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SICAMSICAM- THE THE REVIEW REVIEW KITCHEN AND BATHROOM TRENDS 2015

Ideal Bathroom’s Essential Partner

SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS FROM BALMORALS Plus: european kitchens, stainless steel, bathrooms for less able, compact bathrooms and much more

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0D\ 'HVLJQ 6HULHV +LJKOLJKWV Vogue (UK) celebrates its 25th anniversary

Sliding to Success with BA Components

PLUS Traditional Kitchens Lighting Shower Trays & Walk-ins Bedrooms and much more

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Bold and fresh, Vivo Grey offers a contemporary look.

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Vivo Forever Add some spice to your kitchen with TKC’s extended Vivo kitchen door range.

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wo years since it was first launched, TKC’s mid-market Vivo door range has become one of the company’s best-selling collections, due to its resilient design

and competitive price point.

Featuring high-gloss, painted slab doors from Italy, the Vivo range has been designed

to reflect current consumer trends. Available in four hues - Vivo White, Vivo Cashmere and the newly added Vivo Grey and Vivo Ivory - the range illustrates how the same kitchen can achieve four very different looks.

“Vivo Grey epitomises modern living,” explains Jitendra Mistry, Design Manager at TKC. “With its bold lines, it brings a fresh and contemporary look to any home, whilst the equally stylish Vivo Ivory combines sophistication with a classic colour to achieve a timeless finish.”

Available in a range of stock and bespoke sizes that can be accentuated by co-ordinating straight and curved cornices, the inclusion of pan drawers and curved doors can add a further air of exclusivity, whilst careful attention to painted door edges ensures a high quality finish.

Jitendra adds, “The mid-market is important to us and the new Vivo additions perfectly demonstrate how a sleek designer look can be created on even a modest budget.”

Top: Create a timeless finish with Vivo’s classic Ivory.

Middle: The light, warm grey hue of Vivo Cashmere offers an overall clean, crisp feel.

Bottom: Vivo White in a high gloss finish is ideally placed in both a classic or contemporary setting.

For more information visit www.tkcomponents.co.uk, email info@tkcomponents.co.uk or call 0161 336 3636.

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s a manufacturer of kitchen and bedroom doors, BA Components knew it made sense to launch its first sliding

door range, Glidor, to the UK market this year.

“In the last 10 years, the UK home has shrunk by two square

metres and with this comes a growing demand for better storage solutions,” explains David Caulfield, BA’s Sales and Marketing Director. David explains, “One in five homes are being modified to create more space due to over crowding and more possessions, so with this in mind BA Components want to make lives a bit easier with Glidor.”

Custom made and manufactured within eight days, the sliding door range is available in three options - Urban, Ultra and Unique. Urban, which is an MFC brand that is new to the door manufacturer, comprises of ten 18mm Egger colours including Alabaster, Cashmere, Coco Bolo and White Swiss Larch - which are available in four different panel combinations.

The Ultra option offers ultra gloss and matt designs finished in Senoplast Acrylic, PET, PVC and lacquered colours, whilst the Unique range offers thirty-three Bella 18mm vinyl wrapped colours and five distinctive door styles, giving you full control of your design.

“The range is very flexible and can be used in the bedroom, home office and general living areas,” explains David. “With over 60 colours to choose from, you really can create your perfect design with ease. We have a lot of loyal bedroom dealers and we listen to their opinions. They’ve asked us for a sliding solution to complete the BA Bedroom offer. The result is the innovative Glidor. It really does tick all the boxes.”

Main. Urban Stone Grey Grey Brown Metallo.

Far Left. Unique Matt Dove Grey.

Middle Left. Ultra UG White.

Left. Ultra UG Light Grey UG Japanese Pear.

For more information visit www.byba.co.uk/glidor or call 028 8676 4600.

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Cosentino is launching two new washbasins, Silence (shown) and Reflection into its Bathroom Collection. Cosentino washbasins can be wall mounted, placed on top of a vanity unit or integrated into a vanity unit. Custom made, the washbasins can measure from 40cm to 60cm wide and 80cm to 280cm long.

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Back to Bathroo Recent changes in building practices means more scope for bathroom design and an opening for back to wall and wall-hung furniture to shine.

