With a striking, bold design that's both sleek and warm, this modern rustic black kitchen is a beautiful example of the best of both worlds. When our client from Wendover approached us to re-design their kitchen, they wanted something sleek and sophisticated but also comfortable and warm. We knew just what to do — design and build a contemporary yet cosy kitchen. This space is about clean, sleek lines. We've chosen Hacker Systemat cabinetry — sleek and sophisticated — in the colours Black and Oak. A touch of warm wood enhances the black units in the form of oak shelves and backsplash. The wooden accents also perfectly match the exposed ceiling trusses, creating a cohesive space. This modern, inviting space opens up to the garden through glass folding doors, allowing a seamless transition between indoors and out. The area has ample lighting from the garden coming through the glass doors, while the under-cabinet lighting adds to the overall ambience. The island is built with two types of worksurface: Dekton Laurent (a striking dark surface with gold veins) for cooking and Corian Designer White for eating. Lastly, the space is furnished with black Siemens appliances, which fit perfectly into the dark colour palette of the space.

HML_Haus M Leipzig

Blässe Laser Architekten bla°

bla architekten / Steffen Junghans
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Leipzig with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and black appliances.

Touch Sochi

PremiumLife

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, beige floor and white benchtop.

Dream Big

Jarrett Design

This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and black benchtop.

AV2035 - matt satin door with ftouchfree anti finger print technology

Hacker Kitchens Calgary

This is an example of a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Calgary with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, blue splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Doake Road, Canterbury

Dimension Building

With its gabled rectangular form and black iron cladding, this clever new build makes a striking statement yet complements its natural environment. Internally, the house has been lined in chipboard with negative detailing. Polished concrete floors not only look stylish but absorb the sunlight that floods in, keeping the north-facing home warm. The bathroom also features chipboard and two windows to capture the outlook. One of these is positioned at the end of the shower to bring the rural views inside. Floor-to-ceiling dark tiles in the shower alcove make a stunning contrast to the wood. Made on-site, the concrete vanity benchtops match the imported bathtub and vanity bowls. Doors from each of the four bedrooms open to their own exposed aggregate terrace, landscaped with plants and boulders. Attached to the custom kitchen island is a lowered dining area, continuing the chipboard theme. The cabinets and benchtops match those in the bathrooms and contrast with the rest of the open-plan space. A lot has been achieved in this home on a tight budget.

Virginie & Laurent - Cuisine rustique

Lily Cuisines & Cie

Photo of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Nantes with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Minimal kitchen design

Gal Mamalya

Sharon Tzarfati
This is an example of a small asian single-wall separate kitchen in Tel Aviv with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

F O N T A I N E

Guillaume Wacgnere

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dijon with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, with island, white floor and grey benchtop.

AV6084 - Embossed veneer door

Hacker Kitchens Calgary

Mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Calgary with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Virginie & Laurent - Cuisine rustique

Lily Cuisines & Cie

This is an example of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Nantes with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Lynwood Barn

Reflections | Studio

This is an example of a contemporary galley kitchen in West Midlands with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, beige splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Интерьер NG

INT2architecture

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Saint Petersburg with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Farmhouse Revisited

Phinney Design Group

Modern farmhouse renovation, with at-home artist studio. Photos by Elizabeth Pedinotti Haynes
Inspiration for a large modern single-wall separate kitchen in Boston with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Echo ЖК"Резиденции Композиторов"

Hamiltoun

Модель Echo. Корпус - ЛДСП 18 мм влагостойкая P5 E1, декор вулканический серый. Фасады - эмалированные, основа МДФ 19 мм, лак глубоко матовый, тон RAL 7016. Столешница - массив ореха 50 мм, покрытие маслом. Фартук - шпон ореха, покрытие маслом. Барная стойка - МДФ с обшивкой пластиком Arpa 0509. Диодная подсветка рабочей зоны. Механизмы открывания ручка-профиль. Механизмы закрывания Blum Blumotion. Ящики Blum Legrabox - 2 группы. Бутылочница. Сушилка для посуды. Мусорная система. Лоток для приборов. Встраиваемые розетки для малой бытовой техники в столешнице gls. Смеситель Blanco FL-06 florentina. Мойка Metra 6 S Compact blanco. Стоимость проекта - 754 тыс.руб. без учёта бытовой техники.

