kitchen
Articles
Putting fusion on the architectural menu
Just as Australian cuisine serves up a rich infusion of global flavours, architectural design for contemporary kitchens can dip into a myriad of aesthetics and influences.
Products
Standout furniture launches from Milan Design Week 2026
From indoor-outdoor furniture systems and archival reissues to experimental lighting, circular materials and collectible surfaces, these launches captured Milan Design Week’s broader conversation around comfort, craft, longevity and atmosphere.
Project
Mim Design’s modernist interiors echo the coast
At Loller Street Apartments on Bunurong country, Mim Design’s interiors fuse with Telha Clarke’s modernist architecture, all while taking coastal cues from the bayside setting.
Project
Pod hopping
Nestled in the heart of Chandigarh, TuBu is a burger joint that understands its clientele and the city it lives in.
Workplace
Designing your very own studio calls for only the highest standards
Hammond Studio has completed its own workplace in Sydney, placing great emphasis on collaborative technology, light and of course high-quality detailing.
Articles
Craftsmanship meets calm with Gaggenau at Woollahra Village House
In a tightly held heritage pocket of Woollahra, a reworked Neo-Georgian house reveals the power of restraint. Designed by Tobias Partners, this compact home demonstrates how a reduced material palette, thoughtful appliance selection and enduring craftsmanship can create a space designed for generations to come.
Project
Norte rejects coastal cliché to win Best Restaurant Design
J.AR OFFICE’s Norté in Mermaid Beach wins Best Restaurant Design 2025 for its moody, modernist take on coastal dining.
Articles
Chef Wu Si Han Finds New Culinary Expression at Home With Gaggenau
Now cooking and entertaining from his minimalist home kitchen designed around Gaggenau’s refined performance, Chef Wu brings professional craft into a calm and well-composed setting.
Articles
Performance with poise: Gaggenau’s Essential Induction Cooktop
For those who appreciate form as much as function, Gaggenau’s latest induction innovation delivers sculpted precision and effortless flexibility, disappearing seamlessly into the surface when not in use.
Project
Epula by Luchetti Krelle: A feast for the senses in Sydney’s GPO building
Luchetti Krelle’s timeless design at Epula marries heritage grandeur with classic sophistication, celebrating the spirit of a European piazza whilst remaining unmistakably of its place.
Articles
Liberating efficiency, effortless cooking: Bosch’s Series 8 Ovens
With its new Series 8 Ovens, Bosch leverages the intuitive appeal of quiet efficiency to address the most pressing challenge of a modern home chef: making healthy cooking not only delicious but quick, effortless and inspired.
Articles
Sculptural camouflage: Tangram’s disappearing architecture
With the new Tangram collection for Cesar, García Cumini introduces a timeless system of delightfully winding volumes, artfully concealed functionality and sculptural compositions that move beyond rigid angularity to redefine the social heart of the home with intuitive flow.
Workplace
Foolscap Studio’s (Roman) Forum
In Cremorne, Foolscap Studio has completed Forum – a co-working space that finds inspiration in some Classical archetypes.
Events
Perth origins: Artedomus’ new showroom is open
Artedomus has opened a new showroom in Perth, marking a return to the city where the company was founded in 1982.
Articles
Celebrating the best in kitchen design
The Sub-Zero and Wolf Kitchen Design Contest is officially open. And the long-running competition offers Australian architects, designers and builders the chance to gain global recognition for the most technically resolved, performance-led kitchen projects.
Products
Powerful presence, silent service: Gaggenau’s Dishwasher 400 Series
In design, the concept of absence is particularly powerful – it’s the abundant potential of deliberate non-presence that amplifies the impact of what is. And it is this realm of sophisticated subtraction that Gaggenau’s Dishwasher 400 Series so generously – and quietly – occupies.
People
Cooking from the heart, designing with precision: Chef James Won and Gaggenau’s culinary partnership
To honour Chef James Won’s appointment as Gaggenau’s first Malaysian Culinary Partner, we asked the gastronomic luminaire about parallels between Gaggenau’s ethos and his own practice, his multidimensional vision of Modern Malaysian – and how his early experiences of KFC’s accessible, bold flavours influenced his concept of fine dining.
Project
The bakery that Singapore kneaded
The design narrative by Hot Design Folks takes cues from the tactile process of baking, with each feature curated to improve the sensory experience.
News
V-ZUG’s earthy, sumptuous Melbourne studio
V-ZUG opens its latest studio in Melbourne with a beautiful and locally specific space that has the wow factor in spades.
