Work hard, play hard, and do it all from a fabulous luxury home office design. Whether your exquisite taste is geared towards a commanding modern home workspace, a decorative neoclassical affair, or a futuristic work environment, this collection of stunning interiors has something to satisfy every CEO. You’ll find plenty of inspiration for decadent decor, unique desks and stylish desk chairs, inviting office lounge spaces, tasteful home office storage ideas, a plethora of designer desk lamps, elegant bookcases and beautiful statement lighting. With your head in the game, you want your space to look as professional as you are, so let’s cut the small talk and get right down to business.
Visualizer:Alesya Kasianenko
Gorgeous green infusions, nature themed art and buddist sculpture promote a zen atmosphere inside our first luxury home office design, which is blessed with a tranquil garden view.
A paper pendant light floats like a celestial orb over the desk, burning its bright form against a backdrop of dark walnut panels.
A chic white marble planter builds one side of the modern home office desk , whilst a clear perspex support makes an almost invisible counterpart.
The marble planter houses a beautiful bonsai tree, which brings nature kissed serenity to the desktop.
At the opposite side of the zen home office, a small green sofa complements the bonsai tree’s uplifting green accent. Delicate floral artwork is stretched over an elegant rounded canvas and gently backlit to create soft mood lighting.
A pewter Buddha statue rests peacefully on a small plinth to one side of the sofa, evoking a meditative spirit.
Visualizer:Maxim Goryachev
Peace is forgotten in our next piece of luxury home office inspiration, replaced instead by a huge combative display of weaponry. Decorative swords are sectioned into categories to create a diligently ordered arrangement.
Bookshelves are set aglow on each side of the armoury wall to build drama and intrigue. A regal chesterfield sofa stretches below the display, accessorised with grey and black scatter cushions that complement the steel blades and leather scabbards.
Unique walnut wall panels feature subtle geometric cuts pieced inside the grain to create an exquisite border across the width of the room. A stunning modern chandelier bestows a crown of crystal light.
Visualizer:Yekaterina Mar
Fit for a CEO, this golden office space is the height of sophistication. An imposing desk design dominates the huge room, set against a scene of textured tile and tasteful wall panelling.
Hundreds of tiny bulbs shape a modern chandelier above the desk. A modern chandelier lights up the adjacent wall.
The desk top extends a cantilevered edge, outstretched toward the window.
Blinds open up to reveal a smaller courtyard window situated between two entry doors. A television screen rises from inside of a secretive black cabinet, and descends again to reveal the green vista.
A projector screen fills the stretch of wall space above the ultra long fireplace.
Visualizer:Yekaterina Mar
This futuristic interior features a gravity defying desk design that would look at home on-board an interstellar ship. A sleek ergonomic desk chair awaits the captain.
A cutaway bookshelf follows the line of the desk to create one sweeping statement. SImilar silhouettes cross the dropped ceiling design just beyond the partition wall.
Visualizer:Vũ Hưng Thịnh
LED ribbons stripe the depths of a dark bookcase design in our next sophisticated scheme, where chrome accessories reflect the glow. A designer table lamp dips its beak toward the desk’s surface like a wading waterbird.
Creamy window drapes complement the soft cushioned desk chair and blend gently with light paintwork.
Designer:KNK_ARCHITECTS| Visualizer:Korobov Vladimir & Ekaterina Korobeynikova
An arty rug design brings a blast of upbeat yellow into this trendy home office interior, which has a quirky mid century modern essence.
An inviting home office lounge has been fashioned at one side of the room, where one can take a breather or take in some important reading beneath the elegant modern floor lamp. A pair of hexagon coffee tables step a white and walnut finish over the multicoloured rug.
Dual aspect floor to ceiling windows surround the home workspace with the energising effects of nature. A small family of mature cacti are grouped on the concrete floor, bringing the great outdoors inside.
A retro inspired pendant dangles a moment of sculptural art over the mid century modern desk design. An ergonomic desk chair ensures hours of comfort at the computer screen.
Visualizer:梦太初
Unusual forms give this workspace a cheeky fun factor. From a zebra stripe balancing bear sculpture and a balloon loving bunny to an eccentric sloping desk design, this place is as unique as it is chic.
Copper accents create warm lustre inside the black and white room decor palette. Concealed storage spaces pale into obscurity behind handle-free slab front unit doors. Black book shelves arrest the eye and draw in the onlooker with mysterious columns of vertical light that trickle between the stacks.
