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SieMatic
‘MosaicDesign’ Worktops – Adding Exclusivity to Modern
Kitchen Design
SieMatic
says 'When it comes to exclusivity and individuality in the domestic kitchen,
SieMatic is the brand that recognises the imperative homeowners attach
to owning a kitchen that is not merely a carbon copy of their neighbour’s.
In the luxury kitchen market, homeowners aspire to own a kitchen that
is uniquely theirs: a kitchen that reflects their success, their love
of cooking and penchant for entertaining. Above all, SieMatic recognises
the pivotal role that the modern kitchen provides as the hub of modern
family life.
'The Cologne Fair in January 2005 saw SieMatic add various innovations
that enable a consumer to customise their kitchen the way a motorist lucky
enough to order a Porsche, Mercedes or BMW car might customise their vehicle
when ordering one.
'SieMatic Mosaic Design worktops are
the ultimate in exclusivity. Available in two factory and one hand made
version, all are targeted at the top end of the market.'
The hand made Mosaic Worktops are made from pieces of marble which are
combined with genuine Venetian glass and even flakes of gold leaf. These
top quality designs consist of 1 X 1 cm marble stones, painstakingly hand
set by mosaicists specially trained in this traditional craft. The characteristic,
elegant look is based on the combination of marble types and colours,
the broken edges of the mosaics and the inlays of Venetian glass and /
or gold. No two kitchens will ever claim the same worktop, since each
is hand crafted for its owner and by arrangement, any pattern or inlay
can be specified. Hand made MosaicDesign worktops cost around £350
per metre length.
SieMatic MosaicDesign is also offered in a 10 x 10 cm ceramic tile style
version in either a single tone colour or with a two tone chessboard pattern.
SieMatic UK Managing Director Bernard Otulakowski says 'Any homeowner
investing in a kitchen invariably costing an amount comparable to that
of a decent car wants to own something that is uniquely theirs and in
a mode that is about more than the shape and configuration of their property.
These new worktops enable a SieMatic customer to buy a kitchen secure
in the knowledge that their investment really is unique'.
Tel: 01438 369251
Web: http://www.siematic.co.uk
Bauformat
has added the latest in glass design to it's kitchen portfolio.
Glass roller shutter units, which sit on the worktop are now available
in a plethora of sizes. The glass shutter units come complete with UK
sockets, internal glass shelves and lights. Typical of German design,
the units have dampers on the bottom glass lamella which allow soft closing
onto the toughest of worktop surfaces, and the unit comes complete with
velvet magnetic pads to clean both sides of the Glass.
Tall side sliding aluminium framed glass units have also been added to
the programme - these have 8mm glass shelves and the option of back lighting.
For situations where space does not allow for side sliding the units are
available hinged.
Tel: 0845 658 1949
Web: http://www.bauformat.co.uk
Beat
the Heat with the Convair Magicool Portable Air Conditioner from Scott
Products
In
the heat of high summer, it is increasingly desirable to use an efficient
cooling system in the home. The Convair Magicool,
the portable cooler from Scott Products Ltd., is especially designed to
address excess heat problems around the home from the kitchen to the conservatory
and from the living room to the bedroom.
While
being powerful, this cooler is also economical. The Convair Magicool is
able to cool a room of a 8-11m2 size using only 56 watts of power. This
is less energy than a light bulb. What’s more, Magicool’s filter
pad requires no maintenance.
The Convair Magicool is an Australian product, designed and built based
upon their extensive knowledge of the cooling needs in a very hot climate.
The Magicool cools the air by a natural evaporative process allowing you
to keep your windows and doors open and enjoy the cooled breeze. And that’s
not all. Fully portable, the Convair Magicool is light enough to carry
and can be positioned anywhere that has access to an electric socket.
The unit requires no installation, has no vent hose and is very easy to
use with simple controls.
The Convair Magicool is a compact, modern and unobtrusive unit that ties
in well with the design of any domestic room. In addition, the cooler
has a large, 13-litre water tank and a water level indicator, so you can
run it all night.
The Convair Magicool comes with a two-year guarantee on parts and labour
and it has a retail price of around £189.00 (incl VAT). The Convair
Magicool is available via numerous retail outlets throughout the UK including
Robert Dyas and Euronics.
For more information on the Convair Magicool, please call Scott Products
Ltd. on 01606 837787 or email mailto:sales@scottmail.co.uk
New
from Franke is the Kubus undermount
range of sinks, which sees the traditional soft curve of the bowl replaced
with a more geometric modern line.
