Issue #29.2 - July 2022

Kitchens & Bathrooms Quarterly

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The Next Generation In Bathrooms And Kitchens
The Navi bathroom and kitchen showroom off ers the beauty of European and Australian design, coupled with a team backed by over 70 years of plumbing know-how. Our team has curated a selection of products to surprise and delight our clients, bringing
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From The Editor
In each edition of Kitchens & Bathrooms Quarterly, we bring you a host of design ideas, product offerings and project profiles to inspire and delight — and we’re pleased to have done it again! Going through the process of building or renovating a kit
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What We Love
For those who want to celebrate the art of cooking and really make a statement rather than tuck their appliances away, luxury ranges that sit at the heart of the kitchen are a must-have. To truly take your cooking to the next level, why not specifyin
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Editor Nicole Mulloy Deputy Editor Swagata Sen Sub-editor Michelle Segal Designer Nanako Tanaka Advertising Art Director Martha Rubazewicz Advertising Production Ivan Fitzgerald Contributors Aleczander Gamboa, Adriana Thani, Catherine Falalis, Carrol
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Eyes On the Prize
CATEGORY Best Kitchen Design WINNER Paiano Design with Jenna Karrer Design (NSW) THE VISION This charismatic kitchen, nestled in the leafy suburb of Alfords Point, NSW, boasts creativity and flair. With an open-plan and eastern aspect, this space bas
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Titans Of the Industry
The ACFA National Industry Awards recognise and promote the exceptional work and craftmanship in the cabinet and furniture industry. Hosted by the Australian Cabinet and Furniture Association (ACFA), the awards provided the chance to recognise the ou
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Kitchen Designer of The Year
A stunning line-up of kitchens vied for state and national titles in the KBDi Designer Awards in 2021, with the category proudly sponsored by Multitap by InSinkErator. In this feature, we’re introducing the member who took out the coveted title of KB
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Creating Your dream Kitchen
Giving your kitchen a makeover? Here’s what you need to know, from the experts Kitchens are now a focal point in every home. What once began as a place to simply cook food has now evolved into an area where meal preparation, drinking, cooking, and ev
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On The surface Of It
When it comes to the kitchen, benchtops are king. From meal preparation to entertaining guests, your kitchen benchtop will certainly go through a lot during its lifetime. As such, it’s paramount you choose the right material to suit your needs and li
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The Beauty Of The Brew Bar
Whether you fancy a latte, a long black or a creamy cappuccino, many would agree that indulging in that first sip, first thing in the morning is one of life’s simple pleasures. It’s a small moment to be enjoyed before the hustle and bustle of the day
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Channel That Energy
It’s amazing to see more homes that look good while still being kind to our shared planet, but which are the best items to put on your wish list? Discover the energy-efficient appliances and accessories that will help your next kitchen or bathroom re
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Style Meets Function
Based on a coastal aesthetic, this practical and modern kitchen belonging to television host Allison Langdon boasts a crisp white colour palette alongside dramatic stone accents for a bold yet welcoming style. The design by Kinsman Kitchens focused o
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Timeless In timber
A unique collaboration between Winter Architecture and Field Office Architecture has resulted in this contemporary timber kitchen that melds form and simplicity. A modern interpretation of a Victorian home, the kitchen design celebrates old and new,
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Light and Bright
Inspired by the classic Shaker style, the mix of clean lines and light colours adds a contemporary feel to this designer kitchen by Smith & Smith Kitchens. The custom canopy and recessed cabinets in textured green accentuate the smooth transition to
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Lovely In white
The owners of this abode needed a new kitchen that was to be relocated from their upstairs quarters to the lower level of the home. The new kitchen needed to work with the existing exposed brick and all the natural colours and textures of its surroun
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Modern Shaker Storage
Clever storage solutions take front and centre in this contemporary Shaker-style kitchen by Rosemount Kitchens. The previous kitchen was u-shaped and had restricted movement. It also had a ‘90s colour palette of beige and lilac and a dated feel. The
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Light And dark
This bright and welcoming kitchen is big on style. The previous kitchen was inadequate for a growing family, so the brief from the owners was “something that is practical, streamlined and looks fantastic!” Smith & Smith Kitchens put on their thinking
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Wonderland in White
The owners of this majestic abode were looking to upgrade their kitchen, moving from a standard off-the-shelf-style aesthetic to something that would better reflect the beauty of their home and improve its functionality for the family. To meet the cl
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All White Affair
Cracked stone benchtops, an incomplete paint job from years ago and insufficient storage prompted the owners of this Hawthorn East apartment to seek a total kitchen makeover. Keeping the bones of the space intact, the team at Summit Kitchens upgraded
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Earthly delights
Part of a unique building collaboration, this stunning kitchen by Kitchens by CJ is the showpiece of the Rathmines Project. A community collaboration project developed by BuilderHer8, the Rathmines Project is a significant example of what can be achi
