Music lovers appreciate with their ears; but there are enough musical gadgets to appreciate with their eyes, too. Designed for music aficionados, these 45 saxophone, guitar, violin and piano-inspired items can hold your books together, make a statement with metal wall art or even lift the lid off your cooking pot. Tell the time off the strings of a guitar, light your bedside table with notes, or eat your meals with instrumental cutlery. Made for average fans to professional musicians, these gifts are made to exalt the highest of musical symphonies – or provide loud, waterproof tunes to sing to in the shower. Take your pick from our accessory list.
3-Piece Violin On Canvas
The budding Fritz Kreisler or Mischa Elman would be inspired by this set of three canvas violins. Hang them as a triptych for a three-sided view of this classical instrument.
Music-Themed Abstract Art Canvas
Add some music to your dining room with this three-piece acting as one. Bold, vibrant colours present saxophones and violin strings in an abstract quartet.
Soundwall Art Speakers
Want to blast music without intrusive big, black speakers? Innovative and easy to use, Soundwall Art uses a painted aluminium screen as a speaker, connecting to Pandora, Spotify or Apple Music wirelessly. The effect is rich, vibrant sound – with any art you choose as the exterior.
Framed Music Instruments Patent Art
Glass-framed and ready to hang, these patents for pianos, guitars and drums originate from the 20’s. Hang them in your library for a scholarly reminder of your musical passion.
A Visual Compendium of Guitars Poster
Want to consider all options for your next guitar? Hang this coloured compendium of the best models upon your bedroom wall.
Musical Notes Metal Wall Art Decor
Celebrate music’s simple pleasures, with these black metal hangings astride your wall. A place in your bedroom, living room or rumpus could inspire household song.
Rustic Wooden Finish Violin Wall Art
Made from wood and metal, this rustic-looking violin adds an antique feel to a contemporary home.
Guitar Wall Clock
Laser-cut birchwood created this unique wall clock in the shape of a guitar. Hang it in your rock-mad teenager’s room, for a cooler way to keep an eye on the time.
Music Note Desk Clock
The music lover’s desk would be a perfect place for this zinc alloy clock. One of the more imaginative clocks , its simple quaver adds an elegant touch to musical interest.
Music Note Wall Hook
Not in need of a clock? This black metal musical note hangs your keys, coat, bag or umbrella. Do check out our decorative wall hooks post for more.
Cast Iron Music Notes Wall Hook
Break into symphony with this family-sized, cast iron wall hook. Keep necessities off the floor as melodies and single notes adorn the wall.
Equalizer Key Holder
The modern music fan knows the best way to equalise. Create good tunes everyday with this nifty find for your front door.
Piano Keys Wall Decal
Have a black and white interior in want of a decal? These piano keys celebrate the classical in one quirky design.
Music-Themed Quote Wall Decal
Plato fathered philosophy and worshipped music. Make his wisdom ring true with a black-type quote above your sofa.
Musical Notes Wall Decal
After a more expressionist view? This artful dandelion blows off sweet music in the bedroom.
Music Speaker Stack Wallpaper
Printed with a 3D look, this coloured-on-black wallpaper makes a sleek and contemporary bedroom seem eclectic and artsy.
Music-Themed Bedding
100% Turkish cotton created this black and white piece. Reverse it either way to have a bed all in black, all in white, or as a mix of the two.
Music-Themed Bedding Set With Pillows
Reversible and multi-colour, this comforter, pillow and duvet can be matched with a separately-sold set of curtains. Strum on the guitar or act the DJ jockey as your kids learn their favourite tune.
Acoustic Yin & Yang Throw Pillow
Always felt guitars had a naturally peaceful rhythm? This throw pillow thinks so too, as it harmonises guitar strings with Chinese yin and yang.
Keyboard Bookends
House your piano scripts in style, with a keyboard bookend either side.
Music Notes Bookends
The monochrome library would find favour in these black quavers. Rest them against your musical reads to combine rhythm and reading.
Golden Musical Notes Bookends
Thick glass and poly resin hold your books, in this golden treble clef and quaver design.
Piano Bookends
Need more than just the keyboard? These full depictions of piano, seat and sheet scripts earn their status as unique bookends .
Guitar-Shaped Paper Clips
Add some office flair with these guitar-shaped paper clips. Let a range of guitars hold your papers at your home or work office.
Musical Instrument Veena Door Handle
Want a door handle that says both India and music? This painted brass veena has the extra element of difference you’re looking for.
Music-Themed Guitar Lamp
Have a partner who just can’t leave their guitar? Bring it to the bedside table, with this stand and script lamp design.
Electric Guitar Switch & Outlet Covers
The music or rumpus room has the perfect outlet in these electric guitar covers. Switch it on or plug it in – and hide the off button from those calling it quits.
Glow In The Dark Door Stopper
A most decorative door stopper , this wedge mimics an amp pedal whilst glowing in the dark. Put it in your music lover’s bedroom for a lit route to a midnight snack.
