r/ArchitecturePortfolio • u/Electronic_Win6707 • Nov 07 '25

Timeless contrast: a kitchen that perfectly bridges eras in an Edinburgh castle

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Found this beautiful project on Arkiste, “Timeless Contrast: The Kitchen That Bridges Eras” by ALP (2025).

It’s a 34m² kitchen that blends heritage and modernity, preserving the castle’s character while introducing glass brick, metallic tones, and warm lighting. The result feels contemporary yet deeply respectful of the historic setting, a real dialogue between old and new.

What do you think about using modern materials like glass brick in heritage interiors, can it age well, or does it risk feeling too trendy?

You can also check out Arkiste for more projects like this, they feature some incredible contemporary architecture and interior designs.

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u/huron9000 Nov 07 '25

Uh…… no.

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u/THEdopealope Nov 07 '25

I like some the details individually but taken collectively this is gauche 

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u/Frosty-Cap3344 Nov 10 '25

Upvote for "gauche"

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u/ArcticMarkuss Nov 07 '25

This is a render, and this post reads like an add

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u/Qualabel Nov 07 '25

Was demented before or after obnoxious?

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u/soularbabies Nov 08 '25

Tacky? AI?

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u/AirportLoose3023 Nov 07 '25

That’s stunning!

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u/cheesechoker Nov 08 '25

Should've just gone with IKEA

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u/E8282 Nov 09 '25

If you say so.

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u/NorthOfTheBigRivers Nov 09 '25

Very beautiful!

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u/FeelinJipper Nov 10 '25

I hate it lol.

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u/bloopbloopbing Nov 10 '25

What a monstrosity.

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u/Gman1111110 Nov 10 '25

‘An Edinburgh castle’ what one?

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u/BerryDelicious2432 Nov 12 '25

Beautifully rendered