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Contents
July 2014. Issue 167
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24 32 44 56
10 NOTEBOOK 44 HOME RUN
Ideas and inspiration from the world of design Linear thinking for a minimal straight-edged
kitchen design
17 THINK TANK
Our monthly industry update bringing you the latest events, opinions 46 SOFA SO GOOD
and online talk from around the kitchen and bathroom sector An elegant new bath design from Meneghello Paolelli
20 SHOWING OFF 48 VARIETY SHOW

This month’s spotlight on some of the best kitchen and There are plenty of highlights throughout this large
bathroom showrooms whole house refurbishment, but its contrasting
bathrooms really shine
24 HOME FROM HOME
We asked British-based firms for their take on why ‘Made in 54 COMPACT COOKING
Britain’ matters – and what UK businesses could be doing to An idea for a small but perfectly formed kitchen
make even more of their home-grown pedigree
56 MAY DESIGN SERIES 2014
32 FRONT RUNNER Some selected highlights from the three-day
The Dressage bathroom console by Graff London exhibition of all things interiors
36 SELLING SPACE 64 KBSA

The fine art of showroom design Why the importance of the humble sink should
not be underestimated
42 SILVER SERVICE
Yogesh Dhokia celebrates 25 years as manager at 74 DESIGN INSPIRATION
Poggenpohl’s Norman Glenn showroom in North London Tony Nicholas on an aircraft like no other
DISTINCTLY PLANE
Perfectly flush, stylish steel sinks
www.abode.eu
New Connekt Flushfit & Inset Sinks
- trade prices from £75
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Editor’s
Letter pg 09
designer team
July 2014. Issue 167
Clara Perry Jo-Anne Wright
Managing Director Managing Editor
Daniel Holliday Toby Waltham

Sales Executive Group Sales Manager
EDITOR Martin Allen-Smith

01803 226146 | martin@propub.co.uk
MANAGING EDITOR
Jo-Anne Wright | 01787 221396
Welcome to the July issue of

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ART DIRECTOR Lee Thomas
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GRAPHIC DESIGNER Laura Perry
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ver the course of the year, we devote many pages of
MANAGING DIRECTOR Clara Perry
our magazine to the latest new kitchen and bathroom
01787 221401 | clara@propub.co.uk
creations from around the world, with products
PA TO MANAGING DIRECTOR
from Italy and Germany often – and justifiably so – Diana Szpytma | 01787 221274
grabbing the headlines. Well, this month we look a little closer diana@propub.co.uk
to home and ask some of the most successful UK manufacturers MARKETING MANAGER
in the industry for their take on what makes British design Katharine Sheppard | 01787 221278
special, and how firms in this country can do more to harness katharine@propub.co.uk
the international demand and respect that it holds. GROUP SALES MANAGER
Toby Waltham | 01787 221275
Of course, there is also room to talk about some fascinating toby@propub.co.uk
new designs from elsewhere too, with yet more inspiring ideas SALES EXECUTIVE Daniel Holliday
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Notebook
Ideas and inspiration from the world of design 10
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Colourful
Cooking
Britannia’s Colourange cooker finishing service allows
Hinge Benefits
Matki’s new Boutique Walk-In with Hinged Panel
combines the popular option of doorless entry with a
you to splash out and create a totally unique range specially designed hinged panel. The panel can be moved
cooker such as the Jackson Pollock inspired design through 180 degrees, making showering easier and
shown on the Wyre duel fuel twin oven. reducing splashing outside of the enclosure.
Britannia Living | www.britannialiving.co.uk Matki | www.matki.co.uk
STYLISTIC
SYNERGY
The Limehouse kitchen by
Neptune combines the modern
industrial look of aluminium
and chalked oak worksurfaces
with the more traditional neutral
hand-painted Lily colour.
Neptune | www.neptune.com
www.designerkbmag.co.uk
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Keeping
it Simple
Simple is a new range of sanitaryware created
by fashion and interiors designer Ben de Lisi
for Abacus. The contemporary range features
a ‘nanotech’ coating for easy cleaning and the
collection includes a wall-hung basin, back-to-
wall and wall-hung WCs and a wall-hung bidet.
Abacus | www.abacusdirect.co.uk
Blanco’s new Yova

XL 6 S sink and
BLANCOYOVIS-S mixer
tap in white. The tap is
controlled from the side
and is available in
chrome and a choice
of ‘Silgranit’ finishes.
Blanco | www.blanco.co.uk
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Notebook
Take to
the Floor
Kaldewei has launched its new Scona floor-level
shower surface. Made from 3.5mm steel enamel,
the new Scona features a central circular waste set
within the square or rectangular surface.
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Kaldewei | www.kaldewei.com
Turning Up
the Heat
The Luminist cooking system from Beko features
efficient direct flame burners and ‘Smart LED’
indicators for an easy visual reference to the heat level.
Beko | www.beko.co.uk
The Convivio kitchen from Alpes-Inox has

been created with interaction between the
cook and their guests in mind.
Designed by Nico Moretto, it consists of

a large single wooden surface on which
is mounted a stainless steel worktop with
a built-in induction hob featuring four
heating zones, plus a small bowl sink. The
CONVIVIAL COOKING
lower part of the island – also in stainless
steel – has a front section equipped with a
drawer for cutlery and two sliding shelves.
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Think tank
Our monthly round-up of industry news,
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Consumers Wash
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and Go Large
the latest industry news, product
launches, opinions and job
opportunities.
Recent features include: the savings

consumers can make by replacing
Washing machines remain one of the most consistent performing markets within the home appliance their old appliances; the growing
sector with value sales increasing 2% for the period May 2013 – April 2014 says Daniel Fearnley, UK demand for timeless tiles; and John
Lewis explains the background
Lead for Home & Living at market research firm GfK.
to the John Lewis of Hungerford
Total value sales are edging up towards £950m as the movement towards bigger capacity products business in the latest Q&A.
continues to drive growth. Washers with a capacity of 7kg are now the most significant segment with
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value sales accounting for a third of the total market. The greatest uplift however is coming from the for the latest new websites,
8kg+ sector which enjoyed growth of nearly 30% over this period. showroom openings, product
launches and upcoming events.
The extra capacity has helped consumers reduce the number of washes per week, lowering both the
time spent on household chores and the cost of their energy bills. For washer dryers, the larger drum
sizes have enabled both the washing and drying functions to be more economical and efficient. Value
sales have increased 4% on the year as a result and they now account for 14% of total sales. With
house prices on the rise and property sizes dwindling, 2-in-1 products such as washer dryers are also
being seen as a space-saving option.
K&B Showing at 100%

A number of kitchen and bathroom brands those already confirmed to exhibit. Designer
have confirmed their attendance at 100% Kitchen & Bathroom magazine will once again
Design which takes place at London’s be taking part in the show, which takes place
Earl’s Court in September. 17-20 September 2014. This year marks the 20th
edition of the event.
Zucchetti/Kos, Keramag Design, DuPoint
Corian, HI-MACS, Piqu, Teuco, Porcelanosa 100% Design |
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PEOPLE
Appliance brand Britannia Living has

