CDUK has launched seven new Corian® Solid Surface colours from the 2026 Corian® Design palette. Available exclusively from CDUK in the UK and Ireland, the new colours expand the Corian® portfolio with a refreshed creative direction, Corian® Design has named Nature in Motion.
The seven new colours are Travertine Roma, Travertine Firenze, Vasto Greige, Vasto Laguna, Artista Drift, Artista Mocha and City Roast. Each has been shaped by biophilic forms and earthy palettes, bringing natural movement to surfaces in a way that reconnects design with the emotional resonance of nature.
In 2024, Corian® Design introduced Nature's Canvas, capturing nature held still in texture and tone. For 2026, nature moves. The new collection translates the flow of stone, water and light into colours built around movement rather than stillness, designed to complement the existing portfolio while expanding what is possible, to design without compromise.
Travertine Collection: Two warm neutral tones inspired by the enduring stonework of Italian architecture. Corian® Travertine Roma reveals subtle greige tones through an off-white surface, balancing depth with contemporary refinement. Corian® Travertine Firenze flows with warm grey across a serene neutral background, reflecting nature's intricate influence and ceaseless evolution.
Vasto Collection: Two expansive tones inspired by the openness of land, sky and sea. Corian® Vasto Greige evokes openness and continuity with broad movement and subtle beige and grey veining. Corian® Vasto Laguna captures boundless space, with blue and warm grey veining in a crisp white background suggestive of water caressing a coastline.
Artista Collection: Two contrasting tones inspired by air and light, and the richness of coffee and chocolate. Corian® Artista Drift is a refined, contemporary white with varied neutral veins and fine particulates evoking a sense of air and light. Corian® Artista Mocha takes the opposite direction, dark brown streaked by monochromatic veining that suggests the richness of coffee and chocolate.
Terrain Collection: A single earthy tone in Corian® City Roast: dark and rich, with a coffee-inspired background enlivened by subtle particulates that echo the energy of the cityscape.
Corian® Solid Surface is a material that does what natural stone and laminate cannot. Thermoformable into 2D and 3D shapes and joined with inconspicuous seams, a worktop, wall and basin can read as one continuous form, giving specifiers a design freedom that is simply not possible with other materials.
Solid all the way through and built for high-traffic environments, scratches and damage can be repaired in place and the surface renewed back to its original finish. It is also non-porous and hygienic, with a smooth, impenetrable surface that gives bacteria and mould nowhere to take root, which is why it remains a default specification in healthcare, food service and hospitality projects expected to perform for decades.
Artista Drift, Artista Mocha and City Roast contain pre-consumer recycled content, with third-party certification expected late summer 2026.
"Take a colour like Travertine Roma or Travertine Firenze. What draws architects and designers to surfaces like these is the depth and warmth of natural stone, but Corian® delivers that aesthetic in a material that can be thermoformed, seamlessly joined and fabricated into forms that stone simply cannot accommodate. You can achieve the travertine look across a seamless vertical surface or bring it into a high-use environment where stone would restrict. That ability to realise what you can see in your head, in a material that can genuinely go there, is what I find so compelling about specifying Corian®. Our role at CDUK is to help architects, designers and fabricators turn that design intent into specified projects, whether that means samples in studios, technical guidance at design stage, or stock and availability when the project moves to site. We are looking forward to seeing where our customers take these colours." — Vicki Richmond, Marketing Director, CDUK
"Designers are looking for materials that allow them to fully realize their vision without compromise. This collection delivers the warmth and movement designers seek from natural materials, while enabling applications and performance that traditional materials often restrict." — Condylia Courtney, Global Business Director, Corian® Design.
CDUK is a leading supplier of surface materials, complementary products and solutions, and the exclusive route to market for Corian® Solid Surface in the UK and Ireland. The team acts as a design partner across the full specification journey, supporting architects, designers, fabricators and contractors with expert advice, technical knowledge, samples and Lunch and Learn sessions, with UK stock held across the portfolio.
