The minimalist mood can be effectively communicated through a stark and sharp aesthetic that makes a bold impact, or can be more gently conveyed through a soothing natural setting that settles the soul. The two home interiors that we feature here today are rounded out with tactile curved edges, beautiful natural wood tone, and cushiony soft furnishings. Minimalist white backdrops are warmed up with creamy undertones that complement the natural hue of the honey toned timber elements. Home accessories are few but distinctive. Subtle lighting schemes thread around room perimeters to fashion living spaces and bedrooms that are atmospheric, welcoming, and restful to the eye.
Visualizer:Jiangxin Visual Studio
A split level floor divides this airy, light-filled living space into a cosy sitting room and an elevated tea room/study. A round rug anchors a wooden coffee table and lounge seating into a sociable setting. At the edge of the jute rug , a stylish magazine holder stands between the sofa chaise and a window chair to complete a welcoming reading nook.
The modern tufted sofa is deeply cushioned and rather irresistibly inviting. The couch backs directly onto the raised desk to strengthen the border between the two zones.
A modern fireplace warms the large living room from underneath a curvaceous chimney breast, which fluidly extrudes from the creamy wall stucco.
The projector screen descends from the ceiling when required, and tucks tidily out of sight afterward.
A pleated floor reading lamp elegantly bows over the woven lounge chair , creating a textural pair.
The slimline fireplace hearth expands beyond the firebox to form a floating media unit beneath the retractable projector screen. The stylish speaker that stands upon it is a Bang & Olufsen Beoplay A9 .
A vintage car model adorns the opposite end of the floating shelf, which is atmospherically illuminated along its underside by an LED strip.
Curved wooden fascias wrap the corner of the room to fashion an attractive storage area. A recess in the units makes way for a beverage station, which is equipped with a coffee maker, water glasses and a carafe. The raised platform floor doubles as seating at the tea table/desk.
Floating wall shelves accommodate a small book collection and a few decorative items behind the bespoke table.
In the dining room, a stunning pedestal dining table design seems to defy gravity.
The dining area is bathed in natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows.
The wooden dining chairs are the Easy chair designed by Pierre Jeanneret.
Behind the dining area, the kitchen peninsula doubles as a breakfast bar.
pair above the kitchen sink to provide functional task lighting.
In the bedroom, mellow wood grain envelops the serene space.
A floor bed design is dipped inside the smooth wood floor finish to place it perfectly level with the city view.
Minimalist bedside drawer units meld with the wooden headboard design. A decorative vase pulls attention with a chic silhouette.
Stylish swing arm lamps extend over the integrated bedside storage units.
The backside of the headboard is built out into a desk/dressing table design.
The position of the home workspace behind the headboard means that the homeowner can look out upon the view whilst working too.
WIcker chairs make a natural accompaniment to the wooden desk design.
The bedside lamps provide light to the work area also.
A partition wall splits the walk-in wardrobe from an ensuite bathroom.
A stunning bathtub makes an impressive hero piece for the room.
Architect:Kanstantsin Remez
This warm and cosy 90 square metre apartment is located in a newly-built block of flats, where most windows face directly onto other windows. This concern was tackled with the installation of translucent cloth panels within wooden frames, which could be easily removed if needed.
The sheer fabric window panels give the interior an intimate atmosphere. Limestone walls lightly complement the warm wooden finish of the floor, accent furniture, and decorative ceiling treatment.
Two unique kitchen pendant lights draw the eye to an austere minimalist kitchen design. A limestone island unfolds over two levels, one for dining and one for prep.
An unusual kitchen bar stool stands a sculptural silhouette at the monolithic breakfast bar.
Open kitchen shelving is kept primarily bare.
The deep and decorative wooden cornice offsets the plainer aspects of the interior and emphasises the high ceiling height in the room. The geometric cornice also fully conceals the window and door lintels to create smooth portals.
The master bedroom is clad with natural wood, which creates a cosy cabin-like feel. A large, comfortable lounge chair, a slimline floor lamp, and a small wooden side table form an inviting reading corner. A footstool would make a welcome addition but instead a clear walkway is prioritised around the bed.
More privacy panels turn the bedroom windows into uniform light boxes around the perimeter.