appointed David Murray as New Business
Development Manager. Murray’s role will
see him manage the company’s retail In what is Designer’s one and only World
partnerships in the Home Counties. Cup reference (which is a measure of
some impressive restraint on the part of
our Editor!), Smeg has introduced two
Blanco has promoted Simon Hart to
the new role of Head of Sales. He takes special edition FAB5 minibar fridges
responsibility for the sales team along emblazoned with either the Brazil flag or
with the multiple retailers, independent the English St George’s Cross.
retailers and key accounts.
Smeg UK | www.smeguk.com
Susann Ullrich has been appointed
Business Support Director at Kitchens
International. Ullrich has been with the
company for 10 years and has previously
been General Manager. SAVE THE DATE
New Designers 2014
Aqualux, part of the Fetim Group, has
appointed Fleur Fowler as National Part II: 2-5 July 2014
Specification Manager. Fowler, who Business Design
previously worked at Grohe and Porcelanosa,
will be tasked with increasing business with Centre, Islington
architects, interiors designers, hotels and
high-end new build projects. www.newdesigners.com
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Q – How do you recruit the right design talent for your business?
Chris Leighton, Director, PHS Bathrooms, Milton Keynes: With incredible difficulty. The
KBB sector is fantastic once you commit to it. That is the hardest part. Selling toilets isn't
exciting but creating and planning space on behalf of clients is rewarding and fulfilling.
Sales people want instant recognition and reward for their efforts and that takes time as the
average bathroom project can take up to two years to complete from the customer’s first
initial thoughts to final ordering and completion. Finding candidates that want to stay the
duration are few and far between. We are constantly looking for more people to join our team
and grow the company together.
Julie Stevens, Sales Designer, Hale and Murray, Poole: It is not easy. I think you can
attract decent staff but the problem nowadays, is keeping them. Holding on to staff in this day
and age is difficult. I have seen CVs with a long list of employers written down. This was seen
as a bad thing when I started work, now it seems it’s the other way round. It is a tricky one.
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Showing off
Our monthly showroom spotlight…
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Waterworks
US luxury bathroom brand Waterworks order finishes. As well as the studio

has opened its first UK showroom at a space, the top floor also shows a wide
prime location in Chelsea. The 3,700 range of surfaces to complement all
sq ft space features a selection of the the fittings and fixtures.
brand’s products across three floors.
“We are excited to share our
The new space has been designed unique points of view on design,
to cater for industry professionals craftsmanship and service with
as well as consumers, and includes potential clients in London and
a studio space on its top floor for beyond,” says chief executive
designers and their clients to come Peter Sallick. “For decades we
and work at their leisure. have evolved what I think is the
most comprehensive and detailed
The showroom features both classic assortment of products in the world
and contemporary ranges of bath across all elements of bath design.
and sanitaryware as well as taps and We have assembled from scratch an
fittings, tiles, lighting and accessories. approach that enables our clients to
On the basement level, there are have the very best experiences they
a dozen tiled vignettes that help are seeking for their projects.”
customers visualise baths, showers
and hardware whilst on ground level, “I am looking forward to building great
a plumbing wall highlights the variety relationships in this city and can’t wait Waterworks | 579-581 King’s Road, London,
of styles and displays several special to see the reaction to our showroom.” SW6 2EH | www.waterworks.com/london
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Designworks
Designworks Tiles’ new St John of the Queen merged with the iconic
Street showroom launched during tumbling blocks pattern.
Clerkenwell Design Week with a
series of events including seminars, Another highlight is the 15 metre
a catwalk show, and tile hand painting. colour wall that spans the length of the
showroom. Filled with more than 900
Visitors to the showroom found a different tile samples, the wall forms a
number of interesting features, from a spectrum of colour alongside neutrals.
colourful tiled arch ‘waterfall’ window
feature that gives the impression Designworks Tiles is the contract
of tiles cascading in a spectrum of division of tile manufacturer
colour. Other features of the launch Original Style.
included five large concept panels
portraying ideas of ‘Image’, ‘Trends’, Designworks Tiles |
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the water jet cut likeness of a Picasso London, EX1M 4NU |
painting and mosaic representation www.designworkstiles.com
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Rich Shore, Design & Project Tim Powell, International Design

Manager, Utopia Bathrooms Director, Bathroom Brands
British design is steeped in history and Design and material performance
a fondness for nostalgia. Everywhere we shape our lives today perhaps
look, in all areas of design, words like more so than at any other time in
‘vintage’, ‘retro’ and ‘period’ are linked history. Today’s design is about
to our nation’s historic passion for style refining the experience, rather
and engineering. We are constantly than solving a problem.
re-inventing and reviving the products
and themes of our past, allowing us to British design principles have been
evolve but maintain a sense of heritage. shaped by the two world wars, Victorian inventiveness
and their huge advances in engineering and product
Made in Britain is a globally respected label, trading development facilitated by a wealth of natural resources like
off the rest of the world’s passion for all things British. clay, water, coal, and steel. But possibly the most compelling
From Wills & Kate to Jaguar Land Rover, British brands driver for the great British design we enjoy today is the
and styles are hugely sought after. unerring British desire to improve one’s lot!
Our own domestic market is going through a big revival with British bathroom product design builds on a back catalogue
a great resurgence of home grown design and manufacturing. of wonderful innovations from every era in the last 150 years;
As a nation we are only just coming out of a very tough today we have the luxury of designing to improve the feel, the
economic period where all sectors were affected. This comfort, and the aesthetic. British consumers also demand
period has made the average consumer more discerning resource-savings initiatives and technologies that enhance
and savvy, with a desire to buy British and reinvest in our lives but nonetheless these are luxuries, luxuries that
our own industries rather than cheap imported product. resonate with many countries across the globe.
The quality and passion of British design and manufacturing Arcade, our new luxury brand, demonstrates the creativity
is already there, we just don’t sell it well enough. It needs and quality that can be achieved with British design. It’s a
shouting from the rooftops and then the market will follow. currency that can be used internationally.
Home
Utopia Bathrooms | www.utopiagroup.com Bathroom Brands | www.bathroombrands.com
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from Home
Despite the presence in the market of highly influential players from across Europe, Britain
retains a proud tradition of design and manufacturing in the kitchen and bathroom sector.
We asked some British-based firms for their take on why ‘Made in Britain’ matters – and what
UK businesses could be doing to make even more of their home-grown pedigree…
David Osborne, Managing Director, Roman has capitalised on the fact that the Made in
Roman Showers Britain logo not only appeals to the UK market but it is
British manufactured products are also seen as a major selling point in Commonwealth
increasing in popularity due to their countries and other key international markets.
trusted quality, specific sizes and tailored The commercial benefits of UK manufacture are
made products to the UK market – and now increasingly compelling and must be embraced
the excellence of their after sales and clearly communicated by manufacturers. The
and customer service. People are balance has now shifted firmly back to the UK
keen to buy products they know are and needs to be capitalised upon.
made in the UK to support the
design, skills and craftsmanship which strongly exist here. Roman | www.roman-showers.com
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Tony McCarthy, Commercial Britain’ products and philosophy in every area of business
Director, Crown Imperial and wider community. It’s all about flying the flag for
British design sets itself apart by British design and capitalising on every opportunity and
thinking much more ‘out the box’ creating collaborations with complementary brands.
with well thought out and executed
concepts that balance form and Crown Imperial | www.crown-imperial.co.uk
function in equal parts.
The ‘Designed/Made in Britain’

label is more than just a label and can
be best described as a hallmark for high quality product,
with many British consumers in the last decade wanting
to buy local and buy British. It is still a crucial USP for
export markets – a British-made product is held in high
regard for its quality, longevity and design. For almost
seven decades, our success has been built on offering high
quality British made products, researching adapting and
developing to market conditions whilst delivering
the highest level of customer service.
In terms of exports we have already achieved great

success in Scandinavia and over the last decade, we have
built a strong network across Norway. Our British heritage
and high quality products go hand in hand and are very
much sought after in residential and contract markets.
Manufacturers should continue to champion the ‘Made in
Denver Hewlett, Chief Executive, to consider applying to the Made in Britain Campaign to
Glen Dimplex Home Appliances use the marque. Consistent use of the marque is important
The UK has a wealth of creative talent, for consumer recognition, but it’s also important for
supported by a strong education brands to take ownership of the marque and celebrate
system which includes some of the their own ‘Britishness’ whilst using it.
best university design courses in the
world. British design is about designing
exceptional products with character and
Glen Dimplex | www.glendimplex.com 25 pg
solving problems beautifully.
We were proud to be one of the founding members of

www.madeingb.org, a campaign to promote the use of a
marque to help identify British-made goods. Being part of the
campaign has yielded results for us both domestically and
overseas. At home, retailers have reported increased sales
of our products as a result of our appliances being clearly
labelled as Made in Britain and supported by POS materials
promoting our UK manufacturing credentials. Overseas, the
impact has been even more dramatic. In the last 12 months,
export sales have increased by 45%, totalling an impressive
£8.5m, against £6.2m in the previous year.
It is important that manufacturers join the ground swell of

support for the Made in Britain campaign. There is strength
in numbers, so I’d urge anyone who is not already a member

