Warm gray, greige, and wood accents converge to create this chic family home, visualized by IM Interiors . This carefully curated color palette orchestrates a delicate balance between modern aesthetics and the earthy allure of nature. Soft gray hues set a soothing backdrop for everyday moments and welcoming get-togethers. Live-edge wooden furniture adds character and texture, with organic lines and natural imperfections. Join us as we explore a perfect marriage of style and functionality, where custom built-in bookcases and planters take center stage. Made-to-measure elements harmonize with trendy contemporary furniture pieces in the inviting open-plan living space, a pretty home gym , and three plush contemporary bedroom designs.
The open layout revolves around a column that features a floor-to-ceiling bespoke bookcase. The column marks a brief visual divide between the sitting area and the large kitchen. It also defines a clear walkway between the two.
A wood-slatted ceiling panel is precisely aligned with the bookcase, creating another useful zoning indicator.
The modular sofa forms a third piece of the puzzle in creating clear zoning. Its low back cuts across the living room without obstructing the visual flow. The L-shaped sofa configuration makes a cozy elbow around the sitting area and forms a conversational arrangement with a further 2 modules on the opposite side of the room.
A round glass coffee table sits at the heart of the couch configuration, where it reflects natural light from the large living room window. A couple of coffee table books make casual adornments.
More built-in bookcases flank the living room TV wall, where they add warming wood tone to a plain white expanse.
A modern fireplace slices a bold black accent underneath the wall-mounted TV.
Greige throw pillows complement a set of two overlapping greige rugs. Their textured weave adds a welcome softness to the tiled floor.
A full-length mirror is mounted to the side of the central support column, giving it a lighter appearance.
A live-edge sofa table runs behind each gray couch. The naturally shaped edges add beautiful character and texture to the formal living room.
The corner of the couch becomes a comfortable reading area with the addition of a contemporary table lamp . A sweet bird figurine playfully complements the natural wood table.
A built-in terrarium fills the void between the support column and the bookcase. Mood lighting accentuates the natural texture within. A waist-height planter is set by the front door, where it houses a welcoming spray of foliage.
Sheer white voiles offer daytime privacy, while heavy gray drapes keep the living room cozy at night.
Behind the sitting area, there is a formal dining space. Modern dining chairs accommodate up to 10 people at meal times and celebrations.
Two sputnik chandeliers are paired above the long dining table to spread even illumination.
A pair of linear suspension lights run the length of the adjacent kitchen island, ensuring the prep area is fully brightened.
The central kitchen island is accentuated by a built-in planter, filled with lush green indoor plants. The wooden planter provides warm contrast with the black and white island.
A glass storage unit builds an attractive backdrop for the dining area.
The cabinet keeps drinking glasses and crockery close to hand.
Two handmade ceramic vases make an earthy dining table centerpiece.
Three wooden bar stools line up along the kitchen island to fashion a casual breakfast bar.
A wooden fruit bowl makes a simple centerpiece on the kitchen island .
The kitchen extractor fan is clad to merge seamlessly with the dark gray backsplash. Wooden salt and pepper shakers and matching wooden bowls drop warm accents onto the cool backdrop.
The kitchen island looks out over the sitting area in the living room, which allows the parents to keep an eye on the kids or interact with guests.
A large window brings natural light into the kitchen.
The kitchen sink is set in front of the view. A black and chrome kitchen faucet matches the modern black kitchen sink and drainer unit.
Illuminated stairs ascend the split-level floor plan of the family home. The built-in planter by the front door forms a short balustrade.
Home gyms are typically utilitarian spaces but this one has pretty aesthetics, thanks to a run of custom wooden planters and graceful pampas grass.
The wood-slatted ceiling is fitted with thin ribbons of LED light.
Moving on into the master bedroom, we find a modern gray bed with a coordinating chaise lounge.
A patterned bedroom rug peeps out from underneath the upholstered bed , revealing a flash of pattern.