Small bedroom pendant lights drop reading light over each side of the floor bed. Boxy bedside units and a low-level headboard are structured in wooden planks to meld with the restful decor scheme.
The bedroom flows into an open plan ensuite bathroom, which is clad in the same wooden wall treatment to achieve a cohesive aesthetic. Custom-designed wardrobes partially separate the sleep space from the bathroom to provide a level of privacy and to form the back wall of the shower.
A small, frameless vanity mirror makes an understated addition to a modern bathroom vanity unit.
There is no partition between the shower and washstand to help the compact room to feel more open and spacious.
Handmade ceramic home accessories, chunky wooden accent furniture, and textured lime wall stucco make up earthy rustic interiors that feed the soul. In this inspirational collection of beautiful rustic residences, we’re taking a tour of four different high-end homes from around the world. We’ll travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands to visit a home design that mixes handmade crafts with modern interior concepts. In Bali, Indonesia, we take a tour of a compact modern abode that’s shaped with extraordinary curves. Our expedition to Turkey leads us to a spacious apartment with solid, custom-made concrete kitchen and bathroom designs, whilst our destination in Vietnam is a freeform dream.
Visualizer:Anastasia Bulycheva
Our first rustic home design, in the Turks and Caicos Islands, offers a large and airy rustic style interior that’s clad in textured lime stucco. A patterned living room rug complements the light wall treatment, whilst pulling in darker tones from the rustic wooden furniture.
A modern fireplace blazes inside of a split chimney breast. A sleek black hearth accentuates the wide linearity of the open cutaway.
A rich, dark wood ceiling treatment caps the light room decor. A wooden chair set perfectly complements the tone.
In the centre of the lounge, a rustic wooden coffee table is teamed with a couple of small stools.
Glass bottles and a decorative tray make up an attractive table centrepiece.
One whole wall of the living room is dedicated to a vast collection of ceramic decorative vases.
The handmade pottery is displayed over slimline black shelves and atmospherically lit by concealed LED light strips. The soft glow not only accentuates the handcrafted vases but highlights the rustic wall texture too.
A collection of coffee table books add a modern touch to the living room decor scheme.
Durable polished concrete fills the floors of the rustic residence, with area rugs scattered around and about for cosy warmth underfoot.
Wicker accents and wooden bowls provide moments of rustic artistry to the dwelling at every available opportunity. Indoor plants add a blast of fresh, uplifting greenery to the interior, which helps to form a connection with the tranquil nature views beyond the window panes.
Wooden wall art in a striking diptych composition makes a stunning statement against the pale grey wall stucco.
In the bathroom, amber glass vases and toiletry bottles subtly meld with a rich wooden vanity unit.
A concrete bathroom sink counteracts the natural timber vanity shelf with man made material. Wicker baskets offer a tidy and attractive storage solution under the basin, whilst a tasselled area rug softens the look of the concrete bathroom floor.
Visualizer:Anastasiya Zhigir
In Bali, Indonesia, we find a modern abode that is somewhat compact in its room sizes yet is largely extraordinary in many ways.
Interior walls are rendered in lime to achieve a smooth, laconic result.
In this unique living room design, a bespoke gray sofa has been shaped to fit an extraordinary curved wall. A pebble-like modern coffee table fits into the sofa’s smooth embrace. Upholstery is perfectly shade-matched to the walls for a peaceful, understated finish.
A small floor lamp duo softly highlights the curvaceous nature of the living room furniture designs.
An oval dining table continues the curvaceous shape theme. Eight curved-backed wooden dining chairs encircle the wooden dining table .
Wicker dining room pendant lights are grouped in a large composition along the length of the rustic dining table to create a show-stopping focal point and to spread even illumination. A unique modern fruit bowl serves as a rustic dining table centrepiece.
The kitchen is composed of a bespoke concrete casing, which builds an island of cabinets and an integrated worktop. Raw wooden doors front the concrete kitchen units to create a contrast of warm and cool tones.
At the opposite side of the kitchen island, a modular sofa is positioned by the edge of a swimming pool, upon a wonderfully curved terrace.
