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Designers wanting to conceal door fittings in minimalist design schemes can now use the Arbor range from Silver Kite. Made from wood, the fittings can be colour coated in any colour to match the finish of the door and, as this unique range comprises of door, window, and cabinet fittings, the concept can be used […] The post Silver Kite’s Arbor range conceals with colour appeared first on Interior Designer Magazine.
Bathroom specialist KEUCO and Austrian furniture maker TEAM 7 have extended their collaboration with a new collection made entirely from solid oak specifically to bring cabinetmaker craftsmanship into the bathroom. The line between the bathroom and the living space has slowly been merging, with the bathroom being treated as an extension of the home rather […] The post Crafted in solid wood: KEUCO and TEAM 7 present EDITION LIGNATUR ART appeared first on Interior Designer Magazine.
The UK’s leading lighting specification event returns to London this November, bringing together more than 200 brands, inspiring design, expert talks and two days of industry connection – with free registration now open. LiGHT 26, the UK’s only trade show dedicated to high-end lighting specification, returns to the Business Design Centre in Islington, London, on […] The post Discover the latest in lighting and design at LiGHT 26 appeared first on Interior Designer Magazine.
Struggling to make your small front garden stand out? Here's 13 ideas to show how even tiny plots can make an impression
With the debate around silica and engineered stone growing quickly , we ask what responsibility retailers have for making sure the products they sell are fabricated and installed safely. The post How safe is your stone? appeared first on kbbreview.
Blum has completed its dark range of furnishing solutions with the introduction of an eclipse black finish across its AVENTOS top lift systems. Now available for AVENTOS HF top, HS top, HL top and HK top, the new eclipse black style joins Blum’s onyx black hinges and carbon black LEGRABOX drawer system to create one […] The post Blum introduces eclipse black AVENTOS to complete dark range appeared first on Interior Designer Magazine.
As the world’s leading consumer goods trade fair, Ambiente is consistently advancing its three lifestyle areas Dining, Living and Giving. Under the motto “The next move in Lifestyle”, Ambiente will provide fresh impetus for retail, hospitality and the international contract business in 2027. Whether international retailers, hospitality professionals, architects, interior designers or commercial buyers, at […] The post Ambiente 2027: New Perspectives for Lifestyle and Business appeared firs
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Brothers Tom and Chris Green, co-owners of The Weald Kitchen Company, have created a characterful two-floor showroom in a 15th-century country barn in West Farleigh, Kent The post Showroom of the Month: The Weald Kitchen Company appeared first on kbbreview.
Wren Kitchens is in hot water with a local council, after councillors declared the many showroom signs at its Perth store are “visual clutter” that is “detrimental to the amenity of the area”. The post Wren signage branded ‘visual clutter’ by local council appeared first on kbbreview.
Leeds-based design studio Grid Thirteen has designed and installed two new family living spaces completely free of charge, as part of Overgate Hospice’s Big Build Appeal. The post Grid Thirteen donates two family spaces to Overgate Hospice appeared first on kbbreview.
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Ripples has significantly grown its showroom network in the last five years despite one of the toughest markets in memory. Is it because franchising is booming or is its own brand of growth just appealing in difficult times? The post The kbbreview Interview: Paul Crow, Ripples MD appeared first on kbbreview.
Niall Murphy has been appointed as divisional managing director of Sanbra Group’s Showering Division, which includes the Flair, Majestic, Shower Lab and St James England brands. The post New boss for Sanbra Group’s Showering Division appeared first on kbbreview.
One year on from the opening of its first high street showroom, kbbreview Award nominated retailer Grappenhall Kitchen Company is set to host a first anniversary celebration. The post Grappenhall to celebrate first showroom anniversary appeared first on kbbreview.
BC Designs has launched Plazia, a new freestanding bath created for anyone who likes to stretch out, switch off and stay there for a while. One of the largest baths in the BC Designs collection, Plazia measures 1780mm long and 800mm wide, with a generous 266-litre capacity. Its softly rounded shape is simple and unfussy, […] The post BC Designs unveils new Plazia freestanding bath appeared first on Interior Designer Magazine.
Cosmin Musatescu, Founder of C-made, on how close collaboration, technical development and craftsmanship turn ambitious design into beautifully resolved interiors. – For an interior designer or architect, an ambitious concept is only the beginning. The challenge is carrying that vision through technical development, manufacture and installation without losing the details that made it distinctive in […] The post From design intent to exceptional execution appeared first on Interior De
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With international experience and BretonStone technology behind it, Specta Surfaces is bringing a design-led, relationship-focused approach to the UK market. The post Specta Surfaces: A manufacturer for the next chapter of the industry appeared first on kbbreview.
kbbreview Award-winning kitchen retailer Olive & Barr has welcomed Matt Dagworthy as its new managing director. The post Olive & Barr announces new managing director appeared first on kbbreview.
Methven is marking its 140th anniversary by renewing its focus on water-saving technology, with drought conditions continuing to increase pressure on the UK’s water use. The post Methven vows to double down on water-saving innovations appeared first on kbbreview.
