A warm and inviting energy exudes from these two tropical boho home designs, photographed by Danang Seta . They are peppered with natural elements and thoughtful vignettes that keep the eye engaged and the aesthetic consistent. Each home boasts a fresh poolside vista, where palm trees loll amongst lush green borders. Design number one comes to life with a cozy lighting scheme of recessed LED ribbons, which trim shallow recesses and highlight key features in every room. Home number two is shaped by a plethora of beautiful archways that adjoin rooms, frame the wonderful terrace vista, and build captivating statements. Smoothly sculpted shelving nooks extrude from the wall stucco to integrate more eye-catching vignettes.
At Casa de Jany, a T-shaped pool design spans the full width of an outdoor dining room, blessing the diners with a sparkling view. Healthy green palms shade the edges of the blue water.
The narrow channel at the back of the pool runs towards a shady seating spot at the rear of the terrace. Underwater benches complete a U-shaped conversational area. The outdoor dining room is shaded by a wood-clad overhang that gives the space visual warmth. A trio of wicker pendants complements the wood cladding with their natural tone.
Sliding glass doors open up the master bedroom to the pool terrace. This way, the homeowner can head straight out for a refreshing morning swim.
High boundary walls conceal the tropical boho oasis that is hidden within, though palm plants hint at the lush aesthetic.
The walkway around the pool is shaded in its entirety, which also keeps the interior rooms cool. A small waterfall rushes into the swimming pool, providing a calming soundtrack for the home.
Upstairs, there are large balconies that are used for sunbathing. Modern chaise lounge chairs are arranged on a blanket of faux grass to fashion an attractive relaxation spot.
The main living room is spacious and airy with clean white wall decor and rich wooden elements. A black ceiling fan darkly punctuates a wooden vaulted ceiling design. A pale sofa is situated centrally in the room to divide the sitting space from the kitchen diner.
Textured wall stucco creates interest across the TV focal wall. Wooden display shelves are built into the wide alcoves on either side.
Each built-in display shelf is atmospherically lit by LED ribbons. Books, wicker baskets, candles, and decorative vases are arranged into neat vignettes.
The kitchen has a modestly sized island that can accommodate up to three diners along its outer edge. Its marble waterfall countertop ties in with the kitchen’s luxe marble backsplash.
The boho bedroom has an ensuite bathroom and a small sitting area.
The bed tucks into an arched recess, which creates a cozy cocoon around the headboard and a pair of wooden bedside tables. Bronze bedroom pendant lights add a warm sheen.
The closet is fitted with rattan doors, which add texture to the space.
A boho bedroom rug lays pattern beside the foot of the bed.
The second bedroom design features a wood-clad ceiling treatment. LED ribbons highlight the attractive wood grain.
A wooden vanity table slots perfectly into an alcove beside the bed.
A simple arch-shaped mirror adorns the top of the vanity table, with all other paraphernalia tucked away inside its rattan drawers.
Bedside tables are lit by intricately detailed Moroccan–style pendant lights.
The large bathroom is fitted with a double sink bathroom vanity and a series of large storage closets.
Black marble soap dispensers and a reed diffuser are grouped into a stylish cluster on the vanity countertop.
A freestanding bathtub is tucked around the corner.
An arched recess is adorned with a stone figurine and lit with ambient light to create a captivating vignette.
The roof terrace is used for barbecuing and entertaining.
By night, outdoor lighting ensures that terraces and balconies remain in use.
String lights make a festive atmosphere across the roof terrace.
Casa Alma has a laconic color palette, which gives it a restful spirit. A natural jute round rug and a wicker pouf give the pale living room scheme some visual weight. Their rich natural tone ties in with large wooden window frames that edge two sides of the room.
A rustic coffee table pulls up close to a built-in concrete sofa design. Ceramic vases make a small coffee table centerpiece.
The concrete couch backs onto a wall of built-in display shelves that extrude from the wall stucco. Decorative vases form neat vignettes in the archways and nooks.
A white dining table is aligned with the arched window to create an appealing visual.
A wicker pendant light echoes the curve of the arched window. Wooden dining chairs seat up to four diners.
The kitchen is constructed with a concrete framework and wooden cabinet doors. The kitchen faucet introduces a brass accent.
Inside the boho bedroom , an elegant archway is recessed into the wall stucco to form a decorative headboard feature.
A custom-built wardrobe echoes the arched headboard design and a glass archway that connects the bedroom with the living space.
A full length mirror is propped casually at the end of the bed to make a dressing area.
Recessed arches and curves shape the shower space design .
A concrete bathroom vanity unit is accessorized with wicker baskets for storage.
Stepped shelves are adorned with handmade floor vases to create a whimsical vignette.
