The architect team at Line Design Studio have designed a bespoke space saving interior for an apartment that measures just 65 square metres. Located in Svetlogorsk, Russian Federation, the apartment features a narrow living room that was also required to include a dedicated work area for the client. The kitchen occupies a separate room, complete with a fully fledged dining area and its own comfy sofa. The bedroom is a shared space that incorporates a bespoke bunk bed design to suit its compact limitations, as well as a tv and gaming area. Despite the tight dimensions of the home, every area feels open and airy thanks to ingenious built-in furniture ideas and calm cohesive decor.
Photographer:Sergey Melnikov
A minimalist living room decor scheme helps this narrow space feel airy - rather than claustrophobic with a menagerie of display and decor items closing in the walls. The corridor-like room runs straight into a home office area, which has been defined by a runaround wood effect panel on both walls and ceiling. The home office end of the modular sofa also changes colour here, from soft beige to black.
The wood effect wall panel ends at a floating desk design, as if the panel had been folded out to form the shelf desk at its extremity. Only a neat desk lamp and a simple vase of greenery adorn the minimalist workspace .
Beside the desk, a floating unit runs the length of the living room. The wall mounted cabinet can be used to store office supplies by the small desk and media items below a flat screen tv. A modern coffee table set holds the tv remote and some light reading material within reach of the sofa.
The larger of the coffee table duo is made from punched sheet metal, powder coated in a pure white finish.
In stark contrast, the smaller coffee table of the pair is coated jet black, set on a chequered black area rug.
Next door to the lounge, a kitchen diner occupies roughly the same floor space as the living room. Kitchen cabinets and open kitchen shelving hug one wall whilst a small sofa occupies the other. The Scandinavian style chairs and dining table set takes up the brightest spot right by the window. SImilarly to the home office area in the lounge, wood panelling surrounds this zone. A wireframe dining pendant light drops down from the ceiling panel.
A white oven and hob matches with the light worktops and marble backsplash.
Wood kitchen base units tie in with the Scandi style dining set.
Some of the cabinet doors have the same white punched metal finish seen used for the living room coffee table.
The punched sheet metal doors allow for items to be partially seen through, without revealing too much kitchen clutter.
The marble backsplash stretches the full height and length of the one wall kitchen . There is not a lot of bench space in the small kitchen , but a tower of open shelving allows for frequently used items to be kept out and close to hand.
The white and wood theme looks fresh and warm at the same time.
A stainless steel faucet matches the undermount kitchen sink.
Sliding glass doors open up the end of both the lounge and the kitchen diner to the hallway, which creates one free-flowing living space. The hallway itself is a spacious zone with decor that is synonymous with the other rooms.
A floating bench seat protrudes by the door as a place to perch and put on shoes.
The front door and hallway feature wall have been coloured grey to challenge the warmth of wood tone panelling.
The wood panels open to reveal a generous amount of hall storage. White closet doors conceal more storage at the far end.
When closed, the sliding doors of the living room still allow natural daylight to pass through their frosted glass panes to light the hallway.
The bedroom is a shared space with ocean blue and white decor.
A high backed upholstered seat has been built into an awkward corner. The comfy chair serves as a reading nook, and as a place to watch tv and play video games.
Wood panelling and a white media unit make up the tv wall decor. LED perimeter lighting sends a soft glow down the bedroom walls and blue window blinds.
Blue venetian blinds also cover a glass door out to a bedroom balcony. A bespoke bunk bed design make this bedroom fit for two sleepers without compromising floor space. The built-in bunks have storage drawers beneath but there are no wardrobes in this room. Clothes can be stored just outside the bedroom door in the two hallway closets.
A modern wall sconce provides reading light inside each bunk. Floating wall shelves act as bedside units, each with their own power sockets for charging phones overnight.
A combined bathroom and utility saves space. This washer dryer sits right under the vanity unit, opposite the toilet. The vanity is crisp and white with a coordinated countertop. A mosaic effect tile decorates the white walls.
The vanity top incorporates a unique bathroom sink . The basin’s circular shape is echoed by a large round illuminated vanity mirror , plus a smaller version that brings additional light to the wash area. A square shaped soap dispenser and toothbrush holder play on the sharp edges of the mosaic effect wall decor.
