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Natural
Extension to Burbidge’s Top Country Kitchen Design
Following
the success of its top-selling Arundel Character Oak kitchen, Burbidge
has extended the Arundel range with the introduction of a more rustic
Natural Oak version.
A quintessentially English style kitchen, made from a character English
wood, Arundel Natural Oak is a good choice for consumers that want traditional
design in a natural wood finish, and without fussy detailing.
The
beautifully crafted doors and drawers have wide solid oak frames with
panels made from estate hewn pippy oak – an exclusive wood that’s
proving popular at the top end of the market, and currently a particular
favourite with designers for its desirable patterning, variation and texture.
An extensive range of pippy oak accessories has also been developed by
Burbidge to accompany this range so that, while the frontals are simple
in style, the creative use of accessories can make an Arundel kitchen
as simple or as decorative as required.
Wide mullioned glass doors can be used to break up a run of solid oak
doors, while extra thick gun barrel pilasters add further interest. In
keeping with the period style that Arundel promotes, freestanding dressers
and counter top display units can be created with large pilasters and
end panels, while special decorative mantels and corbels are also available
for the creation of attractive storage space over range cookers. Other
pippy oak accessories available to the kitchen designer include a cornice,
extractor canopy, light pelmet and open units with spice drawers, and
for the finishing touch, there are two simple handles in a muted pewter
finish.
Ben
Burbidge, managing director, comments: ‘Although it is our most expensive
kitchen, Arundel Character Oak is currently one of our top selling designs,
so it was a natural step to extend this range. However, the key to the
success of this range is the style and the pippy oak wood combined. As
such we felt it was necessary to change the finish, rather than the type
of wood, to target those consumers who like English country house style,
but prefer a more natural, matt finish of wood. So while we’ve kept
the design and the wood the same, the less patined finish gives the Natural
Oak kitchen a lighter, fresher look – a country appearance rather
than the baronial style of the Character Oak option.’
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.
Warm
and Welcoming Havana Birch from PWS
Reflecting
the ongoing trend for warm and mellow timber in the kitchen, PWS
has introduced Havana Birch. The prominent design feature is its chunky,
wide frame, but the overall effect it achieves is streamlined and chic.
The theme here is a simple one but it is this simplicity that gives this
kitchen design appeal as it is equally at home in either a modern or classic
interior.
The
birch finish introduces warmth and character yet the styling also suits
the functionality of stainless steel accessories, splashbacks and clean
cut surfaces.
Features with this range include screen glazed doors in a range of size
options and radius feature ends. Alternatively aluminium framed glazed
doors, which are great for storing and displaying crockery, combine beautifully
with the birch finish. For a more traditional feel Havana Birch can be
accessorised with materials such as pewter and granite.
The Havana design is also available in a light oak finish and both ranges
have achieved FIRA Gold Award, bringing the total of PWS doors 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.
Handleless
Kitchens Combine Style and Quality
Keller’s
Black Label collection is a new concept in handleless kitchens that is
being launched into the UK marketplace to meet the demand for a highly
contemporary look that combines style with outstanding quality and remarkable
versatility.
The
upmarket Black Label collection stands apart from Keller’s established
range – now to be branded as the Red Label collection - and it is
defined by the fact that all the kitchens within it are handleless. The
concept allows designers to create the crisp, uncluttered look which has
been popular in Europe for some time. It is backed by an extensive range
of units so allows the creation of highly individual and virtually bespoke
concepts that have long been a familiar Keller feature.
Within the Black Label collection are four price groups. At the lower
end of the scale, the GL2000 is a matt finish, melamine door available
in 19 colours. The GL3000 is a post form door in four colours while the
GL4000 is a high gloss finish door in seven colours. At the top of the
range, the GL5000 offers a veneered MDF door in six real wood finishes.
Loes
Jongeneelen, Keller’s Marketing Manager, comments: ‘The time
is right to provide kitchen designers in the UK with Keller’s new
stunning, modern handleless concept. This handleless range of kitchens
is being launched as the Black Label collection, a name which has been
chosen to portray the upmarket image of the product, with its exclusive
look and feel.’
For further information on the Black Label from Keller, and the new brochure
which illustrates the entire range, call 0161 962 6939 or visit http://www.KellerEurope.com.
Burbidge
Creates Curve Appeal in the Kitchen
With
its urban chic design, the new Zamora kitchen from Burbidge
demonstrates just how versatile the Shaker style can be. While the door
and drawer fronts are shaker-inspired, with wide frames and minimal detailing,
the overall appearance of the Zamora kitchen is highly contemporary owing
to its white colour and innovative accessories.
