You didn’t think we will leave you guys hanging with just some bedroom texture inspiration , did you? Get ready for some serious living room action! As you can see from this post, the most common sources of texture come from substantial materials like tile and fabrics that make you want to reach out and touch them. Other ways to express texture are more surprising, ranging from contemporary 3D wall cladding to full-scale art installations. Then, there is the budget-friendly option of implied textures created by repeating patterns or subtle color variations. Are you excited to find the perfect texture for your living room walls?
Visualizer:RNDR Studio
This classic stone wall treatment provides an interesting contrast to the modern furnishings and helps to soften the effect of the minimalistic entertainment cabinet. Dark contrasts , from the picture frames to the nesting coffee tables help add weight.
Visualizer:Maram Elshennawy
These textural wall tiles embrace the irregular: some are dappled, some are streaked, some are wide, others are thin. The result is a warm and welcoming backdrop that echoes the geometry of the modern furniture, yet could easily be adapted to accommodate any decor.
Visualizer:Vüsal Abbasov
Bright white marble tiles make this monochromatic living room look luxurious, sharp, and clean.
Visualizer:Mitaka Dimov
Smooth integrated storage and subtle black wallpaper serve as a frame for the main attraction: a breathtaking slab of Calacatta marble. The rich veining adds a dynamic sense of energy and motion to this intimate living room.
Visualizer:Erlind Llanaj
A brilliant arrangement of tiles adds color and variety. This fabulous accent wall accomplishes its purpose by drawing the eye and uniting the subtle patterns and textures used throughout the space. The unique floor lamp adds a nice touch.
Visualizer:Iqosa
This contemporary living room demonstrates how large textures can give small spaces huge personality. The bold patterns avoid looking too heavy thanks to the simple colors and the clever addition of indirect cove lights.
Visualizer:Iliyan Stoyanov
Staggered wooden blocks create a playful landscape with plenty of space for storage. The matching coffee table is an absolute treat.
Visualizer:Archivizer
Dramatic! The fractured wooden panels above the floating tv stand are oh-so-slightly tilted to catch the light at different angles to recreate the effect of shattered glass. It’s part accent wall and part art installation, and fully impossible to miss.
Visualizer:Andrew Sokruta
Geometry takes center stage in this sharp modern living space. Black-edged curtains tucked away behind the ceiling panel make the room feel even more open and expansive.
Visualizer:Ilyan Stoyanov
These pewter-colored tiles have a slightly cloudy texture that contrasts well with the simple white and gray shelves, and their simple arrangement continues the emphasis on horizontal lines and rectangular forms present throughout the open space.
Visualizer:Tima Vishnyakov
Glossy black wood and polished metal tiles give this living room a sense of brightness despite the dark color palette. Imperfections in the steel add a touch of rugged contrast to the slick and refined Bauhaus-inspired decor.
Designer:Pan Jin Space Planning| Photographer:Hey!Cheese
This gorgeous accent wall is a mosaic of highly textural tiles in shades of charcoal, brown, and gray. The tiles are set at varying depths for an even more dynamic effect - a very creative touch that makes the tiles look soft as wool.
Visualizer:Mitaka Dimov
A modern and minimalistic take on the Art Deco style. The variegated 3D tiles are incredible - perfect for such an intimate, moody atmosphere.
Visualizer:Houzaifa Al Jandali
Another elegant living room brought to life with unique wall textures. Warm integrated lighting emphasizes the unique landscape created by the panels.
Visualizer:Iqosa
Natural and beautiful. This open living room captures the eye with elongated wooden boards and rough stacked stone cladding. The kitchen and living room share a continuous but differentiated design, with the stone appearing as a backsplash and the wood continuing to the ceiling.
Visualizer:Michael Temnikov
The texture of this stone cladding evokes images of bubbling brooks or fine shifting sands. It’s a fascinating backdrop for the integrated storage and entertainment center with its subdued horizontal wood grain and glossy white cabinets.
Visualizer:Nikki Candelero
Wood panels and unfinished concrete make a lovely pairing. The brass and steel circle adds a touch of Art Deco elegance and bold industrial influence.
Visualizer:Red Home Visual
These hexagonal 3D wall panels look fabulous in grayscale. Rich wood tones add warmth and contrast to the monochromatic theme, and each panel provides a stunning canvas for artwork and decoration. The Butterfly accent chair adds in an organic element to the room.
Visualizer:Iqosa
This wall treatment makes great use of vertical alignment and color variation to create a rustic pinstripe effect, providing visual interest in the absence of any tall furniture or wall hangings. Dramatic lighting and subdued neutral colors give this unique living room a mysterious yet relaxing atmosphere.