Modern bedroom pendant lights descend in front of a wood-clad corner, which creates a textured frame around a sleek black bedside unit. The panels merge into a bespoke vanity unit with a half-moon mirror.
A built-in bookcase edges the bedroom TV wall.
The media console unit is integrated into the bookcase to achieve a smooth merging of elements.
The second double bedroom gains a subtle neoclassical air from a wall of clean white panel molding.
Black bedside tables flank a brown upholstered bed.
The kids’ bedroom comes to life with a splash of moss green across two upholstered beds and a channel-tufted headboard. Space-themed figurines compete for prime position on a wooden nightstand. A plush gray area rug softens the tiled bedroom floor. See more inspiration for shared kids’ rooms .
Embark on an exploration of a modern home interior where distinct accent colors define each zone. Designed by Ira Lysiuk , this residence captivates with its thoughtful palette, demonstrating a useful mastery of color. The main living space is brightened with powder blue elements, which make an uplifting backdrop for relaxation and social gatherings. In the bedroom, sunny sand-colored accents counteract a predominantly gray canvas, shaping a warm and tranquil sanctuary. A pair of adjoining bedrooms have vibrant pink accents with a bold, youthful energy, full of creativity and playfulness. Prepare to be inspired by the harmonious interplay of colors in this captivating abode, and the floor plans that are included at the end of the tour.
Visualizer:Oleksandr Kondriianenko
The living room is a bright and cheerful space thanks to a plethora of breezy blue accent pieces. A powder blue couch forms the centerpiece of the room, and blue curtains continue the theme. See more ideas for a blue couch living room .
A jute rug is laid underneath the blue couch, placing natural texture underfoot. Circular ceiling lights are scattered overhead, looking like a modern art installation.
Spotlights run down the edges of the ceiling, distributing even illumination and highlighting wall art. Modern wood cladding frames the living room doorway, clearly defining the home entryway from the living space.
Blue accents, paired with soft cool gray elements, create a calming vibe that aids rest in the living room. Behind the blue and gray living space, the kitchen pops in contradictory shades of yellow.
The living room TV wall is decorated with more wood paneling and a matt black TV mount. A modern gray console unit and a black storage cabinet are integrated to form one unique piece. A slender black floor lamp elegantly lights the bookshelf.
A dining room chandelier adds a breath of sky blue to the dining area in the kitchen.
The large light fitting dwarfs the small Scandi-style dining set below.
The L-shaped kitchen installation displays a series of color-blocked sections. Base cabinets make a weighty matt black statement, while appliance housing cabinets are pure white. Wall cabinets lay a muted shade of yellow above a deep ochre tile backsplash.
Three white plastic chairs and a matching white dining table stand out starkly against the dark backdrop of black base units.
Pale blue crockery ties in with the eye-catching kitchen pendant light.
Out in the home entryway, a blue barn door makes a colorful statement.
Matt black hardware adds a sleek modern touch to the blue barn door.
The sliding door closes over a hall tree bench . Colorful coat hooks make a playful addition.
A geometric textured statement wall stands in the entryway, opposite the open living room doorway, to create an interesting focal point from both areas.
Wooden tiles contribute natural texture and tone.
A second barn door closes off a walk-in closet. This time the barn door is usefully mirrored, while the inside of the closet sports the captivating powder blue colorway.
Black track lights cut across the white ceiling, coordinating with the black-framed barn door.
Inside the grey bedroom , a home workspace and dressing area are defined by warm sandy hues.
The geometric textured wall panels used in the home entryway make a reappearance here, behind an upholstered gray headboard.
Lightweight curtains draw closed across the home workspace to make the sleep space into a restful retreat.
A mini pendant light illuminates each bedside table. See more ideas for stylish bedroom pendant lights .
Sand-colored buttons warmly punctuate the bespoke gray headboard design, tying the sleeping area in with the home workspace.
The textured paneling above the upholstered headboard is repeated at the foot of the bed to create a balanced design.
