Sustainability has been THE buzz word of the past few years and manufacturers have been under increasing pressure to reduce the carbon footprint of the products that they bring to market. Using recycled materials is one way that they have sought to do this. But one company has taken this in a very unexpected direction by producing a kitchen made…
By Stacey Sheppard
Created for the Brera Design District Fuorisalone 2012…, which took place at the end of April, this stunning kitchen creation is the result of a collaboration between two Italian brands that share a mutual respect for innovation, research, design and attention to detail, without forgetting the values of tradition and heritage.
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By Stacey Sheppard
The role of the kitchen in our homes has changed dramatically over the years. What used to be a space simply used for food preparation has now become the hub of the home. Today, cooking is accompanied by a greater variety of activities such as entertaining, socialising, dining, working, laundry etc. As our use of the kitchen has changed, the…
By Stacey Sheppard
Kitchens… are one of the hardest places in the house to keep tidy. They are constantly in use and no sooner have you cleaned up, washed the dishes and put everything away, another meal comes round and the cycle starts all over again. Then there are all the appliances and gadgets that you use regularly so you need them close
By Stacey Sheppard
In recent years, we have seen a rise in the popularity of home interiors deemed to be following the trend for ‘Industrial Chic’. Those who have opted in to this trend have given their homes a distinctly industrial feel through the use of more industrial materials such as cement and metal which may not necessarily have been used in traditional…
By Stacey Sheppard
Designed by Marc Moreau for French kitchen manufacturer Arthur Bonnet, the Attitude kitchen… is contemporary design that uses wood in a modern way, whilst paying tribute to traditional French cabinet making techniques. Made from bright ash, with its light and vibrant grain, the material choice is less predictable than more traditional oak. Ash has a strong personality and is
By Stacey Sheppard
We received a press release about a practical do-it-yourself kit that helps you install a mosaic backslash in your home the easy way. Here is the information we were sent: “The DIY Network Backsplash Kit is an innovative ready to use tile kit for home improvement. The kit, focused on the remodeling of the kitchen backsplash, includes all the tools…
Vipp is renowned for its iconic dustbins, which it has been producing since 1939. However, the Danish company has now become synonymous with quality products for the kitchen and bathroom. In a recent move to expand its product portfolio, Vipp launched one of its most sensational product-developments in the form of a radical reinterpretation of the kitchen….
By Stacey Sheppard
Italian design is synonymous with style and this kitchen by Italian manufacturer Cesar is certainly not short on style. Kalea…, as it is called, breaks away from more traditional kitchen layouts and creatively redefines sizes and dimensions. It features doors of different heights and widths, alongside versatile, dynamic open storage units, all of which help to create a contemporary
By Stacey Sheppard
Making a statement in the kitchen can be done in numerous ways but cooker hood manufacturer Elica… has found a unique way to bring a breath of fresh air into the heart of our homes. Combining efficiency, innovation and design, the Italian company has produced an extensive range of unique and eye-catching cooker hoods that feature cutting edge technology making
By Stacey Sheppard
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