The Kubus has been designed with a 25mm corner radii giving the sink an
angular look while also remaining easy to clean.
John Swain, product manager for Franke UK, commented: ‘As the style
of the sink is becoming equally as important as its function, square bowls,
such as the Kubus, are growing in popularity as they offer a modern minimalistic
look which complement today’s contemporary kitchen furniture ranges.’
Available in six different bowl sizes, consumers can choose from a range
of configurations to suit their needs.
The half bowls within the range have the same front to back dimension
as the large bowls which again adds to the overall geometric style of
the Kubus.
Also available for the Kubus are a separate drainer unit, drainer tray,
strainer bowl with handle, colander with handle, and a chopping board.
For further information about Franke products, call 0161 436 6280 or visit
http://www.franke.co.uk
New
Colours from BA Components
BA
Components
has recently launched eight new colours and six new door designs to its
product range. This brings the total offer to 27 colours and 19 door designs
now marketed under the brand name 'Bella'.
Into the Bella range comes High Gloss Red, High Gloss Cream, High Gloss
Maple and High Gloss Cherry; the latter is supplied on an exclusive basis
to BA Components. Alabaster, Light Walnut, Dark Walnut, and Pippy Oak
complete the new colours.
The choice of these eight colours reflects feedback from BA Components'
large UK and Irish customer base, and also information on trends identified
by the company's in house designers gathered from other European manufacturers.
The new colours are shown across all six new door designs in full room
displays within the company's new 68 page Kitchen and Bedroom Brochures.
These additions complement the range by offering modern, contemporary
and traditional design possibilities.
The 'look' which can be created by choosing high gloss colours is endorsed
by some of BA Components' new door designs. In this instance, the emphasis
has centred on offering customers an opportunity to create a modern or
contemporary layout in their kitchen or bedroom. The company's new Venice,
Modena, Rimini and Roma designs in particular set out to achieve this
look. Using these with its new 36mm Multi-purpose Rail for 'bulking out',
it is now possible to achieve a chunky modern square design.
Tel:
028 8676 4600
Email: mailto:sales@bacomponents.co.uk
Web: http://www.bacomponents.co.uk
In-toto
Combines Wood and White for New Kitchen
In-toto's
latest kitchen offers contemporary styling and value for money. W2-120
is in a low price group yet features top of the range drawer mechanisms
with dampers, super wide pull outs, aluminium framed glazed wall units
and easy access demi cabinets. Shiny easy-clean white laminate surfaces
the fronts with the broad chamfered edges finished in a three-ply wood
effect. The cabinets and plinths are a matching birch decor, complementing
the edge of the fronts.
The wall cablnets are a new addition to In-toto's range. Called 'Zoom'
units they are fitted with an aluminium profile to take long sliding glass
doors. This allows you to move freely without knocking your head on an
open wall cabinet door. In addition, the contents of each cabinet are
easily seen. The glass doors have full height aluminium handles. The glass
is slightly frosted and in a vertical tambour arrangement so that the
door slides round the interior ofthe cupboard.
This kitchen also presents spacious plinth drawers that are sturdy enough
to accommodate heavy items such as crates ofbottles. Lighting has come
ofage, with attractive aluminium angle section beneath the wall cabinets
housing lights. This attractive feature no longer needs to be concealed
by a wood strip 'lighting pelmet' and safely illuminates the work surface.
Tel: 01924 487900
Web: http://www.intoto.co.uk
Avant
White, PWS’ Shining Example
‘PWS’
new high gloss Avant White range is a shining example of chic contemporary
design.’ says the company. Introduced in response to the growing
trend for clean, minimal styling, the straight lines of the Avant slab
door combine with the reflective sheen to create a bright and airy interior.
The
simple style offers creative scope for the designer to introduce other
shapes and materials to dramatic effect. A selection of curved doors and
fascias add smooth contours, offering a host of design alternatives, such
as imposing shaped breakfast bars. Such sweeping curves and elegant lines
offer a softer design and a more individual layout.
Other interesting design features with this range include a selection
of three glass doors, a full screen glazed option and both horizontal
and vertical glazed letterbox models. Coupled with the radius ends and
curved doors and drawers the range has many accessories to create the
increasingly important personalised look. The simplicity of design lends
itself to contrast with other materials, particularly on the worksurface
front where timber, granite or composite stone can be used to dramatic
effect.
The Avant style is also available in three further finishes; cappuccino,
beige and ivory, reflecting the trend for light and natural colours in
kitchen. Avant White has achieved FIRA Gold Award, bringing the total
of PWS door ranges with Gold status to forty three.
