ABOUT VINTAGE OAK KITCHEN
Introducing the Vintage Oak Kitchen — a handcrafted bespoke kitchen created by Wood Works Brighton for a luxury new-build home in Sussex. This project reimagines natural materials through a sustainably minded approach: using reclaimed vintage oak to craft a kitchen that feels rooted in history, yet perfectly tailored to modern living.
Designed around the warmth, grain and character of up-cycled timber, this kitchen celebrates imperfection and history — reclaimed oak sourced from old barns and railway sleepers gives the cabinetry a depth of character and a sense of provenance. Paired with contrasting surfaces, the result is a kitchen that feels timeless, rich in texture and unmistakably bespoke.
Rather than opting for off-the-shelf units, this kitchen was drawn, built and installed by hand — every joint, every panel custom made. The living result is a vintage-inspired oak kitchen that marries sustainability with durability, craftsmanship and enduring style.
KITCHEN HIGHLIGHTS
- Reclaimed vintage oak cabinetry — with all the texture, history and authenticity of reclaimed timber, creating natural warmth and character.
- Contrasting surfaces — black granite worktops provide a striking visual balance against the pale tone of the oak, grounding the kitchen in sophistication and depth.
- Bespoke, functional features — including a hidden pull-out trolley beneath the island, combining clever practicality with handcrafted detailing.
KITCHEN DETAILS
- Cabinets: Constructed from reclaimed vintage oak — up-cycled rustic timber originally salvaged from old barns and railway sleepers. This not only reduces demand for new timber, but preserves the character and story inherent in reclaimed wood.
- Island Unit: Birch-ply doors for the island, finished with durable matte Forbo — a material choice that offers resilience and a clean, minimalist counterpoint to the textured oak cabinetry.
- Worktops: Polished black granite surfaces — selected for their strength, timeless elegance, and the deep contrast they provide against the oak cabinetry, emphasising the handcrafted nature of the kitchen.
- Joinery & Detailing: Hand-crafted oak dovetail drawers and carpentry joints, paying attention to fine detail and craftsmanship to ensure durability, longevity and authenticity.
WHY THIS VINTAGE OAK KITCHEN EXEMPLIFIES TRUE BESPOKE & SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
This Vintage Oak Kitchen shows what’s possible when bespoke craftsmanship meets conscious, sustainable material choices. By repurposing reclaimed oak, combining it with durable surfaces like granite and Forbo, and building every element from scratch, we deliver a kitchen that’s not just beautiful — but built to endure.
It’s a kitchen that honors the past, serves the present, and will last into the future. A true bespoke kitchen — full of warmth, character, and mindful craft.