MARKET INSIGHT

among installers and retailers as

The market for wall-hung sanitaryware in the UK is admittedly

well as among the general public as they make installation simple, even retrospectively.

not as strong as on the Continent, but there is no doubt that it is

For the retailer, a successful sale of wall-hung sanitaryware starts with

becoming increasingly popular. The trend for hotel-inspired bathrooms is also helping in this regard, as

a well-planned display of the products to highlight the look it can achieve and is further enhanced

consumers seek to emulate the minimal, luxurious finish they’ve

with a knowledgeable explanation of the many benefits that lie

enjoyed while staying in hotels on their travels.

While the benefits of opting for

concealed behind the wall. Training in the latest products and innovations, its many benefits and

wall-hung can’t be denied, there has long been a reluctance on the

how to install them is therefore essential, not only for installers but

part of many to opt for wall-hung as they are under the belief that it will be tricky, and therefore costly, to fit.

for the people on the frontline when it comes to selling them too.

The latest framing systems, however, are changing attitudes to wall-hung,

Sara Johnston – Marketing & Communications Manager, Geberit.

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1. Twyford’s Energy e500 range’s streamlined look is achieved by the concealment of the cistern behind the wall and the floating effect of the wall-hung toilet means it is not taking up much floor space. The e500 premium pan back to wall and wall-hung models feature FlushwiseŽ water-saving technology.

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4. Ideal Bathrooms has extending its Essential Lily range with a 45cm single tap hole basin. There is also the choice of a complementary slim-line full pedestal or a wall mounted half pedestal. New options also include a 45cm slim-line basin, a single tap hole corner basin and back to wall pan.

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6. WCs in the new Xeno2 collection from Keramag Design feature eco-saving FlushwiseÂŽ technology and the hygienic RimfreeÂŽ design for easy cleaning. The design of the toilet reflects the latest trend for a flat, integrated seat giving streamlined aesthetics.

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feature

Showerlux Glide Maxi Twin Door

Showerlux Glide Twin Door Slider

Showerlux Linea Round Single

At Home with Showerlux A growing housing market is behind strengthening shower sales.

ith a rise in new-build homes, prefitted showers and bathrooms and increasing demand for en-suites, showers are increasing in popularity - great

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designers are also favouring frameless panels and space saving sliding doors,” adds Katie. As well as offering off-set quadrant units, bi-fold and pivot doors when space is at a premium,

news for showering brand Showerlux.

Focusing on meeting the needs of the British market, Showerlux’s flexible range of

the single or twin Glide door corner unit - for use with radius corner trays - maximises space whilst the user is in the shower.

shower solutions - which are exclusively distributed through Ideal Bathrooms - are

It features a raw edge glass sealing system, slim-line aluminium frame and easy glide

proving popular with the growing UK housing market, thanks to its design-conscious and fitter-friendly options.

suspension system. In addition, all enclosures offer a lifetime guarantee and feature glass shield as standard. And for the fitter, Showerlux

Katie Gartland, Brand Manager for Showerlux at Ideal Bathrooms, explains: “It

also offers a number of ancillary components to simplify fitting even in the most awkward

would seem that minimalist design is still very popular, due in part to the average bathroom shrinking in size. Gone are the days of chunky

situations.

Katie adds, “Over the next few years, we’re not expecting demand for showers to

frames, thick trays and cumbersome handles.

Instead, consumers are looking for showers that

slow down. The requirement for en-suites and well-designed bathrooms will continue to

complement the space available.”

Showerlux’s response to this is its Linea Touch. It offers thin frames and a lower profile

develop, especially with the rise in watersaving requirements that a shower can offer.

In addition, customers will also start looking to

tray and features contemporary chrome effect frames and clear 8mm safety glass to create a

personalise these spaces in order to introduce their own individual preferences to the

fuss-free design that works in any setting.

“To create the illusion of space, bathroom

bathroom. It’s a great time for the shower market and we’re excited to be a part of it.”

For more information call 0800 634 2600 or visit www.showerlux.uk.com

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The Harmony Range.

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AK Ceramics launched two new bathroom ranges, along with a

complementary tile collection at this year’s May Design Series.

