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Grove Park
by Naked Kitchens

Grove Park

by Naked Kitchens

Shortlisted: Bespoke Cabinetry/Installation Award

The International Design & Architecture Awards 2026

Naked Kitchens

Naked Kitchens has completed a modern minimalist kitchen that demonstrates how streamlined design can remain warm, welcoming and highly functional. Combining dark stained walnut with the brand’s signature Wild Heather finish, the bespoke project creates a calm living kitchen where carefully concealed storage and intelligent planning allow the space to transition effortlessly between everyday family life and entertaining.

The brief challenged Naked Kitchens to design a kitchen that integrated seamlessly with the home’s existing architecture while delivering generous storage and an uncluttered aesthetic. The clients wanted a room that could almost disappear when not in use, blurring the boundary between a practical workspace and a relaxed living environment. In response, Naked Kitchens created a fully handleless design where the cabinetry itself becomes the architectural feature.

One of the defining elements is a bifolding pocket door system that conceals the ovens and larder storage. When closed, the cabinetry presents a clean and uninterrupted appearance, while opening the doors reveals a fully equipped preparation area. Push to open refrigeration and dishwasher units maintain the uninterrupted lines, while oversized drawers, bespoke inserts and tailored dividers ensure every item has an organised place.

A concealed pocket door leading to a dedicated wine and baking room is another standout feature. Finished in earthy tones with the soft green Asparagus colour, the hidden room extends the functionality of the kitchen while preserving its serene appearance. This clever solution reflects Naked Kitchens’ commitment to designing spaces around the way clients genuinely live.

Naked Kitchens
Naked Kitchens

To prevent the minimalist scheme from feeling austere, Naked Kitchens balanced precision with warmth through tactile materials and soft forms. Taj Mahal quartzite worktops sit above rich walnut cabinetry and Wild Heather finishes, while layered lighting enhances the natural textures. A curved cantilevered island softens the room’s architectural lines, creating a welcoming focal point. The completed project proves that thoughtful craftsmanship, concealed functionality and carefully selected materials can transform a minimalist kitchen into a characterful, practical and beautifully refined living space.

Photography: Malcolm Menzies

Naked Kitchens has been shortlisted for Bespoke Cabinetry/Installation Award in The International Design & Architecture Awards 2026.

Naked Kitchens
Naked Kitchens

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