Who guards your throne room? This hand-painted knight is cast in resin with incredible detail, ready to serve anyone who beckons for ye olde hindclothe.
Dark green and fresh white decor combine to make two super stylish home interiors, each with their very own unique character. We kick off the tours with a home interior built with obscure angles and irregular curves, dark green accents and a minimalist layout. A bespoke bookcase with an integrated slide makes an eye-catching hero piece for the family living room. Pink, blue and yellow infusions uplift the look. Out next tour is a chic home that’s cut through with luxe white marble elements. A more green dominant balance is explored within these walls, whilst dove grey furniture and lively yellow accents lighten the effect.
Designer:U Interior Design| Photographer:Andy’s Photography
Dark green paintwork accentuates a curving ceiling line in this unique interior.
The dark stripe whisks around the whole open plan living room, threading each task area together. An open plan kitchen diner flows into the reading nook and TV zone.
A single pink accent chair is placed in a central point so that it can be turned towards the bookcase or to the TV. A spherical mini pouf rests nearby.
The rectangular dining table stands in a light spot by the window. Its sharp line mimics the linear kitchen island. Glass dining room pendant lights create parallel shine with hanging wine glasses over the kitchen countertop.
Wall art and an indoor plant teases the green accent colour down from the ceiling.
A small round rug defines the minimalist sitting area from the rest of the spacious open plan. The floating gloss media unit under the TV is a bespoke design that wraps around the corner of its mounting wall.
Curvaceous lines scoop out a unique bookcase design in the corner of the room. A raised floor makes the library into a room within a room, which is exaggerated by its stark colour difference and the placement of its very own arched window.
Vases, sculpture and plantlife accessorise the book stacks. The tower curves over at the top, flexing toward the bend in the ceiling.
The bespoke bookcase morphs into an indoor slide at one side! A perfect addition to keep kids’ energy burned off in a family home.
trail from a suspended rack over the kitchen island, where pink coated rails establish an eye-catching feature.
The pink shelf rails tie in with a pink tile kitchen backsplash, creating uplifting moments inside the black kitchen.
are easily put away in a handy location above the sink, and hang within easy reach of the dining table.
The unique room layout is a concoction of obscure angles and irregular curves.
A yellow, black and white bedroom scheme strikes a strong yet cheerful note. A bedside floor lamp emerges from a run of black base cabinets, cutting crisply across white uppers.
A small bedside table lamp brightens the opposite side of the arrangement. The industrial style lighting adds a little edge to a tray top bedside table .
The sliding door to the bathroom has been given the black and white treatment so that it blends with the run of two-tone storage units. The bedroom entry door is a quaint arched design, modernised in matt black paint.
Black and yellow art compliments the decor colour palette.
A unique plant stand adds a dash of greenery by the window, which is dressed with a silver day & night blind.
A short slipper bathtub fits the narrow ensuite bathroom space.
Yellow grout criss-crosses white wall tiles, bringing colour relief to the monochrome scheme.
Another arched interior door leads to a kid’s room.
Colourful poufs roll the floor of the play space. A day & night blind filters direct sunlight, keeping the area pleasantly bright but cool. A mountain mural paints a fun setting for a kid’s fabric teepee.
Visualizer:Studio Proxy
The next home has a dark green dominated living room, which is balanced out with pale grey furniture and luxe white marble elements.
push through the centre of the lounge between two modern grey sofas. Industrial inspired wall lamps reach far and wide along the dark green accent walls.
A floor lamp with a remarkably oversized shade makes another distinctive lighting moment on the opposite side of the room.
A round dining table soaks up the dark green accent colour too, along with a set of green Gubi Beetle chairs.
The wood flooring of the lounge and dining spaces comes to a stop at the kitchen, where it is replaced by a solid white alternative. A white marble kitchen island floats near the edge of the stark floor.
An L-shaped white kitchen features a stack of shelving to display pantry items. An impressive marble backsplash wall compliments the beautiful island.
The softness of dove grey and white continues into the master bedroom design.
A 4 poster bed introduces a little bit of romance into the modern aesthetic.
The bedroom’s interior doors match with the wall paintwork, resulting in smooth camouflage.
Inside the ensuite, a dark green ceiling puts a bold cap on a white and pale green decor scheme. The modern bathroom vanity injects an exciting stream of bright yellow into the centre of the layout.
Wood effect floor tiles are continued into the shower enclosure for a seamless finish.
Matt black fixtures and fittings make confident additions to the light backdrop.
A small powder room is coloured with a wide belt of dark green. Black fixtures, a black trash can , and monochrome tiles bring dark notes to the lower half of the room.
Black grout defines vertical wall tiles.
White marble returns in the main bathroom, luxuriously cladding the walls, floor and shower enclosure.
A towel ladder makes use of the corner in the spacious shower cubicle.
Black units smartly underline the white bathroom vanity top.
The toilet tucks away discreetly behind a privacy wall.
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
