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Pull-out kitchen taps are trending and for good reason. Their versatile design can turn your sink into the ultimate cleaning station for pots and pans, while also allowing you for any rinsing tasks with ease, and pour water without having to juggle items into a cramped space.

And if you pick the right tap – a wide variety of colours and styles are now available – you'll also have a beautiful kitchen that looks ready for a photoshoot.

Not sure if a pull-out kitchen tap is right for your home? Here are a few things to consider.

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What is a kitchen tap with pull-out spray?

As suggested by the name, pull-out kitchen taps come with a flexible hose that can be pulled out from the main spout whenever you need to conveniently access areas and items that are hard to reach.

In some designs, the tap offers a dual function, stream and spray, which can be easily switched with a button to optimise water usage during different tasks.

What are the benefits of spray taps?

You might be wondering: is it worth upgrading to a pull-out tap? Will it look good in my kitchen? And what kind of difference will it make on a daily basis?

The simple truth is that pull-out kitchen taps offer functionality beyond conventional taps. To make up your mind, explore some of the most compelling advantages provided by these kitchen wonders.

Unmatched versatility for the kitchen

Multi-functional kitchen taps simplify your life with a simple idea.

The ability to pull out and extend the spray head allows you to direct the water exactly where you need it – making it easier to clean every corner of your sink, rinse out awkwardly shaped containers and fill pots or buckets on the countertop.

Moreover, with a 360° swivel spout, extendable kitchen taps enable you to make the most of your second sink and give you extra space for washing larger items.

And to take things to the next level, why not elevate your tap even further with filtered chilled, boiling, and sparkling water functions -- for the ultimate kitchen appliance in one tap.

A more efficient and sustainable option

Did you know pull-out kitchen taps can also lower your environmental footprint and reduce your water consumption?

Indeed, used in their spray mode, a pull-out tap can reduce water usage by up to 70% compared to conventional stream taps. The ability to extend your spout and conveniently direct it towards your target dish or pot delivers additional savings, as you'll be able to turn the water on only when needed.

Kitchen spray taps help the way you move around the kitchen as they enable you to quickly bring water to your kitchenware, rather than the other way around.

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A design for all kitchens

Beyond its functional appeal, a pull-out kitchen tap is the perfect idea to elevate your kitchen with a touch of style.

Available in a wide range of finishes such as brass, copper or gold, pull-out taps are designed to complement nearly any kitchen theme or colour scheme. Want to explore a few stylistic ideas? Our Pinterest is full of inspiration, with beautiful homes, and stunning design.

Peachy clean

Cleaning hard-to-reach items in your sink or large pots can often be a time-consuming task. Pull-out kitchen taps bypass these issues, enabling you to reach everywhere with ease and swiftly clean even the largest pans.

And with the ability to switch between a steady stream and a versatile spray, you can quickly adjust the water flow to suit the task at hand.

Whether you’re washing dishes, rinsing fruits and vegetables or giving your sink a thorough clean, a pull-out kitchen tap ensures that you have the right tool for the job.

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Effortless hydration

So far, we've shown the remarkable functionality of pull-out kitchen taps.

Pull-out kitchen taps, however, can be much more than a mere water source for your cleaning chores.

With a filtered water tap from Zip, you can enjoy the pure-tasting water – boiling, chilled, or sparkling – always available to hydrate and refresh the whole family.

In particular, the HydroTap Celsius Plus All-in-One Pull-Out is engineered to deliver an unrivalled experience, thanks to an extendable hose built for flexibility and a snag-free extendable spray-hose, powered by its patented compact hose management system that can be easily retracted.

On top of providing delicious, instantly filtered water at the press of a button, it also delivers unfiltered hot and cold water for washing up. But, as with all innovative technology, safety cannot be overlooked. That's why the tap's convenient safety lock can be activated to limit its boiling function and protect young or vulnerable users.

And what's best, our knowledgeable team are here to help, every step of the way. From design advice, to installation, get in touch today for your bespoke solution.

