Super soft monochrome decor melts over these two luxe modern home interiors, creating mellow tranquillity. Each of these home interiors are furnished with made-to-measure cabinetry that fits flush and builds a look of luxe. Elegant metallic accents lift the warm, creamy backdrop of these home designs, adding rich lustre that polishes room layouts with a sense of quality. Large modern lighting installations are used to sculpt shape and create unique styling, often acting as the main focal point for the space. From oversized and unusual pendant light designs, to eye-catching modern floor lamps, and contemporary wall sconces, there’s inspiration here to set your interior aglow.
Visualizer:Ivan Stoyka
Shades of milky white smooth over our first soft monochrome decor scheme, creating a peaceful minimalist living space. The light, tonal arrangement lets the eye and the mind rest, whilst textural elements ensure that the design does not fall flat.
LED strips are situated around the perimeter of the whote room, where they create a glow from the ceiling line and floor seam.
At night, the slices of fresh white LED illumination can switch into dark mode, burning an atmospheric flame orange.
A modern sofa design cosily embraces the edge of the open plan lounge area, pulling snugly around the edge of a solid stone rustic coffee table .
The woven living room rug adds a deeply inviting textural appeal. The chunky rug works to define the outline of the sitting area, clearly distinguishing it from the neighbouring kitchen and dining space.
Flat-fronted, handle-free white kitchen cabinets fade quietly into the back of the room. A beautiful beige stone backsplash cuts through the centre of the kitchen run, where it’s lit by the warm radiance of undercabinet lights.
A unique modern floor lamp echoes the golden glow of light at the opposite side of the living room. Its light dances magically across a stunning metallic feature wall.
The reflective golden panels crown a linear fireplace, where open flames flicker brightly across a floating stone hearth.
Stone panels behind the modern fireplace are fluted in texture for further contemporary flair.
The vertical lines of texture in the fireplace are complemented by wood slatted screens at the large windows of the living room.
A female figurine adds a decorative touch to the top of a stack of coffee table books. An incense burner fills the room with soothing scents.
The wood slatted window shutters gently diffuse the daylight that washes through the expanse of floor to ceiling glass.
Sunlight and flame from the fire reflect upon the playful curves of a champagne gold Balloon dog by Jeff Koons.
The balloon dog statue fetches a moment of fun character to the sophisticated living room plan, and cheerfully rounds out a small reading area by the window.
A papasan chair extends an irresistible invitation to come sit, with its deeply cushioned curved seat and plush upholstery.
Wood grain flooring is laid with seams matching, adhering to a tiled effect.
The lounge area is separated from the back wall of kitchen units by a luxurious kitchen island that doubles as a dining bar. Three chic modern kitchen bar stools line up along the stone countertop, which wraps the edges of the unit in a waterfall effect. A fluted panel clads the front of the kitchen island, in mirror image to the fireplace at the other side of the room.
Two huge, unique kitchen pendant lights are suspended above the dining island at slightly different lengths. The effect is sculptural and mesmerising by its scale.
White kitchen appliances, accessories and fixtures meld cleanly into the light kitchen installation.
Visualizer:ArtPartner Architects
The second of our soft monochrome interior designs has a creamy concrete backdrop, subtly lit with warm white perimeter lights. A piece of 3D relief artwork depicts fashionable arch motifs behind a colour coordinated L-shaped sectional sofa and tufted ottoman . A racetrack-shaped coffee table and a modern floor lamp visually weight the light decor scheme with matt black anchors.
A curvaceous sofa table wraps the back of the sofa, where its mirrored top reflects daylight from the patio doors. Black wood effect units are built-in around the TV and fireplace to create a bespoke focal wall.
A chic living room chair completes the stylish lounge furniture arrangement. A light grey area rug softens the seamless grey microcement floor.
Black window blinds complement the darker accents in the room. A floor to ceiling picture window interrupts the white rendered wall with an uplifting glimpse of the green garden and its plantlife.
A fabulous contemporary dining room chandelier sketches a fiery line of undulating light above the modern black dining set.
