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The difference is Gaggenau. In the Black Forest, some things never change – others have been evolving since 1683. Innovation has become a tradition for us ever since our company was founded as a hammer and nail works, along with unique design that is highly regarded the world over. Such as the ovens 400 series, shown here with oven, Combi-steam oven and warming drawer – a combination that unites cutting-edge technology and premium materials with super ior design. Our appliances have been constantly evolving since 1683. The only thing that stays the same is that they just keep looking better and better. For more information and a list of partners, please dial 0844 8929026 or visit www.gaggenau.co.uk. Alternatively, please visit our showroom at: 40 Wigmore Street, London, W1U 2RX.
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100% Design returns to Earls Court, London this month (18-21 September 2013). For details on some of the highlights to look out for, see our preview starting on page 24. Pictured on the cover is Black Diamond, designed by Patrick Pedrosa for Portuguese radiator manufacturer Foursteel. It is one of a number of products that will be launched at the show. 100% Design | www.100percentdesign.co.uk
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12 NOTEBOOK Ideas and inspiration from the world of design 18 THINK TANK Our monthly industry update bringing you the latest events, opinions and online talk from around the K&B sector 20 SHOWING OFF A monthly spotlight on the best kitchen and bathroom showrooms including a new opening for Ripples in Harpenden and a refurbished space for John Lewis of Hungerford 24 100% DESIGN 2013 This month sees the return of a revitalised 100% Design show. Our special preview picks out some of the highlights to look out for during what promises to be the important centrepiece of the London Design Festival 32 STRIPPED BACK A new concept by design studio Front celebrates the normally unseen workings that we take for granted when we switch on the shower 34 TOOLS OF THE TRADE Electrolux is aiming to bring professional grade appliances to the home market with its new ultra high-end range
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36 FLIGHT OF FANCY Falper’s bold new launch suggests that form and function most certainly do mix 38 SAIL OF THE CENTURY Some high-end bathrooms enjoy beautiful views, but surely none can compare with the ever-changing vista offered by this luxury cruise ship 42 FINE DINING Can kitchen designers learn from the techniques employed by restaurant designers to create luxury eating establishments? We ask experts for their take on the ‘good practice’ that could work equally well in both the hospitality and the residential arenas 48 FEELING THE HEAT Radiator manufacturers are facing the twin challenge of meeting consumer demand for lower cost products that are also energy efficient 54 DESIGNER AWARDS 2013 Preparations continue for this year’s Designer Kitchen & Bathroom Awards 2013 Gala Luncheon and Presentation Event 66 DESIGN INSPIRATION Wayne Hemingway explains his love of London’s South Bank
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Editor’s Letter
Clara Perry
Laura Collinder
Publisher
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Ruth Aggiss
Junior Features Writer
Toby Waltham
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EDITOR Martin Allen-Smith 01803 226146 | martin@propub.co.uk JUNIOR FEATURES WRITER Ruth Aggiss
Welcome to the September issue of Designer Kitchen & Bathroom magazine
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e’re about to hit another particularly busy period for the design world, especially in London where the London Design Festival will be bringing some of the world’s best creative talent together for a celebration of ideas and innovation. From Chelsea in the West to Shoreditch in the East, the city will be buzzing with events, exhibitions and installations. At its heart of course, is 100% Design. This year, we’ll be curating the very special ‘Bath Boulevard’, a display of some of the most stunning bathtubs currently on the market. Find out more about this – and many of the other highlights you should look out for at Earls Court (18-21 September) – in our special preview starting on page 24. Also this month, we visit some stunning restaurants to discover the trends that are driving interior design in cutting-edge dining and consider how some of these ideas could transfer to the residential kitchen arena. Enjoy the issue!
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WASTE NOT WANT NOT It’s not just the Wombles who make good use of the things that they find – visitors to this month’s Festival of Thrift will find all sorts of inspiration on how to incorporate upcycling, recycling and sustainable thinking into their daily lives. Curated by designers Gerardine and Wayne Hemingway, the event will include exhibitions, artworks, demonstrations and talks. Wayne Hemingway said: “Thrift is very close to our hearts as we – along with many others – are concerned at the disposable nature of our society.
“Gerardine and I have always had fun being thrifty and have always loved the challenge of turning a sow’s ear into a silk purse – from turning old curtains into cushion covers or skirts during our Camden market days in the 1980s, to our current home – turning an old broken boat into a sofa.
“We have been inventive in our thrift over the years and that’s been part of the fun. It’s also why it is great to be part of a festival celebrating sustainability and recognising it’s cool to be thrifty.”
The Festival of Thrift takes place on 21-22 September at Lingfield Point, Darlington
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By Margit J. Mayer & Ian Phillips (Taschen) Price: £34.99 When it comes to creative brainstorming, you can’t do a great deal better than Taschen’s range of ‘Now’ titles. The latest in the Interiors Now series takes an updated look at the constantly evolving state of contemporary interior design around the world, and brings together
a collection of recently created spaces that show how vastly different treatments can bring out the best in any home. All corners of the globe figure in this compendium of case studies, from the apartment of a young art collector couple in Mumbai, to the relaxed beauty of film
director Francis Ford Coppola’s palazzo in Southern Italy. A total of 34 residences are shown, complete with detailed project information and contact details for all the featured architects, decorators and suppliers, making it a valuable and inspirational resource.
Inspired by Nature Design studio UnnaturalDesign has an unconventional method for creating its striking nature-inspired patterns. Natural shapes are photographed and manipulated into various distinctive designs before being printed onto fireproof or waterproof material so that they are suitable for a range of domestic applications such as kitchen splashbacks or bathroom wallcoverings. UnnaturalDesign | www.unnaturaldesign.co.uk
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Bringing the Kitchen to Life French kitchen and bathroom manufacturer Mobalpa has launched its new Living Spaces range.
Offering a wide range of options, the collection includes 8 new models and 72 new fronts which bring out the qualities of raw materials such as sawn wood, and mineral hues such as slate or ivory ceramic effects or super-matt and gloss finishes. Mobalpa | www.mobalpa.com
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New from Kelly Hoppen KH Zero 1 is the new contemporary collection launched by renowned interior designer, Kelly Hoppen. The tap and shower collection has been created in partnership with Crosswater and offers a range of options, including a basin tap in a choice of 3 heights and a wall mount basin set. The partnership between Crosswater and Hoppen will see three further collections introduced throughout 2013/14. Crosswater | www.crosswater.co.uk
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Poggenpohl +Segmento kitchen in new Matt Lacquer Black and Matt Lacquer Sand Grey ďŹ nish.
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Elegant Extraction The Vesper hood by Rangemaster. Rangemaster | www.rangemaster.co.uk
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White Hot Caple’s new Sense Premium C8895iWH hob features state-of-the-art induction and gas cooking with four induction zones and a wok burner on the same, sleek platform with a white glass surface and bevelled edge finish.
Honey, I Shrunk the Fridge
A small version of Smeg’s iconic retro FAB refrigerator range has been launched. The FAB5 mini fridge is 73cm high and 40cm wide and is available in Cream, Black or Red. Smeg UK | www.smeguk.com
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Heavyweight Design The Wind collection from Italian kitchen manufacturer Toncelli includes this kitchen that combines Ductal (a cement-based material) and wood to create a varied and striking design. Toncelli | www.toncelli.it
Interiors show Decorex is moving to a new venue this year and has taken inspiration from the location – Kensington Palace – for this year’s theme which is the Silk Route. Interior designer Kit Kemp has created the show’s main entrance to reflect some of the eastern influences that this theme evokes. Among the exhibitors this year are: Evitavonni; Samuel Heath; Tom Faulkner; THG Paris; Splinter Works; Lapicida; and Drummonds (pictured top). Decorex | www.decorex.com
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SIMPLY STYLISH Cloe kitchen designed by G.V. Plazzogna for Italian kitchen manufacturer Cesar. Cesar | www.cesar.it
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Hot New Colours Smeg has added new colours to the range of options for its Victoria traditional range cooker. As well as Cream and Black, the cooker is now available in Pastel Blue, Red Wine, Silver and Pink. Smeg | www.smeguk.com
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Our monthly round-up of industry news, opinions and talking points
Source: London Design Festival (www.londondesignfestival.com)
Industry numbers
300+ £25m Number of separate events making up this year’s London Design Festival (14-22 September)
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People on the Move Elaine Mead is the new UK Contracts Manager for InSinkErator. Previously the company’s Kitchen Retail Manager, Mead’s new brief will be to expand the contracts side of the business.