Discover how our HydroTap ticks all the design boxes and is revolutionising hydration at home.

About Zip Water

Experience water at its best with the ultimate in luxury home appliances. Zip Water are manufacturers of the iconic Zip HydroTap - a revolutionary drinking water appliance offering the very best in filtered boiling, chilled and sparkling water; designed to upgrade your lifestyle. A health-boosting, time-saving, space-saving and planet-saving marvel, the HydroTap transforms ordinary tap water into something extraordinary.

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Meet the latest addition to Zip Water’s collection of outstanding taps: HydroTap Celsius Plus All-in-One Pull-Out. The latest innovation from the drinking water pioneer, Zip Water, is here. Kicking off 2024 with a bold design statement, Zip is launching its HydroTap Celsius Plus All-in-One Pull-Out.

The ultimate in drinking water systems for the home, the new HydroTap features an unrivalled ‘snag-free’ extendable spray-hose, powered by its patented compact hose management system.

HydroTap Celsius Plus All-in-One Pull-Out in matt black

All your water needs in one tap

HydroTap has long been a coveted feature in the home, transforming tap water into something extraordinary. The beautifully engineered new All-in-One system delivers instant, pure-tasting filtered boiling, chilled and sparkling drinking water, operated via a touchpad handle.

For those who love water with extra fizz, Zip has made sure HydroTap delivers its best sparkling water yet. This is all down to an aerator, concealed in the tap’s spout, which ensures the optimum delivery of sparkling water.

The extendable hose delivers unfiltered hot and cold water for easy rinsing, cleaning and washing up, and can easily be switched to spray mode with the touch of a button. Plus, thanks to Zip’s unrivalled compact hose management system the extendable hose operates smoothly and consistently, retracting without any snagging.

HydroTap Celsius Plus All-in-One Pull-Out in brushed chrome
HydroTap Celsius Plus All-in-One Pull-Out in brushed rose gold

Designed with purpose

HydroTap Celsius Plus All-in-One Pull-Out is available in seven modern finishes, ensuring there is a perfect match for any kitchen. From classic colours like brushed chrome and matt black through to the premium brushed gold and gunmetal, it's easy to find a complementary tone.

To make sure the kitchen is as hygienic as possible, Zip has included antimicrobial protection embedded into the surface of the touchpad to help prevent the spread of bacteria.
The touchpad also features a boiling safety lock, making it a great, safe companion for busy family life.

HydroTap Celsius Plus All-in-One Pull-Out is stylishly smart. Every detail has been considered to ensure it offers the very best experience possible.

HydroTap Celsius Plus All-in-One Pull-Out

About Zip Water

Experience water at its best with the ultimate in luxury home appliances. Zip Water are manufacturers of the iconic Zip HydroTap - a revolutionary drinking water appliance offering the very best in filtered boiling, chilled and sparkling water; designed to upgrade your lifestyle. A health-boosting, time-saving, space-saving and planet-saving marvel, the HydroTap transforms ordinary tap water into something extraordinary.

If you’d like to feature your news or stories on SBID.org, get in touch to find out more. 

If you’d like to become SBID Accredited, click here for more information.

Nick Taylor, Head of Residential at Zip Water UK, and Daniel Heath, National Residential Sales Manager at Zip Water UK has given their insights into the industry. Zip is the drinking water pioneer. For 75 years, it’s poured passion, expertise and innovation into all its drinking water solutions to create quality products that people trust. Zip doesn't just redesign, it revolutionises. It constantly strives for the best, developing world-class technology that supports health and wellbeing, enhances the everyday experience and commits to a greener future.

The Zip HydroTap is the ultimate in luxury home appliances. Designed to upgrade your lifestyle, it’s a health-boosting, time-saving, space-saving and planet-saving marvel, transforming ordinary tap water into something extraordinary.

What are the origins of the brand?

