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Creative Wood KitchensA full-house fitout delivered with passion and precision, this showpiece kitchen forms the heart of a wider bespoke commission spanning living spaces, bedrooms, bathrooms and more. Designed in collaboration with interior designer Celia Melvin, the result is an entire house tuned to the preference and styling of our clients.
The large, one-wall and island kitchen is built in traditional inframe beaded-shaker cabinetry, painted with a soft light taupe for an airy, timeless feel. Aged brass cup handles, knobs, and exposed butt hinges add a touch of heritage detailing. Calacatta Gold quartz worktops finished with a traditional ogee edge harmonise with the surrounding tones and textures, and is warmly contrasted by a walnut breakfast bar.
The central cooking zone is anchored by a striking French canopy hood and antique mirrored splashback, offering both visual drama and classic elegance. Surrounding this focal point, refrigeration, dry storage, hobs, and ovens are carefully positioned to support fluid, intuitive movement while preserving clean sightlines throughout. At the island’s centre, a traditional Belfast sink is flanked by integrated dishwasher and pull-out bins, streamlining daily use. Instead of hidden behind, the built-in wine cooler is proudly displayed along the front of the island beside the breakfast bar seating, a gentle gesture of hospitality.
An impressive, white-washed natural wood TV unit was made for the living room, kitted with doors, drawers, open-shelving and added bespoke details on the front and cornicing.
Another, larger TV unit was made for the house’s multifunction room. Painted in a sage green, it is packed with storage, and provides desk space to sit for study time or bursts of creativity. Opposite it, coats and boot storage were made in the same colour, featuring hooks, basket drawers, v-panelled backs and decorative wall lights.
Floor to ceiling sliding wardrobes with matching headboards and desks are all bespoke and handcrafted by our team at our workshop, including the cabinetry for the walk-in wardrobes, offering increased storage, better organization, and a touch of luxury to the home.
The vanity units for bathrooms are finished by a delicate distress-painting technique for an alluring finish. A traditional dual lever antique brass tap and small circular undermount ceramic sink from Caple, with stunning ogee edge again for the Calacatta Gold quartz.
Even the laundry room was designed and produced by our team, with its own circular sink and Calacatta Gold quartz, and washing and dryer machine raised at eye level for our client’s convenience.
We are very grateful to be a part of this stunning project, the result of which is a deeply cohesive home where every detail—functional or decorative—is intentionally crafted and seamlessly blended, with timeless character and modern comfort found in every room.
The House ArchitectsKitchen Island with Integrated Dining:
A large central island serves dual purposes:
Worktop and prep area on one side with hob/sink. Extended dining area on the opposite side with seating for 4–6.
Hidden Utility Area:
Seamlessly integrated within the kitchen cabinetry.
Pocket or bifold doors for accessibility without occupying space.
Layout:
L-shaped kitchen with the island positioned centrally.
Tall units on one side house ovens, fridge/freezer, pantry pull-outs, and the hidden utility.
Island faces outward to the living/dining space, making it social and open.
Design Style:
Soft neutral or two-tone palette
Feature lighting above the island
Under-cabinet lighting and integrated appliances for a clean look.
piquThis beautiful luxurious kitchen features dark grey stained herringbone furniture and a matt white kitchen island manufactured by Danish company Boform and the 2 section worktop features a moonrock natural Quartzite and Silestone kensho material from Cosentino.
High spec appliances from Siemens Home and Fisher & Paykel, 2 pocket door sections, a main sink and a prep sink with Quooker boiling water tap complete this gorgeous open plan kitchen space that we absolutely love.
Select Floors and TilesBeautiful "Desert Oak" Laminate Herringbone we supplied and fitted in Cork City Recently. This was done on the first floor of a three story apartment and customer is pricing for second floor since job is completed.
piquThis beautiful luxurious kitchen features dark grey stained herringbone furniture and a matt white kitchen island manufactured by Danish company Boform and the 2 section worktop features a moonrock natural Quartzite and Silestone kensho material from Cosentino.
High spec appliances from Siemens Home and Fisher & Paykel, 2 pocket door sections, a main sink and a prep sink with Quooker boiling water tap complete this gorgeous open plan kitchen space that we absolutely love.
piquThis beautiful luxurious kitchen features dark grey stained herringbone furniture and a matt white kitchen island manufactured by Danish company Boform and the 2 section worktop features a moonrock natural Quartzite and Silestone kensho material from Cosentino.
High spec appliances from Siemens Home and Fisher & Paykel, 2 pocket door sections, a main sink and a prep sink with Quooker boiling water tap complete this gorgeous open plan kitchen space that we absolutely love.