Rounded
pilasters, cornice and pelmets create a modular, curved kitchen that’s
ultra modern and clean-lined, while highly distinctive metallic glazed
doors are an eyecatching feature. Not only aesthetically appealing, the
glazed doors, from Burbidge’s Al-Tec range of aluminium accessories,
are also practical from a design point of view. The reflective properties
of the glass means that they can be incorporated into a Zamora design
to maximise the sense of space and light in the kitchen.
Ben Burbidge, managing director says: ‘With white making a resurgence,
particularly within the contemporary kitchens market, we felt it was time
to give our customers a bold new design with which to respond to this
demand. As always we like to ensure our kitchens offer something unique
to the consumer and as much creative scope as possible for kitchen designers,
hence the introduction of curved accessories and a metallic glazed door.’
As with all Burbidge kitchens, the Zamora doors and drawer fronts are
available in a broad range of sizes and with a choice of colour-matched
accessories. A bold matt chrome bridge handle, which is available in two
sizes, is the ideal accompaniment to the white frontals as it further
enhances the streamlined appearance of the kitchen.
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
Upgrades from the Inside Out
In
addition to three new kitchen designs, Prima, The
Kitchen Group’s value kitchen brand, has enhanced its
collection yet further with the option of a new carcase system, with a
higher specification for an overall improved level of quality.
‘Maintaining
its value for money, the new Prima carcase system increases the versatility
of the kitchen collection, offering stockists additional selling points
and a new competitive advantage.’ says the company.
Now offering the same drilling and size specification as the standard
Kitchen Group carcase, Prima doors can now be upgraded by using an 18mm
coordinating carcase.
As for the standard carcase system, that’s been enhanced too. On
the looks front, a new ‘grey’ edge has been introduced, reducing
the contrast between the white carcase and the door as it blends better
with any fascia. In addition, new metal/plastic shelf pegs replace the
existing all plastic ones to give a higher specification.
For improved accessibility and ease of fit, new clip-on metal hinges have
been introduced, plus, rigidity is enhanced with new Cam & Push-in
Pin fittings - also good for faster and easier assembly.More changes include
a decreased wall cabinet height to minimise any visible edging, plus an
increased cabinet depth (320mm) to now accommodate up to a 10-inch dinner
plate. And overall carcase strength is improved with a wider front rail,
a new back rail position and a larger back panel with screw fixing.
‘Such enhancements and attention to detail with the new Prima carcase,
have already been warmly welcomed by our stockists, who know their customers
appreciate a higher specification of fixtures and fittings – even
on a value range. The consumer is simply more ‘gemmed-up’ and
confident these days, seeking out better products with a higher standard
of workmanship,’ commented Sally Hough, Kitchen Group marketing manager.
Tel: 01204 707070
Web: http://www.thekitchengroup.co.uk
'Dark
wood finishes such as wenge, dark oak and walnut are remaining strong
in the kitchen market and Keller's
dramatic Elba kitchen is proving especially successful thanks to its competitive
pricing.' says the company.
The
reason behind the Dutch company's ability to produce designer style kitchens
like Elba without compromising on build quality can be found in its 'just-in-time'
manufacturing capabilities. Not only does this method allow Keller to
quickly anticipate trends, but, without the cost of buying and storing
excessive amounts of timber and materials, the company can pass on the
savings to its clients.
Looking at the design elements of Elba, Keller's designers have paid a
great deal of attention to detail with features such as Alu-look edging
on the doors and an en-vogue mix of vertical and horizontal grains. The
Walnut finish (pictured) demonstrates its ability to coordinate with the
latest metallic appliances and glass worktops for a designer kitchen.
Alternative dark grains available include bronze and dark cherry, the
latter of which can also be specified with Alu-look edging. A softer look
can be achieved using light wood-look finishes such as soft beech and
white oak. In addition, the lightly grained Vanilla and Jasmine melamine
finishes, can be ordered with a multiplex striped edging.
Further enhancing the design possibilities available in this range is
the extensive selection of base unit sizes - from 300mm-1200mm-wide -
while wide-pan drawers are available up to 1200mm wide for a contemporary
look. There is also a choice of four glass doors for wall units, all with
frosted or ornamental glass.
Each rigid unit is designed to simply fit together and fix in place, while
each joint is glued. Keller Kitchens is currently searching for new retailers
in locations throughout the UK and offers area exclusivity and great display
deals as well as hassle-free ordering, delivery and dealer support.
For further information on Keller, and a brochure which illustrates the
entire range, please call 0161 962 6939 or visit http://www.kellereurope.com.
Inspiration
from Nature with PWS’ New Granite Colours
PWS’
Second Nature granite collection has been enhanced with six new finishes.
Drawing inspiration from nature, the new additions to the worksurface
palette reflect a move towards earthy and neutral colours, brining granite
firmly into the fashion focus.