Join the growing community of subscribers to the K&B Network now and keep up-to-date with all the latest industry news, product launches, opinions and job opportunities. Recent blogs include Abode Marketing Manager Helen Clark on the challenges of producing affordable design, and there is also a look at some of the new products that will be on show at this month’s 100% Design show in London. Visit www.kb-network.co.uk for the latest new websites, showroom openings, product launches and upcoming events.
Roca has appointed Mark Poulain as the company’s International Specification Manager. Poulain joins the Roca Group from floorcovering manufacturer OW Hospitality, where he was Specification Manager for the UK and Middle East.
“Enjoy failure and learn from it. You can never learn from success” 18 James Dyson, Industrial Designer and Founder of Dyson
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Q - Are handleless kitchens the market leading modern kitchen style? John Murray, Director, Alaris UK, Aberdeen: Our modern kitchen sales
are now dominated by handleless kitchen designs at 75% of sales. I am not sure whether this is due to the kitchen sales team’s personal preference or if it is in fact the market preference. Our showroom is about to have five new modern displays fitted and they are all handleless and I wonder if they will be refitted next year if this trend fades.
Rachel Siddall, Southern Regional Sales Manager, SieMatic UK, Oxfordshire: Around 3 out of 4 SieMatic kitchens in the UK are handleless,
which has been the trend for some time. Being the founders of this style back in the early 60’s, it’s not surprising that it is still our best seller (our iconic 6006 range was the first of its kind). SieMatic has seen variations to the handleless style and although it is today seen as a modern style, to us it’s also our ‘traditional’ style. We find that clever designers mix handleless with other styles to create a unique and fresh look. At our training academy we teach designers about the architecture and influences that helped create the handleless kitchen so they can understand how to use it to its best. We don’t see a change to trend any time soon.
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PWS has launched a +Moodboard app on its Second Nature Website. It allows customers to create a digital scrapbook of kitchens they like, adding their own images of colour, accessories and materials to help aid the creative process. The +Moodboard sits on the Second Nature website which promotes over 250 independent retailers across the UK and features details of the Second Nature kitchen collection. Second Nature | www.sncollection.co.uk
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Join over 17,000 others and follow us @DesignerOnline Also keep up with the latest news of the Designer Kitchen & Bathroom Awards by following @DesignerKBAward
TWEETS THAT CAUGHT OUR EYE THIS MONTH:
@Freshwaterbathr It’s amazing so many customers decide to buy bathrooms from ‘DIY stores’ then come back to me as they realise I am value for money and customer service goes along way! BIG BOYS 0 - INDEPENDENTS 1! @designlondon The Farm Kitchen at 100% Design 2013 explores the theme of micro-agriculture. Visit Earls Court, London, 18-21 September @KitchensbyMikeT Three months. That’s the average time to get a bespoke kitchen made. Don’t hang around if you want it by Christmas! @PropertyJourn For those STILL debating whether Twitter is serious/important/ posh enough for their company, according to The Times it has 10m UK users @sunnyholt Very salutary when your Twitter follower numbers go down... thoroughly recommended for ego-shrinking
There are now over 3,000 members of the Designer Kitchen & Bathroom LinkedIn group. Current active discussions include topics such as: the challenges of an entrepreneur; and the latest update on judging for the Designer Kitchen & pg Bathroom Awards 2013.
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Sign up to take part in the discussion on any of these subjects, or start your own topic and exchange views with kitchen and bathroom professionals from the UK and around the world in our group at www.linkedin.com
Andrew Burns has been appointed Product Manager at Mereway Kitchens. He joins Mereway from Oldrids & Co where he was a kitchen designer. He also has previous experience as Product Development Manager at Hammonds and Design Consultant for Lucas Engineering.
Bathroom brand Hansgrohe has appointed Mandip Shanker as its new Brand Manager. Shanker joins from fellow industry brand Grohe where she has spent more than five years as Marketing Communications Manager.
Green Deal Here Italy’s Statement of Intent for the Long Term Tradesmen and retailers are being urged to start the process of becoming Green Deal accredited as the potential benefits of the Government’s energy saving scheme take root.
Thomas Farquhar, Marketing Manager of Easy Green Deal, a company that helps installers and assessor organisations obtain Green Deal certification, said: “We will see an exponential growth in signups for the Green Deal scheme from the consumer as we see more Green Deal Assessors and installers become certified. They are an important part of the scheme and intrinsic to its success.” Farquhar points out that the Deal was never intended as a quick and immediate means of making the country’s homes and businesses more energy friendly, a strategy which he believes many have forgotten. “We also need to remember that this is a big education programme for the consumer. Up until now, the industry has focused on just one or two energy saving measures such as solar panels. Now we are presenting the consumer with up to 45 different options. As more people begin to understand this we will see a big uptake in signups.” The government has set a Green Deal target of 14 million homes by 2020. Easy Green Deal | www.greendealcertified.com
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Italian kitchen trade body FederlegnoArredo brought its promotional tour to London recently to underline the unique ‘soul’ that Italian design brings to the home. In an event held at the Norman Fosterdesigned City Hall, the organisation’s marketing plan – which also visits the US, Russia and China before concluding at Eurocucina in Milan in 2014 – aimed to emphasise the qualities of Italian kitchen products and the campaign wheeled out some big names to help hit home the point. Architect Claudio Silvestrin and former Chelsea manager and player Gianluca Vialli were guided in a demonstration cooking session by London-based chef Giorgio Locatelli. Giovanni Anzani, Vice-President of FederlegnoArredo and Managing Director of Poliform, said: “What distinguishes
Italian kitchen companies today is stateof-the-art technology, combined with skilled craftsmanship. It excels on both an aesthetic and a budget level and defines ‘Made in Italy’ around the world.” Anzani also emphasised the continued significance of Eurocucina as Europe’s centrepiece kitchen show, despite growing competition from Living Kitchen in Cologne. “In design terms, Eurocucina is the only point of reference. In Milan in 2012, we had people from over 165 countries around the world and it is truly an event of international importance. “German manufacturers still come to exhibit at and support Eurocucina – I don’t see many Italian companies prioritising Living Kitchen just yet.”
FederlegnoArredo | www.italiachevive.it
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Showing off Our monthly showroom spotlight…
John Lewis of Hungerford
By his 12th birthday, company founder John Lewis had already made his mother a new kitchen. His passion for woodwork and craftsmanship provided the foundation for an expansion that today includes 13 showrooms across the country and a sales office in Scotland. Recently refurbished, John Lewis of Hungerford’s original showroom has been designed to give due prominence to the brand’s most popular designs from its 40 year heritage. Displays include a selection of kitchen styles in a range of colours from ivory to blues to greys, all made at the company’s Oxfordshire factory.
