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We could all use a little boost to our productivity and creativity when working from home, and having a well-designed home office is a great place to start. Whether you have a small spare room, a corner, or just a nook, there are plenty of ways that a tiny space can encourage your best work. Some people concentrate well in a clean and organized setting, while others thrive in a more eclectic environment. Incorporating elements like natural light, neat storage, and personalized decor can help you feel more focused. With these 51 small home office ideas, you’ll be well on your way to creating a space that feels motivating and inspiring.
Designer:DG Estudio Arquitectura
A mid century modern chair and a beautiful mosaic tile floor treatment make stylish accompaniments to a wooden, box-frame home workspace design. The bespoke installation incorporates an internal window to attain a fully cohesive result.
Visualizer:Int2
This small home office makes great use of a narrow nook. Floating shelves and a freestanding desk stop just short of an edge-to-edge glass door, leaving a breath of air between them.
Visualizer:Shmidt Studio
Covered balconies lend themselves well to small home office spaces, and they make sunny homes for an indoor plant or two. Complement your potted friends with an invigorating green-painted border. It will boost your mood and your energy.
Designer:Mas aqui
A DIY desk and shelving unit is custom-made to fit snugly here. The pieces utilize every inch of available wall space in an uplifting, sunny corner of the home.
Visualizer:on 117 SP
Tuck a small home office area into a wall of storage. This wall of units incorporates a cantilevered bed too, so you can roll out of the sheets and get straight to work.
Visualizer:Inès GD Design
Fitting your home office with a wide, sliding door allows it to stand open to the living space without obstruction. This is especially beneficial for tiny offices that can feel claustrophobic, or those lacking natural light. At the end of the day, just close it off again and forget it’s there till tomorrow.
Visualizer:Aline Ramalho
Slice off part of a room with an inward-facing desk. Stack shelves behind it and lay a rug to define the area.
Visualizer:Ján Mrázko
For those who suffer when being stuck inside, place your desk up against a floor-to-ceiling window to feel more connected to the great outdoors.
Visualizer:Anastasiia Reznichenko
A closet workspace provides a practical solution when space is tight. Add a designer table lamp to create a welcoming glow and task lighting.
Visualizer:kvartira_moej_mechty
Apply panel molding behind your desk to fashion a classic aesthetic.
Visualizer:Trần Anh Quý
A vivid yellow desk draws laser focus against a matt black background. Add a yellow desk chair and storage unit to complete the ensemble.
Designer:Edition Office
Construct an earthy wood-tone home office to build a feeling of calm and tranquility. In this home, a mini courtyard elevates the look.
Designer:Pothe.arquitectura
Add a rest and contemplation area into a spare corner. Stepping away from the desk frees the creative mind and lets new ideas form.
Designer:Daniel Titchener
Capitalize on vertical space by installing wall cabinets above the desk. The extra units will help to keep the work surface clear of files and stationery supplies.
Designer:Daniel Titchener
Create a modern home office feature wall with alternating lengths of stripwood. This subtle treatment adds interest to a plain space without being too visually distracting.
Visualizer:LMNL office
Make use of a spacious landing area by installing a made-to-measure desk. This home office area is wonderfully lit by a huge skylight, which is sure to keep energy high throughout the day.
Visualizer:Elemental Design
Frame a double workspace with an elegant arch -shaped alcove. Build shelves up inside of the alcove and backlight them to create a cozy ambiance that will cheer your mood.
Visualizer:Dương Phan
Ideally, bedrooms are reserved for rest but they do offer the quiet that’s conducive to work. If you must set up shop in your bedroom, assemble a minimalist setup that doesn’t upset the air of relaxation.
Visualizer:Alina Berezovetskaya
Maintain a tranquil bedroom decor scheme by camouflaging your workspace into a wall of wardrobes. Back your workspace with identical material and make a desktop and shelves to match.
Visualizer:Nataliia Honchar
If you have a bulky black PC setup or a cumbersome desk chair, try lowering their impact with a dark wall color like this deep shade of blue. Then, introduce wood-tone elements to bring natural balance.
Visualizer:RUDA Studio
Getting out in nature is great for our mental health, so it can’t hurt to surround a modern home office desk with botanical beauty either.
Visualizer:Hotvianskyi
Brighten an industrial-style, concrete-clad home office with strips of radiant LED light. Choose slimline shelving and a chic desk chair to refine the look.
Floating desks make cleaning the floors a breeze. They also create a more open aesthetic without the visual clutter of leg supports.