Project
La dolce vita finds a home at Cucina Regina
Tom Mark Henry deftly meld the grandeur of historic palazzos with contemporary whimsy at this Italian ristorante.
Project
Efficiency and patience are the key design ingredients for this delicious bakery
The art of baking is the star of the show at Baker D. Chirico, Brisbane, and it’s not the first time March Studio has partnered with the renowned bakery.
Project
Perfect simplicity on show
Homing in on the experiential, HAS design and research has once again conceived a retail space that transports the customer to another, more wonderful, ethereal world.
Products
Small spaces, big flavours: Gaggenau’s culinary drawer enriches compact living
Within the intimate confines of compact living, where space is at a premium, efficiency is critical and dining out often trumps home cooking, Gaggenau’s 400 Series Culinary Drawer proves that limited space can, in fact, unlock unlimited culinary possibilities.
Articles
BLANCOCULINA-S II Sensor brings touchless precision to the kitchen
BLANCOCULINA-S II Sensor promotes water efficiency and reduces waste, representing a leap forward in faucet technology.
Workplace
French Blue, steel and stone: Functional office beauty by Those Architects
Resonant colour, rich materiality and thoughtful spatial planning create a highly functional and beautiful office for BresicWhitney in Mosman, Sydney.
Articles
The uncharted plate: Ivan Brehm’s pursuit of crossroads cooking with Gaggenau and human connection.
In this candid interview, the culinary mastermind behind Singapore’s Nouri and Appetite talks about food as an act of human connection that transcends borders and accolades, the crucial role of technology in preserving its unifying power, and finding a kindred spirit in Gaggenau’s reverence for tradition and relentless pursuit of innovation.
Articles
The best of both worlds: Meet the Dual Fuel and Induction Ranges by Wolf
Wolf is a brand synonymous with professional kitchen expertise – and that same calibre of design and performance is available to interior designers looking to create truly exceptional kitchens.
Articles
Convenience, connection, creativity: Bosch’s AI-powered Series 8 Ovens herald a new era of cooking
Bosch is ushering in a new era of culinary innovation with its AI-powered Series 8 Ovens. Here, Bosch’s Head of Product Design shares how they’re transforming the kitchen experience.
Products
Just how smart can appliances be? These new releases from Siemens up the ante
With the integration of digital interfaces and AI technology, Siemens is focused on the future of cooking – the outcome means personalised, seamless cooking experiences.
Events
Sitting down for dinner with Peter Goetz at Gaggenau Sydney
Gaggenau’s Managing Director was recently in Australia, where we had the pleasure of hosting an exclusive dinner at their Sydney showroom.
Articles
Is Satin Dark Steel 2024’s best new kitchen colourway?
BLANCO launches their latest finish for a sleek kitchen feel.
Events
Cesar’s Dante Chester on AI integration, bespoke design and material exploration
Dante Chester, Managing Director of Cesar, outlines the brand’s commitment to pushing boundaries and the infinite opportunities for customisation with the aid of technology.
Articles
Culinary artistry, illuminated: Gaggenau’s 200 Series Fridge Freezer turns the kitchen into a creative atelier
With the exceptional 200 Series Fridge Freezer, Gaggenau once again transforms the simple, everyday act of food preservation into an extraordinary, creative and sensory experience, turning the kitchen space into an inspiring culinary atelier.
Articles
Caesarstone’s new Time Collection is made for kitchen greatness
Offering three breathtaking styles, these premium natural mineral surfaces carry a time-honoured beauty combined with robust performance.
Articles
Poetry, essentialism and freedom in kitchen design: Sven Baacke introduces Gaggenau’s new cooktop
Gaggenau’s new Essential Induction is set to transform how we design and use our kitchens. Here, the brand’s Head of Design lets us in on the creative process behind the groundbreaking innovation – and reaching the poetic intersection of form and function.
Articles
Gaggenau defies gravity with its installation at Milan Design Week 2024
‘The Elevation of Gravity’ installation was an immersive showcase of innovation that heralded the debut of Gaggenau’s groundbreaking Essential Induction cooktop.
Events
Nine products to whet your appetite for Milan’s Salone del Mobile 2024
With Milan 2024 only a few weeks away, we sneak a view of some of the most exciting pieces set to go on show – from lighting design to furniture, here are nine preview products.
Articles
Sub-Zero and Wolf: Kitchen design elevated
Boasting unmatched cooking and food preservation capabilities, Sub-Zero and Wolf enable designers to set a new standard for kitchen design, and inspire a higher quality of culinary experience.
Events
V-ZUG Studio Sydney, a retail gem in an old terrace, opens
Swiss home appliance designer and manufacturer V-ZUG’s first Sydney studio is a unified expression of the brand’s boutique, sustainable and design-led identity.