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John Lewis of Hungerford | Park Street, Hungerford, RG17 0EF | www.john-lewis.co.uk
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Size of showroom: 955 sq ft Brands featured: John Lewis of Hungerford kitchen and furniture ranges, Neff fridges, Miele appliances, Mercury range cookers Open since: 1972 Showroom manager: Graham Jones Other branches: 13 other showrooms nationwide including Beaconsfield, Fulham, Muswell Hill, Blackheath, Wilmslow, Harrogate, Tunbridge Wells, Bristol, Cirencester, Wantage, Cambridge, Oxford and Winchester
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LOFTY AMBITION
Would you allow your property to be used as a part-time showroom in exchange for having state-of-the-art Italian furniture and fittings installed free of charge? Well that’s exactly what a competition in New York was offering when it invited property owners to put forward their best locations for consideration. A prime 300 sq m loft apartment was selected as the location for the DesignApart project and it will be fitted with a range of high-end products from the likes of bathroom brand Milldue, and kitchen manufacturer TM Italia. After a year, the living showroom will be handed back to the owner, who will be allowed to keep all of the bespoke furniture and fittings. Diego Paccagnella, Founder of the DesignApart concept, will move into the apartment next month with his partner and one year-old son, and it will become a meeting point for architects, developers and specifiers interested in seeing the best of Italian design in a ‘lived-in’ context. “Traditional showrooms are no longer able to communicate as they once did, so we want to show our furnishings in a real-life context,” said Stefano Brescacin, Marketing Manager at Milldue. “Above all, we will be able to tell the story behind our company, its production, materials and bespoke craftsmanship.” The apartment opens for visits next month for meetings, seminars, and product presentations. Design-Apart | www.design-apart.com
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Showing off Size of showroom: 2,200 sq ft Brands featured: Only Chamber’s own bespoke ranges Open since: 1994 Showroom Manager: Scott Nicholson, designer and Managing Director
Chamber Furniture
Chamber’s furniture is bespoke and handmade in its Kent-based factory. All work undertaken is made to the client’s exact specification – there are no standard cupboard sizes or specific ranges. Offerings cover a diverse range of options, including traditional, contemporary, rustic or minimalist in hardwoods such as oak, elm, maple, walnut, cherry, ash and painted (classic or high gloss). Being a mid-sized company, Chamber Furniture has the capacity to execute a large project, working regularly with property developers and architects, but still prides itself on providing the kind of personal service and flexibility more often associated with smaller companies. Chamber Furniture | The Old Timber Yard, London Road, Halstead, Kent, TN14 7DZ | www.chamberfurniture.co.uk
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Ripples Harpenden Bathroom retailer Ripples has opened its new showroom in Harpenden, Hertfordshire. The new studio is owned by Martin McDonagh who has been working in the bathroom industry for over 12 years, having had experience designing and supplying bathrooms to all market sectors including residential commercial and hotels. Size of showroom: 1,200 sq ft Brands featured: Hansgrohe, Axor, Bette, Grespania, Aqata, Kermi, Vanity Hall, Burgbad, Dansani, Saloni, Cifial, Perrin & Rowe, Trend, Bisque, BC Design, Geberit, Catalano, Thermonet
Open since: June 2013 Showroom Manager/Owner: Martin McDonagh Other branches: Bath, Bournemouth, Brighton, Bristol, Canterbury, Chelmsford, Chelsea, London, Newbury, Reigate, Richmond, Solihull, Tunbridge Wells, Winchester
Size of showroom: 3,500 sq ft Brands featured: Agape, Hansgrohe, Pibi Marmi, Sbordoni, Samuel Heath, Catalano, Majestic Open since: Spring 2003. Extended showroom area opened last spring Showroom Manager: Mark Badenhorst
Ripples Harpenden | 59 High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SL | www.ripples.ltd.uk
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100% Design 2013
This year’s visual concept and show theme – Creative Balance – provides the exhibition’s visual identity and an exploration of creative process and its value in the commercial world. Conceived by specialist communications design agency Thomas Matthews, the marketing campaign was devised by branding and graphics agency Form.
This month sees the return of a revitalised 100% Design show. Our special preview picks out some of the highlights to look out for during what promises to be the important centrepiece of the London Design Festival
CLASSIC CITTERIO Bathroom brand Keramag Design is exhibiting at 100% Design for the first time this year and will be showcasing its latest bathroom collection, Citterio. The collection – created by world-renowned architect Antonio Citterio – combines innovative materials with an eclectic mix of geometric and organic shapes. The range includes four bathroom suites, offering an array of toilets, basins, vanity units, storage units and illuminated mirrors. Keramag Design | Stand K146 | www.keramagdesign.com
With 3,000 sq m of additional floor space and an anticipated attendance of around 25,000 visitors across four days, 100% Design 2013 exhibition is looking to cement its position as the UK’s largest design show.
Following last year’s success, the curation of the show will again focus on four industry sectors, each arranged around a central ‘hub’ – Interiors, Office, Kitchen & Bathroom, Eco Design & Build. The hubs will showcase the work of thought-leaders across the design community with
space to meet, learn and be inspired. The Central Bar at the heart of the show is reached through a 66m long tunnel, designed by creative and live events specialists Studio Design UK. The Kitchen & Bathroom hub will incorporate the show’s restaurant, serving specially chosen seasonal foods that can be grown domestically. The space will explore design’s role in enabling micro agriculture, demonstrating the opportunities in local and individual food production. A separate installation will present the latest technology, trends and concepts in the bathroom industry. This year, the Interiors hub will explore the growing emphasis on 3D printing as an accessible method of production. A new global competition staged with creative collaboration agency Talenthouse will see selected pieces produced before and during the show within a specially designed interior. Issues
STYLISH STONE (right) Italian brand Antolini will be presenting the latest new patterns in its Natura Collection of stone surfacing. Created as part of a collaboration with designers Domenico De Palo and Alessandro La Spada, the new patterns are created using a special technique that delicately scores the stone to create a host of optical effects. Antolini | Stand K210 | www.antolini.com
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of sustainability, quality and empowerment of individual makers will be demonstrated and debated live. The expanded Interiors section will also house a newly established marketplace for interiors accessories. The Office hub will be created by design practice TILT, presenting the dramatic Hanging Room concept in which suspended room elements can be lowered and raised to continually change the hub’s function. The practice is at the forefront of ‘codesign’, which integrates end users into the design process to create spaces uniquely tailored for the communities using them. The Eco, Design and Build hub will be produced by London-based materials resource studio Material Lab. The ever-changing installation will inspire interaction with some of the world’s most innovative building and architectural materials. i
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SOAVE AND SOPHISTICATED Soave and Symbiosis by Kolpa will be shown in the UK for the first time at 100% Design. Kolpa are bathroom manufacturer based in Central and South-eastern Europe and will be making their 100% Design debut. Kolpa | Stand K36 www.kolpa.si
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Designer Kitchen & Bathroom is curating an in-depth exhibition of some of the World’s most individual baths. Showcased as intriguing juxtapositions more akin to art works, this display of bathtubs will depict the ethos of global bathing cultures.
Supporting Designer’s Editor Martin Allen-Smith, the selection panel includes specialist design writer and Managing Editor of Utopia Kitchen & Bathroom magazine Jo-Anne Wright, and Clara Perry, publisher of both titles and organiser of the annual Designer Kitchen & Bathroom Awards. The selection criteria includes ergonomics, originality, form, detailing, materials, fitness for purpose and character. From the tin bath in front of the fire to the latest digitally controlled auto-filled designer tub complete with surround-sound technology, all types of bath design have been considered, with only the very best selected for inclusion at the show. Designer Kitchen & Bathroom | Stand K12 www.designerkbmag.co.uk
Talking Heads
Architectural icon Richard Rogers is the big name on this year’s list of speakers at Talks With 100% Design, the seminar programme that takes place throughout the four days of the show. Rogers will open the Talks programme on 18 September and will offer an insight into his architectural practice from a career spanning more than five decades. It is also a timely appearance as it coincides with Richard Rogers: Inside Out, a retrospective exhibition of his work which is running at the Royal Academy, London, until 13 October.
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Among the other speakers is Italian design luminary Giulio Cappellini, owner of design brand Cappellini and a firm trendsetter when it comes to furniture and home styling. The main auditorium this year has been created by British designer Benjamin Hubert, who will himself be taking to the stage for a session to discuss the ideas behind the space. i www.designerkbmag.co.uk
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The Quooker is the world’s first 100°c boiling-water tap and holds global patents. The Nordic series marks a significant development in the history of the company and is only available through kitchen retail showrooms and is not available via any online dealers.
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working on the development of instant soup for an international food company thirty-five years ago, he realised that soup would never be ‘instant’ without boiling water on tap. From that moment
of the cellar in his own home – started developing an appliance that would dispense boiling water instantly.
up when the tap is touched. Grooves on the handle provide a tactile alert and give extra grip. Kitchen showroom line only The new Nordic series has been launched as a kitchen showroom line only. It’s not available online demonstrating Quooker’s commitment to its kitchen dealer network. Contact us to find out more on the Nordic Design Series.