Specifying Corian® Solid Surface through CDUK also opens the door to Vita Nova, CDUK's creative take-back and repurposing solution, allowing specifiers, fabricators and contractors to design with circularity and zero waste ambitions without compromising on quality or availability.
In the UK and Ireland alone, upwards of 450 tonnes of solid surface materials find their way into landfill each year. Vita Nova diverts that waste to a workshop in West Yorkshire, repurposing it into new products, part sheets or aggregates.
Sample update kits with the seven new colours of Corian® Solid Surface are available to order now from CDUK. Specifiers can also request a Lunch and Learn session with the CDUK team, covering design applications, specification guidance and fabrication possibilities. Book here.
To view the new colours in full, visit the CDUK website.
About CDUK
CDUK is a supplier of surface materials and complementary products to the specification market in the UK and Ireland, including architects, interior designers, kitchen designers, fabricators and contractors. Having built a strong reputation as the exclusive distributor of Corian® Solid Surface in the UK and Ireland, CDUK now offers an extended range of services as well as products from a number of leading brands. We are a business with over 40 years’ experience. We support our customers through a journey, as their design partner, from sourcing the best products and materials to helping them unlock their full potential through expert advice and technical knowledge. Our team of industry experts also provides technical advice, sampling and bespoke training courses for designers, manufacturers and fabricators.
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GRAFF unveils Pantheon, a collection that reinterprets the grandeur of classical architecture through a refined contemporary design language.
Referencing the iconic forms of ancient Roman columns and temples, Pantheon translates architectural harmony and proportion into functional design for bathroom and wellness spaces. Sculptural volumes and precise detailing define the collection, achieving a sophisticated balance between form and function.
The range of washbasin mixers and showers is distinguished by architectural silhouettes and a modular design concept that allows complete creative freedom. Pantheon offers a comprehensive selection of mixers available in single, two and three-hole configurations, with two spout options to meet diverse design and functional requirements.
A distinctive interplay of patterns characterizes each element: plain surfaces contrast with finely fluted knurling, creating a tactile dialogue rooted in classical ornamentation. This refined detailing reinforces the collection’s sculptural identity, enabling designers to craft compositions that merge contemporary expression with artisanal craftsmanship.
Echoing the serene atmosphere of ancient Roman baths, the collection evokes a sense of wellness and tranquility, transforming the bathroom into a personal retreat where water, material, and light exist in seamless harmony.
Available across GRAFF’s complete portfolio of 28 artisanal finishes, Pantheon reflects the brand’s ongoing dialogue between heritage and innovation, delivering designs defined by beauty, performance, and exceptional craftsmanship.
About GRAFF
GRAFF’s luxury taps and shower collections elevate the bath space with designs that are both timeless and cutting-edge, complementing endless architectural and interior styles. Available in 21 luxury finishes such as Brushed Brass, Polished Nickel, and 24K Gold, and with a choice of three Tuscan marble inserts, GRAFF basin mixer or shower controls offer bespoke and unique customisation possibilities. Backed by a rich heritage of European artisanship, GRAFF products transform the bath space into a masterpiece of tranquillity, wellness, and spa like experience. With a focus on design, sustainability, and high technology, GRAFF caters to the senses with features such as chromotherapy, bringing bath and shower experiences to luxurious heights.
In this Katharine Pooley x Pinetti collaboration that celebrates the artistry and heritage of European craftsmanship, The British Isles Collection marries enduring durability with refined elegance, drawing inspiration from traditional British weaving and the sculptural beauty of dry-stone walling. Each piece is meticulously crafted by hand in the Lombardy region of Italy, showcasing one of the most enduring and expressive materials in design.
Explore how each piece from the Collection can be thoughtfully integrated into the home - whether coffee tables and console displays in living areas to more intimate spaces like bedside tables and bathrooms, we share curated suggestions below on layering textures, balancing proportion and combining objects to create small moments of luxury.
The Backgammon Board has long been an expression of leisure and refinement. In a home setting it easily becomes both a sculptural object and a source of conviviality. Finished in richly textured leather and considered detailing, the range within the British Isles collection is designed to sit beautifully within drawing rooms, libraries or home offices. Keep open for play or display closed, either way it brings a sense of cultivated elegance to coffee tables and console surfaces alike.