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Simple And clean Design
Although we see many unique and creative kitchen styles in this magazine, sometimes you just can’t beat the classics. The team at Whisk Kitchens have redesigned this once outdated space to create a brighter area that invites serenity and happiness. P
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Modern minimalism
This modern kitchen and pantry were designed with precise detail as part of a new build. Both the kitchen and pantry highlight all of the integrated appliances, and finger pulls on the fronts allow for a modern, minimalist aesthetic. The timber shado
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Beachside with Belling
Imagine waking up each morning, putting on your robe and slippers, meandering your way into the kitchen as you rub your weary eyes and catching a glimpse of the ocean views from the kitchen sink. This serene wake-up call is exactly what the homeowner
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A Family Kitchen With class
This distinctive kitchen came about because of a young family’s desire to create a fresh and workable space that injects a sense of joy into the everyday. Making the most of the available space to maximise flexibility and functionality was paramount
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WELCOMING & WARM
The expansive size of this newly renovated kitchen makes a luxurious statement in this beach-side home. The double-galley style and large island bench make this space an entertainer’s dream. The previous kitchen was dated in a timber-look laminate an
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That Sense Of space
A dream in white, this modern shaker-style kitchen is a far cry from what it looked like prereno. The old kitchen looked dated and had limited and awkward access to the pantry area. The brief for Premier Kitchens was clear: make it entertainment read
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Light wonder
This light and bright kitchen is the manifestation of a family’s design aspirations, complete with island bar seating, bespoke built-in pantry, wine fridge and illuminated cabinetry. At three times the size of the previous kitchen area, walls were kn
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Modern Elegance For The everyday Foodie
Transforming a dated, cramped and poorly designed kitchen into a light and bright space with maximised storage, increased counter space and chef’s appliances was no mean feat for the team at Designline Kitchens & Bathrooms. The owners of this formerl
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Splendid scandi
To design and build a kitchen with wow factor is no easy feat, but the Danish-born Gamborg brothers from DK Design Kitchens are no strangers to creating a kitchen zone that is at one with an entire living environment. Scandinavian design is what they
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Modern comforts
This industrial-inspired design by ThinkDzine features generous storage and luxe materials for a dramatic yet modern kitchen. Pre-renovation, the kitchen and dining area had a beige, ‘80s style appearance with a closed-in feel due to the awkward posi
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Retro chic
This house, designed by Di Henshall, was inspired by her love of Palm Springs — sunny, clean and streamlined with a nod to the rat pack era of the 1960s. The colours in the kitchen reflect the greenery of the surrounding landscape. The homeowners wer
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Naturally beautiful
This timeless offering by Kitchen Crew is an enchanting room that is a delight to spend time in. Each element has been thoughtfully composed and constructed to create a beautiful workspace. The two-pack Shaker-style cabinetry in Dulux Juvenile at the
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Industrial chic
This chic and functional kitchen proves you can achieve elegant design and flawless finishes even if you’re on a budget. The brief was for a clean, modern kitchen featuring dark tones, some wood detailing and a semi-industrial aesthetic. The inexpens
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Clean living
This is a modern stylish laundry that offers the perfect workspace to take care of the family’s needs. The Polytec Natural Oak Matt benchtop adds a warm timber element to the space, while the Polytec Nouveau Grey Matt cabinet doors complement the oak
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A Light-filled, Scandi-chic Laundry
Transforming a dark, tired Queenslander into a light-filled, modern sanctuary was the name of the game for this extensive renovation project. In keeping with the wider aesthetic framework, the laundry was designed in the same Scandi style, pale neutr
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Fresh Bathroom oasis
This bold and playful room mixes Scandinavian sensibility with a tropical touch for a contemporary on-trend bathroom. The vibrant aesthetic was part of the renovation design by Yeomans BC to keep the integrity of the room while working with its origi
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Breathtaking Bathroom extravaganza
Renovating five full bathrooms and a powder room on the same property at the same time is both a dream and a nightmare. It provides the opportunity to redesign totally, but a complete makeover also presents significant logistical challenges. Taking o
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Simply elegant
The white and gold colour scheme in this luxurious bathroom creates a feeling of opulence and comfort. The homeowners wanted a space that was simple and timeless, as well as beautiful and modern. The resulting bathroom by Crystal Bathrooms is in a cl
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Rustic elegance
Natural wood and modern finishes define this contemporary bathroom, adding warmth to the cool minimalist style. A feature wall with white satin tiles draws the eye and offers a stunning counterpoint to the stone-grey colour palette. Japan Ceramics ti
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Resort-style Bathing With A Roman Twist
Modernising existing features can go either way. It can bring them to life or completely drown them. Luckily, in this case, the kitsch ‘90s Roman features, which are repeated throughout the home, were preserved and lend a unique and unexpected elemen
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A Taste Of italy At Home