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LUST FOR LIFE Abacus Direct will be showcasing the Lustrolite range of high gloss wall panelling. The material looks the same as glass but weighs less than a third of a traditional glass sheet and has 20 times the impact strength. Lustrolite is also available in a range of seven colours: Arctic; Glacier; Blue Atoll; Rouge; Mocha; Titan; and Carbon. Abacus Direct | Stand K214 www.abacusdirect.co.uk WOOD FROM THE WEST Devon-based furniture designer William Garvey will be showing a number of new concepts for the first time at 100% Design, including a new bath tub design and two new wooden sink creations. William Garvey | Stand K148 www.williamgarvey.co.uk
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STYLISH STONE Italian brand Antolini will be presenting the latest new patterns in its Natura Collection of stone surfacing. Created as part of a collaboration with designers Domenico De Palo and Alessandro La Spada, the new patterns are created using a special technique that delicately scores the stone to create a host of optical effects. Antolini | Stand K210 | www.antolini.com FEEL THE HEAT Portuguese manufacturer Foursteel will be presenting a range of new radiators in London this month, including Black Diamond and Arena – both designed by Patrick Pedrosa – as well as the Steel Glam towel radiator created in partnership with Gonçalo Byrne Architects. Foursteel | Stand K2 | www.foursteel.eu
IN OR OUT Cosentino will be unveiling its new ultra-compact surface, Dekton at 100% Design. Brand new to the market, Dekton provides an ideal architectural solution for both interiors and exteriors due to its strength and versatility. Following the commercial launch, Dekton will be available to the UK consumer market, exclusively through Cosentino ‘Elite’ studios from Autumn 2013. Cosentino | Stand K334 www.cosentino-group.net
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A new concept by design studio Front celebrates the normally unseen workings that we take for granted when we switch on the shower With a 20-year track record of working with a broad range of internationally renowned designers, Hansgrohe’s Axor brassware brand is no stranger to new and sometimes abstract ideas. In fact, designs from the likes of Jean-Marie Massaud, Philippe Starck and the Bouroullec brothers have all been startling departures from the norm when those particular collaborations were unveiled. The company’s latest creative venture sees it team up with two of the world’s most trend-setting design studios – Nendo from Japan (see Designer Kitchen &
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Bathroom, August 2013), and Sweden’s Front Design. Although concept designs rather than production models, the project is an attempt to challenge existing thinking in this product category, bringing previously unseen combinations and aesthetics together for a fresh take on showering. Front’s installation has that familiar characteristic of simplicity that is associated with Scandinavian design, but it is also something of a homage to artisan skills and the aesthetics inherent in technology and installation.
The Axor WaterDream created by Sofia Lagerkvist, Charlotte von der Lancken and Anna Lindgren is intended to allow the user to experience the path water takes in its most original form. “We used our personal perception of the shower and showering to draw attention to the technology behind the wall, which is often concealed,” explained von der Lancken. Lagerkvist added: “It was important for us to foster an awareness of what is the most archetypal aspect of the bathroom – the installation itself. For this reason, we played around with the most
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elementary components that are used to bring water to us – pipes, valves, couplings, and funnels.” Philippe Grohe, Brand Manager for Axor, said: “Front shows how something that is normally hidden from view can become a visually appealing and valued spatial construct. “Within our overall understanding of the use of space, the interaction with water, and the multifaceted individual needs of people, we focused specifically on the shower this time, interpreting it anew with Front and Nendo.” i
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Electrolux is aiming to bring professional grade appliances to the home market with its new ultra high-end range
Appliances manufacturer Electrolux has been showing off the first London installation of its new Grand Cuisine range of professional cooking technology. The Electrolux Grand Cuisine system comprises nine products, as well as the iconic French-style cooking stove Molteni. Products in the range are available
in a number of bespoke finishes so that it can be adapted to suit a contemporary or a traditional kitchen space. The ultra premium appliances are the result of several years of collaboration of specialists at Electrolux. Led by Design Director Henrik Otto, the development team included professional
chefs and leading technology experts as well as the R&D and design teams. Otto said: “We truly believe Electrolux Grand Cuisine is set to revolutionise home cooking – and will have a major impact on the future of kitchen design. The products are visually stunning but the design profile is really about communicating
the absolute precision and professional performance of the products with the richness of material and the refined machine. “The attention to detail in every single element ensures we have solved problems that the home chef does not even know needed solving – from the perfect angle of the handle on the
Combination Oven, to the interactive interfaces that can be operated with an elbow whilst your hands are full.” Starting price for the full range – excluding the Molteni stove – is £78,000. The first London residence to feature the new appliances is in the trendy North London suburb of West Hampstead. i
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Falper’s bold new launch suggests that form and function most certainly do mix‌
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Wing is the brainchild of Ludovico Lombardi, a lead architect and designer at Zaha Hadid’s London studio. Made from biobased Cristalplant, the basin’s striking shape makes it a real focal point in the bathroom. The latest creation from Italian brand Falper is available with an LED uplighter option, a vertical steel cable with lamp, and a matching horizontal cable which acts as a towel-rail. 37 pg
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Sail of the Century Some high-end bathrooms enjoy beautiful views, but surely none can compare with the ever-changing vista offered by this luxury cruise ship‌
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We’ve all done it. You stay at a nice hotel, and fall in love with the sumptuous bathroom so much that you wish you could recreate it in your own home. Well, it would be a tall order for anyone with the good fortune of staying on this luxury cruise ship to replicate this truly one-off bathroom. The Reflection Suite, designed by BG Studio of New York, is the jewel in the crown of Celebrity Reflection, part of the Celebrity Cruises fleet, measuring 1,047 ft from bow to stern and weighing 126,000 tons. It is a striking two-bedroom, 1,636 sq ft space that can accommodate up to six guests. It boasts 10-foot high floor-to-ceiling windows that offer panoramic views which are even more expansive on the 194 sq ft wraparound veranda. The suite includes a custom dining room table and formal bar among many other features.
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The undoubted highlight however is the glass-enclosed cantilevered bathroom which extends over the edge of the ship and offers a veranda hot tub with soothing cantilever rain shower and an incredible birds-eye view of the ocean. The bathroom was designed to be the ultimate private sanctuary with customised reflective glass and a special fogger in the shower that prevents passing vessels and other guests from seeing into the suite. Francesca Bucci, co-owner of BG Studio and one of the designers involved in the project, said: “The overall look of the bathroom is meant to reflect that of a 5-Star luxury hotel. We opted for a modern space with a focus on clean lines. The juxtaposition of the rich woods (wenge, dark walnut) against the fresh white quartzite and glass mosaic, creates a high contrast and crisp look throughout the space.” The finishing within the bathroom was, unsurprisingly for a luxury ship, of the highest standard. All of the suites on board feature custom-made WCs, LED mirrors, taps and showers by Grohe and Hansgrohe. The Reflections suite includes the Scelta bath from Hoesch and NeoGlass mosaic wall tiling from Sicis. It is the structural element that elevates the space from great to incredible i www.kb-network.co.uk
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“We knew we were taking a risk with the glass cantilevered shower, but the client put their trust in our team to deliver a one of a kind design”
however. Bucci explains that the cantilevered shower was a technological feat from both an engineering and electronic standpoint: “The element had to be structural in that it was built into the ship’s exterior, but also beautiful. Both of these qualities were carefully coordinated between our office, the client and the shipyard in order to produce such striking results.”
There are also a host of other issues inherent in designing a bathroom on a ship. The stricter health & safety and fire codes that regulate ships always bring with them more unattractive, yet necessary pieces of equipment such as alarms, hatches and vents. The trick is to try and design a space so that those elements seem to disappear, especially when designing a high end space such as this.
Creating this highly unique space was one thing, but turning it into the ultimate in luxury bathrooms required some clever functionality. The shower uses airinjection technology to boost low water pressure (which is common on ships) to create a more voluminous downpour.
The constant motion of the ship is also something that must be kept in mind, and accordingly, light fixtures must always be secured to rigid rods and all shelving must have built in rails to prevent objects from falling.
Adjustable lighting is also a feature, introducing an element of chromotherapy designed to help balance a person’s energy. All of these elements can be adjusted to each individual guest’s preference and stored using the shower’s wireless ‘RainBrain’ system. This system acts as a sort of ‘shower butler’ that controls shower operation, jet types, as well as temperature, and it can be pre-set for up to five users. Unusually for a bathroom, the issue of soundproofing was also one that had to be considered. Bucci explains: “One of the big challenges with this space was its location on the ship. While it had its clear advantages – the panoramic views most obviously – it was placed directly adjacent to the ships’ very popular night club. The suites needed to be acoustically isolated in their construction, with thicker walls and sound insulation.”
Bucci adds that an extra challenge with this particular project was that it had to be developed fairly late in the ship’s overall construction schedule. “When the idea for the suites was brought to us by the client, the ship’s construction was already underway, and the steel already set,” she says. “We had to work with the existing conditions and design a space that was completely unique, but also cohesive with the structure of the ship.” Creating a space like this demands brave thinking from a designer. Bucci says that the end result surpassed even their team’s own expectations. “The master bathroom materialised better than we could have ever imagined. We knew we were taking a risk with the glass cantilevered shower, but the client put their trust in our team to deliver a one of a kind design, and we certainly did so.” i
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New Wave Design Francesca Bucci, co-owner of BG Studio, on creating a bathroom masterpiece…
“The primary design challenge for our bathroom was to create big features in a small space. We emphasised the most dramatic element – the sea views – by floating the open vanity and mirrors against a floor-to-ceiling glass wall and cantilevering a stunning glass shower off the side of the ship. A material palette of dark walnut, crisp white quartz and sophisticated Sicis murals gives the space even more visual punch and a clean, modern attitude.”