Ann Onions, Sales and Marketing

Manager, Westin
As the only UK manufacturer of cooker
hoods, Westin is committed to 360
degree all round perfection across
design, performance, and service. With
the ‘Made in Britain’ tag comes a certain
level of expectation for us; we are selling
on home turf, so every aspect of what we
offer has to be the best it can possibly be.
We also feel a responsibility to British manufacturing

and other British manufacturers – it’s almost as if we are
part of a really important group and that means we have a
commitment to lead the way in quality and expertise. We like
to see other British manufacturers in the industry shouting
about British manufacturing too. We are proud of it and we
genuinely believe it to be a key selling point for Westin.
We hear that customers feel more confident using a British

manufacturer to deliver a quick and efficient after sales
service and care. Being British and selling at home means
we can develop relationships with customers more easily –
customers call Westin and can just quote their name, no need
for account numbers, because we work on a ‘small enough to
care’ basis to give the best of British customer service.
Westin | www.westin.co.uk
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Adrian Stoneham, Managing Director,

Stoneham Kitchens
British design is an industry with a long
and rich heritage. From craftsmanship
to technology to materials and service,
products designed and made in Britain
are renowned for being of high quality.
The Designed/Made in Britain label
sets Stoneham Kitchens apart from
competitors, because customers trust
in our products. We find a lot of our consumers like the
fact they know exactly where their furniture is coming
from. They can even visit our on-site showroom to see
where their kitchen is being made. There are lots of ways
British businesses can derive benefit from their heritage
by celebrating the big milestones and getting the public
involved. For example, we celebrated our 150th anniversary
in May by hosting an art and design competition for local
schools in the London boroughs of Bexley and Bromley.
We also have a display stand at Grand Designs Live every

year, as it’s a great event to exhibit the latest innovations in
British kitchen design and manufacturing. Also, be inspired
by Britain when it comes to branding. Many of the ranges in
both the Heritage and Avant Garde collections are inspired
by places near our factory, which is based in Sidcup, Kent.
Our two new ranges, which were launched in May, are called
Bewl and Neame after local areas.
Stoneham Kitchens | www.stoneham-kitchens.co.uk

Francis Cunild, Managing Director, unpredictable UK water pressure and from the
Matki Showering shower enclosure perspective, keep water inside the
With Britain having entered the shower instead of risking a flood.
shower market relatively late
compared to the US and the continent, For Matki – with its own UK product design team and UK
it is perhaps surprising that British manufacturing base – the interest and consumer trust in
designs are now leading the way. British Design/Made has hugely benefited us.
We have a huge selection of British
designed and made products, from the Carrying a ‘British Designed and Made’ sticker is not always
very minimalist to opulent traditional. sufficient – it is the combination of design, quality and
customer service which helps to underpin and grow the
Being designed and made in Britain means a tremendous consumer trust in British design and manufacturing.
amount. Not only will the designs suit the current UK
trends but the products will work efficiently with the Matki | www.matki.co.uk
Simon Collyns, Marketing and Export

Director, Symphony Group
Designing kitchens and bathrooms
for the British audience is challenging
but ultimately very rewarding as we
are passionate about being a British
manufacturer. All our kitchens and
bathrooms are manufactured in South
Yorkshire and we are continually
investing in new manufacturing
processes to make sure we stay ahead of the game.
Consumers nowadays are more aware of the origins of

their products which have given added importance to
a ‘Made in Britain’ label, both for domestic and export
markets. There is resurgence in demand for British made
and manufactured kitchens and bathrooms, with retailers
wanting more and more POS materials that highlight a
product’s heritage. This could be something as simple
as our Made in Britain flag that we have added to our
brochures or just ensuring that our retailers have the
knowledge to talk about where a product is made.
Britain is now once again gaining a reputation for high quality

craftsmanship and attention to detail not just in kitchens
but in other areas such as car manufacturing. In addition, we
are now starting to lead the way both in design and product
innovation which is rivaling our European counterparts.
Symphony | www.symphony-group.co.uk
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“It is the combination of design,
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quality and customer service

which helps to underpin and grow
consumer trust in British design
and manufacturing”

Jamie Telford, Director, Roundhouse

Brits are unafraid to innovate.
Designers understand their customers,
in particular, how to future-proof their
kitchens. As British designers and
manufacturers, we can be more flexible
and responsive and we don’t impose
‘design’ – we have a time-honoured,
honest craftsman’s approach to
manufacturing which is very
much in the British tradition.
The Designed/Made in Britain term is very important. More

and more clients want to be able to say that their kitchen was
designed and built in Britain – we are renowned for our great
design, high standards, attention to detail and great customer
service. Consumers are more aware of their carbon footprint, and
would prefer to buy locally when possible, particularly from a
company like ours with good green credentials including a tree-
planting scheme. Premium brands like ours benefit greatly from
being designed and made here – and there are many other good
examples such as Ercol, Aston Martin, Nyetimber and Silver Cross.
British design and manufacturing is the best in the world and

British companies really should be shouting about
what they do. We are practicing what we preach and
sponsoring a student to attend the new kitchen design
degree course at Buckinghamshire University together
with a placement here at Roundhouse with
a view to a permanent position.
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Graham Jones, Sales and Marketing

Director, Mereway Kitchens
British kitchen design has come
a long way since the flat pack days
of the 70’s and 80’s and is now firmly
established as leading the way in
Europe in terms of innovation and
style. For some, a clean cut, well-made
German kitchen would still be top
of their wish list but whilst you
can be assured that a German kitchen will be well made,
it is a homogenous offer that will function well but not
necessarily inspire. Italian design is often regarded as the
one to inspire but it cannot compete with British design
when it comes to practicality and function.
What sets British design apart is the attention to detail ‘If I know that a product is made in Britain I would believe
and the additional iconic features that provide individuality. it to be of good quality’. We are proud to be a British
At Mereway, we believe that the Made in Britain label is manufacturer and utilise the Made in Britain mark on
extremely important and has become more so in recent all of our marketing material. We maintain a substantial
years. The patriotism we have experienced with last design department in-house and work closely with our
year’s Queen’s Jubilee, the 2012 Olympics and the retailers to ensure that the design features in our
royal baby have certainly played a contributing factor. products are being presented to the consumer.
There is also research that supports our view that consumers We must build on the strength of feeling for British design
respect the Made in Britain label and will pay more for it. and all British manufacturers could do more to keep raising
One of the latest surveys from Make it British found that awareness and talking about what makes British design great.
43% would definitely pay more for a product made in
Britain and 60% of respondents agreed with the statement Mereway Kitchens | www.merewaykitchens.co.uk

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Richard Moss, Head David Dare, Managing Director,

of Communications, Shaws of Darwen
Mark Wilkinson Furniture As a British manufacturer, the odds
I would say that we are, quite naturally, are stacked against us in terms of cost.
among the most practically creative Hence we focus on ultimate quality,
countries in Europe, probably due to our manufacturing flexibility and strength
rich cultural diversity, stretching back of brand and we need the strongest
at least 2,000 years. What we could be team to deliver that – our staff are
doing is recognise and celebrate our ‘simply the best in the world’.
skills in design and applaud the work of
British named designers, rather than giving value to a French, Shaws fireclay sinks have been manufactured in England for
German or Italian name, just because the name has a more 116 years. The classic styling of Shaws sinks is not and never
glamorous ‘ring to it’ and is better marketed. has been based on the whim of the ‘fashion of the day’. Its
hallmark is timeless, the highest quality combined with form
Anyone not sure of this should consider our lead in the and function. The original Belfast sink is still significantly
‘creative’ industries, the world-leading musicians, actors, popular with sales continuing to grow and Shaws remains the
novelists and playwrights that hail from this country and, in premier manufacturer of this product.
engineering, the creators of the most competitive vehicles in
the world, the Formula One cars. Even the German Mercedes The ‘Designed/Made
and the Austrian Red Bull are designed and made in England. in Britain’ label is
Only Ferrari has its home factory elsewhere and I heard very important for us.
recently that it was seeking to employ an English designer. The cachet of ‘Made
in Britain’ has always
British design isn’t just at a higher level than the been a sign of quality,
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rest... it is on another planet. especially in the
pg
traditional sink market.
Mark Wilkinson Furniture | www.mwf.com English ceramics have
a worldwide reputation
for luxury and
timelessness and our
brand embodies that.
‘Made in Lancashire’
adorns all of our
marketing materials
and we proudly
show our English
craftsmanship to all existing and future audiences. This
possibly has less value in the UK than abroad, however, there
is a worldwide recognition for quality.
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Milan Design Week
Front Runner
32
pg
With an appearance not dissimilar

to a wooden horse, this new bathroom console - and
accompanying bathtub - was an odds-on favourite
when it was unveiled in Milan recently.
Made from Corian and walnut wood,