Visualizer:Kseniya Romanova
Personalize your home workspace with quirky elements that bring you joy. This unique desk design and eye-catching desk chair add bags of character to a tiny nook. Its placement alongside a window seat means that it also receives an influx of natural light and has a place for restful contemplation.
Visualizer:Alina Gordienko
Warm greige paintwork provides a distraction-free backdrop. A simple box shelf makes a neat spot to keep books and nicknacks off the desk. A desk with drawers keeps small stationery items organized.
Visualizer:Art Group by Vasilkova Daria
Create clear zoning around a small home office area by applying wood wall paneling and matching shelves on either side.
Visualizer:ZEWORKROOM Studio
If you’re not sure where to fit a home office, then how about tucking it right behind the headboard? This hybrid headboard-desk design literally puts work behind you when you hit the sheets.
Designer:gon architects
Creative types thrive in environments filled with color. A wall of books brings its own rainbow, add to the palette with vibrant desk chairs and a flamboyant rug.
Visualizer:Patricia Castro Interiores
Life revolves around the kitchen, so it makes sense to install a desk here too. Match home office cabinetry and hardware to the kitchen installation to achieve a cohesive look.
Designer:Iglesias-Hamelin Arquitectos
Save desk space by installing a swing arm lamp .
Visualizer:DOOD Studio
A pegboard wall offers a flexible solution for home office shelving and displaying plants. An ideal option for anyone who needs to continually change up their space to stay inspired.
Visualizer:FORMOGRAFIA studio
This pegboard wall is integrated into a set of floor-to-ceiling wall panels to build a seamless aesthetic.
Visualizer:Universal Templates
Noone said workspaces have to be boring. Add an artistic twist to your home office with a unique sculptural chair .
Visualizer:Knife In Your Heart
Go for a fully tailored look with a wraparound layout in matching materials.
Visualizer:xoio GmbH
Align your desk area with a glass door to fuel morning work sessions with sunlight and pleasant views.
Visualizer:NANYU DESIGN
This bedroom workspace setup slices directly beneath a row of elevated glass wardrobes to amalgamate two functions on one wall.
Visualizer:skar-design.by
Dark gray home office decor merges with a sophisticated living room here, making one smooth, moody aesthetic.
Visualizer:Thi Cao
A glass wall home office builds a sound barrier without blocking light share or truncating the visual flow.
Visualizer:Midjourney
Tiny home offices can squeeze almost anywhere, take this small under-the-stairs home office for example. The low rise of the staircase causes no problem above a desk.
Visualizer:Midjourney
Extend shelving around the full perimeter of a small corner home office to make sure you’re never short of space for books and plant babies.
Visualizer:Midjourney
Be inspired by the sweet romance of florals and a pastel color palette with a small shabby chic home office.
Visualizer:Midjourney
Hang handwoven rugs, rattan decor pieces, and scatter terracotta pots to fashion a small boho-style home office.
Visualizer:Midjourney
Keep things fresh and simple with Scandinavian-style home office furniture and plenty of greenery.
Visualizer:u/Oxygenix
Combat a home office setup that’s heavy with technology with an equal helping of Mother Nature’s finest.
Visualizer:Mateus Pecly
Split a double workspace down the middle with a set of under-desk drawers. Minimize the irritation between coworkers in close quarters by decorating with a calming blue color palette.
Visualizer:VII Studio
Make the split a little more solid between double workspaces with a full-height partition.
Visualizer:Oscar Pastor
Lots of windows make a light and inviting home office but screen reflections can cause eyestrain and headaches. Fit lightweight blinds so that you can filter direct sunlight without plunging the room into total darkness.
Visualizer:Zrobim
Improve workspaces that look onto a flat wall with a gallery of inspirational images. Picture frames with glass will also pleasantly reflect natural light, making you feel less closed in.
Visualizer:Zrobym
Black, white, and wood decor palettes make a no-nonsense home office decor aesthetic. Add high-shine chrome desk chairs to sharpen and brighten the finish.
Visualizer:Coy Yiontis Architects
This black and white decor scheme is accompanied by dark wood-tone elements to conjure a professional appearance.
Designer:Nordico| Photographer:Hey! Cheese
In a rental apartment, you’ll need to minimize alterations and restrict damage to the walls of your new home office. An adjustable desk and shelving unit could be the answer you’re looking for. Although, you’ll still need to secure a tall unit with just a few anchor points for safety.
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