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Celebrity Reflection is the newest and largest ship in the five-strong Celebrity fleet. Among numerous other features that you wouldn’t necessarily expect to find on a ship, it features The Lawn Club, a park-like environment where green grass grows on the ship’s top open decks. Along with the Reflection Suite, the ship’s five lavish Signature Suites – also designed by BG Studio – are located in a private area of the 14th deck. Comfortably accommodating up to four guests, each 441 sq ft suite is complete with floor-to- ceiling windows up to 10 ft high and a 118 sq ft veranda designed to make the most of the views. The Reflection and Signature suite area of the ship can only be accessed by an exclusive key card, allowing families or groups of up to 26 guests to enjoy their own private six suite cruise ship experience.
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BETTEART The beautifully shaped confirmation of the highest level of skill in steel/enamal art (skill). Design: Tesseraux + Partner
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Can kitchen designers learn from the techniques employed by restaurant designers to create luxury eating establishments? We ask experts for their take on the ‘good practice’ that could work equally well in both the hospitality and the residential arenas
Afroditi Krassa
David Rockwell
Mark Bithrey
Laura Elwick
Something that we all aspire to at one time or another is to have a bit of luxury in our own homes. The typical example of this – and something frequently referred to on our pages – is the consumer yearning to recreate the hotel spa effect in their own domestic bathroom. Bringing that sumptuous, high-end feel to create a welcoming and enjoyable space to linger is the goal of all bathroom designers now that this room has become about more than just function.
reflects the style and the quality of the food and to which customers will want to return again and again.
often get clients who want to create a kind of homeliness in their kitchens in order to create a space that is unique and personable. For example, a client may opt for a handmade or crackle glazed tile for their open kitchen to add give a ‘lived in’ feel.”
“It’s true, that residential interiors already pick up on a lot of these elements through the connection of the dining and kitchen space in many homes, which in some ways may have also influenced restaurant design to an extent,” she says. “At Whyte & Brown, a new free-range, chicken and egg restaurant concept just opened in London’s Carnaby Street, we devised that the head chef take his place at the customer side of the pass as a key feature, to ensure that he can oversee every dish which leaves the kitchen. This gives the customers an honest view of the kitchen operations and again highlights the theatre aspect.
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Similarly, we often think of eating out as a valued indulgence – and just maybe that’s about more than just not having to do the cooking and the cleaning up afterwards. Restaurants offer something altogether more than just good food. Restaurateurs strive to create a convivial environment that
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A Sense of Theatre Mark Bithrey, Design Director & Owner of B3 Designers, says: “Our experience with virtually every restaurateur that we work with is that the crucial factors are theatricality, escapism, and being distinctive in a way that is true to the food concept and dining experience.” In more broad terms, he says this could be described as creating a stage set that centres upon the food and dining experience. “The honesty, theatricality and celebrating the food as hero is of course reflected in the growing desire for open kitchens or views into the kitchen as part of the overall dining experience. But we
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Laura Elwick, an Interior Designer at London design studio Blacksheep, agrees that the element of theatre is at the top of the list when it comes to priorities for restaurant interiors. Blacksheep works across a range of different dining styles from high spec contemporary fine dining spaces to mid-market rustic industrial restaurants, and more and more contemporary restaurants now reflect the theatrical approach by adopting an open kitchen format, allowing the food, chefs, service style and cooking techniques to take centre stage.
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“A large chef’s table is also strategically positioned so that it travels from the dining area into the kitchen, again giving a real and physical connection between the two spaces. i
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The Imli Street restaurant in London’s Soho, designed by B3 Designers. Mixed seating and varied use of materials including oak timber table tops, concrete brick bar front, exposed brick walls and metal menu holders
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Whyte & Brown, Carnaby Street, London, designed by Blacksheep. It features industrial style fittings combined with domestic references such as the traditional kitchen sink and hanging kitchen cupboards used as design focal points
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Welcoming, interactive spaces are the hallmark of numerous restaurant designs by interior designer Afroditi Krassa, including spaces for restaurant chain Café Rouge (above)
“We always look at creating spaces which offer the guest an experience, something they can walk away from but remember, something which is very different from a residential environment. However, I think with design in the home becoming appreciated by more people, some of these experiences are easily transferable into the residential space.” The ‘experience’ aspect of a restaurant has taken on new dimensions, with food being served with some of the preparation left for the customer to complete, or presented on ceramic tiles – and even house bricks! – for dramatic effect and the ultimate talking point. Interior designer Afroditi Krassa says that this kind of customer participation has been a part of recent client projects that she has undertaken. “We picked on this movement quite early
on. With the right type of food, this could be a way to make entertaining casual yet more interactive, creating more conversation and an even more memorable dinner. Your guests arrive and not all the food needs to be prepared and formally presented like in the past, but becomes part of the experience.”
some of your favourite culinary items in open view such as wooden utensils or jam jars or artwork are great items to reflect individual personalities. Conversely, if your approach to cooking and style is more minimal and pared back you may have a décor in your kitchen that reflects this.”
Residential Crossover B3 Designers’ Bithrey believes there are a number of techniques that can be transferred from the restaurant to the residential kitchen with good effect: “You might want to incorporate a counter with seating that allows you to interact with guests while you are preparing the meal.
Blacksheep’s Elwick sees the gap between the interior style of a restaurant and that of a domestic kitchen becoming smaller. “A current key trend is to take a restaurant space and give it an almost domestic feel with regards to comfort, levels of intimacy, and zoning – rather than ending up with a large cavernous space with rows of tables, it is divided down into smaller areas. This is something we did at Whyte & Brown, where we almost created a series of room sets, allowing each space to have its own identity with something special in every
“In terms of the ‘honesty’ element of the space, you might consider the kitchen to be the hub of your home space and fill it with items in view that reflect you in some way; this may be by having
area. This was achieved with furniture elements and changing levels rather than physically building walls.” It is a simple trick but one which has a major impact on the impact of the space. “Focussing on zoning with furniture and creating group arrangements within a residential setting (rather than physically dividing every space with walls), could be a way of introducing a similar technique used in restaurants.” Changing Lifestyles Consumer expectations on both the dining out and domestic fronts have definitely been elevated over the past couple of years. People have higher expectations in terms of both the product that they are eating and how it should be enjoyed. B3 Designer’s Bithrey says: “Consumers are much more savvy when it comes to cooking, as well i
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Striking design with home comforts at the Nobu restaurant at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, the largest of the brand’s restaurants worldwide. This scheme by the Rockwell Group includes several semiprivate dining ‘pods’ to create a more intimate dining experience (photography by Eric Laignel)
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as the quality and provenance of the ingredients and want unique and memorable experiences when they dine. Creating the interior backdrop for these experiences has a lot to do with attention to detail and having a look and feel that is appropriate to the function of the space. “Great examples of this include Pizza East’s approach to serving wine in tumblers as oppose to wine glasses, which immediately gives a casual, relaxed feel to drinking as well as Polpo’s bar counter where you can enjoy a casual drink and sharing plates inches away from the bar tender which gives a fantastic epicurean approach to a drinking and dining experience.”
Food for Thought David Rockwell, Founder and CEO of the Rockwell Group architecture and design studio, believes that creativity in the restaurant sector is currently riding particularly high…
Blacksheep’s Elwick agrees that consumers are increasingly switched on, not just about the cooking and food quality, but with a wider grasp of design style that appears to go hand in hand with that: “Guests are now much more design savvy and have an appreciation of commercial design. Trends used in restaurant design seem to move into the residential sector much quicker than before too, such as the craze for industrial fittings which the high-street retailers have picked up and are selling to all levels of the market.”
“Food itself is big. Food is now an expression of your personality and character – what you eat, where you eat it and how you eat it talks volumes about who you are.”
Krassa believes that trends in this sector are fast changing because of the rapidly evolving role that food plays in our lives today:
Ultimately though, people’s perception of food has changed. They are willing to experiment, challenge traditional recipes and
She adds that where the Zeitgeist was fashion in the 60s and furniture or interiors in the 90s, food has arguably assumed that role for today. “There are more restaurants opening, more pop ups, cooking books, apps, TV shows, and whilst celebrity chefs are still important, there are chefs that aren’t on TV but have a great following on Twitter.”
