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KITCHENS B AT H R O O M S INTERIORS

Four decades of turning dreams to reality for kitchen visionary

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Welcome...

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We celebrate a big milestone for the designerati awards in this issue – our 21st anniversary! – and we marked the occasion in real style with a spectacular afternoon and evening at Wembley Stadium in November.

For those who were there to join the fun, a huge thank you from me and the whole designerati team for your support for the awards, and in turn for helping to recognise and salute the very best in K&B design innovation and creativity.

Over 21 years, we’ve seen trends come and go, but the challenges facing designers seem to multiply with each year. Material and product spec options continue to broaden, client’s expectations and demands grow and grow, and all the while, costs are soaring for anyone trying to run a business.

But as we’ve so often seen in this industry, adversity really can be a force for good. It leads to re-evaluation, reinvention and a

“AS WE’VE SO OFTEN SEEN IN THIS INDUSTRY, ADVERSITY REALLY CAN BE A FORCE FOR GOOD” reassessment of the status quo. It can also lead to truly innovative new products, interior schemes and ways of thinking. So truly ‘hats off’ to everyone who continues to succeed against such odds, for battling through some of these challenges and continuing to seek ways of turning them into creative opportunity.

All of this year’s finalists have done just that, and that’s why they deserve our fulsome congratulations for getting to this stage of our awards process. So, a very hearty ‘well done’ to all of the finalists and winners in this year’s designerati awards and thank you for the role you have played in delivering for your clients, for pushing the industry’s creative reputation and, hopefully, for inspiring others to strive to achieve similar in their work too.

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December 2023 / January 2024 Issue 274

6 SOURCE Our round-up of the people, products, and places that matter from across K&B design, including the RIBA House of the Year, and a look at Cosentino’s sparkling new London showroom

10 DESIGNERATI AWARDS 2023 Full coverage of our annual awards event, celebrating the very best in design talent

12 KITCHEN DESIGN AWARDS All the winners from our Super Luxe, Over £40k and Under £40k kitchen categories

20 MARK WILKINSON AWARD FOR LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT Reflecting on the hugely influential creative output of Italian architect and designer Piero Lissoni

22 BATHROOM DESIGN AWARDS The winners and finalists from across this year’s bathroom categories

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28 BRITISH DESIGN & MANUFACTURING AWARD Recognising the very best in homegrown design and craftsmanship

30 INTERNATIONAL DESIGN AWARD Surveying the very best in creative projects from outside the UK

32 SERVICES TO THE INDUSTRY AWARD Well-deserved recognition for Callerton Co-founder James Herriot

38 NEW DESIGNER OF THE YEAR Showcasing some of the very best new talent from across the kitchen and bathroom sector

40 PRODUCT INNOVATION AWARDS All the gold winners from this year’s crop of new launches across kitchens, bathrooms, materials and technology

48 SHOWROOM OF THE YEAR Well-deserved plaudits for some of the very best retail and trade show spaces

60 THE YEAR IN PRODUCTS A look back at some of our new product highlights from the past 12 months

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Elemental Thinking Mercurio is the latest addition to the CRL Quartz collection from CRL Stone. Featuring a soft grey veining, the surface is intended to offer an industrial-style touch to a kitchen space.

Available in thicknesses of 20mm and 30mm, Mercurio comes in a slab size of 3300 x 1650 mm, making it suitable for large areas including kitchen islands.

CRL Quartz is scratch, heat and stain resistant and, unlike natural materials such as marble, it does not need to be sealed, is non-porous and can be cleaned with soap and water or a mild detergent.

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Natural Selection Green House, a family home inspired by nature, designed by Hayhurst & Co, has been named RIBA House of the Year 2023. The project creatively reimagines a typical terraced house, replacing an existing property down an alleyway, on a confined urban plot. Clad in polycarbonate panels and screened with dense planting, the discrete exterior hides a highly unusual, compact new home.

The Riad-inspired urban oasis is flooded with greenery and natural light and has been described

by RIBA’s jury as a ‘domestic greenhouse’ and ‘extraordinary ordinary house’.

Located in a conservation area in Tottenham, the doubleaspect views to the gardens and a roof terrace further emphasise the property’s interrelation to its former, surrounding greenery. The atrium’s rooflights bring daylight into the heart of the home, casting shadows on the walls and changing with each season.

Hayhurst & Co delivered the vision of owners Tom and Amandine who wanted to create a low-cost, functional five-bedroom home for their growing family, that maximised living space, gave a sense of airiness and access to nature.

