Our curated selection of product news this March features sleek screwless flat plates for streamlining your unsightly plug sockets, bespoke contemporary rugs inspired by glass objects and built-for-business office aquariums designed to boost employee wellbeing!
Schneider Electric present understated wiring devices with the Ultimate range
Ultimate Screwless flat plate provides one of the most comprehensive ranges of beautifully crafted, sleek, sophisticated fittings on the market. With only 1.5mm front plate depth, this cutting edge screwless design blends seamlessly onto wall surfaces. More choice, more style, and packed with innovative technical features for easy installation. It is available in a variety of colours, such as stainless steel, polished chrome, pearl nickel, black nickel, polished brass, gloss white piano black or transparent. With the option of producing exclusive made to order finishes to match your project needs. These colours are dark bronze, jet black, antique brass and bright white.
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Introducing Everlux brassware finishes by Roca
Roca is pushing the boundaries of traditional brassware with the introduction of its new Everlux finishes for selected brassware lines including Insignia, Naia and Lanta in the exclusive PVD coating for a selection of coloured finishes including; Gold, Titanium Black and Rose Gold.
Deirdre Dyson launched new rug collection, Looking Glass
Deirdre Dyson’s new rug collection for 2020, ‘Looking Glass’ launched at Maison et Objet, Paris in January. These hand knotted designs were inspired by Deirdre's observations of colours and forms through glass, glass objects and water. Nine new designs take her carpets in an entirely different direction - Deirdre uses the interplay of wool, silk and grading together with bold shots of colour to recreate glassy effects to stunning effect. All Deirdre Dyson carpets are bespoke and can be made in any size or colourway required with the new collection on display at the Deirdre Dyson Gallery on 554 Kings Road.
Italian Luxury Surfaces join the ArtiCAD Supplier Partnership Programme
Italian Luxury Surfaces, sole UK distributor of Stone Italiana’s innovative range of quartz worktops, has joined the ArtiCAD Supplier Partnership Programme. The company’s beautifully manufactured surfaces are now available as a comprehensive graphics catalogue within the ArtiCAD-Pro software to help designers differentiate their designs and add value to their customers. Philip Winter, sales and marketing director, Italian Luxury Surfaces explains "We wanted to ensure that designers can access high-quality, accurate graphics of our products and create inspirational, photo realistic designs for their customers."
ViDERE showcases its built-for-business Aquariums
ViDERE's range of office aquariums are designed to help companies improve their working environment and employee wellbeing by helping people connect with nature. Designed in the UK and manufactured in Germany with a contemporary matt finish, each tank is built to the highest standard. Made with low iron glass to eliminate distortion and provide remarkable clarity, the tanks are mitred at the seams with high strength structural silicone and built with composite panels sprayed with a versatile and waterproof polyurethane lacquer for durability.
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DOMOTEX is the world’s leading trade show and biggest innovations and trend platform for the flooring industry. It is the place to soak up inspiration for luxurious fitted carpets, elegant solid wood parquet, magnificent rugs or stylish designer floor coverings as DOMOTEX provides interior designers with a unique overview of flooring trends, as well as insights into contemporary interior design solutions and new materials.
At the upcoming DOMOTEX which will take place from the 10th to the 13th January 2020 the keynote theme is "ATMYSPHERE" which covers every aspect of well-being, natural lifestyle and sustainability, including the impact of floors on acoustics and air quality (e.g. low emissions).
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HALL 8 is the creative heart of the trade fair
For the very first time, the popular Framing Trends showcase – the communicative and creative heart of the entire show – will occupy the whole of Hall 8. Framing Trends is where the "ATMYSPHERE" keynote theme takes physical form in an array of ingeniously inspired walkthrough presentations, creating a vibrant, electric atmosphere where thought-provoking discussions can take place and new cooperative ventures can emerge. In the Flooring Spaces, NuThinkers and Art & Interaction areas, manufacturers, interior designers, students and artists will showcase their special interpretation of the mega trend Well-Being.