‘travel’ through food. “Diners are more willing to try new restaurants – especially with the explosion of casual dining options – as well as trying new recipes at home,” says Krassa. “They also want to learn. There is a strong educational element behind all of this.” She adds: “An eclectic and relaxed style in restaurants is still in demand and doesn't seem to be waning. In a way, restaurants are drawing inspiration from the home and not the other way around. The mixing and matching of reclaimed furniture is still of the moment. Perhaps it’s the homely, human feel in a public space that is appealing most to both restaurateurs and customers alike.” i
“I’m really interested in restaurant design that creates opportunities for people to gather and connect. We’re moving away from generic, large spaces to smaller, cosier spaces that foster more intimate connections. Technology can really encourage people to celebrate together. I think interactive design in restaurants separated people in the past. Now we’re entering a new phase where it is enhancing and facilitating a better dining experience. I’m really fascinated with the trend of pop-up restaurants and portability. Pop-up restaurants began as a concept for restaurateurs with the idea that not every restaurant is permanent. Temporary structures allow for so much more flexibility and open the door for new surprises and techniques.”
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Feeling the Heat Radiator manufacturers are facing the twin challenge of meeting consumer demand for lower cost products that are also energy efficient. Oh, and they have to look great too‌
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“We’re seeing products using design threads and narratives from earlier eras”
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The radiator remains one of the big design conundrums in the home. Long considered an awkward but indispensable item, it was often perceived to be a hinderance in creating a beautiful room layout. In more recent times however, it has taken on a new role as a stylish focal point in its own right. Alberico Crosetta, Brand Manager at Italian radiator manufacturer Antrax IT, said: “The radiator was involved in an extraordinary revolution that has transformed it from a purely functional product to an aesthetic design object that adds value to a living space.
“The market is increasingly oriented to products in which the perception of quality is more prevalent than the technical qualities.” He warns though, that this is a product category in which price remains a determining issue: “The cost remains the most decisive factor in the choice of the radiator. The consumer no longer buys instinctively and often wants to save money when they buy any high price-category product.” Crosetta says that, hand-inhand with this cost-conscious consumer outlook, green issues have been brought increasingly to the fore. “The consumer is getting more
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The eco theme figures prominently right now, not least because of ever-rising fuel prices and the impact this has on households of all sizes. Barbara Payne, Head of Design and Marketing at Bisque Radiators, said: “There are some definite trends emerging for 2014. i www.kb-network.co.uk
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The first of these is a continuing emphasis on eco-friendly, high efficiency heating solutions, while the other sees products using design threads and narratives from earlier eras.” As with most industries, the recession has had a major impact on revenue in the radiator and boiler manufacturing industry. However, research has revealed that expected investment returns in the housing and commercial building markets should see revenue return to modest growth over the next five years. Dean Chughtai, General Manager at MHS Radiators, believes that radiators have developed a great deal, both in terms of design and performance over the last 20 years: “Modern radiators can now offer high heat outputs, as well as operate with low levels of water content, which is beneficial to end users both in terms of energy efficiency and cost savings. “With such a wide variety of materials now available, there is a large selection of designer radiators on the market. Of course, with household budgets remaining tight, end users are opting for products that not only offer high levels of quality and output, but also exceptional value for money.” i
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The Zenon Multi radiator from MHS has a vertical L-shaped tube configuration and offers a powerful heat output. It is available in a range of finishes MHS Radiators | www.mhsradiators.com
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The Cala ladder towel rail by Ben de Lisi is part of the Elegance range from Abacus Direct | www.abacusdirect.co.uk Blade Towel Rail in Brushed Silver designed by PeterAbacus RankinDirect for Iconic Radiators Iconic Radiators | www.iconicradiators.co.uk
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“The consumer is getting more and more attentive to sustainability and energy saving, two perogatives that allow a consequent money saving” Alberico Crosetta, Brand Manager at Italian radiator manufacturer Antrax IT
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“There are around 190 million radiators in-situ in UK properties, and radiators are still used for the majority of new builds as well” Agorà by Nicola de Ponti for Italian manufacturer Tubes Tubes | www.tubesradiatori.com
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The popularity of radiators is not in doubt. Of the 26 million homes in the UK, more than 23.5 million of them have ‘wet’ central heating. There are around 190 million radiators in-situ in UK properties, while radiators are still used for the vast majority of new builds as well. With more than 70% of the radiator market estimated to be in renovation/ refurbishment and, with the efficiency of products having improved significantly, like-for-like replacements (in conjunction with a high efficiency boiler and appropriate valves and controls) can provide householders with betterperforming systems at relatively low cost. “There is now an increased focus on design-orientated products with more minimalist, contemporary styles, with a definite trend towards custom design in innovative and unusual shapes, colours and finishes,” says Chughtai. “Changes in the breadth and availability of manufacturing materials in recent decades have resulted in polished stainless steel, chrome finishing and high output aluminium further strengthening their appeal, making radiators more affordable and aesthetically appealing to the masses. In terms of product development, the focus is on improving thermal performance, energy efficiency and control/flexibility, with a view to achieving lower running costs. “As long as radiator manufacturers can continue to produce innovative and appealing designs, the central heating market – and the radiator sector in particular – should continue to grow steadily in the medium to long term.”i
The Radiator Company has extended its eco efficient product offering with the launch of Reno. The new designs deliver thermal efficiency, ultra low water content and a high heat output. Air circulates up the inside and flows through the decorative caps at the top of the radiator The Radiator Company | www.theradiatorcompany.co.uk
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Designer Portfolio Creativity with confidence - Hanex solid surfacing exhibits at 100% Design stand E111 in the Eco Design & Build hall
The Hanex brand of solid surfacing is showing off its design and quality credentials with a palette of 80 finishes that will tick every designer’s wish list for stones, pearlescents, translucents and plain colours. The brand marries creativity and confidence offering the industry’s highest FR rating of EN 13501-1B and the NSF51 food hygiene certification. There is an extensive choice of white integrally moulded sinks for top end contemporary styling. Beautifully aesthetic, flexible and functional, Hanex can be called upon to bring a signature look to domestic, commercial, leisure, transport and public sector projects.
100% Design, 18-21 September Earls Court, London Showerstyling by Showerwall is a brand new custom-printed bathroom laminate being launched at 100% Design, stand K140
Showerstyling by Showerwall is the brand new product launch offering designers and specifiers the unique option of bespoke – digital printed wall panelling to give a bathroom a signature design, while also guaranteeing easy installation and maintenance.
Visit the website www.hanex.co.uk which offers unrivalled speed and ease of sample ordering, with samples despatched the same day. Brochures, comprehensive technical information and certification are easily downloaded. Full specification support is also available. Hanex is exclusively distributed by IDS nationwide offering ex-stock availability from its 12 regional branches.
Showerstyling is aimed primarily at the commercial sector including hotels, spas and leisure clubs and offers the design freedom for corporate or themed designs to be incorporated into the shower areas. Any design can be digitally printed and encapsulated sub-surface in the high performance, high pressure laminate. Designs can be printed large format up to 1200mm wide x 2440mm high. Also on show will be Showerwall’s flagship collection of 33 laminates spanning popular granites, marbles and surface textures, together with the Premier range of 20 decors.
IDS 0845 603 7811 julie.warner@idsurfaces.co.uk www.hanex.co.uk
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Avonite showcases its deluxe solid surfacing at 100% Design stand E3 in the Eco Design & Build hall Avonite is showcasing its deluxe Studio collection of polyester-based solid surfacing. Inspired by precious metals and glass, the 22 designs bring together luminosity, depth and clarity in a stand-out palette for luxurious high-end looks.
