Minimalist look yet with great temperament: the pure energy of bright glass gives new vigour to grey or natural or brown oak. The choice of the finish is the distinctive feature of each kitchen, as it has to please personal tastes and at the same time ensure quality and durability. Peninsula layouts or elements are quite popular for these kitchens because they are both functional and trendy.

Giorgia kitchens are characterized by the minimalist geometry and colors of their compositions. Light and reflections are designed to create dramatic effect on these mostly peninsula compositions. The cylinder-shaped steel and glass hoods creates a sophisticated contrast with the square line of the compositions. Peculiar handles decorates the surface of doors. Columns are come with two square ovens embedded in them. Some layouts are consist only of wall-mounted cabinet solutions. Giorgia kitchens are perfect for creating “kitchen-living” environment.

This kitchen overcomes boundaries and combines the elementary functions of the ‚”living”, “dining” and “cooking” areas: The k7 kitchen by designer Kai Stania. At the core of the k7 is the kitchen block with its height-adjustable work surface. This provides an ergonomically-designed work space at all times. It also transforms the kitchen into a living area in terms of its appearance: By lowering the work surface, the kitchen block

can be used as a sideboard, creating a subtle and understated feature.

The work surface is fitted with an electric motor and 4 hydraulic cylinders meaning that it can be raised from 74 cm to 114 cm using a switch – either continuously variable or using individual programmable heights such as “table height”, “cooking height” or “bar height”. The 2009 version of the k7 comes with a projecting overhang (up to 300 cm) for an Avant-Garde look and plenty of space for dining together. The integrated downward

lighting in the wall unit lights up the spice and crockery storage area. The interior of the k7 is optionally also available in an exclusive, elegant walnut design – giving the drawers and cutlery trays a more sophisticated appearance. The cook block is designed without any handles. The drawers come with an electronic (24 volt) touch service (servo drive) and open by touching the surface gently. Additional comfort is provided by the cushioned

self-close function of the drawers which operates in conjunction with the touch surface. Another sophisticated feature: The stainless steel flush-fitting handle in the tall cupboard offer the possibility of accessing two fronts simultaneously. This kitchen is particularly stable with a maximum load capacity of 150kg.

The k7 is formal and factual in appearance yet at the same time expressive thanks to the exciting mix of materials: Sophisticated wood, black glass fronts, quartz work surface, stainless steel – this combinations creates a synthesis of nature and urbanity, of sensuality and factual stringency.

This is the model that Valcucine associates with the warmth of wood and the modernity and rigor of geometric lines, of constructive technology and of top design details. Kembal is a multi-laminar wood with a slim horizontal grain that reminds one of the colors and feel of teak and is protected by water-based varnishes and treated with oil. In fact, the name is inspired by the word that is used for teak on the Java island. It is a contemporary wood type that combines perfectly with materials such as steel and gloss lacquer and can be personalized with horizontal inlays in wood or aluminum.

Natural wood, stainless steel and mineral stone ensure a fascinating mixture of materials which make this kitchen design unforgettable.