Select Floors and TilesInterior Designer & Homestager, Celene Collins (info@celenecollins.ie), beautifully finished this show house for new housing estate Drake's Point in Crosshaven,Cork recently using some of our products. This is showhouse type J. In the hallway, living room and kitchen area, she opted for "Balterio Vitality De Luxe - Natural Varnished Oak" an 8mm laminate board which works very well with the rich earthy tones she had chosen for the furnishings, paint and wainscoting.
piquThis beautiful luxurious kitchen features dark grey stained herringbone furniture and a matt white kitchen island manufactured by Danish company Boform and the 2 section worktop features a moonrock natural Quartzite and Silestone kensho material from Cosentino.
High spec appliances from Siemens Home and Fisher & Paykel, 2 pocket door sections, a main sink and a prep sink with Quooker boiling water tap complete this gorgeous open plan kitchen space that we absolutely love.
Select Floors and TilesVolcanic Oak Linear Laminate Flooring in Ballincollig, Cork.
Perfect with this newly renovated open plan kitchen and living space.
This plank also has a matching Herringbone.
Creative Wood KitchensA delicate blend of classical revival and modern hardware, this oak and white kitchen is complete with a hidden pantry and a statement island. With brushed brass embellishments and ornate period detailing, master craftsmanship delivers a space fit for royalty.
Natural oak cabinetry is expressed through inframe shaker styling, enriched with soft-close doors, dovetail drawers and ogee skirting plinths. The character oak is elevated by gold-hued highlights throughout: brushed satin brass handles from Crofts & Assinder, a twin-lever Old English brass tap from Bidbury & Co, and the gilded fleurs-de-lis that grace the AGA range’s back guard. Crowning the base units, Calcatta Glow quartz delivers a polished milky white surface with delicate black and gold veining.
The cooking area is framed by a bespoke handmade hood and sweeping curved tall units with discreet spice pullouts, while opposite, the island holds a traditional ceramic Belfast double sink. A concealed cabinet doorway leads into the walk-in pantry and scullery, housing an additional ceramic sink set underneath a 40mm solid oak worktop, alongside a full-height Liebherr Fridge/Freezer and eye-level Neff oven and combi oven. This hidden space also features a floor-to-ceiling wine rack, wicker basket pullouts, and a custom bench seat for practicality and charm.
At the centre, the custom island distinguishes the kitchen as one of a kind. An antique unit is seamlessly scribed into the cabinetry, complete with slatted shelving for wicker baskets on one side, while the other extends into a seating area supported by a carved solid wood pedestal beneath a 60mm quartz worktop with a double ogee profile. Further details—tongue-and-groove panelling, fluted pilasters, carved ball-and-claw feet, and animal motif onlays—enrich the piece with heritage artistry.
The finished kitchen strikes a perfect balance between historic character and contemporary function. Every element is bespoke, every detail considered; the result is a timeless, luxurious interior designed and crafted to reign for generations to come.
Select Floors and TilesFor this showhouse, Celene chose the Desert Oak Laminate in the Herringbone style (it is also available in a matching straight plank). This floor runs from the front door through the hallway, into the open plan kitchen / dining / living space.
For the kitchen splashback, the customer chose the Lume Green [6x24] porcelain tile laid in a herirngbone style.
Creative Wood KitchensThis open-plan kitchen was designed as a vibrant social hub for clients who love to entertain, with kitchen and home-bar functionality delivered with warm, mature and inviting aesthetics.
A contemporary take on classic inframe shaker cabinetry sets the tone for this sophisticated space, all handmade in our workshop and finished in Farrow & Ball’s richly pigmented ‘Studio Green’. The deep, velvety cabinetry is complemented by slim stainless-steel pulls, while the Pearl Jasmin quartz worktops and splashbacks introduce a crisp contrast to the ornate wood accents. Warm-toned lighting softens the hard angles and edges of modern geometry, for a refined yet homely finish.
The L-shaped kitchen wraps effortlessly around a large central island, bringing cooking, cleaning, and storage into one continuous sweep. The island itself doubles as both a spacious prep space and a social centrepiece, with ample seating for quick bites or casual chats. The open layout bridges kitchen, dining, and bar areas devoid of obstruction, offering the fluidity of lounging at the island, fixing drinks, or setting the table—without ever stepping away from the conversation.
The fully bespoke wet bar is finished to match the kitchen cabinetry, and is outfitted with its own sink, wine cooler, and integrated spirit dispenser. Glass-fronted wall cabinets with internal lighting elevate the bar’s elegance, while practical in keeping glassware within reach. The warmth and richness of walnut is thoughtfully used throughout the kitchen—appearing in the open shelving, hand-cut dovetail drawers, bar top, and sculpted dining table—weaving a continuous thread of natural luxury and depth into the space.
Crafted with both performance and presence in mind, with its layered textures and intuitive layout, the space feels as suited to a quiet morning coffee as it does to a full house on a Saturday night.
Expansive Kitchen Ideas and Designs
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