Inspired by Italian design, the Harmony collection is joined by the Origin 62, a cost-effective, contemporary bathroom range and a new tile collection, GEMS. The Harmony range, which was shown for the first time at the three-day exhibition, includes three sanitaryware options, counter top and pedestal basins, and chrome taps. Matching white furniture features high gloss painted drawer fronts, wood finish side panels, push/release drawers and ambient lighting. Origin 62 includes three basins and a matching close-coupled WC,

Harmony’s high gloss finish with wood side panels.

Harmony basin.

which share a compact, contemporary design and offer good value for a design-led product.

The sleek GEMS tile collection, which complements the new bathroom ranges, includes four porcelain colour options ivory, lemon, light grey and dark grey in a polished finish. Tiles are available in three formats - 29.8 x 59.8cm, 59.8 x 59.8cm and 79.5 x 79.5cm - and are suitable for wall and floor installation.

Other surfaces on show included RAK’s large-format metallic porcelain Platinum Black - and its best-selling wood effect tile, Hemlock.

RAK UK’s Managing Director, Rob Jull, adds, “The product ranges demonstrate RAK’s commitment to offering a comprehensive, qualityfocused portfolio to suit all sector requirements - from interior designer, to bathroom retailer.”

Origin 62 basin.

Origin 62 basin and close-coupled WC.

For more information call 01730 237850, contact marketing@rakceramics.co.uk or visit www.rakceramics.co.uk

schüller’s country

CASA

Main pic: Panelled doors give a shape to the kitchen without dominating the design, gentle curves on the rounded corner units and traditional accessories can make the most of a small space or furnish a large country kitchen. Casa is available in six gloss lacquer colours.

RIVA

Riva has the look of a painted kitchen with the benefit of robustness. The slightly textured lacquer surface is easy to clean. Shown in White satin lacquer, Riva is available in the full 28-colour spectrum, including a host of neutral colours and warm tones.

German kitchen manufacturer Schüller launches its 2015 country style kitchen collection.

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fter returning from its largest and most successful retailer trip to Kitchen Mile in Germany, German kitchen manufacturer Schüller has filled a gap in the market with the launch of a comprehensive Country style kitchen collection for 2015. Retailers can now experience sought-after German manufacturing quality and design combined with country style kitchen character, perfect for the more traditional UK consumer.

There are six new ranges in the Country collection - Canto, Domus, Riva, Casa, Finca and Garda - plus further colours and finishes in the Bari collection. These sit alongside the current classic styles of Breda and Cambia. Demonstrating Schüller’s trend-setting nature, the extensive additions present a country house look in a new, modern and relaxed living style.

Accessories such as grooved support panels, plate racks, pull-out pan storage beneath hob units and open shelf units, enable kitchen designers to create a typical country kitchen or a contemporary environment with a homely feel.

CANTO

Canto, meaning song, is based on a Shaker style with grooved panelled fronts. The legs and shaped plinths give the impression of freestanding units with the benefits of a fully fitted design. Canto is available in 28 satin lacquer colours for fronts, open shelf units, support panels and plinths. Pictured in Sand grey satin lacquer.

Wayne Dance, Managing Director of InHouse, adds, “What is fantastic is that Schüller hasn’t just introduced one country range. It’s a full collection that will satisfy every consumer from the most aspirational through to those on a tight budget. The choice is enormous from the full range of Schüller colours, to refined country tones in natural hues. The details are what make the difference here.

That’s why Schüller has called it More Country.”

For more information contact InHouse Inspired Room Design on 01661 842304, info@inhouseltd.co.uk, www.inhouseuk.net or www.inhousecaribbean.com Domus is available in 6 natural hues - White, Magnolia, Sand Grey (pictured right), Agate Grey, Blue Grey, Sage Green - in a silk gloss lacquered front. The wide grooves on the plain fronts give a laid back and relaxed traditional feel without being obtrusive.

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With over 40 years of experience in the industry, PJH knows a thing or two about trends. Rob Higgins, Head of Trading (Bathrooms) at PJH Group talks K&BJ though some key additions to its 2014/15 Bathrooms To Love Collection.

The new Bello Lava modular furniture range boasts a sophisticated grey gloss finish with seamless integrated handle. Also available in a lighter grey gloss finish (Bello Cashmere).

