Always eye-catching and impressive, neoclassical interiors create a sophisticated character and an air of perfection. Classical architectural details make a stunning backdrop for the simplicity of modern furnishings, and add a density of decoration that is much more than momentarily mesmerising. The first of our three home designs, visualised by Yurii Chaikovskyi and Nina Semenkova, is an impressively high-ceilinged home with elegant arches and rich muted green accents. Our second home design features a double-height living room with a colourfully eclectic flair. The last of our tours takes place in an all-white home interior where classical details create deep borders of decorative coving and boiserie around a counteractive core of ultra-modern pieces.
Visualizer:Yurii Chaikovskyi & Nina Semenkova
This incredibly spacious holiday home is Villa Lago Maggiore, located on a picturesque plot in Italy. The impressively high-ceilinged luxurious living room is airy and sunkissed, and features classical architectural arches of huge proportions.
A large area rug sets down a soft grey island for the lounge area in the open plan living space. The calm monochrome palette benefits greatly from the addition of richly contrasting deep green accent pieces in the shape of two modern lounge chairs.
An oval coffee table injects stark black accents into the centre of the light lounge furniture arrangement.
Deep green scatter cushions and matching throws accent the light modular sofa .
The high ceiling of the large living area is accentuated by a grand modern chandelier.
Behind the rich green accent chairs , a modern console table adds a natural wood tone element. A designer table lamp places a bold black accent. A tall glass vase with a botanical arrangement balances out the height of the lamp from the opposite end of the unit.
Exquisite modern dining chairs gleam with gold frames. A golden picture frame complements the luxe metal aesthetic.
The gold and grey upholstered dining chairs surround a fashionable racetrack shaped dining table , where there is plenty of space to accommodate up to eight dinner guests. Tinted glass vases and a decorative bowl make an effective table centrepiece .
A delicate dining room pendant light displays a ghostly silhouette, which allows the decorative moulding of the classical interior to maintain the ultimate spotlight.
The kitchen island is a monolithic block of travertine stone.
A wall of flat-fronted, handle-free kitchen units meld with the white render of the neoclassical interior.
The kitchen lighting scheme features a perimeter installation of LED strips around the crown of a travertine stone backsplash wall. A freeform chandelier illuminates the central island.
Another green lounge chair is paired with a round side table by the window to create a comfortable reading nook.
Inside the luxurious bedroom , three enormous arches define the windows.
Round bedside tables gather around a bespoke bed design with a travertine headboard.
Another reading nook has been created inside the bedroom with a soft grey bedroom chair and a unique small side table .
A second bedroom chair balances out the layout at the other side of the bedroom fireplace.
Above the fireplace , a piece of modern art nods to the arched aesthetic of classical architecture.
A side table with storage finishes off the fireside arrangement.
Sheer drapes filter the sunlight without destroying the elegant outline of the arched windows or covering up the view. The carefully crafted interior is designed to encourage quiet observation of surrounding nature to aid with relaxation.
Visualizer:梦太初
Our second home design begins in a double-height neoclassical living room with a distinctive eclectic character.
A black upholstered Eames style lounge chair and footstool balance out a curved black sofa design. Geometric coffee tables place a luxurious metallic gold accent between.
The quirky tree-like lamp is the Ines floor lamp designed by Jacopo Foggini for Edra.
The organic shape of the lamp with its crooked shades creates relief from the restrictions of the perfectly pristine neoclassical decoration that surrounds it.
In a second lounge area, a modern rug lays down an eye-catching black and white pattern beneath another eclectic furniture curation.
Lustrous gold side tables brighten the lounge layout alongside a black coffee table and a unique sofa with a black stormcloud silhouette.
A sculptural barrel chair injects a dramatic blood red accent.
Gold decor accessories dot the room.
A supporting wall is wrapped with en vogue wood slatted panels, adding a moment of attractive texture.
A clear perspex chair and the fabulous gold Ella chair , again by Jacopo Foggini for Edra, make up an eclectic set with a bright cobalt blue table.
Two huge modern chandeliers add to the eccentric nature of the home design.
Wood herringbone flooring creates a cohesive covering throughout the interior.
This ravishing red lamp is the Unfold Lampadaire by Alexandre Dubreuil for Roche Bobois.
The glossy cobalt blue racetrack table and sculptural chairs make up a dedicated reading and study area. A simple ceramic pot adds a natural touch to the bright table design.
Inside the bedroom, a light grey upholstered bed is underlined with a matching grey bedroom rug . Modern Bedroom wall art makes a colourful statement above the headboard. Glass pendant lights form a dramatic cluster inside of an inverse ceiling rose.
A gold modern wall sconce dots each side of the bed, above linear bedside units with storage.
Visualizer:Federico Repetto
Our final home tour unfolds inside of an all-white home interior with deeply detailed neoclassical coving and boiserie. A core of comparatively simple ultra-modern furniture pieces counteracts the frilly borders.
The neoclassical bedroom design is a grand space with a symmetrical layout.
A rice paper bedroom pendant light sets a simple silhouette amidst the density of decorative flourishes.