MITON Menta 03

User

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Our Work

Cook Building Center

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall separate kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island and beige floor.

Wybel Lane

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped kitchen in Raleigh with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

All Black Kitchen

Consilium B LLC

ALl Black Kitchen in Black Fenix, with recessed Handles in Black and 12mm Fenix Top
This is an example of a small industrial galley separate kitchen in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, black benchtop and coffered.

Hackney House

APE Architecture and Design Ltd.

Peter Landers
Inspiration for a small transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, a peninsula, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen with Black Cabinets and Timber Splashback Design Ideas

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to planning your kitchen design. Where do you even start? Gathering some inspiration in a photo gallery is always a good starting point, as looking at different kitchen designs often brings up ideas you haven’t even thought of yet.

Browse Photos of Kitchen Designs for Inspiration and Collect Your Ideas

You can browse through photos of all kinds of kitchen styles, layouts and sizes on Houzz to get started before jumping into any design software or contacting a local professional for help. Here’s a few considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen.

1. What Makes a Good Kitchen Design, and Why is it Important?

For starters, you want to find a balance between aesthetics and function. You may have heard of the ‘kitchen work triangle’, which refers to the space between your fridge, sink and stove. You want everything within easy reach when you’re working in the kitchen and look beautiful at the same time. It’s a good idea to take note of both when browsing our photo gallery.

2. Consider Your Space to Determine Your Kitchen Layout

Firstly, consider the space you have, and the limitations that come with it. Do you have a small kitchen and need to maximise your workspace and storage? Can you allow yourself some more space and a big island with seating? Are you designing your kitchen from scratch or renovating an existing design? Which appliances do you already own and what are their measurements? Are there windows you need to take into consideration when planning cabinets? How do kitchen, living and dining areas connect? Depending on your space and needs, you want to use a shape that suits you. U, G, or L-shaped kitchen, with or without island or peninsula? Know your dimensions, plan cabinetry carefully and consider the placement of your appliances. You don’t want to end up with a finished design, only for your significant other to question where the fridge is supposed to go. Consider from the start where your fridge, oven, microwave and sink goes to save yourself from starting again from scratch - remember the kitchen work triangle! You also want to plan the layout of your cabinets. Maybe you’re planning for a pantry and can do with less storage space in your kitchen, so that your design can be one without upper or lower cabinets for a different look. A corner cabinet can be a smart storage solution if you want to keep the look clean and simple.

3. Decide on a Kitchen Style, But Don’t Forget Practicality

You want the style of your kitchen to reflect your personality and taste. We have curated a large array of kitchen styles here at Houzz, from traditional to contemporary to transitional and everything in between. Consider what your cooking style is for a start - Italy is known for its cuisine, so italian kitchen designs are generally popular. Also consider ergonomics - depending on how much time you spend in your kitchen, the height of your counters can make a big difference to your overall health. You also want to consider colour and finishes of cabinets, countertops and splashbacks. Which colour do you want your cupboards to be? Simple, timeless white or rather making a statement in black? Maybe rather a rustic wood? Also consider the colour of your floor - if you have dark floors, you may want to keep cabinets lighter. You could also go for an all-white look and choose black appliances for contrast. Once you know which style you fancy, don’t forget how you will be using the space. You want to keep cooking in mind, as well as how easy to clean and maintain the space will be. How many cooks do you need to accommodate? Do you have kids around? How much storage do you need? Maybe you want to go for open shelves rather than cabinets and allow for easy reach of key items you use when cooking. Again - remember the triangle! Lastly, choose lighting that both enhances the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking performance, providing light in all the right places.

4. Be Conscious of Your Budget

No matter what you plan for your kitchen design, cost is always a big factor. Be sure to plan with your budget in mind. It may make more sense to go for a modular kitchen design rather than custom build. You can save a lot of money if you get at least 3 estimates from professionals before locking in the job. And don’t forget to allow a 20% buffer for emergencies. Once you are ready to hire a pro, our directory will help you find one, no matter where you are. So whether you're looking for an Interior Designer in Melbourne or an Architect in Sydney, you can be sure to find a qualified expert for the job!