Our Decorative Boxes are crafted with a tactile sensibility and lend themselves effortlessly to shelving, bedsides, dressing rooms and desk surfaces, with discreet storage for life’s smaller essentials. Layered alongside precious small decor like a posy vase or beloved books to create a composed visual rhythm.
Trays act as refined foundations for both daily ritual and elevated entertaining. Generously proportioned yet meticulously balanced, our Trays provide a beautifully structured surface for the curation of objects: from crystal glassware and decanters to curated vignettes of books, candles, and personal artefacts. The perfect touch for entertaining, each is defined by its craftsmanship with a flawless finish.
About Katharine Pooley London
Recently named ‘British Interior Designer of the Decade’, ‘International Designer of the Year in Asia’ and ‘Entrepreneur of the Year’ Katharine Pooley has in a short space of time become one of Europe's leading designers. Her portfolio encompasses a multitude of interior styles and architectural genres and her design ethos is one of luxurious eclecticism. No two projects are ever alike, but they are universally beautiful and timeless.
Held at the Business Design Centre in Islington, London, LiGHT 26 is the UK’s only trade show dedicated to high-end lighting specification.
Having attracted close to 7,000 visitors in 2025, architects, interior designers, lighting designers, engineers, and specifiers head to LiGHT in their thousands to see the very latest product innovations and launches from 100s of exhibiting architectural, decorative and technical lighting brands.
The show will once again feature the highly regarded [d]arc thoughts talks programme curated by [d]arc media – the leading media company in lighting design. Featuring moderators from arc magazine’s editorial team, as well as guest moderators, the talks delve deeper into the latest topics and trends affecting lighting and design.
LiGHT also provides endless opportunities for visitors to make new connections. Whether that’s through the late-night drinks party, networking brunch, VIP tours or while working in the dedicated co-working space. There is also the ability to re-energise in the Associations Lounge, which is set to feature, for the third year running, a separate dedicated splinter talks programme.
SBID Members earn 2 x CPD points for attending!
Through live demonstrations, see how intelligent lighting can deliver three key outcomes:
Balance natural and artificial light Discover how artificial light can be tuned to more closely reflect the tone and quality of natural daylight, restoring visual balance within a space and creating a stronger connection between the interior and the outside.
Reveal colour, materials and finishes See how a broader range of warm and cool white light, combined with a high CRI, can reveal subtle undertones within fabrics, finishes and architectural materials—helping colours appear richer, more accurate and closer to the designer’s original intent.
Bring artwork to life Explore how the quality and colour temperature of light can transform the way artwork is experienced, revealing depth, texture and tonal detail that can be diminished or distorted under conventional lighting.
Session 1: 12 pm - 1 pm GMT+1:
Session 2: 2 pm - 3 pm GMT+1:
Session 3: 4 pm - 5 pm GMT+1:
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Dean Sutton, Managing Director of Wakefields of London, has given his insights into the new Artcoustic SL Mikro.
The new Artcoustic SL Mikro has been developed for projects where space is limited but great sound is still expected.
At just 126mm high, it offers interior designers far greater flexibility than traditional in-ceiling or wall speakers, while remaining true to Artcoustic's design-led philosophy. Available in black, white or any RAL Classic or NCS 2050 or 1950 colour, it can either blend seamlessly into the architecture or become a subtle design feature in its own right.
An excellent alternative to in-ceiling speakers
Traditional architectural speakers often require a significant ceiling cut-out, which can clash with lighting layouts, air conditioning, steelwork or other services. The SL Mikro's incredibly small footprint gives designers much greater freedom when coordinating ceiling layouts without sacrificing quality audio.
Commercial & retail environments
Perfect for boutiques, showrooms, hospitality and reception spaces where discreet aesthetics are just as important as sound quality. The compact size allows excellent speaker coverage with minimal visual impact, giving greater freedom when designing feature ceilings and architectural details.