On the ground floor, the kitchen, dining and living areas flow into one other with an occasional step in level, and can

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be subdivided by floor-to-ceiling sweeping curtains. Photographer Tom utilises the generous space and ceiling height to host shoots.

Bold, green-painted steel stairs are the core feature of a vast and dramatic central atrium leading to the bedrooms and bathrooms.

The house embraces a ‘biophilic design’ approach. The

atrium, bamboo planting and exterior sliding polycarbonate screens, reference the verdant character and market gardens that once stood on the back land plot and blur the boundaries between indoors and outside spaces. The screens and planting also enable the family to adjust the levels of privacy and ventilation.

Intelligent use of materials, including Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) walls, reclaimed concrete blocks and recycled cork rubber flooring maximise the energy efficiency of the property, while the central block form is an efficient approach to reduce operational energy use. Air-source heat pumps and solar panels are in use to also reduce energy demand.

Dido Milne, Chair of the jury, said: “Green House is a true oasis within the city. It is both airy and cosy, bold yet respectful of its neighbours. Your eye is simultaneously drawn upwards to open sky and down and out across the living room to verdant greenery.

“The close architect and client relationship, with a joint desire to deliver a truly sustainable home, is evident in all of the design decisions and detailing. On a confined urban site, the house was delivered to a tight budget with an economy of means – and it remains richer for it. Nowhere do you feel the site or budget was restricted. It feels both luxurious, homely, deeply private and relaxing. It’s an extraordinary ordinary house and a remarkable collaboration.”

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designerati awards 2023 All the winners and finalists from the industry’s most coveted design honours…

DESIGNERATI AWARDS 2023

11 The designerati awards celebrated its 21st anniversary in style with a huge afternoon and evening party at Wembley Stadium. The event, in association with headline sponsor Quooker, saw the UK’s leading kitchen and bathroom designers, architects, and manufacturers rewarded for their creative excellence over the past year.

Hosted by comedian Tom Allen, hundreds of leading figures from across the industry gathered for the event, which once again lived up to its reputation as the most important K&B networking event of the year.

The full results from this year’s awards feature in this issue, including all the very best kitchen and bathroom projects plus this year’s gold winners from the product innovation categories.

Further coverage – including reactions from many of this year’s winners – can be found online at designerati.co.uk. Many congratulations to all of this year’s finalists and winners in what was another hugely competitive year of design excellence. designerati awards / designerati.co.uk

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Super Luxe Kitchen Design of the Year Focusing on projects at the higher end of the kitchen budget spectrum…

WINNER: David Conlon, En Masse Bespoke Interiors Material mastery at its finest in this luxury American black walnut kitchen with black ceramic and blue Roma worktops. With a top-end spec throughout, the stunning centrepiece of David’s creation is an island that really showcases the craftsmanship at work in this bespoke design.

(Pictured left to right) Helen Lord, Co-Founder of category sponsor UKE Home Solutions, and Rehome, the Kitchen, Bedroom, Bathroom outlet, with David Conlon and awards host Tom Allen

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13 FINALISTS: Richard Anderson, Poggenpohl Group UK Kieron Bell, Designer Kitchens & Interiors Dorian & Babette Bowen, Project One Charlie Smallbone, Ledbury Studio

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Above: Dorian & Babette Bowen, Project One

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Kitchen Designer of the Year (Over £40,000) With the most entries of all categories, the Over 40k Kitchen shortlist was of exceptional quality, and unearthed a winner full of imagination and well-crafted detail…

WINNER: Rob Streather, Shape Works Material layering at its finest in this whitewashed oak slatted kitchen featuring LED lighting, and stone kitchen island, set against a light grey polished concrete floor. Aside from its striking aesthetics, Rob’s design is truly feature-packed with, among other things, slat openings at high level for a concealed AC system and pull-out shelves for coffee making.

(Pictured left to right) Mary Williams and Rob Streather of Shape Works, Jo Jackson, Head of Product Management for UK & Ireland at category sponsor Fisher & Paykel, and awards host Tom Allen

KITCHENS OVER £40,000

15 FINALISTS: Alan Drumm, Uncommon Projects Simon Pirie in collaboration with WN Interiors, Simon Thomas Pirie Tyler Smith, Hubble Kitchens & Interiors

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Kitchen Designer of the Year (Under £40,000) A diverse range of projects battled it out for this category, ultimately won by a scheme full of subtle design touchpoints and clever integration with the rest of the home…

WINNER: Rui Rodrigues, Scott Donald Architecture Taking inspiration from the heritage of this Grade II listed property, the kitchen includes subtle design references to the work of prominent local architect James Harrison. The scheme balances this with modern living, a rich material palette, and a seamless flow between indoors and outside.

