FBC London | FBC Kitchens

INNOVATIVE FUNCTIONAL STYLE BEAUTIFULLY HANDCRAFTED IN ENGLAND

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INTRODUCTION CRAFTSMANSHIP

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BESPOKE CABINETRY HARDWARE FINISHES PARTNERSHIP

FBC Kitchens was developed in May 2017 by Fiona Barratt-Campbell. Each kitchen features her signature finishes and distinctive designs.

Storytelling is at the heart of FBC Kitchens. The signature kitchen collections of FBC London are a narrative of reinvented English heritage and natural elements.

Working with artisans to transform quality raw materials into beautifully crafted cabinetry, with integrated bespoke functionality and unique material finishing.

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“When looking for innovation, for something new,nature can polarize, can challenge taboos and go beyond limits.�

- Fiona Barratt-Campbell

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MODERN HERITAGE WITH A MASTERFUL APPROACH

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FBC London epitomises true British design and craftsmanship, yet increasingly, the heritage company’s luxury kitchens and furniture are in demand around the world. FBC London has spearheaded the handmade revolution with its sharp and relevant bespoke designs for the kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, dressing room and library.

Only the finest timbers and finishes are chosen by FBC London’s talented team of artisans – from initial consultation to finished product, each piece is crafted with soul and exclusively tailored to the client’s taste.

Our work is not merely made to measure, it is totally flexible – marrying a contemporary aesthetic with timeless elegance; combining traditional craftsmanship with cutting edge technology; and offering an almost limitless choice of materials, colours, fittings and styles.

In short, we create beautiful British furniture to suit the most exacting requirements of any client.

CALIBRATED CONTRASTS LED BY DESIGN

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FBC London is not just a heritage brand – it is an innovator at the forefront of kitchen design. Much of the kitchen’s evolution from mere cooking quarters to multifunctional social space is down to the company’s team of visionaries.

The larder, island and breakfast cupboard were all pioneered by FBC London, which continues to break new ground today, while staying true to its artisanal roots.

BRITISH PIONEERS

As our love affair with food continues, FBC London has transformed the kitchen from humble cooking space to a vital entertaining hub. The company also continues to pioneer when it comes to materials and finishes.

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The Novus range features specialist finished fronts crafted with an integrated finger rail for ease of opening to maintain sleek, uninterrupted lines. The eponymous collection features timber cabinetry with statement marble worktops, bespoke textured handles and brass detailing.

Embracing traditional craftsmanship combined with cutting-edge design, the characteristics of the Novus range have a distinctive quality that is true to FBC Kitchen’s brand identity.

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This contemporary, bespoke kitchen features a back-frame with precision-cut apertures designed to perfectly fit the handmade timber drawers.

Available in an endless combination of finishes, from bronze and steel to hand-painted, stone or veneer, this handleless kitchen is a flawless example of a custom-made modern design.

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The mix of book-matched Arabascato marble cuts a super-luxury look all over the view.

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Interlinking, crossing and connecting cultures through a handcrafed, artisanal movement.

A kitchen concept inspired by industrial elements. Celebrating architectural detailing combined with finishes rich in materiality.

Showcasing post-industrial references the Metallum range is characterised by its prominent grain detailing, large scale metal hardware and strong textures.

o2 METALLUM

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Smooth, minimalist and defiantly modern, this paredback design teams custom-built joinery with cutting-edgetechnology for an ultra-luxe look. A limitless range offinishes, including bronze, steel, stone, veneer, allow the client to createsomething truly special.

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Mitred drawer fronts are crafted with an integrated finger rail for ease of opening and to maintain the sleek, uninterrupted lines.

Precision-cut apertures hold signature walnut handmade drawer boxes perfect for all storage needs.

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Suited to country piles and town houses alike, the Terra echoes a relaxed environment with an earthy materiality at its core. Combining paired back design elements with open storage and glass cabinetry inset with natural linen. Cooking appliances have a more traditional feel in the use of large industrial style and multifunctional ranges.

