Appreciated for their timeless appeal, smooth cream and warm white home interiors exude grace and upmarket style. A soft overlay of cream, warm white, and beige allows exquisite, intricate designs to move charmingly to the forefront. Light walls present a clean aesthetic, leaving wall panelling, crown moulding, central ceiling roses, or architectural archways to place the decorative icing on the cake. Coordinated pale furnishings with interesting silhouettes put poise before colourful impact. Modern light installations drop in slices of stylish influence, without upsetting the delicate visual balance. Here, we’ll look at two chic, creamy white interiors, one with a neoclassical approach and the other a chic modern abode.
Visualizer:Shenzhen Benwu Design Team
A large area rug lays down a soothing blanket of cream beneath the living room of our first home interior. The light base complements creamy walls of traditional wainscotting and a decoratively moulded cream ceiling.
Whilst a modern cream tufted sofa design melds gently with its colour matched backdrop, a black accent chair drops a dark anchor in the ethereal scheme.
White marble coffee tables are streaked with striking dark veins in the centre of the light living room, creating a naturally patterned impact.
The dark vein in the marble draws a connection with the large black TV screen in the living room, which is displayed within an elegant archway. A black and white zebra print lounge chair gives a characterful twist to the refined lounge furniture arrangement.
The curves of the modern side table by the sofa complements the recessed archway within the wall panelling.
The open plan lounge flows directly into a spacious kitchen design with a dining island.
A white marble kitchen countertop crowns the prep section of the island, whilst the dining table portion slides away in solid timber.
The island lighting is a chic white pendant with a lightweight aesthetic.
A modern wall sconce punctuates the creamy white wall behind the dining island with a stark black frame.
Inside the neoclassical bedroom , modern furniture counterbalances a scene of classic panel moulding and intricate ceiling scrolls. Sheer white voiles billow at the windows with a romantic air.
The upholstered bed features an extended headboard design, which provides a cushioned background for two contrasting bedside table designs. A sleek white marble panel adds another luxurious layer behind.
A unique end of bed bench , shaped from bolster cushions, is set atop a cream bedroom rug with a subtle pattern.
The master bedroom boasts a private dressing room that is lined with custom made wardrobes and marble shelving. A built-in vanity table fits in around the window at the head of the narrow room.
The luxury bathroom comes alive under stunning marble wall cladding and a matching vanity area.
The second double bedroom in the home is a fully-fitted space with floating wardrobes and a bespoke bedside unit. A unique bedroom pendant light drops a single dark accent into the creamy white decor scheme.
A kid’s room is energised by a heavily patterned rug and a visually warming upholstered headboard design.
Designer:Leo Studio
Our second featured home interior is a smaller abode with a more minimalist approach. The modern living room is simply furnished with a tufted sofa , lounge chair, and smooth wooden coffee tables.
The round coffee table set stands on a bare wooden floor. A projector wall completes the streamlined lounge look.
Rounded edges shape a modern wall mounted media unit, which curvaceously compliments an arched doorway into the hall. A vase of flowers brings a sudden splash of colour to the warm white home interior.
A modern living room floor lamp stands by the tufted sofa to create a cosy reading area.
A mini pendant light provides task lighting at one end of the floating media unit on the projector wall. A small olive tree flourishes in front of a warmly wood-panelled wall.
The lounge is separated from the neighbouring dining area by a low room divider with smoothly curved edges.
The room divider conceals storage cabinets inside, which serve the dining room.
The two wooden dining chairs at the modern dining table are the iconic Easy chair by Pierre Jeanneret. A modern dining bench furnishes the opposite side.
Spherical pendant lights drop in a duo over the dining table, their solid white shades cleanly coordinating with the floor lamp in the adjacent lounge area.
A guest room doubles as a second sitting room when house guests are not present. The modern sofa design opens out into a bed. A wall of rich walnut wardrobes provides the compact apartment with an abundance of extra storage.
Another olive tree is potted by the window of the guest room, where it can benefit from natural sunlight.
Vertical window blinds diffuse the bright daylight. A soft beige throw offers a cosy spot in which to sit and gaze out at the view.
In the master bedroom, a panelled and slatted feature wall is fashioned behind a pale blush upholstered bed. A beige knitted throw warms the food of the bed.
One bedside table doubles as a vanity area with a stylish stool to accompany it.
The dressing table slots neatly into a run of bespoke wooden wardrobes.
On the opposite side of the bed, a unique round bedside table displays a decorative amber glass vase and a white cube candle.
A modern wall sconce directs reading light over the pillows.
