Four small apartments, each measuring under 70 square metres. Beautiful design features and clever furniture placement round out these layouts in a way that makes them look well beyond meagre proportions. A brave accent palette of pumpkin orange helps define different areas in apartment number one, whilst 3D gypsum panels build pronounced texture. An elegant composition of warm metallics, amidst pale grey features, fashion an airy and refined aesthetic in small apartment number two. Third, a dark grey modern pad has a wide open bedroom layout into the living room, which makes no apologies for its dominant presence. Last up, a loft with lots of wood finishes. Open space and free flow rules in all four, without any notion of limitation.
Designer:Ira Lysiuk| Visualizer:Ira Lysiuk
The first 70 square metre apartment we visit belongs to a stylish young couple and their dog. A grey modern sofa wraps two sides of the lounge area, with a round coffee table that reminds us of the round coffee table reminds us of the Arc coffee table .
The jumping off point for this unique interior was a rich pumpkin accent color, which sings out against graphite walls.
Gypsum wall panels play with light and shade around the TV.
Pumpkin panels spice up the dining area, where a round dining table and chairs set stand bold in black. A Brokis pendant lamp completes the composition.
Orange bar stools pull up to a coffee bar that floats across the window.
cabinets contrast with dark grey counterparts.
Coffee terrazzo flooring stretches from the home entryway to the kitchen. Warm wood tongue and groove takes over the lounge.
Pumpkin accents are even considered inside a hallway storage unit.
The accent colour becomes a main player in the bedroom, colouring an upholstered platform bed.
A decorative wall mirror steals the spotlight at the bedside.
The circular theme set by the bedside mirror is echoed in the shape of a unique desk.
A black pouf pulls up to the orange desk cabinet.
A laundry area is incorporated into the walk in wardrobe, to ensure the clothing collection is kept tip-top and stocked.
Pumpkin ceramic tiles colour the splash zone around the shower and an elliptical vanity mirror .
Matt black fixtures and a black shower screen stand out against the textured orange ceramic.
Pale grey versions of the textured tile clad the opposite wall.
Terrazzo takes care of the floor treatment and sides the bathtub.
A wall mounted toilet helps the small bathroom look more spacious.
Home design concept board, exploring texture and colour balance.
Home perspective drawing.
Opposite perspective.
Designer:Chill Visualization Studio| Visualizer:Chill Visualization Studio
Located in Ha Noi, our next home measures just 65 square metres. The client desired a luxurious space, and the solution came in white and metallic elegance.
A copper ottoman stretches out an opulent quilted seat next to a pale modern sofa in the living room. An Eames bird and a glass vase adorn a luxe marble coffee table. A copper sputnik chandelier shines overhead.
Floor to ceiling mirrors have been installed to increase the sense of space–even in the smallest of slivers.
An elegant dining set looks twice its length in the mirror reflection.
The dining room table is glossy white marble, linking it with the lounge coffee table.
Golden legs make a high-end design feature of grey dining chairs. Wine storage units decorate the walls, building an atmosphere of fine dining.
Gold bars stretch from ceiling to floor to build separation between the kitchen and lounge, and to provide a wider mounting area for the TV. Light grey kitchen cabinets span the wall behind them, softly lit along the backsplash.
In the bedroom there is a softer, earthier palette, where pale wood grain takes over from metallics.
A drop chair pulls up to a custom built home workspace in the corner, which cuts across a window with an exceptional city view.
Visualizer:Dmitry Moshkov
The third in the tour takes us around a 62 square metre loft apartment in a historic building, located in Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation. A tangle of black AIM pendant lights drop over a sophisticated black and blue lounge that’s furnished only with a modern sofa and a stylish square coffee table.
To the side of the lounge arrangement there is a small kitchen with a dining bar. A two ring hob and sink take up much of the countertop. However, changes in materials make the space look more than its proportions, with wood tongue and groove building a special backsplash, and raw concrete marking out the dining spot. Glass pendant lights drop in a trio along the length of the bar - one for each place setting.
A barn door slides to reveal a utility area off the hallway. This is also the main closet, with garment rails running on the opposite side to the washer and dryer. A smaller closet stores coats by the entry door.
Standing completely open plan to the lounge, a dark grey bedroom design is accessorised with a classical art inspired print, and overlooked by ceiling-height stacks of books.
The bookcases are fashioned around a small home workspace, with just about enough desk room to squeeze in a laptop, external harddrive, and a phone cradle.
To the right of the small kitchen we find the bathroom, accessed via another streamlined barn door design.
A beautiful modern freestanding bathtub is elevated upon a podium inside the bathroom. Twin vessel basins perch on a black wall mounted vanity unit.