The new Fresco Cashmere fitted furniture range, above, features an integrated handle and has an earthy grey high gloss finish. Also available in the darker grey gloss ‘Lava’ style.

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The Picasso Painted free-standing furniture range, shown here in the ‘Pistachio’ satin finish adds real character and warmth to a bathroom. Pictured is the 700mm 2-door vanity unit with integrated cast marble basin.

athroom furniture has become a key ingredient in all bathrooms, en-suites and cloakrooms, and is now an essential element of the bathroom suite,”

offering choice and design versatility,” explains Rob. Freestanding bathroom cabinets will also remain a popular seller as we head into

begins Rob Higgins, Head of Trading (Bathrooms) at PJH Group. “As well as providing storage space to help streamline

next year. PJH’s Picasso painted collection offers a modern take on a classic with its traditional in-frame design and tongue and

bathroom spaces, a co-ordinated choice of bathroom furniture pieces unites all parts of

groove sides. Introducing a new satin grey painted shade to the range, Mist is a subtle

the bathroom stylishly and functionally.”

This growing trend is behind PJH’s decision to extend the Moods furniture

grey hue joining the existing Ivory and Pistachio colourways.

Quality remains at the heart of all the

range within its Bathrooms To Love Collection, which now includes new

bathroom furniture solutions from Moods

by PJH, with all ranges boasting durable

additions to its modular storage range Bello, fitted furniture range Fresco and free-standing range Picasso.

18mm cabinets, soft-close doors and drawers and a 5-year guarantee.

Rob adds, “Today’s bathroom is all

New door options for the Bello and Fresco ranges include two new earthy

about creating a spa-like bathroom zone for total calm and relaxation. From the

shades - Lava and Cashmere - in a premium high gloss lacquered finish with integrated J-handles. “It’s the ultimate look for a sleek

simplicity of the seamless integrated Jhandle door to versatile grey shades, we can help you create a bathroom that

bathroom space,” says Rob. “Grey tones will continue to be big news in 2015. Whilst

exudes style and sophistication.”

For more information or on-line orders,

our Lava fascia boasts luxurious dark grey undertones, our Cashmere option offers a softer and more muted shade of grey,

visit www.pjhgroup.com/online, www.bathroomstolove.co.uk or call 0800 877 8899.

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Laura Gompertz Interior Design has matched the clean and bright high gloss alpine White Parapan® with rich tones of Natural Walnut from the V-Line range of Exotic Veneers.

Cream and Purple Violet Natures Choice doors have been used to create a highend kitchen solution in this modern space.

Created by Stevian Kitchens, it features a curved end unit and breakfast bar.

tailor-made design Re-launching its Brooklands and Natures Choice range of curved and painted door styles, Landau Holdings Ltd is on-trend and in demand.

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ith over 35 years experience in the kitchen door industry, Landau Holdings Ltd is no stranger to keeping abreast of the latest kitchen trends. The family-run business, which holds the UK distribution rights to Parapan®, has seen a rise in demand for painted and curved doors. To emulate this trend, it has re-launched its Brooklands in-frame and Natures Choice lay-on door ranges for 2014.

“Choice is key and bespoke offerings are a must when working with respectable retailers, designers and architects,” explains Gareth Atkin, Sales and Marketing Director.

Both on-trend door ranges offer 13 different styles that can be sized to order, a choice of 24 standard colours and a paint to order service that is completed in Landau’s new, state-of-the-art drying facility. To offer a complete bespoke solution, custom sizes and 66 standard curves in convex and concave designs and varied dimensions are also available.

The diversity of Landau’s door ranges are, in part, due to the company’s strong relationship with Parapan®. The high gloss, solid acrylic, which offers flexibility and endless design capabilities, has long been associated with Landau’s sleek, flowing kitchen designs but more recently, it is being specified for commercial and retail projects thanks to its mirror-like qualities, curve-ability and UV resistance.

Available in 18mm thickness for doors, drawers and panels and 4mm for cladding and screens, Parapan® can be cut to bespoke sizes and thermoformed into curves and fitted with a choice of edge treatments and finger pulls, or any style of handle for doors and drawers. Confident in its abilities, Landau is even

The Greenwich door from the Brooklands range is painted in Pavilion Grey and has been used to create an elegant feel with a soft finish, which is echoed in the classic marble worktop and chrome accessories.

offering RIBA CPD seminars to prove how successful the product is at creating show-stopping doors and interior designs.