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Press releases and announcements supplied directly by KBB brands, suppliers and service providers. Published as received and not produced or edited by the kbbreview editorial team. The post Supplier Newswire: October 3, 2026 appeared first on kbbreview.
BIFIS has been assigned as the official “Code Operators” for the new Approved Code programme, and will help to manage the scheme across the fitted interiors installation sector. The post BIFIS to manage Approved Code register for fitted interiors appeared first on kbbreview.
IFA 2026: AI was everywhere at this year’s show, but the bigger shift was how appliance brands are starting to use it. The post IFA 2026 Review appeared first on kbbreview.
With a responsibility to look after both retail and merchant customers, Roca Group UK & Ireland has welcomed Craig Shore as a new business development manager for the South West. The post Roca welcomes new South West BDM appeared first on kbbreview.
Inspired by one of the most iconic natural marbles, Statuario Extreme is a standout addition to the Ceralsio ceramic surface collection from CRL Stone, offering bold veining and timeless appeal in a high-performance format. With its crisp white background and dramatic grey veining, Statuario Extreme creates a sense of movement and visual depth, making it […] The post Bold marble-look design defines Ceralsio Statuario Extreme appeared first on Interior Designer Magazine.
Jacek Sobiś, Founder of JS DECO, discusses how thoughtful grain planning transforms natural timber from a decorative finish into a cohesive architectural element within bespoke joinery. – A 7.7-metre bespoke Japandi oak kitchen made for our Leeds based customer shows why grain planning needs to be resolved at elevation stage. Tall storage, appliance housings, a breakfast […] The post When Timber Becomes Architecture: The importance of grain planning in bespoke joinery appeared first
Soho Design District has closed its inaugural year as a standalone district at London Design Festival, capping a celebration of design, craft and community that brought the West End back into the spotlight of London’s design calendar. Championed by Informare, and curated by Yasmin Jones-Henry, the district transformed some of Soho’s most distinctive spaces – […] The post Soho Design District marks a triumphant debut at London Design Festival 2026 appeared first on Interio
Got a large garden? Here’s how to turn all that space into something amazing
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We’ve finished counting the votes from last month’s round of Pets in Showrooms, and we can now reveal which showroom superstar you voted to be our September 2026 winner! The post Your Pets In Showrooms winner for September 2026! appeared first on kbbreview.
What if you stripped an industry exhibition right back? No huge stands, just ONE product from every brand – and a room full of KBB peers. The post kbbreview to launch brand-new industry event in 2027 appeared first on kbbreview.
Why does sustainability seem to matter so little when people are buying kitchens and bathrooms – and will it ever become a genuine selling point? The post Why doesn’t sustainability sell? appeared first on kbbreview.
Gower Furniture has filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators, however insolvency practitioners are involved, and they expect to conclude a rescue of the business shortly. The post Gower calls in administrators but rescue could be on the cards appeared first on kbbreview.
Planning an interior often begins with a collection of images: a kitchen with beautifully detailed cabinetry, a sitting room in an unexpected colour, perhaps a hotel bedroom remembered for its atmosphere. The challenge is deciding which ideas belong together and how they might work within your own home. Before deciding on finishes or furniture, establish […] The post How to turn interior inspiration into a design scheme appeared first on Interior Designer Magazine.
UK architectural practice Bond Bryan has launched Bond Bryan Interiors, a dedicated interiors studio applying human-centred, performance-led design across workplace, education, residential, science and technology, and advanced manufacturing, backed by the architectural and technical expertise of Bond Bryan’s wider practice. The launch formalises and expands an established area of expertise within the practice, combining research, user […] The post Bond Bryan launches dedicated interiors st
Don’t put your gardening tools away just yet – here are 14 things you can plant in October
More than a third of UK homeowners are now deciding to add or update an accent wall during a bathroom renovation, according to the latest research from Houzz. The post Third of Brits opt for an accent wall in bathroom renovations appeared first on kbbreview.
Following California considering a ban on high-silica stone, the WFF has argued that a UK ban would risk “moving the problem elsewhere rather than addressing its root causes”. The post EXCLUSIVE: stone ban still not the right answer for UK, WFF says appeared first on kbbreview.
What do mythical sea creatures and smugglers have in common with Kaldewei? Look a little closer at the bathrooms in Islay’s new whisky-inspired retreat to find out. Romantic tales of olde that tell of monsters and smugglers, along with the intoxicating scent of smoky whiskey is not what you would normally anticipate finding in an […] The post Kaldewei shapes the bathroom experience at Islay’s Ardbeg House appeared first on Interior Designer Magazine.
Workspace Design Show London has announced The Human Experience of Work as the theme for its 2027 event, which will explore the design of more human-centred workplaces. As workplaces continue to evolve, the organisers are turning their attention back to something fundamental: the people who use them. As organisations rethink what makes people want to […] The post Workspace Design Show London 2027: The Human Experience of Work appeared first on Interior Designer Magazine.
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