Have you ever decorated with vibrant primaries? They’re so much fun but they’re a little tricky to get right, especially within the context of a small apartment where there’s very little room to hide the details that don’t quite flow. Primary colors are bold, showy, and impossible to ignore wherever they’re used. This post examines two compact apartments with primary colors, each approaching the challenge in a different way. The first makes a statement with straightforward fire-engine red accents , and the second uses a cerulean blue interior theme to make its secondary colors pop.
Architect:Nika Vorotyntseva
First, let’s look at a home that packs tremendous character into a modest yet versatile 56 square meters. Nika Vorotyntseva designed this apartment for a young woman who lives in the city. Energetic red accents ensure the home’s unique personality speaks out through every detail. The color theme is mostly uniform all the way across, with just a few dashes of secondary accents employed in surprising places. Red is a rare interior theme because it’s difficult to work with, but this apartment makes it look like a breeze.
Chevron stripes, zigzags, and diamond patterns give this otherwise minimalist space an extra spark of liveliness. Geometric patterns serve as a counterbalance to the bold red details used throughout this simple and streamlined home.
Furniture arrangements remain simple, but the composition is incredibly detailed and well planned. This space offers useful inspiration for those who cannot hang artwork on the walls because of material and rental concerns.
Modern artwork lends its bright and edgy personality wherever it possibly can. Keep an eye out for more – this collection encompasses a wide and exciting variety of themes and styles.
Red accents do more than just add excitement to the interior theme – they also help draw attention to distinctive features. There’s no specific reason to have an interior wall here, but the red paint makes this door an irresistible focal point.
Check out that plush beanbag sofa! Although the industrial theme is rather stark and minimalistic, comfortable accommodations don’t slip by unnoticed. The pouf to the right also plays into this casual theme.
But with so much emphasis on overarching themes, it’s nice to take some time to appreciate the carefully curated details. This little recessed tray in the coffee table offers an ideal spot to stash supplies and other materials that you’re currently using.
Storage space abounds to the left, red accents define important areas to the right, and natural materials create a comfortable focal point right in the center. The mirror propped up against the hallway wall is sure to prove useful for checking outfits before leaving the home.
Architectural details, like the radiator pictured here, definitely didn’t get passed over for the colorful accent treatment. A little color can turn any utility into an interior decor feature, much like the trend toward colorful cords in lighting design. Why hide a feature when you can embrace it?
Chic materials and bright accent colors give the bedroom a comfortable and welcoming vibe, while a number of bold accent pieces express the personality of the resident. This portion of the room is spare on furniture but big on character.
These unique pendant lamps were designed by Pio Manzù and Achille Castiglioni, and were named Parentesi (Italian for parenthesis or bracket) in reference to the curved tubing that allows for movement of the lighting fixture. There are no bedside tables to obscure the cool floor-to-ceiling design.
While the headboard wall remained minimalistic with its white painted brick, the other side of the room makes a more adventurous impression with colorful details against a backdrop of matte black.
Although this home doesn’t have heaps of integrated storage like other more spacious properties, this one does make good use of closets. This one is jazzed up with a little red.
And finally, a look at the bathroom! These sparkling red tiles add a whole new dimension to the primary color theme.
Architect:Nika Vorotyntseva
At 67 square meters, this blue apartment (also by Nika Vorotyntseva) enjoys a distinctive layout that wraps around a central volume. Despite the fact that adding interior walls can make a home feel smaller, this apartment uses its sunny windows and bright contrasting colors for a more spacious and energetic effect. It’s not a small apartment by any means – and it’s hard to find a space with a bigger personality than this one.
The architectural details are impossible to ignore. Notice the exposed pipe attached to the table to the left, with its orange paint and matching chair creating a powerful balance to the expanse of blue to the right.
The kitchen, on the other hand, remains relatively low-key and simple. Here the blue accents seem to invoke a streamlined Scandinavian vibe. The open shelves are a shared feature, offering decorative effect for the living room while displaying useful tools for the kitchen.
One purpose of the central volume reveals itself with this guarded peek into the bathroom. Pale yellow contrasts against the blue exterior yet embraces the orange accents nearby.
The rest of the central volume contains this fabulous concrete and plywood bedroom. Splashes of teal bring character to the otherwise industrial material theme and the result is quite powerful.
Complete with a desk, an overhead shelf, and its own private bathroom, this bedroom provides all the comforts of an apartment within an apartment. Drawing the curtains brings it back in touch with the social areas.
The desk is where all the magic happens. Whether you catch up on work at home or need a convenient place to study, it’s nice to have flexibility when it comes to office design . The ideal workspace will feel comfortable and functional while meeting individual productivity preferences and stylistic tastes. Everybody has different needs: some prefer the familiarity of sentimental decorations and others look to eliminate distraction at every turn, some require a little creative chaos while others place organization as a first priority. This post examines a delightful variety of inspirational workspaces you can adapt at home or at the office.