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18 FINALISTS: Rita Costa, Kingsey Furniture and Interiors Matthew Gorvin, Hub Interiors Dan Stronge, Jones Britain

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As a premier distributor of furniture-making materials in the UK and Ireland, James Latham’s commitment to exceptional service is more than a claim – so we wanted our customers to confirm it…

In a survey of nearly 18,000 customers, over 80% scored us 8/10 or above for service, with a third giving a full 10/10. As John McCaffrey, from Starbank Panel Products Limited, puts it: “We choose to trade with James Latham because of the product range, the people, and the trust we have built over 40 years. They are an integral part of our supply chain and a partner to our business.”

Matt Kelly, joiner at Plaey, added: “I love how passionate and engaged the staff are at James Latham. It never feels like a sales pitch, more like a collaboration.”

These comments not only highlight our massive selection of timber and decorative materials, but also the importance of the ‘people’ element within the business.

Our skilled materials and logistics professionals have the specialist knowledge needed to help customers make the right choices – and always go the extra mile to ensure their needs are met.

Andy Hall, from Retail Furniture Ltd, added: “James Latham’s knowledge of products is second to none. They’re always happy

to help, going the extra mile to find and transfer products from other branches when they’re not immediately available.”

It’s this robust supply chain which helps us consistently keeps up with demand. 13 strategically-placed UK and Irish depots hold over 75,000m3 of stock and our fleets operate day and night, ensuring daily, nationwide deliveries and swift responses to short-lead requests.

Matt Cox, from SJC Bespoke Joinery Ltd, said: “I would highly recommend James Latham to anyone. They respond quickly to quotes, and if you have any queries about your orders, they’ll help in any way they can. Delivery is always prompt, and their teams always go the extra mile – they once unloaded all the stock for me in the pouring rain!”

Achieving this level of customer satisfaction is not something that’s happened overnight. We’ve been in business for over 265 years, constantly innovating to address the needs of every client, whether they’re a solo joiner or large-scale manufacturer.

To help us live up to our hardwon reputation, we’re embedding a 24-point ‘Lignum Charter’ at all of our depots to ensure customers’ needs – be that nextday deliveries, increased operating hours or enhanced expertise – are consistently met.

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Mark Wilkinson Award for Lifetime Achievement Italian architecture and industrial design powerhouse Piero Lissoni has won this year’s honorary lifetime achievement award for his decades of creative vision and inspiration

Piero Lissoni, winner of the 2023 Mark Wilkinson Award for Lifetime Achievement

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The Mark Wilkinson Award for Lifetime Achievement is named in memory of one of the industry’s finest designers whose impact on the kitchen and furniture industry still resonates today, some six years after his passing.

The list of past winners of our Lifetime Achievement Award really is a remarkable roll call of industry giants. It includes names such as Robin Levien, Johnny Grey, Karim Rashid, Marc Newson, Matteo Thun, Zaha Hadid, Sieger Design, Arik Levy, Dick Powell & Richard Seymour, Roberto Palomba, and Phillippe Starck.

This year’s winner is a giant of industrial design in the Italian bathroom, furniture and hospitality sectors. Piero Lissoni is an architect, art director and designer, recognized as one of the masters of contemporary design. For over thirty years, he has developed projects the world over in the fields of architecture, landscapes and interiors, as well as in product and graphic design.

Projects are as wide-ranging as they are beautiful, and include work on private villas, residential buildings, offices, restaurants, hotels, theatres and yachts.

As well as being Founder and Design Principal for his own Milan- and New York-based design studio, he is also art director for big interiors brands including Alpi, B&B Italia, Boffi, Living Divani, Porro and Sanlorenzo, among others.

He has already received a host of international awards, including the Good Design Award, the Red Dot Award and the Compasso d’Oro. Martin Allen-Smith, Editor of designerati, said: “Throughout all of his output over the years, there have been some ever-present watchwords – simplicity, functionality, and beauty. His furniture and interiors always take a pared-back form, with minimalist lines, and finishes that embrace natural materials. His eye for proportion is also what truly sets him apart and, a desire to steer clear of ‘boring functionalism’ and instead bring a little of his beloved Italian lifestyle into everything he does.”

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Super Luxe Bathroom Design of the Year Sumptuous styling and creative visions of luxury abound in this selection of high-end bathroom projects…

WINNER: Gavin Farrington, ROCCIA This master ensuite bathroom exudes a dark and luxurious style with black tiles and copper details. An unconventional space required an unconventional design and Gavin carried the theme through while at the same time delivering sustainable solutions for his eco-conscious clients.