Workplace
Some serious sculptural curves in Esoteriko’s office interiors
Award-winning interior practice Esoteriko has designed the headquarters of a luxury real estate operator, creating a flexible and efficient space despite challenges posed by its amorphous footprint.
Events
All in one place: Zip Water’s game-changing pull-out tap
Zip Water recently introduced the new HydroTap Celsius Plus All-in-One Pull-Out with an exclusive event in Sydney attended by Neale Whitaker and Justine Schofield.
Project
Sam’s Federation-red pavilion lights up a new community hub in Sydney
In a project both thoughtful and practical, Sam Crawford Architects (SCA) has completed a multifunctional community centre in Sydney’s inner west.
Articles
Next-gen steam oven combines design flexibility with superior performance
The versatility of the new range of Wolf Convection Steam Ovens is unmatched, not just in terms of cooking but also in design.
Project
Masti Dubai 2.0: A chaos of colour and delight
Studio Lotus has brought vivacity and luxury sass to this redesign of a Dubai hotel hospitality spot
Articles
Bosch debuts stylish new range of tech-enabled appliances tailored for the design-minded
Discover the new Bosch Series | 8 and accent|line collection, merging cutting-edge technology with exquisite design for architects and interior designers envisioning the future of modern kitchens.
Events
Meet the design brains behind GROHE SPA at the World Architecture Festival
At the 2023 World Architecture Festival, we caught up with Antoine Besseyre Des Horts, leader at LIXIL Global Design, Asia to hear about the latest at GROHE.
Fixed & Fitted
5 reasons why this flex induction cooktop should be in every kitchen
Gaggenau’s 400 Series Flex Induction Cooktop with integrated ventilation system allows cookware to be positioned anywhere within the cooking zone with automatic venting and more.
Articles
A revitalised water-front cottage is awarded Gaggenau’s Kitchen of the Year for 2023!
Studio Prineas’ Fisherman’s House and its theatrical kitchen sets a backdrop for life, with utterly unique design details awarding it the top prize.
Articles
7 unique features that make this kitchen faucet a must-have
Save water and improve kitchen workflow with hansgrohe’s Aquno Select M81.
Project
Gaggenau Sydney crafts a culinary paradise in the heart of Surry Hills
Gaggenau takes its Sydney customers on an epic retail journey in its new Surry Hills flagship. Blending historic legacy with cutting-edge design elements, prepare to discover ‘The Social Hub’ and feel ‘The Difference’.
Articles
Supply and Demand’s Chef Wu Si Han is Gaggenau’s first Singaporean culinary partner
There’s a new addition to Gaggenau’s stable of culinary partners in Singapore and he is a force to be reckoned with.
Articles
Where innovation meets tradition: every meal, a masterpiece
Discover the brand new and recently renewed appliances ready to transform your culinary experience. The future of luxury cooking is about to get a whole lot sleeker with Wolf’s Dual Fuel and Induction Ranges – combining culinary tradition with cutting-edge innovation.
Events
Bosch and Aster Cucine join forces in a sustainable kitchen design partnership
Bosch teams up with AsterCucine in an exciting partnership which heralds a new era in kitchen solutions, blending cutting-edge appliances with environmentally responsible craftsmanship.
Project
Laminex has done it again – this time with Studio Doherty
Laminex teams up with Melbourne-based Studio Doherty to bring a fresh perspective on kitchen design, characterised by striking colours and innovative materials.
Fixed & Fitted
BLANCO UNIT makes kitchen chores a beautiful affair
Drink, clean and prep with the BLANCO UNIT that comes in striking fittings to suit any kitchen design.
Events
“The genesis for new design possibilities”: Abey unveils new flagship showroom in Sydney
Abey Australia, a renowned provider of designer products in the kitchen, bathroom and laundry spaces, recently opened its highly anticipated flagship showroom in Sydney at a packed event.
Project
A celebration of community in a pint-sized space: Technē’s makeover for Monumental Ice Creamery
A compact space in Albury, NSW, undergoes a transformative redesign by Technē Architecture + Interior Design, marking the tenth anniversary of Monumental Ice Creamery.
Products
5 reasons why this full surface induction cooktop redefines culinary experience
Known for its exceptional craftsmanship and dedication to excellence, Gaggenau has revolutionised kitchen appliances and its 400 Series full surface induction cooktop stands out as a game-changer in the market.