Here at Zip Water, we are the creator of innovative drinking water systems that deliver water at its best. Founded in Australia in 1947, we initially specialised in water heaters for sinks and baths before expanding into drinking water. In 1975, we launched the world’s first on-wall boiler and over the following decades saw fast and unrivalled product innovation. Zip established a base in the UK in 1991 and in 2012 brought another world-first to the market; a never-seen before boiling, chilled and sparkling instant drinking water tap. Today in the UK, we have remained steadfast as a leading innovator and the luxury brand for homes where quality and design are a must. Our flagship product, the Zip HydroTap, is also considered the world’s most advanced drinking water system for the workplace, and can be found in countless office buildings throughout the world.

How do your products and services enhance interior design projects?

Beautiful kitchens require beautiful products, and with our premium HydroTaps you can have both style and functionality. With a range of styles to choose from, including the elegant Arc or contemporary Cube, the interior designer can choose the design that perfectly complements any kitchen interior. Plus, with a choice of seven finishes, the HydroTap will effortlessly match the personality of the home they’re working on. Interior Designers can be rest assured that with Zip systems, they’re not just recommending the most stylish filtered drinking water product, but the very best in terms of functionality too. Their customers will love the advanced filtration, intuitive command centre and safety functions.

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What value does your specialist sector add to the industry?

At the heart of our brand are three important values: We are committed to delivering the best quality drinking water – at home, at work, or on the go - thanks to our advanced filtration system. We are committed to continuous innovation, constantly developing and improving our energy efficient, user-friendly and user-safe technologies. We are committed to creating sustainable solutions, helping customers to eradicate their reliance on single-use plastic water bottles. Our range of drinking water systems and hot water solutions also support a variety of sustainable building accreditations and standards.

How do you work with interior designers?

The team here at Zip Water are true consultants, and we are fully equipped with the tools, resources and knowledge to allow us to support designers closely. We have a range of accredited CPDs that can help designers demonstrate their commitment to the ongoing learning and professional practice of interior design. We also have a showroom in Clerkenwell and encourage designers to visit or bring their clients to experience the products. We have developed a ‘Specifier Portal’ which enables designers to log on and download product, installation and technical information, as well as BIM files and spec sheets. We have a hands-on team who are available for in-person, virtual or phone consultations.

What has been your most significant company highlight or success from the past year?

Zip products are tested to the highest standard. We have recently been awarded with WRAS approval on our HydroTap G5 range. The Water Regulations Approval Scheme, WRAS for short, is a certification body for plumbing products and fittings that aims to demonstrate which materials are compliant with regulations and bylaws throughout the UK. As a market leading brand it is important to us that we maintain extremely high standards and ensure our products are compliant with regulations. WRAS approval means that the customer can have complete faith and peace of mind in every system we produce.

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Nick Taylor - Head of Residential, Zip Water UK

What are the latest trends you’ve noticed in your client’s requests?

In recent years we have seen the design of a kitchen develop from a practical space to a highly personalised, multi-use space. The kitchen is the ‘heart’ of the home and now more than ever we are seeing zonal areas within kitchens, such as areas for storage, cooking, preparation, cleaning, dining, entertaining and innovative spaces for family life. Zip has a range of HydroTaps that don’t have to be installed over the sink. By installing with an integrated or stand alone font, the HydroTap can be installed in other parts of the kitchen. The HydroTap has been installed in a dedicated drinks zone and bars, next to hobs as part of a cooking set up, to breakfast bars and vast kitchen islands. We have even seen HydroTaps installed in home cinema rooms, games rooms and bedrooms.

How do you see the interior design industry evolving in the year ahead?

Due to economic and cultural shifts in recent years I think we are going to see more multi-generational homes, where two or even three generations live together under one roof. Or similarly in apartment blocks, there will be more multi-use communal areas. This will definitely impact interior design trends, as the interactions with - and uses of - spaces will need deeper considerations.

Is there anything new you are excited to be working on?

