ensure comfortable work.

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Big and Tall, High-Load Massage Leather Office Chair

This sturdy office chair with an ergonomic design is designed to provide maximum support with added convenience. Soft padding and headrest eliminate the pressure that comes from long sitting hours. The massage option delivers slight vibrations that reduce fatigue even further. Versatile adjustments allow for perfect customization and unparalleled comfort.

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Versatile Green Minimalist Leather Office Chair

Clean line of this adjustable swivel chair is inspired by the mid-century aesthetic. Elegant, ribbed design defines a sophisticated piece of modern office furniture that easily blends into contemporary office space, yet doesn’t feel strange in a traditional home environment. Ergonomic, sleek profile aligns with your body contour and offers extraordinary support.

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Statement Minimalist Leather Office Chair in White and Gold

This beautiful and ergonomic design bears the spirit of art deco with a modern twist. Adjustable computer chair is an ideal statement addition to a home office, sleek and clean, yet comfortable and strong. It features lumbar support with a tilt-back mechanism, pneumatic seat-height adjustment, 360-degree swivel, and smooth-rolling casters.

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Genuine Leather Office Chair

Elegant design of this executive office chair is highlighted in cushioned bonded leather upholstery and sophisticated professional appearance. It eliminates the pressure on your upper body to reduce fatigue and improve productivity. Ergonomically contoured and softly padded seat ensures maximum comfort for a long day at the office.

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Statement Genuine Leather Office Chair

Here’s a statement chair that provides comfort and support while attracting all attention in the room. Vintage black top grain leather covers its horizontal panel frame, while the high back design relieves stress in the lower back. The pneumatic lever allows effortless adjustment of the seat to your desired height.

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Traditional, Genuine Top-Grain Leather and Wood Office Chair

A classic silhouette with a modern twist results in a transitional office chair ready to blend in the broad range of interior designs. It comes with four specific functions: a 360-degree swivel, a tilt-back mechanism for added comfort, adjustable tension, and a tilt-lockout. Premium top-grain leather and natural wood properties ensure that every piece is subtly distinctive and unique.

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Mid-Back White Eames Leather Office Chair

There’s a good reason why the name of Charles and Ray Eames is still the epitome of office design. Each one of their pieces aims - and succeeds - to fulfill the practical needs and satisfy all senses. This luxuriously padded chair improves the look of any office space, and comes with the addition of thick, plush cushions for significant additional comfort.

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Mid-Century Modern Eames Executive Black Leather Office Chair

Can it be more mid-century? This iconic piece is an authentic Eames Executive Chair by Herman Miller. Also known as the Time-Life Chair, it’s initially created for the executive floors of New York City’s Time-Life Building. The generously sized chair is height-adjustable, comfortable, and ready to swivel and tilt.

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Taper Chair by Mark Goetz, High-Backed Leather Office Chair

The Taper Chair is a result of designer Mark Goetz’s attempts to achieve “the quality feel of a high-performance automobile seat, something that gives you the personal fit of a custom-tailored suit.” The chair offers strong spinal and lumbar support, while its SuperSeat technology yields a responsive surface to improve circulation.

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Iskos-Berlin’s Fiber Leather Office Chair

Another iconic piece of this list, the Fiber chair by Muuto is a blend of wood and plastic fibers in an innovative composite material. Soft curves combined with an environmentally friendly compound provided a distinctive texture that defined its unique character. Besides being a perfect addition to the office/home office environment, it can also serve as a dining room chair.

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Leather Office Chair By Hee Welling

About A Chair is a successful combination of a sleek metal base, a plush padded seat, and leather upholstery on the backside. The soft quilted shell makes this chair exceptionally comfortable, while the bucket-shaped seat promises top comfort. This chair works equally well around a dining table and in front of a computer table.

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Cherner Leather Office Chair

A sleek line defines relaxed, cool aesthetics of Cherner chair, ready to spice up any modern workspace. Its minimal look and design make a strong but subtle statement. This durable, leather office chair is a successful fusion of molded plywood shell, steel arms with wood armrests, and a sturdy steel base with casters.

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Eames Soft Pad Executive Chair in Black Leather

A comfortable classic, Eames Soft Pad Executive Chair by Herman Miller is the upgraded version of the Eames Aluminum Chair. Enriched by individually upholstered cushions, a pneumatic lift and tilt-swivel mechanism, this cushy chair is ready to provide reliable support during a long workday.

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Saarinen Executive Office Chair In Leather

Originally introduced in 1946, this iconic model reflects Eero Saarinen’s desire to create a chair with a shape that provides comfort regardless of cushion thickness. The result is molded, reinforced polyurethane back, and a contoured plywood seat. Clean lines and swiveling base make this classical chair as fit to a modern, style-conscious office of the 21st century as ever before.

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Charles Pollock Executive Armchair with Aluminum Frame and Leather Upholstery

This executive armchair was one of the pieces that secured the position of Charles Pollock in the furniture scene of the ‘60s. It’s an iconic, timeless symbol of mid-century design, defined by balancing ergonomics as the ideal blend of form and function. The iconic office chair features a unique aluminum rim in a polished or satin finish that doesn’t rust, tarnish, or fade and protects the chair from damage.

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