It’s the detail that sets this design apart from the crowd. skilled craftsmanship gives a fresh new twist to heritage design for timeless appeal.

o3 TERRA

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“Apply yourself both now and in the next life. Without effort, you cannot be prosperous. Though the land be good, you cannot have an abundant crop without cultivation.�

- Plato

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Whatever the size of your space, every kitchen needs good storage, and FBC London prides itself on its innovative approach. There is a wealth of cleverly designed options for everyone, from wine aficionados to keen amateur cooks and those who simply love to entertain.

Smallbone works closely with each client to produce streamlined pieces that work in harmony with your lifestyle.

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Sophisticated and subtly cool clean lines juxtaposed with traditional materials creating a sumptuous kitchen on a grand scale.

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Contemporary design with clean lines and subtly hand painted colours. Central large seating area to emphasise this kitchen is the family’s central social hub.

All our kitchens are bespoke: handmade by us to order with our artisans based in northumberland and Bath.

Everything we do is inspired by design: shaped by a full understanding of our clients’ needs, their ideas and the bigger picture of their lives.

BESPOKE

Because we bring design vision and an architectural perspective to bear on every detail, there’s a much greater scope to what FBC London do.

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FBC Kitchens work with you to define your desired style, favoured furnishings and colour schemes.

We offer an initial planning service free of charge: just bring along drawings, if you have them, or measurements and welcome to visit our Studio in Victoria, where we have a plethora of exclusive materials to pour over.

Every project is unique; but the way we work always follows principles:

THE DESIGN PROCESS

FBC Kitchens is about you, our client, not us. About making a beautiful, bespoke kitchen that’s right for each individual and each space. We will work closely with you, your architect or interior designer to ensure the overall plan and every specification and detail are spot-on.

With flexibility to create a kitchen that is not only of the highest quality, but is specifically tailored to your space and your requirements. Our expert craftsmen bridge the gap between centuries-old traditions of workmanship and the latest technical innovations, combining unique joinery skills and state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques.

From concept to completion, we take responsibility for every stage of the process – from the first sketch to the finishing touches. Your dedicated kitchen designer & installation manager will oversee all aspects of the final build for you; and once the work is complete, our specialists can even come round to show you how to get the most from your new appliances, and how best to care for your new worktops and kitchen.

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FBC London knows one size doesn’t fit all.

Cutlery drawers are tailored to specific collections, ensuring everything has a place in your new kitchen.

