{"id":85205,"date":"2025-08-29T11:06:04","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T01:06:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/?p=85205"},"modified":"2025-09-16T15:34:32","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T05:34:32","slug":"walnut-and-brown-kitchens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/walnut-and-brown-kitchens\/","title":{"rendered":"Trend alert: Walnut and brown kitchens + tips to pull it off"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>I never thought I&#8217;d say the words &#8216;brown interiors are trending&#8217; <em>but here we are!<\/em> Those of us who spent our childhoods eliminating the hangover of the &#8217;80s mission brown trend may have residual trauma about introducing anything brown into their homes. Thankfully the new wave of brown is softer, warmer and complemented with like luxe materials like bronze tapware and handmade tiles. One space we&#8217;re seeing this colour most of all is in the heart of the home \u2014 walnut and brown kitchens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for ideas to create a warm and inviting kitchen, I hope this round up and design tips give you all the inspo you need. It&#8217;s at the request of a reader and if you&#8217;ve got your own design dilemma, let us know by commenting below or emailing us \u2014 many of our best and most popular articles have been requested by YOU!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related article: <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/updating-your-kitchen\/\">12 tips for updating your kitchen: Best cosmetic kitchen upgrades<\/a><br>Related article: <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/natural-stone-kitchen-benchtops\/\">Trend alert: Natural stone kitchen benchtops and splashbacks<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pair-walnut-joinery-with-black-hardware\">Pair walnut joinery with black hardware<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are so many things to love about this kitchen renovation by YDM Studio, especially the sleek black hardware. Adding black accents to a space is like adding punctuation to a sentence \u2014 it just makes sense and defines the space. <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/walnut-joinery-coastal-renovation\/\">Take the full kitchen tour<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Large-corner-kitchen-and-island-in-open-plan-1000x667.jpg\" alt=\"Large corner kitchen and island in open plan\" class=\"wp-image-83809\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Large-corner-kitchen-and-island-in-open-plan-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Large-corner-kitchen-and-island-in-open-plan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Large-corner-kitchen-and-island-in-open-plan-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Large-corner-kitchen-and-island-in-open-plan-629x420.jpg 629w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Large-corner-kitchen-and-island-in-open-plan-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Large-corner-kitchen-and-island-in-open-plan-1068x713.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Large-corner-kitchen-and-island-in-open-plan.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/High-windows-with-shutters-in-kitchen-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"High windows with shutters in kitchen\" class=\"wp-image-83806\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/High-windows-with-shutters-in-kitchen-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/High-windows-with-shutters-in-kitchen-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/High-windows-with-shutters-in-kitchen-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/High-windows-with-shutters-in-kitchen-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/High-windows-with-shutters-in-kitchen-280x420.jpg 280w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/High-windows-with-shutters-in-kitchen-696x1044.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/High-windows-with-shutters-in-kitchen-1068x1602.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/High-windows-with-shutters-in-kitchen-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/High-windows-with-shutters-in-kitchen.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lean-into-warm-and-rustic-vibes\">Lean into warm and rustic vibes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Contemporary design has dominated in Australia for years but across the pond it&#8217;s all about luxe yet rustic farmhouse kitchen vibes. If that&#8217;s more your style, this warm kitchen by Studio McGee is sure to inspire. Shaker profiles, check. Handmade tiles, check. Pot rack, check.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/The-Oaks-project-1000x667.jpg\" alt=\"The Oaks project\" class=\"wp-image-85325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/The-Oaks-project-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/The-Oaks-project-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/The-Oaks-project-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/The-Oaks-project-629x420.jpg 629w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/The-Oaks-project-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/The-Oaks-project-1068x713.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/The-Oaks-project.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Oaks project by <a href=\"https:\/\/studio-mcgee.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Studio McGee<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-add-stone-and-bronze-tapware-for-a-designer-look\">Add stone and bronze tapware for a designer look<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Back on our shores, this latest kitchen project by Kirsty of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/curatd_____\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Curatd<\/a> is one of the best examples of walnut kitchens I&#8217;ve ever drooled over, <em>I mean seen!<\/em> Paired with stone benchtop and backsplash, and bronze tapware by Yabby, it&#8217;s a winning formula. If you love this kitchen as much as us, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.realestate.com.au\/property-house-vic-brighton-148630784\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the home is currently for sale<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"641\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-walnut-kitchen.jpg\" alt=\"Curatd walnut kitchen\" class=\"wp-image-85328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-walnut-kitchen.jpg 641w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-walnut-kitchen-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-walnut-kitchen-280x420.jpg 280w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-walnut-kitchen-300x449.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 641px) 100vw, 641px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Project #10stnins designed by Kirsty @curatd____<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"641\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-bronze-tap.jpg\" alt=\"Curatd bronze tap\" class=\"wp-image-85327\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-bronze-tap.jpg 641w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-bronze-tap-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-bronze-tap-280x420.jpg 280w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-bronze-tap-300x449.