Zip is now on its 5th Generation of HydroTap and we continue to design, develop and innovate new products. For example, we have recently added Steritouch antimicrobial material to the water path of our systems to enhance the hygiene credentials of the range and have added new aerators to create an improved flow of chilled and sparkling water.

What does being an SBID Accredited Industry Partner mean to you?

For us here at Zip, SBID is the perfect partner. As the manufacturer of an industry leading product, we need to work with other industry leading bodies who align with our values. A Zip HydroTap is the aspirational product of choice, designed and perfected for truly incredible homes. Outstanding design in the residential market is something we know the SBID network of interior designers are truly spearheading, so we are match made in heaven!

Daniel Heath - National Residential Sales Manager, Zip Water UK

About Zip Water

Experience water at its best with the ultimate in luxury home appliances. Zip Water are manufacturers of the iconic Zip HydroTap - a revolutionary drinking water appliance offering the very best in filtered boiling, chilled and sparkling water; designed to upgrade your lifestyle. A health-boosting, time-saving, space-saving and planet-saving marvel, the HydroTap transforms ordinary tap water into something extraordinary.

If you’d like to feature your news or stories on SBID.org, get in touch to find out more. 

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Modern minimalism at its most pure: A radical reworking of Dornbracht’s Meta.02 kitchen fitting has produced the new Meta Square. A consistent reduction in form underlines the elegance and versatility of the classic design. The series is complemented by new finishes and additional variants.

In this kitchen, organic forms encounter strict geometry, experimental colour combinations meet neutral tones. On the left: Meta Square in Brushed Champagne (22kt Gold) as a single-lever mixer, on the right as a Bar Tap.

Meta Square is delicate and contemporary

“The design refinements give Meta Square an essentially more delicate and therefore contemporary appearance. We have minimised the diameter of the body of the fitting, without having to use a rosette. The additional height of the fitting, the lack of a groove in the lower part of the lever and the integrated flow reducer in the spout, make Meta Square seem sleeker and more noticeably minimalist. At the same time, the right-angled bend of the spout underlines the clarity and succinctness of the fitting, as in the previous generation. A culture of fine differences,” says Michael Sieger from Sieger Design, who is the designer responsible for the refinements.

The square bend in the spout is the primary characteristic of Meta Square.
Meta Square in Matte Black as a Bar Tap.

Available in new finishes and variants

From now on, Meta Square can also be obtained in three new finishes: Champagne (22kt Gold), Brushed Champagne (22kt Gold), and Dark Chrome. While the latter lends an unobtrusive elegance to the kitchen fitting, the sensuous and warm gold colour of the first two, has a persuasive appeal. In addition to this, the classic design is now also available in a pull-down version or as a Bar Tap, for preliminary activities.

The kitchen is increasingly becoming the focal point of every home. Meta Square as a single-lever mixer.

Cosmopolitan fusion in the kitchen

By interacting with various colours and materials, Meta Square consciously creates different ambiences. It is the ideal component for contemporary concepts to turn the kitchen into the focal point of the home, perfect for expressing an individual lifestyle. “Cosmopolitan fusion” architecture is one such inspiring example. It combines contrasting elements into something totally new: Eye-catching Pink and expressive Dark Green make a stylistically assured combination. An experimental liaison, it is complemented by coloured glass and ceramic accessories, as well as soft rosé textile elements.

“Cosmopolitan fusion” is an expression of the individual lifestyle of the occupants. Meta Square as a Bar Tap.
The “cosmopolitan fusion” kitchen inspiration: Meta Square in Matte Black harmonises subtly with the expressive terrazzo natural stone, and the pink wooden fronts of the kitchen units.

Meta Square demonstrates versatility and variability in this world: The Matte Black fitting blends in subtly, harmonising stylishly with the identically coloured Dornbracht sinks, and the expressive terrazzo pattern of the natural stone backdrop. The exciting contrast created by the Brushed Champagne (22kt Gold) finish, on the other hand, accentuates the kitchen design with exceptional elegance.

