Built with rammed earth, this extraordinary home design appears to organically extrude from the landscape. Inside the home, the rammed earth construction is left exposed, creating a warm and textural backdrop throughout. To maintain this unique element as the focus of the home design, additional decor is subtle. Natural wood, marble, and travertine complement the tone and pattern of the perimeter, reaching an overall look of calm and peace. Designed by Kanstantsin Remez , the 320-square-meter multi-family house has an open-plan living space, a private home office, and four spacious bedrooms with terraces. Jack and Jill bathrooms tuck between the bedroom suites, whilst the guest bathroom is accessed off a huge entryway.
Visualizer:ozero
The thick rammed earth walls of The Beige Residence reduce solar heat gain and build a cozy sense of enclosure and privacy. The natural construction gently melds the modern home design with the environment.
Large windows, skylights, and glazed doors bring natural light into the living spaces and bedrooms, and break open views of the surrounding landscape.
Inside the home, the rammed earth walls build a smooth, layered pattern. Their natural color creates a cozy atmosphere and a peaceful stillness. A faux fur sofa places an irresistibly soft island at the center of the living room. A living room floor lamp is tucked between the modules of the couch to offer focused reading light. Modern lounge chairs add a deeper, contrasting tone to the furniture arrangement.
A white marble side table places a luxe touch beside the lounge chairs. Two blue ceramic stools add a small jolt of color to the interior decor scheme, boosting the energy in the room.
A built-in window seat spans the full width of the room. It includes storage units underneath, which helps keep the space looking uncluttered and serene. Throw pillows are added across the wooden seat to create a more welcoming aesthetic and feel.
The modular sofa has a 360º configuration, which creates a conversational setting with the lounge chairs and offers a comfortable view of the window. Wooden side tables tuck into the modular sofa arrangement.
The open living space unfolds in an L-shaped floor plan, with a connecting archway to the large home entryway.
Assorted wooden dining chairs are teamed with a luxurious marble dining table to create a chic but welcoming aesthetic. Two dining room pendant lights are twinned to illuminate the full length of the long table.
The adjoined kitchen area features a central kitchen island. A pair of wooden bar stools line the edge of the integrated breakfast bar.
Behind the wooden kitchen island , appliance housing units flank a recessed prep area. The rammed earth wall makes a stunning backsplash.
Kitchen floor tiles make cool contrast with the natural wood flooring in the rest of the living space. Different floor treatments help define change in function.
A single stainless steel bar is mounted above the cooker to hold kitchen utensils. A pair of wooden canisters complete the minimalist adornments.
The interior decor plan prioritizes spaciousness and intimacy.
The thick rammed earth walls build a sense of security, a quiet sanctuary away from the external pressures of life.
Built-in storage maintains the tranquil streamlined look.
In the bedroom, furniture resides close to the floor to create a relaxed look. A small, modern wall sconce shines over a bespoke wooden bedside table . The unit’s wooden casing ties in with the cladding on the kitchen island and walls in the entryway.
Wooden window casings and fitted wardrobes complement one another with their natural tone. An open doorway leads through into a Jack and Jill bathroom.
The two Jack and Jill bathrooms have identical designs. A travertine basin extrudes from the rammed earth wall in a perfectly matching tone. A small spotlight illuminates the neat vanity nook. A door to the left of the vanity leads into a shower enclosure, the door on the right is the WC.
Opposite the vanity area, there stands a luxurious, travertine bathtub .
The guest bathroom is located just off the home entryway, next to the living space. Two small vanity mirrors make an understated installation above a large bathroom sink . The door to the left enters a shower area.
Two pedestal basins dominate the spacious home entryway.
Coat closets line one entire wall of the entryway. This wall backs directly onto the kitchen installation.
A pair of skylights bring natural sunlight flooding into the home entryway, which spills through into the adjacent dining room and bedroom hallway.
The private home office has its own aesthetic entirely. The walls are shiplapped with moss green-stained boards to create an energizing color scheme. A wooden desk makes natural contrast with the green backdrop. A black swing arm wall lamp adds a dark accent.
Two modern armchairs, small side tables, and a wooden coffee table make up a comfortable lounge area in the home office. Built-in bookshelves offer ample storage space.
The house is pushed back from the main street behind a row of tall hedges, constructing a private garden space for the homeowners.
On the floor plan, we can see a utility room situated off the large home entryway, opposite the guest bathroom. There is a small reading nook located beside the dining room, which is perfectly situated for natural light. Terraces are accessed from the kitchen and the home office.