Outside, a pebbled border contains tropical plants.
Wicker chairs and wooden tables surround the outdoor pool, completing a tropical boho vista.
Rich brown and black accents create a sleek aesthetic inside these two luxurious modern home designs. Large, open-plan living spaces create an instant impact upon entering the homes. Chic, linear sofas and stylish design lounge chairs fashion a high-end look that is bathed in light from fabulously huge windows. Home lighting is carefully considered and atmospheric, providing each space with a cozy atmosphere and perfectly spotlighted features. House number one has an impressive conversation pit that sinks into the poolside patio, and a formal outdoor dining room. The swimming pool at home number two comes rushing up toward the living room window to create a sparkling blue reflection.
Visualizer:Esmael Abdelhamed
A modular sofa arrangement forms a three-sided configuration at the heart of this sleek living room. The formation is held together on a rich brown area rug. A brown marble coffee table tucks in close to the seating.
The slimline living room floor lamp that stands beside the modular sofa is the Sampei , designed by Davide Groppi and Enzo Calabrese.
A linear modern fireplace and a suspended TV mount extend outwards from a structural support column. They form a brief room divide between the living room and the kitchen. Because the room divider has open sections, the fireplace can be enjoyed from both sides.
An elegant staircase climbs through the living room, ascending beside dual story windows. Its glass sides and open treads allow natural daylight and the garden view to flow through it. A small courtyard area is planted underneath.
Track lights evenly illuminate the full length of the large living room. Modern pendant lights hang low through the staircase void.
On the opposite side of the TV mount/fireplace room divider, a second, smaller sitting area is arranged beside the window. Another small courtyard area grows behind the modern couch, which forms a fresh link with the garden. A round coffee table stands between the white sofa and a cozy brown accent chair.
Rotatable wooden fins form a light permeable room divider between the primary sitting area and a formal dining room.
Contemporary ceiling lights are grouped in an artistic formation above the dining set. They form five bright inverted arches of varying sizes and lengths in a layered effect.
The black marble dining table sets down a solid anchor in the open plan dining space. Ten upholstered dining chairs contrast the black table with a rich brown colorway.
pull up at a gray marble kitchen island.
An eye-catching linear suspension light spreads illumination across the kitchen island and breakfast bar. It also adds a rich brown accent flash.
The ceiling is wood clad, which builds deep visual warmth and attractive texture.
Outside, a huge conversation pit is sunken into the pool. Long stepping stones give access to it via the lawn. An inviting firepit flames at its center. See more inspiration for conversation pits .
A wooden deck works around the edge of the swimming pool. A lattice outdoor dining table and a set of eight modern outdoor chairs make up a formal al fresco eating area.
Sun loungers face the clear blue water, where the homeowners can jump in for a quick, cooling dip.
In the master bedroom, warming brown accents are brought by a wingback chair , ottoman , and a matching upholstered bed.
The upholstered bed is teamed with a grand, white marble headboard wall. The marble wall stops just short of the ceiling, which allows light to flow into a dressing area behind it.
The bedroom window lies beyond a glass wall ensuite bathroom. LED strips brighten the perimeter of the bedroom and draw attention to a textured border of wooden slats.
A flatweave rug thinly softens the floor around the bed.
A wooden vanity unit and an illuminated round mirror is mounted to the back of the marble headboard feature wall. A bouclé vanity stool complements the mirror’s curves.
The walk in wardrobe is generously sized. Glass-fronted units line the walls, warmly illuminated from within. An ottoman provides a place to throw down outfits and to put on shoes.
Black marble accents cut through the primary bathroom. White marble displays spectacular veining across the walls.
Visualizer:Namaq Architects
In our second featured home, a large area rug pulls together a selection of linear beige and brown sofas, and two stylish lounge chairs.
A low coffee table is placed at the core of the living room furniture layout. Its dark finish makes a bold statement amongst the lighter elements.
Huge windows open up the living space to a dual aspect view of the garden and the swimming pool.
Two Sampei floor lamps add focussed task lighting close to the seating, while track lights provide wide spread illumination. Deep brown wood slatted paneling and a smooth beige overlay construct the TV wall.
A mini botanical arrangement and a small stack of coffee table books form the coffee table centerpiece.
Brown accent cushions scatter dark intervals over the pale sofas and lounge chairs .
Large format floor tiles add to the sense of space in the open plan living room.
Rotating panels mark a visual divide between the sitting area and the formal dining room. The upholstered dining chairs complement the lounge furniture with their beige and brown colorway.
A dining room rug keeps the eating area anchored in the open plan layout. Modern wall lights and a backlit glass cabinet create a moody glow.
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