Gareth adds, “The business is constantly evolving and we’re investing in the future. This, combined with our strong marketing and social media activities, has future proofed our products and, thanks to strong relationships with our customers, we’ll continue to stay up to date with the latest design trends and manufacturing demands.”

For more information call 01482 440680 or visit www.landauparapan.co.uk

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Mood lighting offers the user the ability to recall a scene or mood at the touch of a button.

wireless wonder Design and control your lighting from the Sycamore iPhone, iPad and Android apps.

Making smart homes a reality, Sycamore’s wireless lighting system gives you control at your fingertips.

Sycamore has invested heavily in its testing laboratory, which currently includes new machines that provide technical data relating to any of Sycamore’s products.

As part of Sycamore’s testing facility they have a strict quality control and age testing area to continually monitor products to ensure the highest standards are met.

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e are currently seeing a shift towards open-plan living.

The kitchen, dining room and living room are seamlessly merging into one and with this trend showing no sign of slowing down, the need for intelligent light systems that can not only offer adequate lighting as a whole, but that can adapt quickly and easily when walking between room zones, is becoming a growing commodity.

Recently investing heavily in its Leeds-based testing laboratory, Sycamore’s wireless lighting control system ticks all the boxes. The flexible design, which has been rigorously tested in its state-of-theart facility, provides all the benefits of a sophisticated and complex system without the need to fully re-wire. This allows it to be used in new installations as well as being a simple retro-fit system for existing installations.

Making smart homes a reality, Sycamore’s qualified electronic experts have designed mood lighting configurations that offer the user the ability to recall a scene or mood of lighting at the touch of a button, whilst controlling multiple circuits and lamp types within a domestic environment.

The actual control of the circuits can be from wall plate switches that communicate wirelessly with specific receiver modules. There is even the option to create a bridge unit that can be connected to a home router. This allows you to control your lighting from the Sycamore iPhone, iPad and Android apps that have been designed specifically for this product.

Digital communication means system integration is easily achievable by linking the lighting to AV, security and home controllers. Garden lighting can also be integrated into the system and for the optimum light setting, LED, fluorescent and halogen lighting can be dimmed using the appropriate wireless module.

A full design service and technical back-up is also on hand for piece of mind. For more information call 0113 286 6686 or visit www.sycamorelightingltd.co.uk

“Unlike many furniture trends which originate in Germany or Italy, the ST27 collection is primarily a UK-only development. My European colleagues don’t see their markets adopting what is, after all, a quintessentially English look,” says Egger’s Nick McClughin.

SHADES OF...

Just some of the new décors.

U104 ST27 Alabaster

U100 ST27 Mussel

U717 ST27 Dakar

U961 ST27 Graphite

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Egger has launched its latest collection, ST27 - a cost-effective and highly realistic MFC alternative to painted timber.

With the grain pattern and depth created with ST27 Egger believes it offers a great alternative or accompaniment to timber. Main picture in U702 ST27 Cashmere.

Ten pre-finished MFC décors represent an easy to use option in a palette of on-trend colours.

Pictured right in U727 ST27 Stone Grey.

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hen you picture a painted kitchen, what do you see? Not so long ago, the painted kitchen was seen as a traditional finish for those opting for a rustic, country-style kitchen. Quintessentially English, it scored more highly on its homely appeal than its design innovation. But today, the painted kitchen is experiencing something of a renaissance, with UK consumers looking to create nostalgia and warmth in their homes.

To work with the rustic sawn look, wood panel manufacturer Egger has launched a revolutionary new range of MFC boards that are virtually indistinguishable from a painted

Text background: U108 ST27 Vanilla

timber finish. Exclusive to the UK market, the ST27 range, which is ideal for carcasses, end panels, plinths and doors, can be used to replicate the highly-popular painted finish at a fraction of the price. It also offers a lowmaintenance alternative to timber without the time-consuming operations that cutting and working with veneers involves.

The innovative range, which offers an underlying oak-grain design by using a new texture plate during manufacture, comprises ten décors in neutral heritage uni-colours, as well as a painting-grade option - effectively a primed

board that the customer can paint in any colour of their choice.