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FINISHES

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TIMBERS

LACQUERS

WHITE OAK

FAWN-STAINED OAK

LIGHT ASH

WHITE-GREY WALNUT

PEARL WHITE MATT / HIGH GLOSS

PEBBLE GREY MATT / HIGH GLOSS

SILVER GREY MATT / HIGH GLOSS

NATURAL WALNUT

MID-BROWN OAK

GREY ASH

CHOCOLATE-BROWN OAK

NIGHT BLUE MATT / HIGH GLOSS

CHARCOAL GREY MATT / HIGH GLOSS

CHINESE RED MATT / HIGH GLOSS

BROWN GREY MATT / HIGH GLOSS

BLACK OAK

TIMBER | HIGH GLOSS

HIGH GLOSS OAK

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HIGH GLOSS WALNUT

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WORKTOP MARBLES

WORKTOP COMPOSITES

CALACATTA ORO

ARABESCATO VAGLI

BRECCIA CAPRAIA

PATAGONIA

INVISIBLE GREY

WHITE BEAUTY

DARK GREY

ARABESCATO OROBICO GRIGIO

LES QUATRE SAISONS

ROSSO LEVANTO SCURO

VERDE ORIENTAL

COSMIC BLACK

DARK EMPERADOR

PORTO GOLD EXTRA

NAMIBIAN WHITE

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WHITE ATTICA

BIANCO DRIFT

PIETRA GREY

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SPECIALIST FINISHES

SPECIALIST FINISHES

PEWTER ENTROPY

BRONZE ENTROPY

LUNA BRONZE

LUNA BLACK GLOSS

PEWTER TORNO

PEWTER ARMOUR

BRONZE ARMOUR

CRACKED EARTH BRONZE

CRACKED EARTH PEWTER

MICRO-CEMENT

RIDGED BRONZE DOLOMITE

WHITE DOLOMITE

BRONZE CHIPPED OAK

WHITE CHIPPED OAK

BARK BRONZE PATINA

PEWTER OPERIS

BRONZE OPERIS

NATURAL SILKY OAK

MID BROWN SILKY OAK

GREY SILKY OAK

SYCAMORE

CABBAGE LEAF FOLIUM

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COPPER TORNO

PEWTER PEBBLE

BRONZE PEBBLE

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MIRRORS

ANTIQUE MIRROR

CABINETRY INTERNAL MELAMINES

BRONZE MIRROR

TOBACCO CARINI WALNUT

DARK BROWN CAPE ELM

BLACK- BROWN SORANO OAK

STONE GREY

GRAPHITE GREY

SIGNAL BLACK

CASHMERE GREY

METALS

BRUSHED STAINLESS STEEL

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AGED STEEL

BRASS

BRONZE

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GLASS

CLEAR GLASS WITH LINEN

GOLD GLASS

HANDLES

CLEAR GLASS WITH GOLD MESH

TEXTURED GLASS

SEEDED BRONZE GLASS

WAVE

RIDGED

MOTTLED

FLAMED

BAR I

BAR II

ROMAN KEY

ARMOUR I

ARMOUR II

STONE

BAGUETTE

AVAILABLE IN BESPOKE SIZES & A SELECTION OF METAL FINISHES

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Inspired by the requirements of leading professionals and top chefs, Gaggenau brings professional culinary technology to the domestic kitchen. Gaggenau creates appliances which possess functionality and durability, but are designed for the luxurious domestic environment.

PARTNERSHIPS

The discerning kitchen is a room of functions and processes. The better and more sophisticated the equipment, the easier the preparations. We love to collaborate with creative and innovative designers and brands thus forming team that can deliver something truly unqie and special.

The new kitchen must have. Quooker: the tap that immediately dispenses boiling water. Tap on the worktop, tank underneath.

A 100% Dutch invention taking over the world. The Quooker’s perfect highvacuum insulation means that it only costs 3 pence a day to have boiling water at hand, exactly when you want it.

Ondine is an award winning luxury cookware brand founded by Marie Guerlain.

Crafted for beauty as well as durability, each piece of Ondine cookware was designed with an instinct for elegance and a flair for the subtleties of timeless design, all handcrafted and hand-assembled in Italy.

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Blanco’s passion for leading edge design and manufacturing perfection can be traced back to their German pedigree. The business was founded on the principle of offering its customers the best in terms of design, function and innovation. Helping people create their perfect kitchen has always been at the heart of their thinking.

Their products have a reputation for pursuit of excellance, versatility and high quality and they offer exceptional choice with different materials, colours and models.

Eceau take care of all your drinking water needs whether it’s instant boiling, chilled or sparkling. All of our water systems are mains water fed, our filtration micro purifies that water giving you the freshest, cleanest water you have ever tasted. We save our clients money whilst helping them lower their impact on our environment by reducing waste and energy consumption.

Dornbracht applies know how from the professional kitchen to the home domain. The result is fittings that provide specific and efficient support for the different processes in the kitchen. As the leader in innovation, Dornbracht leads an entire industry with its digital production solutions and use of complex technologies – yet at the same time remains true to its core competencies: premium design fittings that are ‘Made in Germany’.

For over 100 years, Franke has thrived on innovative engineering and outstanding design. Not only do they offer excellent products, but also tailor-made solutions for the complex needs of customers. Their highquality kitchen systems put people first and are tailored to individual kitchen life.

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If you’re embarking on a project, or something you’ve seen in this book has inspired you, come and find us at one of our showrooms.

Or call or email us Lines open 9am-6pm +44 (0) 20 7730 9555 info@fbc-kitchens.com

CONTACT

fbc-london.co.uk/kitchens

The Studio 12 Francis Street Victoria London SW1P 1QN

SHOWROOM The Showroom 66 Pimlico Road Belgravia London SW1W 8LS

Art Direction Fiona Barratt-Campbell Design Sophie Callender, Samuele Belloni Photography Fiona Barratt-Campbell | Ray Main | Dan Aziz | Darren Chiung | David Bilbrough All designs are protected by intellectual property rights. All rights reserved. Copyright FBC London 2019.