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AUTUMN EDITION 2014

BY CLASSIC CONSTRUCTIONS

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DESIGN A GREAT KITCHEN

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DESIGN TRENDS FOR 2014 FAMILY FEATURES SUSTAINABLE KITCHENS

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Welcome to our Autumn issue, our first for 2014. We can’t believe it’s been a year since our first edition came out. As they say, time flies when you’re having fun, and we have had plenty! In this issue we head to the new township of Googong to meet architect Tony Trobe and designer Melinda Boag as they give us a closer look at Classic Construction’s new display home, The Glebe. We love kitchens! They set the tone for the character of a house, and ultimately they are the gathering place for most families. We see what it takes to design a great kitchen, take a look at hot bench top options from Laminex, the latest colour offerings from Miele Appliances, and a number of great inclusion ideas from Southern Innovations.

We won’t go as far as calling this our ‘kitchen issue’ but we are fairly sure we’ve covered most bases when it comes to the busiest part of the house. We’ve really enjoyed putting this publication together, and hope you enjoy reading it.

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The Glebe on Display

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Get the look

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Family features

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Kitchen design 101

The Classic Constructions team

10 Miele goes mink 11 Five kitchen must-haves 12 Kitchen surfaces by Laminex 14 A sustainable kitchen 16 Design trends

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SMART DESIGN AND A HIGH LEVEL OF INCLUSION HAVE ACHIEVED A LEVEL OF UNDERSTATED LUXURY IN THIS HOME

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THE GLEBE ON

Display ARCHITECT TONY TROBE AND INTERIOR DESIGNER MELINDA BOAG WALK US THROUGH CLASSIC CONSTRUCTION’S NEW DISPLAY HOME. In recent times, as town planners look to reduce sprawl and homeowner’s lifestyles have changed, the average suburban block has been steadily downsizing; and what we call a ‘full sized’ block today would be seen as quite modest when compared to the new home blocks from our parent’s generation. Priorities have changed for the modern family, and the sprawling lawns of yesteryear are giving way to smaller outdoor areas that are more clearly designed for particular lifestyle uses and activities. Building on a smaller block poses some challenges for designers, and a smart design will ensure that we use space efficiently and maintain street appeal with our new home. The Glebe, Classic Constructions’ beautiful new display home at Googong, demonstrates how intelligent design can make the most of a modest block.

Planning guidelines for Googong include smaller front yards and the inclusion of front balconies as a strategy to encourage a closer community feel in the new township. Classic Constructions wanted to deliver a home with a strong street presence, and employed the services of architect Tony Trobe to help them achieve that for The Glebe.

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THE OVERALL EFFECT IS OF SPACE AND EASY FLOW

Tony believes in creating a frontage with what he calls ‘good manners’.

Something that is understated yet interesting to the passer by. “I think that a house frontage should have a combination of things,” he says.

“A palette, I suppose you could say— one that is the articulation of the front.

That means not having a flat façade, and splitting the elements up.” His vision for The Glebe is realised with a number of features. A cantilevered deck for the front balcony, a wing wall that sticks out and a mixture of materials that include timber, concrete, render that combine to achieve the desired palette. “The house has a nice scale,” adds Tony.

Understatement notwithstanding, The Glebe communicates a strong street presence with a high ceilinged entry and formal lounge room which give the appearance of a two storey home.

The front of the home acts as a sophisticated parent’s retreat featuring high ceilings and two eye-catching and innovative polished render feature walls—one in the entry, and the other framing a gas fireplace that adds warmth and character to the room. Interior designer Melinda Boag says the concrete look is achieved by rendering an applied surface to a foam board wall and then

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polishing it to give it the appearance of polished concrete. “The outcome is a very sophisticated look that is far more affordable for most people than actual polished concrete” says Melinda.

The design maximises space, with multiple indoor and outdoor living areas, including northern and southern courtyards that integrate seamlessly to flood the hub of the home with natural light and provide attractive outlooks.

The spacious north-facing alfresco area—with automatic retractable awning roof and outdoor kitchen—provides year round dining and living, while the south facing summer courtyard offers an additional connection with the outdoors.

