White foundations, textural wooden elements and small green plant accents fuse into peaceful living spaces with style and sophistication. You can’t go far wrong with this palette, but it can fall flat if the room content is decidedly uninspired. In an ideal world, the finished product would be a space that is impressive whilst minimalist, luxe yet understated. This can be easier said than done. So, we’ve gathered together three expert home designs that show how to carry out this look with effortless perfection, without even the slightest hint of humdrum.
Designer:TM Design Studio| Photographer:Hey! Cheese
The open line of this living area extends to a balcony through floor to ceiling glass, allowing the sun’s temperature to radiate into the space. Light wood interacts with a cool white foundation, creating a gentle atmosphere in the room. Black and grey furnishings thread through the simple minimalist layout. A brass floor lamp and plant stand assemble a chic dynamic.
Natural neutral tones appear especially quiet and calming in a space based on the method of subtraction.
A stylish black lounge chair ties in with black iron decorations in the room, and a low black hearth along the media wall.
To coincide with the minimalist aesthetic, the media wall is a blank space with a retractable projector screen.
A modern wall clock props casually at floor level. An indoor plant is given an attractive home inside a rustic rattan basket.
A textured white cabinet adds another three-dimensional level to the space. The storage unit serves a reading area/workspace that can also be utilised as a large dining table–though there are multiple dining options attached to the kitchen island.
Wood laminate flooring ends as we enter the kitchen domain, where crisp tiling takes over.
A dining table extension attaches to the end of the kitchen island. Kitchen bar stools offer up a more casual dining option along the countertop.
A brass trimmed glass vase and a black metal modern fruit bowl decorate the granite countertop.
Trailing leaves colour the back wall of the open plan room.
Chairs are interchangeable around the neutral room. Dining chairs from the kitchen diner can be transferred over to the larger table for dinner parties.
Cut logs stack on a hearth at the back of the room as a decorational touch.
A decorative wall mirror hangs in the home entryway, drawing notice to a simple wooden sideboard unit there.
Cohesive natural neutrals run all the way through the home interior, including here in the master bedroom. Wood effect wardrobes cover one entire wall of the spacious room, and a long headboard echoes their finish on the opposite side of the room.
Brass pieces come into play again here too, with the same floor lamp as featured in the lounge, and an eye catching brass bedside table .
A secretive ensuite bathroom door is camouflaged into a terrazzo wall panel at one end of the wardrobe run.
Continuing with the interchangeable furniture ideal, the lounge chair design becomes a stylish bedroom chair .
Visualizer:ZEWORKROOM Studio
A dark tan modern sofa sets warm vibes inside our next home interior. Wood effects unite over wall panels, shelving, and a beautiful square coffee table design to build on the cosy vibe.
Wood panelling also marks out a music wall in the living room, forming the backdrop for a collection of electric guitars. The media unit runs right underneath, linking the music area with a framework TV mount.
An unusual reading chair and a small floor reading lamp are coupled up by the window to make an attractive vista.
A cone dining pendant light anchors the position of a round dining table inside the kitchen.
Black modern dining chairs complement the dark pendant.
A black decorative vase gives the stark one wall kitchen a friendly touch and a splash of greenery. Flat white cabinet doors are cut with vents to reveal glimpses of wooden interiors.
Designer kitchen items including a Menu salt and pepper grinder set fill the shelves.
Wood storage units run from the guitar wall of the lounge to the entryway of the bedroom. Shelving is integrated into the end of the units for fluid transition between spaces.
Two steps lead up onto a bespoke floor bed design, where a Cesta Table Lamp lights the platform.
The back of the headboard lays central in the room, forming a room divider against a desk space and dressing area.
A huge wall mirror pushes ambient light through the home workspace .
invigorate the room scheme.
Unique tiles make pattern around the bathtub and shower. A wall hung vanity forms an overlapping formation with the end of the bath and a low shelving unit.
A wooden bathroom stool complements the vanity’s wooden drawer fronts.
Visualizer:Saito Studio
Our last tour is a sophisticated space with a hint of mid century modern essence. A wooden media cabinet stands on tapered legs, next to a slouchy brown leather-look armchair. Contemporary style comes back in a geometric rug design and a modern rectangle coffee table .
The dining table set is a peaceful mix and match of neutral shades. Dried pampas grass makes a soft centrepiece.
The photographic artwork is Coke by Romina Ressia . In Ressia style, the piece conspicuously combines past and present imagery in a surprising and creative way.
A black dining room chandelier explodes darkly against the kitchen’s white expanse.
The bedroom is a restful scene of natural wood, white and rattan. A timber platform bed tones with herringbone plank flooring. A rattan linen basket vibes with woven light shades.