Designer:Ab Architects| Visualizer:Max Chapliuk
Deeply decorative crown moulding instantly sets a luxurious tone for this neoclassical interior design . Raw concrete rushes up to contrast the classical element.
Golden bookshelves stand poised on slender legs against a rich wood chevron floor design. The substantial desk has been selected in a perfectly matching deep wood tone finish.
A huge canvas props behind the desk to add culture to another rugged concrete covered wall.
An understated settee reclines tastefully across the window wall, under the illumination of a unique modern floor lamp .
Designer:Hany Saad Innovations| Visualizer:Mirna ElSharkawy
A big boss needs a big desk, and this one should do the job very well. The L-shaped work area is so large that it’s been possible to set up a stylish meeting area right in front with two lounge chairs and a coffee table between.
A huge round rug maps out the main stage, whilst a sociable coffee area with an attached kitchen unfolds at the back of the room.
Luxe black marble pulls the eye toward a huge TV with striking white vein, like bolts of white hot electricity. In smart contrast, the remainder of the room is traditional panel moulding under a quietly cream finish, which zones a relaxing sunny lounge.
Visualizer:Nilüfer Taşkın
Luxurious does not necessarily mean large scale, as this small home office design proves. A modest desk and slimline desk chair fit neatly into a nook of bookshelves. Two small stools provide practical space-saving extra seating.
An awkward wall shape has been turned into a positive feature with luxe decorative wall panelling. A unique sideboard provides extra storage and the opportunity to display art. A lighting soffit hugs the perimeter, flooding light over every detail.
A stylish desk lamp elevates the desk arrangement.
Visualizer:Ruslan Latypov
If there’s no obvious place to display art within the home office, then let outdoor space become your gallery with an opportunely placed garden statue.
This particular home office actually gains boundless beauty from edge-to-edge garden views on both sides. Rows of floating shelves nestle evenly between the glass, behind a centrally situated desk. String pendant lights push the layout off-centre to disrupt the uniformity.
Visualizer:ArtPartner Architects
Bond villains always have the most luxurious headquarters, and this rugged rock statement wall reminds us of a cool secret mountain lair. Black panel overlays keep the look sleek and sophisticated. A black linear suspension light boldly spans an understated desk design.
Wood ceiling planks build contrasting warmth across the unique grey and black room design.
Visualizer:Kaminskyi Interiors
As part of a bedroom, facing the desk toward the back of the room keeps work and relaxation areas separate. A lounge area makes an ideal soft transition zone.
This bedroom office area attaches fully to a walk in wardrobe via bifold doors–befitting surroundings for those in the fashion industry.
Visualizer:Ermek Tolo
Scholarly books, intriguing art and interesting artifacts conjure the ambiance of an eccentric university professor’s office. A modern desk keeps the look sharp and current.
The other side of the room firmly establishes a decidedly more contemporary feel, with a curved sofa design, statement lounge chairs and an ultra modern metal chandelier.
Visualizer:Romuald Chaigneau
Another for neoclassical lovers, this spectacular room houses a sleek home office arrangement with emerald accent chairs and an imposing white and walnut desk design. A sputnik chandelier engages the eye with the magnificent ceiling rose.
Architect:DUarchitects| Designer:Kuskin / May| Visualizer:Black Cube Archviz
Reposeful in its simplicity, this room design sets down neutral ground for a double workspace.
Visualizer:Li’s Design
The golden glow of backlit shelves floods through this glass wall home office design to enrich the neighbouring space.
Visualizer:Dolorem Interior Design
A deep window reveal is clad with wood effect panelling in a bid to meld the walls, window and floor into one smooth, undistracting entity.
Visualizer:A1 Vision
The Reuleaux triangle desk is cool, but as the floor lamp sharply points out, it’s all about the view in this one.
Visualizer:Martin Sanchez Crocci
Sophisticated and stately, this elegant brown and cream design is tailor-made for the lord of a modernised manor.
Visualizer:Makseem Knife
Custom fit furniture utilises every inch of our final home office layout.
Desk drawers on castors allow the long desk area to be split into multiple workspaces as desired.
A cosy sofa pulls up to the glow of illuminated library shelves and two modern wall sconces for perusing literature and documents, or taking five.
