Commit to a moody all-black room withblack paint,cabinets, andappliances.

Or opt for subtle pops of black to bring contrast and add definition to lighter kitchens.

Check out these stylish kitchens for inspiration on how to make a black kitchen work in your home.

Black kitchen with wood cabinets and marble-top island in middle

The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto

White walls andgold accentskeep it feeling light, while a brick arched opening adds a rustic touch.

Matte and Glossy Finishes

In an all-black kitchen, mix finishes to add variation and dimension.

Black and Yellow Kitchen

Heat up a neutral black kitchen with colorful accents.

black tudor home kitchen

Mary Patton Design

The terracotta brick floor injects a sense of coziness to the sleek modern space.

A partial backsplash composed of hexagonal wood tiles complement the Danish modern dining table.

The wall behind the standalone oven is covered in graphic black-and-white tile that highlights the ceiling line.

kitchen with black cabinets and walls with white counter tops

deVOL Kitchens

Black Granite Sink

Red Cottage Chroniclesrefreshed a neutral white andgray kitchenwith a matteblack sink.

The apron front basin is a granite composite.

The slick,black countertopis quartz.

rustic black farmhouse kitchen

Ashley Montgomery Design

The gray kitchen island brings contrast.

The brass globe pendant lights illuminate the work area.

The result is a thoroughly modern, black paneled cooking space.

black kitchen with brick wall and black light pendants

Sean Carlson Perry

The white kitchen island is topped off withCarrera marble.

To save a little money, the client went with a butcher block countertop against the back wall.

For contrast, the shelves, backsplash, and countertops are natural wood treated with a water-repellent sealer.

DIY black kitchen with checkered floor

No Glitter, No Glory

Matching black metal pendant lights define zones, while black hardware helps to unite the space.

One houses ahome bar, while the other provides extra storage to keep the space clutter-free.

Silver toned and stainless steel appliances keep the space feeling cool-toned and sleek.

black kitchen in white open concept home

Trevor Brown Architects

Black metal bar stools, accessories, and artwork on and around the peninsula create a coordinated look.

A white tile backsplash with dark grout ties the look together.

A pair of industrial black pendant lights anchor the peninsula seating.

black and wood kitchen with industrial accents

Bailey General Contracting

The kitchen hardware echoes the window trim and black dishware and accentsdisplayed on open shelving.

Contrastdark cabinetswith white shiplap walls, natural wood accents, and white quartz countertops for a balanced feel.

A black-framed paned glass door is painted black for a cohesive look.

geometric black and white kitchen

Space Craft Joinery

A black metal and glass partition wall creates separation without blocking views or light.

Under-counter lighting creates an ambient glow.

The warm bronze finish catches light and adds dimension to the mix of pitch black and walnut wood cabinetry.

black kitchen with light colored wood accents

Maureen Karsenty

Discreet silver-toned cabinet pulls and plumbing hardware and a black-and-silver stove complete the streamlined, modern look.

Black upper cabinetry includes open shelving to display plants and copper accessories to keep it from feeling too heavy.

Black cabinetry hardware ties the space together.

black kitchen with black cabinets

Jessica Helgerson Interior Design

Painted black lower cabinets and a built-inbanquettemake the space feel grounded.

A black island, range, range hood, and countertops give the room a dark base.

White base cabinets, window trim, lighting, and hardwood flooring lighten up the look.

modern yellow and black kitchen

Atticus & Milo

A black vintage-style wire dish rack hung on the wall stands out against the white vertical shiplap walls.

A trio of striking black pendant lights with a gilded interior anchor the large kitchen island.

Silver-toned appliances and hardware complements the gray flooring.

black and blue kitchen

Black Lacquer Design

Is a black kitchen still in style?

Black kitchens are always in style.

This timeless color choice will ensure that your kitchen outlasts trends.

black kitchen cabinets in white neutral kitchen

Nicolaj Bo

What color walls look good with black cabinets?

you could pair any color wall with neutral black cabinets.

Black cabinets will also pair easily with gray, beige, or taupe walls.

diy black plywood backsplash in kitchen

Stylizimo

Or go for a dramatic all-black look with black cabinets and walls.

What are the disadvantages of a black kitchen?

Black kitchens look great but can present certain disadvantages.

black modern kitchen with teal ceiling

Francois Guillemin

black kitchen appliances

Erin Williamson Design

Black sink in modern farmhouse kitchen

Red Cottage Chronicles

pitch black kitchen with small pendant lights

BTL Property London

Kitchen with pitch black accent wall

The Vawdrey House

retro black kitchen with red accents

Kandrac Kole

neutral kitchen with black cabinets

Fawn Interiors

black enclosed kitchen with wood counter

Ban Architecture

black kitchen corner banquette

Alvin Wayne

black kitchen cabinets

Michelle Berwick Design

black kitchen dining room

Mary Patton Design

kitchen with dropped black ceiling

Brophy Interiors

black kitchen with patterned tile floor

Fantastic Frank

black kitchen island

Desiree Burns Interiors

black and white kitchen

Whittney Parkinson Design

small black kitchen

Brexton Cole Interiors

black kitchen butler’s pantry

Whittney Parkinson Design

contemporary black kitchen

Michelle Boudreau Design

black open plan kitchen

Desiree Burns Interiors

modern black kitchen

Jessica Nelson Design/Carina Skrobecki Photography

black kitchen accents

Alvin Wayne

black eat-in kitchen

Fantastic Frank

black kitchen with brass accents

Leclair Decor

black kitchen with lighted cabinets

Leclair Decor

black and copper kitchen accents

Michelle Berwick Design

L-shaped black kitchen

Fantastic Frank

black shaker cabinets

Leclair Decor

black kitchen countertops

Brexton Cole Interiors

black countertops with gold sink

Brexton Cole Interiors

minimalist black kitchen

Erin Williamson Design

black white and wood kitchen

Design byLiving With Lolo/ Photo byLife Created

black apartment kitchen

Fantastic Frank

black kitchen with walnut cabinets

Leclair Decor

all-black kitchen

Fantastic Frank

open plan kitchen with black accents

Michelle Berwick Design

black apartment kitchen

Alvin Wayne

black metal kitchen accents

Michelle Berwick Design

u-shaped black kitchen

Home Consultant

minimalist black kitchen cabinets

deVOL Kitchens

half black kitchen

Becca Interiors

black kitchen tile

Jessica Nelson Design/Carina Skrobecki Photography

kitchen with black accents

Erin Williamson Design

black kitchen with brick floor

True Home

blue black kitchen

Ashley Montgomery Design

black Ikea kitchen cabinets

Hannah Tyler Designs

black kitchen ceiling

Mary Patton Design

black and gray kitchen

Margaret Wright Interior & Lifestyle Photographer

black subway tile kitchen backsplash

Erin Williamson Design

Open floor plan with black kitchen cabinets

Maite Granda

White and black kitchen

Cathie Hong Interiors