Also on show is the Foundations range with 21 designs in acrylic solid surfacing. Foundations offers a choice of 3mm and 12mm veneer thicknesses and different sheet sizes, offering the benefits of design flexibility and cost engineering for commercial projects. A brand new brochure is available and there is a free next day sample service. Brochures, comprehensive technical information and certification are easily downloaded. Full specification support is also available. Avonite is now distributed by IDS nationwide offering exstock availability from its 12 branches. IDS 0845 603 7811 info@avonitesolidsurface.co.uk www.avonitesolidsurface.co.uk
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HI-MACS® shows inspiration design possibilities at 100% Design Stand E211
LG Hausys, manufacturer of the super versatile HI-MACS® solid surface material, will exhibit on Stand E211 in Hall Eco, Design & Build at London’s 100% Design exhibition in September – 18th – 21st at Earls Court, London. HI-MACS® natural acrylic stone, will be shown in some futuristic furniture applications in the form of a stunning desk and fun furniture. The exhibit will also showcase the suitability for HI-MACS® to be used for both dramatic internal wall cladding and exterior façade applications, as well as some exciting new colours. HI-MACS® by LG Hausys +44 1892 704074 www.himacs.eu
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Designer Portfolio AEG ProTex Plus handles delicate garments with TLC
Bellissimo will match any colour
Bellissimo’s reputation as the distributor with the greatest choice of colours and sizes remains intact. Apart from its standard options, Bellissimo can supply any colour and size of door specified, including curves and handle-less, and will match any of the colours offered by the major paint suppliers. Bellissimo managing director Warnock Watson said: “With the rise of island units for worksurfaces and floor-to-ceiling cabinetry for storage and appliances, the kitchen is becoming more modular, and this trend lends itself to contrasting materials for different areas.” Bellissimo 01772 696959 info@bellissimofurniture.co.uk www.bellissimofurniture.co.uk
With a ProTex Plus washing machine consumers can now wash even their most delicate silk and woollen garments with peace of mind. Featuring the only wool programme on the market today that has a ‘cool down’ phase at the end of the wash, this machine protects fabrics from the shock of a cold water rinse at the end of a cycle to prevent shrinking. It is so gentle that it has even been awarded the highly-coveted Woolmark Gold certificate. With AEG’s steam function you can ‘refresh’ a suit and remove creases as an alternative to dry cleaning. A ProTex Plus washing machine generates steam at a lower temperature of 70°C for extra gentleness, making it ideal for dry clean only garments. AEG Trade Sales 08445 610561 www.aeg.co.uk
Landau Parapan® adds glamour to penthouse living
This ‘Stevian Kitchens’ design adds glamour and luxury to penthouse living. Cream and Purple Violet doors from the Natures Choice range have been used to create a high end kitchen solution featuring a curved end to the practical breakfast bar. Drama has been added to the stairs and inside the oak units by using high gloss Stone Grey Parapan®. The effects and designs are limitless when working with Landau. The manufacturing capability to produce custom sizes and a range of curved doors, drawers and panels in a variety of colours offers a complete bespoke solution for any situation. Landau Parapan 01482 440680 sales@landau.uk.com www.landauparapan.co.uk
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Derablok solid wood worktops
Deralam Laminates Ltd has over 10,000 premium branded worktops available ex-stock for nationwide delivery at highly competitive prices Bamboo now in stock Deralam +44 (0)1257 478540 sales@deralam.co.uk www.deralam.co.uk
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QUARTZFORMS
QUARTZFORMS engineered stone is the evolution of stone into a perfect surface, going one step further than natural stone. Our product is the result of the most cutting-edge technological development, manufactured with precision engineering, innovation and quality using the exclusive Bretonstone® process. Its versatility, resistance, aesthetic performance, hygienic quality and easy maintenance have won the trust of architects and designers worldwide. Owned by an Italian family but located in Germany, QUARTZFORMS offers Italian design flair combined with German precision engineering. QF Distribution Limited 01245 243929 sales@qfdistribution.co.uk www.qfdistribution.co.uk
A NEW CONCEPT IN DIY - (Design It Yourself) • Choose your kitchen layout • Choose your door and worktop finish • Add additional units • Upgrade appliances and sink, if required • Simple pricing system • YOU STAY IN CONTROL! Mark David 01279 868500 email@markdavid.co.uk www.markdavid.co.uk
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Stunning New Steyning Towel Rail from JIS EUROPE
JIS EUROPE of Haywards Heath has a new heated towel rail named the STEYNING. The towel rail is manufactured in an elegant round section shape with sixteen horizontal rails giving an appearance of refined luxury with ample choice for towel hanging. The STEYNING is 1000mm high and 520mm wide. It can be used in central heating, electric or dual fuel formats, which allows the rail to be heated when the central heating is turned off. It is manufactured in 100% stainless steel pressure tested to 12 Bar and is available in a polished finish with brushed satin finish available to order. It is also covered by a 25 year guarantee. JIS EUROPE 01444 831200 info@jiseurope.co.uk www.thesussexrange.co.uk
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The very best in quality storage that looks stunning is the hallmark of manufacturing excellence in the industry, and Mereway Kitchens certainly step up to the mark when it comes to storage components and accessories. Intivo drawer box upgrades are available for base and larder units and present a look that’s not only top quality but that’s aesthetically superior to other drawer box designs. The crisp white panel with glazed top has a sleek designer style. This is typical of the quality excellence Mereway retailers have been enjoying for many years, why their reputation is unprecedented and product so recognisable in the market. Mereway Kitchens 0800 028 4466 www.merewaykitchens.co.uk
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Franke extends its popular Pebel sink range with new ceramic options that are fashionably modern and curved
Franke has extended its popular Pebel Fragranite sink range with the addition of two Pebel ceramic models in a choice of black or white colour options. The new additions respond to the ongoing popularity of ceramic, yet reinterpreted in a modern curved design which offer a stylish alternative to the usual classic options. The models were launched at the end of April, as part of the update to Franke’s Specialist Range for 2013. The Pebel PBK 651 ceramic inset sink (pictured) is a practical 1.5 bowl model with the bowls measuring 335 x 410 x 205mm and 150 x 285 x 153mm. The sink fits a 600mm cabinet and is reversible. A single bowl option, the Pebel 611, is also available. Franke 0161 436 6280 www.franke.co.uk
Ultra minimalism with TKC’s Lucente White range
TKC’s Lucente White kitchen represents the pinnacle of modern living and, with its smooth and subtle clean lines, provides the ultimate high-end kitchen solution. Manufactured from 22mm thick MDF and featuring contemporary ‘J’ shaped grooves, Lucente White creates a powerful statement with its ultra minimalist look. Shaped corner posts enable the handle line detail to flow around the corners and through the design, providing a bespoke look. TKC 0161 336 3636 info@tkcomponents.co.uk www.tkcomponents.co.uk
Bushboard upgrades its pioneering ‘installer-ready’ M-Stone quartz worksurface range
Franke launches its first downdraft hood
Responding directly to retailer demand, Franke has introduced a brand new downdraft hood in chic stainless steel and black glass, the first of its kind in the Franke range and boosting its choice of styles to cater for a range of kitchen designs. The product is part of Franke’s 2013 range update and became available to retailers at the end of May. Gliding into action and then sliding away out of sight at the touch of a button, the Downdraft Hood is an ideal style for creating the sleek lines in open plan living, offers greater design freedom as it can be located anywhere in a kitchen layout and also removes the visual barrier of a hood over an island unit. Franke 0161 436 6280 www.franke.co.uk
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Following on the heels of its launch last November and its early success with retailers, Bushboard is releasing its pioneering ‘installer-ready’ M-Stone range of quartz worksurfaces which draws on the feedback from retailers and over 500 installers who have already attended Bushboard’s free one-day training and installation course. By popular demand, two brand new colours have been added. These are Pewter Stone, a modish grey colour and Almond Stone, a contemporary neutral which add to Ivory Stone, Black Diamond Stone, Black Gem Stone and White Gem Stone. The palette reflects the top six selling colours in the quartz sector following extensive market research. In addition, the thickness of the quartz material has been changed from 25mm to 20mm, which brings it in line with the standard thickness in the quartz market, while also facilitating even easier on-site installation as it’s lighter to handle.
