Beautifully Restored Oriental Furniture
Oriental furniture brings together function, heritage and a distinct visual character shaped by centuries of design. At Kayu Home, we specialise in sourcing and restoring original pieces from across Asia, with a strong focus on Chinese furniture. These items, whether painted or left natural, offer a unique alternative to mass-produced storage or display furniture. They are selected not only for their condition, but for the strength of their design and the craftsmanship that lies beneath the surface.
Furniture in the oriental style often features clean lines, balanced proportions and subtle detailing. Pieces such as a Chinese cabinet or a traditional console table are usually constructed using solid wood, with joints fitted by hand rather than with modern fasteners. Over time, these structures have proved both durable and versatile, allowing the furniture to move easily between uses and rooms. From hallways and bedrooms to dining and living spaces, oriental furniture continues to offer a stylish, elegant and practical solution for contemporary homes and interiors.
Vintage Oriental Furniture
Our selection of oriental furniture includes cabinets, low tables, storage trunks and carved panels. Many pieces have been restored to preserve the original colours and finishes, while reinforcing the structure so they can be used confidently. Where paint is present, it may be original or reapplied using traditional methods. The same goes for Chinese lacquer, which is applied in layers to protect the wood and add a smooth, tactile surface. Lacquer finishes often show small irregularities or areas of wear that reflect the history of the piece and are left in place to maintain that link with its past use.
A hand-painted cabinet or chest can provide an eye-catching focal point in a room. Many of these items would have originally been used to store clothing, documents or ceremonial objects, and their decorative surfaces often feature floral designs, birds or symbolic motifs. These are applied using brushes and stencils, with age and handling adding their own softening effect. These painted surfaces are typically sealed during restoration to help protect them, without losing their aged patina.
When selecting oriental furniture for your home, it helps to think about how the piece will be used. A Chinese cabinet, for example, can work well in a dining area to store tableware or glass, or in a bedroom as a wardrobe or linen cupboard. A console table may sit just inside the front door, offering a place for keys, post or lighting, while also providing a visual anchor. These pieces tend to be slim in profile, making them ideal for hallways and landings where space is limited.
Our Range of Chinese Furniture
Chinese furniture, in particular, is known for its strong yet simple aesthetic. Doors and drawers are often framed with minimal mouldings, metalwork is kept to a functional minimum, and decoration, where used, tends to follow a restrained pattern. These features make the furniture easy to pair with more contemporary pieces or to sit alongside reclaimed wood furniture with similarly natural finishes. The look is unfussy, the feel is honest, and the impact is lasting.
In addition to cabinets and tables, our collection includes occasional items such as stools, small cupboards and painted boxes. A vintage coffee table, adapted from an older piece or repurposed from a lower cabinet, can make a solid and characterful addition to a sitting room. These tables work particularly well when paired with natural fabrics, neutral walls and flooring that allows the aged wood to stand out. Their worn surfaces and traditional joints bring both depth and strength to spaces that favour natural materials.
Asian furniture is often made from timbers that are no longer widely used in modern production. These include elm, pine and poplar, each with a distinctive grain and tone. At Kayu Home, we focus on pieces made using reclaimed wood or original antique timber, which helps reduce demand for new raw materials and supports a more sustainable approach to interior design. Restoration is carried out by skilled craftspeople in small workshops, using traditional tools and techniques. This ensures each item retains its handmade quality and structural strength.
Kayu Home: The Home of Oriental Furniture
When you choose oriental furniture from Kayu Home, you are investing in a piece that has already proved its durability, that has been restored with care, and that supports a way of working based on craft, reuse and attention to detail. Stock is updated regularly, as new items arrive and are restored. Because each piece is individual, availability changes often, but we can assist with sourcing if there is something particular you have in mind. Whether you are looking to furnish a full room or add a single accent piece, oriental furniture offers a balanced and considered way to bring form and function into your home.
At Kayu Home, we believe in the value of pieces that have history and purpose. Our collection of oriental furniture reflects this approach: thoughtfully made, restored with care, and ready for use in today’s homes.
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