We love a white kitchen as much as the next person, but there's a case to be made for moodier palettes in the kitch. Whether you prefer obsidian, jet, or ebony, black can take your cooking space to a seriously sleek level. And obscure any accidental spills and scuff marks. We'd consider that a major win.
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Black & White
Courtesy of Lark & Linen
The exposed brick and reclaimed wood stools helps this ultra-sleek kitchen feel more lived-in and relaxed.
A blackened zinc hood creates an industrial chic vibe set against a backsplash of Fireclay tiles. The hanging pot boosts this vibe while adding some oh-so valuable storage space.
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Lacquered Finish
Maura McEvoy
Polished nickel hardware and a glossy coating boost the drama in this space. If it feels too overpowering for your entire kitchen, confine the gloss to a bar area.
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Ebony Cabinets
Pernille Loof
This kitchen feels light and bright thanks to the white walls. You still get that moody, dramatic feel with a few well-placed black accents, like the cabinets and vintage-inspired canopy hood.
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Onyx Fridge
Trevor Tondro
Forget stainless — onyx panels make this fridge the star of the room. The brass hardware brings out the metallic countertops.
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Gunmetal Tiles
Joshua McHugh
Rich woods dominate this warm New York City kitchen, but they feel modern because of their deeper hues. New gunmetal tile covers one wall, and black dials even replace the Wolf range's trademark red knobs.
A La Cornue range in jet black looks insanely sleek next to copper cookware. The subway tile backsplash adds to the vintage feel.
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Obsidian Backsplash
Victoria Pearson
A sleek stone tile grid provides the backdrop for this California kitchen. It's paired with weathered wood cabinets and a Wolf range.
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Painted Trim
James Baigrie
Black and silver tiles peak out between black cabinetry. The black refrigerator blends in, but the white floor helps keep the space from feeling too monochromatic.