Gesture-Controlled Minimalist Speaker
Supporting Spotify or Alexa, this maple wood speaker is controlled by gestures, not buttons. Tap it on the top to start and play, and on its side to skip towards or back from favourite tracks.
Bluetooth Shower Speaker
Household hummers can’t go past this Bluetooth shower speaker. Held to the wall by suction cup, its easy-play buttons and water resistance makes singing in the shower a dream.
Scratch Pad For The DJ Cat
Don’t leave your music-loving cat out of the mix. Why not afford them some stylish cat furniture , with this DJ scratch pad?
Music Note-Shaped Kitchen Strainer
Make music in your kitchen, with this plastic sink strainer shaped like a quaver.
Guitar-Shaped Wooden Spoons
Perfect for your salad, vegetable dish or weekly pasta, these beech wood spoons add rock and roll to your family dinnertable.
Drumstick Spoons
Rather be beating the drums? These spoons give a useful tool to kids wanting an early dinner.
Music Instrument Flatware Set
Serve a formal dinnertable, with a musical twist. This harmonious set of four is a great addition to the modern flatware collection .
Guitar Spatula
Gift Dad the perfect tool to use at the barbeque. This guitar-shaped spatula looks cool and crafted, while flipping burger patties and charcoal-grilled steaks.
Guitar-Shaped Bamboo Cutting Board
A bamboo-carved guitar is not your everyday cutting board . This curved beauty with a line down the middle creates dinnertime conversation.
Piano Bamboo Cheeseboard Tool Set
Hide your cheeseboard tools in the piano, with this block holding your knives and slicers.
Guitar Salt & Pepper Shakers
See how your salt runs in these clear plastic shakers. Check out our unique salt and pepper shaker post for more ideas for the dinner table.
Guitar Ice Tray & Stirrer
Create a stir during drinks with a guitar in your whiskey. A silicone arm with ice forming the body makes alcohol musical.
Guitar-Shaped Frying Pan
Fry up some eggs in an unconventional shape. This guitar-shaped frying pan lets you flip over treats on the strings of a guitar.
Saxophone-Shaped Pot Lid Lifter
For the chef who has everything, this saxophone-shaped pot lifter is an easy safeguard for near-burnt hands.
Musical-Themed Coffee Mugs
Rock out with these coffee mugs, a perfect way to add a jam to your morning coffee.
Amped Guitar Amp Coffee Mug
Go the extra distance with an amp for a cup. This distinctly unique coffee mug predicts your caffeinated future.
Vintage Vinyl Record Drink Coasters
Normal coasters just won’t do for the diehard record lover. Slide these unique drink coasters under your hot beverage for a noteworthy kitchen addition.
Whether your style is contemporary or ultra-modern, grey and white pair together to complete any look. The hues can cover walls, countertops, floors, and cabinets. Using one alone can make a striking statement. Blend the two together for a look of understated sophistication. The two are also combined in these kitchens in marble islands, making a bold statement right in the middle of the kitchen. These 30 grey and white kitchens get it just right. Some intentionally create a cool industrial style and others present in a warm and welcoming fashion. The hardware, textiles, and lighting complete these looks with perfection.
Visualizer:Ihor Bednarchyk
The light grey cabinets with no hardware create a seamless look. The low backsplash gave this homeowner a place for accessories, leaving more countertop workspace. The natural lighting, coupled with the light pine wood floors keeps the look light and airy. Simple three leg kitchen counter stools , Canned lighting and wavy globe pendant lights complete the look.
Visualizer:Stanislav Borozdinskiy
This kitchen blends into the living area and allows ample seating in both rooms with the sectional and large dining table set with seating for eight in grey. This white modern kitchen uses its space wisely. White cabinets incase the microwave and oven. The unusual circle pendant lighting adds a nice touch.
Designer:The Phil Nichols Company
This Arizona home has an exterior that fits right in with the desert surrounding it. Inside, however presents modern refinement. The minimalist look combines slate grey cabinets and island with a chrome finish base. The off-white cabinets provide ample storage space and seem to conceal the refrigerator to the right. The bar in a warm pine finish warms the room.
Visualizer:Dmitriy Tereshchuk
This colorblock creation mixes hues and textures. Taupe, white, and grey color the cabinets and the amazing built in surrounding the appliances has a textured appearance. Even the wall has joined the act, with dark grey paint and a grey ringed kitchen clock .
Designer:Brayer
Light grey matte lacquer kitchen cabinets were combined with storage units that open to reveal black shelving for a different look when the pocket doors are open. Sliding glass doors give the room natural light and stand opposite a grey and creme brick wall. The look is completed with a marble backsplash and smoked oak flooring.
Architect:Ilkin Gurbanov
These blue grey kitchen cabinets and white farm sink deliver simplicity and warmth. Window front cabinets are featured on top and can be used to display china. The utility handle on the white tile backsplash offers functionality. The grey tile below picks up the blue in the cabinets.
Designer:Hoang Long
This look differs from the others with an eclectic mix of textiles and styles. the light grey kitchen features a stainless steel refrigerator and dishwasher. The home makes good use of the combined space and little touches like gold metal chairs and a striped rug over the grey floors give the room character.