Both areas are alcoves that bring an outdoor feel right into the main living area. “From an architect’s perspective, it’s about getting the most important aspects of the house in the right spot,” says Tony. “The block has a long narrow axis, with one side facing north, so we’ve created this inside-outside aspect.

The idea for this part of the house is that it is effectively one room thick, and we’ve now got access to outside spaces on both sides of the room.” The result is a family friendly home, functional for growing or mature families, with a flexible layout that presents multitude of lifestyle options.

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The spacious kitchen sits prominently in the central living area, providing a comfortable, flexible space for a family.

Decked out with Laminex Timber veneer feature panels and stone bench tops with a waterfall edge, it proclaims an ethos of subtle modernity that is reinforced with high quality appliances from Miele and smooth as silk softclose drawers. “We’ve used quite a high level of inclusion in this kitchen,” says designer Melinda. “The engineered timber veneer we have used allows us to specify a wonderful timber finish and ensures that we get an even colour all the way through. The reconstituted stone we specified for the bench tops is highly practical, and all in all, it gives us a simple and practical design.”

In the rear wing, a designer bathroom with luxury fixtures and finishes brings the day spa into the home. “We wanted to create a feeling of luxury to the main bathroom,” says Melinda “so we chose a free standing bath and the lovely neutral tones on the walls to give it a relaxed atmosphere.”

The home features a range of ‘liveable’ design features, such as open plan living spaces and a flexible layout that can be adapted to suit the homeowner’s individual needs. At the end of the hall, an open study area looks out through the south-facing outdoor space and back toward the kitchen. Interestingly, this allows parents to actually keep an eye on the kids from the main living area without having to interrupt them.

Smart design and a high level of inclusion have achieved a level of understated luxury in this home. A sense of flexibility and easy living has been achieved with the carefully thought out placement of the two indoor living areas, two outdoor living spaces, open study area, and a bedroom that can be used as separate guest quarters.

The overall effect is one of spaciousness, proving that bigger isn’t always better.

Through clever design that emphasises quality, The Glebe delivers a home that enhances the homeowner’s lifestyle.

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Individualisation takes on a whole new level with custom made decorative Laminex screens and partitions, featured both indoors and out at The Glebe. These stunning laser cut panels can be used to define or divide existing areas, provide privacy, control light and create a striking and unique aesthetic feature.

Nothing embodies cosiness and warmth more than a beautiful fireplace.

And thanks to the great advances in technology and design, you can enjoy all the benefits of an open fire, without the hard work.

The Rinnai Symmetry gas log flame fire, featured in the formal living room of the Glebe, creates a focal point with its stylish fascia and sleek design. Best of all it comes with a full function remote and a highly efficient 4.2 Star energy rating.

Once you’ve selected the Laminex material you want to use, either create your own design or choose one from the existing Laminex templates, and they will laser-cut them for you

For this or similar products, visit www.rinnai.com.au

For details, call The Laminex Group Fyshwick Showroom on (02) 6295 7059.

GET THE LOOK INDUSTRIAL AESTHETIC A STATEMENT IN STONE The humble powder room at the The Glebe has been transformed into a stylish sanctuary thanks to the ‘wow’ feature of the Crest Basin from Apaiser. It’s freestanding stone composite style is not only sleek and elegant, but also highly practical when it comes to cleaning!

The sophistication of polished concrete has been recreated in the entryway of The Glebe through a surprisingly affordable method. Rendered concrete is applied to foam boards and then polished to create a distinctly urban feel.

The textured surface is then highlighted by strip LED lighting fixed to the base of the wall.

You can find this and similar designs at Southern Innovations in Fyshwick or Mitchell.

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FAMILY FEATURES

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AS OUR LIVES GET BUSIER, IT’S EASY FOR HOMEWORK, STUDY AND THE ENDLESS PROCESS OF ORGANISING THE HOME’S ADMINISTRATION TO START TAKING OVER THE DINING ROOM TABLE, BEDROOM OR COFFEE TABLE IN FRONT OF THE COUCH. NOT ONLY ARE THESE PLACES ERGONOMICALLY INCORRECT, THEY’RE OFTEN POSITIONED WHERE THE DISTRACTIONS OF TV, TOYS AND ELECTRONICS ABOUND.