Talks & Tours at DOMOTEX 2020
The Talks program will run from 11 am to 4:30 pm on each of the four days of DOMOTEX. This is a richly varied program of speed presentations followed by discussions on topical issues. The program on Friday is dedicated to the planning methodology known as building information modelling (BIM). On Saturday, the speakers will address social and ecological aspects, while the Sunday program is dedicated to health-promoting home and work environments. SBID's Founder and CEO, Dr Vanessa Brady OBE will be making an appearance with her talk, Interior Designer Product Selections: Influences and insights for manufacturers on Sunday 12th January at 10.30 am! Finally, Monday’s program is aimed at university students and career-starters – an opportunity for budding young architects and planners to gather information and find answers to their questions on careers and career planning.
Each day of the show, AIT-Dialog will conduct guided Tours for architects, interior designers and experts to gain deeper insights into the keynote theme, discover the products on display and, of course, make contact with exhibitors. Running from 12 to 2 pm and again from 3 to 5 pm each day, the tours will be led by big-name international architects and interior designers. The morning tours will focus on various aspects of the keynote theme, such as healthcare, acoustics, digital technology and sustainability, while the afternoon tours will take in product innovations of interest to the contract flooring sector.
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With the New Year fast approaching, perhaps you're adding finishing touches to those end-of-year projects, or you've got big plans in the making for 2020 and are looking to specify products for the year ahead; check out our curated selection of the latest products and product news this December to discover stylish sofa solutions, timeless bathroom brassware, seamlessly integrated kitchen designs, and more.
Bisque launched its first ever traditional line of radiators
For the last four decades, Bisque has represented the pinnacle of cutting-edge, contemporary design; however this year, the firm released its inaugural range of traditional towel radiators for use in classic bathroom designs. The collection – comprising the Buckingham, Osbourne and Balmoral models – has been carefully designed with a timeless aesthetic in mind, without compromising on performance or output.
Available in Bisque’s gorgeous selection of colourways, innovation and performance is at the forefront of the new collection; while the new designs may look ‘traditional’, there’s nothing old-fashioned about their performance. Bisque uses only the very best materials available to ensure all three designs offer customers an impressive output, and a radiator that will stand the test of time.
Discover the Vincenzo sofa for the ultimate spot to lounge in style and comfort
Featuring a chic blend of modern design, with a classic quilted finish, the Vincenzo sofa is a must-have. The deep seats offer a comfortable and relaxing sit, whilst the cushioned back allows for excellent lumbar support. Available in a selection of luxurious leathers or fabrics, with a wide range of fixed sofa sizes and corner chaise options, this collection is the ultimate stylish centrepiece for family gatherings. Each piece is finished with contemporary sofa legs for a dynamic and eye-catching centrepiece feature. Pair the sophisticated sofa with a complimentary footstool to complete the look.
Arte Form introduce it's new Flow collection of luxury bathroom products
The stunning new Flow PVD Stainless Steel range features 5 brand new colours available in brushed or polished finish – Copper, Bronze, White Gold, Gun Metal and Black Graphite. PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) technology bonds an ultra-durable layer of titanium to the stainless steel to produce the ultimate finish for bathroom brassware. A full range of basin, bath and showering products are available with matching accessories to provide a total bathroom solution.
Designed in conjunction with Studio P, Porto the Flow PVD range is the perfect combination of a timeless design and the latest materials and finishes – designs that stand out from the crowd.
Eggersmann Design kitchen combines elegance with functionality
As an SBID Awards 2019 finalist, this kitchen by Eggersmann Design combines elegance with functionality. The island unit, clad entirely in Taj Majal quartzite, showcases the company’s precise engineering skills. The cabinet fronts are made from solid quartzite cut to slabs just 11mm thick. The same stone is wrapped around a steel sub-structure to create a 4.3m long worktop with intricate details such as 45-degree mitre joints and recessed grip areas to create a monolithic appearance. The remaining cabinetry is made from dark pigmented concrete, which is hand-trowelled and built up in layers like polished plaster. For the sink area worktop and splashback, the owners opted for hot-rolled steel featuring two artfully welded-in sinks and draining board. The finely textured matte steel surface is resistant to fingerprints and scratches making it perfect for the young family!
