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Creative Wood KitchensThis contemporary-country kitchen blends warm natural materials with timeless rustic finishes, balancing practicality with charm to create a modern yet inviting heart of the home.
An in-frame design with beaded shaker doors, the tall and wall units are painted in a soft cream that reveals the subtle wood grain beneath, while the base units are crafted from rich character oak. Polished old English brass hardware complements the cabinetry, with crisp white worktops that wrap around the space and rise into a modest upstand for a clean, elegant finish.
At the centre, a functional island provides ample preparation space and doubles as an informal dining spot for up to four people. The layout is anchored in an efficient working triangle with food storage, cooking, and cleaning zones kept within a tight circle, without disrupting the natural flow between adjoining rooms. A window seat offers a relaxed nook for reading or simply enjoying views of the rolling countryside beyond.
Oak cabinetry and floating shelves lead the eye upwards, where matching exposed trusses and hayloft-style doors accentuate the vaulted ceiling, lending the kitchen a dramatic sense of height and scale. Subtle tongue-and-groove panelling and classic cornicing add layers of texture and craftsmanship, reinforcing the blend of modern function with traditional character.
The result is a kitchen that feels spacious, welcoming, and full of personality — a celebration of natural materials and thoughtful design, combining rustic charm with everyday usability.
Hand Built DesignsBespoke kitchen design, manufacture & installation project in contemporary rural Irish dwelling. Photos by Mark Hand.
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