A 3D relief polyptych makes an intriguing background for the formal dining area, whilst its light colourway prevents it from challenging the statement chandelier.
Upholstered modern dining chairs are comfortable enough to extend dinner into drinks and talking long into the evening.
The kitchen is a light wood design with glossy black integrated appliances.
A white marble dining table is integrated into the kitchen island.
A wine storage unit is tagged onto the end of the kitchen run, conveniently positioned to serve the dining spot.
Champagne gold and white dining chairs crisply accompany the sleek dining table.
White marble countertops match the dining table to create a smooth cohesive finish across the entire kitchen diner space.
The luxurious kitchen design boasts two sink units, one by the oven and one in the kitchen island beside the hob.
A winding staircase ascends through the house. Solid wood effect balustrades edge the climb, whereas glass balustrades open up the landings to the light.
A double height window towers all the way to the top of the void.
Linear wall lights illuminate the journey to the top of the staircase. A modern chandelier tumbles from the ceiling above, like great straps of gold.
The flooring upstairs is oak plank, which warms the cool cream bedroom palette.
Wood effect panels stripe an effective headboard wall treatment. A modern wall sconce provides reading light on one side of the bed, whilst an unusual bedroom pendant light shines down on the opposite bedside table.
A designer swivel chair cuts an interesting silhouette at the home workspace in the bedroom.
Curved walls sweep into the bedroom entryway, creating a grand entrance.
The second bedroom inside the home is smaller. This time, a floating desk is set up alongside the upholstered bed .
Two overlapping desk units are set against a headboard wall panel to engineer one linked entity.
Panel boards create an area of decorative shading by the foot of the bed, mirroring the headboard panel.
A luxurious dressing room is lined with made-to-measure wardrobes.
Gold hardware and golden frames add a high-quality flourish to the built-in units.
The single bedroom is a mesh between a guest room and a kids room, to suit all ages. Cutesy kids’ wall decor is swapped out in favour of elegant wall sconces .
A trundle bed pulls out from underneath the single bed to accommodate another sleeper. See more inspiration for kids’ beds .
A small platform marks a change in function of space into a kids play gym.
Set at a perpendicular angle to the bed, a fluted cabinet forms a short room divider. A round mirror complements the cabinet’s rounded handles.
On the opposite wall to the kids’ bed, a floating dressing table/desk protrudes from a wall of wardrobes. Here, an elegant bud vase gives the bedroom a more mature appearance.
The bathroom is encased in swathes of stunning white marble. A gold racetrack-shaped bathroom mirror descends in front.
A wall mounted modern vanity unit leaves the floor clear, which expands the sense of space in the room.
The spacious shower enclosure is trimmed with gold framework that matches a gold shower head and valves. A black toiletries shelf runs across the back wall of the shower area, cutting a stark outline against the white marble wall.
The second bathroom is textured with fluted panels behind a stone effect double sink bathroom vanity .
A grey accent wall smooths across the cistern concealment chamber.
A narrow shelf holds cosmetics and soaps above the basins.
The large tiles continue across the floor of the shower area, and repeat along the wet wall.
A semi pedestal sink carries a bold column-like design that stops short of the floor.
A backlit marble backsplash creates mood lighting in the powder room.
In the home entryway, a wall of fitted storage cabinets floats a few inches above the floor, leaving a convenient nook in which to tuck shoes. An entryway stool is fashioned into a nook.
Stone feature walls build pure magic inside these two very special interior designs. A rough rockface accent wall forms a fabulous room divider in our first property. This unique element of decor supplies the modern living room with an edgy statement piece and serves as a TV wall. The dramatic stone partition is split apart by a fissure of clear glass, which creates an internal picture window that links to the bedroom suite. In our second home design, a black stone feature wall is incorporated into a moody lounge scheme. The tactile accent wall is joined by raw concrete and fluted finishes to create a deeply textural interior.
