When living space is limited, it’s time to get creative - and it doesn’t hurt to move to a minimalist mind set. That’s what happened after the purchase of two homes in Japan. Unusual layouts and creative division of area brought about unexpected changes in floor height. The designs, by Indot Design , seek only to meet the basic needs of the homeowners, without faltering into a feeling of emptiness. Hidden storage compartments and sleek units keep the minimalist rooms free from the noise of clutter and colour. The interiors stand awash with calm and minimalist Japanese design, predominantly based in white with pale grey accents, and light wood elements to turn up the thermostat of visual warmth.

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Photographer:Hey!Cheese

It’s not hard to see why this unusual Japanese home renovation won a micro space project award. Spanning a very narrow 60 square metres, this ingenious home design overcame great challenges by implementing creative zoning techniques. The minimalist living room beds down inside a recess in the floor, where a bespoke sofa design and TV wall make full use of its limited width. A Bull storage ottoman adds a little character.

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The story of this home design began with a client who wanted to keep their elderly parents close to them, after their parents decided to downsize. A small and narrow house was purchased in the hope that it could become a comfortable and sociable living area, with enough space for other family members to come visit too.

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A step down into the lounge area conceals storage space beneath its tread. A wall of storage along one entire side of the house makes it possible to stow away items that would make the small area feel cluttered. The sleek white cabinets go almost unnoticed, and so aren’t oppressive on the narrow living space.

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The change in floor treatment over the wide step is a safety feature to make it more visible.

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A safety barrier runs above the low set sofa. Armrests have been widened to be more noticeable in their low position. A grill in the TV cabinet increases ventilation.

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The kitchen diner is open plan with the living room, which means many people can socialise or watch a movie together.

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LED strips serve a night light function. The bedroom is situated behind the lounge TV wall with a glass partition. Its sliding doors allow the bedroom to be opened up to living space.

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A bench is fitted to the wall along the open plan living room, as additional seating for guests.

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White kitchen cabinets pale into the background of the long room, pushed to the outermost corner to leave a large sociable area where many people can gather and chat.

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A large dining table was paramount for big family dinners.

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The minimalist dining table is extended by the adjoined kitchen island.

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Window wall storage units serve as kitchen cabinets too.

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The depth of the storage units form deep window sills that double as comfortable window seats. Seating locations across the home, over different heights, form intermediary spaces to sit and stay–and places where family members can come gather together again.

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A stylish cut puts the kitchen island right inside the dining table.

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Above the table, a simple linear suspension light suits the minimalist aesthetic.

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With the sliding room divider retracted, we can see the living room TV wall doubles as a bedroom TV wall on its opposite side.

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To save space in the elevated bedroom ‘box’, the bed bases were discounted; mattresses lay directly on the floor.

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One walkway links the spaces, with an Italian floor coating. The bathroom stands opposite the bedroom.

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Original floor plan. The recess at the centre inspired the core positioning of the lounge.

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Finished floor plan. On the entrance side, we see there is a wardrobe combined with a locker room, which creates a porch interface.

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In Taipei, Taiwan, an overcrowded urbanized environment enforced limitation of space for our second set of homeowners. Although the area was static, life had to be allowed to change and flow between work and leisure time.

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It’s difficult to control the distance between people in a bustling city–and in this home of just 60 sqm. However, a dynamic solution brought about freedom. After taking all partitions back to zero, the designers built a predominantly open field with few obstacles. Then, sliding walls were installed that could either separate or integrate the space.

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Large furniture items were placed flush with the sliding doors, and some pieces even slip into specialised slots cut into the moving planes.

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The boundary of space is blurred and gentle. The living room is sometimes adjoined with the workspace, and at other times with the bedroom.

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A raised wooden walkway begins up by the pillows in the white bedroom , and runs the length of the window wall. Storage compartments are hidden inside the platform.

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Glass sliding doors separate the bedroom from the kitchen side.

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The homeowners can reconsider the division of space in a moment, and change public and private sectors.

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The partitions add both attractive and practical options for layout, where every day can ring the changes.

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The kitchen disappears behind full height white cabinet doors.

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Cheese holes in the thick sliding door allows borrowed light to permeate and form fascinating soft shadows.

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Simple white shelves back the work/dining area.

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Perfect cuts make transitions effortless.

