The ocean has an inexplicable pull on most people. It’s astounding beauty and raw, untamed power has captured human imagination for centuries. It has been the muse to many artists, inspiring some of the most magnificent pieces of art known to man. Most recently, self taught artist and New Zealand native, Ben Young . A surfer and boat maker by profession, he has been largely influenced by the enchanting artistry of the ocean. This influence is plainly seen in his expressive art pieces. An expert at using glass, concrete and bronze to create elegant masterpieces, he sees the beauty in two dimensional pieces and brings them to life in style.
This piece, named Homebound, is a beautiful blend of colored glass, cast cement and carved bronze. The glass highlights the grooves of the cement island, and the textured glass at the top cast gentle shadows on the cement ‘ocean floor’. The entire piece has a serene feel and would be a calming piece in any room of the house.
On this sculpture, the glass waves aren’t as calm as in the previous one, but not wild either. The unsupported cliff looks like a daring wave of land meeting the ocean with a gentle splash. As with all art, the piece is open to interpretation and is named Seeker’s Thoughts.
The carvings on this sculpture are gorgeous, but what really catches the eye is the deep curve filled with water. Dalkey Island showcases a lot of Young’s glass sculpting skills. Underneath we get a peek of his signature textured cement.
In days gone by, lighthouses were a signal of hope and a guiding light for ships that spent months at sea. This sculpture, Safe Keeper, takes us back to those days, the expertly carved lighthouse a beacon of safety over rising waters.
This piece rests safely on a base of solid cement that rises into the adventurous piece named Set Sail. A hint of excitement, and a sense of adventure characterize this piece.
The Entrance sees a little bronze man in a boat, guiding his boat through waters sided by steep walls. The name gives the sense that the little man is about to see something wonderful, while our eyes see something equally wonderful underneath his little boat.
Anyone who has ever been fishing knows that silence is essential. Anyone who wants a nautical piece to grace their area needs this Silence. This piece gives off the silent and peaceful aura that fishermen crave.
One of the ocean’s gifts is it’s ability to make us reflect on life, or anything really. This piece, Reflection, puts these thoughts into a three dimensional picture for us to enjoy.
Reflection and contemplation are synonyms, but this piece is the opposite of it’s sister, Reflection. Contemplation is darker, almost edgier with a dramatic oceanic view.
The Observer gazes out over the calm ocean before him. But we get a better view of the ocean that splashes against his cliff.
Wind dancer is an innocent piece that takes us back to childhood days spent on the beach. The piece has a dramatic flair with it’s steep cliffs highlighted by the laminated glass.
The little girl in Wind Dancer is delicately carved out of sterling silver. With fine detailing on her dress and in her wind swept hair she is an enchanting aspect to this gorgeous piece.
Solitary is multifaceted item, the solitary tree an exquisite example of his carving talent.
The other end of Solitary is a lonely underwater cave, the roof a fascinating feature showcasing the artist’s attention to detail.
Voyager rests on a simple metal stand, allowing the sculpture to achieve it’s full scope. The cement is transformed into a thrilling mold, that drops down and rises up- a perfect container for the textured glass. The gently windswept water casting subdued shadows on the ocean floor. All while the ship’s sails strain silently against the silent wind, forever continuing it’s endless journey.
The metal stand holds this piece’s central element safely above the floor. While the dark waters tempt sailors to try and cross through.
This underwater mountain range brings us a striking view of an oceanic panorama.
Quest takes a little bronze man on an uncertain adventure and takes the viewer on an aesthetically pleasing quest of all it’s delightful features.
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when looking at this sculpture? The oceanic bowl rests on a wooden frame and exists solely to put the viewer’s mind at Ease.
Watchtower stands tall and precisely carved, to warn passing ships about the unexpected underwater curve of the cliff wall.
This scenic picture is tinged with a hint of suspense… Will the sailboat fall?
The Catastrophe depicted here is trapped in one gripping sculpture, a story expertly told by the artist.
Every now and then we’re all tempted to leave civilization behind, in favor of a secluded little cottage by the sea. That’s not always possible, but Young’s Fjord helps us believe that it can be, someday.
What does your idea of an escape involve? White sandy beaches and palm trees? Escape provides all of that, all from the comfort of your home.
