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Life Trade's Paul Berryman – Is Shaker still the most popular kitchen style?

Is the classic Shaker kitchen still the nation’s favourite, or are customers beginning to look beyond this enduring design? Head of Life Trade, Paul...
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Thu 5th Mar 2026

13 of the key kitchen stands to visit at KBB Birmingham 2026

KBB Birmingham is set to take place at the NEC from 1st - 4th March 2026, showcasing the most exciting launches and innovations shaping kitchen desi...
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Wed 4th Feb 2026

Abode's David Boddy on the top 3 bathroom trends that will define 2026

Dave Boddy, product manager at sink and tap specialist Abode, identifies 3 top trends for the basin, bath and shower zone this year. 1. Off-whiteMove...
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Thu 8th Jan 2026

Life Trade's Paul Berryman on the top 4 kitchen trends of 2026

With a new year around the corner, Paul Berryman, head of Life Trade, identifies his key style directions that are set to define kitchens in 2026. Th...
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Fri 28th Nov 2025

How Sanctuary Bathrooms helped deliver a classic bathroom transformation

When interior design consultant Kristine Hall decided to renovate the bathroom in her 16th-Century Suffolk farmhouse, she turned to Sanctuary Bathroom...
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Wed 5th Nov 2025

Grohe presents 'carefully curated palette' GROHE Colours Collection

In order to help installers, showrooms and architcts offer solutions that reflect individual preferences in both function and form, Grohe has unveiled...
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Tue 14th Oct 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...
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Wed 8th Oct 2025

Franke introduces new Mythos Masterpiece wall-mounted hood

Franke has unveiled the new Mythos Masterpiece – a wall mounted 80cm hood that offers an elegant industrial style extractor, combining a tactile Matt...
kitchens products

Mon 6th Oct 2025

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Standing With Retailers: Stability, Value and Sustainability in Uncertain Times

Whilst many suppliers to the KBB sector continue to raise prices and pass on rising costs, Edward Smith, Managing Director of Caesarstone UK and Irela...
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Mon 8th Sep 2025

RAK Ceramics extends Concrete Collection with new range

RAK Ceramics has extended the design possibilities of its Concrete Collection of wall and floor tiles even further following the launch of Opificio, a...
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Tue 26th Aug 2025

Hendel & Hendel introduces new Hoxa Collection for KBB projects

British hardware specialist Hendel & Hendel has expanded its portfolio with the launch of the Hoxa Collection – a knurled, linear handle range designe...
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Mon 4th Aug 2025

Rotpunkt launches new light-coloured wood-effect laminate

German Kitchen furniture manufacturer Rotpunkt is capturing the rising trend for light wood kitchens with the launch of Loft Nordic Oak, a light-colou...
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Thu 31st Jul 2025

Rotpunkt launches Industrial Style K25 Fluted Glass unit

German kitchen manufacturer Rotpunkt has announced the launch of its brand-new Industrial Style K25 Fluted Glass unit with 25mm black metal frame. Di...
kitchens products

Wed 9th Jul 2025

Joe Simpson talks surface design highlights at InstallerSHOW 2025

Attracting interest from retailers, distributors, installers, self-builders, KBB specialists, and design influencers, Surface Area at last month's Ins...
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Fri 4th Jul 2025

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Design meets functionality with CRL Stone’s versatile Cristallo collection

From bold, beautiful designs that bring a touch of drama to the kitchen to chic, understated surfaces that lead the quiet luxury trend, CRL Stone’s Cr...
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Thu 12th Jun 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...
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Wed 11th Jun 2025

hib. introduces new statement mirrors to collection

Bathroom specialist hib. says it is embracing individual style and personal expression to transform the bathroom into a space of reflection with its l...
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Wed 4th Jun 2025

The Shower Lab introduces Brushed Gunmetal to collection

The Shower Lab has enhanced its Colour Finishes Collection with the addition of Brushed Gunmetal Grey, offering bathroom designers a dark metallic gre...
bathrooms products

Wed 28th May 2025

KBBG announces six new supplier partnerships this spring

The Kitchen Bathroom Buying Group (KBBG), part of DER KREIS, has reported a strong start to Q2, bringing 6 new suppliers on board, significantly incre...
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Tue 13th May 2025

hib. builds on trend-led design approach with fresh Spring launch

Following the reveal of its new seasonal Edits earlier this year, bathroom brand hib. is launching a selection of new products that bring its design v...
bathrooms products

Fri 25th Apr 2025

RAK Ceramics to present latest tile ranges at Clerkenwell Design Week

Bathroom and tile manufacturer RAK Ceramics has announced that it will be taking part in Clerkenwell Design Week again in 2025, where it will unveil i...
bathrooms news

Wed 2nd Apr 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

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Industrial-luxe with CRL Stone’s Cristallo Perla

Take the trend for industrial-inspired design to new heights with Cristallo Perla, a stunning new addition to CRL Stone’s Quartz Collection. Offering...
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Thu 13th Feb 2025

Jasmine Rowe presents the key findings of HiB's latest Trends Guide

HiB’s latest Trends Guide offers a glimpse into the year ahead, highlighting the themes and influences that will shape our spaces – product manager Ja...
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Fri 31st Jan 2025

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