Dressage is a highly distinctive piece of bathroom
furniture created by design studio Nespoli &
Novara for manufacturer Graff.
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| Milan Design
| bathrooms
Week
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pg
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Milan Design Week
Compact and functional, the console

has a freestanding and highly versatile aesthetic
with geometric and harmonious lines, and all
of the water delivery and drain elements are hidden
away inside the structure. It features a square
sink, a shelf with a towel hook, an adjustable mirror,
and a wooden drawer for storage.
The round bath tub takes the same

visual route, designed to be a centre-of-the-room
statement piece. It includes a leather headrest
and a shelf for storing products.
info
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pg
Graff | www.graff-faucets.com
Nespoli & Novara |
www.nespolinovara.com
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designer | showroom design
Selling
Space 36 pg
The gap between the good and the bad showrooms can be huge, underlining the reality
that it can be easy to get things wrong, and sometimes quite difficult to get them right.
We asked some of the experts for their views on the fine art of showroom design…
AN ARCHITECTURAL
EXPERIENCE
Eva Woode, Manager,
Roca London Gallery
The Roca London Gallery was designed by Zaha Hadid Architects These are connected to the main Gallery space through a visual path that
who developed the concept for the showroom from the idea of a solid leads you from one area to the next. The large, open-plan 1,100 sq m
block, which is carved by the flow of water. Everything within the space is designed to be explored and for visitors to discover the latest and
Gallery is inspired by water, from the pendant lamps to the shape of most emblematic products from Roca. The modern interior and minimal
the benches and library bookshelves, which emulate a series of drops colour palette lets the product stand out in its own right.
running along the surface.
Visitors to the Gallery should feel relaxed as they browse; the café area
As a Gallery, we host regular cultural exhibitions and events and encourages people to stop for a coffee and discuss their bathroom
our unique interior design reflects the many ways the space is used, projects with the Gallery team. The design of the Gallery has been
demanding a flexible and functional, yet beautiful space. commended with several awards and it is evident from the feedback we
receive that people love the experience.
The showroom is arranged along a central continuous spine – the Gallery
itself – which links several other areas known as Bathroom Environments. Roca London Gallery | www.rocalondongallery.com
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FEED THE
IMAGINATION
Michael Gianquitto, Business
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Development Manager,
Pedini London
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Showrooms must be inspirational and

aspirational, in other words, they need to
highlight original ideas and innovations. They
need to be adventurous. The kitchens are the
star attraction but the quality they exude must
be matched by top-of-the-range appliances
and a very high standard of interior design
and accessorising.
Customers can be turned off by showrooms

that feel like fitted-out exhibition spaces with
false ceilings and artificial lighting. The best
showrooms are ones where the customer not
only wants to buy the kitchen but they would
be happy to move in!
We have two very different showrooms

that are each designed to appeal to their
respective markets. The Pedini London
showroom in Battersea has the feel of a
London apartment whether compact and
Pedini London |
intimate or large loft-style living, but either way
www.pedinilondon.co.uk
very contemporary. The kitchens all stand in
their own space to create a sleek uncluttered
feel and the interior design is as high spec as
the kitchens themselves and help to create
the dream lifestyle with exposed brickwork,
dramatic feature lighting and extravagant
floral displays. By contrast, Lida Cucina in
White Waltham, Berkshire is in converted
barn buildings so has lower ceilings, wooden
doors and nooks and crannies that echo the
character of many country homes.

A BREAK FROM
THE NORM
Mark Walker, UK Sales
Director & Duncan Heeles,
Showroom Manager,
Bagnodesign Glasgow
It may sound obvious, but first and foremost when designing or design. The most effective way of doing this is to make each display
redesigning your showroom, it is imperative to think of your different from the next and choosing to display products that break
customers, how they shop and what would help them make away from the norm in order to get customers thinking about their own
the best purchasing decisions. bathrooms and just what may be possible.
Customers want to feel inspired – they want to see the different styles Finally, just as there is no ‘one size fits all’ bathroom solution, similarly
of bathroom products ‘in the flesh’ so it is important to vary your no two customers will choose a new bathroom in the same way. Some
displays so that you highlight the various options available. While it can will focus on the sanitaryware first, while others will prefer to pick their
be tempting to focus on what is ‘on trend’, it may not be to everybody’s tiles and colour schemes and design the space to suit. By taking this
taste or be in keeping with the rest of the customer’s property. into consideration when designing your displays, you can ensure that
the showroom appeals to the mindset of the 21st Century consumer.
The showroom environment offers a brilliant opportunity to showcase
the breadth of products available and encourage creativity in bathroom Bagnodesignglasgow | www.bagnodesignglasgow.com
THE CREATIVE
JOURNEY
Hayley Tarrington, Creative
Director, Consort
Consumers visit showrooms in order touch, feel and be inspired by the Focal points and stimulating sight lines are essential to
products they see. First impressions are so important, so the layout of inspire. Displays should showcase clever solutions and
a space is crucial in delivering an interesting experience. considered combinations of products for various types
of spaces. Realism is so important and great styling
From the outside in, a showroom should be a journey and tell a story.
It should speak for itself. The goal is to inspire, make people feel
welcome and reassure them that they are in the right place to buy from.
really helps people relate or connect with products.
The most interesting showrooms we have designed

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have been where the basic architecture is challenging or

The general atmosphere and initial experience is essential. There restrictive because it forces you to think differently. Equally,
should be a natural direction to explore and the route should show if you have a simple box shape space, you need to divide the
them everything they need to see. Open space is critical to show off space to create interesting sight lines and volumes of space.
products and displays because when things are too cramped, it can be
a visual overload, cause confusion and be too much to take in. Consort | www.consortstudio.com

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The most important thing is to show what you do best.

We like to show kitchens that are timeless, that are a little CREATE THE
different but not so different that they alienate people. CONTEXT
Graham Robinson,
We have recently used lots of colour and even material- Showroom Manager,
matched worksurfaces as these provide a harmonious look Halcyon Interiors
and further accentuate clean lines as they are made more
prominent. When we design the displays, we think about
showing the benefits of using particular worktop material,
such as cantilevered tops in Corian. This helps a client
understand and select a surface that best suits them.
Overall, the showroom should not be jam packed with

kitchens. Leaving some space empty and allowing space
for living areas is very important so that the showroom
is not purely kitchens. It’s important to allow a client to
visualise the kitchen as part of a larger living space which
is a very popular way of looking at kitchen design.
The feel of a showroom is very important, the

temperature, music, scent and lighting are all key to
getting it right. Taking the time selecting props is crucial
as this too transforms a space.
When we look at the showroom as a selling space, it is good Overall, it is about ensuring a client feels comfortable in the showroom.
to show an array of different appliance types and brands. That is what determines whether what we have done is a success or
Where possible, we choose those that blend this extra attention not, and if we have, that can only result in commissions.
to detail that gets them noticed and means we sell a large
variety of finishes, apart from the usual steel finish. Halcyon Interiors | www.halcyoninteriors.com
THE PERSONAL TOUCH

