The Ibirapuera Apartment by Casa14 Arquitetura is a never inhabited triplex with an area of 900 square metres in São Paulo, Brazil. Architects Mariana Andersen and Mariana Guardani opened up the once fragmented and shadowy interior as one airy free flowing environment. The three floors of the home have taken on a mezzanine construction, which are integrated by a sculptural staircase design of folded steel plate lined with wood and white stone. An emphasis on bringing the outdoors inside through vertical garden installations and copious planting makes a jungle of a roof kitchen diner space. You will also find a sprawling library in this unique home, and a music room complete with mini stage and bar.
Photographer:Maíra Acayaba
A serene white living room is a welcoming spot in this modernistic home nearby the Ibirapuera Park. A large glass coffee table forms its centre, topped with a leafy canopy of plants. An arrangement of mix and match seating surrounds the centrepiece.
Two brown leather chairs with matching footstools face the sofa. A pale rug holds the furniture arrangement together.
A wood bench seat divides the main lounge space from another small sitting area in front of the hearth.
Glass balustrades reveal the modern staircase design.
A black rug defines a second set of chairs as an individual sitting area.
Going up the staircase, the rooms below can be viewed over and through the mezzanines glass balustrade; a wooden bench seat lines its entire length.
Inspirational art is peppered throughout the home, which brings colour and movement to an otherwise still and white wall decor. Area rugs add further colourful accents to the room along with some standout modern furniture that sheds light on Brazilian design.
A bright blue dining room sideboard complements the colours in wall art.
The formal white dining space , which leads off the main living room, reads almost as an art gallery with its impressive curation. Five chrome globe pendant lights hang above the wooden dining table like a suspended metal sculpture.
Each level of the home was designed for a specific use: The ground floor for living, the second level for work, and the top floor for rest. Up on the 2nd level there is an extensive home library. Hardback books along the mezzanine bench seat hint at the stacks located beyond the doorway.
This has got to be a dream living space for a book lover or even a writer ! Bookshelves cover just about every wall, holding a library of five thousand titles. A large desk area offers a place for quiet study and writing - as the resident of this house is actually a writer who works from home.
A comfortable reading chair , paired with a floor reading lamp , tucked away in one corner offers a more cosy situation in which to thumb through the pages.
A horizontal section has been omitted from a central bookcase so that the line of sight may pass straight on through, as well as natural daylight from the windows.
The ‘windows’ are actually huge retractable glass doors that exit out into a beautiful courtyard. The dialogue between the natural materials of the interior space - wood, glass, light stone and vegetation - and the outer environment makes a luminous and inspiring atmosphere in which to work and live.
A vertical garden engulfs the walls of the courtyard, sending the leaves of tropical plants tumbling from top to bottom.
Another courtyard view can be had from a bar area in the home’s music studio, up on the top floor, which also comes equipped with a mini stage.
Also on the top floor is an entertaining area that is equipped with another kitchen and dining area. We find another vertical garden here with an overwhelming abundance of plants.
The modern kitchen adds a different shade of green to the mix of foliage.
The concrete dining table holds even more planting at its head and down its centre.
Wild greenery makes this dining spot feel like it’s located in a secret garden.
A glass roof shelters the upstairs kitchen diner. Windows look outward through the foliage.
The top floor is also home to a hot tub and a sauna.
are stored in a blue cabinet that matches the finish of the dining room sideboard.
White marble tiling and a smoothly integrated bench seat gives a shower room a minimalist look.
Pool balls climb their way across a concrete interior wall.
A bespoke wooden bench furnishes the concrete wall.
A small cloakroom is fitted with a custom vanity unit, which has a marble basin and a deep sunken countertop.
Wood panelling covers a bedroom headboard wall, which is accessorised with chrome swing arm wall lamps and grey bedside shelves.
The same decor palette is repeated in another bedroom scheme.
Grey closets line a dressing area.
Folded steel plate lined with wood on the bottom and white stone on the top makes up the staircase design that interlinks the three decks of the home.
The roof jacuzzi is open to blue skies.
Wooden decking runs through the roof area.
Red bar tops in the music studio bring a flash of colour.
The top level of the home accommodates even more bathrooms.
Ambient lighting makes an intimate atmosphere.
The ground floor of the home holds the living room, formal dining room, kitchen and service area, along with bedrooms and bathrooms.
The top floor is the home’s leisure area, which has the music studio, a hot tub, sauna and barbecue, permeated by a vertical garden.
The mid level has the extensive library that is integrated into the courtyard garden, where the resident works, reads and writes.
Modern, youthful, and elegant. This home has it all! Expertly designed by Architect, Dinara Yusupova, from U Design , this space has been adorned with an earthy color palette accented with splashes of lively purple and tranquil blue. Not to mention the sleek and stylish white marble that weaves itself through the entire design. The open concept layout was created to accommodate a couple with two children and is equipped to handle everything from larger formal dinners to intimate get-togethers. This cozy home may be small, but it has everything that a modern family could possibly need!
This room has an energetic vibe thanks to elements like the bright white marble, purple accents, and oversized grey couch. Color has been sparingly used in order to make the ultimate impact. All we can say is, mission accomplished! The pop of purple in this room is absolutely breathtaking.
The large modern sofa and ultra-chic coffee table make for the perfect place to lounge in front of the TV and fireplace. Whether you are aching to catch up on your favorite TV shows or looking to get lost in a good book, this living room is the place to be!