More information can be found here.

About Dornbracht UK & Ireland

Based in Iserlohn, Dornbracht is the leading specialist supplier of superior designer fittings and
accessories for bathroom, spa and kitchen. The company was founded in 1950 and is represented by a portfolio of products on more than 125 markets worldwide. With clearly-defined design principles for a lasting product design and a consistent focus on user needs, Dornbracht has transformed the bathroom and kitchen into living spaces – and in so doing, continues to set new standards. The premium manufacturer is famous worldwide for its design and architectural expertise and quality of manufacture at the highest level and underlines its leadership aspirations with the brand claim “Leading Designs for Architecture”.

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The flowing yet puristic design of MEM from Dornbracht is reminiscent of the most natural and original form of water presentation: spring. The fitting takes a deliberate step back, and by doing so, is fully taken up by the individual ambience of the architecture. The series stands for clarity, reduction, and balance, and thanks to the extensive enhancement, it now offers an even greater variety of design options.

MEM in Champagne

More variants, more options

Dornbracht provides several new variants for the washing area: The washbasin fitting is now also available as a single-lever basin mixer and a three-hole mixer with a flat spout. Joining the wall-mounted fittings line-up, are a single-lever mixer, a three-hole mixer, and a monobloc single-lever mixer. The latter is a totally new product type. All five of the new products have one thing in common – they are perfect for small bathrooms and have an aesthetic impact there. Another impressive new highlight is the slender, freestanding single-lever bath mixer which can be positioned anywhere in the room, as the main attraction.

MEM in Chrome
MEM in Chrome

The new finishes have a satisfying depth of colour and brilliance

MEM is impressive, not just for this great product variety, but also for its wide choice of surface finishes. From now on, the series, which was created by Sieger Design, will also be available in Dark Chrome, Champagne (22kt Gold) and Brushed Champagne (22kt Gold). While the Dark Chrome represents subtle elegance, the warm golden hue of the two Champagne finishes sets a refined tone.

MEM in Champagne

Traditional craftsmanship used for hammer textured handles

New textured handles complete the series enhancements. These are produced by the so-called hammering technique, a traditional and skilled manual working method that creates decorative surface finishes. The indentations and projections formed by hammering reflect instant light, creating glossy and matt areas. This gives the handle a unique texture that is pleasant to touch. Its complex nature stands in fascinating contrast to the strict form of the MEM handle geometry. This elaborate manufacturing process makes every handle unique.

MEM in Champagne
MEM in Champagne

Back to basics

Both the new products and the MEM variants that have been available in the market for 20 years, prove to be unobtrusive and visible at the same time. A spout with a 180-degree bend, an invisibly integrated jet regulator and minimalist handles, the series embodies a basic aesthetic appeal that intentionally avoids any extrovert elements. Conceived according to the Dornbracht design principles – proportion, precision, progressiveness, performance, and personality – MEM conforms directly to the Dornbracht claim of creating “Leading Designs for Architecture”.

More information can be found at www.dornbracht.com/mem

MEM in Chrome
MEM in Champagne

About Dornbracht UK & Ireland

Based in Iserlohn, Dornbracht is the leading specialist supplier of superior designer fittings and
accessories for bathroom, spa and kitchen. The company was founded in 1950 and is represented by a portfolio of products on more than 125 markets worldwide. With clearly-defined design principles for a lasting product design and a consistent focus on user needs, Dornbracht has transformed the bathroom and kitchen into living spaces – and in so doing, continues to set new standards. The premium manufacturer is famous worldwide for its design and architectural expertise and quality of manufacture at the highest level and underlines its leadership aspirations with the brand claim “Leading Designs for Architecture”.

If you’d like to feature your news or editorials on SBID.org, get in touch to find out more. 

If you’d like to become SBID Accredited, click here for more information.

