Minimalism takes on a new level of sophistication in this exquisite two-story home by the sea, encompassing 151 square meters. Visualized by Sivak+Partners , this interior unfolds a compelling narrative of understated opulence. An astute blend of stone, concrete, and wooden decor elements accompanies high-end furnishings, inviting living spaces, a luxury minimalist kitchen, a crisply serene master bedroom design, and two unique modern bathrooms. Here, minimalism is elevated to an art form, where every element and detail has been meticulously curated to create a harmonious yet luxurious living environment. Join us as we tour this coastal haven and observe the thoughtful floor plans that maximize the space.
A beige sectional sofa lays a linear silhouette in the modern living room. A low coffee table stands in front, introducing a rich, walnut tone. Coffee table books and bud vase make a refined centerpiece. A chic floor lamp provides task lighting.
Rich wood tone elements color a sophisticated dining room setting. Two mini dining room pendant lights drop in pure white accents, which merge brightly against sheer white window voiles. An assortment of decorative vases adorns the tabletop.
Six brown dining chairs complement the wooden racetrack dining table . Behind, a wall of concrete effect cabinets and a tower of display shelves make an elegant feature wall. A natural rock hearth threads rugged texture underneath the units. Modern ornaments add visual interest to the minimalist setting.
Marble panels luxuriously encase the neighboring home entryway, creating a grand archway into the main living space. An open shelving unit cuts a window into the sitting area of the main living room.
The formal dining room stands open to the neighboring kitchen. The same concrete, dark walnut, and marble material palette flows throughout to achieve a rich, cohesive aesthetic.
Inside the kitchen, a marble island is capped with a walnut breakfast bar top and teamed with wooden kitchen bar stools. The stools feature a curvaceous seat that smoothly contrasts the sharp, monolithic island. A linear light is installed diagonally above the breakfast bar to shake up the simple, minimalist kitchen design.
Retractable doors draw back from the walnut kitchen units to reveal a bank of integrated appliances and a prep area with a shadowy matt black backsplash. A black kitchen sink merges darkly with the black kitchen countertop. See more inspiration for black kitchens .
Kitchen drawers and cabinets hide within the monolithic island. Minimalist art darkly punctuates the light, limewashed walls.
A metal built-in bench furnishes the minimalist home entryway, leaving space underneath for shoes. Metal coat hooks extend from the wall of the seating nook. Recessed lighting washes down the niche.
Clean white wall stucco is neatly contrasted by thin black window frames. Indoor plants bring soft textures and uplifting green accents. A white TV stands at the edge of the living room rug, clear of a modern fireplace to the right.
There is a small home theatre on the ground floor of the home. A modern black sofa and matching black coffee table furnish the entertainment zone. Atmospheric mood lighting threads the perimeter.
The home theatre is decorated darkly to leave all eyes on the projection wall. Smart projector screen paint ensures a crisp, bright picture. A low storage unit holds books and media.
Upstairs, a mezzanine home office overlooks the main living space via a frameless glass balustrade. The bespoke desk is shaped around a structural support column; it lands on a low wooden plinth, where a slender floor lamp provides task lighting. A wooden Z chair makes a striking profile.
The minimalist master bedroom features a curved window treatment, which adds a softness to the room. An angular platform bed rests upon a rug that imitates travertine texture. A sharp wall shelf underlines a wall-mounted bedroom TV, fashioning an understated focal point.
Black gloss panels make a reflective headboard feature wall behind two travertine bedside tables. A sliding door to the left of the bed gives access to a large walk-in wardrobe. See more master bedroom ideas.
A small bedside table lamp emits a cozy glow on the stone nightstand, shedding light upon a stack of bedtime reading material. A unique stool offers a convenient place to sit and dress.
In the master bathroom, a curved wall cocoons the shower enclosure. Mood lighting accentuates the smooth contour and brightly highlights recessed shelves for storing toiletries. A small wooden stool awaits fresh towels.
The curved shower enclosure resides behind a unique vanity unit, which plays out as a full circle in the reflection of a custom-made vanity mirror. Heated towel rails flank each side of the walk-in shower area.
A marble panel camouflages the bathroom door. A frosted glass door closes off the WC.
A wall-mounted toilet keeps the floor clear and spacious. Chrome fixtures brightly accent the warm red-brown stone panel walls.
The second bathroom is decorated with a stark black and white palette. Another curved shower enclosure shapes a bespoke bathroom perimeter. The vanity mirror creates a dividing wall behind a sleek floating vanity unit.
A shallow bathroom basin hovers, almost weightlessly, above the black marble-effect vanity unit. A simple stainless steel spout fills the refined vessel.
Ground floor plan, featuring the main living space, cinema room, and kitchen diner.
