A modern minimalist interior with a spacious air awaits in this large family apartment in Latvia. Visualized by Bodes Studio , the 296 square meter apartment in Riga features an open-plan living space with a sleek kitchen diner, a secret butler’s pantry, a bright open-plan modern staircase, a stunning master bedroom suite with a home workspace and walk-in wardrobe, and two uber stylish kid’s rooms with study areas. Light neutral decor in shades of warm white and beige fills the family home with a sense of peace that clears away the overwhelm of modern life. Contemporary furniture, area rugs, and considered lighting designs complete the chic aesthetic.
Three oversized pendant lights make an enormous cluster over the main living area. Their organic, handcrafted silhouettes add a natural touch to the minimalist living room and create an eye-catching focal point.
The modular sofa arrangement is accessed from two sides. One side is focused toward the living room TV, while the other side of the big couch looks upon the open-plan dining area.
A large area rug defines the lounge area in the spacious open-plan layout. Edge-to-edge windows bring an influx of natural light into the scheme.
The dining area is attached to the kitchen. A black dining table is interconnected with the central kitchen island, where the tabletop slices between the deep marble countertop and the cabinets below.
A white dining room pendant light illuminates the eating area while a black linear pendant light blends with the dark kitchen. Beige upholstered dining chairs make soft contrast with the dark design.
A secret butler’s pantry is concealed behind a regular cabinet door. Dark, handleless kitchen cabinets line the room, lit by ribbons of LED light.
Open shelving holds canisters within easy reach and a small countertop makes a handy task area.
A modern staircase design rises through the open-plan living room. Its solid white balustrade conceals the treads from view of the lounge area. A small succulent garden rests underneath the incline.
LED light strips underline each stair riser and highlight the slender handrail. At the top, a full-length window floods the stairwell with light.
The walk-in wardrobe is generously proportioned and is fitted with a floor-to-ceiling closet organizer with drawers. Illuminated garment rails, shoe shelves, and large storage nooks, equip the dressing space with plentiful options.
A round ottoman completes the walk-in closet, offering a place to try on shoes or place down shopping bags full of new season finds.
The master bedroom is an enormous suite with a wide-framed minimalist bed . It boasts a huge, smoked glass terrarium, which divides the sleep space from the bedroom entryway and home workspace. A colorful rug further defines the relaxation zone with a blend of warm and comforting tones.
Unique bedroom pendant lights are paired above a low-slung bedside unit to create a modern ensemble. A full-length wall mirror is mounted behind the pairing to construct a vertical link.
The open-plan bedroom suite includes a walk-in closet area, which is brightly lit by a large window. Sheer window voiles offer privacy. A casually leaning, black framed mirror and a neat pouf complete the boutique vibe.
A white microcement floor floods the bedroom, office area, and walk-in closet with light reflective properties.
Modern track lighting cuts through the room, distributing bright illumination and an edgy, contemporary style.
The bedroom workspace is furnished with a sleek black desk and matching desk chair. A slimline desk lamp provides focussed task lighting over the desktop while a linear wall light brings soft mood lighting.
A partition wall sections the work area from the bedroom entryway. Open shelves rest between its two supporting columns to break up its bulk and provide utility.
The first kid’s room features an upholstered wall texture, lit along its upper edge with a ribbon of concealed illumination. Two modern wall sconces are installed against the fabric headboard wall, where they throw light over a modern bedside unit.
A small black accent table balances out the opposite side of the bed, resting beneath a bedroom pendant light.
Wall-hung storage cabinets stow away some of the child’s favorite toys and books. A large bedroom rug lays soft texture under foot.
Custom-made kids’ wardrobes fill the opposite wall, pausing only to accommodate a kid’s desk area. Angular door hardware decorates the wardrobes with playful criss-cross motifs.
A yellow pouf and cool chair make a cheerful addition to the neutral gray and white bedroom decor scheme. A wooden easel forms a creative zone for the little artist.
The yellow kid’s desk chair adds a punch of color to the wall of white wardrobes and matching desk. A tower of illuminated bookshelves is integrated into the end of the wardrobe run, tucking the tomes out of plain sight. An illuminated mirror creates the option of using the desk as a vanity table.
The kids’ bathroom is an elegant space so that it will grow with the child. A rubber ducky is given pride of place on a befitting yellow-tinted side table. Wall-hung storage cabinets hide away the rest of the bath toys, bubble baths, and shampoo.
The second kid’s room has a cozy, simple aesthetic with soothing perimeter lighting - perfect for creating a sleepy atmosphere for a little one. The kid’s bed is wrapped on two sides by cushioned panels that bring deep texture to the minimalist room. The customary bedside table is removed in favor of a round ottoman table.
Track lights stripe the ceiling and the bedroom wall, cutting bold black lines into the fresh white paintwork.
A gray swivel chair and a light wood-effect desk make up a kid’s study space. A matching grey rug provides soft footing around the bed.
Pale gray drapes frame a large bedroom window that floods the work area with natural light. A counterbalance desk lamp takes over after dark.
The L-shaped kid’s room also contains a fun-filled play area, complete with a climbing wall and a kid’s gym.
The guest room is a sophisticated affair. The softness of the beige room decor and beige furniture is complemented by a wall of coordinating curtains that draw edge-to-edge.
Black abstract art makes dark contrast against the beige wall of the guest room.
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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