Discreet home audio
Ideal as compact left, centre and right (LCR) speakers for more moderate systems, or as surround speakers for media room projects where maintaining a clean, minimalist aesthetic is key. They're equally at home in bedrooms, home offices, dressing rooms and snug spaces where background music and television audio are required without dominating the room.
Setting expectations
The SL Mikro is designed to deliver excellent background music and TV performance, rather than high-output cinema sound. It offers impressive clarity and detail for its size, making it ideal for everyday listening and flexible multi-room audio applications.
One important consideration: due to its ultra-compact design, the SL Mikro MUST ALWAYS BE PARTNERED WITH A DEDICATED ARTCOUSTIC SUBWOOFER. The subwoofer provides the low-frequency foundation, allowing the Mikro to perform far beyond what its size would suggest and creating a balanced, engaging listening experience.
For designers, the result is simple: more freedom to design beautiful spaces, with premium audio that remains almost invisible.
About Wakefields of London
Wakefields works in partnership with interior designers, architects and homeowners to ensure technology is seamlessly integrated from the outset. Our approach protects and enhances the design vision, avoiding compromise and unnecessary visual impact. From lighting control and automated shading to audio, cinema and whole-home systems, every element is carefully considered to support how a space looks, feels and functions. We simplify complexity, guide decisions and deliver systems that are intuitive, reliable and discreet. The result is a home where technology doesn’t compete for attention, but quietly enhances wellbeing, connection and everyday living.
Multi-award-winning design studio Grid Thirteen hosted an exclusive evening on Thursday 2nd July, bringing together the vibrant and creative Northern design community to celebrate their 13th anniversary and unveil three new displays at its Street Lane showroom in Roundhay, Leeds.
Hosted by Founder and Creative Director of Grid Thirteen, Natalie Fry and her team, the event welcomed designers, architects, makers, clients and industry partners from across the North of England for an evening of panel discussions, industry insight and collaboration, reinforcing Grid Thirteen’s commitment to design excellence and partnership across the region.
The event’s panel talks were led by Dr Vanessa Brady OBE, President of the Society of British & International Interior Design (SBID). Speakers included a line-up of respected industry voices from both the national and Northern design community, including Kamil Wangin, founder of Leeds-based Nordic-inspired interiors store North Home, Commercial & Marketing specialist Layla Twizell of Mylands Paints, Business Development Manager Megan Barr of Hendle & Hendle, leading Yorkshire-based architect Richard Blenkharn, and Holly Stott, Co-Founder & Creative Director of luxury bathroom design studio, Holt Living. The panel discussed emerging trends, innovation, and technological advances that are shaping the future of luxury residential interiors.
The panel opened with an introduction from Dr Vanessa Brady, who spoke about SBID’s role in championing design excellence and collaboration across the industry. The panel speakers discussed international trends and launches showcased at this year’s Milan Furniture Fair, and the influences they are integrating into their future design projects and innovations.
A key theme discussed by the panel was the rise of homeowners in the UK seeking ‘sanctuary spaces’, which reflects an increasing trend towards interiors that enable slower living and escapism. Each speaker highlighted a growing shift towards designing spaces that are more intentional, defined by lighting, contrasting and layered paint colours, textures and materials, and personalised detailing.
One of the most engaging themes discussed by the panel was ‘Designing Beyond the Algorithm’. Each speaker acknowledged the rapid impact of AI on the design industry, while emphasising the enduring value of human-centred design in an increasingly automated world. They explored how designers can create more meaningful, memorable experiences by engaging the senses, emotion, intuition, and human connection - qualities that remain difficult for technology to replicate. The panel also reflected on the importance of embracing advancing technologies as a powerful tool, while preserving originality and creativity, with personalisation and craftsmanship continuing to play an irreplaceable role in luxury design.
Natalie Fry, Founder and Creative Director of Grid Thirteen commented during the discussion “We are passionate about creating spaces that engage the senses and support wellbeing, drawing on the principles of neuro-aesthetic design to better understand how our environments can influence emotion, behaviour and human experience. More than ever, we believe great design should not only be seen but felt. Technology may continue to change how we design, but the human expert touch that gives design meaning remains irreplaceable. It's this balance between innovation and intuition, that sits at the heart of tonight's discussion.”