Designer:MHK Architecture & Planning
Thie crisp white kitchen sits atop grey floors and uses stainless steel for hardware, appliances, and crystal pendant lighting.
Designer:Bedrock Quartz
This design uses primarily stainless steel and accents with white cabinets and tile backsplash. Tucked under the bar are round seat contemporary counter stools. Touches of orange were added on the shelves to warm up the look.
Designer:Hazel and Brown Design Company
This stunning white and grey kitchen features white cabinets, grey granite countertops, and a simple 3 pendant island lighting fixture in pewter to match the hardware and appliances
Designer:Newick Architects
Light gray kitchen cabinets provide ample storage. A white island sits atop maple wood bases and houses the cooktop. The high gloss backdrop carries on the grey look as does the speckled tile.
Visualizer:Armine Avetisyan
This cool grey kitchen uses the color in te tile floor, wood plank wall, and block cabinets. Off-white cabinets with texture are used within the grey. Unusual pendant lightnig and yellow chairs add interest in the room. Window coverings in white and grey complete the look.
Visualizer:Armando Ferriani
Floor to ceiling windows let the light in and gives a glimpse of nature. The locker style grey and white cabinets to the right serve as a large pantry. Slate grey counters and island shelves provide a spot for displaying accessories, books, or dishware. A large black dome pendant light hands above the island for lighting and a great look.
Visualizer:Lugerin Igor
Grey block tiles extend from the floor onto the island in this kitchen. A white wall with black backsplash and counter serve as a backdrop to this white and grey kitchen. Simple light wood counter stools provide seating.
Photographer:Joakim Johansson
These smooth finish light grey cabinets are topped with both stainless steel and wood block countertops. The knotty pine floor softens this look.
Designer:Lauren Rubin
Pops of color in this grey and white kitchen design are offered up by fruits and flowers. The grey cabinets are coupled with white ceramin countertops and a white and grey brick look backsplash.
Visualizer:Cristian Gentile
This kitchen has an industrial look. Slate gray cabinets and countertops work well against the light flooring and diagonal windows.
Designer:DesignSpace London
Grey laminate is used for cabinetry and the island in this kitchen. Combined with the light pine floors and pedestal table, the look is less industrial and more modern sleek.
Designer:Roundhouse
This kitchen has a white gloss painted concrete floor. Commercial type grey cabinets and drawers are used and the island features a butcher block bar. The space above the cabinets can be used for decor.
Visualizer:Armando Ferriani
Grey and white come alive in geometric colorblock in this kitchen. Pops of red are used to color the walls in the shelving. Dark paintd concrete complete this look.
Designer:Roundhouse
This semi-industrial look sits in a South London home. It is all at once posh and modern. Touches of wood appear in the cabinet under the island and the warm pine wall apron above the cooktop. White tile, skylights, and sliding glass doors add natural light.
Designer:Armando Ferriani
This light and airy white and grey kitchen is accented with touches of blue also seen in the room just beyond. The stainless steel in the hardward extends to the legs of the table and chairs. While you expect the normal bit of greenery in the kitchen to come from small individual indoor herb planters , this kitchen eschews that for a dramatically huge one.
Designer:Destilat
This kitchen is the centerpiece for an Austrian penthouse and features Eternit panels which create the huge slate gray wall that surrounds the kitchen. Above the wall is a floating light box.
Designer:Harvey Jones
Just inside these sleek grey kitchen cabinets are solid oak drawers made to look modern. This room features skylights that help to keep this design from looking freary. Everything picks up the grey, the wood floors and walls. The white countertops really help this room to not get too heavy.
Designer:Justine Hugh-Jones
This kitchen features a marble topped island, two sinks, and a stainless steel backsplash. The half moon seats on the barstools add a touch of wood in the room. The cool grey tile completes this look effortlessly.
Designer:Design Squared
The kitchen of a London home was designed for functionality and provides great lighting through transom windows above the cabinet and casement window over the sink. A brick look grey tile backsplash accent the white cabinets with pewter hardware.
Designer:Issie-Mae Interior Design
This grey and white kitchen features an island that takes the ceramic counter top down to the floor. Dark slate grey is featured on the base of the island. The backsplash is lattice print in grey and white. It is a simple look atop light pine wood floors.
Designer:Urban Kitchens
This white simple and sleek kitchen design adds a bold look with its full marble island. The look is picked up in the backsplash and works well with the white cabinets. The contrast of the dark wood floors adds interest.
Designer:Conrad Gargett
Again, a marble island is used as the centerpiece. White countertops and cabinets accented with the marble backsplash make this modern design a winner. Do check out our post on marble kitchens if you like this kind of look.
Designer:Rebecca Jansma & Suzanne Gorman| Photographer:Jason Busch
This white kitchen has warm maple floors and a grey countertop on the island. The pendant lamps are from Mutto . Do check out this collection of pendant lamps if you are looking for more kitchen lighting inspiration.
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