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Polyflor offer exceptional flooring solutions with Expona Encore
Expona EnCore Rigid Loc offers a flooring solution that caters for both commercial and domestic interiors. The rigid construction, acoustic layer and use of 5G-i locking technology provides superior performance in a quick to install floor covering. The collection of 12 faithfully replicated wood designs have been expertly selected for their natural beauty and variation for an authentic finish. Paired with a fine wood grain surface texture to enhance each plank and an exceptional polyurethane reinforcement (PUR), Expona EnCore Rigid Loc is an ideal alternative to hardwood flooring as it offers all the beauty of real wood with the resilience of vinyl.
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Whether combining materials with technology, fine workmanship or subtle innovation, using materials creatively can take your projects to the next level. Featuring seamless surface solutions made from environmentally friendly resin, statement tapware created using advanced 3D metal-printing and bathtubs fitted with solid skin technology to keep water warmer for longer! Check out this month's product news to discover more.
Elite Stone's Alligator table became an iconic piece in the Sauvage Collection
The Sauvage collection designed by Tetyana Kovalenko, CEO of Elite Stone is the synthesis of 'Made in Italy' luxury in which the perfect combination of originality, Italian craftsmanship and contemporary aesthetics is achieved. With a decidedly cosmopolitan taste, the collection suits clean, luxurious and contemporary spaces.
Inspired by the wild, the Alligator table is elegantly designed with refined lines for the living and dining area. As a piece of sculptural work in its own right; the creation required transforming a piece of fine material into an expression which is complex yet subtle, to capture the collection's emotion and meaning: producing a hand finished, three-dimensional marble shape with delicate workmanship. The table became an iconic piece in the collection, representing the intricate beauty of nature and the soul of a cultured traveller. The final result is therefore a complex and intriguing confirmation of tactile and visual luxury: marble in its materiality.
Heritage Bathrooms makes a splash with new Wenlock bath
One of the UK’s leading supplier of statement freestanding baths, Heritage Bathrooms, has added a new eye-catching design to its popular range. Available in luxurious marble white effect, the new Wenlock bath is designed in Heritage’s ever-popular double ended shape and boasts an elegant acrylic finish.
When combined with the rest of Heritage’s beautiful range of luxury freestanding baths, the new addition provides designers with a market-leading selection of statement pieces that can complement and enhance a wide range of bathroom styles. The hand-painted surface is finished with a lacquer to the high standard that customers have come to expect from Heritage, and because the Wenlock is fitted with solid skin technology the bath water stays warmer for longer – guaranteeing a long, relaxing soak.
GROHE is the first leading sanitaryware brand in Europe to offer taps from a 3D metal printer
Components made via 3D printing have set new standards for premium manufacturers in the automotive and aircraft industry. In the sanitary sector, GROHE is now offering GROHE Atrio Icon 3D and GROHE Allure Brilliant Icon 3D, two unique tap designs created using 3D metal-printing. GROHE, a leading global brand for complete bathroom solutions and kitchen fittings has advanced its 3D technology process to meet the unique challenges of metal printing, enabling a fascinating symbiosis of the latest high-tech and skilled craftsmanship, which redefines the possibilities in product design and creates individual statement pieces for the bathroom.
GROHE is shaping the future of water by applying the future of design, technology and manufacturing into its product offering. With the reinterpretation of the Atrio and Allure Brilliant lines by incorporating the Icon 3D design, GROHE takes product design and the joy of water to a whole new level.
Selva introduce the Piccadilly collection with a contemporary collection of coffee tables
Selva presents the elegant Piccadilly collection of coffee tables and occasional tables by PhilippSelva. Their sleek structures in metal with antiqued finish and bronzed glass are capable of furnishing a living room with unparalleled style. A blend of modern materials and glamorous shapes, they stand out in any environment.
Available in 3 different size variations, the tables can stand alone or be mixed together. With 2 different colour options, designers can select from a choice of finishes to complement interior styles with an antique bronze with bronzed glass or a black chrome with smoked glass.
Kerakoll transforms the concept of single seamless surfaces with Cementoresina®
Cementoresina® by Kerakoll is an innovative seamless and low-thickness resin floor that proves to be highly versatile in all design projects. Durable, lightweight, flexible, environmentally friendly and perfectly uniform, Cementoresina® covers all vertical, horizontal and curved surfaces, together with the most varied architectural elements, allowing to integrate them into a coordinated design project.