Famed for producing quality stainless-steel sinks and appliances, Barazza is a name synonymous with high performance and advanced design. Based in Santa Lucia di Piave near Treviso in northern Italy, Barazza has more than 50 years’ experience in prod
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An Industry Icon
With more than 50 years’ experience in rangehood design, Qasair is an industry leader in design and innovation. It can deliver a luxurious rangehood to match your custom kitchen, one that will make a stunning design statement. Rangehoods can be ceili
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The Finishing touch
There’s a lot to love about the Heritage Series from Bertazzoni. This elegantly classic range is known for its cocktail of past-meets-present style backed up by a quality interior and advanced engineering. It seems only fitting that enamel is one of
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One Tap To Rule them All
If you’re looking for a tap that does it all, look no further than the InSinkErator Multitap 3N1. Designed and manufactured in Italy, this stylish tap offers ultimate convenience and simplicity in the kitchen. While it’s able to provide regular hot a
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The Gareth Ashton Poco K Tapware Collection
New to Abey Australia, the Gareth Ashton Poco K Bathroom Tapware Collection combines sleek simplicity with timeless elegance. This collection is available as a complete bathroom package, allowing a consistency to your design and seamless flow with th
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Flair And innovation
IXL is a reliable and trusted brand that continues to forge ahead as a pioneering market leader in lighting and bathroom products. IXL’s Tastic Ovation 3-in-1 bathroom heater, fan and light has been recognised as an ABA100 winner for Product Innovati
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European Design For The Australian Lifestyle
Häfele lifestyle appliances represent the very highest-quality kitchen solutions available on the market. A German company with almost 100 years’ experience, Häfele offers state-of-the-art, innovative appliances designed to ignite the senses and insp
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4-in-1 Australian innovation
The Ventair Sahara 4-in-1 bathroom unit is a high-performing, unique fixture offering the very best in comfort and innovation. As the only 4-in-1 bathroom unit on the Australian market, the Sahara offers an integrated fan, heat, LED light and exhaust
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Minimalist mixers
Specially designed to meet the needs of any household, Phoenix Tapware has expanded its Designer Sink Mixers collection to include four new products: Ester, Deja, Erlen and Linq. Seamlessly fusing geometric design with a delicately curved lever, the
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Q&A: THE STONE-COLD TRUTH
Nathan Karpenko, owner and managing director of CAV’ART Designer Stone, is an expert in quality natural stone and porcelain. With more than 15 years of experience, he shares some professional advice on the beauty and benefits of natural stone. Kitche
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STYLE, PERFORMANCE & FUNCTION
With its many innovative features, the ILVE Professional PLUS built-in range makes baking a breeze. The cutting-edge 4.3in touch control display with intuitive and vibrant graphics allows for smooth operation. Everyone in the family will be lining up
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Vintage luxe
Operating since 1972, Cass Brothers is one of Sydney’s longest-serving bathroom companies, renowned for its exceptional customer service and unique product collections. For those looking to add a pop of colour in their bathroom, these Foster vintage-
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Master showroom
Hardware & General first opened as a corner hardware store in 1960, and has expanded along Winbourne Road, Harbord Road and Pittwater Road into 20 specialist sales centres in Brookvale. The company’s renovated and redesigned bathroom showroom and adj
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On-trend drainage Solutions
Stormtech has been providing inspiring architectural drainage solutions to architects and designers for the last 30 years. Used in bathrooms, showers, thresholds, paved areas, driveways, pools and pool surrounds, Stormtech grates and drains are known
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Storage solved
Nover, a well-respected family owned and operated business, is one of the largest suppliers of decorative panels and functional hardware for kitchens in Australia. The company has been around since 1954 and continues to evolve and develop cutting-edg
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Stylish Functionality
Choosing the right cabinet application for your kitchen, bathroom or living area can transform functionality around the home. Products such as Blum’s AVENTOS lift systems not only provide increased functionality, but also give homeowners and renovato
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Flush And flexible
The next generation of cabinet and furniture lighting is here with Domus Line’s flexible LED lighting strips that offer Italian design sensibilities along with unparalleled usability and streamlined functionality. The Flexyled AT6 and SEH4 silicone l
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Going To Great Lengths
Choosing the right handles might seem trivial in the planning stages of a project, but the long and short of it is that the right finishing touches can enhance and elevate any kitchen or bathroom makeover. Momo Handles offer a number of collections w
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Home Spa Days
Australian-owned bathroomware brand Decina has been manufacturing and supplying baths and spa baths since 1989. With more than three decades of experience, the company’s design and manufacturing teams are experts when it comes to acrylic bath and spa
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The Final flourish
In the same way that jewellery completes an outfit, well-chosen sinks and tapware act as the final flourish, completing any kitchen, bathroom or laundry remodel, renovation or new build. Carefully selecting a sink and tapware that complement each oth

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