Upper floor plan, featuring two double bedrooms, bathrooms, and mezzanine home workspace.
Brown, white, and gray decor communicates a serene and contemporary design aesthetic that fills interiors with a mellow modernity. When skillfully interwoven, these neutral tones offer timeless elegance that transcends trends, demonstrating the power of understated elegance in modern design. Designed by Babayants Architects , this modern home design features warm, earthy shades of brown that infuse a cozy, inviting ambiance, which creates a harmonious contrast against the freshness and purity of white. Shades of gray act as a delicate bridge between the two, lending a touch of sophistication and balance. Come with us as we tour a chic brown, white, and gray open-plan living room, three stylish bedrooms, and a compact guest bathroom.
Visualizer:Elvira Poddubkova
A light brown sofa adds an instant boost of visual warmth to the predominantly white living space. Its soft, cushiony design is sectioned around a square coffee table that delivers stark black accents.
Wooden panels construct a half-height TV wall. Lightweight floating shelves flank the TV, which rests on a long, linear media console . A ribbon of LED light causes a cozy glow to flood from beneath the unit, which builds upon the warming appeal of the wood tone.
A small side table displays an elegant designer table lamp between the sofa sections. It illuminates several stacks of coffee table books which build upon the homely feel of the sitting area.
The bespoke wooden TV mount curves around the corners of the living room, creating a softened effect. Interior doors in the apartment are frameless and fit floor-to-ceiling to lessen visual clutter.
Herringbone flooring covers the living room with a light blonde tone. A soft beige living room rug melds with the light wood floor.
An open doorway connects the airy living room with a welcoming home entryway.
Beside the front door, a letterbox-shaped shoe storage niche is backlit. The glow creates the impression of an inviting fireplace.
The shoe storage area is situated underneath a bank of freestanding wardrobes that store coats and bags. The freestanding volume creates a dividing wall between the home entryway and the kitchen diner. Modern wall art adds to the calming nature of neutral decor palette.
In the home entryway, wood herringbone flooring is switched out for hardwearing tile. A small entryway table bridges an open gap between the front door and the kitchen. A round, upholstered stool tucks neatly underneath to assist in putting on shoes.
The wooden storage volume is curved around its corners to create an easy flow.
The modern kitchen is dominated by a gray stone island with tactile, curved columns. A small wooden dining table runs off the island, creating a streamlined layout. See more inspiration for modern kitchens .
Two black bar stools furnish the breakfast bar.
Sheer white voiles lightly frame the windows.
Wooden kitchen cabinets are recessed into the clean white kitchen walls. Stainless steel kitchen appliances coolly complement the gray stone kitchen island.
A modern chandelier illuminates the small dining area. See more ideas for stylish dining room pendant lights .
White wall cabinets align smoothly with the kitchen walls, achieving a minimalistic finish.
Gray marble backsplashes match the luxe kitchen island.
Open kitchen shelving provides a pop of visual interest in the minimalist setting.
Inside the master bedroom, a plush pale gray platform bed contrasts a rich wooden headboard design.
A tall floor vase fetches greenery into the peaceful gray, white, and brown bedroom decor scheme.
A modern wall sconce highlights a floating nightstand.
Raised flooring creates zoning between the sleep space and a small sitting area by the window.
Bedroom wall decor is minimal to promote rest and relaxation.
The kid’s bedroom receives a pop of color in the form of a modern green desk chair. Origami animal sculptures playfully decorate the modern bedroom furniture.
A bespoke, cushioned headboard brings a warm, light brown accent into the white bedroom decor scheme. Round, 3D relief wall art is backlit to form a creative modern wall sconce over the bedside table. A round gray rug encircles and contrasts the brown upholstered bed.
The floating kid’s desk crosses beneath the window, where its owner can benefit from natural light. A unique desk lamp is on hand for when the sun goes down. A floating bookshelf hugs one end of the desk, alongside two wall-mounted storage units.
A second bookshelf punctuates the end of the storage wall; it causes a clean, visual divide between the sleeping area and the workspace. A white, picture frame TV matches the shelving unit, while a wood-slatted TV mount coordinates with the textured storage unit.
The compact guest bathroom is enriched with wooden panels on three walls. The remainder of the room is decorated with contrasting cool gray tile and fresh white paintwork. Heated towel bars keep bathroom linens dry in the windowless room.
A unique, round mirror is tinted with a rosy haze of pink. A small wall sconce lights the wooden vanity unit. An integrated basin dips into the crisp white bathroom countertop.
Bathroom accessories and the toilet are wall-mounted to leave the limited floor space clean and clear.
On the floor plan, we can see that the modern apartment boasts a third bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. A large closet fills the hallway in the bedroom wing. The guest bathroom is accessed just off the living room and home entryway.
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
