Silky smooth modern finishes, light and calming backdrops, arches and creative curves fill these two modern home interiors with a restrained sense of luxury. Visualised by 吴 振宇 , this duo of interesting interiors spark intrigue with dashes of the unexpected. Wall and ceiling stucco takes on a life of its own as it rises and falls in subtly curvaceous focal points, room dividers, and zoning devices. Thoughtful lighting schemes draw attention to the details and set the mood. Furniture is contemporary with an emphasis on comfort and stylish practicality. Built-in cabinetry offers entirely bespoke arrangements that neatly hug the edges of room layouts, making the most of void spaces.
Our first featured home design has a living room with a spectacular view . The large edge-to-edge window inspires a sunken lounge area, so that the panorama may be enjoyed all the way into the back of the apartment.
A curved ceiling bows overhead, which adds to the light and airy atmosphere of the living room. Back down on the floor of the lounge, a pair of round coffee tables complement the arched ceiling line.
Behind the sunken lounge, a second seating area is situated towards the back of the apartment where there is less natural light. To combat the shadows, a recessed LED lighting system has been installed along the perimeter of the room. The thin ribbon of light also accentuates a smoothly curved canopy that scoops to its end behind a built-in bookcase.
The large living room rug adds texture underfoot. A unique coffee table features a glass extension that allows the eye-catching rug pattern to shine through.
A Tom Dixon Opal Arc floor lamp can be switched between powerful and diffused light to suit the situation or task at hand. Behind the cushiony modular sofa, a row of built-in bookcases are backlit to set a cosy mood.
More LED strip lights cast a subtle glow across the TV wall and underneath a bank of floating storage cabinets.
Rich walnut fills the floors and feature walls.
A passageway between the living room and the dining room comes alive with the flickering flame of a sleek letterbox fireplace.
Above the modern fireplace , concave circles sink inside the wall stucco to create a beautiful focal point.
A huge arch gives entry into the formal dining room. A large ceiling rose, round dining table , and upholstered dining chairs continue the curved motif.
The dining room is combined with an open plan kitchen arrangement.
The peaceful greige master bedroom scheme is warmly textured with a wood panel headboard and freshened with muted green accents.
Light from the modern bedside table lamp reflects upon a glossy linear storage unit.
Two bedroom chairs , a small side table, and a floor reading lamp make a cosy conversation area, a spot for morning coffee, or a bedtime reading nook.
Another wood panelled headboard feature wall provides the focal point for a second double bedroom design.
Inside the walk-in wardrobe, smoked glass wardrobes moodily line one wall, whilst a modern vanity table is customised to overlap the deep window sill.
In here, a curved ceiling line complements an arched upholstered headboard. A raised platform around the bed fashions a split-level layout.
The final bedroom, located just off the living room, is a large and light-filled space. A round rug peeps playfully from beneath the upholstered bed to support the interesting asymmetrical layout.
A home workspace is indulged with the waterside view.
A marble double sink bathroom vanity stretches across the luxury bathroom.
Inside the shower room, a similar materials palette ensures cohesivity throughout.
A decorative tray adorns the cool white marble vanity with a touch of warming wood tone.
In the final bathroom, two modern bathroom vanity lights descend in front of an illuminated mirror and cast an atmospheric glow across a unique glass bathtub.
Inside our second featured home design, a tasselled living room rug lays down texture and pattern to shake up a laconic lounge design..
The TV wall is curved to fashion a smooth divide between the living room and the hallway.
Recessed lights edge a curved ceiling detail above the sofa.
A glass brick partition wall shares light with the neighbouring home office. Adjacent to the lounge in the open layout , a dining area is illuminated by a backlit wine storage wall.
The wooden dining chairs are the Easy chair , designed by Pierre Jeanneret.
As we move past the wooden dining table , we arrive at a modern white and wood tone kitchen installation.
Two dainty dining room pendant lights drip tiny droplets of light onto the eating area.
Inside the modern home office , a bespoke L-shape desk has been wall mounted to maximise floor space.
Drawers add storage beneath the desk, whilst a wall mounted bookcase holds files clear of the work surface.
In the master suite, a unique bedroom pendant light draws attention at one end of a custom-made headboard design, where it highlights its en vogue slatted texture.
Curved stucco melts the headboard wall into the ceiling line to create one flowing feature.
A tinted glass bathtub leads the way into the open plan ensuite bathroom .
The apartment also has a smaller guest bedroom. An unusual arched headboard design is teamed with an equally unique storage unit, which has decorative portholes upon its doors.
Just the job for an industrial home office space, this sculptural 4th dimension concrete desk clock brings luxe gold accents along too.
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