Arctic “I” provides you with more than just the tip of the iceberg by trapping a white floating iceberg in frigid blue waters.
We see the extent of the artist’s imagination and skill in Starboard Tack. Gracefully carved by a professional hand, Starboard captures the essence of tame ocean waters on a beautiful day, encasing it in glass and holding it together with sterling silver fittings.
Everyone knows that last minute panic to find your keys. Well search no more. We have assembled cast of 28 key holders that are not only functional, the right key holder can add to your décor. There’s something for animal a music lovers, and key holders for those wanting to add a little pop of color to your wall. They can even house other things like mail, coats, and scarves. Or you can keep it simple with an unobtrusive key holder that blends right in and does merely does its job without getting in the way. Here are more than 20 wall key holders to keep you organized.
Owl Key Ring Holder
This white owl key holder is a hoot to spruce up your wall and keep your keys in check.
Polar Bear Key Holder
A cool way to stash your keys. Hang this unique polar bear key holder that fits any decor.
Elephant House Key Ring Holder
An elephant never forgets, and you won’t either. Use this key holder for the wall and always know where your keys are.
Squirrel Key Holder
This orange squirrel peeks out of this branhand holds on to our keys until you need them again. The branch can be used to hang your bag.
Magnetic Wild Animal Heads Key Holders
Use your trhophy prize to hold your keys, available as a bull, rhino, and a tiger.
Magnetic Cloud Key Holder
Your keys will float in air with a simple cloud affixed to the wal with an adhesive back. It’s easy to install and your keys just float as they hold on.
Simple Magnetic Key Holder
These magnetic key holders work for hanging keys or keeping charging cables in check.
Birdhouse Key Holder
This wooden birdhouse are home to either a pink or green bird that doubles as a safety whistle.
Twin Birdhouse Key Holder
Get these two sparrows of different feathers together in one house.
House Shaped Key Holder
This white house holds your keys and works with any decor. Use multiple houses to make entire street to house keys for the entire family.
Wooden House Shaped Key Holder
This wood house shaped key holder can also hold your keepsakes on its shelf.
Shaped Based Key Chains and Holders
These geometric key holders come in triangle, square, circle, and pentagon shapes and include a key chain.
Umbrella Key Holders
Add a little color, make a rainbow with these colorful umbrella key holders. Flip one over to have a place to drop your loose change.
Lego Key Holder
This lego key holder with two key rings is great for the home, office, or garage.
Piano Key Holder
Pianists, we have found your key holder. Five whistle key chains are found on the black keys.
Equalizer Key Holder
Music composers, this white and red equalizer magnetic keyboard is for you.
Plug Key Holder
Plug your keys into this faux outlet with the included red keychain.
Magnetic Key Holders for Your Switch Panels
There is no need to affix anything to your wall, simply place this magnetic keyholder to your switch plate.
Doorman Key Holder & Hook
Fashioned like an old style lock and key, this key holder comes in blue and beige and has a door knob for your bag to hang on.
His & Her Key Holder
For both him and her, this key holder is great for couples, kids, roomates and comes in a contemporary nickel finish.
Handout Holder
This keyholder is always waiting open handed for your keys or cell phone.
Octopus Wall Hook
This wall hook is all arms. With a bronze finish, it offers six spots for your keys, leashes, or anything you need to keep near your door.
Magnetic Key Holder and Mail Organizer
This simple wood finish key holder is also a coupon or mail caddy.
Coat Rack With Floating Shelf and Key Hooks
This java finish organizer has hooks for keys, bags, and coats. Use the shelf for your shades or remote control, and slip your mail and other important papers in the slot.
Wall Shelf Mail & Key Holder
This white shelving holds your in and outgoing mail, accessories, keys, and scarves.
Minimalist Style Bamboo Organizer & Key Holder
This organizer’s finish is perfect for a simple contermporary or artisan look and it also works well for a beachhouse or dorm.
Keys Holder
This cast iron key holder comes in four shades to hand your keys, leashes, and charging cords.
Key Shaped Key Holder
The shape is key for this polished aluminum key holder. This can be used to hang your keys and your charms when not on your bracelet.
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