Cue the study nook—an accessible and easily integrated space that is dedicated to the process of study without being completely cut off from the rest of the home.

Positioned in the ‘dead space’ at the end of the hallway, but directly visible through the kitchen window, the study nook in The Glebe is ideal for the typical family who need to juggle the demands of school, work, home administration and social media sessions.

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Children who need to concentrate on homework have a dedicated quiet space in which to concentrate, whilst parents can keep a watchful gaze through the kitchen window to monitor Internet usage and procrastination.

Similarly parents can benefit from a devoted space for paying bills, balancing the budget and late night Skype sessions, without the distractions of the main living areas.

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Deciding on a space for a study nook is critical in terms of the occupant’s lifestyle. The key essentials include an area that doesn’t invite a lot of traffic, natural light and, if you have school age children, visibility from high usage areas.

The result is a streamlined and highly useful space that benefits everyone.

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The Glebe is hallmarked by its intelligent design that maximises space. Featuring high ceilings, multiple indoor living areas that seamlessly flow to two outdoor living areas, a parents retreat and clever use of storage, you’ll always feel spoilt.

DISCOVER THE LUXURY OF SPACE The Glebe Display Home, 4 Bonarba Link, Googong NSW | OPEN Monday to Wednesday and Saturday to Sunday, 10am – 5pm

KITCHEN DESIGN 101

The kitchen is arguably the most important room in the home. It’s where families gather and—along with bathrooms—it communicates mood.

Choice of appliances, surfaces and layout will dictate how we perceive the home’s style. Whether traditional or modern, the design cues will be found here. That said, it has to be a functional and practical space as well. We ask interior designer Melinda Boag what makes a great kitchen.

What can you tell us about workspace triangles?

In a kitchen the working triangle is the relationship between the cooktop, fridge and sink. The distance between these appliances should not exceed 7metres in length to make it practical and usable. No other appliances should intrude into the triangle if possible, such as dishwasher door or oven openings because the flow in the triangle should be as free as possible.

What is the best way to manage traffic in a kitchen?

The Working Triangle is the most important part of the traffic flow.

Other things to keep in mind are entries and exits into the kitchen, ideally two entries to the kitchen is preferable.

The correct distance between benches is also important, so more than one person can work in the kitchen at any given time. Also access to high use areas such as fridge and pantry should be on the periphery of the space so as to be easily accessible.

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How important is storage in a kitchen?

Practical storage is crucial to the workability of a kitchen. There needs to be a place for everything that is both accessible and practical. A combination of drawers and cupboards is desirable.

Drawers give you the added advantage of three layers of storage as opposed to two, also the ability to reach the back of

THE WORKING TRIANGLE IS THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF THE TRAFFIC FLOW.

the space. Some cupboards are needed for items that don’t suit drawers. Narrow shelving is more easily viewed and means you don’t tend to “lose” items.

Some “gadgets” on the market enhance awkward storage areas, such as pull-out corners, built-in spice racks, pull-out bins etc.

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When choosing surfaces and colours, what should be considered?

These two things should be considered carefully, as they both can add to longevity of the kitchen. Materials for bench tops and doors should be hardy, stain, and impact-resistant. Colours should not follow trends too closely as this will date the space, but should be chosen to stand the test of time and reflect the home as a whole.

When it comes to cooking appliances, what’s your preference?

Advances are being made in this area all the time, there is no right or wrong when it comes to gas or electric for example.

What is important is that you purchase a reputable product with a good warranty and after sales service. Another thing to keep in mind is that it is easy to over-specify and purchase products with all the bells and whistles, with the price tag to match. Be practical, take a step back, and try to be analytical. Do you really need to spend the big bucks or is something more simple just fine?

Miele INCLUDES THE KITCHEN

Mink

WARM, SENSUAL AND EARTHY, MINK IS FAST BECOMING TODAY’S ‘IT’ COLOUR IN KITCHEN APPLIANCES.

