A piece of living art, this spectacular luxury home on the bluffs of Southern California was chosen as the set for HBO’s Westworld Season 3 premiere. The Crescent House was prominently featured in Architectural Digest Magazine in April 2005, and went on sale in 2023 for 20M USD. It was designed by visionary architect Wallace E. Cunningham, a three-time Architectural Digest Top 100 designer, to fully embrace the magnificent ocean views from the wide 74-foot promontory. A unique, crescent-shaped infinity pool and rounded terrace give the property its name, while a large, angular counterpart sets the home aglow with a bewitching multi-sectioned fireplace.
Located just off Neptune Avenue, this sprawling double oceanfront lot boasts a breathtaking ocean panorama. A tiered format and curved concrete walls shield the crescent-shaped terrace and infinity pool from the street.
Constructed with concrete, titanium, and walls of glass, the extraordinary architecture expresses a curvilinear shape across the double oceanfront lot in Encinitas. Architect Wallace E. Cunningham describes his design as a home for all ages, where sweeping ramps allow everyone to get to where they need to be.
The 6,300 sq ft interior features a luxurious living space with a gourmet chef’s kitchen and a bar area for entertaining, plus multiple dining and hosting opportunities. Frameless floor-to-ceiling windows ensure that this is a living room with a spectacular view .
All living spaces are located upstairs, where the panorama can be enjoyed at its absolute best. The master bedroom and spa-like primary bathroom are also located on this level, where they open up to sparkling ocean vistas.
Raw concrete and titanium give the home interior a modern, industrial aesthetic. Large, roaring fireplaces create a cozy appeal.
Multiple sitting areas and eating areas are set up in front of the ocean panorama to take advantage of every angle. Dining chairs are upholstered in varying shades of gray and white to break up the expanse of furniture.
The crescent-shaped infinity pool embraces a sociable, circular terrace area, which is furnished as an outdoor living room and dining room.
The living areas are shaded by a large concrete overhang, which frames a wide ocean view. Modern chaise lounges are positioned out in the sunshine to catch some rays.
A large balcony with glass balustrades overlooks the crescent pool.
Another wide balcony looks out over the main terrace at the rear of the property, which soaks up fabulous sunsets.
The property contains four bedrooms and five bathrooms. There is an entirely separate guest suite that is accessed via the rear patio.
are teamed with dining tables and coffee tables along the edge of the property to maximize outdoor coastal living.
Steel fins construct awesome outdoor fireplaces on two sections of the patio, creating a disconnected wedge of flame from front to back.
A long outdoor dining table forms a formal al fresco eating area on the terrace. Lush green lawns unfold behind the outdoor dining room to create a fresh backdrop.
Glass balustrades almost disappear from view, giving the rolling waves full exposure.
A maple and steel kitchen features a cascading arrangement of countertops at varying heights. A breakfast bar is arranged upon an angular peninsular, where it looks out upon the ocean.
A walk-in wardrobe is uniquely shaped by the curvilinear concrete architecture. Wooden wall shelves skim the smooth perimeter.
The entire side of the building dissolves in favor of frameless glass.
The roof overhang provides shade from direct sunlight.
An extraordinary spiral staircase rises through the home. Steel treads clasp the main column like metal vertebrae.
Jute rugs offset the cool metal staircase design with natural tone and texture.
The side of the building is partially cloaked in steel columns that block out the neighboring house while still allowing daylight to enter.
Simplicity rules across the interior of the home. Lines are clean and sharp. Bespoke furniture items feature intriguing angles that always direct the eye toward the view.
The separate guest suite follows the same industrial concrete decor scheme as the main house. Steel doors hide away murphy beds. Edge-to-edge windows break open the front of the suite, connecting it with the terrace.
The bedrooms in the main house are connected to the terrace in a similar way. Stepping stones make a smooth pathway over a graveled border.
An Eames chair and footstool make a stylish reading spot next to a bedroom window.
A plush bedroom rug softens the decor scheme. An end of bed bench adds a moment of warm wood tone, while pale bedside units meld with the concrete wall.
In this bedroom, blue decor accents honor the coastal location. A blue bed throw and blue accent cushions match the spellbinding horizon.
In another bedroom design, a bed runner introduces a rich brown accent, which complements a soft, beige shag rug. Wall-mounted steel bedside units add metallic shimmer on either side of the room.
A modern console table supports a bedroom TV.
Bathrooms on the property are succinct and stylish. Here, a convex bathroom mirror complements the curves of an elliptical vanity unit and two modern wall sconces .
A linear layout shapes this bathroom design, where a custom-made concrete countertop coordinates with concrete wall render.
The primary bathroom on the upper floor features a sunken bathtub design, which disappears into the tiled floor as a triangular cutaway.