Visualizer:Alina Larionova
Our first home tour begins in a modern lounge that has a multi-sided modular sofa arrangement. The sofa sections are directed to observe all four sides of the room to create a flexible and sociable solution.
One part of the sectional sofa takes in the view through an end-to-end wall of floor-to-ceiling windows. Another part of the modern sofa is situated to enjoy the TV, which tucks away neatly into its stand. Behind it, a striking stone feature wall cracks apart to feature an internal picture window.
Behind the lounge, a large kitchen island is positioned to enjoy the window view, TV entertainment, and rockface feature wall too.
A stylish small side table is just big enough to hold a couple of glass tumblers .
A second small side table adds a shining metallic accent at the opposite end of the couch.
Soft brown accent cushions add moments of warmth to the crisp white sofa upholstery.
A unique floor lamp provides focussed reading light in the lounge.
An ottoman coffee table divides the modules of the sofa with a useful pause.
Glossy beige kitchen units smooth across the back of the living room, interspersed with rich wooden elements and stark black accents.
Decorative wall mirrors pixelate between the lounge and bedroom, representing the transition. The reflective wall decor fetches natural light into the most distant part of the room from the window.
A wooden breakfast bar overhangs the kitchen peninsula to make a deep dining surface.
Two linear suspension light s illuminate the kitchen eating area, adding white and copper finishes into the modern kitchen decor palette.
The centre of the gloss beige kitchen island is interrupted by a monolithic stone volume, which houses the hob and a pop-up kitchen extractor.
A short span of kitchen countertop serves as a decorative surface for a couple of Tetra candle holders by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia.
At the opposite end to the dining peninsula, another kitchen island overhang creates space for an integrated dish draining area by the sink.
fit around the dining peninsula on both sides. A striking shelving unit serves as a dinig room sideboard .
Pale microcement floors and wall stucco create a laconic backdrop for the interior design. Interior doors follow suit under a cement effect finish that camouflages them into the cool canvas.
The bedroom unfolds on the opposite side of the rockface room divider. A warm tan upholstered bed pushes up against the cool grey stone partition. White and copper bedroom pendant lights echo the colourway of the breakfast bar pendant lights in the adjoining living space.
An open wardrobe design applies dark wood grain units across one whole wall of the light bedroom.
A wraparound bedside table pulls snugly around the channel-tufted bedstead.
See more ideas for stylish modern bedside tables .
A grey throw contrasts coolly with the warm tan platform bed.
Whilst the glazed stone feature wall serves as a TV wall for the living room, it becomes a headboard feature wall in the bedroom.
Mature indoor plants detonate an explosion of natural greenery that uplifts the laconic microcement interior.
A modern dressing table is situated by the bedroom window to make use of the natural light there.
A bronze vanity stool complements the built-in vanity mirror .
Visualizer:Asgard Interior
The living room in our second home is dominated by an imposing black stone accent wall. A modular sofa arrangement, ottomans , and a modern living room rug lift the decor scheme with multicoloured elements.
A stone side table brings the textural black accent deeper into the lounge layout.
An enormous living room light distributes an even amount of illumination over the entire couch. Opposite the black stone feature wall, a unique TV wall is fashioned with a fluted inverted arch design.
Another arch on the opposite side of the TV wall is moodily lit around its edge by a ribbon of LEDs.
The illuminated archway provides atmospheric light to a luxurious dining room design.
An enormous botanical arrangement forms the dining room pendant light above the table.
The large dining set seats up to eight people.
The modern dining chairs are almost sculptural in effect.
A textured rug zones the open plan dining area from the adjacent kitchen.
Wall art depicts more arch motifs.
Behind the dining area, the long kitchen island design crashes smooth concrete against a fluted fascia.
Four unique kitchen pendant lights hang closely together above the breakfast bar.
Open kitchen shelves are warmly lit to gather attention behind the breakfast bar. Bud vases and attractive kitchenware make a chic display.
Black base units and tall kitchen units form a dark installation across the back wall of the living space. A matching black countertop crowns the pale kitchen island.
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