All products can be viewed at http://www.pws.co.uk
with a link to order on PWS’ e-commerce solution Tradezone’,
or alternatively telephone PWS Customer Services on 01325 505555.
Produce
Even Neater Curves with New ‘Neatflex’
Specialist
panel manufacturer Neat Concepts has
launched a new version of its Neatform Bendy MDF product – the heavy
duty ‘Neatflex Bendy Birch’.
Neatflex
Bendy Birch is the speedy and simple way to produce inspirational curves,
and, being 19mm thick, is much thicker than Neatform Bendy MDF. It is
made be combining MDF Lite and Birch Plywood, and is therefore tougher.
The MDF Lite is 55% less dense than regular MDF and handles well.
Philip Brading, chairman of Neat Concepts, says, ‘We had identified
that there was a market for a thicker version, which led us to produce
Neatflex Bendy Birch. Its strength and thickness means that robust structures
can be fabricated relatively quickly enabling labour costs to be reduced,
while still retaining Neatform’s versatility.’
Neatflex Bendy Birch can be combined with other products, including Neatform
Bendy MDF, plywood or laminate, in order to create frameless free-form
curves, and is suitable for heavy duty applications.
‘Both Neatform and Neatflex are the ultimate material for constructing
curved surfaces in both commercial and domestic interiors, for everything
from reception desks to exhibition stands and innovative architectural
features.’ adds Philip
The panels are worked in the same way as Neatform, and the Birch Ply face
is decorated with paint, foil, veneer and laminate. This plywood surface
doesn’t crack open when bent, unlike flexible plywoods.
To find out more about Neat Concepts’ entire range of products, visit
the website at http://www.neatconcepts.com,
where technical information and application tips can be found. Alternatively,
contact the company on 020 8807 5805 or e-mail mailto:info@neatconcepts.com.
Burbidge
Launches Hoxton Light Walnut – the Urban Chic Kitchen with Curves
and a Touch of Retro
UK
kitchen frontals and accessories manufacturer, Burbidge,
is predicting that walnut will be the next major market trend in contemporary
kitchen design, and the launch of the company’s new foil wrap kitchen
– Hoxton Light Walnut – reflects this.
Hoxton
Light Walnut is an extension to Burbidge’s already successful Hoxton
Light Birch foil wrap kitchen range which, with its curved frontals and
profiled cornices and end panels, has proven a popular choice with consumers
looking for a modern and streamlined, but unusual, kitchen.
The Hoxton Light Walnut range should be a popular choice with those consumers
looking for a chic, contemporary kitchen that has a retro feel. The natural,
matt, smoky mid-brown colouring of Hoxton Light Walnut gives the kitchen
a rich character, while complementing the curves and contours of the doors
and accessories. The sloped shape of the door is further accentuated with
a continuation into the surrounding profiles and panels.
Aluminium slim line handles, which are neatly tapered at each end, provide
an effective contrast to the kitchen’s rich walnut graining. Designed
with urban chic minimalism in mind, modern aluminium accessories would
complement the kitchen particularly well. The horizontally opening wall
cabinets and wide pan drawers feature green glass, which, according to
Burbidge, will be another popular design trend for 2005.
Managing director Ben Burbidge said: ‘The success of Hoxton Light
Birch is testimony to the growing trend for contemporary, smooth, sleek,
curved lines in the urban kitchen, and spurred on by its popularity, we
introduced the walnut version. With walnut really being the colour to
watch in 2005, we are certain that Hoxton Light Walnut will prove successful.
The kitchen is strikingly modern, but the rich walnut colour gives it
a real retro feel – which is very in vogue at the moment. It is ideal
for consumers looking for an ultra modern urban chic kitchen that will
really make a design statement.’
Burbidge is a UK kitchen frontals and accessories manufacturer. For further
information on the company’s range of wood, painted, foil wrap and
metal frontals and accessories, please visit http://www.burbidge.co.uk
or call 024 7667 1600. Burbidge’s products can also be viewed in
realistic room sets in the company’s showroom at its Coventry manufacturing
facility. The showroom is open five days a week between 9am and 5pm.
Prima
Lengths Combine to Offer the Ultimate Flexibility
Offering
the ultimate in flexibility, worktops from Bushboard's
Prima collection are available in three and four metre lengths to minimise
wastage and reduce costs. Opting for the natural look, Bushboard's Clear
Maple is among several designs that highlight the emergence of lighter
finishes and complement stainless steel and contemporary kitchen furniture.