A wall hung toilet keeps the floor area looking spacious on the opposite side of the bathroom. Grey brick tiles build a stylish interior to the shower enclosure.
Studio floor plan, illustrating layout of closet space and tight fitting amenities.
Visualizer:Lacin Quluyev
The last is a 70 square meter loft adorning sumptuous wooden finishes.
Located in the exclusive Doheny Estates community in Los Angeles, standing on one of the most secluded streets, this home is a 12,800 square foot contemporary architectural triumph. The house is built around a zero edge pool and spa, making a layout that promotes an indoor-outdoor flow of life. The sophisticated floor plan includes 7 luxurious bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, a spa retreat with resistance pool and plunge pool, dry sauna, and gym/massage room, a home movie theater, humidor room, entertainment area with tequila/vodka freezer, regulated wine room, and even an open-air shark aquarium! $22,900,000 will get you all of this and some of the best views over the bustling City of Angels.
This modern home exterior stands out even amongst the other fabulous homes in Doheny Estates, which are among the most sought-after properties in all of Los Angeles.
The Doheny Estates community is close to designer shopping, top dining establishments, and all the entertainment that Sunset Strip has to offer in West Hollywood, and in nearby Beverly Hills.
With all of the home’s own amenities, there is a sense of living in a retreat above the sprawling city below.
Glass walls retract to fully connect each of the indoor living spaces with the outdoor pool and sun patio at its core.
This indoor-outdoor home design also provides the perfect setting for get togethers and large parties too, allowing guests to spill out into the evening air.
Underwater lights colour the hot tub in contrasting pink, against the zero edge blue swimming pool.
line up to spectate.
Steps border the full length and breadth of the swimming pool.
An outdoor lounge area is arranged with a wall mounted TV.
Outdoor seating looks out through glass balustrades at the enviable view.
The skyscape drifts into the heart of the house over the swimming pool.
The colour of the outdoor swimming pool inspires an aqua accent palette inside of the home. An aqua ottoman stretches out beside the retractable glass doors, and matching scatter cushions brighten a crisp white modern sofa. Colourful works of art decorate the gallery white walls.
A couple of taupe poufs are grouped with the ottoman at the doors to provide extra options for guests.
Lightweight white voiles draw across the windows to filter out the LA sun. For the size of the room, furniture is quite minimal. A small side table serves the sofa, and a single wall shelf holds a modern vase.
In the dining room there is seating for ten. A modern dining room chandelier shines down on the long glass tabletop.
A wood effect sideboard stretches the length of the large table.
Just like the indoor lounge, the dining room opens up fully to the pool patio.
The dining room joins openly with the kitchen. There is another dining area in here, with seating for six. The unique kitchen pendant lights are the Vibia Cosmos cluster pendant .
The dining peninsula runs off of a large kitchen island. A ceiling soffit provides housing for a built-in cooker hood.
Two openings provide entry to the kitchen from the formal dining room–one enters the casual dining area by the windows, and the other has direct access to the food prep galley.
The shark pool is another indoor-outdoor space. A canopy shelters a zen relaxation zone, but at the sides the space is open air. Stepping stones meander across the waters calm surface, and a vertical garden grows a revitalising effect. Check out the video at the end to enjoy more of this space.
The home is sumptuous yet simplified.
A wood and glass staircase design climbs the levels of the house.
Wood clad ceiling areas add warmth to the cool white interior.
This entire luxury bedroom ceiling is a vision of natural wood grain; its warm tones inspire the colourway of the bed runner and two modern bedroom chairs .
White bedside table lamps look crisp against a dark grey headboard design.
A glass coffee table stands between the bedroom chairs, forming a conversational area in front of the contemporary fireplace.
The home is equipped with state-of-the-art smart house technology, including automated curtains and doors.
Designer finishes and imported materials are found throughout the home, along with relaxing aromatherapy, and a water purification system.
A game of pool is played under a linear suspension light, in a snug with a roaring fireplace.
A luxurious home theatre makes the most of movie night–or reliving some epic Game of Thrones action.
There is much attention paid to keeping drinks at optimum temperature inside this sociable home.
A glass wine storage room makes an extensive bottle collection part of the dining room decor.
meet on another terrace.
Glass siding keeps balconies open to the view.
Olive green, plum and yellow accents colour a plain white painted guest room with a 4 poster bed. See more 4 poster beds here.
The master bedroom has a huge walk in wardrobe , with garment rails and shelves set out around three sides, and a large orange ottoman at its centre for throwing down outfit ideas.
The home gym is equipped with a massage table, for working out tired muscles and strains.
Luxury tiles decorate the areas around a resistance pool and plunge pool.
The large master bathroom with bathtub is also home to huge walk-in shower and a generous double sink bathroom vanity . Mosaic tiles bring small detail and texture.
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
