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What do you think of using black color for a kitchen? It would not be my first choice of color, but after seeing these images, I have to admit that black can work very well for the kitchen and not just for a living room!
In the kitchens featured here, designers used black for tiling, cabinetry, wall paint or accessories. Enjoy the tour!
PHOTO: www.cliqstudios.com/mission-kitchen-cabinets
This black and glossy finish on the cabinets allows a stylish contrast with the matte granite countertop and the brushed steel handles.
PHOTO: www.hkw-p.com
It’s always a matter of contrast with black color: this kitchen looks discreet with this quiet arrangement of cabinets and backsplash. The central painting is enhanced by the dark surrounding color.
PHOTO: www.whirlpool.com
Here only the appliances have a dark finish and they match the flooring for a contemporary and dynamic look.
PHOTO: www.kuche-cucina.com
Same goes here with all the kitchen cabinets are in a black semi-matte wooden material, contrasting with countertop, white walls and flooring tiles. The results is a sleek and air design.
PHOTO: www.renovationdesigngroup.com
Black helps also to bring the spotlight on accessories, just like for this modern industrial kitchen. The accent is put on light fixture, faucet, stools and ceiling.
PHOTO: www.whimages.blogspot.com
This attempt is more of a classical approach, with a subtle twist. The open black cabinets show a nice contrast with white porcelains and appliances.
PHOTO: www.PhilKeanDesigns.com
Black is a neutral color that can enhance many aspects of the architecture. Here, the black cabinets create a path to better integrate the kitchen in this open living space.
PHOTO: www.kitchendesigns.com
Welcome in a world of contrasts! Black is here to frame the appliances and cabinetry of this semi-professional kitchen.
PHOTO: www.normalprojects.com
Here the black island is a natural extension of the floor that creates an echo with the window framing that add rhythm to this lofty interior.
PHOTO: www.affectingspaces.com
This “chalkboard” wall is a good way to introduce balance between white and surrounding greenery. The look is definitely modern yet playful.
PHOTO: www.bunkerworkshop.com
Black can become a structural element, flowing from the walls to enhance the architecture, then taking place on the kitchen counter and sink in a stylish way.
PHOTO: www.abramsonteiger.com
The countertop is the real central element in this picture. Black cabinetry is here to support it in a sober way.
PHOTO: www.avaloninteriors.com
This black glossy kitchen countertop and cabinets help the orange accents to better integrate the overall color scheme of this loft.
PHOTO: www.chrdauer.com
This kitchen illustrate a well known principle in interior design: a bit of black helps to add deepness and balance to a color scheme. Here we’ve got the windows framing, countertop and shelves fixtures that play that role.