Sage green is a timeless hue that gently brings in a hint of the outdoors. It is a colour that looks at home in any sized living space, from large and luxurious to succinctly compact. This versatile shade can be used to colour sophisticated spaces that have a hint of tradition or equally to imbue fresh modern vibes. In this collection of five inspirational home interiors, we look at how a cohesive colour palette of sage green can achieve a calming flow throughout modern residences. We’ll see how the shade works just as well in bathrooms and bedrooms as it does in main living areas, and how to achieve the right balance with white and wood tone elements.
Visualizer:Mai Trang Nguyen
Entering the living room of our first sage green home interior, we’re met with a unique, colour perforated feature wall design. The spots of colour complement a sage green small sofa down in front.
A small racetrack coffee table drops a weighty black note into the centre of the sage green and white lounge scheme, which helps to balance out the black wall mounted TV screen.
The legs of the dining table flaunt a stark black finish too, carrying the dark accent all the way through the open plan living space. A modern dining pendant light adds another touch of black above.
Two white dining chairs lightly balance a pair of sage green counterparts. A green and white kitchen installation continues the colour contrast.
A green upholstered bed dominates the master bedroom design, stretching out in front of another colour perforated feature wall treatment.
A glass bedroom pendant light descends upon a green-chipped terrazzo bedside unit and a simple white decorative vase . See more inspiration for bedroom pendant lights
Visualizer:Abdulelah Jokhadar & Mehmet Fet. Ozyildirim
In our next home design, the lounge area is almost free from green accents, except for indoor plants and a solitary scatter cushion.
A sage green focal wall is centred in the open plan layout, where it colours the main dining area.
Six on-trend wicker chairs are complemented by two wicker pendants above the wooden dining table. A clear glass vase of greenery makes a fresh table centrepiece.
A column of shelving takes the green accent over to the kitchen, next to a small breakfast bar. A plethora of indoor plants colour a ceiling-mounted shelving unit above the bar.
Wood slatted panels build room dividers and an attractive ceiling runner that marks the hallway of the home.
A set of wood slats are applied to the glazed walls of the home office to increase privacy. Inside the home workspace, a tufted leather sofa defines a comfortable lounge area, whilst the desk is tucked away at the back. A change in colour palette gives the workspace definition from the rest of the home.
The soothing sage green palette is reintroduced in the master dressing room. A runner rug and modern wall art make a subtle splash, and a matching green stool is teamed with the vanity table .
Heavy black and grey elements are combined with sage green accents in our third home interior, resulting in a moody, sophisticated aesthetic.
A custom-built green shelving unit frames the lounge area, whilst dark wood grain wall panelling defines the dining nook. A modern linear suspension light adds a luxe glimmer of gold.
Hallway storage receives an industrial concrete effect finish, with an inset of warming wood tone.
Wood herringbone flooring flows seamlessly from the living area into the bedroom.
A wood platform bed is matched with a fashionably wood slatted headboard wall.
Visualizer:DUDES architects
In Novaya Borovaya, Minsk, this 61.5 square metre apartment features a welcoming sage green and wood tone decor scheme.
A jute rug lays down a complementary natural touch.
A well stocked bookcase adds an overlay of assorted colours onto a green living room wall.
Wood panelling brings attractive texture to the home entryway.
Wood base units are joined by pale grey upper cabinets in the kitchen. See more ideas for grey kitchens .
The bedroom is an atmospheric design with mixed wood tones and deep charcoal textiles.
The bathroom is awash with the golden glow of LED mood lighting. Concealed bathroom vanity lighting shines brightly to illuminate a modern bathroom faucet and sink.
3D floor plan.
Visualizer:Volume Visual
This apartment in Kraków was designed for a young business woman, who requested a bright and spacious interior with lots of green details. An open concept living room fulfils the brief, with a display of indoor plants and a bold green kitchen. Anchoring black accents come in the form of a central coffee table, monochrome art, and a striking swing arm wall lamp .
The dining area is placed by the living room window where it basks under an influx of sunlight.
A tan sofa makes warm contrast with the neighbouring green kitchen design.
Wood flooring naturally compliments the living greenery in the room.
Green wall shelves and matching storage cabinets colour the dining area.
Beside the green kitchen , green glass bricks build a matching feature wall.
A gunmetal grey sink and faucet drop dark notes into the green kitchen design.
The bedroom boldly communicates modern tropical vibes with a rich wood panelled headboard wall and uplifting green accents. Green pillows brighten a grey bed set, whilst green bedside table lamps match modern bedside units.
The bedroom and living room are connected via an open doorway, which gives the home a free-flowing feel.
A green bathtub and vanity unit give the bathroom a unique aesthetic. A round mirror , basin, and vertical radiator provide bold black anchors.
A vertical garden wall provides a lush green view.
Floor plan.
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