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Are you looking for a quick and easy way to upgrade your daily routine? Start with your vanity! We’ve collected a list of 51 vanity stools you can buy right now, each one offering something a little different for your comfort and convenience. Find a sleek modern ottoman to fit your contemporary bedroom , or a cool acrylic stool that can stand up to the humidity of the bathroom. Invest in a large and luxurious vanity chair to pamper yourself in comfort or find the perfect small option to save space. These accessories will help you feel your best before tackling the day ahead of you. Which one is your favorite?

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Modern Curved Vanity Stool

This charming vanity stool features a plush curved seat for a comfortable embrace – great for long periods spent checking email or completing your skincare routine.

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Modern White Vanity Stool

Smooth white acrylic makes this a great option for modern vanity designs. Because of its waterproof construction, it could even stand up well in a bathroom environment.

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Modern Transparent Acrylic Vanity Stool

Constructed from transparent acrylic, this vanity stool offers a sleek modern look for even the most minimalist interior design themes. Sturdy construction ensures style you can enjoy for years to come.

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Modern Clear Acrylic Vanity Stool With Magazine Storage

Cool and compact, this vanity stool offers multipurpose design great for smaller bedrooms and dressing rooms. Each side curves inward at the base, providing a neat space to store books or magazines – great for beauty gurus.

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Translucent Polycarbonate Stool

Energize your favorite space with this designer vanity stool by Marcel Wanders. The semi-transparent acrylic surface gleams with gem-like facets, shining and sparkling in the light for a dynamic look.

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Wooden Vanity Stool With Cushion

This modern vanity stool boasts a sturdy elm wood base, topped by a thick cushion in chic blue upholstery. If you’re looking for a stool with timeless appeal to fit any interior theme, this piece is sure to satisfy.

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Round Mid Century Modern Style Vanity Stool

Bring a touch of vintage charm to your vanity space! This handsome stool features a classic wood base and a cozy button-tufted top. Choose from a range of bright colors including purple, green, blue, and more.

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Wooden Vanity Stool With Armrests

This bench-style vanity stool is built with sturdy armrests that make it easier to sit, stand, or adjust the stool’s position in front of your vanity. This stool is available in three colorways: black, white, and the saddle brown pictured here.

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Clover Shaped Small Vanity Stool

Simple and sweet! This vanity stool captures the eye with its clover-shaped seat cushion, a little touch of whimsy to brighten your favorite space. The white velour upholstery covers plush padding for extra comfort while you get ready each morning.

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Boho Style Macrame Stool

Intricate macrame captures a free-spirited vibe that helps this vanity stool stand out from the rest. Choose this design to add a touch of delicate style to a bohemian or cottage-chic inspired bedroom.

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Round Furry Vanity Stool

A touch of luxury can go a long way toward making any routine feel more fulfilling. This round vanity stool is upholstered in fluffy cloud-like faux fur for a high-end look. This small furry vanity stool could double as an ottoman as well.

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Modern Metal And Leather Vanity Stool

This leather vanity stool embodies a certain sense of rugged sophistication sure to elevate the look of your favorite space. Need to save space between uses? It easily folds flat for storage.

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Industrial Style Fire Hydrant Vanity Stool

Ideal for serious industrial interiors and playful steampunk spaces alike, this design offers tremendous character in every detail. Easily adjust the height – use as a tall vanity stool for higher tables or a small vanity stool for shorter ones.

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Fur Vanity Stool With Golden Pipe Base

Embrace luxury without breaking the bank. This vanity stool captures a classic Hollywood aesthetic with its faux fur upholstery over a base of gold-finished pipework.

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Rattan Vanity Stool

Are you looking for something with a natural look? This vanity stool is crafted from thick rattan, handmade with care for a personal touch. A thick round cushion adds an extra touch of comfort to make your grooming routine feel a little cozier.

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Peacock Rattan Vanity Stool

This beautiful rattan vanity stool takes a next-level approach when it comes to decorative appeal. Elegant swirls and curves invite the eye, blending art and functionality in one convenient lightweight design. Choose between a natural or white finish to suit your décor theme.

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Rustic Woven Jute Vanity Stool

Durable mango wood legs provide strong support while a seat of woven jute offers a warm organic look. This handsome vanity stool would easily fit within a variety of décor themes – rustic, modern, nautical, and so many others.