Between each panel discussion and showcase of the new studio displays, guests enjoyed a Yorkshire-inspired culinary experience prepared by Yorkshire-based private chef Eric Paxman. His delicious three-course meal was cooked live on one of the studio’s new contemporary kitchen displays, using locally sourced ingredients including North Sea King Scallops to start, Bolster Moor Farm fillet steaks served with Yorkshire blue cheese as part of the main course and a Yorkshire rhubarb trifle accompanied by locally made ice cream as a mouth-watering dessert.
Renowned for their innovative approach to kitchen design, Grid Thirteen Design Studio creates beautifully crafted spaces in homes tailored to each client’s personality, preferences, and lifestyle. Their designers work with high-quality cabinetry from contemporary German partner SieMatic, alongside their handcrafted ‘Darling Maeve’ bespoke furniture range, often blending the two to create timeless spaces that balance traditional elegance with modern functionality.
Grid Thirteen’s reputation is based on their expert design team listening carefully to each client’s individual needs, approaching each project as an opportunity to push the boundaries of luxury home design to surpass client expectations, so each detail of the design and finish is luxurious, inviting and individual.
Natalie Fry, Founder and Creative Director of Grid Thirteen, said: “As we celebrate 13 years of Grid Thirteen we're reminded that while our industry continues to evolve, great design has always been rooted in people - in creativity, craftsmanship, and the belief that the spaces we create have the power to shape how we live, influence how we feel, and strengthen the way we connect. The panel discussions this evening offered valuable insight into the future of our industry, while our new studio displays reflect our continued commitment to creating beautiful, highly personalised spaces for our clients using the most superior products, finishes and materials. We’re excited to build on this momentum and continue collaborating with our Northern design network in the future.”
Dr Vanessa Brady OBE, President of the Society of British & International Interior Design (SBID) said: “As President of the Society of British & International Interior Design, I’m delighted to host this panel discussion here in the heart of Leeds as part of such a significant evening for the Northern design community. These important conversations across the UK are essential in shaping and defining the future of our industry — bringing together diverse perspectives, celebrating excellence, encouraging meaningful collaboration, and supporting continued innovation. It’s a privilege to help facilitate dialogue between the leading voices in design here in the studio this evening and support the special anniversary of Grid Thirteen.”
About Grid Thirteen
Grid Thirteen is a multi-award-winning luxury interior design studio based in North Leeds, which was founded in 2013 by Creative Director Natalie Fry. Renowned for pushing the boundaries of design by designing kitchen spaces for clients who desire a space that reflect their individuality, free from compromise or restrictions. With over 25 years of experience working alongside some of the UK’s leading architects and interior innovators, Natalie leads her design team - each formally trained in Architecture, Design, and Spatial Planning - to create exceptional kitchen, bedroom, and living spaces for clients across the Northeast and beyond.
KI Europe has collaborated with specifiers to deliver its new product, Arkus Workwall, a versatile, modular wall framework system designed to transform any space. Arkus Workwall is designed to cause minimal disruption to existing spaces, with easy-to-add or remove panels that attach to a subframe. From executive suites to hubs for creativity and collaboration, it provides a straightforward, adaptable foundation that enables specifiers and designers to shape environments with ease.
Simple to install, Arkus Workwall provides users with flexibility for fixing point positions, allowing easy alignment when levelling and positioning units together. The subframe is built with the ability to add cable management, ideal for modern workplaces and educational spaces that increasingly rely on technology. Economical without compromise, Arkus Workwall provides a 5-year warranty and is developed with client feedback to include only essential features that specifiers value most, providing users with exactly what they need by removing all unnecessary complexity.
Manufactured in the UK and designed to adapt to changing workplace needs, Arkus Workwall can be reconfigured through an integrated selection of panels, shelving, storage and accessories. The highly customisable system offers a range of panel finishes, including MFC, back-painted glass, whiteboard and fabric, enabling a variety of aesthetic and functional applications. An optional clad leg design, available with Work2.1 sit-stand integration, creates visual continuity across configurations. With the inclusion of a void behind its panels that can be filled, Arkus Workwall can provide acoustic benefits for its users, increasing focus and preventing overstimulation.