Luxury bath and kitchen brand GRAFF and prestigious American industrial designer Stephen Burks present Faucet Fantasy, an artistic installation drawing attention to the importance of water conservation. Burks, known for using artisan and handcrafted influences in his designs, will showcase nine GRAFF faucets in luxurious finishes, reimagined in his signature mix of bright colours with natural and manmade materials.

“Inspired by the graphic flow of water, Faucet Fantasy showcases nine luxurious faucets in a colorful array of handcrafted finishes, textures, and materials,” Burks said. The eye-catching installation generated considerable buzz among the attendees at the unveiling event.

Faucet Fantasy represents GRAFF's Art of Bath sustainability program. GRAFF is an actively green brand, from using lead-free materials in its products to adhering to zero waste in its lean manufacturing system. The brand is inherently dedicated to water conservation, understanding our most valuable resource's role in a healthy ecosystem. In 2012, GRAFF raised the bar on eco-standards by automatically including water-saving systems with all bathroom-sink and kitchen faucets, and showerheads. Partnering with sustainable projects worldwide, GRAFF strives to make luxury green.

Founder and President of GRAFF, Mr. Ziggy Kulig, commented: "For GRAFF, quality, design and sustainability, go hand in hand. We look to align with creatives whose own work embodies this same philosophy. We are pleased to partner with Stephen Burks for creating an exclusive sculpture installation. We hope his creation will inspire viewers to do their part in supporting water conservation initiatives."

Burks’ installation also dovetails seamlessly with GRAFF’s rich heritage of artisanship and craftsmanship in production. “For Faucet Fantasy, we were looking at the idea of bringing the hand to industry and presenting a range of products that give the customer a sense of what’s possible,” said Burks. Together with his studio Stephen Burks Man Made, Burks has been commissioned by many of the world’s leading design-driven brands to develop collections that engage hand production as a strategy for innovation.

As a product development consultant, Burks has worked in close collaboration with artisans and craftspeople around the globe. His work has been exhibited internationally and he has been the recipient of several awards, including being the only African American to win the Smithsonian Cooper Hewitt National Design Award in Product Design. In 2019, he became the first Harvard Loeb Fellow in the discipline of product design and was recently an adjunct assistant professor of architecture at Columbia University’s GSAPP.

Following its unveiling at RNDD, the Faucet Fantasy installation will be on display at Chicago’s Studio 41 home design showroom from September 10th to September 30th and then at the GRAFF Design center at the Mart for Design Chicago.

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.

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The Vintage collection by GRAFF Designs, a unique range marrying industrial style with rich heritage. Inspired by the Chicago Fire Department’s heroic role in extinguishing the state's Big Fire of 1934, GRAFF Designs pays homage with this tactile and vintage style brassware.

Reminiscent of the iconic fire hose valve silhouette and mirroring the red logo of the Chicago Fire Department, the collection boasts exquisite craftsmanship and detail, from its architectural elements to its modern take on traditional design. Comprising 140 stylish products including bath and basin mixers, showerheads and rails, as well as an accompanying accessories range.

Formed with precision engineering and premium-quality materials, the Vintage Collection is available in 21 luxury finishes including 24K polished gold, vintage brushed brass and the classic limited-edition red.

Available to buy now in the UK with prices starting from £500 for a basin mixer in Chrome, up to £5,500 for a 24K Gold freestanding bath shower mixer.

For more information, expert comment or imagery, please contact the team at [email protected]

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.

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MOD+ by GRAFF Designs, a rich and diversified modular collection that offers endless customisation possibilities. Allowing a high degree of creative freedom with luxury custom finishes, materials and configurations, MOD+ unlocks up to 65 000 possible combinations - a collection like no other.

Comprising 55 bathroom products for the washbasin, bathtub and shower areas, in which each element can be completely customised GRAFF has created its MOD+ Collection Configurator to fully exhibit the collection’s potential. An online tool to help design and specify, personalisation options include handle detailing, finishes, materials, spout size and mounting type.