(Pictured left to right) Juan Pillay, Marketing Director, Bathroom Brands Group, with winner Gavin Farrington and awards host Tom Allen

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23 FINALISTS: Lynsey Rowe, Obsidian Interiors Adam Wollerton, Bathroom + Kitchen Eleven Yousef Mansuri, C.P. Hart

Above: Lynsey Rowe, Obsidian Interiors

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Bathroom Designer of the Year (Over £15,000) Contrasting styles, layouts and configurations made for a fascinating selection of bathroom schemes for the judges to consider…

WINNER: Alison Evans, Obsidian Interiors With a brief inspired by an Italian hotel suite, the client wanted drama and a host of functions, textures and materials. Alison reconfigured the space to accommodate this wish list, turning the limited light in the room to an advantage with some statement dark wood and graphite fittings to echo the luxury colour theme.

(Pictured left to right) Juan Pillay, Marketing Director at the Bathroom Brands Group on behalf of category sponsors the Bathroom Manufacturers Association, with Alison Evans and awards host Tom Allen

BATHROOM DESIGNER OF THE YEAR OVER £15,000

25 FINALISTS: Daniella Fantini-Griffiths, The Tap End Fredi Maria Rees, C.P. Hart Jemma Morton, Day True

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Bathroom Designer of the Year (Under £15,000) Creative space solutions were among the key designs in the under £15k category…

WINNER: Lynsey Rowe, Obsidian Interiors Hidden away in a Georgian townhouse in Cheltenham, this statement ensuite bathroom and wardrobe space features plenty of surprises, including a central marble basin and tiles, plus gold fittings.

(Pictured left to right) Andy Noble, Managing Director at category sponsor CD UK, with Lynsey Rowe and awards host Tom Allen

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27 FINALISTS: Helen Brown, Ripples Chichester Rebecca Lowe, VitrA Hannah Bardwell, C.P. Hart

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British Design & Manufacturing Award Among an exceptionally high-level of finalists, unique and ambitious craft skills were up front and centre in this year’s winning project…

WINNER: Charles Elwell, Kitchens

by Holloways Traditional craftsmanship was at the heart of this design. The kitchen utilises linoleum with a birch-ply edge to the door, drawer and exterior panels, giving a natural and unique look. A close collaboration with the client throughout this project helped in the creation of a beautiful blend of old and new.

(Pictured left to right) James Rayner, Brand Manager at category sponsor Westin, with Charles Elwell and awards host Tom Allen

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29 FINALISTS: Phil Durkin, Design Studio Ayr Joe Turner, Inglis Hall Hayley & Tony Robson, Day True

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International Design Award Bold projects from outside of the UK were considered for our international category, topped by a kitchen full of material creativity…

WINNER: Lori Carroll, Lori Carroll & Associates Spectacular stone surfacing and walnut cabinetry form the basis of this lesson in material mastery by Arizonabased Lori Carroll. Close attention to detail meant that all aspects of the space have been carefully curated; from the integrated appliances to the bookmatched Calacatta quartzite flooring, the scheme combines industrial forms with natural surfaces to stunning effect.

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James Herriot (right) receives the Services to the Industry Award from designerati Editor Martin Allen-Smith

Services to the Industry Award On the 40th anniversary of the North-East-based kitchen manufacturer, Callerton Co-Founder James Herriot has been announced as the winner of the Services to the Industry Award The Services to the Industry honour is reserved for an individual whose efforts in the sector extend way beyond the norm in terms of the wider impact that their work has had on the industry. This year’s winner has had an incredible career in kitchens, in which he has stayed true to a set of core visions and beliefs that have stood the test of time.

James Herriot’s career began with property development in the 1970s, but soon transitioned to a focus on kitchens in the early 80s. He and his business partner Gordon Stanger-Leathes spotted what they considered to be a few gaps in the industry’s offering at the time, so they set about creating their own new kitchen business, prioritising practicality, design, and installation.

Martin Allen-Smith, Editor of designerati, said: “Callerton celebrates

its 40th anniversary this year. And I think everyone can appreciate what a remarkable achievement in itself that is. It has been done in no small part due to an emphasis on partnership and collaboration, not least with a longestablished network of retailers – built up over time through trust and close working relationships – who share the same passion for quality and excellence.

“Partnership too with other suppliers, helping to co-ordinate a group of key brands to combine resources and ideas on marketing the three core pillars of successful kitchen projects: great design, great products, and great project management.”

Herriot has contributed more widely too, as a former chairman of the KBSA with a genuine and personal passion for education and training within the industry.