A sleek marble island cuts sharply through the neoclassical kitchen.
Bright white decor, natural wood elements, and fresh light green accents shape the airy rooms of these two homey interior designs. Visualised by Elemental Design , the two decor schemes are also characterised by a host of cute curves that come in the form of painted wall features, racetrack mirrors and curvaceous wardrobe designs. Indoor plants and botanical wall art provide much of the greenery, but a deliciously minty green and white kitchen, fresh mint green kids decor, and a green accent master bedroom expand upon the uplifting colour palette. We’ll also find a powder blue and blush pink bedroom design, and a plethora of built-in furniture ideas.
A stylish ceiling fan is bedded into a circular ceiling recess inside the first of our two home tours. The unique canopy sets a curved shape theme for the rest of the room, where a round coffee table reflects its silhouette.
A slatted wooden stand adds contemporary styling to the white marble round coffee table . A square footstool and linear modern sofa are softened with rounded corners to suit the room aesthetic. Light apricot accent cushions add visual warmth to the grey sofa upholstery.
The TV stand carries a traditionally inspired aesthetic with elegantly framed doors and brass detailing. Curved edges smooth the unit into the white TV wall, where a circular detail paints an eye-catching feature behind the TV screen.
The structure of the TV wall curves down to merge into the kitchen peninsula. A cute white picket fence planter houses a neat row of indoor plants .
A cylindrical wooden column and arched base support the dining peninsula.
Above the peninsula, the elegant fixtures are Model 2065 dining room pendant lights designed by Gino Sarfatti for Danish brand Astep. Warm grey dining chairs contrast darkly against a white marble tabletop. See more ideas for glass pendant lights here.
A kids’ play space is set up in the corner of the room. A fun fabric teepee is paired with a round rug that complements another painted circular wall feature. Botanical art and potted plants give the play area an adventurous outdoorsy feel. A wicker basket keeps toys tidy.
Built-in storage units feature a decorative arched bookcase. The arch is complemented by a racetrack-shaped wall mirror by the front door, where a built-in entryway bench conceals shoe storage.
A mint green kitchen backsplash threads a cool colour through a white and wood kitchen cabinet combination.
Inside the master bedroom, a piece of circular bedroom wall art extends the botanical influence over the platform bed . A small indoor plant grows a burst of living greenery.
Bespoke wardrobes feature a slatted finish and curved edging. A modern bedroom rug lays down a soft grey and white woven design.
The floating TV stand and matching dressing table coordinate with the wardrobe’s curved shaping. A round vanity stool , freeform vanity mirror , and arched wall detail add more complementary curves. A small pendant light drops in a sweet pop of blush pink.
More curves define the smooth edges of a modern bathroom vanity and a round vessel basin.
The second double bedroom design is more contradictory to the rest of the home with its sharp linear headboard design, although a rounded desk and chair duo smooth the look.
A soft grey bedroom rug is matched by a tasselled throw. Suspended bookshelves add an interesting touch by the bedroom door, where they form a library entryway.
An all-white decor scheme brightens a small, windowless shower room.
A glass wall kids room is fitted with another beautiful bespoke wardrobe design.
House-shaped toy storage units are coloured with mint green modules. A round rug softens the play area down in front.
The covered balcony is utilised as a laundry area, with a stacked washing machine and tumble dryer. Cabinets stow away cleaning solutions, whilst open shelving offers a place to fold and stack.
Hanging plants and rattan wall planters give the balcony a garden feel.
A ladder shelf holds a set of matching rattan indoor herb planters .
A wood cased window makes an arched feature in the living room of our second home tour. The interior window creates a light-sharing focal point above the sofa, which creates the feeling of added space.
The arched window is complemented by a curved pattern on the living room rug , and a rounded rectangle coffee table.
Round dining room pendant lights make an effective pairing over the table. A bud vase makes an elegant table centrepiece .
An upholstered dining bench softens the aesthetic of the modern wood dining set.
The sleek black, white and wood themed kitchen is broken by open shelving.
The narrow galley kitchen directs the eye toward a tall window with a city view.
A shoe storage area is illuminated beneath a set of built-in storage units in the home entryway. Open shelving nooks warm the white installation with moments of natural wood tone.
Inside the home office, a double workspace is faced toward the window light and the view.
A bespoke L-shaped desk design draws around the perimeter of the small, square room. Wall shelves make the most of vertical storage space.
In the master, muted green paintwork colours a restful backdrop for wooden shelves and 3D abstract relief bedroom wall decor .
A decorative vase adds the sculptural element to a built-in bookshelf that merges into a window seat.
The vanity unit is arranged as a peninsula that attaches to the wardrobe and separates the sleep space from the dressing area.
Green paintwork colours a decorative border opposite the foot of the bed.
This bedroom switches up the colour palette with powder blue and blush pink accents, though the green theme is still present in botanical wall art.
The window seat in this bedroom merges with a custom-built wardrobe.
A home workspace looks out the living room at the other side of the interior arched window.
The final bedroom features a built-in bed design with raised wardrobes.
A minimalist home office area attaches to the side of the custom wardrobe design.
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