A monochrome throw styles the bed.
Slatted wardrobe doors add a another textural element,
A wood tone armoire brings warmth to a plain white wall. Double doors form a grand entrance.
The rattan bedroom pendant lights are teamed with wooden bedsides to complete a rustic effect.
A huge leap from the farmhouse settlements of the Ribera Alta’s Muslim & Iberian era, this ultra modern Spanish house design is crisp, linear and minimal. The contemporary population centers have become connected to the big city, and they harbour an aspirational quality of life. Fran Silvestre Arquitectos have achieved simplistic luxury with incredible finesse, despite the limitations of the narrow plot. The house is a clean white volume that interacts with a slim pool terrace and long lawned garden. Interiors are sleek and understated, whispering of luxury and the high life.
Deep cut windows interrupt the smooth concrete modern exterior , making recesses for a second story window and balcony. Massive boundary walls slice into the Medditerannean sky like great white sails.
The boundary wall is also a supporting wall of the house. The upper volume of the build has the illusion of teetering on one thin ground floor column, as the other glass walls fade away to reveal portions of the home’s interior spaces.
On the opposite side of the lawn and some outdoor chaise lounge chairs , the bankruptcies of the plot have been neatly consumed as a gym and storage area. Unembellished doors downplay the added amenities.
The edge of the swimming pool pulls level with the patio. A platform is raised just below the water’s surface as a place to cool down without committing to a dip.
The lower portion of the house is a glowing lightbox at dusk, with bright exterior lighting stretched beneath the cantilevered second story.
The gymnasium and storage block regulates the outline of the manicured lawn, setting it streamlined with the pool and main house.
A single tree makes a majestic visual stop at the end of the corridor-like garden.
A strip light cuts below an overhang to light the exterior walkway and modern outdoor chairs .
The formal dining room awaits just inside of vast retractable glass doors.
With patio doors fully opened, the outdoor sitting area and dining room connect as one fluid living space.
The entire ground floor is a continuum with the garden and swimming pool in full appreciation of the favorable climate.
A glass balcony balustrade at the back of the house opens up a satisfying view of the pool design.
A niche has been set into the boundary wall of the property in order to elongate and complement the balcony cutaway.
Windows along the upper floor are bedded solidly within deep recesses to maintain privacy.
The window openings appear abstract in the art of the minimalist architecture.
Outdoor chairs skim the patio in low profile, flattering the stretched nature of the home and landscape.
A minimalist living room extends through the centre of the ground floor. It’s modern grey sofa disrupts the all white space, along with a black coffee table design. The seating is positioned to direct gaze onto the green garden.
The pure white kitchen installation is offset by stark black bar stools . Cool blue pool water sparkles beyond floor to ceiling glass doors at the back of the room.
Kitchen bar stools stand on both sides of the white island to fashion a social breakfasting spot.
A chunky modern staircase design climbs behind a storage volume off the living room.
An LED strip streams light up the staircase design .
The storage wall by the staircase is accessible from the top floor too. Plentiful cabinets help maintain the clean minimalist aesthetic.
A flush fitted ceiling strip light burns along the landing, reflecting upon gloss white floor tiles.
Inside the bedroom, a unique bed design has drawers in the back of the headboard. The drawers serve a dressing area behind the centrally positioned bed.
Perimeter lights outline the minimalist bedroom .
A closet island fills the floor space next to a huge bank of wardrobes, and links with an ensuite bathroom.
A second bathroom serves the remaining two double bedrooms in the house. It’s fitted with a double sink bathroom vanity and a shower that matches the scale of the master.
The home office is equipped with a double workspace and stacks of storage to tuck away the obligatory supplies and files.
Lighting is restricted to the edges of the ceiling only to maintain the simplicity of the room scheme.
Whilst not identical, the interior floor tiles vibe with their equally pale and similarly sized outdoor counterparts. Floor uniformity promotes easy flow between the living room and garden.
Reflective white finishes keep the interior looking bright and feeling cool.
Light strips are a common theme throughout the whole interior, consistently edging a white on white aesthetic.
A grey lounge chair and black side table float in a wide open white room.
The encased balcony at the back of the house receives and delivers natural light to its connecting room through an open roof.
The fenestration highlights the linearity of the project.
Inspired by the Alejandro de la Sota façade in Tarragona, and the work of Aires Mateus, the home exterior features a point of coincidence between the garage overhang and an upstairs window.
The facade elevates in line with the urban front.
The project links with the big city whilst remaining connected to the territory and its culture.
Ground floor plan, plus outdoor storage facility and gymnasium.
First floor plan, which plots out three double bedrooms. Two face onto the lawn whilst the master bedroom is situated toward pool views.
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
