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Located in Saint Petersburg, Russia, this eclectic home interior is filled with characterful pieces and lively red and green accents. Visualised by ToTaste , the unique home has a floor plan of 80 square metres that has been lightly sectioned with glass panel walls. A glass wall bedroom is hidden mysteriously behind a theatrical red curtain and a glass backed bookcase, whilst the home office camouflages under blinds that coordinate with the creamy living room walls. The kitchen is a festival of colour, fusing red, green, modern white and traditional wood tone cabinets into an eclectic feast for the eyes. Check out the 360º panorama at the end of the tour for an immersive viewing.
The red and green interior is alive with unique personality. A moss green sofa bursts forth from a background of flame red curtains and a tonal red rug design.
Behind the built-in bookcase , the red curtains draw back to reveal a glass wall bedroom. An arched doorway perfectly frames the bed at its centre.
A tray top coffee table pouf drops a simple black accent in the midst of the colour. A comfortable grey lounge chair adds another neutralising note, whilst creating waves with its curvaceous silhouette.
A mixed array of scatter cushions add extra excitement to the L-shaped modern sofa . The cushions bring in the room’s red accent, plus calming cream elements that tie in the fresh wall colour.
A framework of black arches close in a glass wall home office design.
With the wall of the study retracted, and the bedroom’s double doors flung open, the home becomes one large living space where the homeowners can wander freely and socially interact.
In its fully opened state, the office becomes neatly connected with the bookcase across the glass bedroom wall.
A cosy reading nook fills up the back of the double workspace , offering the inhabitants a more restful spot for study–or as a getaway from the main living room.
A classic black swivel chair is seated at a conventional desk height, whilst the second workspace setup can be used as either a standing desk or with a high swivel stool .
The desks contrast in their aesthetics too, with the former taking on a traditional rustic vibe, and the latter cutting a contemporary line.
The sharp modern home office desk melds darkly with the black door frames.
An internal window makes an unusual feature, with a view through the bedroom’s ensuite bathroom.
cabinets surround the reading nook and make use of the room’s height.
A red ceiling adds a playful final touch.
Brass chandeliers dance around the concrete ceiling of the lounge; copper swing arm wall lamps put the kitchen under spotlight.
spring up around the furniture, adding bright explosions of foliage.
No area of the home has gone untouched by the riot of red and green, which keeps the eye moving and exploring.
The TV is given a place between the windows and two long window seats, though the projected image on the kitchen wall provides a better viewing angle.
Black window blinds balance out the other ebony accents in the room.
Wine storage nestles in the back of a bright moss green kitchen island . A green glass vase polishes up the front.
A fusion of modern white, traditional wood tone, green and red kitchen cabinets cook up an eclectic feast.
Open kitchen shelving closely underlines the projected TV, so that the space isn’t left uncharacteristically bare when the projector is off.
Mixed and matched kitchen bar stools jostle for their place at the island.
The kitchen’s red cabinet aesthetic blazes on down the hall, cladding one wall of interior doors.
Red cushioned bar stools visually heat an enclosed balcony area, with views over the city.
Another small workspace is tucked away at one end, where one of the windows has been transformed into a useful cork memo board.
A geometric stag art print adorns the remaining wall.
Industrial style swing arm wall lamps follow the geometric framework of green bedroom wall panelling. A vivid red ceiling accent draws attention to the height of the room.
The headboard of the platform bed has a classic silhouette, which smoothly contrasts with the distinctive statement wall of this eclectic bedroom .
A textured geo rug extends the cool grey upholstery of the bed. The ensuite bathroom’s green barn door goes almost unnoticed amongst the panels.
A decorative mirror adds another hint of tradition to complement the bed frame.
Even with privacy curtains drawn back, the bedroom still feels like a cosy cocoon behind the book stacks.
Moss green tiles encase most of the narrow ensuite bathroom space, with grey alternatives sprinkling subtle pattern over the floor and cistern wall.
Multi bulb Hollywood style bathroom vanity lights brighten the dark decor.
With the bathroom door closed, the internal window to the study is the bathroom’s only source of natural light. A flush fitting bathtub skims beneath it.
The apartment has a second bathroom, which doubles as the laundry room. A stacked washing machine and tumble dryer setup saves on floor space.
The bathroom cabinets have a handy integrated laundry basket.
Walnut cabinets make up a symmetrical, storage rich vanity area.
Green herringbone tiles colour the floor of the predominantly white bathroom scheme, and create cohesivity with the rest of the home.
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