Bushboard's
Clear Maple worktop design has a realistic wood appearance, satisfying
the demand for a natural finish in the kitchen. Now with the squarer Tekform(r)
profile the look of real timber is easier to achieve within budget, with
no need for the maintenance associated with real timber. In addition,
Bushboard's Prima range is supported by revitalised branding which has
been extended to the Prima Worktop Centre, storing book-sized worktop
samples and brochures in a convenient free-standing or wall mounted unit.
Neil Horton, Bushboard's Commercial Director comments: ‘Our Prima
collection has already proved to be hugely successful; undoubtedly the
concentration this Spring on lighter Worktop designs will accentuate this
and support the trend for a more natural look in the kitchen. Block profile
Prima worktop designs are the ideal solution for consumers who want the
look of natural materials but who don't want the hassle of regular oiling.
The availability in three and four metre lengths is perfect for retailers.’
For further information on Bushboard call 01933 232242 or visit http://www.bushboard.co.uk
UK
kitchen and appliances supplier, Maurice Lay
Distributors Ltd. has launched the new 'Chico' kitchen as part
of its extensive and popular Caple range of kitchens.
The
'back to basics' inspiration behind Chico has resulted in clean lines
and a 'no fuss' appeal. The crisp white door finish helps create the look
and a matching inner carcase ensures a clean, consistent feel throughout
the kitchen.
Chico is made unique by adding the optional curved corner elements that
give the kitchen a smooth, gently rounded look. To add highlights, the
white units can be interspersed with metallic glazed or aluminium feature
doors. The whole kitchen can be further enhanced by accessorising in a
contrasting colour.
The room pictured features the Caple S700 island hood as a centrepiece
for the kitchen. If the hob is not located in an island situation, a Chico
boxed wall canopy can be used to house the extractor, set against a wall.
The Chico kitchen is available from Caple and starts from £145 incl.
VAT for a 600mm base unit. For details of this and many other kitchens,
appliances, sinks and taps, contact Maurice Lay Distributors Ltd on 0870
6069606 or log on to http://www.mlay.co.uk.
Now
Florence is the Purist of White Gloss from DiLusso
DiLusso
Distribution continues its 2005 new door range launch with
a white gloss design named Florence.
This
pure slab door and matching wide, deep drawer fronts, mid-height variants
and delicately associated accessories give kitchen designers an opportunity
to explore the current genre for clinical yet ethereal modernism.
DiLusso offers blade handles with Florence (as pictured).
‘The entire associated DiLusso Distribution package surrounds the
new doors- top of the range carcasses, all matching accessories and, a
stock holding and distribution facility that is second to none with the
newly augmented fleet of liveried DiLusso vehicles.’ says the company.
A variety of other new handle options in pewter, worktops and more are
available.
For all the new door designs - already launched and arriving - contact
DiLusso for information and literature.
Tel: 0161 230 0700
Soft
Touch by Mepla - from Häfele
Mepla
says that it is setting new standards of precision for cabinet door operation
with the company’s new Soft-close hinge system. Soft-close, they
say, smooths the action and damps the closure of concealed hinges in cabinets
for kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms. Or living rooms, offices ... or
anywhere else, come to that.
Mepla
hinges are now supplied with a facility to add an adaptor to allow Soft-close
to be installed at any stage - the furniture manufacturer can even extend
choice to the end user customer at the point of sale. This same level
of flexibility also covers the numbers of devices desirable for any given
cabinet.
Soft-close is visually harmonious, whether installed on new furniture
as part of the Mepla hinge assembly or retro-fitted into existing cabinets,
and the mechanism does not intrude inside the cabinet space. The number
of Soft-close devices required for any given cupboard space depends on
door size and weight - Mepla says that a single device is usually adequate
for a midsize door and that installation is fast, secure and completely
tool-free.
The Soft-close action gently slows closing of the cabinet door softly
and quietly
- the perfect balance, says Mepla, between form and function. The mechanism
is tool-free at all levels and continuously adjustable for tension, and
therefore closing pressures, on cabinet doors of all sizes and weights.
No additional borings to cabinet doors are required for the Soft-close
installation which makes the manufacture of cabinet runs quicker, more
efficient and also more cost effective. A cover cap is also available
from Häfele to finish concealed hinges that are not equipped with
the Soft-close mechanism.
Contact: Ray Fisher, Sales Director
Tel: 01788 542020 .
Email: mailto:ray.fisher@hafele.co.uk