In the very center of Chelyabinsk, Russia, just a few minutes from Revolution Square, we visit a polished city apartment in the desirable Freedom Tower complex. Visualised by Anova Interior Design , this 114 square metre concept explores a high contrast decor scheme. Light frothy champagne tones are challenged by darker tonal elements that bring warmth and maturity. Modern lighting takes on a huge role within the polished contemporary scheme, creating a magical glow that builds an atmosphere of anticipation. Sleek yet uber comfortable modern furniture adds layer upon layer of luxe throughout the apartment, fashioning a welcoming haven away from the speed of the city.
A light modular sofa arrangement builds a deep border around the lounge of the open plan living space, held together upon a champagne rug.
Stylish pendant lights descend over the bend in the sofa, falling in line with the folds of creamy window drapes.
An asymmetrical coffee table adds an interesting centrepiece to the lounge layout, both with form and shade.
Translucent side tables lightly accessorise the living room, and give a designer table lamp a floating effect.
A wall of black tinted glass cabinets hold an illuminated array of wine glasses , glass decanters and carafes . The darkness of the storage piece counterbalances the lighter elements in the room to achieve deep and confident contrast.
Grey ribbed gypsum panelling textures and shades a stylish media wall. A floating TV stand draws a crisp white underline beneath an illuminated TV mount.
Low and minimal backrests open the lounge area up to the rest of the living room, allowing the space to flow easily without obstruction.
The glowy lighting scheme builds a magical city atmosphere throughout the interior, like a city skyscape at night.
A unique dining room chandelier draws a thin yet dominating line over the dining set, depicting curves that are complimented by the dining chairs beneath.
A spherical glass vase centrepiece echoes the orb shaped lights.
The modern dining room area acts as a buffer between the lounge and a minimalist two-tone kitchen design.
Great solid black legs firmly root the pedestal dining table in its spot.
In the hallway, a floating black wall shelf is paired in a slick stepped formation with a low entryway seat. A custom cut mirror adds to the installation’s weightless illusion.
Sleek track lights pull around the perimeters.
Added glow spills from the recesses of a dropped ceiling plane.
A sculptural entryway table is combined with a large decorative mirror to build a moment of interest against the pure white wall. Candles and art dress the top.
In the child’s room, we discover a very cool kid’s study area. A floating desk and a matching bedside unit put a flash of deep orange into the scheme, brightening the dominating grey and white palette.
A beige swivel chair is colour matched to a selection of glossy wall shelves in the study nook.
A handy pegboard keeps notes and stationery up off the desktop but within easy reach.
On the bedside drawer unit, a Seletti Sitting Monkey table lamp eagerly awaits a bedtime story.
Gadgets are gold in a kids’ life, and this floating media unit gives them a neat place to hang out.
The uber comfy bean bag chair is the best spot in the room for an afternoon of gaming.
Modern wallpaper creates a fun focal point on the kids’ TV wall.
Cool wall art puts another energised splash of colour into the space.
A full length mirror on wheels comes in handy when picking out outfits with the girls or flexing for a workout.
A quirky flamingo cushion emphasises the pink colourway of a modern accent chair . An unusual rouge stemmed lamp adds a hot pop of colour onto a simple black tray top side table.
In the master bedroom, a sophisticated winged bedstead puts a chocolate heart into warm grey surroundings. A glass closet shines low light into the dark room aesthetic.
A swing arm wall lamp places reading light over the head of the smooth platform bed . See some alternative tufted headboard ideas here.
Backlit glass cabinets stretch towers of atmospheric glow onto the bedroom TV wall. A contemporary floating media cabinet spans the wall beneath them.
A slender bedroom pendant light sends a beam of light onto a modern bedside table.
Glass doors from the bedroom lead into a sophisticated home workspace , panelled with rich wood.
Space is quite limited in the apartment’s walk in wardrobe, but great closet organisation more than makes up for it.
Shelf lights make it easier to make a quick selection.
White marble washes over the bathroom floor and up behind the bathtub . A dark bridging wet wall arches over the tub.
A linear greige vanity spans the niche between bathroom storage and the wet wall.
Even the toilet paper becomes a style consideration.
A smaller shower room is given a different vibe under a dark grey and black marble decor scheme. A black faucet and black switches drill the shadowy theme right down into the small details.
Black marble seamlessly clads the inside of the shower enclosure too, where a recessed toiletries shelf glows bright.
Black bathroom fixtures and accessories fade into the walls.
Recessed spotlights and perimeter lights cause reflections down the cistern wall in a sharp metallic effect.