Project
A very grand opening: Winnings launches new showroom designed by Cera Stribley
A busy event in Sydney marked the official opening of the Winnings Flagship Redfern Showroom which will host retailers Winnings Appliances, Spence & Lyda and Rogerseller. It’s only phase one but it already sets a high bar for Australian retail.
VIC
Rooftop revelations where Hollywood glamour meets the Melbourne skyline
A new rooftop bar and restaurant designed by Mitchell & Eades has opened in Melbourne and is set to change the hospitality scene of South Yarra. High in the sky, Beverly is beautifully designed and the place to go for fine cuisine and divine cocktails, not to mention the best bird’s eye view of Melbourne.
Fixed & Fitted
Why the BLANCO UNIT is a necessity in every kitchen
Whether in matte black, satin gold or colour-coordinated accents, the BLANCO UNIT is an innovative water hub that will surely add a unique flair to any kitchen.
News
Why Poggenpohl +MODO should be in every luxury kitchen space
Poggenpohl is the latest addition to the XTRA catalogue. The former’s +MODO series is a showstopping kitchen that impresses with its play on dimensions.
Articles
Discover the latest kitchen trends with Gaggenau Kitchen of the Year Design Contest 2023
The Gaggenau Kitchen of the Year Design Contest is back, and here we speak to two of the judges about kitchen trends, design influences and finding magic in the unexpected.
Articles
Kitchen chemistry: How V-ZUG blends art with science in its appliance designs
Join us behind the scenes with V-ZUG’s in-house design team, and discover how this Swiss boutique kitchen manufacturer balances art, science and history to create its pioneering Excellence line.
Articles
Timeless Timi collab celebrates the heart of the home
What happens when you give a self-described artist free rein in designing a kitchen? A space of pure simplicity as cool as the marble it’s made from.
CPD
Augmented natural strength with engineered stone
By taking a natural material and adding to its pre-existing qualities, new possibilities emerge for improved performance, sustainability and innovation. A recent CPD Live session explains how this applies to engineered stone.
Articles
Choosing the right appliances for modern kitchen fitouts
Simple design merged with distinctive aesthetics and modern functionality, the Bosch accent | line Carbon Black series represents the fusion between the kitchen and living space.
Products
An innovative water hub that simplifies everyday kitchen life
Drink, prep and clean with the BLANCO UNIT that integrates the sink, mixer tap and waste management system.
Articles
How multi-cooking technology redefines the kitchen experience
Smeg is giving Australian consumers the confidence to explore and expand their culinary boundaries with its innovative Galileo multi-cooking technology, a new system that combines traditional, steam and microwave technology in one oven cavity.
Articles
Unforgettable: V-ZUG’s new Paris and London HQs
With its new “studios” in Paris and London, V-ZUG crafts an unforgettable ‘at home’ experience. With all the comforts of home, the only difference is, you can’t sleep there!
Products
Gaggenau 90cm oven: The kitchen appliance every private chef needs
With a timeless design and unfailing performance, Gaggenau 90-centimetre oven celebrates over three decades of excellence. Its latest iteration is the EB 333 model.
Articles
Europe’s best brands, all in one place: Pure Interiors
From V-ZUG to Arc Linea, Rimadesio, Antonio Lupi, Lema, Cea and Roda: Pure Interiors serves up the best of European design. Now, it’s bringing its portfolio to Melbourne with a new showroom.
Fixed & Fitted
Redefining the farmhouse sink for the contemporary world
BLANCO’s VINTERA XL 9 captures the ergonomics and practical benefits of a farmhouse sink with an unmistakable style that fits well into a rustic kitchen design as it does into a modern kitchen design.
Products
Alustil x Chris Bosse imagines a future vision for today’s kitchen
Created in collaboration with German architect Chris Bosse, Alustil’s TIMELESS aluminium kitchen is as sustainable as it is impeccably crafted.
Articles
Bosch helps us bring cohesion to the kitchen
For perfect living that starts in the kitchen and extends throughout the house, Bosch presents the accent | line Carbon Black Collection. Here’s how it’s revolutionising kitchen design and lived experience, too.
Articles
This ILVE oven saves on space and over-delivers on performance
It’s award-winning and problem solving: The Ultra-Combi 3-in-1 Oven gives you three appliances in one, saving space and reducing environmental impact.
Articles
A centre of gravity for design: Australia’s next V-ZUG studio
A self-described ‘business builder’ and chief international officer with V-ZUG, Alberto Bertoz, has spent almost a decade growing V-ZUG into a global brand with international presence. Alice Blackwood speaks with him about their exciting three-year plan for V-ZUG in Australia.