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Folding Teak Wood Vanity Stool

Constructed from genuine teak, this wood vanity stool is naturally resistant to moisture for use in humid environments like the bathroom, while looking sleek enough for use in stylish bedrooms or living spaces as well. The unique design folds away for storage.

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Vanity Stool With Back

For something that offers a more traditional seating experience, this vanity stool chair features a small backrest for style and comfort. The solid birchwood frame ensures durability for years of everyday enjoyment. Choose from a wide variety of polyester blend upholstery colors to suit your style.

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Vintage White Vanity Stool With Floral Design

This adorable vintage vanity stool offers timeless charm for any style. The soft padded cushion sings with the cheerful colors of its bright floral print. This design is available with a black or white base for easy coordination with your interior.

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Round Traditional Trim Tassel Vanity Stool

Adorn your vanity area with a decorative pop! This vanity stool features an elaborate tassel trim over playfully patterned upholstery. Choose from a number of different models, each with a different pattern and color theme.

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Antique Vanity Stool

This antique vanity stool design combines classic charm with contemporary construction. Carved details capture the eye while a plush cushion provides cozy comfort. Choose from several lovingly distressed finishes including metallic pewter, black and gold, vintage blue, and the warm gold color shown.

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Modern Hourglass Shaped Vanity Stool With Storage

You don’t have to spend a lot to create a functional vanity space with cool contemporary style. This cheap vanity stool features a sleek modern shape and conceals convenient storage beneath the seat. Embrace the minimalism of the white model pictured here or go bold with the lime green, orange, or red option.

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Storage Vanity Stool

Enjoy the comfort of plush cushioning while keeping your space tidy with hidden storage beneath the seat. This storage vanity offers multifunctional appeal, with enough room inside to hold those large makeup cases you don’t use every day or essential supplies like hairdryers and curling irons.

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Beige Skirted Vanity Stool

This upholstered vanity stool keeps things simple and elegant. A long skirt surrounds the edges to hide the legs for a clean and streamlined look. Sturdy birch construction ensures durability for years to come.

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Pink Storage Trunk Style Vanity Stool

Make a statement with this chic and playful pink vanity stool! This lovely piece is designed to look like a travel trunk, upholstered in plush velvet with rose gold hardware. Use the interior to store away extra makeup palettes or bulky styling tools to keep the surface of your vanity clean and tidy.

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Kids’ Vanity Stool And Table Set

This adorable vanity set with stool also doubles as a whimsical playset! It comes with a toy throne and bed to fit within the castle design, perfect for imaginative play. The arched mirror is constructed from durable Plexiglas – a safer option for children.

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Round Adjustable Vanity Stool

Brighten your vanity space with this swivel vanity stool. Choose from a selection of bright colors – teal, magenta, or blush pink. Or, if you’re looking for something with a more neutral vibe, there is also a lovely grey option as well. This piece easily adjusts in height to fit the size of your vanity table.

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Adjustable Vanity Stool With Wheels

Streamline your grooming routine with an adjustable vanity stool that easily swivels and rolls. Scoot easily between your vanity, storage shelves, and accessory cabinet to put together the perfect look for the day.

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Tall Vanity Stool

This counter height vanity stool is great for taller tables. The mid-century modern wood offers a touch of retro flavor with sleek contemporary construction to fit any interior. Grey faux leather upholstery offers padded comfort while the swiveling top serves as a convenient addition.

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Modern Chrome Vanity Bench

Complement your modern interior with the luxurious look of this chrome vanity stool. The comfortable seat is upholstered in white faux leather, easy to clean and maintain for a sharp aesthetic sure to last.

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Mirrored Vanity Stool

Go glam with this mirrored vanity stool! The reflective base is an instant enhancement for modern spaces. The cushioned top is upholstered in black faux leather for easy coordination with any interior color palette.

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Modern Round Chrome Vanity Stool With Cage Base

This round vanity stool makes a sharp impression with its geometric metal base, a lightweight look great for smaller spaces. Keep things simple and modern with this tidy design.

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Round Vanity Stool With Birdcage Base

Complement any interior style with this round vanity stool. The metal base features a silky silver finish while the padded seat enjoys the soft touch of grey woven linen. This sturdy design supports up to 300lbs.

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Modern Round Vanity Stool

Treat yourself to simple sophistication with this luxurious round vanity stool. The hourglass base is plated with a glossy gold finish, a natural complement to many of today’s top interior design trends.