A new and innovative colour option is one of four bold choices available from Miele in 2014. This luscious chocolate tone adopts the character of its environment, blending harmoniously into contemporary kitchen design to enhance and complement other elements within the space.

Miele initiated this colour choice in response to the growing trend toward warm and inviting natural, earthy tones as reflected in today’s colour palette for soft furnishings. According to Miele’s Rudi Niemoeller, the enthusiasm for Mink among Australian consumers and architects has certainly exceeded all expectation.

“The Mink series tests the limits of design, demonstrating what can be achieved through colour options that stimulate the imagination,” says Mr. Niemoeller. “Introducing this specialty colour with its glass finish allows us to meet the demand of what we felt was a void in the premium appliances market.”

Alongside Mink, Miele’s inclusion of Brilliant White and elegant Obsidian Black follows the latest in international kitchen trends. In Europe, the share of

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white coloured kitchens at the high end of the kitchen market is, in some countries, as high as 50 percent, while for those who favour the traditional design principles using stainless steel, Miele’s Generation 6000 Cooking Appliances are also available in CleanSteel—Miele’s stainless steel finish.

“The four carefully-considered colour choices within our new kitchen appliance range have created a substantial increase in interest and demand within the Australian market,” continues Mr. Niemoeller. “The breadth of our colour options has captured the imagination of professionals and homemakers because it offers remarkable opportunities for truly tailored kitchen design.”

Miele Australia unveiled the technologically ground breaking Generation 6000 range of Cooking Appliances—the result of five years of extensive product development—last October. As the most significant Miele product launch for the Australian market to date, Generation 6000 not only sets new benchmarks in premium household appliances but is aptly presented with the campaign motto, Design for Life.

The colour story of Miele Generation 6000 Cooking Appliances can be viewed at Miele Centres in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Perth, and available to order through specialised Miele Chartered Agents.

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5 SMART AND STYLISH INCLUSIONS FOR A MODERN KITCHEN

Whether it’s the laughter and conversation while cleaning the kitchen after a dinner party, helping the children with their homework as you prepare the evening meal, or simply sitting at the kitchen bench for a quiet coffee while you read a magazine, life happens in the kitchen.

In a modern open plan home, our kitchens have become showcases of style as well as function, so our inclusions need to work well and look smart.

We asked Mark Shepherd, the Southern Innovations showroom manager for Fyshwick, to give us the low-down on some smart and stylish new inclusions for your dream kitchen.

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Give your kitchen a feature mixer that showcases creativity and innovation.

Made of high-quality stainless steel, with up to 600 millimetre pull-out length and a stylish curved outline to suit any modern kitchen, the KWC Eve Sink Mixer even features LED that will subtly illuminate the stream of water.

NEKO LOCUS KITCHEN SINK Transform your kitchen with the sleek and functional industrial design of the Neko Locus kitchen sink. Style is exemplified in this edgy look.

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ASKO ICHEF Imagine an oven that cleans itself! Pyrolytic technology saves time and money cleaning your oven. Using super high temperatures, food residue and grime are turned into ash, which is then easily wiped away with a damp cloth.

HIGHLAND PROFESSIONAL SERIES RANGEHOOD The Highland range offers superior performance to extract those unwanted cooking fumes and odours from the kitchen. The professional series features powerful LED lighting and motor options, efficient cavity catchment and automatic shut-off timer.

KWC EVE SINK MIXER

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SMEG LINEAR AESTHETIC COFFEE MAKER Wake up to this stylish and powerful Smeg coffee machine, inbuilt to become a feature in your kitchen.

The glass and satin stainless steel finish is fingerprint proof. Coffee preparation is fully automatic with all the functions required to make quality coffee everytime.

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BENCHTOPS LAMINATE

SURFACE

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Thanks to advances in printing technology, you can have access to a myriad of stylish and contemporary looks in a cost-effective way compared with other benchtop surfaces. High pressure laminate (HPL) is formed around a thick substrate to make a laminate benchtop, which can deliver profiles such as bullnose or more contemporary slab-like stone looks. A range of edging options including laminate and acrylic products offer the flexibility to create a colour matched square-edge—without the traditional black line—to complete the look.

