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How wellbeing in kitchen design is now a priority for homeowners

Wellness in kitchens covers all aspects of the design from lighting, layout, intelligent storage and quiet appliances, to using natural materials and...
kitchens features

Mon 17th Feb 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

KBSA announces 2024 Designer Awards finalists

The KBSA has announced the finalists for the 2024 KBSA Designer Awards. The winners for each category will be chosen by the independent judging panel...
industry news

Mon 10th Jun 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

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

WRAS appoints Jamie Lynch as business development manager

The Water Regulation Approval Scheme (WRAS) has appointed Jamie Lynch as business development manager.   Jamie brings more than 12 years’ experience...
new hire people

Wed 20th Dec 2023

Richard Hibbert looks back on the 'best ever' KBSA Conference

The sell-out KBSA KBB Industry Conference surpassed all expectations, entertaining and educating delegates with a lively programme of relevant speaker...
insight features

Mon 16th Oct 2023

Ian Hughes of WRAS – Dual flush is improving, but there is more to do

Ian Hughes, approvals manager for the Water Regulations Approval Scheme (WRAS), reveals why manufacturers must do more to ensure dual flush WC designs...
insight features

Wed 6th Sep 2023

Richard Hibbert – Take time out to invest in your retail business

Richard Hibbert, national chair at the KBSA, explains how retailers can benefit from taking time out away from the showroom, to attend the KBB Industr...
insight features

Fri 7th Jul 2023

KBSA reveals full list of 2023 Designer Awards finalists

The KBSA has announced the finalists for the 2023 KBSA Designer Awards. The winners for each category will be chosen by the independent judging panel...
industry news

Mon 5th Jun 2023

Häfele UK reveals shortlist for 2023 Studio Partner Awards

Manufacturer and distributor Häfele UK has announced the finalists of its seventh annual Studio Partner Awards. Häfele’s Studio Partner programme is a...
kitchens news

Mon 29th May 2023

WRAS adds Hansgrohe, R-Tech and IMA Dresden to list of recognised labs

WRAS (Water Regulations Approval Scheme) has added Hansgrohe, R -Tech and IMA Dresden to its list of recognised testing laboratories.  R Tech and IMA...
bathrooms news

Mon 20th Feb 2023

Blum joins National Building Specification Source platform

Blum, the manufacturer of fittings for the kitchen and furniture industry, has joined the National Building Specification (NBS) Source platform, to be...
kitchens news

Mon 21st Nov 2022

WRAS survey highlights industry uncertainty over water compliance

New research has highlighted a lack of knowledge around who is legally responsible for ensuring installed plumbing products and appliances are complia...
industry news

Tue 16th Nov 2021

Our new UKAS accreditation proves customers can rely on us, says WRAS

The Water Regulations Approval Scheme (WRAS) has been accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS), which the scheme says will provid...
industry news

Fri 6th Aug 2021

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