The minimalist aesthetic is an amalgamation of clean lines and simplistic layouts, and this recipe lends itself perfectly to a light and fresh white decor finish. The initial idea of creating a simple white interior design sounds like a simple one - however it can be tricky to get the balance just right. How do you fashion a stylish space with minimal items? How do you avoid a chilly atmosphere in the absence of colour? Stick with us as we walk you through three white minimalist home tours that nail the look; see how to use texture, shape, careful curation and bespoke storage solutions to succeed in a high end minimalist makeover.
Visualizer:Z Design
Our first of three home tours begins in a minimalist living room , which is furnished with two white sofas and an open plan kitchen in one corner. The white on white kitchen installation is mostly set into a wall of full height cabinets, with the exception of a dining peninsula that serves three seats along an overhang. The walls in the room are devoid of decoration or art, however they are painted with light to create a welcoming glow.
The only colour in the room comes from a small library, which only half fills a set of display shelves to maintain the pared back effect. Plain white blinds dress large windows.
Despite the all white colour scheme in the galley kitchen , the integrated appliances have been selected in a black colourway. The black notes provide a bite of interest and add weight to the look.
A trio of unique kitchen pendant lights descend over the three kitchen bar stools , with a coordinated white coating.
Beyond the living room, a white bedroom scheme is a calm and restful place.
A black bed throw provides a visual anchor in this light room.
Despite the cool white palette, this still looks a cozy bedroom thanks to casually stacked reading material on and under rounded bedside tables.
The master bedroom layout also includes an open plan ensuite shower room. A square toilet and bidet provide a high end look in the plain scheme. Black fixtures and fittings bring it bang on trend.
Decayed pattern decorates the wall behind a modern sofa in our second minimalist home tour. A small section like this adds just the right amount of interest in a simplified scheme.
A black modern wall sconce punctuates the white feature wall.
White tv wall decor has been textured with sections of slatted wall. The wall mounted media console unit is finished in a very light wood effect. The same pale wood tone is repeated as a flat wall panel behind an adjacent desk to softly define the work area.
The living room runs into an open plan white kitchen. The floating tv unit is chamfered at this end to create a smooth flow between the two spaces, as well as a stylish feature. A black modern chandelier marks the transition between the two areas of use, over a dining peninsula.
Open kitchen shelving and some wall units bring areas of light wood grain into this end of the room too.
Another patterned feature wall appears inside the modern bedroom in this home, this time across a headboard wall.
A floating side table serves each side of the bed, finished in wood effect.
The wood grain continues over a modern bathroom vanity in the ensuite.
Wood panelling covers the side of the bathtub in the main bathroom, and continues around the perimeter to join with a vanity area.
Bespoke bathroom furniture is flush fitted for a seamless flowing look.
Pale grey-blue tiles mark out the shower zone.
The kid’s room decor incorporates gentle blue and biscuit tones. Generous amounts of storage is hidden away in bespoke closets and cabinets to keep the room clear of mismatched bulky toys.
Geometric pattern finds its way into the scheme through a cosy area rug and a painted bedroom feature wall.
The hallway is kept free from the clutter of coats, shoes and bags by installing plentiful storage options.
Visualizer:D3 Design
Our last minimalist home tour brings us to this cosy space, with a warm lighting scheme and wood laminate flooring.
Despite the overall emptiness of the room, the perimeter lighting and the glow from unique floor lamps make this a welcoming room.
One of two white side tables holds a clear glass fruit bowl . There is no additional ornamentation in this simplistic relaxation space; the upholstered taupe sofa is the hero of the piece.
Around the corner stands a kitchen with an island. A formal dining area is made up of six white modern dining chairs around a white dining table by the window.
Black and grey tones dress the windows in this home, in stark contrast to the rest of the light decor.
The white kitchen island is equipped with a compact tubular cooker hood to keep the look crisp and free from unnecessary ornamentation.
A glass room divider has been fitted with window blinds to conceal the busy appliance side of the kitchen from view of the dining area and the home entryway.
The kitchen island oversees the hallway.
Soft LED lighting glows along the kitchen backsplash.
The wooden staircase design appears as if boxed into a neat nook.
Upstairs, the master bedroom scheme uses a larger amount of deep grey tones to match an industrial chic concrete feature wall. Warming woodtone engulfs an open plan closet.
The industrial vibe continues inside the master bedroom.
A concrete floor runs seamlessly through, creating one complete wet zone with the shower floor.
A white countertop cuts across the double sink bathroom vanity , with bright lighting around twin mirrors to counterbalance the dark decor.
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