POLISHED CONCRETE Concrete is a tailor-made material that’s practical and aesthetic at the same time; and the opportunities for creative expression are many. It starts as a formless, watery mixture, which can be transformed into virtually any solid shape you desire. You can then grind, polish, stamp or stain it.

CHOOSING THE BEST MATERIALS FOR YOUR KITCHEN SURFACES

When deciding on your dream kitchen, the choice of material from which it’s built will ultimately reflect on the final outcome. Choosing the right material is one of the most important decisions you will make, and a number of things need to be considered: Functionality, durability, ease of cleaning, style, colour, surface finish, brand and of course price, will all be factors.

Laminex and Formica are Australia’s leading suppliers of kitchen surface materials. We ask them to give us a rundown of the modern surfaces on offer.

ENGINEERED STONE Engineered stone is a desirable material for many kitchen applications based on its durability, stain resistance, choice of modern colours and a variety of edge profiles. The product is a composite material made of small to medium pieces of stone bound together by resins.

ACRYLIC SOLID SURFACES Solid surfaces are manufactured from a coloured acrylic and, on occasion, polyester resin. An acrylic benchtop tradesperson fabricates the sheets, which can also be formed to create curves and organic shapes as part of the benchtop design. They can also be routered for functionality or design detailing.

NATURAL STONE For a premium natural stone benchtop, there are a number of materials available including granite, marble, limestone and soapstone. You can also choose between several edge treatments including full or half bull-nosed, pencil edged or bevelled. A stonemason fabricates the benchtop with specialised cutting and finishing equipment.

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SOLID TIMBER Solid timber benchtops are manufactured from blocks of natural timber and coated with several layers of clear high-gloss lacquer. A variety of profiles are possible, including pencil round, bull-nose, and colonial. Overall, the look offers a natural richness and depth with toning dependant on the timber species.

STAINLESS STEEL

THIN COMPACT LAMINATES

Stainless steel doesn’t corrode, rust or stain like regular steel. An alloy combination of chromium and iron, it comes in various grades and types so when you’re looking to add stainless steel to your kitchen, it’s important to choose a grade that will suit the use it’s intended for.

Laminate is an inexpensive splashback option for kitchen application except for directly behind cooking appliances.

You can choose from a variety of solid colours, abstract patterns, natural stone, and even tile patterns. It works best on flat walls, and can be easily installed yourself or by a fabricator.

CERAMIC TILES A traditional and typically inexpensive choice for splashbacks, ceramic tiles come in an enormous range of colours and finishes. For ease of clean, glossy surfaces are generally preferred to textured or patterned finishes.

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GLASS Glass benchtops offer a unique look with a touch of class. Common glass types include crafted, tempered, etched and textured. Each can be finished with mirror gloss or frosted/sandblasted surfaces to stunning effect, but regular cleaning may be required to keep marks and fingerprints under control.

This innovative, aluminium based material is the smart alternative to glass.

It offers the same high-gloss, premium look but at a fraction of the price. Some products also offer a unique flame retardant system that is suitable for use behind cooktops and can be bent to deliver seamless, join-free corners.

MELAMINE - ROLLED EDGE Rolled Edge Melamine faced door panels feature 2 seamless rolled melamine edges, with the remaining edges finished in matching or contrasting ABS edging colours. Slightly more expensive than melamine square edge doors, they’re available in a select number of decors, including woodgrains.

VINYL WRAPPED A vinyl wrapped door is made of an MDF panel that has been cut, routed and profiled to provide the desired style. This is adhered and covered with a vinyl foil that’s pressed to the door using heat and vacuum.

ENGINEERED STONE Engineered stone offers a clean, streamlined splashback effect which can be perfectly matched to your engineered stone benchtop for a fully integrated premium look.

STAINLESS STEEL

SPLASHBACKS

Stainless Steel creates a contemporary look in the kitchen with brushed stainless steel the most popular option. The brushed finish hides marks more easily than traditional reflective steel, but may still show streaks and fingerprints. Splashbacks can be cut to a standard size, with specialist installation recommended.

DOORS AND PANELS MELAMINE - SQUARE EDGE Melamine Square Edge door panels feature 1mm or 2mm ABS edges in either matching or contrasting colours.

