Winners of a recent competition to design "A Kitchen for the Future" are working with sponsors, Paula Rosa, to develop exciting new concepts for the kitchen in years to come. Paula Rosa set a challenge for students of Nottingham University School of the Built Environment, to bring a fresh approach to this most traditional heart of the home. Competition entrants were encouraged to give free rein to their creativity while, at the same time, taking into account such practical considerations as sustainable materials, low carbon impact, energy use and recycling. More »
The almost daily news of site workers downing tools on developments across the nation and the housing market slowing to a crawl has had a knock-on effect on the kitchen industry - but not necessarily the effect you might expect. Instead of squeezing kitchen budgets, it is widely reported that many canny developers are upping spec in order to increase a property's appeal. More »
Space Air has revamped its residential show room at the Guildford HQ in Surrey. It features fully operational models of the DAIKIN residential product range, comprising heat recovery ventilation, air-to-air split and multi-split systems and the latest air-to-water heat pump system, 'Altherma'. More »
Mark Wilkinson's contemporary living.
Mark, Wilkinson's new range of kitchen furniture, Shan Gara, comes from observations of the heritage of the Orient. The design aim is to fuse efficiency with tranquility, to help create a peaceful lifestyle. More »
As buyers become increasingly discerning, housebuilders are raising their game in terms of the kitchens they choose. Roger Hunt reports on the latest models to hit the market. More »
Bticino, a global leader in access control solutions, has supplied a hi-tech door entry system for Witham Wharf - a £26 million residential development on the marina in Lincoln city centre. More »
Poliform has created a walk-in closet designed to maximize storage and organization of clothes. The contemporary design, named Senzafine, includes various accessories and containers including trays, drawers, extractable shoe racks, shirts tray and built in lamps. More »
Multi-utility provider Core Utility Solutions has been awarded a £420,000 contract by Persimmon to provide the infrastructure for 150 new homes in Stockport. More »