Designer:MARK Studio| Photographer:Russel Smith
While some people need neutral offices for concentration purposes, others prefer having some color and character around to energize their work. This office turns even the most ubiquitous details like shelf brackets and lamp cords into something inspiring with just a simple splash of yellow.
Visualizer:Luca Garau
This sleek office maintains a more traditional theme, but includes plenty of modernistic influence as well. You’ll notice the classic tube framed chair and the vintage-inspired bank of drawers to the right.
Visualizer:Artem Kupriianenko
A no-nonsense approach can make sense for open plan offices, but this desk and chair combination would look just as good at home – it has a smart minimalistic appeal, with its subtle black edges creating just the right amount of contrast to help it stand out. The computer chair in use here is the Eames Group Management Computer Chair. They could do with a cool headphone stand though.
Visualizer:Blackhaus Studio
Of course, within the privacy of your own home, an office can be whatever or wherever you want. This compact home office occupies a convenient niche in the living room where it’s easier to keep an eye on the kids.
Visualizer:Duc TayOne
Or if a grand office is more your style, you could take inspiration from this sprawling workspace. The desk stretches behind the full length of the sofa, with a stunning functional and decorative bookcase occupying most of the luxurious striped wall.
Visualizer:Gustavo Coutinho
Chic and simple, this clean home office look is perfect for the bedroom. Crisp white accents offer a modernistic aesthetic while the dark wood finish maintains a touch of classic formality. The dark swivel chair adds contrast to the setup.
Designer:Stephane Chamard
Artistic and quite edgy! This black and white office centers on a small but smartly arranged modular desk system paired with a provocative interpretation of the famous Panton Chair.
Visualizer:ODA Design Studio
Technically part of the living room, this workspace remains aesthetically distinct thanks to the distressed exposed brick and tile floors in contrast to the traditional stylings of the rest of the space. The seat is from the Chair One collection by Magis.
Visualizer:Юлия Цыганова
Check out this cool desk idea! With the matching shelves above and the white panel behind, it looks like an updated take on the classic secretary desk style, yet modernized and streamlined for maximum space efficiency.
Visualizer:Marek Singer
The photo of Audrey Hepburn on the desk says it all – this cute workspace embodies a fresh and cheerful approach to work or study. And just look at all that storage!
Visualizer:Annete Manuilova
Stylish yet welcoming, this office utilizes neutral and organic tones to create a focused atmosphere. It packs tons of character into details like the shelf hardware made of repurposed pipes and the fabulously quirky adjustable lamp made from wood.
Visualizer:Koss Turbin
No-frills furniture offers plenty of storage and a convenient L-shaped modern home office desk ideal for people who like to spread out their reference materials while working. The lamp is the iconic Jieldé design looking just as fresh today as it did when conceptualized in 1950.
Visualizer:Javier Wainstein
Vintage aviation themes meet minimalistic decor in this black and white office. The concrete and chrome details add an industrial attitude very well suited to the theme. The wire-frame chair is the work of furniture designer Alfredo Häberli.
Visualizer:Natali Malets
This desk is stunning! It takes center stage in an otherwise simple home office space, its bulky a-frame legs cutting a striking contrast with the smooth white work surface. Substantial desks like these are sure to many anyone look extra productive by association.
Visualizer:Serosez
Here’s another amazing Jieldé lamp, this time in the tall floor style. Whether browsing magazines late at night or working on a project until dawn, this thing can easily reach to illuminate the task at hand. Plus, it makes a great focal point for this otherwise minimalistic office.
Visualizer:Angelina T
Concrete and white accents team up to give this office a serious yet chic aesthetic. The transparent acrylic chair helps prevent the compact space from feeling too cramped, and it does its job quite well.
Visualizer:Mats-Peter Forss
If you’re looking for office ideas inspired by minimalist composition, this workspace demonstrates several useful principals. Notice that it’s not entirely bare to avoid the impracticality and impersonal feeling that sometimes goes along with ultra-refined themes. Instead, this space keeps its necessities simple and even includes a potted plant and a framed photo to boost the mood over a long workday.
Visualizer:Angelina T
Bedroom offices are a necessity for many, sometimes employed as a solution to cluttered living rooms and sometimes for the simple sake of privacy in a family home. This one doesn’t feel like a compromise at all, especially considering the fantastic view.
Visualizer:Trinh Nguyen
Classy and classic – this workspace seems conceptualized to suit the needs of an artist or an architect. Rather than pushing the table against a wall, this one faces in toward the open room. This arrangement allows the eye to wander for inspiration and leaves plenty of room to study models or references.
Designer:Elisabeth Tangen Johansen
And finally, let’s leave off with something fun. The geometric Chair One makes such a wonderfully dramatic pairing with the striped rug. While many designers try to make these miniature offices blend into the background, this designer embraced the arrangement with a bold theme. The shabby chic trash bag is also an interesting touch.
Source:PBTeen
Metallic accents can add a hint of lux to the space. Check out our copper table lamp post for some beautiful pieces.
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