A pair of lounge chairs and a wooden coffee table furnish the bedroom balcony, providing a relaxing spot in which to enjoy a light breakfast or a cup of coffee.
Inside the rustic bedroom , a large screen divides the room into a sleeping area and a dressing area. A modern wooden platform bed is placed out in front of the headboard partition wall, where the homeowners can benefit from the beautiful view via the balcony doors. Lantern-like bedside table lamps add a cosy glow after nightfall.
A custom-made desk follows the curved perimeter. A modern table lamp adds function and mood.
Behind the three-fold partition wall, the walk-in wardrobe is back-lit to aid the selection of garments.
In the second bedroom, rustic bedside tables flank another headboard partition wall that separates off a dressing area.
Globe bedside table lamps provide reading light.
A wooden storage unit has been custom-fitted into a snug alcove to keep the room layout looking streamlined.
Behind the partition wall, a garment rail and a wooden chest of drawers organise clothing.
A slightly different setup is found in the third bedroom, where a walk-in wardrobe is situated at the foot of the bed behind decorative rattan screens.
The rattan screens also serve as a TV mount.
The same setup is repeated in the final bedroom, though this time a pair of wicker bedroom pendant lights provide an eye-catching feature.
A freestanding bathtub matches lime stucco walls and a coordinated vanity unit.
Modern bathroom vanity lights flank a large round mirror above the bespoke, linear vanity unit. A live edge wood shelf underlines the stone double sink vanity, causing a warm counteraction.
The walls of the bathroom do not fully reach the ceiling in order to accommodate its domed, thatched nature.
In the smaller powder room, a tall freeform mirror makes a striking companion for a small, linear stone basin.
The recreation room is furnished with a show-stopping curved sofa that’s been custom designed to follow the bend of the wall. A round coffee table nestles within its arch.
Behind the TV wall, storage units are on hand to stow away board games and consoles. A stylish foosball table completes the fun zone.
Visualizer:Koza Studio
In Turkey, a large living room is accessorised with a multitude of natural and black wicker pendant lights, which dangle between exposed wooden ceiling beams. Down on the concrete floor, a pale grey modular sofa makes up a multi-sided seating arrangement.
A ceiling mounted modern fireplace gives the rustic living room a cosy glow.
A wooden console table separates the lounge area from an open plan kitchen diner. The kitchen cabinets are a bespoke concrete composition. Wooden cupboard doors and drawer fronts are complemented by wooden open kitchen shelving .
The set of wooden wall shelves provide most of the kitchen storage. Ceramic dishes and glassware are packed and stacked tightly along their length to create an engaging focal point.
Bathroom storage cabinets are composed in the same concrete composition as the kitchen, which morphs into a concrete vanity unit at one side. A simple, black-framed vanity mirror contrasts darkly against the light wall render.
Linen curtains allow natural light to softly filter through. Sun beams fall upon a beautiful arched wooden door.
Visualizer:Nhật Vy
Our final home design, located in Vietnam, is personalised with a fabulous freeform shelving unit installation that merges with the lime wall stucco. A raised platform floor elevates a cosy tea room area at the food of the built-in unit. Macramé window dressings double as an eye-catching art piece lending boho vibes to the living.
Next to the custom shelving unit, a small sofa and a rustic floor lamp fashion a cosy lounge area. Woven wall decor adds colour and interest. Two small coffee tables fashion a quaint, mismatched pair upon a small area rug.
An indoor swing adds a fun touch to the lounge. The small seating solution also maintains the open and airy atmosphere of the room, and allows light to flow in unobstructed from the large windows.
A freeform mirror echoes the fluid shapes that sculpt the unique shelving unit on the opposite side of the room. A wicker pendant light warmly illuminates the home entryway. An entryway stool and bench provide flexible pieces on which to sit and to display items.
The rectangle wooden dining table fits neatly into the L-shaped kitchen layout.
A wooden dining bench furnishes one side of the table to help the room layout to remain open and unobstructed, whilst Pierre Jeanneret’s Easy Chairs complete the other side. A large wicker pendant light shade makes a textural statement overhead.
The L-shaped kitchen arrangement is broken up by a run of open kitchen shelving, which display a just few decorative items of kitchenware.
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