Economical, easy to clean, and robust, they are generally recommended for kitchens that expect more wear and tear.

CLEAR FINISH OVER MELAMINE These doors feature a rich high-gloss clear coating over solid colours, patterns and woodgrains. Also available in opulent metallic high gloss finishes, these products are may come with matching or complementary edge finishes.

ACRYLIC SHEET BONDED Acrylic doors offer a high-gloss and often mirror-like premium look. They’re made from an acrylic surfaced material that is adhered to a substrate. Suitable for applications where a super high gloss look is desired.

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A GREENER KITCHEN IS A SMARTER KITCHEN. AUSTRALIA CAN BE A HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT FOR A KITCHEN.

Our energy bills are among the highest in the developed world and we are vulnerable to severe drought. With climate change becoming a concerning reality to many of us, reducing our carbon footprint is as crucial as ever.

Building a sustainable kitchen is not only a great way to become more ecofriendly, it adds equity to your home, and the money you spend translates into lower utility costs. By combining some old tricks with modern innovations building a green kitchen is simpler and smarter than ever.

Making intelligent decisions when it comes to your appliances is vital in maintaining a sustainable kitchen.

A great place to start is your tapware.

On average, kitchen faucets are replaced every twenty years so a stylish, efficient option is a wise and rewarding investment. Look for fittings with a WELS (Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards) label. Installing a tap with a five star rating or higher could save 3500 litres of water per year, and lower your annual carbon footprint by an impressive 1.7 tonnes. This equates to about 1700 kwh of saved energy, which will save your family up to three-hundred dollars per year.

Induction stovetops are another way to make any kitchen greener. A typical induction stove is about 80% energy

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efficient, which is twice as sustainable as gas and 50% more so than conventional electric stovetops.

Not only is it important to update appliances smartly; proper maintenance ensures a longer working life and less of a strain on the environment. Cleaning your refrigerator coils twice annually and defrosting frozen items in the fridge as opposed to kitchen bench maximises the energy expended in your kitchen.

Managing and recycling waste astutely is a massive way to boost the efficiency of any kitchen. Composting has multiple benefits that go beyond simply minimising waste. Using compost as a fertiliser vastly enhances soil structure, fostering superior nutrient content and maximising water retention: this means healthier crops with less water.

Furthermore, utilising treated grey-water to irrigate your garden will provide your plants with much-needed phosphorus and nitrogen. Beyond irrigation, you can safely use grey-water in your washing machine and for the flush in your toilet.

From the appliances you choose to the habits you form in your household, engineering a sustainable and environmentally friendly kitchen is easy and rewarding.

Miele keeps your vision pure.

Impeccable green credentials, clean lines and futuristic, energy efficient functionality. Miele appliances are the best way to communicate your commitment to combining beautiful design with sustainability.

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Autumn DESIGN TRENDS

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POPS OF PURPLE Each year a secret committee put together by the Pantone Color Institute® chooses a colour of the year, that determines trends in fashion and interior design. Radiant Orchid, PANTONE 18-3224, paths the way for confidence and creativity in 2014 and is the perfect vibrant hue for livening up your home.

But, warns Melinda Boag, Interior Designer for Classic Constructions, try to avoid painting walls in this bold colour and use it instead in subtle doses injected through accent pieces and accessories.

Try pairing it with combinations of olive and deeper hunter greens for a more subdued effect or, if you really want to explore the growing trend of experimenting with colour, team it up with turquoise, teal and even orange.

GLAMOUR-HOUSE Gone are the sedate neutral coloured walls of previous years as 2014 makes way for darker moodier backdrops of black, navy and opulent wallpapers.

These daring palettes perfectly offset the objects that bring the glamorous look and feel to life—such as spectacular chandeliers, metallic accessories, black and white prints and gilt framed mirrors. This look is all about creating a sense of individuality, drama and personal mystique.

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IN FULL BLOOM Big florals and chintz’s are popping up everywhere in fashion and décor. To give this tried and true look an edgy feel, mix it up with other graphic patterns such as stripes and checks.

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