We explore our favourite dark timber kitchens, drenched in a rich chocolate hue.
A timeless statement with the ability to transcend styles, dark timber breathes warmth and tactility into the heart of the home. When combined with solid industrial finishes like concrete and steel, timber has the ability to instantly soften a kitchen space. We’re highlighting rich timber kitchens from across the globe, be they with integrated appliances, bespoke cabinetry or a textural finish; they all share an alluring dark timber palette.
Strandvagen Kitchen by Louise Liljencrantz
Strandvagen by Louise Liljencrantz
Lauded Stockholm designer Louise Liljencrantz has created a sense of homely warmth through her use of dark timber in the kitchen. Here chevron floorboards, floor-to-wall timber cabinetry and a complementary timber dining table soften the island bench and chrome fixtures.
Lysterfield Home by Christine Rose
As the client, designer, stylist and project manager, Christine Rose took a contemporary approach to her custom timber kitchen. Timber veneers frame the back wall and hide an expansive butler’s pantry, highlighted through contrast with the pristine white island bench.
The Food Pharmacy Kitchen by Nordiska Kök
Bespoke Swedish kitchen designer Nordiska Kök designed this kitchen for Mia Clase, a health and nutrition publisher. Clean and streamlined, the kitchen is reminiscent of a classic pharmacy desk. Natural oak cabinetry was used for the generous wooden drawers and open wall-mounted shelves.
Oslo Studio by Askogeng
Askogeng designed their Oslo studio to showcase their custom bamboo kitchens, that are adapted to fit IKEA cabinetry. Simplicity is ever-present in this timber kitchen, with its minimal handles, polished concrete floors and washed walls.
Chloe House by Templeton Architecture
Through a restrained colour palette of grey, timber and black, the kitchen inside Templeton Architecture’s ‘Chloe House’ offers timeless and sophisticated appeal.
Bayside Home by Adam Kane Architects
Melbourne architecture and interior design practice Adam Kane Architects designed this light-filled, north-facing kitchen for a family to ‘grow into rather than grow out of’. Fit with chocolate-brown timber veneer and white marble island bench, it’s the perfect juxtaposition of materials.
A Mid-Century Revival by Studio Prineas
Studio Prineas’ Mid Century Revival kitchen is modern, functional and spacious, nodding to its midcentury roots with walnut joinery throughout. The kitchen balances timber with matt black accents in the cabinetry handles, steel frames and tapware.
Seaside Abode by Norm Architects
Seaside Abode by Norm Architects
Wow! All of the beautiful cabinets with their unique wood grain. I wonder how often these kitchens will need a good cabinet refinishing.