![A modern kitchen with black cabinets and wood accents, has a white countertop that transforms into a desk, TV stand, and window bench.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-kitchen-wood-black-white-countertop-170321-1215-01.jpg)
FIGR Architecture Studio has designed a modern home for a family of five in Ascot Vale, Australia, that includes a clever kitchen design.
The kitchen has a large island, black cabinets, wood accents, and black penny tiles, however, it’s the countertop that caught our eye.
![A modern kitchen with black and wood cabinets, a penny tile backsplash, and a white countertop.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-kitchen-wood-black-white-countertop-170321-1215-02.jpg)
The countertop continues on from the kitchen and transforms into a small desk area.
![A modern kitchen with black cabinets and wood accents, has a white countertop that transforms into a desk, TV stand, and window bench.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-kitchen-wood-black-white-countertop-170321-1215-03.jpg)
From the desk, the countertop drops down to become a stand for the TV in the living room. The penny tile backsplash from the kitchen also continues and creates a backdrop for the TV, helping it blend into its surroundings.
![A modern built-in tv stand with a black penny tile backdrop, transforms into a daybed by a window.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-wood-black-white-window-bench-170321-1215-04.jpg)
Continuing further, the white surface lines the corner and transforms into a daybed, with pillows adding comfort.
![A modern kitchen with black cabinets and wood accents, has a white countertop that transforms into a desk, TV stand, and window bench.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-wood-black-white-window-bench-170321-1215-05.jpg)
A large pivot window extends the daybed into the rear yard to transform the window into a seating and reading platform.
![A large pivot window extends a daybed into the rear yard to transform the window into a seating and reading platform.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/black-white-wood-house-exterior-large-window-170321-1216-06.jpg)
![A large pivoting wood framed window.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/black-white-wood-house-exterior-large-window-170321-1216-07.jpg)
Let’s take a look at the other areas of the home…
The front of the home has a white exterior that matches the white picket fence, while a large black-framed window protrudes away from the house.
The architect explains the inspiration behind the home, “The project takes inspiration from its surroundings and context and reinterprets its findings through a contemporary take on a traditional Victorian elevation, resulting in a considered outcome and street integration.”
![The front of the home has a white exterior which matches the white picket fence, while a large black-framed window protrudes away from the house.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/black-and-white-house-exterior-170321-1216-08.jpg)
![The front of the home has a white exterior which matches the white picket fence, while a large black-framed window protrudes away from the house.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/black-and-white-house-exterior-170321-1216-09.jpg)
Inside, wood-framed windows and doors, as well as the wood flooring, add a natural element to the mostly white interior.
![Inside this modern home, wood framed windows and doors, as well as the wood flooring, add a natural element to the mostly white interior.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-dining-room-wood-window-frames-170321-1217-10.jpg)
Black accents continue throughout in the form of lighting, furniture, decorative items, accent walls, and door frames.
![Black accents continue throughout this modern home in the form of lighting, furniture, decorative items, accent walls, and door frames.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-open-plan-dining-room-170321-1217-11.jpg)
A colorful surprise is included in the home in the form of a deep green carpet that travels up the stairs and into the home office.
![A colorful surprise is included in this modern home in the form of a deep green carpet that travels up the stairs and into the home office.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-home-green-carpet-wood-accents-170321-1217-12.jpg)
The home office has a desk that lines the angled window and overlooks a small courtyard.
![A modern house with a home office that has green carpet and a desk that lines the angled window and overlooks a small courtyard.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-home-green-carpet-wood-accents-desk-home-office-170321-1217-13.jpg)
The large sliding window, together with the skylight, ensures that plenty of natural light filters through to the interior.
![The large sliding window, together with the skylight, ensures that plenty of natural light filters through to this modern home interior.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-home-green-carpet-wood-accents-desk-home-office-170321-1217-14.jpg)
The black accents continue through one of the bathrooms, with a black mirror/vanity surround and a black-lined shower niche.
![This modern bathroom has a black mirror/vanity surround and black-lined shower niche.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/black-white-wood-bathroom-design-170321-1217-15.jpg)