Luxury isn’t exclusive to huge scale homes, sophisticated small scale luxury is every bit as fabulous. These two compact living spaces offer upscale style in spades, with the help of beautiful botanical themed decor, precious metallic accents and bold use of color. Find jewel tones and Mondrian inspired decor in apartment number one, plus a very special indoor glasshouse. Home number two takes us on a journey of rose gold trims against refined marble backdrops that are juxtaposed by raw rugged concrete. Each high end scheme is given true individuality with the help of bold bespoke furniture pieces, unique shelving and unusual decor elements that are sure to inspire.
The indoor plant house acts as a stunning room divider, softly feathering the view through the open plan room. Golden framework edges the curvaceous glass enclosure.
Visualizer:Art Group
Our first apartment interior was designed for a young family, located in the residential complex Rublevo Park. Soft grey painted walls and wall mounted cabinets create the backdrop for a large emerald coloured sofa arrangement. Each sofa faces out toward the four walls of the room, creating a rectangular void at the heart of the cluster. The void is filled by a small but sleek glasshouse for a variety of plants.
A golden hearth supports a modern fireplace below the TV. The flat screen television is recessed within a blue surround, which incorporates a series of bookshelves and sound speakers. A half circle rug peeps out from under the comfortable seating.
The opposite side of the sofa arrangement is faced into the dining room, with another half circle rug at its foot. The blue and peachy tones in the rug design match with accent cushions on the green sofa.
A golden wall light scrolls in organic form between the windows, against pale green paintwork. Matching curtains and sheer white voiles dress the windows. The wooden flooring in the living room is carved away to meet with a tiled floor, decorated in muticolour organic design.
The luxury dining set is made up by contrasting styles of dining seats in blue and gold. A blue banquette bench skims a curved wood panelled wall. Iridescent floor lamps add to the colourful ensemble; these are the Oda style lamp . Originals are available here .
Jewel tones shine from nesting coffee tables in front of the sofa, in sapphire blue and emerald green. In the kitchen, a curvaceous blue island and backsplash break up a wall of wood grain.
The royal blue kitchen island has a unique design, as if it were a pretty presentation box with its lid slid to one side to form the breakfast bar. Three unusual kitchen bar stools nestle beneath the overhang.
Behind the kitchen bar stools, a third dining/coffee area is fashioned inside of an orangery. The mosaic effect floor tile continues out here, where it is also framed against the wall as art.
Inside the master bedroom there is a very unusual platform bed design that incorporates seating. An angular bench with backrest cantilevers from the foot of the bed, and the bedside doubles as a cosy seating nook with cushions. A series of bedroom pendant lights illuminate the creation.
A section of the wood effect headboard wall is cut away and fitted with LED strip lights to create a layered effect.
Ombre window drapes are tipped with red to match the bed upholstery. A green indoor plant creates strong contrast.
The red accent colour continues inside the luxury bathroom , in a Mondrian inspired interior design .
Red and blue bathroom tiles are contained within a dark outline to replicate De Stijl.
The bathroom wall is divided into three volumes: the bathing area, the shower cubicle and a WC enclosure.
There is a modern home office through a set of glass sliding doors. A contemporary fireplace flickers in front of the work area.
A reading nook has been built into the storage cupboards, with glass bookcases on either side.
The modern home office desk is colour coordinated with the walls, with one leg finished in pale teal.
A sleek table lamp lights the desk. More unique table lamps here.
The kid’s bed is another bespoke design with angular cuts and and integrated features. This time a bookcase is built into the wood surround, and a triangular step climbs the edge of the platform.
Geometric mats colour the floor.
The kid’s study offers up more bespoke angular inspiration.
Floor mats become thicker around a climbing area to provide a softer crash landing.
A couple of pouffes huddle around a bookcase to offer a comfy reading spot.
Visualizer:Roman Hlukh
Our second example of small scale luxury is a simple but elegant apartment that combines marble and concrete, wood and metal.
An indoor concrete planter forms part of the tv wall decor. The indoor plants make fresh colour contrast with a rouge armchair and sofa.
A cylindrical wood coffee table forms the centre of the lounge.
Rose gold bookshelves complement the warm tone of the seating upholstery. Matching metallic slats make up a feature wall behind the sofa.
The lounge stands open to the dining room.
Rose gold chair and table legs look fresh combined with ice white tops.
The kitchen units continue the white and gold theme.
Metal wire scribbles the outline of a sculptural light.
The deep colour of the sofa fabric is repeated in the master bedroom over a bespoke upholstered bed.
A striking botanical mural colours the wall green, and shows through a translucent vanity chair that is a clear acrylic Panton S chair.