Arkus Workwall integrates with established products from KI's portfolio, including the Arkus MFC storage collection and Work2.1 desking system, extending compatibility across workplace environments. Its modular construction supports a wide range of run lengths and configurations, allowing it to be used as a foundation for larger schemes, as well as for storage walls or display applications.
An Arkus Workwall executive suite configuration, with Arkus Storage and Work2.1, is available to view at KI’s London showroom: KI Europe, 91 Goswell Road, London, EC1V 7EX.
About KI
KI’s furniture helps the world’s leading organisations create happy, healthy, high performing working and learning environments for their people. Bringing together good design, advanced engineering and sustainable resources, KI’s products are durable, flexible and offer excellent value. Founded in 1941, KI has grown to become one of the world's largest, most respected furniture manufacturing groups. KI’s EMEA headquarters in London is supported by an established network of manufacturing facilities and distribution partners across the region.
In an industry often focused on what is new, Yotam Ottolenghi's recently refreshed kitchen offers a valuable reminder of the importance of designing for longevity. More than a decade after its original installation, the Roundhouse kitchen remained so successful that the refurbishment focused not on replacing it, but on carefully evolving it.
Few compliments carry more weight than a returning client. When someone has lived with a kitchen every day, raised a family around it, cooked thousands of meals, hosted friends and relied on the space for years, choosing to return to the same designer speaks volumes about the success of the original project.
That is exactly what happened when internationally renowned chef, restaurateur and food writer Yotam Ottolenghi returned to Roundhouse to refresh the kitchen in his North London Georgian townhouse.
The original kitchen was designed and installed in 2013 using Roundhouse's Urbo collection. Defined by its understated aesthetic, practical layout and carefully considered functionality, the space was designed around the realities of everyday life rather than passing trends.
As Ottolenghi explains: "Roundhouse designed my kitchen 13 years ago, and it still works brilliantly. The refresh was not about changing the fundamentals, I wanted to build on a design that had already stood the test of time."
For interior designers and professionals, the project demonstrates how thoughtful planning, durable materials and adaptable layouts can significantly extend the lifespan of a kitchen without compromising aesthetics or performance.
Rather than embarking on a complete redesign, the refurbishment focused on enhancing a space that was already working exceptionally well. The original layout continued to support the way Ottolenghi and his family lived, while the material palette remained as relevant and appealing as when it was first installed.
"Everything is at my fingertips. The kitchen works intuitively, which makes cooking a pleasure," says Ottolenghi.
That simple observation highlights one of the most important measures of successful design. Beyond appearance, great kitchens make everyday routines feel effortless and intuitive.
While the foundations remained unchanged, the refurbishment introduced carefully considered updates that brought new character to the room.
The most significant addition was a hand painted tiled splashback created by artist Cecilie Maurud Barstad of Gilles & Cecilie Studio. Inspired by family memories, favourite foods and shared experiences, the artwork introduced a deeply personal layer to the space.
"I wanted a kitchen that felt personal. The new splashback brought character and individuality that made the space my own," explains Ottolenghi.
For designers, the project serves as a reminder that personality does not always require dramatic intervention. Sometimes a single carefully chosen element can transform the atmosphere of a room while preserving everything that already works.
Alongside the new splashback, a series of practical improvements helped bring the kitchen up to date.
Storage around the oven wall was reconfigured, appliances were upgraded and the kitchen transitioned from gas to induction cooking. A new suite of Gaggenau appliances and a Quooker tap enhanced performance while maintaining the familiarity of a well-established space.
One of the most notable aspects of the refurbishment was the decision to retain the original white lacquered cabinetry. Years after installation, it remained in excellent condition and continued to provide a calm backdrop for daily life.
As Ottolenghi notes: "A simple, calm backdrop allows everything else to shine. That's true in our restaurants, and it's true in my kitchen. The tiles designed by my dear friend Cecilie Barstad bring some fun and character to the space."
