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.

A unique multi-purpose functional kitchen. The structure with its open compartments can give life to real, multi-purpose back-to-wall units, where areas intended for storage alternate with hi-tech components and work areas: from the built-in oven to the sink crafted directly from the top. The sink crafted out of the Schock top has a special “step” design that attractively matches the Quadro tap. The wall panel is a practical addition to the kitchen: in this model shelves have been inserted that are particularly suitable for furnishing the room.

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.

Daniela is one of traditional kitchens by Cesar. There are several kinds of cabinets, chairs, tables and designs are available in it. On pictures you could find three of them:

• Door with solid alder frame and solid cherry panel. Glass door with solid alder frame, trimmed glass and diamond decor rounded door with perforated floral motif. Cortina handle. Unit fitted below the hood with small drawers. 120 cm Daniela chimney hood. Ceramic tiled top with decor and drip-stop edge. Daniela chair.
• Door with solid alder frame and limed ivory solid alder panel. Glass door with solid alder frame and trimmed glass with diamond decor. Open countertop unit. Cortina handle. Sassi del piave top. Rustica island hood.
• Door with solid alder frame and solid cherry panel. Glass door with solid alder frame and trimmed glass with diamond decor. Parigi handle. Top in kashmir white marble with drip-stop edge. Daniela table and chairs.

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.