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Golden Vanity Stool With Back

Here is another fantastic gold vanity stool, this time outfitted with a colorful cushion in sapphire blue or emerald green – an instant focal point for any vanity arrangement. This sophisticated design provides superior comfort with its soft-touch velvet upholstery and convenient low back rest.

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Upholstered Gold Vanity Stool

Beautify your vanity setup with a touch of glitz and glamour. This pink vanity stool is upholstered in smooth velvet atop a radiant gold base. Choose from a variety of elegant colors to match the style of your interior.

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Dark Grey Vanity Stool

Simplicity meets luxury with this affordable vanity stool. The top is upholstered in soft velvet fabric over light padding for comfort. A streamlined metal base catches the eye. Choose from neutral charcoal grey that goes with everything or go bold with the blue and gold option.

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Button Tufted Vanity Stool With Gold Base

Sure to become an instant statement piece, this tufted vanity stool is overflowing with charm and personality. The velvet fabric features playful buttons over the sides and extra-padded top. The gold base completes the look with a touch of subtle sophistication. Choose from emerald green, versatile khaki, peacock blue, or the tasteful pink shown here.

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Golden Vanity Stool With Faux Fur Seat

Glamour never goes out of style! This vanity stool invites the gaze with its super-fluffy faux fur top, while the gold finish of the sturdy base gleams in the light for luxurious appeal.

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Black Faux Fur Vanity Stool

Here is another faux fur option, this time in versatile black. This vanity stool stands at 17.5 inches tall to fit the most common vanity table sizes. This piece supports weights up to 250lbs.

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Tiger Stripe Pattern Vanity Stool

Take a little walk on the wild side with this tiger-striped vanity stool upholstered in close-cropped faux fur. The sturdy wood legs are sure to hold up well to everyday use, while the playful design is sure to draw compliments from guests.

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Luxury Vanity Stool With Back

Sitting down for your daily grooming routine will feel like a treat with this luxurious vanity stool. The supportive backrest provides comfort for even the most complicated looks, and the swivel base makes it easier to reach everything you need. This gorgeous piece is available in green and navy velvet.

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Tufted Vanity Stool With Storage

This storage vanity stool keeps your tabletop tidy and your makeup area stylish. Choose from a diverse spectrum of upholstery colors like orange, magenta, or green, or explore the range of versatile neutrals to match any interior.

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Curva Stool

Stay on top of current interior trends with this metal vanity stool from Danish design brand AYTM. This piece is sculpted from strong iron, finished in radiant gold for an eye-catching effect. The uniquely shaped interior can double as a magazine rack for seasonal lookbooks.

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Vitra Cork Stool

Sit atop a design icon with the famous Cork Stool by Jasper Morrison. This piece is expertly crafted from real cork, lightweight yet amazingly durable. The materials may be humble, but this piece is a show-stopper sure to impress guests who know their way around the world of modern design.

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Yanagi Butterfly Stool

Created by legendary Japanese designer Sori Yanagi, this vanity stool delights the eye with its sculptural form. You can find this classic mid-century modern piece at the Museum of Modern Art among others, a testament to its enduring respect and appeal.

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Saarinen Tulip Stool

The stool version of the iconic Tulip Chair by Eero Saarinen, this piece draws from an impressive design legacy to bring art to your vanity table arrangement. Customize this piece with your choice of a black or white base, plus vinyl or leather upholstery in a range of bold colors.

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Platner Stool

Immediately recognizable as a Warren Platner design, this vanity stool is more than worthy of becoming a part of your daily routine. Choose from velvet, leather, or boucle upholstery for the ultra-plush top.

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Ultra Luxury Melange Vanity Stool

For luxury to last a lifetime, there are few options as satisfying as the Melange Vanity Stool. This fascinating piece comes from one of the hottest young design studios of our time, Kelly Wearstler. The legs are cast in solid brass and finished by hand with a dimensional patina, the seat pictured here upholstered in a textural and sophisticated ecru fabric.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger Stool

French design studio Harow approaches each project with an emphasis on art first, then transforms that art into functional everyday objects. This sculptural piece is one of many delightfully unconventional designs – each one more surprising than the last.

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

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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

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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

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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

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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?

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Visualizer:Huso

18. Create a Modern Dark Kitchen with Gradients

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Visualizer:Sasha Zolotukhin