Designed to be home to a pair of doctors and their new born baby, this place was created in a way that would best serve the very limited family time available to the owners, under their serious work constraints. Architects at Greenbox Design considered how the residents could share family spaces with the utmost comfort and fluidity to make every second count when they are together. Minimalist interiors facilitate an easy living style, and a courtyard presents the family with a taste of nature without even having to leave their home. The busy clients fell in love at first concept of the home design, and the Ari House was quickly born in Ari, Bangkok.
Not only does the name “Ari” reflect the location of the house, but in the Thai language “Ari” means kind and generous. The spaces inside this home are designed to make the little time the family get to spend together feel more generous - although this is disguised behind a deceptively narrow modern home exterior .
A car port nestles beneath the overhanging first floor of the home, large enough to park each of the doctors cars under cover.
The side wall of the home guards a narrow garden, where a tree grows up into the architecture.
The mature tree has been given its own window in the side of the building.
Emerald green tree branches explode through the pure white concrete.
Moving into the courtyard, we find an abundantly green space, graced with a Koi fish pond. A huge ceiling fan cools the area to keep it pleasant in the Bangkok heat.
Just beyond the pond, large windows reveal a glimpse of the family dining room. The expanse of glass allows instant access to precious moments of family life right out of the car port.
Skylights flood the courtyard with brightness.
A floating staircase begins in the courtyard, rising on the opposite side to the climbing trees.
Inside the family dining kitchen, dining chairs look out into the courtyard. A backless dining bench on the other side of the table presents an opportunity to turn and gaze out at the swimming Koi.
Walls of glass surround the upper floor, to absorb all views the beautiful courtyard has to offer, and all natural light the skylights seek to give.
A modest sized lounge looks out over the treetops in the courtyard. A pure white modern sofa builds a peaceful and restful look, which is warmed by wood flooring and accompanying furniture.
Windows to the front of the house present an alternative view, and the third window behind the TV setup accepts additional light that permeates the outer walls of the building.
There is a cutout in the living room ceiling that supports a fun hammock area, which connects this floor and its inhabitants with those above it.
A home workspace is located at the back of the living room, along with a large bank of storage units to conceal files, reference books and supplies.
A couple of peg boards back the home workspace area, creating opportunity for repositionable shelving. A small plant drops delicate tendrils of greenery from high storage nooks above the desk, as a little continuation of the lush green window views.
There is a minimalist bedroom up in the treetops too, where the tired doctors (and brand new parents) can get some rest.
At the foot of the bed there is some custom built cabinetry fashioned around a flatscreen TV, which keeps the TV wall looking flush and uncluttered.
Heavy grey curtains hang in wait to be drawn closed over those big bright windows when instant darkness is required for a daytime catchup on sleep–or favourite TV shows.
An extremely generous walk in wardrobe is kitted out in made-to-measure wood units. Glass fronted closets keep dust of precious designer items, whilst keeping the contents on display for quick selection.
A simple glass vase adorns a glass shelf.
The minimalist bathroom follows a grey and white colour scheme, with some wood tone turning up the visual temperature.
A small wooden stool serves a curvaceous freestanding tub with fresh towels.
On the wall, a wooden towel rail has a box planter incorporated into its design.
More plants creep in over and around the vanity area on the other side of the bathroom; soft ambient lighting illuminates their pretty leaves.
A terrazzo vanity supports a round vessel sink, in front of a circular bathroom mirror, A cube shaped wooden wall unit serves as a pleasant buffer between the wash area and the adjacent toilet.
A sunny landing runs between the two ends of the house.
LED lights climb alongside the wooden treads of the modern staircase design .
When we reach the floor above the living room, we view the hammock floor installation right side up.
Cushions have been thrown onto the ropes to make this a thoroughly comfortable area on which to hang out, or even snooze for a while.
A white metal staircase crosses above the hammock installation, leading to a mezzanine level.
Bookcases inhabit the side of the staircase, with the higher stacks easily accessible from the higher steps.
The mezzanine has been designed especially for a music lover , playing host to nothing but a drum kit. It appears the doctors love a bit of rock ’n’ roll, but shh, don’t wake the baby!
