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KBBG welcomes Bellagio Marble Ideas as a new supplier

The Kitchen and Bathroom Buying Group (KBBG), which is part of DER KREIS, has added stone surface fabrication company, Bellagio Marble Ideas, to its p...
kitchens news

Mon 23rd Feb 2026

Harvey Jones reopens Guildford showroom following refurbishment

Handcrafted kitchens specialist Harvey Jones has reopened its newly refurbished Guildford showroom. The company says this marks another milestone in H...
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Wed 7th Jan 2026

Harvey Jones opens Cambridge showroom after extensive refurbishment

Hand-crafted kitchens specialist Harvey Jones has officially re-opened the doors of its Cambridge showroom following an extensive refurbishment. Locat...
kitchens news

Wed 10th Dec 2025

Harvey Jones unveils revamped and expanded Edinburgh showroom

Luxury kitchen designer Harvey Jones has opened the doors to its newly refurbed Edinburgh showroom.  The company says the transformation marks a sign...
kitchens news

Wed 19th Nov 2025

Shortlists announced for the KBBFocus Awards & Celebration 2025!

The shortlists for the KBBFocus Awards 2025 have been announced, with the winners set to be revealed on 4th December 2025 at an awards celebration lun...
industry news

Wed 8th Oct 2025

Laminam UK MD Gavin Shaw announces departure from brand

Gavin Shaw has announced that his time as managing director of Laminam UK has come to an end.  Shaw joined the company as MD in 2023 and is credited...
kitchens news

Wed 17th Sep 2025

Why top designers are turning to porcelain for contemporary surface solutions

As a surface for application in kitchens and bathrooms, porcelain has been rapidly gaining popularity and is starting to muscle in on quartz’s share o...
insight features

Thu 11th Sep 2025

Laminam UK reinforces commitment to sustainable innovation

Large-format porcelain surfaces specialist Laminam has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, which highlights significant achievements in environme...
kitchens news

Fri 22nd Aug 2025

Kitchen focus – Is it ever worth cutting corners when it comes to worktops?

As tempting as it may be to trim a project's budget by cutting work surface costs, the results can be seriously counterproductive – Clare Howcutt-Kell...
insight features

Tue 19th Aug 2025

Laminam adds four new marble-inspired porcelain surfaces to I Naturali Collection

Porcelain surface manufacturer Laminam has added 4 new marble-inspired designs to its flagship I Naturali collection. Joining the range are Calacatta...
kitchens products

Thu 17th Jul 2025

Design focus – A round-up of the latest surfaces made using recycled content

Materials expert Clare Howcutt-Kelly presents her pick of the best sustainable surfaces featuring recycled content on the market. The sustainability...
insight features

Wed 11th Jun 2025

Westin launches BBQ Pro Hood for outdoor kitchens

Westin Cooker Hoods has announced the launch of the BBQ Pro Hood, a new addition to its standard product lineup, specifically engineered for covered,...
kitchens products

Thu 5th Jun 2025

Interview: Gavin Shaw on Laminam’s UK journey and what comes next

Laminam UK MD Gavin Shaw has been on a mission – to put the quality Italian porcelain brand firmly on the kitchen industry map. Two years in, he talks...
interview features

Thu 29th May 2025

Porcelain is now first choice for outdoor kitchens, says Laminam MD

What was once a luxury reserved for warmer climates, outdoor kitchens and bars have become a sought-after feature in UK gardens, and porcelain has bec...
kitchens news

Tue 15th Apr 2025

Hazel Blake joins Laminam as area manager for South East England

Italian manufacturer of large-format porcelain surfaces Laminam has announced the appointment of Hazel Blake as area manager for the South East of Eng...
new hire people

Fri 11th Apr 2025

Kitchen focus – 3 key splashback trends you need to know about now

From bold designs to inviting textures to easy maintenance, the kitchen splashback is playing an increasingly important part in kitchen design. Gail R...
kitchens features

Mon 31st Mar 2025

Why striking worktops are a must-have for design-savvy consumers

Statement surfaces with high-contrast patterns and strong veining are proving to be enduringly popular with homeowners looking for distinctive style –...
kitchens features

Wed 12th Mar 2025

Laminam acquires majority holding in LAMINAM Japan

Laminam, the Italian specialist in large ceramic slabs, has announced its acquisition of the majority stake in LAMINAM Japan. Laminam said that in vie...
industry news

Tue 4th Feb 2025

Laminam takes a controlling stake in Spanish distributor Iberstone

Laminam, the Italian specialist in large ceramic slabs, has strengthened its position in the Spanish market by purchasing a controlling stake in distr...
industry news

Wed 15th Jan 2025

Shortlists announced for KBBFocus Awards & Celebration 2024!

The shortlists for the KBBFocus Awards 2024 have been announced, with the winners set to be revealed on 5th December 2024 at an awards celebration lun...
industry news

Wed 9th Oct 2024

Laminam launches Slate into its 2mm-thick collection at Cersaie 2024

Laminam, the Italian porcelain surface manufacturer, has unveiled its newest 2mm-thick collection at Cersaie 2024. Slate joins the twO by Laminam bran...
surfaces products

Wed 2nd Oct 2024

Why porcelain kitchen worktops are an increasingly popular choice

Porcelain worktops are durable, offer beautiful and authentic looking designs thanks to advances in printing and firing techniques, and have impressiv...
kitchens features

Tue 7th May 2024

Laminam unveils 3 new porcelain surfaces for its I Naturali Collection

Laminam has announced the introduction of 3 new surfaces to its bestselling I Naturali collection: Calacatta Mediceo; Patagonia (pictured); and Fusion...
kitchens products

Tue 27th Feb 2024

Laminam UK announces appointment of new senior area manager

Laminam UK, the Italian porcelain manufacturer, has announced the appointment of Sam Penny as senior area manager for London and the home counties, ma...
new hire people

Wed 7th Feb 2024

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