Bushboard 01933 232 272 help@bushboard.co.uk www.bushboard.co.uk
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EUROLINE Exclusive importer of premium Italian stainless steel worktops and appliance manufacturer Barazza
Barazza is a name synonymous with high performance and advance design in the manufacture of stainless steel worktops and built-in appliances. Forty years of development, design and production of stainless steel projects has culminated in Barazza’s work becoming synonymous with innovation, quality and design. Barazza have the capability to seamlessy incorporate their own appliances into their stainless steel worktops. This superior process boasts clean lines and an unrivalled minimalist elegance. You can choose appliances to compliment your worktop, from gas and induction hobs, sinks and taps, so you’ll have the perfect personalised kitchen. Euroline delivers products to high-end kitchen retailers, designers and architects that meet their customer’s thirst for new and distinct appliances. Rather than just a supplier, Euroline sees its brands as partners. For more information about Euroline and Barazza, please visit: Euroline 0845 338 1761 enquiries@euroline.org.uk www.euroline.org.uk
This new, luxury, bespoke kitchen from British furniture maker Woodstock Furniture demonstrates a beautiful, handcrafted cabinet design, which has been cleverly created from a combination of traditional techniques and pure innovation using the finest quality sustainable timber. Clean lines and an eclectic mix of materials and textures from the stained oak cabinetry to the long, painted, central island topped with a 60mm limestone surface and riven edge, create a distinctive, minimalist design. They work closely with interior designers, architects and homeowners to provide a high quality finish and superb style so make them your preferred choice. Woodstock Furniture 0208 876 0131 01264 334 044 info@woodstockfurniture.co.uk www.woodstockfurniture.co.uk
Nano Shower Drain – Good Flow from Minimal Depth Off-The-Shelf and Bespoke worktops
Retailers and kitchen manufacturers alike are increasingly using Woodentops for off-the-shelf and highly bespoke items. Produced from our 3-acre site in Devon we distribute all over the UK using our specialised carriers either to site or to your premises. There is stock of more than 1500 solid wooden worktops ready for speedy despatch in a choice of 12 sizes and at least 10 speci. Special orders of 80mm and thicker worktops and end grain chopping blocks are normally made and delivered in 2-3 weeks. Woodentops +44 (0)1392 421111 www.woodentops.co.uk
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The latest product from Dallmer Ltd. is the CeraLine Nano, a high appearance slim-line shower drain that has the priceless advantage of a built-in depth of only 68mm. With this minimal depth, the new linear drain offers an excellent waste water flow rate of 0.45 litres per second and thus grants a whole range of new possibilities in shower and wetroom design for situations where cutting into solid floor structures is inadvisable or impossible. Dallmer Ltd has been one of the leading names in shower drain design in European markets for many years and this linear drain with minimal construction depth is the latest in a highly sophisticated product range. Dallmer Ltd 01787 248244 info@dallmer.com www.dallmer.com
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Designer Portfolio Kubex Showering you with Solutions – the Eclipse 800
Kubex UK Ltd., a UK based manufacturer, has been producing shower pods for over 20 years. A family runs business, it is now operating under Managing Director, Anthony Cook, who took over the ownership of the company from his father in 2011. Mr. Cook states “We have developed a fine reputation for a quality product at a great value for money. The range of shower pods is available via a network of stockists and retailers throughout the UK.”
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The latest addition to the range is the Eclipse 800, which reflects the polished expertise built up over those years. The Eclipse range arrives as an easily assembled and installed sectional pod, which once in situ offers a reassuringly low maintenance shower area that requires no tiling or grouting. A high gloss finish and smooth curved lines allow for easy cleaning and the fact any mixer can be added allows the user to tailor their Kubex shower pod to their specific design wishes.
Leading UK shower manufacturer, Roman, have launched a new Gloss finish option for their Roman Stone Solid Surface Shower Trays. The new finish is available now on their popular Infinity Shower Trays, as well as selected footprints from their Orbital Tray Range. The Roman Stone Tray Range was originally launched in a fashionable Matt finish, but following customer requests for a Gloss finish, the new option presents a different design perspective. The Gloss finish is available on all Infinity Trays, which are designed to give a simulated wetroom look, with their ultra-low 40mm profile. The Infinity Trays can be installed straight down onto joists, so that when tiled up to, they are flush with the floor. The Infinity Tray range is available 5 different rectangular size options, as well as a 900 x 900mm quadrant shape.
Kubex UK Ltd 01482 211421 info@kubex.co.uk www.kubex.co.uk
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New Non Electric & High Performance Water Softener from GENUS The new Genus CA range of Water Softeners is proving a popular seller with its compact size allowing for easy installation within a kitchen environment.
Aqata – Statement Enclosures
Celebrating 27 years of design innovation, AQATA the leading UK designer and manufacturer of premium quality shower enclosures presents an exceptional line-up of stunning shower enclosures, screens and walk-ins, styled specifically to create luxurious shower spaces. A luxury shower enclosure can create a stunning focal point in the bathroom. Combined with a clever layout and some creativity, an eye catching enclosure from Aqata will transform a room into a beautiful place of wellbeing and relaxation. The Exclusive Solutions ES215 offers elegance and quality that enhances any bathroom style from contemporary to timeless classic. Aqata 01455 896 500 sales@aqata.co.uk www.aqata.co.uk
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The benefits of softened water include a 50% reduction in your use of soaps, detergents and shampoos used, zero scale build up on shower cubicles and heads, cleaner baths, basins and taps and a more efficient boiler and plumbing system too. Both models are high capacity and meter controlled meaning no wastage of salt or water and are easy to operate with programming in under a minute too. Manufactured in the UK, with a 10 year guarantee and supported by a technical helpline and a comprehensive sales brochure, the Genus range offers great value and ensures years of trouble free soft water for the home. Dolphin Water Solutions 01376 329729 www.genuswater.co.uk
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Hansgrohe - ShowerTablet Select 300
The innovative Select collection from Hansgrohe includes Raindance Select hand showers, overhead showers and showerpipes with ShowerSelect and ShowerTablet thermostatic bath/shower controls all with simple push button ‘select’ operation. As a highly functional solution for exposed installations, the Hansgrohe experts have developed the ShowerTablet Select 300, an attractive and generously dimensioned shelf for storage, in a unit that also does the work of a thermostat. A new shut-off valve allows turning the flow of water on and off by simply pushing a button. The Select buttons are positioned on the left and feature clear symbols either with a shower icon only or shower and bathtub for the model with integrated bath spout. Hansgrohe 01372 465 655 enquiries@hansgrohe.co.uk www.hansgrohe.co.uk
Integral Basins and Worktops from Mereway
Integral moulded basins are right on trend and Mereway Bathrooms’ Lustre collection offers beautifully formed oval and square moulded basin designs in both inset and semi countertop styles. This stunning range comprises 14 beautiful marble, granite, sparkling and solid finishes. A superior product that’s made to last; Lustre surfaces boast a high quality construction whilst offering consistency in colour and finish. A completely solid cast product, it is manufactured from natural materials and pigments mixed with a durable resin binder then topped with a high-gloss polyester gel coat, making its surface highly durable, heat resistant and extremely hygienic. Mereway Bathrooms 0800 028 4466 www.merewaybathrooms.co.uk
RAPPORT TAPS from ABODE
The Rapport collection of chrome finish taps created especially for the UK market forms part of a new range of bathroom brassware products from Abode incorporating single lever, dual lever and wall mounted basin models, as well as deck mounted bath mixers and shower mixers and concealed wall mounted thermostatic valves. This new inspirational solid square range with an offset handle design offers basin and bath taps that have been designed to co-ordinate with trendy new basin and bath shapes and sizes. These stylish taps are softened by gently rounded corners adding yet another designled dimension. This simple, but striking design provides an array of solutions for even the most demanding of bathroom interiors. Abode Tel: 01226 283434 Fax: 01226 282434 www.abode.eu
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Secure Plus shower surface from Kaldewei
In a constant effort to blend design in harmony with functionality, Kaldewei takes innovation to a whole new level. As a world first, Secure Plus is the new anti-slip surface finish for enamelled shower surfaces that is virtually invisible. Available in the selected matt colours of Kaldewei’s Coordinated Colours Collection, it is made of a quartz sand mix that is permanently fired onto the shower surface including outlet cover. The resulting seamless surface ensures durable safety and comfort underfoot. 0800 840 9770 info-uk@kaldewei.com www.kaldewei.co.uk
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di designer | design inspiration
Building Photography by Morley von Sternberg
My Design Inspiration by Wayne Hemingway David Jones Photography
“The Royal Festival Hall and the South Bank Centre in London are a constant source of inspiration to me. The DNA of the site is a festival venue that was delivered by a multi-disciplinary team of creative folk as a ‘tonic to the nation’ after the austerity of the war, using a bomb ravaged site on what was then a largely pg unloved south bank of the Thames. This in itself provides a great precedent for regeneration.
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The use of colour, the creation of a site for the public to dance, linger and be merry and the – what was then challenging, but is today considered timeless has unveiled its major new kitchen brand, and it has grand plans for –Symphony ‘mid century modern’ aesthetic is a constant source providing with a team previously unimaginable level of personalisation of referenceconsumers to the Hemingway in our urban design, product design and for our festivals. The inspirational way that the South Bank Centre is programmed, the generosity of its spaces, the way it keeps evolving and the passion of the team there is uplifting.”
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South Bank Centre | www.southbankcentre.co.uk Hemingway Design | www.hemingwaydesign.co.uk Wayne Hemingway MBE is a designer and co-founder of fashion brand Red or Dead. He is also organiser of this month’s Vintage by the Sea festival in Morecambe, Lancashire, which will be taking place at the town’s iconic Art Deco Midland Hotel on 15 September (www.vintagefestival.com) www.designerkbmag.co.uk
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