Living plants join the botanical theme.
A sculptural bedside table holds the morning paper and coffee.
Rose gold enters the bathroom in the form of an open shelving unit, a unique faucet and two round vanity mirrors . The shining metal sings against a monochrome backdrop of luxurious marble, and a cool concrete floor.
Colour flashes strike through this Industrial style interior with homey rustic touches, designed by Joy Chen . A traditional arched timber door provides a welcoming entryway into the open plan apartment. Inside we find an industrial style brick wall living room; a glass wall office design that doubles as a guest bedroom; one peacefully decorated master suite and two striking bathroom decor schemes. A dark glossy floor provides watery reflections of modern furniture pieces in the main living space, which is overtaken by wood and tile in the master bedroom and bathrooms. Modern lighting solutions are picked out in a black finish, contrasting against pure white ceilings and walls to keep the look sharp and edgy.
The glass wall office design, which also doubles as a guest bedroom, stands to one end of the brick wall living room . The glass cube is framed and lined with smooth woodtone to define it from the rest of the fluid layout. With the glazed doors drawn back, the study area stands as part of the main living space, facing directly into the lounge area. A red desk chair provides a wonderfully uplifting colour clash with a bright yellow modern sofa.
With the home office by the home entry end of the living room, the kitchen takes up the far side of the apartment. A dining table runs straight off a central kitchen island.
Four wooden dining chairs surround the modern table.
A set of three nesting coffee tables take up the centre spot in the lounge, with no area rug underneath. The glossy floor treatment runs through unobstructed, providing a wonderfully deep base of shadows and reflection. To tie the sofa in with the colourway of the coffee tables, a monochrome throw is strewn across its vivid upholstery.
The mid century modern classic chair here is an Eames style lounge chair and footstool. The set cuts across the floor between the lounge and the kitchen, helping to visually divide the function of the room. The original set is available here .
A large flat screen tv is mounted onto the raw brick wall of the living room, making it comfortably viewable from the lounge sofa, office desk chair and dining table.
The floor fan that complements the industrial style of the room is the Swiss designed Otto fan .
The open plan kitchen is an amalgamation of wood tones, stainless steel and a monochrome tile backsplash.
The kitchen island has a stainless steel wrap around countertop, which matches with a modern kitchen hanging rack above it. Two swivel bar stools perch at the kitchen island as a casual dining option.
Two chic black and copper kitchen pendant lights have been suspended over the eating area. A copper fruit bowl and planter dress the tabletop.
Bespoke cabinetry has been built in a chamfered design, to lead smoothly into a hallway.
Wire fencing has been utilised as an industrial chic room divider between the living room and the connecting space. It provides a transparent solution with a strong look.
When the glass walls are closed around the home office/guest bedroom, the beautiful Bellini chair still strikes a chord with its standout red finish.
A black and white patterned bedside table lamp has been teamed with a simple black wall sconce to provide light over the daybed.
Double banked shelving on tracks provides an interesting office storage solution.
The oval desk with integrated drawer system dominates the small bedroom . The workspace is lit by plentiful track lighting, which nestles between wooden ceiling slats.
The master bedroom is a much more restful place than the guest bed. White and blue decor has a calming effect in this minimalistic scheme. Wood grain furniture is lifted up off the floor to keep the room looking uncluttered and streamlined.
A sleek white wall sconce unfolds to light the wall mounted bedside unit at one side. The cute bell shaped bedroom pendant light is the Caravaggio Pendant by Cecilie Manz for Lightyears. Purple home decor accessories add a little more colour to the calming room design, in the shape of a decorative glass vase on the dressing table, and as outdoor patio furniture beyond glass balcony doors. The chair at the dressing table matches those used out in the main living room at the dining table. Utilising the same style of chair elsewhere in the home means that there is an extra chair on hand to accommodate an extra diner if and when required.
The shower room is a bold design, covered with black and white hexagonal tiles from ceiling to floor. A couple of planters add a spike of greenery to the predominantly dark decor. An illuminated bathroom mirror glows above an industrial style vanity unit. A black and white vessel sink completes the top of the wall mounted piece.
A unique bathroom sink awaits in a much softer bathroom scheme. This time, a rustic wooden vessel sink completes the vanity unit. Above this wall mounted piece, a backlit round vanity mirror emanates its light over large square wall tiles. A black freestanding bath tap fills a traditionally inspired black and white roll top bath.
LED floor lights beat a path toward the rustic arched entry door. A black track light follows in line along the ceiling.
Smooth timber door panels and surrounds cut through the raw brickwork wall.
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