Recently stepping down as Chairman of Callerton, he has recently turned his considerable skills to writing, penning a book during the pandemic called The Sabbatical, a poignant letter to his grandchildren juxtaposing the highs of life with it inevitable lows.

And readers will soon be treated to another tome – Insights to Kitchen Design – encapsulating his passion and vast experience in the world of kitchen design.

Sharing his perspectives in this way is also very much in-keeping with the philosophy that he and Stanger-Leathes have strived for since founding Callerton 40 years ago – based on the aim of ‘turning dreams to reality’.

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Awards host Tom Allen

Glittering after party entertainment from Miss Disco

Best outfit of the year surely must go to Alan and Maria Crawford

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Phil and Helen Lord of awards sustainability partner UKE Home Solutions, and Rehome, the Kitchen, Bedroom, Bathroom outlet

The team from Simon Taylor Furniture

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designerati Editor Martin Allen-Smith (left) presents Callerton’s James Herriot with the Services to the Industry Award

Headline sponsor Quooker’s Stephen Johnson with awards host Tom Allen

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Guests took advantage of the opportunity for photographs inside the iconic Wembley Stadium

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New Designer of the Year Celebrating emerging creative talent with less than three years’ experience working in the design sector…

WINNER: Andreya Ciampa, Lima Kitchens A young and busy family wanted to make the best and brightest out of the kitchen space in their converted barn. Andreya’s solution utilises white finishes with wooden touches for a homely and minimalist Scandistyle scheme.

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39 FINALISTS: Laura Gorvin, Hub Interiors Alex Gibbs, Bathroom + Kitchen Eleven Sam Coventry, Kitchen Connection of Ascot

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Product Innovation Awards Celebrating the most innovative new products from across kitchens and bathrooms…

KITCHEN PRODUCT GOLD WINNERS (Pictured clockwise from top left) Futurismo by GRAFF DESIGN RS60 Triple Zone Refrigerator by FISHER & PAYKEL Freestanding Kitchen by BUSTER + PUNCH CombiSteamer V6000 45M PowerSteam by V-ZUG (Pictured right) Speedwave XL by SMEG

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BATHROOM PRODUCT GOLD WINNERS (Pictured clockwise from top left) Vision by REXA Delia Zero Basin by ACQUABELLA 3ONE6 Lever by CROSSWATER Chiasso by BAGNODESIGN

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MATERIAL PRODUCT GOLD WINNERS (Pictured clockwise from top left) Urban Crush by SILESTONE DiamondFinish Induction Hob by MIELE Amtico Bio by AMTICO The Earth Collection by OPTIDEK & RED DOG GLASS DESIGN

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46 EDITOR’S CHOICE AWARD ERA by AGA

This special award is selected by the editor of designerati as a product worthy of special recognition for its innovation and creative vision. This year’s winner is ERA by AGA, a reinvention of the famous range cooker that brings a kitchen icon fully up-todate.

The ERA was developed by David Fisher, Chief Design Consultant to AGA, who was asked to consider how a new, disruptive and mould-breaking cooker from AGA might look and feel. Fisher said: “The use of glass lends ERA a liquid quality as the sleek black glass cascades down from the top. The design is clean, cohesive and beautiful while also functionally brilliantly capable. It is modern and progressive while also faithful to a heritage stretching back more than 100 years.”

Controlled by touchscreen, the cooker is topped with an induction hob beside a cast-iron hotplate. Alongside a fan oven, ERA also has two cast-iron ovens which cook using radiant heat.

Martin Allen-Smith, Editor of designerati, said: “It takes a great deal of care and attention to update a much-loved classic product, bringing it into the here and now without losing the essence of what made it so special in the first place. It represents a watershed moment for AGA and promises to be the starting point for more innovations to come.”

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Introducing ERA the glass AGA AGA ERA is a mix of evolution and revolution. It’s where technology meets design and where heritage meets modernity. And it’s where glass is used extensively for the first time to create a striking, unified aesthetic that is beautiful, contemporary and fits perfectly into a modern kitchen.

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Trade Showroom of the Year The best in showrooms for the trade K&B sector, with a diverse range of brands and spaces shortlisted…

WINNER: Caple Studio, Leeds This centrally-located showroom, based under the railway arches close to Leeds station, incorporates a dedicated cooking demonstration area, which provides bespoke Caple Experience Days for customers.

Feature walls showcase appliances and an extensive accessories collection. Two tap stands also provide samples of the brand’s comprehensive range and an island unit houses eight sink and tap collections, including the new SASO worktop sinks.