The project also highlights the enduring appeal of restrained material palettes. White lacquered cabinetry, walnut interiors, and stainless-steel worktops create a timeless foundation that allows artwork, objects and ingredients to become part of the visual composition.
For interior designers, there is an important lesson in the way this kitchen has evolved.
Longevity is not simply about durability. It is about creating spaces with enough flexibility to adapt alongside the people who use them. The most successful interiors are rarely those that remain frozen in time. Instead, they mature, evolve, and accumulate character while continuing to support changing lifestyles.
By prioritising functionality, simplicity and quality from the outset, the original design created a framework that could be refined rather than replaced.
The project demonstrates that successful kitchen design is not measured by how quickly it is replaced, but by how well it continues to perform over time. By combining enduring design principles with carefully considered updates, Ottolenghi's kitchen continues to support the changing needs of its owner while retaining the qualities that made it successful from the outset.
In a profession often driven by the pursuit of the new, it is a refreshing reminder that thoughtful design, quality craftsmanship and a deep understanding of how people live can create spaces that remain relevant for decades.
Yotam Ottolenghi's kitchen demonstrates the value of designing spaces that can evolve over time.
If you are planning your own project, book a design consultation or visit a Roundhouse showroom to discover how thoughtful design, quality craftsmanship and carefully considered materials can shape the way you live for years to come.
About Roundhouse Design Ltd
Founded by architects, Roundhouse is a multi-award-winning British company, creating beautiful bespoke kitchens and furniture. Their stunning kitchen designs feature a signature understated aesthetic, influenced by contemporary and traditional design, using innovative materials, texture and colour. Each project is made to measure from a wide range of stunning finishes. Expertly crafted by skilled designers and makers in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Malvern, Worcestershire. Visit any of seven Roundhouse Design kitchen showrooms; Wigmore St, Clapham, Fulham, Richmond, Cambridge, Guildford & Cheltenham.
RAK Ceramics introduces I Sassi Matera, a surface inspired by the extraordinary architectural landscape of the Sassi di Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage site defined by its ancient cave dwellings that have been continuously inhabited since the Paleolithic era. This unique cultural reference brings together history, materiality and design to create a collection rooted in heritage yet expressed through a contemporary lens.
The collection draws inspiration from the natural formation of Matera itself, where soft calcarenite stone, shaped over time by water and wind erosion, defines the texture and character of the landscape. This geological identity becomes the foundation for a refined ceramic interpretation that captures depth, movement and authenticity in surface form.
Developed as part of the wider I Sassi Collection, alongside I Sassi Borgogna, the Matera design reflects a carefully considered fusion of materials and aesthetics. It combines the Borgogna background with layered decorative flakes, creating a surface that is entirely unique in its expression. Notably, both I Sassi Matera and I Sassi Borgogna share the same base background, ensuring a seamless visual connection and a perfectly balanced colour relationship between the two designs. This coordinated approach enhances continuity across the collection while allowing each surface to maintain its own distinct identity.
I Sassi Matera is available in dark greige, dark ivory, dark sand and grey, with coordinated decors designed to extend creative flexibility across applications. Offered in 90x180cm, 120x120cm and 60x120cm formats, the collection supports a wide range of design requirements, from large scale architectural installations to more detailed interior compositions.
With its layered material narrative and precise aesthetic harmony, I Sassi Matera reflects RAK Ceramics’ commitment to transforming historical inspiration into contemporary surface design, where heritage and innovation coexist in a refined and enduring expression.
About RAK Ceramics Ltd
RAK Ceramics products feature in some of the most iconic buildings in the world. Known for a wide product range and the ability to produce bespoke solutions for both small and large scale projects, RAK Ceramics enable clients to bring their ideas to life. They respect, inspire, improve and deliver; today, tomorrow, no matter the ambition, no matter the challenge, RAK Ceramics take care of all the details, so you don’t have to. Their passion and expertise combined with a careful attention to detail means they can provide you with a range of integrated ceramics solutions, allowing you freedom to be creative and plenty of room for imagination.
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