Colin Wong, Design Director,
Development Direct
40
The nature of showroom rivalry can result in studios competing to display I focused perhaps an unusual amount of design effort on
the most up-to-the minute, fandangled models of every conceivable gizmo a centrepiece staircase, drawing on childhood memories pg
and I think this can result in clients losing interest and perhaps feeling a for inspiration: I fondly remember flying every summer
little bamboozled by all the technology and sales garble that goes with it. to the old Kai Tak airport in Hong Kong, with the
plane seeming to practically skiff off the rooftops
I prefer an emphasis on designing an environment with real personality on the approach to landing.
and feeling to it; clients should be able to sense the characters of the
team behind the scenes and want to put their trust in their hands. The Being able to see into the hundreds of tiny windows with folks
stage with which we showcase the kitchens should not be a secondary carrying out their daily tasks has stuck firmly in my mind. These
consideration, but is essential to add depth to the whole experience. memories inspired me in the commission of the balustrade. It is
personal to me, but clients love the tactile feel and the story behind it.
In my recent studio refurbishment, I wanted to avoid what I consider
the norm of a few large and impressive showcase displays in a single I feel our clients should not only take away an experience of great
level showroom. I felt a multi-level experience would enhance the kitchen displays, but also an impression of the personalities of the
clients experience and introduce a sense of discovery, so I raised the individuals behind them. Originality is timeless – all clients want to feel
floors in certain areas and dug down in others. I introduced texture and that their own kitchen design is a very special ‘one-off’.
character to this with natural elements of historic real stone walls and
exposed beams that added to the atmospheric journey. Development Direct | www.developmentdirect.co.uk

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Silver 42 pg
Service
As Yogesh Dhokia celebrates 25 years as manager at Poggenpohl’s Norman

Glenn showroom in North London, he tells us about the myriad ways in
which the world of kitchens has changed over a quarter of a century…
Designer Yogesh.indd 42 12/06/2014 19:33

designer | interview
Kitchen manufacturer resulting in five repeat visits. used to rely on the designer also undertaking a whole
Poggenpohl recently And when his customers telling them what they should house refurbishment in St
celebrated Yogesh Dhokia’s move abroad they still call on have, but now they do their John’s Wood, including
25 years with the company him to design their kitchens, research and can be very kitchen, fitted wardrobes
at a party held at Norman he has worked on projects specific. Their ideas aren’t and study, worth £500,000,
Glenn, its Finchley Road as far afield as Delhi. always realistic so you do Dhokia says these big budget
showroom. The evening sometimes have to introduce projects have not necessarily
event was attended by over Dhokia has always hand alternative solutions.” been the highlight of his
100 staff and customers keen drawn his designs. He career. “For me, it is not so
to show their appreciation explains: “You can add He adds that another big much about the money but
of one of the company’s a very personal touch to change is the kitchen’s shift the challenge of meeting
most popular and successful hand drawings and I think from a backroom to the most a new customer, getting to
showroom managers. customers value them important space in the house: know them and introducing
far more than computer “Customers constantly ask them to new ideas. The
Although he has a degree generated images. for ‘wow’ kitchens because client base here can be very
in maths and economics, they entertain in them demanding, expectations
Dhokia was always creative. “Although I don’t insist that as well as cook.” are high. The challenge is to
After university he was new recruits at Norman manage those expectations
offered a job at accountancy Glenn only hand draw, I like Dhokia says middle market while keeping the client
firm Price Waterhouse but them to have the ability to kitchens are now posing on side and still doing an
chose instead to work for translate plans onto paper as more of a challenge to excellent job that both the
Bulthaup where he spent a this makes them think more upmarket brands: “In terms client and I are happy with.”
year before joining Norman carefully about the space of aesthetics, middle market
Glenn as a designer. In the than just expecting the kitchens have really stepped Since 1989, Dhokia has
25 years since he has created computer to do it for them.” up their offering and to steered Norman Glenn
over 1,000 kitchens. consumers, the kitchens can through two recessions.
In 25 years, Dhokia look very similar. That is “Each time it was tough,”
This long service – combined has witnessed many why we have to put service he admits, “but we have
with Dhokia’s meticulous developments in the kitchen at the forefront, explaining survived by keeping our
attention to design detail market, not least the move the bespoke Poggenpohl margins. We made sure that
– has resulted in a loyal away from colour – he product and listening to the there were no errors on any
following with him supplying remembers having aubergine customer. We need to focus project so that the margins
kitchens to second and and brick red Poggenpohl on their needs and interpret were not eroded. The aim
third generations of the kitchens on display. what they want correctly.” was to keep the brand name
same family. One particular strong and in a good
customer has moved house The biggest change however, Despite having once sold a position to thrive once
and refurbished properties is client knowledge. “They kitchen worth £220,000 and business picked up.” d
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43 pg
“For me, it is not so much about
the money but the challenge of
Top left The Norman Glenn
showroom, Finchley Road meeting a new customer, getting
to know them and introducing
Top right Over 100 staff and
customers attended a party to
celebrate Dhokia’s milestone
Bottom left Dhokia (pictured right)
them to new ideas”
with Martin Gill, Poggenpohl
Global Sales Director “[Clients] used to rely on the
Bottom right Dhokia (centre)
with the Poggenpohl UK team designer telling them what they
should have, but now they do their
research and can be very specific”
info
Poggenpohl | www.poggenpohl.com
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designer | kitchens
Home Run
Linear thinking for a minimal straight-edged kitchen design
44 pg
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designer | kitchens
Launched at Eurocucina in Milan, the unique La Cucina

design from Antoniolupi takes linear to a new level.
Simple and visually striking, the kitchen consists of a single

horizontal run in which the worktop is the star of the show.
It is made up of a continuous Corian surface that is easily
cleaned, with built-in lighting to illuminate the entire working
area of the kitchen. The upper shelf contains the extractor
hood, whilst the main surface houses the integrated sink,
induction hobs plus storage for cutting board and other
accessories. It also accommodates mixer taps in stainless
steel from Antoniolupi’s Ayati collection.
The kitchen – available in two modular versions in a wall

or island formation – has been designed for Antoniolupi by
architect Marco Casaonti of Archea Associati.
45 pg
info
Antoniolupi | www.antoniolupi.it
Archea Associati | www.archea.it/en
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Milan Design Week
Sofa So Good An elegant new bath design from Meneghello Paolelli
Prolific Italian design duo Sandro Meneghello and Marco Paolelli have brought the comfort of the
living room into the bathroom with their Sofa Bath design for Glass 1989.
Made from white gloss MineraLite with a wooden frame, the designers say that their new creation
represents a stylish and original invitation to rediscover the bath, specially contoured to make it
particularly appealing for increasingly open and combined spaces.
The bath is fitted with a pop-up drain in polished chrome.
46 pg
info
Glass 1989 | www.glass1989.it
Meneghello Paolelli | www.meneghellopaolelli.com
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Day True Showroom, Maida Vale, London.
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Variety
Show
There are plenty of highlights throughout this large whole house
refurbishment – but its contrasting bathrooms really shine…