This colorful interior design concept was based on the clients need for filming vlogs, hosting parties, and her accommodation. Filming and parties were highest on the list of priorities, so a fun and eye-catching concept was the solution. A pure white decor scheme reflects and diffuses the light, creating an ideal backdrop for videos. A white tiled floor completes the bright stage, while adding modern geometric motifs. Visualized by Galina Lavrishcheva , the interior presents as a piece of modern art. Contemporary furniture pieces take on a sculptural essence, suspended in their gallery white surroundings. 3D feature walls and a textural room divider provide options for interesting shots.
The living room looks every bit the film set, filled with splashes of attention-grabbing color and striking furniture silhouettes. Interesting vignettes are arranged around every corner of the room, presenting a plethora of options for vlogging visually exciting segments. A narrow, freestanding bookcase looks like a carefully positioned prop that pops against a bright and artistic background.
Even the ceiling sports a cool, perforated metal cover. Two bright yellow pendant lights drop from the extruded ceiling feature to complete the look. The yellow lights contrast cheerfully with a red wall sculpture that flies forward from a 3D tiled feature wall. The extraordinary configuration is on point for on-screen excitement.
An unusual green accent chair and a yellow side table create a quirky spot for presenting on camera. A unique modern rug serves as a connecting device, linking all of the colorful living room components together. Geometric floor tiles make sharp contrast with the curved rug motif and spread a contemporary pattern throughout the room.
The rug motif ties in with the shape of the nesting coffee tables. Another round side table matches the yellow metal pendant lights.
The TV wall is atmospherically backlit to emphasize a cool, curvaceous overlay. A bright blue media console unit strikes a line of color underneath, and a blue bookcase completes the set. Indoor plants give the edgy space a more homely appeal.
A decorative vase and a couple of candle holders make up a relaxed centerpiece on the nesting coffee tables . A blush pink wingback chair makes a tonal accompaniment for the coral sofa and a pink throw. Two unique floor lamps look more like an art installation than simple illumination. Behind, perforated metal panels make up a unique room divider.
The bifold room divider can be fully retracted to adjoin the sitting area with the kitchen, though a change in floor tile marks this room as a separate zone. The option of connecting the two rooms as one openly flowing space makes this home ideal for large parties and social gatherings.
A curved kitchen peninsula snakes around half of the room, creating a sociable bar area.
A unique statement chair with ottoman and a modern floor lamp make up a reading nook in the corner. A blue bookcase holds a mini library, and geometric side tables offer a handy spot to place a drink.
The blue bookcase morphs into an elongated unit, which spans the full length of the room. Prominent metal framework completely transforms the look of the windows in the apartment, giving them a bespoke, curved aesthetic.
Another modern floor lamp and a blue accent chair furnish the other side of the room, creating an ideal setting for filming interviews.
Another piece of prominent curved framework is installed around an open doorway, creating a unique portal.
The dining set is color-matched to the bespoke blue storage cabinet, creating a brightly tailored look.
Blue dining chairs and stools seat up to six people at the modern dining table , but more can be accommodated around the kitchen peninsula.
High ceilings give the dining space a grand, airy appearance.
A sculptural wireframe dining room chandelier drops low to the blue dining table, illuminating an assortment of blue decorative vases and wireframe fruit bowls.
A translucent pink screen and a tall indoor plant visually divide the dining area from the staircase.
3D tiles climb the side of the staircase, creating an extruded, geometric pattern.
The kitchen bar stools brightly contrast with the clean white kitchen design, causing a fun interaction.
Multiple pendant lights descend from an overhead soffit around the kitchen peninsula to create a nightclub-like aesthetic.
Mirrored panels shine across the back wall of the kitchen, breaking up an expanse of white paneling. A white kitchen island extractor melds with its cool white surroundings, providing function via understated form.
Two black bar stools add stark accents at the other side of the bar. The change in color and furniture style creates a whole new zone.
An eye-catching piece of wall decor creates a swirling puddle of light and reflection across the side of the staircase with its combination of mirrors and LED ribbons.
In the hexagonal tiled floor design, multiple gray tiles have been mixed in with their plain white counterparts to create a pixelated appearance.
The subtly shaded floor pattern excites the eye without causing visual overwhelm.
A similar tonal approach has been adopted in the creation of the tiled wall that climbs the stairs. A combination of white, light gray, and mid gray tiles jostle their way up the ascent.
The tiles are mounted onto another piece of custom-made metal framework, which creates a bold, vertically striped backdrop for the entire stairwell.
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