Industrial concrete interiors are loved for their bold and raw aesthetic but they can appear a little on the cold side. In this home visualization by Igor Sirotov , vivid yellow accents bring a powerful warmth to the cool industrial palette. These bright bursts of color come in the shape of woven area rugs, which also bring intricate patterns like an enormous lace. The interior is warmed further by elements of light, natural wood tone, which builds the kitchen and covers the floors. In the kids’ bedroom, we discover a whimsical world of giant flower sculptures that pop up around the perimeter, making the inhabitant feel as small as an ant in a bed of daisies.
A bright yellow living room rug blasts through the cool concrete lounge. Its intricately woven design creates a lacy, floral pattern against the wood flooring.
The open-plan kitchen is accessed via a roughly chipped-away concrete archway. Light wood-tone cabinets build a warm vignette beyond.
Modular sofa components are arranged around a wide concrete column design, which melds the bold structural element with the homely layout.
The sofa modules are positioned to engage with all aspects of the home. They face into the main living space to create a sociable, conversational setting and also out towards the view. Huge glass sliding doors adjoin the living space with a wide balcony area.
A large dining room is bathed in natural light from tall, dual-aspect windows. The wooden dining set matches the honey-toned wood flooring. Gray seat upholstery matches the concrete surroundings.
On the balcony, outdoor sofas gather around a TV set for when the city view is no longer enough. Their gray colorway sits peacefully against the concrete screed.
A cheerful yellow outdoor rug adds a blast of color to the outdoor living space. A wooden coffee table completes the sunny aesthetic.
A windowless home workspace is illuminated by a seamless lightbox effect. A bespoke desk is integrated into a wall of dark wood bookshelves and storage cabinets. An ergonomic swivel chair adds a fresh white accent.
Wood planking is applied to the wall opposite the bookshelves to create balance.
There is a concrete bar constructed at the back of the living room, completely separate from the kitchen. This multifunctional bar area can be used for casual dining, sociable drinking, or as an open-plan workspace.
A linear pendant light illuminates the full length of the concrete island. A rough, freeform edge gives the long bar a relaxed, rugged appearance.
Behind the concrete bar, a wall of wooden panels conceal wine storage and a wet bar.
Wood sliding doors draw closed across the kitchen archway to seal in cooking smells and sounds.
Inside the kitchen, a central island houses the kitchen sink. The other end of the kitchen island features a breakfast bar countertop extension.
Modern kitchen bar stools seat two people at the concrete countertop.
Kitchen appliances and storage areas are completely hidden from view behind floor-to-ceiling wood panels.
The concealment cabinets make the kitchen appear pristine when opened up to the main living space.
Inside the first luxury bedroom , another stunning yellow, woven rug lays a floral pattern beneath the bed.
The upholstered bed tones softly with its gray perimeter. A wooden headboard introduces a warmer shade.
Uplighters illuminate the textured concrete wall decor.
The bedroom rug serves as the focal point for the room, with all other decor elements kept low-key.
The kids’ bedroom is a whimsical space, filled with enormous daisy sculptures. The flowers spring up joyous silhouettes around the soft tufted bed and the hard concrete perimeter.
A beige column matches the playful daisy sculptures, which makes it appear as part of the giant flower bed.
Wood planking is applied to the headboard feature wall and the ceiling, achieving one continuous wraparound.
One corner of the bedroom is fashioned into a cozy reading nook with memory foam rugs and tufted poufs .
Small floor lamps create a warm ambiance.
More modern floor lamps and tufted poufs accessorize the large dressing room in the master suite. A lacy yellow rug spreads a floral pattern across the concrete floor. A tensioned closet system divides the dressing room from an ensuite bathroom.
A full-length mirror slots into the concrete ceiling, where it is subtly lit around its edge by warm white LEDs.
More LED light strips cut around the perimeter of the walk-in wardrobe, and thread into the ensuite bathroom.
A concrete vanity unit crosses a mirrored wall, which causes a deep optical illusion.
Wooden benches sparsely furnish the expansive industrial-style bathroom.
A narrow shelving tower is recessed into the rough, concrete wall. LED backlighting provides a warm glow.
A freestanding bathtub is tucked around the corner, where it benefits from a clear view of the cityscape.
The guest bathroom is a windowless room. Concrete uplighters provide a moody glow that dramatizes the rough concrete elements.
A concrete bathroom basin makes a smooth contradiction to the rugged concrete countertop.
The wall-mounted bathroom faucet protrudes from a frameless vanity mirror.
Backlit shelving brightens a large shower area in the kids’ bathroom.
Dual shower heads are fitted into a dropped ceiling panel.
Perpendicular planking creates an attractive floor design in the hallway of the home.
On the apartment floor plan, we can observe how the layout creatively navigates several structural columns.
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