Taking an already substantial property and fully refurbishing adds that inspiration came from many sources: “We have
and extending it is a major challenge, but one which can become been inspired from everywhere that we have been over
a real labour of love that ultimately rewards all of the hard work. the last few years, from holiday destinations, magazines,
the Internet, and from other lovely properties – especially
This six-bedroom detached house in East Sussex certainly those in London. We wanted to bring a little of London
has plenty going for it. It boasts a swimming pool, cinema, to the country but make it sympathetic to the
snooker room, wine store, tennis court, 2.5 acres and a environment at the same time.”
very large master suite including a master sitting room,
master dressing room and a balcony with great views of the The main design approach was to create a very traditional
surrounding countryside. There is even an additional 6 acres looking building on the outside (albeit with modern touches)
of woodland and an underground car port. but with a highly contemporary style inside.
Named Tamarind, the property was bought by George The bathrooms were a particular priority. “All bathrooms
Micallef and his wife Susan. They have two children were new,” he explains. “We had a fairly blank canvass but of
but they are now grown up and have moved out. George course we had to work with existing soil pipes and with the
Micallef runs a luxury property development and building existing timber floors and new steelwork.”
company called Green Amber.
The master bathroom (previous page) is the largest and
They set about completely refurbishing Tamarind and building includes a large walk-in shower, oval free standing bath
a large extension. The house is almost brand new having had (Napoli by Victoria + Albert), two vanity units, toilet, bidet and
the façade completely remodelled, with the front and back storage unit. It has a black granite and white leather theme
re-built with glass and air dried oak but using traditional and the oval shape of the niches mimic the oval bath.
methods. It also has a new plumbing and heating system along
with a new electrical and home automation system. The second bathroom (above left) is quite different in style. It
has a large walk-in shower with vanity unit and toilet. Its slate
Micallef says that the aim with the house was to create grey look follows through from the floor tiles to the vanity
a more beautiful dwelling that works well as a family unit and even the shower tray. The wall tiles are silver which
home but also as a fantastic entertaining space. He brings something a little different to the space. i
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The bathrooms include brassware from Treeme, basins from As always with a project of this scale, bringing each aspect
Falper and Artelinea and WCs from Artceram. together at the right time was a logistical challenge that took
some major planning. “Because of the complexity of the design,
The master bathroom includes a number of unusual the biggest challenge was getting everybody to follow each
features too. Six bespoke Italian leather panels define the other seamlessly,” says Micallef. “There were so many areas
space and each is backlit for emphasis. There is also a that relied on others doing their work first. In addition, because
Crestron home automation system which supplies music of all the lighting and details, we had to be very careful not
from a hard drive, with sound delivered by mirrored speakers to forget cables. We also had to make sure that the bespoke
positioned within the mirrored niches. There is also a TV in leather panels were going to be hard wearing as we didn’t want
the bathroom as well as a sophisticated showerhead from to have something that looked good initially but didn’t last.”
Crosswater with numerous settings.
He is understandably very happy with the finished bathroom
Micallef explains that the bathrooms have Lutron lighting schemes within an overall development that took around
which makes the most of any feature or niche lighting. “We 18 months to complete. “We are pleased with how the
have tried to create relaxing, romantic, bright and night time black granite – which we travelled far and wide to source!
settings. All bedrooms have a button by the bed to switch on – complemented the mirrors and the leather panels. It was
the lighting in the bathroom at low levels. This is handy at important to create the detail without making it too fussy, and
night when you don’t want to be blinded by bright lights but to complement materials without making it too stark.”
at the same time, want to make it to the bathroom without
bumping into things or waking your partner up!” He adds that it has achieved their hopes of creating a
relaxed and comfortable interior. “We think the details have
A lot of thought was put into the master lighting scheme worked really well and it looks particularly good with the
as it has a mixture of downlighters to pick out the low light settings. It is practical as well as it is easy to clean –
bathroom pieces, lighting to the niches, lighting to light particularly the ceramic that is used on the sanitaryware.
the leather wall panels, up lighting behind the bath and
up the shower screen – and a chandelier to give a little “The storage unit makes up for the lack of storage in the vanity
glamour. It also has hidden LED strips behind each leather units and complements them at the same time. Even the
panel and optional coloured lighting within the shower. additional Bisque towel rails complemented the finishes well.” d
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Milan Design Week
Compact Cooking
An idea for a small but perfectly formed kitchen…
Italian kitchen manufacturer

Minacciolo launched a host of
new kitchens at Eurocucina in
Milan earlier this year with a
stand that included an attention-
grabbing water feature and
other creative visuals.
However, amongst all the

industrial styling, visitors could
be forgiven for having missed the
small but impressive ‘reduced’
version of the company’s Minà
kitchen which was also tucked
away on the stand.
The Mini Minà can accommodate

a sink, hob and appliances in a
single compact unit designed for
a small home or apartment.
info
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Colonial Kitchens
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e:info@jjoplc.com www.jjoplc.com

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Some selected highlights from May Design Series,

the three-day London exhibition of all things interiors…
Designer Kitchen & Bathroom joined forces with

Pedini London and Gaggenau to create a show-stopping
stand at May Design Series 2014.
The 40 sq m stand featured the striking Dune kitchen which

was brought over to the show by Pedini London following
its appearance at Eurocucina in Milan. Dune’s sleek, curved
design was the focus of much attention in Italy and made an
equally big impression in London when it went on display
accompanied by appliances from premium brand Gaggenau.
Designer Kitchen & Bathroom | www.designerkbmag.co.uk

Pedini London | www.pedinilondon.co.uk
Gaggenau | www.gaggenau.com
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Crosswater presented a selection of taps from its range, Methven presented a broad range
including the Kelly Hoppen-designed KH03. of products including its Satinjet
Crosswater | www.crosswater.co.uk showering technology, which uses
twin-jets of water that collide,
producing thousands of tiny droplets.
Methven | www.methven.com/uk
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Dornbracht exhibited at May Design Series for

the first time, with a display of MEM taps and also
a fully functioning foot spa which was particularly
well received by weary show visitors.
Zazzeri’s Pop taps use coloured silicon
Dornbracht | www.dornbracht.com
to bring a splash of colour to the sink.
Zazzeri | www.zazzeri.it

SALICE.
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The new titanium finish perfectly integrates the hinge into the design of the cabinet conveying a sensation of warmth and
at the same time incorporating modern functionality. The colour, new and different compared with the traditional blued or
nickel-plated finishes, is less invasive and has a muted sheen. The titanium reflections make this hinge ideal in
combination with darker interiors and with the numerous shades of wood available. The good reflection properties and the
technological aspect of the hinge allow a perfect integration with the place where it is to be inserted, also suitable in the
lightest interiors. The corrosion strength is considerably increased compared to the classic nickel-plated finish.
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Milandesign
Designseries
Week
Winchester-based SieMatic retailer The Myers Touch showed the SieMatic S2 handle-less cabinets in an
Agate Grey finish. The display also included appliances from Miele’s PureLine collection.
The Myers Touch | www.themyerstouch.co.uk
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Above Roman formally launched its Decem Xpress Rapid Bespoke

Service, which includes key products from the manufacturer’s Decem
range of 10mm thick glass and 2000mm high Shower Enclosures. The
service offers a rapid turnaround of bespoke products – from the date
ordered it will take between 7 to 10 days to be delivered. Selected
products from the Decem collection were showcased on the stand, as
well as products from the new Lumin8 range of showering solutions
designed to solve a variety of space restrictions in the bathroom.
Roman | www.roman-showers.com
Above right Spanish manufacturer Xey presented a selection of

options from its extensive range of kitchens. Currently strengthening
its UK activities, Xey’s offering covers all aspects of kitchen design
requirements offering both floor and wall mounted base units as a
standard option, various heights of wall and tall units and a wide range
of accessory units. Xey | www.xey.es
Right Doca UK partnered with Fisher & Paykel at the May Design
Series. Doca showed its new Series Slim Door, Series Stone finish and
Traza finish, plus the new Legrabox Drawers. Fisher & Paykel provided
its new 11 function 90L oven along with a drawer-based refrigerator
and its signature DishDrawer. Doca | www.docauk.com

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Boasting spectacular views across

