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Dishwasher eco modes: A key selling point for energy-conscious buyers

Dishwashers' eco cycles, even used just once or twice a week, can save more water and energy than homeowners realise – Sally Smith looks at the sustai...
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Mon 15th Sep 2025

How consumers are seeking out built-in ovens with air-fryer functionality

Built-in ovens with integrated air fryer programmes and air fry trays are the ideal alternative to offer clients replacing the ‘must have’ countertop...
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Tue 5th Aug 2025

KBB Birmingham 2026 Innovation Awards are now open for entry

KBB Birmingham, Europe’s largest biennial kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms event, has announced that entries are now open for the 2026 Innovation Awar...
industry news

Wed 23rd Jul 2025

Middleby Residential UK strengthens sales team with strategic restructuring

Middleby Residential UK has reshaped its sales organisation to deliver a simpler customer journey across its renowned portfolio and underpin ambitious...
kitchens news

Tue 22nd Jul 2025

Interview: Halcyon's Graham Robinson on 20 years in high-end kitchen retail

As he celebrates 20 years with Halcyon Interiors, design manager Graham Robinson talks to Amelia Thorpe about what creates success at the top end of t...
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Thu 5th Jun 2025

Wilsonart appoints new product lead and product manager

Manufacturer and distributor of laminate surfaces, Wilsonart UK, has announced 2 significant appointments as part of its strategy to prioritise consum...
new hire people

Thu 6th Feb 2025

B&Q to buy five Homebase stores in the UK

B&Q has announced that it has reached agreement to acquire 5 leasehold stores in the UK, currently trading as Homebase, for a total purchase price of...
industry news

Tue 7th Jan 2025

B&Q is set to acquire three Homebase stores

B&Q Ireland has announced that it has reached agreements to acquire 3 leasehold stores, currently trading as Homebase, in the Republic of Ireland for...
industry news

Thu 2nd Jan 2025

Harvey Jones set to open central flagship showroom at Heal’s

Harvey Jones has announced the opening of a new flagship showroom at furniture and homewares store Heal’s on London’s Tottenham Court Road. The specia...
kitchens news

Fri 1st Nov 2024

KBSA announces the full list of its 2024 Designer Awards

The winners of the 2024 KBSA Designer Awards were announced on 9th October at the Awards Dinner, which followed the annual KBSA KBB Industry Conferenc...
industry news

Fri 18th Oct 2024

Interview: MHK UK's David Morris – Why we are stronger together

David Morris, sales director at MHK UK, talks to Nicola Hanley about how the buying group adds value to its members’ businesses. When MHK, the Europe...
interview features

Thu 5th Sep 2024

David Fisher on designing the new additions to Rangemaster's portfolio

As Rangemaster prepares to launch 2 new range cooker families for the first time in 5 years, chief creative advisor David Fisher reveals the inspirati...
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Fri 19th Jul 2024

Winners of KBB Birmingham Innovation Awards 2024 announced at show

The fourth and final day of KBB Birmingham (6th March) saw the much-anticipated winners of the 2024 Innovation Awards, supported by Blum, announced. T...
industry news

Fri 15th Mar 2024

Fisher & Paykel opens Experience Centre in London’s design quarter

Luxury appliance brand Fisher & Paykel has officially opened the doors to its highly anticipated, immersive Experience Centre at 98 Wigmore Street, Lo...
kitchens news

Mon 4th Mar 2024

Interview: ASKO UK’s Michael Hardwick – We’re on a drive of momentum

As ASKO UK prepares to make its mark at KBB Birmingham 2024, Nicola Hanley talks to business director Michael Hardwick about why the trade show is suc...
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Thu 29th Feb 2024

How Inglis Hall created a cool, modern kitchen for an Edwardian home

Toby Hall, founder of Lewes-based kitchen makers Inglis Hall, reveals the design process behind a contemporary kitchen scheme for a busy family home,...
kitchens features

Tue 13th Feb 2024

KBB Birmingham 2024 Innovation Awards Shortlist announced

The Innovation Awards Shortlist has been announced by KBB Birmingham, Europe's largest biennial kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms event. With the show...
industry news

Wed 24th Jan 2024

Fisher & Paykel to fully open London Experience Centre in 2024

New Zealand appliance brand, Fisher & Paykel, has announced it will officially open the doors to its highly anticipated, immersive experience centre a...
kitchens news

Tue 2nd Jan 2024

KBB Birmingham shares exhibitor highlights to look forward to in 2024

Returning to the NEC Birmingham from 3rd - 6th March 2024 is the UK’s largest dedicated kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms exhibition – kbb Birmingham....
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Wed 20th Dec 2023

All the range – How consumers are embracing statement range cookers

Technology-rich range cookers with stunning good looks are increasingly sought-after – Nicola Hanley looks at the latest launches and gets the low-dow...
kitchens features

Mon 18th Dec 2023

ASKO UK announces new key account manager to support growth plans

Scandinavian appliance brand, ASKO, has appointed Ben Day as the new key account manager with a focus on kitchen retail. In the pivotal role, Ben will...
new hire people

Tue 12th Dec 2023

KBB Birmingham reveals findings of latest industry research

KBB Birmingham has revealed the findings from its latest industry research, based on a survey that polled the opinions of industry professionals, incl...
industry news

Mon 4th Dec 2023

Tom Reynolds – Water: From liquid asset to political flashpoint

Tom Reynolds, chief executive of the Bathroom Manufacturers Association, argues that with an upcoming general election, we're going to see water high...
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Tue 10th Oct 2023

Shortlists announced for KBBFocus Awards & Celebration 2023!

The shortlists for the KBBFocus Awards 2023 have been announced, with the winners set to be revealed on 30th November 2023 at an awards celebration lu...
industry news

Mon 2nd Oct 2023

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