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49 FINALISTS: Bagnodesign, London Blanco, St Albans Buster + Punch, London

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Retail Showroom of the Year The best in show spaces for the retail K&B sector, with several superb new locations in contention for this year’s award

WINNER: Poggenpohl Hampstead Reopening after a 12-month closure caused by a fire, the fully refurbished showroom on London’s Finchley Road features several displays including two working kitchens as well as a presentation area and dining room for private functions. The complete building re-fit enabled the showroom to be completely reimagined, and the task has been completed in style.

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FINALISTS: Amy Jane Bathrooms & Interiors, Stafford Et Lorem, Reading Roundhouse Cheltenham

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Specifier of the Year With finalists nominated by key industry manufacturers, a new category created to recognise designers who go above and beyond to source and select the very best products

WINNER: Natalie Fry, Grid Thirteen Natalie’s extensive experience within the kitchen industry is brought to bear on projects for her Leedsbased studio. Collaborations on bespoke cooker hoods, the development of a line of locally-made furniture, and strong links with leading appliance and fittings brands all help to ensure the right specification for each project.

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Chantel Elshout, Chantel Elshout Studio Working on diverse projects from multi-unit developments to mid-size, and single unit residential properties, Chantel draws on a wide range of sources to keep up-to-date, building on supplier relationships established over more than 20 years to ensure the best products for every scheme.

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Brand Achievement of the Year Introducing a new category to highlight the often unseen achievements of some of the businesses in the K&B sector which have demonstrated new ideas, a progressive approach, and furthered their own brand and the wider industry.

WINNER: GROHE – GROHE Installer Vocational Training and Education (GIVE) Program (Pictured left to right) Timo Kurz, Training Leader, and Christopher Penney, Leader of GROHE’s GIVE program, with Michelle Daniels, Marketing & Communications Director at category sponsor BiKBBI, and awards host Tom Allen

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55 After noting the declining numbers of talented installers, and the need to spark a renewed interest in the installer field, GROHE initiated the GROHE Installer Vocational Training and Education (GIVE) Program to support, aid, and grow promising individuals.

With its GIVE Program, GROHE supports plumbing schools across the EMENA region with the training and education of aspiring young installers. GROHE enhances local school facilities by creating a uniform approach, with modern equipment, training material, experienced trainers, and a written examination that sets new industry standards. Each GIVE school is provided with a fully functioning installer-training space with modern equipment and training material.

After graduation, GROHE supports the students in gaining work experience or placements at GROHE partners. In the UK, a successful training facility of this kind has been running for several years with the Colchester Institute, with this blueprint being used internationally to provide skilled installers on a global scale. As of June 2023, the GIVE Program has over 65 collaborations

with schools in the EMENA region and aims to reach up to 100 schools and 5,000 students per year by the end of 2025.

Additional goals for the GIVE Program are to encourage more women into the profession to help bridge the gender gap – recent research suggests that less than 3% of the 150,000+ UK plumbers are female.

Elsewhere, the GIVE Program is continuing to work towards supporting young people in underserved communities in obtaining good prospects for the future by providing valuable skills and education, helping to enhance career potential. GIVE most recently graduated 50 students from Accra Technical training Centre in Ghana. The GIVE Program will also be active in Cameroon and Benin by the end of 2023.

Jonas Brennwald, Leader, LIXIL EMENA, said: “Our industry offers so many opportunities for young people around the globe who cannot only make a living but make a positive impact with plumbing for a sustainable future. Well trained and professional personnel are pivotal to our industry, and we’re committed to supporting and championing those starting out.”

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FINALIST: Westin – rebrand campaign A bold and ambitious rebrand programme came after detailed research with key customers to understand perceptions of the previous branding and to inform future direction. The end result adds to the brand’s reputation as ‘problem-solvers’ with an added emphasis on aspirational product design. The new ‘W’ marque, a shift to real kitchen photography instead of CGI, and showcasing the skilled individuals who create the company’s highly bespoke offering all combine in a brilliant exercise in how to refresh and renew a well-established brand.

FINALIST: Simon Taylor Furniture – apprenticeship scheme and craft skills open day In a partnership with Rycotewood College – where company founder Simon Taylor himself trained as a master cabinetmaker – a level 2 bespoke cabinetmaking apprenticeship programme sees apprentices learn on a part work-based scheme. Having run the scheme for two years, Simon Taylor Furniture this year held its first Apprenticeship Open Day offering the chance for potential recruits and their parents to visit the workshop to see furniture being hand-crafted by cabinetmakers and apprentices.

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The opulent, flowing aesthetic that adorned this year’s trophies were created from Corian® Solid Surface in Evening Prima, and in keeping with an established tradition, material supplier CDUK donated the trophies to celebrate the awards.