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designer | awards 2014
DESIGN CATEGORIES
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designer | kbsa
Operations Centre
Because of its vital day-to-day role, the importance of the sink in a new
kitchen design should never be underestimated says Steve Rutter,
Marketing Operations Manager at Franke
In addition to choosing unit. They can be plumbed

kitchen products based in very easily, are simple and
on looks, consumers now convenient to use, hygienic,
demand more in terms of and eco-friendly.
functionality, and the sink
area is the ‘hotspot’ where When it comes to
we spend 60% of our time in on-trend materials, stainless
the kitchen, preparing food, steel is the most popular,
washing up and performing offering excellent
other cleaning tasks. functional properties
and a professional look,
Does your customer prefer plus it is compatible with
a large single bowl for every type of worksurface
washing up those larger material and colour.
cooking utensils and general
cleaning, or multiple bowls The new colour direction
and integrated accessories for granite sinks is towards
to create a multi-functional warm neutral tones that Above Franke’s new Oyster colour will
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wet zone workstation? The complement the current be introduced into the Mythos, Pebel
latest workcentre sinks trends in worksurfaces and (pictured) and Kubus undermount
incorporate innovations door frontals for organic granite sink ranges
such as integrated bins for colours and modern
storage and waste from food woodgrains. Above left The Largo Workcentre
preparation, as well as a push- stainless steel sink from Franke
button pop-up waste, and While ceramic lovers are features two integrated touch-to-
cleverly recessed overflows well catered for with designs open bins and is shown with Franke’s
so that water collected on that offer a fresh and modern Olympus Spring tap
the drainer is always isolated take on what is a classic sink
info
from the main bowl. material with the consumer,
widening the design scope in
To complete the sink’s both traditional and modern
workstation role, recommend kitchens can result in a more KBSA | www.kbsa.org.uk
installing a waste disposal interesting and eclectic look.d Franke | www.franke.co.uk
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Glass is
Bellissimo’s
crowning glory
Bellissimo has added
the sophistication of
glass doors to its kitchen
portfolio. With 25 colours to
Deco Glaze splashbacks & worktops choose from, Bellissimo’s new Genoa range combines the practicality
Fusion is the epitome of elegance when it comes to splash backs and and durability of toughened glass, with a depth of finish which no
worktops. Fusion adds a luxurious touch to any kitchen and bathroom other surface can match.
project through stunning designs which can be enhanced with our
DecoGlow backlighting. Fusion is an environmentally friendly product, The glass itself carries the colour, which is enhanced by a silver
a luxury Eco product made from 99% re-cycled glass and is 100% backboard. This makes the most of the reflective properties of the
recyclable. This ecological design comes in a fantastic range of colours glass and ensures longevity. Doors can be made to any size and non-
including sapphire, glacier and chasm, perfect for creating a statement standard colours are available.
piece in your home. The recommended DecoGlow back-lighting, used
to enhance and illuminate the Fusion glass, is made of the latest LED “Genoa brings an exciting new dimension to our kitchen range,” said
technology. DecoGlow delivers unique lighting solutions ranging in Bellissimo managing director Warnock Watson. “It’s an inspirational
specification options including warm cool or a colour changing light. finish which will create a great talking point with customers. Combined
This truly adds a wow factor to your design with a handle-less profile rail, the end result is just stunning.”
Deco Glaze Bellissimo Furniture Limited

Tel: 0208 569 8585 01772 696959
Fax: 0208 569 8586 info@bellissimofurniture.co.uk
www.decoglaze.co.uk www.bellissimofurniture.co.uk
Refresh Your
Shower with Spritz
from Hudson Reed
The stylish new Spritz
Thermostatic shower panel
from Hudson Reed is the ideal
way to update your shower.
With its brushed stainless
steel finish, the Spritz panel
will create a modern, dream
shower experience in any
bathroom and offers anti-scald
protection for all the family,
Indulge in the luxury of

multi-option showering, with
the inset fixed head featuring
conventional water spray,
HI-MACS®: the key ingredient plus 9 additional nozzles
for designing with style which produce invigorating water jets – great for waking you up in the
This innovative kitchen design started with an owner who wanted morning! If you prefer a more gentle shower experience, simply choose
a peaceful, natural feel to their home. So the designer, Irina Stoica the 3 body jets which produce a refreshing spritz of water. There’s also
from Atvangarde Surfaces, incorporated the leaf-shaped island, with a useful hand shower option, ideal for rinsing the bath or shower – or
its surprising floral pattern as a maverick masterpiece. HI-MACS® washing the dog!
in Alpine White was the perfect material with seamless joins,
thermoforming properties and translucent effects. Of course the non- With a 20 year guarantee, the Spritz Shower Panel offers the quality you
porous finish means that it is also extremely hygienic – essential in a expect from Hudson Reed and at just £969 including VAT – it makes
kitchen location. luxury showering more affordable.
HI-MACS® by LG Hausys Hudson Reed

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www.himacs.eu www.hudsonreed.co.uk
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call Daniel Holliday on 01787 221277
New Granite Transformations Worktop Abode Estimo

Finish Is All White Whether consumers are looking for a clean lined contemporary style
Right now, it’s all about white kitchens according to interior design mixer tap or a more classic, heritage styled design, Abode has just
bibles from Country Living and Elle Décor, to Architectural Digest. the solution.
Even the esteemed Wall Street Journal says that all-white kitchens are
amongst the top interior design trends for 2014. The Estimo monobloc mixertap is an elegantly styled tap in perfect
proportions and features a slight angled gradient to the overall
With cool, classless white making a comeback in everything from frame with a soft style tubular spout design. Flat shaped handles
kitchens to cars, experts are attributing this to the ‘Apple effect’, referring give ease of use to this design-led tap which is available in both
to iPhones, iPads and other gadgets being produced in this fashionably chrome and brushed nickel finishes. Estimo is guaranteed to be a
minimalist shade. White is clean, crisp and bright: it makes a kitchen winner – with an affordable price tag.
feel open, airy and spacious, reflecting back natural and artificial light.
Abode
Granite Transformations Tel: 01226 283434
0800 044 5393 Fax: 01226 282434
www.granitetransformations.co.uk www.abode.eu
The QUADRO An open and

QU22 basin & shut case for
unit ArciTech
Specialising in compact Drawers which glide
bathroom design, Saneux open and close
recently launched the silently with the
QU22 basin + unit - an merest touch and no
outstanding fresh addition power connection - it’s
to the highly successful another stride forward
QUADRO range. The short for Hettich’s industry-
projection of the basin leading drawer system,
in combination with the ArciTech.
minimalistic, handleless
design of the unit makes The Push to open Silent system has achieved with purely mechanical
it an excellent choice for means all the functionality and pleasure of electromechanical actions,
anyone who is looking but without their associated wiring and complicated assembly.
to save on space without
compromising on style or This innovative new mechanism received the iF Design award 2014 at
function. BMW Weld in Munich, and has just been launched in the UK.
With Push to open Silent fitted, a gentle press on the front panel is all
The QU22 basin is made of high quality ceramic and has an amazing it takes to open ArciTech drawers in silence to their full extent. Closing
22cm projection. Since it is glazed on the front and back, it is is just as simple, even on wide drawers.
reversible and therefore gives you the option for a left or right hand
configuration. The matching unit is available in both floor and wall Opening force is adjustable to allow for user preference and varying
mounted versions and two popular colours - white gloss and cashew. laden drawer weights up to 60kg. The system is positioned under
The handleless design makes it a joy to clean just as the soft-close the drawer out of view, and retrofitting can be undertaken without
door mechanism makes the operation quiet and safe for the kids. modifying existing ArciTech drawer components.
SANEUX Hettich
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www.saneux.com www.hettich.com/uk

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Versatile RAK Resort breaks the mould!

Modello RAK’s new range of Resort basins offers a new level of flexibility, in
The Modello range of modular bathroom furniture from Greyhouse terms of design scope and practicality. The range includes seven
Bathrooms by ECF offers the utmost in style and versatility and is designs – from space-saving corner format, to sleek rectangular and
manufactured right here in the UK to the highest of standards. counter-top bowls. Many of the basins can be under-mounted or inset,
and two separate pedestal height options are also offered, to cater for
With soft close Intivo glass sided drawers and strikingly modern individual consumer preferences.
handleless wall units, the linear aesthetic and strong design lines
combine to create practical and attractive storage solutions for the RAK’s Resort basins are offered as part of the Resort Bathroom
modern bathroom. Collection, which includes matching sanitaryware – also in two height
options and featuring RAK ‘s next generation rimless design, Hygiene+
Modello is available in a selection of door and cabinet finishes which - as well as shower enclosures, baths, porcelain tiles and slabs, and
can be mixed and matched to create your own unique configuration. accessories.
Greyhouse by ECF
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RAK Ceramics
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Why Quartzforms...? The Evolution of Stone

into a Perfect Surface A Warm Welcome to Lincoln
QUARTZFORMS engineered stone goes one step further than Taking as its inspiration the bright conical shape of headlights
natural stone. QUARTZFORMS is the result of the most cutting-edge streaming from the Lincoln tunnel, the long slim appearance of these
technological development of the exclusive Bretonstone® process. pull handles conjures images (we like to think) of a long journey home
QUARTZFORMS versatility, resistance, aesthetic appearance, hygienic and a warm welcome awaiting.
qualities, and easy maintenance have won the trust of architects and
designers worldwide. QUARTZFORMS have created with Italian flair Behold, ‘Lincoln’ the latest line in kitchen & furniture handles from
a range of beautiful aesthetically appealing surfaces, which offer an Armac Martin. This range of sleek and stylish fittings are available in
equal balance between classical elegance and contemporary style, 2 lengths of pull handle as well as a neat T-bar style pull that can be
which has proven popular with kitchen and bathroom companies, utilised in either a vertical or horizontal plane.
interior designers, and architects. QUARTZFORMS made in Germany
with precision engineering, innovation and quality, enables their Supplied from stock in Polished Nickel Plate for ‘express’ delivery with
customers to benefit from the scratch, heat, and stain resistance that other contemporary finishes available to order.
comes with every QUARTZFORMS product.
QF Distribution Limited Armac Martin

