Kitchens with exposed concrete surfaces take centre stage in this lookbook, which includes homes in Mexico, Japan and Ireland.
Concrete is a ubiquitous material in architecture, but it is less commonly used in interiors ? particularly in residential spaces such as kitchens.
However, its durability and impermeability make it an ideal surface material for cooking and food preparation, while its raw aesthetic can create a striking backdrop for dining and entertaining.
This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive. Other recent editions showcase airy balconies, marble bathrooms and gallery interiors.

Photo by Toshiyuki Yano
House in Jiyugaoka, Japan, by Airhouse Design Office
Airhouse Design Office created this kitchen as part of its renovation of an apartment for a fashion fanatic in Nagoya, Japan. Like the rest of the home, the kitchen's walls, floor and ceiling have been stripped back to expose the concrete beneath. While some areas were left with chipped edges and plaster, others have been polished for a smooth finish.
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Photo by Daniela Mac Adden
Casa H3, Argentina, by Luciano Kruk
This open-plan kitchen and dining room sits on the ground floor of a holiday home by architect Luciano Kruk in Mar Azul.
Blending seamlessly into the home's concrete structure, it features geometric shelving and kitchen counters that extend from the walls and floor. Its industrial look is complemented...