The trophies were designed as a tightknit collaboration between CDUK and the designerati team, as the supplier supports customers in the process of sourcing the best products and materials, and works closely with them on the design journey, helping them unlock their full potential through expert advice and technical knowledge.

With a strong reputation as the exclusive UK distributor of Corian® Solid, CDUK is also the supplier of other innovative surface materials, including PaperStone®, Polygood®, and M|R Walls, as well as complementary products from The 1810 Company. Most recently, CDUK became the exclusive supplier of VIVARI® basins and MIXA® sinks made from Corian® Solid Surface in the UK and Ireland, strengthening its portfolio of coordinating surfaces and products for kitchens, bathrooms, and washrooms.

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eleven single and eight double sinks, available in stainless steel, black, and white enamel, along with two extra-large stainless-steel options. These sinks, clad in Corian® Solid Surface, are delivered pre-fabricated for easy installation by the fabricator. This seamless combination of MIXA® sinks and Corian® Solid Surface worktops prevents joint and edge infiltration by liquids and dirt. Offering a blend of Corian® colour choices with the elegance of stainless steel or statementmaking black and white enamel bases, these sinks are durable, heat resistant, and hygienic. Additional accessories including drain covers, waste kits, grids, and baskets are also available.

The VIVARI® basin range is diverse, comprising of 93 models that include vanity tops, countertops, undermounted styles, and a singular freestanding basin. Customisable to design needs and available in various Corian® Solid Surface colours, these basins offer designers creative freedom and unique customisation options. VIVARI® basins are sturdy, non-porous, and easy to maintain, making them suitable for both bespoke bathrooms and commercial use.

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The 2023 designerati award trophies made from Corian® Solid Surface in Evening Prima

Both products further prove the design possibilities of Corian® Solid Surface, which can be used for endless applications, from worktops and splashbacks to sinks, basins, baths, and trophies! Above all, it’s a testament to the flexibility of the material not only for functionality but also for aesthetics. With a palette of over 90 colours, designers can craft myriad combinations to suit the diverse styles of their projects, truly embodying the spirit of innovation in design.

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Contract Kitchen Award A new category created to recognise excellence in delivering the very best levels of design and service to developers on multi-unit residential schemes…

WINNER: Quest Joinery Taking a retail approach while working within contract budgets, Quest Joinery has strived to deliver budget solutions for clients without compromising on the final result. Key to this has been the ability to provide a bespoke solution for developers across residential and commercial design projects.

The firm’s offering goes beyond its joinery roots, extending to provide bookmatched veneers, stone, glass, metal and lighting, often working within tight logistical and budgetary constraints.

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The iconic Sub-Zero look, reimagined The completely redesigned Classic series, with its fresh suite of innovative features, reaches new levels of refinement both inside and out.

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THE YEAR

Two colours, one look…

Dornbracht has given its classic fittings a new bicolour look with the option of two new finishes for its Meta and Vaia design series as well as the Tara lever variants. The handles and spout can be selected in different colours that can be combined in any way to ensure numerous options for individualisation.

The manufacturer offers a curated selection of finishes that can be presented in a variety of ways – whether in harmony with their surroundings or as a deliberate and expressive contrast.

For Vaia and Meta, for example, the Dornbracht x-tra Service recommends combining the Dark Chrome and Brushed Dark Platinum finishes. Tara with Matte Black levers can also be used to accentuate the product’s classical modernism and Art Déco style.

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IN PRODUCTS Hot top

Joined-up thinking

RAK Ceramics unveiled an innovative hidden cooking system in which the countertop operates as the hob.

With the cooking system integrated within the porcelain surface, the power of induction is brought into the equation, enabling the worktop to be used to heat the cookware placed on top without the surface getting hot.

Colour choices are varied, with a selection of marble, concrete, stone, wood or metal effect finishes available. The cooking component can be operated though a remote controller attached to the system or by app, allowing management of zone control, timer, power, temperature, and a security shutdown.

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Although not launched to market until early 2024, Italian manufacturer Elica revealed its LHOV design for the first time back in May. The appliance takes a bold approach of uniting a hob, hood and oven in one unit, utilising a single user interface.

Conceived and designed by Elica’s Chief Design Officer Fabrizio Crisà, the brand says that its latest addition establishes a new category in household appliances. Elica says the name LHOV evokes the three essential kitchen elements (hob, oven, ventilation), but also the ‘love’ that has led to the combination of them into a single product for the first time.

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Panel Show Shinnoki 4.0 is a new material from Decospan, making its mark amongst the UK’s kitchen furniture, fabricator and joinery community.