Articles
Design on Tap: Caroma’s Colour Kitchen Sink Mixers Collection
Caroma’s first extensive range of kitchen mixers is the perfect balance of Australian design and modern functionality.
Products
Prioritising an eco-conscious approach in the kitchen
Sustainable products and practices go hand-in-hand in reducing environmental impact
Articles
Putting health and wellness at the centre of cooking
Brisbane’s new Skye by Pikos apartments put the kitchen at the centre of living well. It’s an approach to design excellence which goes hand-in-hand with V-ZUG.
Edit
The secret ingredient for magical moments in the kitchen
A space to converse, collaborate and create, kitchen design calls for more than just functional appliances. In this edition of the Indesign Edit, Sub-Zero expands on the limitless possibilities of kitchen design.
Fixed & Fitted
Hidden waste separation system that every kitchen needs
Make the most of the sink cabinet with BLANCO’s waste separation systems for every type of installation.
Articles
Turning on the tap of innovative excellence
Phoenix has been a much loved Australian brand by homeowners and designers for the past three decades. The company continues to look to innovate in an effort to ensure this love endures.
Fixed & Fitted
Centuries in the making: Gaggenau’s magnificent legacy
Embodying over three decades of design excellence, meticulous craftsmanship and technological prowess, Gaggenau appliances cultivate premium culinary culture and bring a sense of confident luxury into the kitchen space.
Articles
Don’t underestimate the design potential of durable flooring
The trade-off between design versatility and performance is officially over in the world of durable flooring, thanks to these two Polyflor solutions.
Articles
Wine storage you’d want to show off
The world of wine storage is vast, with many storage options and even more aesthetic choices present for the wine appreciating design lover. Thankfully, Sub-Zero has the solution.
Articles
Lessons in future-proofing your kitchen
Cantilever is a name synonymous with design-focused kitchens that stand the test of time. When they went looking for a like-minded appliance brand with an exemplary sustainability record to collaborate with, the choice was simple.
Articles
The second coming of Lexi
Building on its initial collection, Phoenix Tapware has released Lexi MKII, a refined contemporary collection of taps, that improve on the original.
Articles
Demonstrating kitchen excellence in a place of beauty
Located in Surry Hills, Sub-Zero and Wolf’s new studio couples showroom functionality with the warmth that radiates throughout a home kitchen.
Products
Miele Launches Generation 7000 As Aspirational Smart Home Appliances
This new generation of built-in kitchen appliances from Miele brings varied aesthetic options to smart home scenarios.
Articles
Elegance at the heart of the home with Bosch at Veridian Kogarah
Designed to connect, evolve and thrive in the Sydney locale of Kogarah is Veridian – a residential haven that celebrates the community culture. Luxurious and comfortable, it’s the perfect place to call home.
Products
Faucet Finishes To Suit Your Style From hansgrohe
The new metallic, black and white styles in hansgrohe’s FinishPlus surface design portfolio will be made available on two of the most popular faucets.
Products
A Soft Matte Look For The Kitchen Sink
Häfele’s Granite Sink Collection offers a high-performance surface in three soothing natural shades.
Events
Andrea Molteni Opens Molteni&C | Dada Flagship Store With P5
P5’s new Molteni&C | Dada flagship at Winsland House presents the latest from Italy in a dedicated setting that resonates with the brand’s refined approach.
Articles
330 years of Gaggenau
The Gaggenau name is renowned in the design world as a global luxury brand, sitting in the upper echelon of designer home and kitchen appliances – and is celebrating over 330 years of designer success.
Events
Molteni&C|Dada Opens Flagship Store In Hong Kong
Molteni Group’s over a decade long partnership with Hong Kong distributor Firmstone Group culminated in the opening of a 4,500sqft Molteni&C|Dada flagship store at Harbour Centre in Wanchai.
Articles
GrigioLusso: where luxury meets passion in the kitchen
GrigioLusso – translated from the Italian as Grey Luxury – is the new appliance series from ILVE, and brings the latest Italian design aesthetics and trends to Australia.
Products
Rethinking The Sink With Hansgrohe’s SilicaTec Granite
Taking into accounts the kitchen’s increasing prominence in our living space, Hansgrohe introduces SilicaTec Granite sinks as an option for the kitchen centrepiece, offering a natural look and a finish that’s pleasing to the touch.
News
Celebrating the new e&s flagship store
Leading kitchen, bathroom and laundry retailer e&s has opened its landmark tenth Victorian store – a flagship retailer in Preston.
Products
bulthaup b3 Offers Seamless Visual Continuity
bulthaup’s b3 kitchen system is a comprehensive kitchen system whose application starts in the kitchen, but is not limited to it.