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Nano Shower Drain – Good Flow from

Salice Titanium Finish Hinges Perfect the Look Minimal Depth
Hinge specialists Salice unique titanium finish hinge range is the The latest product from Dallmer Ltd. is the CeraLine Nano, a high
perfect choice to complement today’s modern furniture trends. The appearance slim-line shower drain that has the priceless advantage of
titanium finish perfectly integrates into the design of the cabinet, a built-in depth of only 68mm. With this minimal depth, the new linear
conveying a sensation of warmth, whilst retaining the technically drain offers an excellent waste water flow rate of 0.45 litres per second
advanced functionality renowned with Salice hinges. and thus grants a whole range of new possibilities in shower and wet-
room design for situations where cutting into solid floor structures is
Aesthetically appealing, the hinge colour varies from the traditional inadvisable or impossible.
nickel-plated finishes, with the muted sheen being less invasive. The
titanium reflections make this hinge ideal for use with darker interiors Dallmer Ltd has been one of the leading names in shower drain design
and will be suitable with a wide variety of wood shades. In addition, in European markets for many years and this linear drain with minimal
the titanium finish delivers excellent corrosive resistance which is construction depth is the latest in a highly sophisticated product range.
considerably increased compared to the classic nickel-plated finish.
Dallmer Ltd
SALICE 01787 248244
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Adur Towel Rails

From JIS Europe
JIS EUROPE of Haywards
Heath have an exciting
range of heated towel
rails under the banner of
their Sussex Range. Named
The ADUR, the towel rails
are manufactured in an
elegant round section shape
with a gentle curve front
displaying an appearance
of refined luxury.
The rails are manufactured

in three sizes 1250mm high x
400mm, 520mm and 620mm
wide. They can be used in
central heating, electric or
dual fuel formats. The Adur Off-The-Shelf and Bespoke worktops
towel rails come with 20 Retailers and kitchen manufacturers alike are increasingly using
horizontal rails offering a Woodentops for off-the-shelf and highly bespoke items. Produced
large towel hanging facility. from our 3-acre site in Devon we distribute all over the UK using our
specialised carriers either to site or to your premises. There is stock of
The Adur towel rails are manufactured in 100% stainless steel more than 1500 solid wooden worktops ready for speedy despatch in
and are available in brushed satin or polished finish making a choice of 12 sizes and at least 10 speci. Special orders of 80mm and
these towel rails durable and hygienic. They also come thicker worktops and end grain chopping blocks are normally made
with a 25 year guarantee. and delivered in 2-3 weeks.
JIS EUROPE Woodentops

01444 831200 +44 (0)1392 421111
www.sussexrange.co.uk www.woodentops.co.uk

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Quality guaranteed with Neroli

With quality at the heart of its design, the inspirational Neroli suite,
like all ceramics from PJH Group now comes with the reassurance of a
lifetime guarantee. PJH’s product design and engineering processes for
vitreous china have continued to evolve with noticeable influences of
Bette European design and technical precision. This is clearly evident in the
Bette has created four new freestanding versions of its ground-breaking, beautiful Neroli bathroom which fuses a geometric square form with a
narrow-rimmed, enamelled steel BetteLux bath. They include the fine, slim profile that is softened at the edges, finished off with a smooth
BetteLux Silhouette Side; a straight-lined freestanding bath with a clean finish.
vertical exterior and a soft and fluid interior that makes it look and feel
extremely comfortable. Rob Higgins, Head of Bathroom Trading, PJH Group, said: “At PJH
we are committed to offering only the highest standards in product
Bette creates exclusive, enamelled steel sanitaryware with a 30 year quality and customer service. The designer-inspired Neroli suite is one
warranty. The ecological quality of its range is confirmed by an of a number of bathroom ranges, developed to appeal to the very latest
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) from the Institut Bauen und consumer desires and aspirations, with the peace of mind of having a
Umwelt e.V. This EPD complies with ISO 14025. lifetime quality guarantee
Bette PJH Group

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info@bette.co.uk pjhgroup.com/online
www.bette.co.uk www.bathroomstolove.co.uk
Pietra solid surface worktops
Welcome to Mistral, an exclusive range of

25mm and 12mm solid surface.
Mistral provides you with the flexibility you need to take design
and innovation to the next level. With its curve capability plus
inconspicuous joint appeal, this clever non porous, fully repairable
material is workable on site with standard tooling and confidently
delivers the ultimate worktop solution. It’s all in the detail
Deralam have now available large stocks of 25mm solid surface
Co Tops Limited are proud to be the largest UK Distributor of this worktops ready for nationwide delivery.
revolutionary material. We pride ourselves with our capabilities in
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waste. Our impressive stock holding of all 17 decors across a office: Deralam Laminates Ltd, West Coast Park, Bradley Lane,
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Kaldewei
presents
Meisterstücke
Available from June,
JETSTONE
Kaldewei presents graNiTE
Meisterstücke – a new ThE 100% NaTural chOicE
collection of free-standing
baths with seamless quarTz
enamelled panelling. all maJOr quarTz braNdS iN STOck
Using modern technology

for deep drawing steel,
cEramicS
ThE NExT gENEraTiON iN wOrkTOpS
Kaldewei applies precise
handcrafting to create a
smooth transition from
panelling to bath and
create a flawless finish.
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that is available for
Suppliers of Mistral Solid Surface worktops 25mm thick
appliances
three iconic Kaldewei 3010 x 625 x 25mm or 12mm 2800 x 670 x 25mm
bath models: Conoduo, 2000 x 900 x 25mm or 12mm
Cut to size service available
Asymmetric Duo and Full templating, cutting and installation available
Centro Duo Oval. through approved fabricators
Websites: www.Karonia.com & www.cotops.co.uk

The Meisterstück Centro Duo Oval (shown) is available in the two Specialist tooling www.Karoniastore.com
sizes 170 x 75 cm and 180 x 80 cm. As an exclusive and separate

segment, the new “Meisterstücke” take on special significance in the
Kaldewei range and will in future be joined by other products made of
Kaldewei 3.5mm steel enamel.
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Keramag Design has launched the new Xeno² collection, adding to its
luxury, contemporary brand of bathroom sanitaryware and furniture.
Combining impeccable quality and contemporary elegance, Xeno² has

been designed by Robin Platt who has a pedigree of successful design
collaborations including the luxury German tableware brand Rosenthal.
This is his debut collection for Keramag Design.
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surfaces, push-to-open operation and integrated LED lighting. Quality bespoke solutions for
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designer | design inspiration
Photo: John Dibb. All photography courtesy of the British Airways Speedbird Heritage Collection
My Design Inspiration
by Tony Nicholas
“To my mind, Concorde
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inspiring engineering
design pieces of the
20th century - a rare
example of a successful
international collaboration.
Not only do I admire

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Products that fuse form
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heard that this passenger Director of kitchen, bathroom and
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Symphonyhours! has unveiled its major new kitchen brand, and it has grand plans for
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call us on 01933 232 272 or email us on help@bushboard.co.uk
Omega is available ex-stock from our distribution partners nationwide.
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