The nightstands feature a tray top design, which prevents items from sliding off if accessed in the dark.
A wall of sand-colored wardrobes colors the end of the gray bedroom design and separates the bed from the entry door.
On one side of the window, there is a built-in vanity unit. A round mirror , a discreet wall sconce, and a modern gray chair complete the ensemble.
The opposite side of the window is furnished with a built-in desk. A set of wall shelves display a small collection of books and a stylish black and gold desk clock .
A second gray chair rounds out the home workspace, along with another sleek black wall sconce.
In the bathroom, a sand yellow vanity unit makes a warm contradiction to pale gray surroundings. Ochre tiles, like those found in the kitchen, form a vanity backsplash here.
More yellow ochre tiles fill a recessed shelf beside the bathtub. We also see a third instance of the geometric textured wall treatment.
Chunky matt black fixtures strike boldly through the unique bathroom scheme.
This pink bedroom palette creates a youthful energy. A black swing arm wall lamp counterbalances the sweet hue.
A pink desk chair furnishes a large workspace, which morphs into a dressing area at one end.
The pink desk chair backs onto a wall of crisp white wardrobes, which provide fresh relief from the solid pink walls.
A doorway leads off the initial bedroom into a cozy space with a daybed with a fully upholstered headboard wall. Pink scatter cushions accentuate the joyful pink bed base.
Pink buttons add a fun twist to the gray headboard.
A coordinating pink bathroom is furnished with a unique geometric vanity unit.
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Dark isn’t the first theme that comes to mind when designing a kitchen. Stereotypical assumptions are of white and bright kitchens matched by light wood—something like the color of breakfast pancakes. Have you ever thought otherwise? Perhaps something like a modern dark kitchen?
We’ve got a collection of stunning spaces sure to switch up your vision. This black kitchen design inspiration is the sexiest interior design can muster. All divulging in shades of black, navy, or dark brown, they add what white kitchens cannot—a seductive allure that says sleekness and sophistication at the same time. Take a peek at some brilliant interiors on the darker side to see if a modern luxury black kitchen could be for you.
Modern Dark Kitchen Design Ideas to Inspire Your Next Renovation
1. Make it an All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:Design At Sketch
Almost completely covered in black, a few minor elements shine in chrome and wood in this kitchen interior. We love how the textures do the talking, especially through the matte table under black wood-panelled walls. But having an open approach like this means that every one of your accessories on display—including knives, wine glasses, mugs, cutting boards, teapots, cookie jars, etc.—need to be on point.
2. Add Wooden Elements
Visualizer:Bogdan Tovstyy
This black beauty edges towards wooden elements. We see a speckled floor, a white wall, and a central bench. Rounded black lamps hover over the island, providing functionality and style. If you’re wondering how visual intrigue is added to this modern black kitchen… a huge credit goes to the abstract art!
3. Complement the Black Kitchen with Orange
Source:Vancouver House
A bit of curve rounds out the hard edges—adding some much-needed warmth. This wave-design bench leads up to an orange-hued enclave in this black-and-silver interior. The burnt orange sure makes a design statement (apart from the unique central island).
4. Keep Your Dark Modern Kitchen Simple
Visualizer:Panda Fox Studios
A simplistic look makes this black kitchen a winner. We see the basics: a light floor, a black minimalist island, and sleek cabinetry. But the contrast between light and dark keeps the ambiance interesting, while the large window welcomes plenty of natural light.
5. Make it Dark… Or Not?
Visualizer:Who Cares Design
If you’re eyeing a dark kitchen aesthetic but are hesitant to make the change, this is it. Introducing more light, this black kitchen is hardly dark at all. Black benches, cabinetry, fixtures and stools are intersected by large-panel windows, a white shelving stand and light flooring.
