Mix of ingredients
Future trends for kitchen design were clearly illustrated at this year’s
Eurocucina International Kitchen Furniture Exhibition – kitchens take on a
more organic look, with layered surfaces in woodgrain, stone and glass
Back to nature, with a modern twist.
That was a key theme to emerge at the
2014 Eurocucina International Kitchen
Furniture Exhibition in Milan.
The move towards a more organic look
was almost unanimous, with kitchens
mixing materials in neutral palettes, with
the occasional pop of colour.
Mid-tone timber finishes juxtaposed
with pure white cabinetry created a fresh,
open feel. This also provided a canvas that
could be easily customised using appliances, tiles and decorative elements, such
42
as pendant lighting. Exposed brick, raw
concrete and subway tiles were all used to
bring a little industrial richness to otherwise sleek cooking and entertaining areas.
These trends all highlight the need
for appliances to offer more than a cookie
cutter approach to styling.
Brands such as Smeg stood out for their
pure approach to design. Partnering with
some of the world’s leading architects and
designers has meant Smeg has a history
of producing appliances that are not only
efficient, but also offer distinctly different
search | save | share at trendsideas.com
aesthetics – an essential ingredient to
att aining a customised kitchen design.
Smeg Classic underbench ovens and
the matching compact ovens and cooktops
all work well with white lacquer, timber
and subways tiles. The kitchen shown
above, by the Melbourne-based Molecule
architectural practice, is a perfect example,
says Molecule director Richard Fleming.
“The clean lines of the Smeg oven
and cooktop were a perfect match for the
minimalist, utilitarian-inspired kitchen
aesthetic. Our client has a passion for