Into the GROOVE

It’s a testament to this wonder material that we’re still whittling wood in exciting new ways. This sleek idea borrows from the beautiful vertical lines of Japanese and Scandinavian design, with simple bar handles and dividers to grant a sense of depth and solidity. A first glance suggests slim individual slats placed in perfect alignment, but it’s all courtesy of straighter, narrower grooves than the curved indentations found in fluted wood. The result is orderly, yet organic, and works best when left to shine against a muted backdrop.

‘Vertical’ stained ash cabinet fronts, plinths, sides and handles in ‘Umbar’ to fit Ikea ‘Metod’ units, £2,758, Superfront (superfront.com). Worktop and splashback by Herrljunga Terrazzo (terrazzo.se). ‘All Wood Stool’ by Karoline Fesser, £385, Hem (hem.com). ‘Hanging Lamp No.2’ by Muller van Severen for Valerie Objects, £700, Viaduct (viaduct.co.uk)