Designing a family apartment that meets the needs of parents, children, and future tenants is never easy but these gorgeous interiors rise to the challenge with style. The kid-friendly homes toured in this post accommodate the needs of two households with two small children each. Both feature minimalistic interior designs so the residents can fill in the blanks themselves, yet the features are already in line with the things growing families crave the most – ample storage space, room to roam and play, and comfortable places to retreat or spend time together in turn.
Visualizer:Angelina Alekseeva
Practical, comfortable, and very relaxing – this apartment is a lovely space for a family that wants to cozy up in a calm refuge after dealing with a hectic day. Yellow accents help to lift the mood while simple white walls and wood accents leave plenty of room for imagination.
Low furniture is easy for young ones to use. The faux fireplace most likely uses a convincing combination of water mist and light, perfectly safe for small children.
It’s not a large living space but it manages to accomplish a lot – the kitchen, a breakfast table, and formal dining table also share the room.
Replacing flowers is easier than replacing an expensive sculpture or painting. As long as they’re non-toxic, flowers are an ideal source of ephemeral decoration that kids can feel free to touch and enjoy.
The chandelier over the table almost looks like a constellation chart or a creative game of connect-the-dots.
This nursery is impossibly charming. Golden stars pepper the walls, viewable through the open roof of the house-shaped bedframe.
A smart layout makes up for the lack of floor space. A chair positioned between the basinet and bed makes it easy to read bedtime stories to both children at once.
Although the nursery contains two beds, the older child has a dedicated bedroom as well. Its layout emphasizes study and exploration – even the desk has a brilliant view to spark imagination while doing homework.
School supplies are accessible under the desk, books reside on the creative open cabinetry attached to the headboard, and drawers beneath the bed make it easy to find extra blankets on laundry day.
Of course, parents need a comfortable place to relax as well. This bedroom is fresh and refined, with a multipurpose writing desk / vanity making an efficient use of space.
These round lamps seem very popular lately – both are from the IC collection by Michael Anastassiades.
Growing families need as much space as they can get! This compact bathroom is inspiring in its efficiency, boasting all of the must-have bathroom features alongside laundry.
And it’s stylish too, with rope and wicker features bringing out the natural beauty of the shower’s stone tiles.
The other bathroom is more of an oasis. Wood paneling and potted plants bring a breath of fresh air, an organic contrast to the luxury of white marble cladding and stylish modern fixtures.
Soaking in the bathtub is a great way to de-stress. Parents may not get many opportunities to indulge in this simple pleasure, so this sophisticated arrangement makes sure every moment counts.
Visualizer:Nelly Prodan
Ordinarily, it would be difficult to maintain a true minimalist aesthetic in an apartment with two growing children but this space takes care to provide plenty of extra storage space to make picking up a little easier. Uncomplicated decoration and furniture themes do have a big upside in family homes – it leaves more room for play and creativity!
Artwork remains simple and stylish. This painting serves an important purpose by pulling together the cream and gray color theme.
Like the previous home, this apartment also includes a kitchen and dining area within the main workspace. When the residents need more space for meal preparation, they can move the stools to the other side of the breakfast bar.
The floors add tons of character in the kitchen – the large individual tiles almost look like they’re composed of tiny stone mosaics.
Uncomplicated by eye-candy, the dining arrangement places an emphasis on family time rather than design for design’s sake.
Now for the most exciting part! The children share a bedroom filled with fun features and bright colors. Extra storage makes it easy for parents and kids to keep things tidy.
A c-shaped desk follows the curvature of the bay window and gives the kids space to work on homework simultaneously without distracting each other.
Fitness can be fun! The jungle gym has features for climbing, swinging, hanging, and playing – and the soft pad underneath provides a little peace of mind for parents.
Artwork hangs on the designated wood accent wall, preventing pinholes and tape marks from showing up all over the room.
