Kitchens

Abode, award-winning designer of market leading kitchen taps, sinks, bathroom taps & showering solutions is among the top-tier global design talent to be awarded an SBID International Design Award 2021, as it’s crowned the winner of the Kitchen Product awards category for its innovative water filter system, Abode Swich → www.sbidawards.com/ finalist-pda/swich/

The 2021 SBID International Design Awards winners were revealed at the Nobu Hotel Portman Square in London on Friday 22 October, each presented with a prestigious crystal awards trophy, designed by Sans Souci Glass Deco. Shining a spotlight on the world’s brightest design talent, the creative A&D community came together in a global celebration of interior design excellence to celebrate the industry’s most revered interior designers and makers.

Abode Swich is a revolutionary design solution that will transform a new or existing kitchen tap in to a filtered water tap that delivers a constant supply of crystal clear filtered water!

The exclusive and patented Swich water filter system is a discreet yet ultra-luxe device, which is easy to use and install, either retro-fit in an existing kitchen or add to a new kitchen design. Swich works in conjunction with your normal kitchen mixer tap to improve the overall taste, appearance and quality of your drinking water without compromising on style.

Available in four high fashion finishes – Brushed Brass, Matt Black, Brushed Nickel and Chrome – simply turn the Round or Square control handle to indicate the type of water supply you wish to channel through the tap. Providing immediate access to both the domestic water supply and Abode-safe water, via the Swich filter cartridge, customers can enjoy clear refreshing results, every time!

Paul Illingworth, Design Manager

at Abode says, “For the first time, our customers are not restricted to the style of tap they can have in their kitchen and now, they can enjoy fresh filtered tap water while removing the need for a countertop water purifier or bottled water, which we all know is harmful to the environment.”

“To be recognised by SBID and its panel of leading industry experts is a great achievement for Abode, acknowledging Swich for its outstanding examples of technical innovation, aesthetic creativity and fit-for-purpose functionality.”

“Achieving an SBID Award is an unparalleled marque of design excellence.”

“As another year draws to a close, the SBID Awards continues to empower the design industry to exhibit their creative work and celebrate their achievements on its inclusive stage, as a testament to the incredible outcomes that can be accomplished through the power of good design and quality craftsmanship”

says the SBID International Design Awards. The featured images also include a range of market leading kitchen sinks and taps by Abode, including:

1. Swich Chrome with Virtue

Semi-Professional Mixer Tap with flexible hose & Matrix R50 undermount Sink 2. Swich Matt Black with Linear Nero

Monobloc Mixer Tap & Londa

Single Bowl Sink & Drainer, Black

Metallic 3. Swich Brushed Brass with Prime

Single Lever Mixer Tap & Matrix R0

Large Single Bowl Sink

NOTE: Swich Brushed Nickel available, in either a Round or Square handle design

For further information, please contact Abode: t: 01226 283 434 | e: info@abodedesigns.co.uk | w: www.abodedesigns.co.uk | For the latest news & company updates, please follow Abode on Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn #WaterTheWayYouWantIt

HOWDENS BECOMES THE ONLY UK KITCHEN MANUFACTURER TO BE AWARDED LAB APPROVED STATUS FROM FIRA INTERNATIONAL

Howdens, the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, has been awarded Lab Approved Status for its kitchen products by FIRA

International

Howdens is the only current kitchen manufacturer in the world to be FIRA International Lab Approved, with the award recognising Howdens rigorous and thorough testing and quality assurance process.

Tradespeople will benefit significantly from this new testing process, with 50% reduction in testing time during new product development, as well as Howdens being able to offer a more agile service when it comes to the latest market trends and customer requirements.

Steve McClean, Head of Technical & Quality at Howdens, says: “Being FIRA International Lab Approved is a huge milestone in the history of Howdens as it recognises our extensive testing process, not only across our kitchens but also our Joinery, Ironmongery, Worktops and Cabinets categories”.

“Our standard practice exceeds British and European standards through our back-to-back testing of comparative products, as well as the Howdens Trade Tests. This includes finish performance and structural testing which covers door slam tests, cabinetry strength tests and stain tests on worktops and frontals; affording our customers peace of mind.”

