A minimal style combined with a palette of grey, black and silver makes for an effortlessly cool vibe in these kitchens…
NATURAL LIGHT
A black, grey and silver palette will always make a stylish impact. What we’re seeing now in kitchens with darker colour palettes is the commitment to the darker tones. There is less of a reach for brass accents to accentuate the dark cabinetry. People are moving more towards sleek, handless cabinetry, forming a minimalistic look for the kitchen, with simple straight lines and blocks of colour. Natural light is an important aspect in a darker kitchen – that is if you don’t want your kitchen to seep into complete darkness. Having a large window in the kitchen will allow natural light to flood in. www.arenakitchens.com
SERIOUSLY CHIC
Task lighting comes into play in darker kitchens, as does under-cabinet lighting. You can make a serious impact with your light fixtures if they’re acting against a dark background. www.noeldempsey.com
STEEL STYLE
We should always want surfaces that are hardwearing, easy to clean and fuss-free. Stainless steel or metal are great durable materials for someone who loves to cook. A metal splashback or countertop is a clever use of the material as it is hardwearing, heat resistant and hygienic. Placed against a black wall or incorporated throughout the kitchen, it creates a cool industrial-style look, like in this kitchen. The textural element here of the rough, slate, square-shaped tiles take this kitchen to the next level. www.ameldawilde.com.au
STATEMENT RED
Another element to keep a dark and moody kitchen looking stylish and impactful is a statement addition of colour, ie a red chair. Something bold and complimentary against the black, with a texture that works against the floor to ceiling cabinetry, will always give off an air of confidence in design. www.jdkitchens.ie
COOL GREY
This year, it is trendy to place your darker cabinetry against a lighter backdrop. A light quartz or marble will brighten up the shade of grey or black and create a modern minimalist look. Depending on the veining of the slab – it can be a subtle way to add movement and personality to your sleek, streamlined space. www.rhatiganandhick.ie
SLICK APPLIANCES
Nowadays, with modern appliances, it is becoming normal to have a touchscreen on your oven, an app-controlled fridge and a self-ventilating integrated induction hob – to name a few. The integration of these modern appliances make your dark and moody kitchen look even more modern and more dynamic. So that helps. www.siemens-home.bsh-group.com