At the end of a long day, parents can settle down in the comfort of their warm and comfortable bedroom. The textural accent wall is incredible – hexagons peek out at different elevations to create dramatic light and shadow.
The subtle natural geometry theme continues with the storage cabinet.
Without a television, parents can relax and enjoy their own thoughts or a good book without distraction.
It’s interesting to see a blue rug in the middle of a room dominated by warm tones. The sense of contrast heightens the effect of both.
Colorful tiles, a leaning wooden bookshelf, and a paned glass shower enclosure come together to weave an easygoing theme in bathroom - all of the charm of a country home, contained in a city apartment.
This beautiful Krakow home sparks the imagination with innovative interior architecture and a strong modernistic attitude, tempered in places by classic natural materials. Each perspective offers a unique visual experience with surprising details hiding around every corner. Designed by PLASTERLINA , this interior demonstrates the beauty of high contrast design – interior themes range from dark and atmospheric in some areas to bright and playful in others. Every room offers a different style to appreciate and enjoy, whether you’re a fan of traditional design or stark and cutting minimalism.
The living room looks out onto a verdant yard through a glass balcony, outfitted with glass rails to preserve the line of sight. Sophisticated decoration remains humble to avoid overshadowing the view.
Unique interior architecture grows more intricate as the tour progresses – here, creative angles on the left meet a full-length mirror on the right to give the interior a mazelike appearance.
Dark wood tones starkly transition to a white modernistic kitchen – we’ll take a closer look later.
The color theme of the public areas consists of dark wood, light leather, and peaceful shades of blue. There’s also a hint of felt here and there – like the gorgeous Under the Bell lamp centered above the table.
The office bravely breaks from the dark atmosphere of the main living volume. Bright teal and pink give this office an incredible spark of energy, sure to inspire the creative work that goes on at the desk.
A large deer print emphasizes the accent colors and ensures balance throughout the room, rather than confining color to the lower half.
The desk angles downward from the media center for better ergonomics and crawls up the wall on the other side, terminating in a handy bookshelf.
In the bedroom, rich wood cladding and walls of curtains reflect the theme used in the main living spaces but with a darker and moodier appeal.
Simple furniture allows the rich materials to take center stage. Here, Tom Dixon’s Copper Shade lamps illuminate the famous Backenzahn side tables by Philipp Mainzer.
Nothing in this home is restricted to eye-level. Everything from the storage to the curtains and even this plush headboard reach toward the ceiling.
Visualizer:PLASTERLINA
Back in the main living area, this angle perfectly demonstrates the use of color blocking to give each functional space its own distinctive boundaries: leather in the living room, blue at the dining table, and white in the kitchen.
Now for a look at the kitchen in detail – diagonal wood beams overlap with white panels facing the opposite direction, creating a deep sense of visual drama within its straight enclosure.
Color blocking affects the kitchen too: dark wood marks the breakfast counter, transitioning to pristine white floors where the work surfaces begin.
Every angle reveals a different interaction between elements. It’s a dynamic design that dazzles the eye and engages the mind.
Even the lighting cords contribute to the sense of movement.
The only thing symmetrical about the kitchen is the perfect central alignment of the island.
With so many spectacular features, it’s easy to miss the details that make this home charming through-and-through. Note the forest silhouette painting at the left in the hallway, and the textural accent wall straight ahead.
Like the rest of the home, the entryway makes creative use of color to highlight each transition. Bright white floors and a vivid blue bench seat add character to a space that many homes neglect.
Mirrors again fascinate the eye in unexpected places.
The home has two bathrooms, each with a different style. This one is light and natural, decked out in white and wood within walls of textural stone tile.
The second bathroom takes a slightly bolder approach. Black tiles make a strong first impression, with a bright blue pendant light adding a dash of color above the vanity.
It’s hard not to love these open-yet covered shelves popping up in modern homes lately. They’re great for grabbing a towel without getting the cabinets or drawers wet.
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