6. Make Use of Asymmetry in the Black Modern Kitchen
Visualizer:Visual Method
This modern black kitchen takes another angle on this kaleidoscopic space, breaking all spatial boundaries. Black and glass alternate in this chic kitchen as the interesting ceiling design keeps the space unconventional. We’ve also got to appreciate the cherry blossoms, doubling as decor even within the interior.
7. Factor in Some Warmth
Source:Modulnova
This warmer-looking kitchen makes a move to brown. It strategically achieves the purpose with the use of wood. This not only introduces natural textures but also makes the ambiance inviting. Talk about a modern style that’s equal parts welcoming!
8. Place a White Island in a Black Modern Kitchen
Visualizer:Jean Regauer
An instant way to brighten up a dark kitchen (we mean, get the best of both worlds)? This kitchen space shows us how by using a white island on a black floor. The backsplash further enhances this dark-and-light effect, while the cowhide rug adds just the right amount of coziness.
9. Make Marble Your Best Friend
Architect:Chamberlain Javens Architects
If you’re looking to create a modern luxury black kitchen, you know what you’ve got to do: Go big on marble! This natural stone adds the luxe factor to any space, especially as a large, central island, as seen in the kitchen above. You can also add it through the backsplash.
10. Make it Mysterious
Visualizer:Tomek Michalski
You can double the visual intrigue in your all black kitchen by adding some mystery. In this kitchen, mood-lighting sets the scene in black and grey, while a marbled bench acts as the hero. The back inlet and flooring create contrast and depth. Taken together, these elements make the space an interesting one.
11. Layer Gray and Gold
Visualizer:Mitaka Dimov
Black kitchens are cool, but what if we layer in gray and add accents of gold? This stunning kitchen space uses gray flooring to add diversity to the otherwise black palette. The thick gold panel is one way that makes the space look incredibly high-end.
12. Add French Style to Black Kitchen Design
Visualizer:Aeroslon
Make your kitchen both modern and French with traditional black cabinetry. In this space, standing armoires act as sinks, and all other displayed items remain black. The stark white clock can surely act as the focal point of the space!
13. Consider Soft Elements
Visualizer:Julia Sultanova
Rough, light wood and low-hanging white lights set this kitchen interior a world apart. You can also notice a layer of light gray cabinetry, adding variation to the otherwise dark color palette. These elements factor in softness to the black kitchen design.
14. Let the Accessories Do the Talking
Photographer:Mikko Ryhänen
In this black-and-wood creation, the accessories take center stage in adorning the interior. We love the houseplant, but the crockery deserves a special mention for doubling as decor. The light oakwood backdrop further warms the space up.
15. Consider a Matte All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:HDR Designer
Neat square panels perfectly line up to emphasize the stark black minimalism that is at play here. We love how the cabinetry is matte black with no hardware, adding a sense of simplicity. The herb planters are a healthy green addition to bring the otherwise simple space.
16. Add Some Stencilling to Black Kitchens
Visualizer:Julia Sultanova
Fine lines and stencilling set this monochromatic space apart. Lined by black magnetic lights, black stencils and glossy white facades, it makes its mark on a light wooden floor.
17. Build a Shape Out of Black
Visualizer:Huso
18. Create a Modern Dark Kitchen with Gradients
Visualizer:Mario Nogueira
If you’re wondering how the intrigue in this space is working… It’s the gradients from black, to charcoal, to light grey. White surrounds in the walls and a monochromatic hanging light. This clever design technique makes sure the space is anything but boring, even if it’s using mere neutrals (minus the stunning orange dining chairs, of course).
19. Leverage Black Textures
Visualizer:Nefeli Kallianou
One instant way to add interest to a black kitchen is with textures, as seen in this metallic matte kitchen. This accounts for decorative presence in the light and bright space, providing character to an otherwise simple room.
20. Work on the Functionality of the Modern Dark Kitchen
Visualizer:İbrahim Ethem KISACIK
This dark modern kitchen makes sure it’s as functional as is stylish. The central island is paired with a black dining table, while all necessary appliances are fixed into the cabinetry. We also see pendant lights and lighting under the hood providing just the right illumination.