“At the higher end of the market, leading manufacturers are offering a bespoke approach to design. With Egger’s ST27 range, you have the ability to paint according to requirements, giving those manufacturers with painting facilities a wide scope to keep stocks low and produce according to demand,” explains Nick McClughin, Head of Marketing for Egger UK. To add to the designs, matching 0.8mm edging and a 2mm painting-grade option are available to spray any colour, offering a simple approach to the creation of a timeless, highvalue look.

“There isn’t really anything like this in the market at the moment, hence the buzz around its launch,” explains Nick. “Our customers are excited about the new range as it provides them with a product that replicates the look of painted timber or veneer at a price point that may allow them to enter a new market segment, enhance or protect margins, compete at a higher price point or gain market share.”

For more information, or samples, contact the Egger ZOOM® hotline on 0845 606 8888 or visit www.egger.co.uk KITCHEN AND BATHROOM JOURNAL FEBRUARY 2014 • 11

The new Inzo from PWS is a simple slab design in a lacquered finish. Choose from a sleek gloss or subtle matt finish, or a combination of the two for a contemporary mix of colours and textures. The palette has been matched to up-and-coming Egger boards to broaden the appeal. New neutrals of stone grey and light olive create the popular pared-down look or the rich aubergine or graphite will make a statement.

A range of curved doors and drawer options are also available and a paint to order colour service is also offered.

01325 505555 www.pws.co.uk

contemporary cabi K Kitchens has launched its new linear-look RIO Kitchen. Finished with a distinctive horizontal woodgrain-effect, the slab-style door is available in a comprehensive choice of unit sizes and features a durable 18mm carcase. It also boasts precision German-engineered integrated soft-close Hettich hinges and drawer systems as standard. A 10-year Quality Guarantee is also offered.

0800 877 8899 www.k-kitchens.co.uk

The Rio Eden and Aston kitchen from Caple offers traditional-style cabinetry with a modern twist. Part of its 60-strong stand, the design features a creative colour combination with the warmth of the natural wood from the Aston range and the calming sage green Eden cabinets. Pictured with iron-effect Gothic D handles, additional features include curved panelled doors, open feature wall units and lattice doors.

0117 938 1900 www.caple.co.uk

"Combining two colours in any kitchen will immediately allow your customers to put their own personal stamp on a design and with two-tone finishes continuing to lead the way in kitchen design, there’s been no better time to try it.”

Doug Haswell - Furniture Manager, Caple.

Bauformat has unveiled its new Linea Piantra handleless kitchen, the latest addition to its Burger brand. Styled in natural and cool tones, the collection combines two subtle tones of aqua ‘Kira drops’ HPL finish for the island unit and contrasting high gloss white lacquer tall storage and appliance bank. It features an extra chunky 105mm breakfast bar HPL block, perfect for designers to add the finishing touches to an ultramodern kitchen. The new addition extends its total door fronts to 170.

0845 658 1949 • www.bauformat.de

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Warnock Watson Managing Director, Bellissimo.

Market Insight: More than ever before, tastes in cabinetry have converged. There is still a wealth of choice, but fivepiece and slab doors, increasingly handleless, account for a disproportionate slice of the market between them.

And because of this, the need for choice and differentiation in other areas has also reached an unprecedented peak. Bespoke sizes, a choice of curves and colour-matching services are no longer As white gets into its stride for 2014, Bellissimo has added two matt choices to its line-up of kitchen, bedroom and bathroom door and drawer fronts. Porcelain and Cashmere offer respectively a bright, fresh and a more muted, softer variation on the theme of white, which has made a strong comeback this year.

Porcelain and Cashmere can be specified in bespoke sizes and curves as required.

01772 696959 www.bellissimofurniture.co.uk

the preserve of the high end. They have become essential tools for the retailer, and need to be offered on short lead times.

There is no reason why quality should suffer as a result of this new reality. Poor quality comes from substandard equipment, quality control and logistics. The sort of choice now available to the mass market in kitchens is merely in line with the choices and flexibility which consumers expect in other areas of their lives.

netry Landau’s Stevian Kitchen adds glamour and luxury to penthouse living. Cream and purple violet have been used to create a high-end kitchen solution that creates a sense of space. Featuring curved end units and a practical breakfast bar, specialist lighting can also be added inside the oak units which are made from high gloss Stone Grey Parapan®.