MOD+ offers 20 unique finishes, including Gunmetal, Matt White or Vintage Brushed Brass, or for that extra special touch, a unique 24 K gold finish. Handles materials include variations of Tuscan marble including Storm Black, Forest Green and Smoky White.

President of GRAFF Designs, Ziggy Kulig comments: “GRAFF is committed to presenting the best bathing experiences in the personal space of your house with exceptional style and selection of precious raw material innovations in a way that exceeds expectations.

To see the full collection and try the online configurator, visit www.graff-designs.com/en/catalog/configurator/

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.

If you’d like to feature your product news here, get in touch to find out more. 

If you’d like to become SBID Accredited, click here for more information.

Abode, award-winning designer and distributor of market leading kitchen taps, sinks, bathroom taps & showering solutions anticipate the latest 2022 market trends for kitchen sinks and taps, as they continue to play a leading role in the modern home.

Following extensive market research and trends monitoring, Abode can reveal the following trends are set to influence kitchen design in 2022.

Leanne Adamson, Marketing Manager at Abode says, “The need for 24/7 convenience that empowers both home and lifestyle is inspiring new levels of design in the kitchen, utility room and hybrid wash zones like the home bar and boot room. Accordingly, end users young and old have become part of the now generation where time is of the essence and well-considered functionality that improves health and wellbeing is top priority. This has led to a rise in high performance kitchen taps, which add value and maintain their design integrity without compromising on style or user safety. Naturally, the trend for steaming hot water and filtered water on tap is set to reach new heights in 2022, with 3 IN 1 and 4 IN 1 taps becoming a staple of the traditional and contemporary kitchen whilst helping us all save energy, reduce our use of plastic bottles and lead healthier lives.”

Leanne Adamson, Marketing Manager, Abode

Multi-Generational Living

As more of us are living in a multi-generational household, home ergonomics is a point for discussion with an emphasis on ease of use and product safety. Trends are therefore identifying water safety as a number one priority with taps that are designed to be used by people of all ages, including those with limited mobility, outperforming other inclusive-style taps that forego style over substance. Having a kitchen that can grow with you is going to impact how we design the kitchen wash zone next year with young families, downsizers and the newly retired alike seeking future-proof taps that are easy reach, hygienic and distinct by design.

PRODUCT - We recommend the Abode Agilis Single Lever kitchen tap, which is ergonomically designed. Featuring a sweeping L shape body with knurled aerator collar, the handle is located on the front of the tap body to reduce reach. Providing agile movement via a single lever, just a flick of a wrist will operate the water flow: great if you have dirty hands!

Abode Agilis Single Lever Tap - Matt Black & Brushed Brass with easy-reach, unique design.
Abode Pronteau 4 IN 1 Propure Monobloc Quad - Matt Black, Hot, Cold, 98° Steaming Hot and Filtered Water Tap.

Refreshingly Sustainable

As climate change intensifies, the need to source only the most ethical products on the market is becoming a criterion when planning a kitchen space. Managing water and energy use will continue to remain on trend next year with multi-functional taps taking centre stage in the battle to save the planet. Enjoying the idea of chilled filtered water on tap is now easier than ever, not only cutting down on the use of plastic bottles but the rise in hot water taps has made the kettle redundant – freeing up space and time while reducing water consumption and energy in high usage households.

PRODUCT – Discover Abode Swich, a revolutionary design solution that will transform a new or existing kitchen tap in to a filtered water tap that delivers a constant supply of crystal clear filtered water! The exclusive and patented Swich water filter system is a discreet yet ultra-luxe device, which is easy to use and install, either retro-fit in an existing kitchen or add to a new kitchen design.

Abode Swich Water Filter System - Matt Black Round Handle, shown with Abode Prime Single Lever Tap - Matt Black that features a flat spout design and unique handle + Abode Matrix R0 Large Single Bowl Sink - Stainless Steel with squared edges zero and radius construction.