Hues
of brown, russet and grey set the tone for the new options, and although
colours normally associated with rustic or classic schemes, they also
fit neatly with more contemporary styling. PWS’ new minimally styled
Cragside door range for instance, demonstrates how the earthy tones of
Shivakashy granite effortlessly become modern and chic, looking particularly
effective when combined with other materials such as timber and stainless
steel.
The Second Nature granite collection now includes 41 options, embracing
a wide choice of colour combinations across the spectrum. Comments Philip
Eeles, PWS’ worksurfaces business manager, ‘Our continuous research
and development programme closely examines colour trends and we know it
is essential to keep the collection fresh.
The new granite finishes reflect the growing popularity of natural colours
in the kitchen that are not only easy on the eye and easy to live with
but suit both classic and contemporary design’.
For further details telephone PWS Worksurfaces Department on 01325 505522
or email mailto:worksurfaces@pws.co.uk.
Intuition
- the New Affordable Designer Kitchen Offer from Waterline
One
of the best-priced, high quality and versatile kitchen collections on
the market is how Waterline describes
the new Intuition self-assembly range. With immediate, off the-shelf availability
from all Waterline trading centres, Intuition is on a 2/3 times per week
delivery schedule.
Seven
Intuition ranges offer 13 best-selling door styles in eight colourways
plus mix 'n' match options for an up-to-the-minute look. Further design
flexibility comes with full height, drawerline and glazed doors, a wide
choice of base, wall and appliance housing units including mid-heights,
stainless steel effect drawer packs, wine rack and an extensive choice
of handles to complement every kitchen style.
City Beech, Oak, Cherry and Maple have a satin finish to the flush-front
fascias while Metro White and Oak offer sleek, minimalist design. The
English country house look of County Ivory - with arched top, tongue and
groove vertical-slatted panels - is in sharp contrast to Urban Cherry,
which has the Continental styling of horizontal-slatted fascias. Classic
Beech, Maple and Ivory feature Shaker-style panels and Rustic Oak offers
country cottage design. Georgian Ivory includes illuminated glass-fronted
dresser cabinets and pilasters to achieve classic kitchen sophistication.
For easy on-site assembly the 15mm thick Beech effect cabinets are cam/dowel
construction, have adjustable feet for ease of levelling and 3-way adjustable
metal hinges. The full height removable back panel in base units has a
50mm service void to aid installation. Intuition is supported by a dedicated
sales brochure with price guide and carries a 15 years guarantee.
Marketing Director, Tim Hutchinson, commented: 'With budget-priced Intuition
joining the mid-market Crown and top-end Zimmer Kuchen Collections, Waterline
now has a complete one-stop shop offer for kitchen fumiture.'
Contact Waterline on 0870 5561560.
New
Designs Launched with New Stoneham Brochure
Kitchen manufacturer, Stoneham Plc, holder of The Royal Warrant, has included a wide variety of new designs in the company’s 2005 collection.
Marlborough:
Traditional blends with modern where in-frame combines with stylish bevels,
horizontal grain panels and a choice of light natural timbers.
Grosvenor:
Stoneham's love of tradition and dedication to craftsmanship translated
into the 21st Century with this design incorporating opposing oak veneer
grain directions and intricate inlays.
Ligna:
Simplicity is the watchword of this fashion. Horizontal veneers give Stoneham
designers the best opportunities to exploit recessed handles, clean lines
and the best of zoning alternatives.
Fusion:
‘For Fusion read adaptable.’ says the company. A new concept
of seamless door faces that are Alabaster painted finished and can be
combined with any other variety of units or colour choices delivered to
factory painted specification (Any British Standard colour).
Pulse:
This design has clean, clinical surfaces and lines - high gloss White,
Latte or Havanna are all themes on the ‘now’ kitchen with all
the integration to modern fittings and accessories.
Opus:
This new design in brilliant white is distinguished by its flowing curved
doors which soften the otherwise austere hue of the kitchen. Long bar
handles offset it and the style lends itself to combinations of a wide
variety of textures and hues for worktops, splash-backs - even floors.
Specification:
‘All of the above designs (and their associated derivatives) accommodate
the very highest specification in terms of options, choices and internal
fittings.’ says the company. ‘For instance, full extension drawers,
Blumotion self closing (on doors and drawers) and many other innovations
are standard. Stoneham has also become one of the first ever British manufacturers
to include units and components as standard that comply with the Blum
Dynamic Space® system for planning kitchens. These are individually
designed according to systemised activity zones for a modern ergonomic
lifestyle.’
Tel: 0208 300 8181
Email: mailto:kitchens@stoneham.plc.uk
Web: http://www.stoneham-kitchens.co.uk