As part of its new Enable Dark Mode campaign, Blum has launched the ‘Ten Rules of Dark Mode’, a free expert-led guide offering practical advice and inspiration for incorporating black into contemporary kitchen and interior design.
Developed in collaboration with professionals from across the kitchen and interior design industry, the guide draws on their collective knowledge to explore the key considerations when working with darker finishes. From lighting and texture, to balancing black with warmer tones, each contributor shares their own golden rules for achieving a considered and cohesive design.
“We wanted to bring together voices from across the industry to create a resource that offers genuine value to kitchen and interior designers," says Krystyna Threlfall, Marketing Manager for Blum UK. "It has been fantastic to collaborate with so many talented professionals, each bringing their own perspective and expertise to the project.
“Designing with black requires careful consideration, from the way light interacts with darker surfaces to the materials and finishes used throughout a space. By drawing on this collective knowledge, we hope to inspire designers to embrace darker interiors and explore the creative possibilities they offer.”
Contributors to the ‘Ten Rules of Dark Mode’ include:
- Julie Gokce, Senior Kitchen Designer, More Kitchens
- Cassie Jones, Brand Manager, Masterclass Kitchens
- James Mellan-Matulewicz, Creative Interior Director, Bobbi Beck
- Jade Jones, Designer, Et Lorem
- Lucy Darke, Kitchen Designer, Nolte Küchen Nottingham
- Craig Harvey, Business Development Manager, Lorien Interiors
- Adrian Stoneham, Managing Director, Stoneham Kitchens
- Dan Lowe, Owner, Franklin Lowe Property Ltd
- Selena Quick, Founder & Creative Director, PAD
- Matt Cockrem, Designer and Project Manager, Inglis Hall
- Samantha Thompson, Architect & Design Marketing Manager, Blum UK
Among the recommendations, contributors highlight the importance of treating black as an anchor rather than a theme, using warmer tones to soften darker schemes and introducing texture to add depth and visual interest. The guide also explores the benefits of anti-fingerprint technology for maintaining darker surfaces, alongside the use of lighter ceiling finishes to prevent spaces from feeling enclosed.
Each rule is accompanied by expert insight and practical guidance, helping designers make informed decisions when incorporating black into their projects. The launch of the guide follows the introduction of a new eclipse black finish across Blum’s AVENTOS top lift systems, completing its dark range of furnishing solutions and inspiring the brand’s Enable Dark Mode campaign this year.
To download Blum's free ‘Ten Rules of Dark Mode’, visit: https://tinyurl.com/TheTenRulesOfDarkMode
For more on Blum and its products, please visit: https://www.blum.com/gb/en/