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 641px) 100vw, 641px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Looove this bronze Yabby tap | Project #10stnins designed by Kirsty @curatd____<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"641\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-kitchen.jpg\" alt=\"Curatd kitchen\" class=\"wp-image-85326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-kitchen.jpg 641w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-kitchen-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-kitchen-280x420.jpg 280w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Curatd-kitchen-300x449.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 641px) 100vw, 641px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Project #10stnins designed by Kirsty @curatd____<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dip-your-toe-in-with-a-walnut-island\">Dip your toe in with a walnut island<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If the thought of a full walnut or brown kitchen is too much, <em>why not dip your toe in with just a statement island? <\/em>People often ask how to combine different types of joinery in the kitchen and THIS IS HOW! Rather than mixing joinery against one wall, such as overhead cabinets in a different finish, I much prefer the impact of a kitchen island in a different material. It creates the sense of the island being a piece of furniture in the space.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orton_Haus_2.1_Kitchen.jpg-1000x667.webp\" alt=\"Orton Haus walnut island\" class=\"wp-image-85329\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orton_Haus_2.1_Kitchen.jpg-1000x667.webp 1000w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orton_Haus_2.1_Kitchen.jpg-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orton_Haus_2.1_Kitchen.jpg-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orton_Haus_2.1_Kitchen.jpg-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orton_Haus_2.1_Kitchen.jpg-2048x1366.webp 2048w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orton_Haus_2.1_Kitchen.jpg-630x420.webp 630w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orton_Haus_2.1_Kitchen.jpg-696x464.webp 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orton_Haus_2.1_Kitchen.jpg-1068x712.webp 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orton_Haus_2.1_Kitchen.jpg-1920x1281.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This statement walnut island is by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ortonhaus.com\/orton-haus-21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Orton Haus<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-embrace-a-wall-of-walnut-joinery\">Embrace a wall of walnut joinery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can flip that formula and opt for the main kitchen to be in brown or walnut joinery, and for the island to be in a different finish. Kyal and Kara show how it&#8217;s done in their recent duplex project. <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/bay-builds-kyal-and-kara\/\">Take the full tour<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-bench-with-seating-696x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Contrasting dark timber cabinetry in kitchen of Kyal and Kara Bay Builds\" class=\"wp-image-74797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-bench-with-seating-696x1024.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-bench-with-seating-204x300.jpg 204w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-bench-with-seating-768x1130.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-bench-with-seating-1044x1536.jpg 1044w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-bench-with-seating-285x420.jpg 285w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-bench-with-seating-1068x1571.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-bench-with-seating-300x441.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-bench-with-seating.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Island bench in House 2<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"684\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-to-pantry-684x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Dark timber cabinetry integrated appliances of Kyal and Kara Bay Builds\" class=\"wp-image-74798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-to-pantry-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-to-pantry-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-to-pantry-768x1149.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-to-pantry-1027x1536.jpg 1027w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-to-pantry-281x420.jpg 281w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-to-pantry-696x1041.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-to-pantry-1068x1598.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-to-pantry-300x449.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KyalKara_BayBuilds_House2_kitchen-to-pantry.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 684px) 100vw, 684px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">House 2 \u2014 coastal Spanish vibes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-let-your-materials-and-form-steal-the-show\">Let your materials and form steal the show<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I let out an audible &#8216;Wow&#8217; when I saw this kitchen by the incredibly talented Jenn at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.commaprojects.com.au\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Comma Projects<\/a>. It&#8217;s a masterclass in the age old design rule, <em>less is more.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The repetition of curves across the space paired with a harmonious materials palette where walnut cabinetry is stealing the show \u2014 it&#8217;s a combo to die for!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laya-Villa-B-kitchen-1000x667.jpg\" alt=\"Curved doorways and rounded kitchen island\" class=\"wp-image-86159\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laya-Villa-B-kitchen-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laya-Villa-B-kitchen-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laya-Villa-B-kitchen-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laya-Villa-B-kitchen-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laya-Villa-B-kitchen-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laya-Villa-B-kitchen-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laya-Villa-B-kitchen.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beyond divine kitchen by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.commaprojects.com.au\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Comma Projects<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Have you spied any other fab walnut and brown kitchens that should be included in this round up? Share a comment below or email us! I&#8217;d love to keep updating this article with the best inspo!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-more-kitchen-design\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/category\/interiors\/kitchen\/\">More kitchen design<\/a><\/h3>\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Article\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/walnut-and-brown-kitchens\/\" \/>\n<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Trend alert: Walnut and brown kitchens + tips to pull it off\" \/>\n<meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"I never thought I&#8217;d say the words &#8216;brown interiors are trending&#8217; but here we are! Those of us who spent our childhoods eliminating the hangover of the &#8217;80s mission brown trend may have residual trauma about introducing anything brown into their homes. 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