01482 440680 www.landauparapan.co.uk

The key opportunity differentiation for fitted furniture now lies in the finish. Woodgrain and colours make equal claims to the consumer’s attention, particularly because of trends in kitchen design. The popularity of specifying an island with contrasting wall units means buyers are not forced to choose between a woodgrain or solid colour, but can have a bit of both in perfect harmony. The use of woodgrain helps the kitchen blend with other living areas, which is another reason why it is holding its own.

One new theme attracting the attention of consumers looking for something a bit different is rustic timber in a modern context, with finishes starting to veer towards strongly figured woodgrains, bleaching, plank effects and the distressed look. Oak is a strong contender but even pine is showing signs of a revival. Embossed finishes are also on the rise, giving a fresh, tactile dimension.

As for colours, the white slab door is still very important. Grey and brown are the emerging

Lugano is Schüller’s latest door design. Available in 27 different colour palettes, the versatile design can range from being a purist design or a family kitchen through to an atmospheric country house kitchen. Shown here in a white and indigo blue Gala door, it is also available in two new colours - sand grey and emerald green - great as an accent colour in a satin lacquer. Sand grey and indigo blue are also available in laminates through to glass finishes.

01661 842304 www.inhouseuk.net • www.inhousecaribbean.com

colours at all price points, and this goes for woodgrains as well as solid colours. Grey and brown might not sound like a cheerful prospect, but the reality is that it actually works very well and makes for a sophisticated look. Within these themes, the gloss look is here to stay, but matt is coming through strongly.

Demand varies considerably across the country.

Floods and economic prosperity have not been dealt out equally, although low interest rates and a cautious level of optimism mean there is business out there to be had. But we need to meet and exceed expectations for choice and service, not just manage them.

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So at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s SICAM exhibition, Schattdecor presented its 2014/2015 Trend and Decor Guide, designed to help customers with their choices and provide orientation to their own styles. A selection of decors available in both foil and melamine film with various finishes were present to complement the three themes concerned. &(% ( )) ) $%- Pastel tones are presented in a graphic and definitely Scandinavian look. Soft-hued furnishings are ably complemented by muted grey hues and pale woodgrains such as beech, pine and elm. Ingenious fabrics with a graphic weave and quality accessories like porcelain or side tables in low-key shades are available for those not yet ready to have whole furniture items in pastel hues. &% *(/ (% !)

A clear black and white look is given a touch of nature and out-of-the-ordinary colour accentuation. The contrast of black and white gives a look of distinctive, puristic elegance and works successfully with the warm colours of natural oak as well as graphic contours, dark-veined white marble and unusual ceramic tiles. %# %(* ) /%+() A finely-attuned palette of olive, ochre and the deep browns of dark woodgrains gives an elegant impression. Unexpected materials like brass, copper and natural stone can set surprising accents and all work when combined with carefully selected surfaces in wire-brushed wood, vintage-look fabrics or dark oak and walnut. The result of the sombre hues and soft glow of metal is a glamorous yet mystic upmarket setting.

The 2014/2015 Trend and Decor Guide, together with more information, is available at www.schattdecor.com Also launched at Sicam was the new Smartfoil EVO, a development in Schattdecorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s foil programme as an ideal surface solution with a particularly realistic look and feel. Schattdecor promises that â&#x20AC;&#x153;not a single tree has to be felled to obtain wood furniture with an authentic wood appearanceâ&#x20AC;? with the new all-rounder foil that has been produced in response to market demands. Stay tuned for more!

Launched under the motto of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Mix and Matchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, the 2014/2015 Trend and Decor Guide presents new styles and distinguishing features to enable consumers to create their own home.

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Straightgrain sections and areas of figuring are shown in equal proportions in this narrow-planked furniture dĂŠcor. An ideal choice for cabinet bodies and interiors with the natural effect of fine knotting.

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A rustic look with striking crotchwood areas, small knots and narrow figuring. The wood structure is characterised by fine negative pores, tiny cracks and straightgrain sections.

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Both striking and more delicate patterns overlap, merge and fade into one another in a patchwork look in this modern dĂŠcor inspired by china dinnerware.

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