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Gentle beige and greige melds waft airily through this light and elegant family home design, where modern furniture pieces lay out a fashion-forward scene. Visualised by Benjie Space Design , this stylish space features a welcoming open plan living room with smoothly rounded stucco detailing and made-to-measure storage furniture. The master bedroom features a bespoke wardrobe design with a lightweight essence, which complements the minimalist bedroom aesthetic. An atmospherically lit home office is conveniently adjoined to the home gym via a sliding glass wall, where office work and daily workouts can be completed in peace. Two kid’s room designs are creatively furnished to amp up the fun factor.
A unique modern couch lays a sleek silhouette in the beige and greige living room scheme, with a large living room rug spreading soft texture beneath. Slender black living room floor lamps draw a thin line of contrast behind the sofa that draws the eye upward.
A channel-tufted stool stylishly complements the tone and texture of the ridged area rug. The TV wall features a bespoke cabinet design, which ends in a curved edge that runs perfectly in line with the wall stucco. A travertine hearth underlines wood slatted detail and open bookshelves to achieve a modern decorative finish.
The travertine element is repeated in a chic oval coffee table , which provides a central focal point in the lounge. A small wooden side table is teamed with a unique lounge chair to fashion a comfortable reading nook by the bookcase.
The light living room rug helps to zone the open plan lounge from an adjacent kitchen diner area.
The stone dining table is integrated into a matching stone-topped kitchen island. Contemporary dining pendant lights hang in a duo above.
A couple of coffee table books and a decorative bowl make a simple dining table centrepiece.
The wooden dining chairs are the Easy chair (also known as the Chandigarh chair) designed by Pierre Jeanneret.
A combination of wooden wall units and rattan base units make up a mellow modern kitchen design, with stone slabs cladding the backsplash area and an accent wall.
Inside the minimalist bedroom , a clean and serene colour scheme promotes rest and relaxation. A series of elevated wardrobes float above a low-slung unit to fashion a stylish storage wall with a lightweight aesthetic. A black Eames bird makes a playful accessory inside the display nook between the upper and lower units.
makes a stylistic link with the ridged rug and channel-tufted stool out in the living room, creating soft cohesivity throughout the home.
Opposite the end of the bed, A wood-slatted wall makes an attractive TV mount.
A unique bench stretches out in front of the decorative TV wall in a beautiful stone finish.
A modern home office is attached to the master bedroom. Behind the modern desk, a bespoke storage unit makes an eye-catching feature wall of wood-slatted detail and atmospheric LED backlighting.
A wall of sliding glass doors links the home office to a home gym area.
The workout area is a small covered balcony, with ample space for an exercise bike that is positioned to look out over the city.
The first of the two kids’ rooms features a fun headboard design and a creatively detailed focal wall with mood lighting.
A built-in desk makes a comfortable study area, whilst an unusual bookcase adds a quirky element opposite the bed.
Another fun headboard design and a cheerful bedroom rug accessorise a second modern kid’s room design. The headboard is a rich umber shade that warmly contrasts the light backdrop and matches chunky handles on a set of kid’s wardrobes.
Fluted bedside cabinets flank the sides of the double bed. An arched wall feature with pegboard-like perforations makes a decorative home for the kid’s study area. A sturdy metal desk chair tucks neatly underneath.
A unique bedroom pendant light floats down to earth in a cloud-inspired formation.
A white and umber chest of drawers rounds out the bedroom furniture layout with an eye-catching finish.
The guest room is a welcoming space with a wall of split storage units that match the master bedroom. A winged rattan headboard scoops cosily around the bedstead, two wooden side units and a racetrack-shaped bedroom rug . A piece of wall art is hung off-centre to balance out a slimline pendant light that descends at the opposite side of the room.
The bathroom design builds drama with a deeply tonal decor scheme of dark greige, cool grey, clean white, and warming wood tone. A unique ceramic greige bathtub commands an equally dark wet zone that encompasses the shower area. A grey bathroom stool is reminiscent of clay being spun on a potter’s wheel. A round mirror echoes the circular motif above the vanity.
A separate snug doubles as a cosy home theatre room and a piano room . A small tufted sofa faces onto a retractable projector screen and a shapely media shelving unit that is fashioned out of smooth creamy travertine. A small but eye-catching wooden coffee table nestles down in the centre of the movie theatre space, whilst a sculptural tower of book storage makes a decorative visual stop at the back of the room.
The piano is nestled into an alcove beside a custom-made bar area, which has a fridge installed underneath it for movie snacks and beverages. Bespoke storage units crown the music nook with wood slatted texture.
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