The unique texture of Cementoresina® is obtained from a blend of the finest minerals selected from cement, pure white Carrara marble, quartz and naturally coloured earths. The aesthetic quality that sets it apart is created by the irregularities, colour veining and material fluctuations deriving exclusively from the manual processes employed. Warm to the touch, easy to clean and applied by skilled artisans, Kerakoll’s Cementoresina® is ideal for the surfaces of any environment, such as walls, floors, spas, steam rooms, bathtubs and shower trays.
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SBID continues to dig beneath the surface with another one of the SBID International Design Awards sponsors, sponsoring the Show Flats & Developments category. Rita di Venere, Export Manager at Foglie d'Oro shares how the brand upholds the founding-family's guiding principles in the noble art of wood to refine the traditional craft; bringing to market an authentic and high quality range of wood floors and surfaces which are actually 'made in Italy'!
What are the origins of your brand?
Foglie d’Oro is the luxury flooring brand of the Brotto family, for over 50 years the highest interpreter of a cabinet-making tradition that has its roots in time. Trained at a very young age in the noble art of wood, Sante Giorgio Brotto started his own business in 1966, building on his successes year after year, soon adding the realisation of high quality wood floors and surfaces.
The Brotto family represents the Italian mastery in the art of wood and the authentic 'made in Italy', with determination and passion. The beauty of creating beauty: this is the guiding principle, generation after generation, of the Brotto family. For this reason Foglie d’Oro is appreciated by a growing number of prestigious customers in Europe and around the world, from the US to Russia and China. A global outlook built on solid local roots: all products by Foglie d’Oro are manufactured at its headquarters in Rosà, near Venice, at the heart of a dynamic and creative territory, where excellence is an attitude and a lifestyle.
What value does your sector add to the interior design industry?
An awareness of environmental sustainability is increasing in the high end interior design market. The Brotto group interprets this philosophy in its most authentic sense, designing and manufacturing interiors that last and become a heritage to be handed down from generation to generation. An interior design project that uses the finest natural wood, ancient and at the same time surprisingly contemporary, is able to guarantee a unique synthesis of beauty, comfort and respect for nature. Wood is a living and versatile material and is able to find its application in environments with the most different styles - from rural chic to minimal, from classic to contemporary settings with concrete and metals.
How do you work with interior designers / How does your offering enhance an interior designer’s projects?
Foglie d'Oro offers a wide range of wooden floors, from simple planks and herringbones, to fully customizable design floors, available in many different finishes and materials. The company stands out for its ability to support specifiers and interior designers in the realization of complete and tailor- made projects. Above all, this can be done because of the complete control of the supply chain, responsibly sourced form FSC® certified forests of its own property, which allow to manage a raw material warehouse unique in the world for quantity and quality of wood.
The technical office works closely with architects and designers, following in a precise and timely way their creativity and technical requirements. A reliable and competent partner, Foglie d’Oro can support professionals working on projects from the initial brief all the way to the installation, not limiting itself to producing but also providing its own original technical and creative contribution to their clients.
What are the latest trends you’ve noticed in your client’s requests?
In a constantly changing market for luxury wood floors, we are seeing more demand for products with a contemporary look as well high design values and craftsmanship. The combination with different materials, such as brass, steel, marble and stone is also a growing trend.
As a result of its constant research and innovation, Foglie d’Oro is always developing new products. The range of colours and finishes is continually expanding to include a wide selection of contemporary colours, from natural soft greys to sophisticated dark fumed options. Products such as Matita and Azalea incorporate elegant brass and Mable inlays, which redefine the idea of floor as another element of decoration.
Why did you want to become a sponsor for the SBID Awards?
We are glad to support the SBID Award not only because it highlights and rewards design excellence all over the world, but also because it represents an important moment for elevating public awareness of design and strengthening the connection between business and design.
Sponsorship for the SBID International Design Awards 2020 is now open.
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Inspiration is key. Covering hardware, lighting, flooring, textiles and wallcoverings, this month's latest products feature designs which are deeply rooted in the inspirations in which they were derived; whether built on concepts of heritage or the final interior vision. With brassware inspired by age-old manufacturing techniques, textile designs inspired by local landscapes and flooring tiles inspired by historic designs, keep scrolling to find out more...