On a beautiful green belt conservation area in the UK stands a wonderful 150 square metre lakehouse, created by architects Hamish & Lyons . The team were given the challenge to redevelop three disconnected flood prone outbuildings as add-on living space for the existing house. Emphasis was initially placed on the needs of the homeowners’ five boys, ages 5 to 15, though the final inspiring design magnetises in the whole family. Glass walls openly connect each new space with nature and tranquil waters, as well as uplifting daylight and tactile natural materials. The buildings are lifted high and dry above the swelling lake, which allows the residents to enjoy extended swimming underneath.
Due to the conservation status of the spectacular site, the flood zone and surrounding listed buildings, planning permission was heavily constrained. This led to a lengthy three year process and a grand total of five planning applications to get the final go-ahead. However, the vision was one worth fighting for.
The two new buildings have been seamlessly connected to the traditional family home by a floating glass walkway, which creates the feeling of exiting into the great outdoors without ever having to put on your shoes.
The glass link leads directly into the largest of the two volumes. This multifunctional garden room with a bathroom and bed deck has been claimed by the kids as an amazing playroom. The new volume can also be accessed from the patio of the main house, which gives access to a raised viewing deck over the property’s small private lake.
Glass walls take the lakeside view all the way up to the rafters of the pitched roof, pulling a panorama of green treetops inside. The second new structure is a self-contained guest house, which contains a living space with a full kitchen and dining area, a utility corridor, a bathroom and a bed deck.
Resembling a modern take on a Southeast Asian long house, the architecture creates a zen-like gateway into nature. The centre of the roofline cracks open with end-to-end skylights, drawing in a skyscape of passing clouds, the warmth of sunshine, or an evening sky of magical moonlight and twinkling stars.
Slender stilts lightly elevate the glass buildings clear of the lake and allow level access with the main floor of the original house. The tall stilts also also allow the family to swim right underneath the structures.
A fairytale-like pathway winds across the water’s surface to The Stepping Stone House, where it joins with the outer deck of the guest volume.
The new architecture removes visual constraints to peacefully merge the homeowners with the majestic landscape.
Inside the garden room/playroom, a sturdy wooden rectangle dining table and dining bench provides a practical spot for family meals and kids’ crafting sessions.
The dining area inside the smaller guest house employs a sunshine yellow colourway to evoke a welcoming atmosphere. Water jets form jovial dancing archways of water.
Prefabricated sections facilitated a brief construction period on site, like the oak panel cladding to the roof soffits that feature tapered ends to the visible face.
The two new buildings open up to each other via large sliding glass doors, and connect via a bridge over the small lake. At night, the spaces can be secured and screened behind blinds.
When darkness falls, exterior lighting installations gently highlight the surrounding mature trees to maintain the long views out to the vast garden. Bright lights safely illuminate the stepping stones.
The stepping stones are reached via a sheltered pathway around the site, which advances through a garden of primordial tree ferns that stand two to three metres high.
Natural materials unite the buildings with the tree covered landscape.
The stepping stones reach an outdoor staircase on the side of the guest house.
A cantilevered deck extends a peaceful place for reflection above the lake.
The pathway around the home meandres wildly to elongate the picturesque journey and maximise engagement with nature. Together with the snaking pathway, the bridged buildings complete one continuous circuit.
The old spatial arrangement of the home, annex, garden and additional outbuildings was not working for the family. The disconnected volumes were underused and frequently flooded. Garden areas between were regrettably unappreciated.
The disconnected annex has now been replaced by the largest of the two buildings, and fluidly linked to the main house with the glass walkway. Underused outbuildings were removed in favour of integral landscaping around the outskirts of the site. The guest house now stands in alignment with the new summer house/playroom (where the old annex once stood) with the connecting bridge between.
New decks provide further links with the main house to firmly establish flow.
The guest house floor plans illustrate the utility corridor that lies en route to the downstairs bathroom, along with a spacious open plan lounge area just off the kitchen diner. Upstairs, the bed deck has views down through the living room void, and out to the treetops.
Stepping Stone House side elevation, illustrating new volumes in relation to the existing main house. Thanks to this water centric project, the architectural team have now developed the design as a building system that can be applied to other lakeside sites, coastal sites or floodplains.
Guest house side elevation with outdoor staircase and deck.
Architecture climatology.
Section drawing through the roof eaves and specialist clerestory glazing assembly.
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