Industrial Style

Popular with interior designers and homeowners alike, industrial-style kitchens stand to remain a firm favourite next year, with trends reporting a new appreciation for sinks and taps that help define a scheme. Practicality and luxury will therefore go hand-in-hand, with contemporary matt black and delicately distinct brass finishes in high demand. Complementing big ticket items like your appliances and designer fixtures, black will bring extra refinement to next year’s industrial-style kitchen and welcome an eclectic mix of materials and finishes that see the sink and tap area stand up and be counted.

PRODUCT – Answering growing demand for 24/7 convenience that is practical and beautiful, the Pronteau 4 IN 1 Propure Monobloc Quad is seen here in an industrial-style Matt Black finish. Available in five on trend finishes and two spout designs, this 4 IN 1 kitchen tap is a must for the design and time conscious. The steaming hot water is delivered via a two-stage safety handle and with cold filtered drinking water on tap as well as the domestic hot and cold supply you truly have everything you need packaged up in a sleek design that sits proudly in an array of kitchen styles.

About Abode

Established in 2002, Abode has a team with extensive knowledge of sinks, taps and the kitchen & bathroom industry. They are renowned for award winning product design and have been recognised by various industry awards. Over 15 years on their thirst for innovation, design, quality and service remains just as strong as it was on day one. Abode is part of the Norcros plc group of companies, a leading supplier of high quality and innovative kitchen and bathroom products.

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Kohler, leading global brand, features eight additions to its smart home portfolio at CES 2022, focusing on enhancing wellbeing and making it easier for people to find peace of mind.

PerfectFill Bath Filler and Drain System

PerfectFill smart bathing technology is a smart drain, digital/app controller and bath filler. PerfectFill draws a bath to a preferred temperature and desired depth with a simple voice command or through the KOHLER Konnect app, reducing time spent monitoring the bath as it fills. Previously demonstrated as concept technology, PerfectFill will be available for purchase in May 2022.

PerfectFill Bath Filler and Drain System
PerfectFill Bath Filler and Drain System

Anthem Valves and Controls – digital valves can operate multiple outlets, integrate into the KOHLER Konnect app, can be paired with voice assistants, and offer the unique functionality of independent temperature and flow control in each outlet. Paired with the immersive sprays of the Statement showerheads, hand showers, rain heads and body sprays, Anthem upgrades the shower through innovative technology and engineering.

Anthem Valves and Controls
Anthem Valves and Controls

Purist Suspend – ceiling-mounted kitchen faucet featuring a remote puck that manages activation, temperature and volume, and a fully adjustable hose with 180-degree rotation.

Purist Suspend Kitchen Faucet
Purist Suspend Kitchen Faucet

Touchless Residential Bathroom Faucet – New category for Kohler, these faucets function with a simple wave of the hand, offer temperature control and operate by battery, offering an easy tech upgrade.

Mistos Touchless Bathroom Faucet
Mistos Touchless Bathroom Faucet

Kohler Power Reserve – a modular home energy storage system that pairs with solar power systems to provide homeowners with access to solar energy regardless of the weather, time of day or status of the grid.

Kohler Power Reserve
Kohler Power Reserve

Robern IQ Digital Lock Box – a smart lock box that offers a compact way to securely protect valuables, medication and personal items. Digital Lock Box is equipped with a touchpad panel as well as an app to set and protect your password and ensure that your items are secured.

Robern IQ Digital Lock Box
Robern IQ Digital Lock Box

Additional featured products coming to market in 2022 include Stillness Bath, a multi-sensory bathing experience inspired by Japanese forest bathing, and H2Wise powered by Phyn, smart water monitors designed to detect leaks and track household water usage.

Stillness Bath
Stillness Bath
H2Wise Powered by Phyn

About Kohler

Founded in 1873, Kohler Co. is a global leader in the design, innovation and manufacture of kitchen and bath products; luxury cabinetry, tile and lighting; engines, generators, and clean energy solutions; and owner/operator of two, five-star hospitality and golf resort destinations in Kohler, Wisconsin, and St. Andrews, Scotland.

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