bulthaup, founded in 1949, is now renowned for its innovative leadership in modern kitchen design, in which unnecessary decoration of any kind is avoided; coupled with its smart installation concept, the company has become a pioneer in the industry.

bulthaup believes that kitchens are living spaces where the most beautiful have a simple, tailored design,  perfectly equipped and inviting places, which offer endless hours of enjoyment.

Their innovative bulthaup b3 system offers a new design concept that allows the kitchen elements to float, using materials carefully - as thin as possible and as thick as necessary; the overall lightness of design demonstrates how effortlessly beauty can radiate from functionality.

The entire kitchen “floats” using a multi-functional supporting frame on the wall that can bear up to one ton in weight per meter.

It is a masterpiece of stability hidden from view when fitted with panels, shelves, units and appliances; this technology also enables water, power and gas connections to be concealed; this wall solution is ideal for architects and designers, providing them with an unprecedented level of freedom in the efficient use of space.

bulthaup observed that in the majority of kitchens people need to either bend down low or stretch up high to reach certain areas, resulting in the b3 system, where all areas that are very high up or very low down, no longer exist and the space in-between is used to the full.

The bulthaup b3 concept clearly illustrates how you can create a highly personalised superb kitchen in any given space.

Visit the website for more information:

Web: http://www.bulthaup.com

John Lewis of Hungerford is offering a selection of classically designed freestanding storage options for Spring to compliment their Artisan kitchen.
 
The practical and attractive painted dressers, larder cupboards and worktables are of superb quality and built to last; They provide ideal solutions for storing pots, pans utensils and other kitchen paraphernalia.

The featured Worktable with storage cupboard above, is a timeless piece of kitchen furniture with large roomy drawers and a useful shelf underneath, for storing larger items that require regular and easy access.

Priced from £1,475.
Worktable only is priced from  £825.

The John Lewis of Hungerford Larder cupboard is available in a variety of sizes and paint options, with or without wire netting door-panels to display crockery and tableware. Priced from £1,895.
 
The stylish Dresser is offered as a two or three door unit and can be painted in the customer’s choice from 13 unique Artisan colours or from over 100 Fired Earth paints. Priced from £1,295.

Where space is at a premium the high quality Gallows Bracket Shelves provide additional wall storage for smaller items.

Visit the website to view the selection:

Web: http://www.john-lewis.co.uk
Tel:   (0700) 278 4726

Paul Hodgkiss Designs have been manufacturing unique quality furniture and interiors since 1986.

The quality of design and workmanship combined with the prominence of the natural features of beautiful wood, make a Paul Hodgkiss kitchen instantly recognisable.

The impressive kitchen pictured here is a fine example of his innovative designs.

Paul Hodgkiss kitchens are hand built from dramatically carved pieces of Scottish timber, which depict a preference for curves rather than straight lines and a celebration of the materials themselves as much as the finished object.

If an exciting designer crafted kitchen is on your wish list, Paul Hodgkiss offers you a choice from his established designs, or a bespoke kitchen tailored to your own ideas of art, function and practicality.

Paul is inspired by the natural beauty of wood - the organic shapes, curves and grain of the timber dictate his design; If there’s a knot or a hole in the timber he will find a way to incorporate it into his design.

Visit his website to view the gallery of his work.

Web: http://www.paulhodgkissdesigns.co.uk
Tel: (0141) 571 0207

The new Fired Earth Original Shaker range is based on the Shaker’s belief that if something works well, it will look good.

With beautiful lines and a clean simple design, this new kitchen range is crafted from the finest materials, and works well in contemporary as well as traditional spaces.

The freestyle kitchen furniture in this range enables a creative and practical approach to kitchen design. You can create a bespoke solution for your individual needs by choosing from the pieces in the range, which are carefully designed to work together in various configurations.

You can create a fitted look, or use the range to create stylish combinations of separate pieces.

web: http://www.firedearth.com
tel: (0845) 366 0400.

This is the Alpha range of Bespoke Kitchen Furniture from Clive Christian - and you can see why it’s already being called the “moonlight kitchen”.

The dramatic moonlight effect is created by bespoke blue LED lighting built in to the furniture - designed to be a permanent feature when daylight fades and electric light is too severe.

Alpha kitchen furniture is as luxurious as you would expect from Clive Christian, featuring walnut, platinum leaf marquetry, and recessed chrome handles throughout.

The large eccentric island unit is a particularly striking feature - raised off the floor with lighting underneath, it creates a dramatic “floating” effect. The hand carved corbelled legs with lion’s feet are finished in platinum leaf, and match the lion’s head marquetry on the end panels.

Clive Christian say that Alpha bespoke kitchen furniture was inspired by the decadent mood of Stanley Kubrick’s film Eyes Wide Shut. Love it or hate it, this ground-breaking new direction for Clive Christian certainly mirrors the dramatic visual impact of the film.

web: http://clive.com
tel: (01204) 702 200

The futuristic design of the Brilla Kitchen from Romanys is sure to update any kitchen. It has individually made kitchen units, with unique curved doors and specially designed curved chrome handles.

The doors are available in any colour from the RAL system, and 5 metallic finishes including black, lilac, red, and light blue. These coloured doors can be interspersed with frosted glass fronts to add individuality and interest to the design.

The design pictured here would start at around £15,000.

tel: (0208) 421 6757

SieMatic Modular is a range of kitchen furniture which is designed to grow with your requirements.

It can be expanded and modified over time, and you can even take it with you when you move!

Modular replaces fixed furniture with modules - allowing you to create a flexible scheme for cooking, eating and living.

The overall impact is a more relaxed room which maintains the advantages of a perfectly planned kitchen.

For more information about Siematic Modular Kitchen Furniture, or a list of stockists, telephone Siematic or go to their website.

web: http://www.siematic.co.uk
tel: (01438) 369251

Chalon, who have been making handmade kitchen furniture for more than 25 years, have launched a new range called Simply Chalon.

Simply Chalon is a range of handmade ash kitchen furniture designed to retain the quality and style that Chalon Original kitchen furniture is known for, while maximising space in a more compact kitchen.

Simply Chalon is made from ash and it’s available in a range of colours, so the furniture will suit a wide range of kitchens, either in a town or country setting.

“Simply Chalon is a fusion of traditional cabinet making and innovative styling,” says Stephen Carter, Managing Director of Chalon. “With this new range we continue to aspire to deliver simply the best handmade furniture available.”

Simply Chalon Kitchens from £25,000 - prices for your own made to order kitchen available on application.

web: http://www.chalon.com
tel: (01485) 254 600

Need a new fridge? Is your kitchen crying out for something a bit special? This magnificent Regency Cold Cupboard in Imperial Oak from Clive Christian could be just what you’re looking for.

Designed as an accent piece for the Regency Kitchen range, this cold cupboard conceals a central refrigeration unit behind its optional burr oak veneer and marquetry inlays. It even boasts hidden cupboards behind the main pilasters for extra storage.

This is perhaps the ultimate refrigerator, from one of the top names in bespoke kitchen design.

web: http://clive.com
tel: (01204) 702 200