Howard James, Testing and Technical Manager at FIRA International, adds: “Being the only kitchen manufacturer to be awarded FIRA International Lab Approved status shows Howdens’ dedication to ensuring its customers have access to only the highest quality products.

“Their testing programme is of a gold standard. FIRA International will continue to audit their process to ensure that competency remains high.”

Howdens testing lab covers four key areas, including structural, colour, environmental and finish performance testing.

To guarantee the highest quality of standards, the company will be subject to FIRA International audits throughout the year to ensure that the company’s testing remains up to standard.

Howdens design kitchens to suit every home, but above all else, Howdens believes in expert craftmanship. Selling only direct to the trade ensures that Howdens products are installed to the highest quality, with their kitchen cabinets receiving a 25-year guarantee.

To find out more about Howdens, visit: www.howdens.com

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kitchens ROTPUNKT 2022 UK KITCHEN TRENDS

Rotpunkt, award-winning zero carbon manufacturer of premium German kitchen furniture offer its expert know-how on the latest kitchen trends to hit the UK marketplace in 2022.

Rotpunkt is proud to present a new collection of high concept kitchen designs and solutions in 2022, which are sustainably manufactured and rigorously product-tested to meet the highest eco-design standards. Here are some of the key trends the company feels you should look out for next year:

STYLE: Calm industrial - The iconic industrial design style is set to be reinvented next year, with a softer colour palette helping to place new emphasis on timber finishes and iconic features, which move away from the slab door to welcome modern in-frame and vertical fin design options. Calm industrial kitchen schemes will also be space sensitive, providing a wealth of open and closed furniture solutions in 2022 with canopy-style storage and wall panelling systems creating lifestyle-friendly kitchen spaces that support individual needs and living habits.

PALETTE: Natural – Indoor outdoor living is going to be big in 2022 and so botanical greys and greens will be met with raw timber finishes ranging from light oak to rich, dark black. Design integrity will be achieved through a well-considered balance of block colours and natural design effects, offset by matt black hardware and accessories like appliances and storage systems through to lighting and essential fixtures and fittings. LAYOUT: Modular - Industry forecasts indicate that versatile pieces of furniture that create a more flexible home environment •48•

will top the charts in 2022, with integrated wall and ceiling storage systems through to all-inclusive islands with space to cook, dine and do business. Brokenplan, modular arrangements will be the layout of choice, able to accommodate dedicated kitchen, living and utility areas with designed-in storage to ensure minimal disruption to the ground floor. Modular furniture will add to the overall flexibility in the space, with statement furniture solutions developing around the traditional cook zone and becoming the building blocks of the contemporary kitchen.

MANUFACTURE: Eco friendly – Mindful consumerism continues to be a priority for anyone seeking to make a difference and address climate change in the home. Recognising the ‘power of the purchase’ will be crucial in 2022, with big ticket items like the kitchen helping to reduce environmental impact and promote a greener way of life. In this way, the latest furniture trends are embracing all of the new design possibilities being achieved when using recycled materials and so renewable wood alternatives will prove their worth next year as an eco-friendly option that does not sacrifice on style or quality.

For further information on Rotpunkt UK, please email matt.phillips@rotpunktuk.com or visit www.rotpunktkuechen.de/en/ HEAD OF UK OPERATIONS AT ROTPUNKT, MATT PHILLIPS

EXPLAINS, “2022 IS GOING TO BE A LANDMARK YEAR FOR THE BLENDED KITCHEN SPACE, AS THE MARKET IS PRIMED TO BRING THE VERY BEST IN LIFE-ENHANCING KITCHEN DESIGN TO THE CONTEMPORARY HOME. OUR RESEARCH SHOWS THAT THE MODERN KITCHEN WILL BE REINVENTED NEXT YEAR WITH INDUSTRIAL-STYLE SPACES BECOMING MORE VISUALLY QUIET AND GENDER NEUTRAL IN TERMS OF COLOURS, MATERIALS AND FINISHES. PRESENTING A TRUE DEMOCRACY FOR TODAY’S LIFESTYLE, THE KITCHEN OF TOMORROW WILL BE CONTEMPORARY IN STYLE AND SPATIALLY ERGONOMIC WITH THE VERY BEST SUSTAINABLE FURNITURE FORMING THE BASIS OF EACH SCHEME.”