A white marble kitchen island is just what this open-concept space called for. An island is a great way to add some extra counter space and create a cozy place for informal dining. Bonus, if you love to have guests over for dinner, it is fantastic for socializing in the kitchen during meal prep.
The purple modern accent chair is quite the seductress is this room. Its large stature and purple hue make it a standout design choice.
White marble has been carried over from the kitchen and used to accent the TV and fireplace. The contrast of black and white makes for a stunning effect!
This home has a very earthy aura, no doubt partly thanks to the large amounts of wood used throughout. Not only has a soft, warm brown been used on the floors, but it has also been carried upwards on the walls. Some may say that wood paneling is passé, but this home proves otherwise!
A table fit for intimate get togethers among friends and family. A punchy color choice of black and purple helps complete this cozy setup, but it isn’t what we first noticed about this dining room. Overhead hangs a modern chandelier that you just can’t miss! Its unique circular design makes it the perfect statement piece.
This marvelous marble kitchen stole our hearts at first glance! From the contrasting charcoal cupboards to the unique kitchen pendant lights , everything is just pure perfection.
We see that the accents of playful purple have been traded for a tranquil blue in this bedroom. The sheer white curtains make sure that during the day this room gets lots of natural light. At night that job falls to the sleek, metallic bedroom pendant lights that can be found hanging over the bedside tables.
A simple designer table lamp highlights a floating marble makeup vanity . This corner of the bedroom has also been fitted with a flatscreen, a full length mirror, and a tuck away vanity seat .
The window treatment pairs both sheer and heavy curtains to create a dynamic duo that is both visually captivating and practical.
Mirror or window? Maybe the best of both worlds. This tinted glass partition makes this bedroom look more spacious, while still allowing the walk-in closet to be separated from the rest of the design. Using glass instead of a wall is a contemporary and unique choice that we can see has also been used to surround the built-in bookcase the the right.
With so many shelves and hanging bars, it would be easy to keep your wardrobe organized in this modern walk-in. The glass and high-shine chrome look amazingly sleek in this small space.
The other side of this walk-in features even more organizing options. There is a spot for everything from dress shirts to shoes.
And in case you weren’t already green with envy from this spacious closet, here is another view for you. You can never have too much closet space!
A whimsical bedroom with a dash of Scandinavian flair. The 4 poster kids’ bed in this room is uniquely shaped like a house and highlighted by string lights. The string lights are a simple addition to any room that will boost the overall energy of the space.
Counting sheep or rocking on a sheep, this room has been designed for both rest and play. We see tons of storage space has been incorporated in to the design to store toys, such as the under bed drawers and a built-in shelving unit.
Shelving and closed cupboards create a built-in that is both organized and modern. The open shelves are perfect for displaying select toys, while the closed cupboards conceal clutter.
An ombre mountain mural takes the place of a plain grey wall on this side of the room. It’s simple, geometric design is captivating, without being overly showy or distracting.
It really is the little things that tie a design together and in this corner, that couldn’t be more true. The polka dot storage cubes , Flow Chair Slim and house shaped wall storage all mesh together effortlessly in this corner. And that cute wooden hippo on the table!? He’s by Kay Bojesen and you can get one of your very own here .
The plush grey rug sprawled on the floor is a great example of the impact that an accent rug can have. In this instance, the rug in this space is used to add a level of coziness and comfort to the bedroom. In other spaces you may notice that accent rugs are used to create texture or add color to a design.
Another bedroom, not dissimilar to the one we have already seen. The big difference in kid’s decor would be the LEGO block accent on the bottom of the bed’s storage drawers, as well as the configuration of the built-in shelving. A subtle difference, but a poignant one.
Beside the door we find some play equipment complete with a rope ladder, hanging rings, and a pull up bar. A great way to burn some energy on rainy days or whenever outside isn’t an option.
We love the use of neutrals paired with the pops of bright colors provided by the toys and kids’ wall decor in this room. The contrast in saturation is absolutely stunning!
Wish upon a star or maybe 100 with an accent wall that has been adorned with modern wallpaper. With the design of this bedroom being so clean and simple, a wallpapered wall infuses the space with a bit of drama.
A unique desk that has been fitted with more LEGO block storage containers. The stylish desk chair you see in this kid’s study space is called the Flow Chair Slim .
We see that the same combo of sheer and heavy curtains have also been utilized in this space. We also couldn’t help to notice the built-in lighting that gives the ceiling its heavenly glow. Day or night, this room will have no lack of light!
An intimate entryway with big contrast. The simple black, white, and gold color scheme is irresistibly glamorous, all without over doing it.
A walk down the hall and we find a simple door surrounded by white decorative paneling. A great example of how variance in depth and texture can take a design from simple to stunning. This space wouldn’t nearly be as eye-catching with plain white walls.
Another glimpse of the wood paneled accent wall. The same soft brown paneling was seen earlier in the kitchen. The use of the same textiles throughout the house really unifies this home.
A luxurious laundry day? Practically unheard of! Unless you live here of course. State of the art stackable washers and lots of shelving and drawers make laundry day a bit more bearable.
A white marble graces the floor of this practical and stylish laundry room. The naturally sporadic veins that lightning across the tiles are perfect for concealing dirt and stains.
Well-organized, practical, and modern. Words that not only describe this laundry room, but this entire home. Kudos to Dinara Yusupova for creating such an awe-inspiring design!
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