Daring orange and blue decor elements pull together to style playful rooms in these three modern apartments. The colour clash makes energised, characterful and joyous spaces for family time or for entertaining guests. These fresh blasts of fun don’t just stop at the living room either. The colour explosion fills striking orange and blue bedroom designs, modern colour blocked kitchen schemes, and powerful bathroom palettes. Cool, calming light grey accents, crisp white surrounds and warming woodtone balance out the combinations. We’ve included our suggestions for some eye catching orange and blue decor accents at the end of the gallery, to help achieve the look in your own interior too.
Visualizer:One More Buro
Located in Kyiv, Ukraine, this private apartment was developed for a single young woman in her mid-thirties who loves to entertain. A cool grey lounge creates a moment of calm at the centre of an open plan living space, held together by a light area rug . The peaceful arrangement is flanked on one side by saturated blue rooms, and loud orange drapes on the other.
The heavy orange drapes frame black framed windows and black window blinds. A light blue vertical radiator creates a colour break between the panes. The mirrored finish of a rectangle coffee table reflects the area rug design, almost as if the table weren’t there at all.
With such intense colour in the room, lightweight modern outdoor chairs are used to delicately round out the lounge. A blue accent cushion ties one of the Acapulco chairs in with the room’s blue painted woodwork.
A stylish modern floor lamp provides reading light in the corner.
A plant stand brings greenery to the dining area, which is arranged for entertaining up to six people. Oversized lighting and wall art create clear zoning over the black table and a mixed arrangement of dark chairs.
Solid blue decor engulfs the home entryway, A single wall sconce and freeform decorative wall mirror lighten the look.
Baby blue kitchen cabinets and a matching blue tile countertop interact with a white mosaic backsplash and floor. A single ruby red cabinet provides a pop of contrast.
At the start of the project, the homeowner and design team were moving towards a simple Scandi style interior, but bright colours were added along the way.
Curtains can be drawn between the kitchen and the dining area to hide away cooking mess during dinner parties.
A border of blue colour blocking wraps the master bedroom, which spills over onto skirting boards and colour matched closets. A unique bedroom pendant light hangs like a sleeping chrysalis over the bedside.
A carafe brings a beat of blue to the bedside table.
Bright orange tiles create a buzz in the bathroom scheme.
Blue grout defines the floor.
The ensuite features a unique bathroom sink unit with bright orange framework.
A slipper bathtub is colour coordinated with a textured focal wall.
The home’s storage is camouflaged within colourful surrounds.
Apartment floor plan.
3D model with colour plan.
Visualizer:Mai Trang Nguyen
Our second tour is a fresh, geometric filled interior. A geo rug combines blue and orange elements on the floor, whilst colour blocked walls and wainscotting brighten the vertical plane.
More colour blocking arrives upon the TV wall, where an orange painted section becomes an interesting mount for modern art.
Retro style wooden furniture adds to the quirky nature of the room. A stack of coffee table books and a small glass vase top mismatched tables.
A dining bench slots into the tight space between the table and the side of the staircase . Shelving utilises a narrow nook under the stairs.
A botanical design makes a big feature out of a short wall around the dining area. Geometric floor tiles vie for attention in the adjacent kitchen, along with a brave orange kitchen run and aqua wall cabinets.
The kitchen is set up so that the host can continue to chat with guests over an orange kitchen peninsula.
A chrome chimney hood brings light reflection to the kitchen area.
Orange panels form a unique headboard in the master bedroom, behind contrasting blue bedside table s.
The bedside table lamp adds a black accent, which draws out darker tones from the botanical wallpaper.
A large vanity mirror draws the eye to a small makeup table, and a dressing area around the corner.
Visualizer:Shmidt Studio
In Minsk, Belarus, bright blue and orange accents are how this interior design project came to be entitled “Playful”.
Orange accents punch through a feature wall behind the couch and a set of modern nesting coffee tables .
An orange floating tv stand perfectly melds with the orange TV wall.
Unique dining room pendant lights form a trio over a multicolour dining set.
LED light strips sharpen the cool blue kitchen .
A small floor reading lamp and comfortable reading chair make a neat combo on the enclosed balcony.
A contemporary light feature is fashioned with an LED ribbon that makes one continuous arch over walls and ceiling.
add a designer element to the bedroom setup. Bedside cubes bring a hit of colour.
Another orange TV unit is combined with a floating vanity shelf/tabletop and an uplifting blue desk chair .
Colour changing LEDs create an intense vibe in the gaming room. See some of our favourite gaming setups here.
The bathroom vanity light gets a colourful cable to complement warm orange decor elements.
Grey tiles let the brighter accents really pop.
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