Visualizer:Vic Nguyen
This beautiful living space goes against the grain, using both vertically and horizontally aligned wood panels to create a subtle focal point that draws the eyes toward the artwork. A line of all-vertical wood panels subtly separates the lounging area from the rest of the room.
Architect:Pozas Arquitectos
Bold, bright pinstripes are playful and impossible to ignore.
Visualizer:Alessandro Zecca
Expansive white walls and dramatic black curtains have minimalistic appeal, punctuated by a unique staircase clad with tessellated panels. Integrated lighting makes this artful installation look like it glows from within.
Visualizer:Trinh Nguyen
Smoky smooth concrete and rough black bricks create a powerful aesthetic that drips with mood and emotion. If you prefer the brick look, do check out: 30 Living Rooms With Exposed Brick Walls . The swing arm wall lamp adds interest to the vertical space as well as provide functional lighting as a reading lamp. The lounge chair you see here is the Flag Halyard by Hans Wegner.
Visualizer:Ruslan Tcacenco
Modular storage units in green and white add fresh modern appeal to this industrial brick and concrete living space. The books are arranged without binding showing - a favorite staging technique for minimalistic spaces.
Visualizer:Stas Dovgal
This whimsical living room is sure to delight the creative soul. The ceiling appears glossy, a smart strategy to brighten a room that would otherwise absorb light with its soft textures.
Visualizer:Vage Gabrielyan
Very creative! Reclaimed wood tabletops are given a second life as a unique living room wall decor . The round theme perfectly complements the organic curvature of the vaulted ceiling.
Visualizer:Lorenzo Pennati
Smooth vertical lines, poppy pinstripes, and cool cubic wall panels - three unique styles together in one eclectic space.
Visualizer:Lorenzo Pennati
Another cool wall treatment demonstration, this time employing dappled stone-like panels and small hexagon tiles.
Visualizer:Lorenzo Pennati
Four more inspiring wall textures - endless inspiration.
Visualizer:Lorenzo Pennati
Soft cream-colored slats, varied pinstripes, and elegant marble form an ethereal combination. Each selection is perfect for a modern or classical living room.
Designed by architect Andrés Stebelski , this innovative home features a tessellated layout alternating between modern courtyards and cubic structural segments. The black metal frame maintains a thin profile to allow an unobstructed view over the gardens and into the neighboring rooms. Located just west of Mexico City the site posed several important constraints: such a free and open design would not have been practical without the addition of a tall perimeter wall to protect the privacy of the occupants. And without the courtyards, the perimeter wall would have made the home feel claustrophobic. What a beautiful solution!
A bright central atrium contains the main living room, flanked by a spectacular two-story library on one side and a light and airy staircase on the other. This hub connects the ground floor living spaces - kitchen, dining, and entertainment room - with the private living areas on the next floor. The stair treads balance on a thin spine, a perfect complement to the dark steel frame of the home.
Natural materials and dark accents foster a surprisingly intimate atmosphere that emphasizes the verdant focal points interspersed throughout. The contemporary furniture is practical and inspiring - for example, by combining four side tables to create one large coffee table as shown above, residents can easily free up more floorspace when entertaining.
Segmented yet unified, cascading glass walls provide a continuous view punctuated only by the stylish landscaping between. A streamlined enfilade layout preserves the functional circulation between each area, making the property easy to navigate despite its unique shape. This photo shows the minimalistic kitchen layout and offers a peek through the living room toward the ground floor study.
Even the upstairs bedrooms aren’t excluded from the lovely courtyard greenery – gorgeous trees planted in central locations offer a splash of color to enjoy from almost any room in the house. Although the foliage helps shield the view from one bedroom into the next, the occupants can pull down the super-low-profile shades for a more reliable barrier.
Unique cabinetry serves up plenty of integrated storage while acting as a well-defined yet visibly connected boundary between the kitchen and dining room. A mirrored backsplash behind the stove makes good use of the soft lighting and, as demonstrated in a few of the previous photos, extends the view of the courtyards.
The staircase leads up to a glass-encased cube that opens to a diverse rooftop garden. The garden helps cool the home, while its circular walking path provides an excellent 360-degree view of the surrounding neighborhood. That fun hammock looks like an irresistible place to nap, read, or daydream.
Would you have guessed that this unassuming facade hides such a sleek and modern home? The perimeter wall respects the original architectural style of the neighborhood down to the finest detail, even going so far as to reflect the age of the surrounding buildings. Crossing the threshold into the inner courtyards would surely leave first-time visitors entirely speechless. To passersby, the only hint of what lies within is the spray of lavender peeking out from the rooftop garden above.
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