From honeyed oaks to smoky walnuts, the range of pre-finished, real-timber veneered panels is suitable for cabinetry, interior wall lining, and in-built furniture.

The product has its own dedicated profile on the James Latham Digital Showroom.

Here users can view product information, HD visualisations, order samples and speak to a material expert to make an informed decision before selection.

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Everything in its place French designer Philippe Starck brought some clear thinking to bear on his latest bathroom design for German bathroom brand Duravit.

Arranged like a Japanese lunchbox, the Bento Starck Box bathroom series features several internal compartments to enable items to be organised within the piece. With divided wet and dry areas, the basin and bathtub are intended to offer customisation in the way the user arranges their most-used toiletries and accessories within easy reach.

Presented for the first time at ISH 2023 in Frankfurt, Germany, the Bento Starck Box includes washbasin, toilet sets and a bathtub, and is designed to be combined with the dimensions of the furniture and taps of the Starck-designed White Tulip series. The 650mmwide washbasin is made from DuraCeram and offered alongside countertop basins in a range of sizes, all available in white and white satin matt.

Starck said: “I have been in Japan for periods of my life, and I was always so happy when I saw my bento lunch box arrive each day, because it was clear, it was serene. You know exactly where you will find the rice, the soup, or the sushi. It is perfect and simple.

“I have had bento boxes in my house for 50 years now. When I am in my bathroom, I want to be able to keep my mind very clear, so I considered how something like this could help with making a place for everything you need without thought. That’s why organisation is freedom, especially when it is also elegant.”

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Access all areas German bathroom manufacturer KEUCO teamed with industrial designers Studio F.A. Porsche to create a new barrier-free range of bathroom fixtures. The AXESS collection includes a minimally-styled folding support rail and rail system, grab rails and a freestanding stool to make the bathroom space fully accessible.

Christian Schwamkrug, Design Director at Studio F. A. Porsche, said: “It was our wish to meet the highest aesthetic demands and yet incorporate the specific needs of a barrierfree bathroom system. Our aim was to develop accessible bathroom products from a completely new perspective.

Timeless, very clear, aesthetic forms, permanently perceived as beautiful, even after many years.”

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Less is more British design studio Barber Osgerby teamed with Bette to develop the BetteSuno bathroom collection. The new range includes washbasins and a bath that combine visual lightness with the strength and durability of glazed titanium steel in a line-up created for use in a variety of projects including private homes, hotels and restaurants.

The collection includes two circular, one-piece washbasins made of glazed titanium steel: a bowl washbasin and a floor-standing washbasin. Edward Barber said: “The collection has a beautiful, handcrafted character and its sculptural qualities are emphasised by the circular and conical design.”

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Surface style Cosentino launched a new addition to its Silestone product offering with Le Chic, a range featuring six different designs. The product can be used in all areas in the house, with patterns featuring expressive veins and metallic accents that have been created to stand out against neutral backdrops like cream or deep blues and blacks. The collection includes six designs: Parisian Blue, Eclectic Pearl, Versailles Ivory, Victorian Silver, Bohemian Flame and Romantic Ash. Silestone / cosentino.com/en-gb/silestone/

Heart of the home Poggenpohl unveiled Heart of Gold, a kitchen that incorporates a hidden Gaggenau cooktop in a Consentino worksurface. The door fronts on the front of the island feature integrated cooktop controls and are made from the same material as the worktop. The red door front, seen on the units at the back on the tall wall units and oven housing is Burgundy Soft Matt, which is made from Fenix anti-fingerprint nanotechnology. The glass showcase cabinets also feature Burgundy Soft Matt internally.

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A classic reinterpreted Bathroom brand Laufen revealed a new interpretation of its iconic ILBAGNOALESSI collection, harnessing advances in materials and technology since the original range.

Designed by Stefano Giovannoni, the product is one of the brand’s longest-running and most successful collections.

In cooperation with design brand Alessi, Laufen has reinterpreted the range utilising Saphirkeramik, a material that enables thinner ceramic shapes. New washstands and washbasins have been created by Giovannoni, including basins with rounded forms in different sizes leading to the distinctive new Tuna washbasin whose long, organic form has been accentuated with a slim new profile. It is available in a countertop or built-in version, in a variety of finishes.

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Scandinavian appliance brand ASKO has teamed up with architect and designer Maxim Kashin to create a striking abstract Suprematist-patterned limited edition laundry range.

Suprematism – an artistic form developed by Russian artist Kasimir Malevich and based on the superiority of pure geometry and colour over established ideas about form and space – primarily utilises circles, lines and crosses. Kashin has reinterpreted the style with an interweaving of linear figures and the creation of an endless pattern.

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