Armac Martin launches a new range of sophisticated and striking hardware
Taking inspiration from the history of Armac Martin, their latest fine hardware collection is thoughtfully designed and named after the founder, Harold McGrail. The hammered appearance draws on an age-old manufacturing technique that dates back to the founder’s early days in business. Handmade using the finest materials in Birmingham, England, this collection has a distinctive texture and luxurious look created by the hammering of each individual piece, adding detailed interest to your interiors with a distinctive and tactile finish. Photographed above in the timeless satin antique finish, The Harold collection comprises 6 pieces of elegant and refined solid brass cabinet hardware. Each piece of hardware is available in 21 finishes to suit any interior and comprises of knobs, t-bars, three sizes of cabinet pulls and a larger appliance pull to ensure designers have a variety of sizing combinations to suit the design process.
Introducing the creative Heritage Collection by Karndean
Karndean announce the launch of the brand-new Heritage Collection, featuring a range of exquisite designs inspired by the architectural tiled floors of grand Victorian and Regency villas and townhouses. From striking monochrome designs to beautifully blended traditional patterns, the new range reflects both the boldness of contemporary trends and lavish Victorian living.
The Heritage Collection is designed to give the opulent look of classic geometric tiles and presents ten new colours, from timeless terracotta, crimson and gold to contemporary dove grey, taupe and baby blue, alongside two Opus designs Luna and Nero. All 12 shades are available in square, triangular and octagonal tiles which can be mixed and matched in any combination to create a truly bespoke floor. Whether used to create a statement floor across an open plan space, identify different working areas or to define walkways, the Heritage Collection offers potential to create a unique space with the architectural elegance of a historic design but with all the benefits of luxury vinyl flooring.
Muraspec offers digital wallcovering services to create bespoke wallcoverings for interior design
Muraspec's digital design experts will work directly with designers to create the design concept and achieve stunning results - or if you have your own designs in mind, they can help bring your idea to life from the initial concept through to final installation. With skilled CAD and studio designers, a team of digital print professionals and dedicated project managers, no outsourcing is required. All of this is supported by an experienced technical and installation team to make sure everything you need is one place. The Felix Sea Food Grill Restaurant (pictured above) showcases the results these efforts. Looking for a background that will provide a relaxing atmosphere and also add an extra wow factor to the walls, their digitally printed bespoke wallcoverings provided just that. Muraspec print on Wallcoverings, Glass Film, Acrylic Panels and Strataflex. They can also offer bespoke manufacturing of unique materials, even with recycled content that is Euroclass fire rated CE compliant and now comes with Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs).
Alexander Joseph presents the Limited Edition Vortex lamp
British company, Alexander Joseph is changing the way we look at interiors with a range of completely cordless, custom-made luxury lamps created with some of the UK’s finest artists and product designers. Taking over 60 hours to hand-create, Vortex is the latest one-off lamp creation by Alexander Joseph. Steve Burns, Technical Director at Alexander Joseph was draining an oil bath when he noticed the vortex as the oil drained from the bottom, with light streaming through a window the vortex was changing colour from deep chocolate to amber. Pretty soon the inevitable happened and the design team sketched out Steve's oil bath-inspired lamp design. Alexander Joseph cordless lamps are a patent pending new invention with each lamp staying lit for over 52+ hours before recharging is needed.
Product designer David Irwin designs his first range of textiles with Bute Fabrics
Award-winning product designer David Irwin, has created his first range of textiles with Bute Fabrics. The collection was inspired by the Isle of Bute and intricately celebrates the company’s heritage, its location and its people. Bute pride themselves in their unique story: The mill was founded in 1947 by the 5th Marquess of Bute with the purpose of providing employment opportunities for service people returning home from WWII. The two new collections: Identity and Strata, are firmly rooted in the elements on which the company are founded: craftsmanship, skill, the island landscape and the local community where 46 employees reside. This collaboration celebrates the impact of the human touch within machine production; the makers mark and the mastery of the unique processes inherent in manufacture. The compelling collection will be woven on Bute’s new Jacquard looms - the first production of Jacquard cloth in the mills 72 year history.
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