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Creative Wood KitchensAt once dramatic and disciplined, this sophisticated kitchen blends the depth of burnt timber and movement of swirling stone with a functional clarity that keeps the space sharp, clean, and refined.
Dark charred wood dominates the space; its warmth and drama refined into the clean-lined geometry of lay-on slab cabinetry. Deeply rich and exciting stonework commands attention as the island’s worktop, cascading in a waterfall edge, then reappearing within the cabinetry as both surface and backsplash. Minimalist hardware in brushed brass and thin vertical rows of warm cabinet lighting bring lightness to the darkness, while visually marrying the grounded timber to the fluid energy of the stone.
Along the one-wall layout, a large integrated fridge-freezer blends seamlessly into the cabinetry, while twin Neff ovens are set flush at counter height to preserve the clean, uninterrupted lines. Full-height pocket doors conceal and reveal countertop appliances and dinnerware, leaving them out of sight but always within easy reach. On the island opposite, an undermounted sink with Quooker tap is paired with a discreet flush-mounted hob, while the extended worktop provides a welcoming zone for casual dining.
The standout quality of this kitchen lies in the tactile contrast between the charred wood finish and the hypnotic stone worktop. The cabinetry’s deep, textured tone provides a grounding backdrop, while the stone’s swirling ribbons and colourful webbing introduce movement and intrigue. Together with the floor-to-ceiling windows which floods the space with natural light thus illuminating the materials, they create a striking balance of earthiness and artistry, making the kitchen as much a gallery of materials as a functional space.
The result is a kitchen of dark modern sophistication with an organic edge, where bold choices in materiality interplay amidst a highly functional space. It is at once dramatic, composed, and undisputedly luxurious.
Carton InteriorsA contemporary kitchen with green cabinets in slab door and with brass profile gola channel accent. Worktops in calcatta gold quartz. Flooring in large format tile and rich engineered hardwood.
Creative Wood KitchensThis stunning Schüller German kitchen merges convenience with refined style, combining muted tones with vibrant accents and human-centric design to create a definitively contemporary space.
Push-to-open and soft-close cabinets in Lava Black Matt line the back wall, while base units with grip ledges finished in Crystal White Glassline define the island and peninsula. Grey and white Formica worktops are as durable as they are elegant, while the solid oak breakfast bar and dining bench introduce warmth and natural character. Mirrored plinths lend a sense of weightlessness to the cabinetry, while grip-ledge lighting illuminates the contents of the drawers beneath and accentuates the kitchen’s modern contours.
Bi-fold wall cabinets with frosted glass fronts run above the long picture window, which has been built at a height allowing the countertop to run flush into it. The kitchen is equipped with numerous high-performance appliances: a Quooker tap, KitchenAid stand mixer, Neff oven and combi oven, Neff stovetop with both gas and ceramic hobs, and a Smeg American-style refrigerator, each positioned for ergonomic efficiency.
The pantry offers generous countertop space and abundant food storage within open shelving, its v-grooved panelling, bespoke solid oak crates, and chopping boards providing warmth and texture. In the utility room, raised washing and drying stations make laundry effortless, featuring thoughtful details such as pull-out drawers for laundry baskets and separated open compartments for depositing darks, colours, and mixed clothing.
From breakfast rushes to evening gatherings, this kitchen’s thoughtful design adapts modern convenience to everyday rituals, without sacrificing its elegant and sophisticated aesthetic
Contemporary Kitchen Ideas and Designs
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