Cool, crisp and serene, these two minimalist home interior tours redefine the idea of a ‘welcoming’ space. Our modern world is a chaotic and fast paced environment with many distractions. We are plugged in and on the go 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so maybe simplification of our surroundings is what’s needed to quieten our minds. “Tidy home, tidy mind” many might say, and these calm and uncluttered interiors would certainly be conducive to a more present state, or even a meditative mindset. Let’s look at how to pare back to a minimalist aesthetic whilst still striking a stylish note with beautiful furniture and lighting, and uplifting natural elements.
Designer:Marra Group| Visualizer:Marra Group
Located in Kyiv, Ukraine, our first home starts in a cool grey and white living room. The modern sofa stands in a minimalist profile with a low back. The coffee table is simply the table top itself, laid flat on the floor for minimal fuss.
A tiny floor lamp shines bright enough at dusk, making a cosy reading corner and showcasing the large artwork that’s propped behind the arm of the couch. Thick grey curtains give the minimalistic room a sense of comfort and sophistication.
Dual aspect windows throw natural light into the bright room. A single white armchair has a beautifully curvaceous yet unfussy design; it also follows the floor hugging, sans leg furniture theme of the sofa and coffee table.
A modern fireplace wraps the chimney breast on two sides, which echoes the shallow L-shaped arrangement of the sectional sofa opposite, and the layout of windows in the room. The TV has been wall mounted above it, aligned perfectly to its left frame for streamlined simplicity.
Where the modern fireplace wraps around the return of the chimney breast, a neat log store has been recessed into the volume. The cut logs become part of the decor, adding attractive natural tone into the predominantly white scheme, and matching the coffee table top.
Custom cut mirrors fit edge to edge on the hallway wall, making it look twice its actual width.
A white staircase rises quietly to the top floor of the house without any fanfare.
The kitchen diner stands in open plan with the lounge.
Tall larder cabinets along the back wall have been given a flush built-in aesthetic. A white kitchen island takes up the centre of the floor, with the dining table set right by its side.
One super long thin bar suspension light spans the entire length of the kitchen island and dining table, linking them as one cohesive unit.
Pale dining chairs gain subtle visual warmth from their wooden legs.
The same pale grey curtains applied in the lounge draw closed across the kitchen windows too. Perimeter lighting casts an intimate glow.
Indoor plants bring life to the crisp staircase design .
Grey toned wood laminate flooring covers both the upper and lower floors, laying an easy flow.
Hardier white flooring covers the home entryway and kitchen area.
Up in the minimalist bedroom , a comfy beanbag chair makes a cosy and repositionable reading spot.
No decoration or extra furniture appears at the foot of the bed, only a wall mounted TV.
Perimeter lighting is tucked along the top of the TV wall.
The headboard of the bed doubles as a desk on its other side.
A comfortable chair sits at the sleek white desk.
A slimline desk lamp lights the minimalist workspace .
Moving into the minimalist bathroom , we find a double shower installation, and a freestanding bathtub for longer soaks.
Shower drainage is set right into the floor opposite a double sink vanity unit.
There is an extra window to the side of the bathtub, which looks through into the bedroom. A window blind can be pulled down for privacy.
Soap dispensers and bath bits are served on tree trunk side table by the bath.
Inside a single bedroom, a floor bed keeps the room looking ultra spacious.
The floor skimming bedside shelf links the bed base to the closet wall. A low hanging bedroom pendant light drops a spot light on the shelf, whilst LEDs highlight the headboard.
The wooden bedside is a slice of warmth in the pale room.
Wooden elements are consistent throughout the home.
In a second home workspace we find a floating desk–another way to avoid the visual chaos of furniture legs.
Designer:KDVA| Visualizer:KDVA
Our second tour takes place in a 65 square metre home in Moscow, Russia. GH10 was created for seclusion and comfort, focusing on simple forms and materials, natural light and airiness.
A white dining table set stands behind the grey sofa, flanked by white kitchen units and a white sideboard.
Architectural white allows the colors of sunrise and sunset, grey clouds and blue skies to reflect over the interior.
Two vases adorn the basic white dining table, with a red glass vase adding a tiny spark of heat.
Chrome coat hooks align vertically a tidy board in the clear hallway.
A sliding door leads into the bathroom.
The bedroom is home to a floating effect platform bed.
Floating bedsides continue the weightless illusion.
Sliding doors link the sleep space with the living room.
A beige bathroom scheme is simple yet comforting. White sanitaryware and bathroom furniture cut crisply through the neutral tone. A colour coordinated laundry basket stores fluffy white towels.
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