21. Create a Modern Classic All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:A&L Interior Design
Folks seeking an inviting all black kitchen can look towards this modern classic space. It merges contemporary elements (through sleek black cabinetry) with traditional ones (as seen in the wooden backsplash) to bring together the best of both worlds.
22. Put Essentials on Display in Your Modern Black Kitchen Interior
Visualizer:Polygon
Yet another kitchen that uses black and wooden elements to create a dark-themed interior. What sets this one apart is the hanging pans. They do offer easy access as the residents cook, but they also double as decor! (Note how the pans also use black and wooden elements to stay coherent with the theme).
23. Add the Industrial Style to the All Black Kitchen
Via:Emotion School
Industrial style lovers, rejoice! This is THE inspiration to set up your favorite interior design style, the dark way. This kitchen uses rustic wood and exposed elements for the ceiling to create an industrial black kitchen interior.
24. Make a Statement with Black Chunky Lamps
Via:HomePicture.in
All eyes on the two chunky lamps hanging in this monochromatic setting. They do add focus but also allow the contrasting white inset to shine. Not to forget the central island, providing plenty of storage space.
25. Make Room for Keepsakes
Visualizer:Maxim Goryachev
There’s nothing like personalizing your space to who YOU are. This kitchen serves the purpose by adding keepsakes and heirlooms. Also, black leaves room for details, so it’s one of the best colors to use if you’re hoping to display knick-knacks.
26. Use Black to Add Intimacy
Visualizer:Helen Bank
Who says dark colors make small spaces feel smaller? We only see black adding luxury to this compact space (with some credit to the white flooring adding brightness). This kitchen—with black marble backsplash—speaks opulence, and for all the right reasons!
27. Enhance Black Kitchen Design with Patterns
Visualizer:Ksenia Lenski
This black kitchen interior makes a design statement with the patterned marble island. Its sleek metallic legs lift it off the floor, creating an illusion of space. Simultaneously, the textured inset makes sure visual interest is added.
28. Don’t Forget a Black and White Rug
Visualizer:Nada Aboelrous
If you’re not in for a complete kitchen renovation, simply painting your cabinets black and adding a black-and-white patterned rug will achieve the purpose! We love how this kitchen keeps sets the base with white and tops it with black.
29. Let the Lighting Make a Statement in the All Black Kitchen
Architect:Artpartner Architects
When everything else is understated, letting the lighting create a statement is a good idea. This matte black kitchen interior uses rod lighting to do the talking. It sticks to the all black kitchen color scheme, though!
30. Tone it Down
Visualizer:Valeria Mosolova
This open floor plan uses dark gray throughout, showing us that black can work in more spaces than the kitchen 😉 It sure makes a design statement for those cooking and dining—or lounging!
31. Consider a Black and Wooden Bar
Visualizer:Amir Emami
This is the ultimate modern luxury black kitchen! After all, what’s better than displaying your favorite collection of beer right behind the black kitchen island? The low-hanging pendant lights also add to the black kitchen design.
32. Add the Gothic Vibe
Visualizer:Sebastian Lorio
This dark-gray kitchen is super simple with its sleek, hardware-less cabinetry. Well, except the far left end. Here, we see a statement piece of art and intriguing layered lighting created a focal point.
33. Stick to the Minimalist Style for Black Kitchens
Visualizer:Miguel A. Ramos
This compact kitchen space follows the simple rule: white walls paired with black cabinetry and an island. Even in this nook, the space is able to make a style statement while providing optimal functionality. The window here gives a contrasting element of light to the otherwise dark modern kitchen.
34. Layer Lighting in the All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:Tatiana Durnescu
We see shades of gray and black coming together to bring this modern dark kitchen to life. What we especially love is the multiple types of lighting, all layered together to bring visual interest to the space.
35. Set the Backdrop For Your Living Space
Visualizer:Sasha Zolotukhin
