Black kitchens may seem taboo or like a bad idea but in reality they can be quite chic, unique and completely swoon-worthy. Whether you go with a monochromatic scheme or pair this deep neutral with another tone, you may be surprised to find out how beautiful they can be and how these 20 black kitchens below will change your mind about using dark colors inside the home!

Black & Wood

This black kitchen is paired with a lot of wood accents and we’re loving the rich and masculine energy that it’s giving off. Just make sure to have a source of natural light to create an opening.

Black & Victorian

And here we have an all-black kitchen that’s highlighted by feminine, Victorian accents. From the shine to the chandelier, there’s something womanly and simply chic about this entire design.

Black & Farmhouse

You can even pair black with your farmhouse kitchen. Just look at this glimpse into a kitchen that combines country vibes with texture and a deep, silky black foundation.{found on apartmenttherapy}.

Black & Light

Black works great when you have a space that’s full of square footage and natural light. It will make the room look bigger even with the use of the dark tones but also provide a bit of drama too.{found on theworkspdx}.

Black & Brass

There’s something so quaint and perfect about this tiny peek. From the black cabinetry that really sets the tone to the room to the brass hardware, it’s a thoughtful combination of design styles.

Black & Youth

To have a black kitchen you don’t have to have the entire kitchen dipped in black, instead it can just set the tone while the white or stripes compliment it – like you see here. It’s such a happy and youthful energy!

Black & Floor

Maybe you should set the tone using a part of the room that isn’t focused on as much. A painted wooden floor – in black – will pop and make a statement unlike any other flooring option.

Black & Eclectic

Keep your black cabinets grounded and then your open shelves up top. You’ll create a gorgeous foundation and a way to style it to your liking – in a personalized and eclectic way.

Black & Contrast

Contrast lots of black with … white! But do it in a way that fits your personality or the family’s style. Make it a bit less dull by contrasting a lot of different textures as well.{found on stephanechamard}.

Black & Minimal

To up the “modern” notches to your design, go with a minimalistic feel. This will set off the lines and neutral tones in a way that makes everything look a bit cleaner and more sophisticated.

Black & Future

There’s something really futuristic, fun and forward-thinking about this kitchen. We’re loving the black and iron combinations and the industrial accents as well.{found on renovationdesigngroup}.

Black & Narrow

Don’t be afraid to use black in narrow or smaller spaces – as long as you have the lighting to balance the darkness. It’ll become a comfy, cozy spot to be in when done right.{found on douglasdesignstudio}.

Black & Tradition

Your black kitchen can be as traditional in feel and in style as a simple, white kitchen can be. Just look how beautiful those classic cabinets are in black!{found on site}.

Black & Cozy

One may not think that wood works with black but, in fact, it can cozy up a modern, chic design in an instant making it a more welcoming space – like you see here with the floor.{found on thegoodguys}.

Black & Free

There’s something really freeing about this kitchen, so make sure when deciding on your kitchen renovation you realize that darker, deeper tones can have that same light and breathy air about it.{found on txconstruct}.

Black & Edge

We’re loving this edgy and artistic black kitchen. Filled with subway tile, industrial pendant lighting and black cabinetry, you’ll wow yourself with its design everyday when you walk in for breakfast.

Black & Color

You should really think about what you put on your shelves, especially with some open cabinets, because it can make or break the theme and vision you’re going for. The pops of color here play well with the black scheme.{found on archiblox}.

Black & Innovation

Just because it’s a kitchen doesn’t mean you can’t be completely unique and innovative with your styling ideas. This space combines so many different themes of interior design: classic, contemporary and rustic too.

Black & Drama

Here’s a kitchen that shows how dramatic and rich an all-black kitchen can truly be. It will never go out of style – black never does – and neither will the sophisticated lines of the space.{found on dlccorp}.

Black & Forward

Black can be the perfect foundation to a fashion-forward space full of style and modern design. We love how “bachelor-pad” like this space feels but also how upscale and beautiful it is too.