Turn Up the Heat
Sleek surfaces, cooktops and clever appliances are the latest innovations for cutting-edge kitchens.
From overhead storage to modular cooktops to clever wine cabinets with multiple temperature zones, these kitchen products will enliven and enrich any home.
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01 My Top ceramic slabs Large-format ceramic tiles by Italian company Fondovalle offer a flexible and long-lasting alternative to marble. Available in a range of colour-printed designs, the tiles are suitable for kitchens, bathrooms and other wet areas, including outdoor spaces. parisi.com.au
02 Inax tiles The exquisite tiles from Japanese brand Inax are inspired by traditional motifs and created with intricate shapes. Carefully calculated thicknesses on tiles like Terrarossa (pictured) create textured effects that encourage the play of light and shadow. artedomus.com
03 Vido flexible hose sink mixer Sporting a swivel spout and an environmentally friendly five-star WELS rating, the Vido sink mixer is available in three distinctive finishes: ‘Chrome,’ ‘Brushed Nickel’ and ‘Matte Black.’ A detachable hose and a fixed-pin lever handle add both functionality and style. phoenixtapware.com.au
04 Tête à Tête wine cabinet Up to twelve bottles of wine can be stored in this beautiful and petit wine cabinet, which can stand alone or be built into kitchen joinery. Multiple temperature zones allow both red and white wines to be kept at an ideal drinking temperature, ready to serve. eurocave.com.au
05 Innotech Atira drawer system Straight lines and clean contours characterize the Atira drawer system, which has a sleek design that fits into any home situation and offers a wide variety of options for organizing drawers and pull-outs. Finishes are available in ‘White,’ ‘Silver’ and ‘Anthracite.’ hettich.com
06 Staron solid surfaces
Pictured here in ‘Terrazzo Venezia,’ solid surfaces from Staron can be used to create monolithic flowing features like benchtops, splashbacks and vanities. More than ninety colour selections are available to complement the palettes of any design project. staron.com.au
07 The RIG modular system
RIG by MA/U Studio, available from Boffi in Australia, is designed for use in areas adjacent to the kitchen. Thin black hardware defines its customizable components, which include dividers, cutlery holders, ladle racks, traditional shelves, and storage for bottles and stemware. maustudio.net
08 Dekton Slim ultra-thin surface
Dekton Slim is a new ultrafine surface for sleek, minimalistic design at just 4 mm thick, it is ideal for projects that require high performance and lightweight, durable materials. Nine colour options ensure that Dekton Slim can cater for a wide range of styles and settings. cosentino.com/en-au
09 Pro series fridge/freezer
Crafted with stainless steel inside and out, refrigerators and freezers in Sub-Zero’s Pro series feature a luxurious and professional aesthetic. A compact new option is 91 cm wide and offers novel design opportunities for small and large kitchens alike. au.subzero-wolf.com
10 Vario 200 modular cooktops
New Vario 200 series cooktops form a compact modular system that, when assembled, ranges in scale from 28 cm to 60 cm. Induction and gas cooktops sit comfortably alongside specialized options that include an electric grill and a teppanyaki hob. gaggenau.com.au
11 Nexus SE cooker
Falcon’s Nexus SE is an update to the bestselling Nexus range cooker. Featuring a sleek and sophisticated modern design, the Nexus SE offers telescopic oven shelving and a symmetrical door arrangement of two upper drop-downs and two lower side-openings. andico.com.au
12 Toledo surfaces
Four colour profiles inspired by European destinations make Toledo stone surfaces an evocative addition to any kitchen space. Colour ‘Dolce Vita Crema’ (pictured) was inspired by the sunbaked, ancient stones of the collection’s eponymous citadel. smartstone.com.au
13 Aventos HK overhead cabinets
Aventos HK overhead cabinets lift up and out of the way, allowing users easy access to cabinet contents without restricting movement. New, smaller cover caps are available in white, light grey or dark grey. All the colour options have a sleek look and a clean-cut design. blum.com
14 Integrated French door fridge
Pictured at Hahei House by Studio 2 Architects, the Fisher and Paykel integrated French door fridge is designed to fit flush with kitchen cabinetry for a seamless look. It uses smart technology to cool and defrost only when necessary. Photograph: Simon Wilson. fisherpaykel.com/au
15 Reclaimed Denim Fibre laminate
Laminex proves that stunning surfaces don’t have to cost the environment: 60 percent of its Reclaimed Denim Fibre laminate is made with offcuts from clothing production. Boasting a classic indigo hue, the surface is unmistakably reminiscent of a favourite pair of blue jeans. laminex.com.au