Nover Alfresco Kitchen range
Nover has an extensive range of products to cater for manufacturing alfresco kitchens, from benchtops and doors to hinges, handles and more!
Hettich 2021 Brand Ambassadors
Hettich Australia, is proud to announce Ania Forster and Kasia Clarke from Zephyr + Stone as its 2021 brand ambassadors.
Guest Post: Making choices in business
This week's guest post comes from Ron Redman at Redman Training & Development who looks at the impact of the choices we make within our businesses.
Kitchen design and appliances: should you integrate?
Appliances are designed to match or be concealed behind cabinetry; and the choice to customise and integrate is becoming increasingly popular.
2021 ACFA Industry Awards – Early Bird Entries Now Open
Early Bird entries are now open for the 2021 ACFA Industry Awards. The annual national Industry Awards showcases and celebrates industry excellence.
KBDi SA Breakfast Event
The KBDi South Australian chapter event is being held on Wednesday 03 March 2021 at 7:30am for an 8:00am start.
Peka Pleno Plus larder unit
New to Nover is the Peka Pleno Plus larder unit. This kitchen food storage system will save you time and money with an organised pantry.
How will COVID-19 change kitchen and bathroom design
As Australia’s peak industry group for kitchen and bathroom designers, KBDi looks at how COVID is likely to change design in 2021 and beyond.
Schweigen and ebm-papst – Powering a Silent Revolution Together
Schweigen works with ebm-papst, the global leader in fan engineering to offer high performance and reliable ventilation products.
Zip Water Touch Free Tap
In a quick-thinking pivot, Zip Water invented the HydroTap Touch Free Wave earlier this year to meet shifting global customer demand brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.
DECO Australia Opens New Innovative Display Centre
Leading manufacturer of aluminium building products and finishes DECO Australia has opened their brand-new display centre – the DECO Innovation Centre.
HettichXperiencedays
Introducing HettichXperiencedays - a new approach to networking and trade fairs that takes into consideration the restrictions of a global pandemic.
Using architectural terms and references in your marketing
Today's guest post comes from KBDi who has done a deep dive into the use of the word "architectural" or "architect" within the building and design industry.
Schweigen: Noise – the Invisible Killer
While it may seem that noise isn’t a serious health concern, the health impacts of noise pollution are actually a growing concern.
SPACE STEP from Blum
The SPACE STEP from Blum is a clever cabinet solution to utilise tall, inconvenient cabinets that can’t be reached.
Staron® Design Awards 2020-21 Open for Entries
The Staron® Design Awards are open to any architect, developer, student or any other designer who has created a project or concept using Staron® Solid Surfaces.
Actro 5D drawer runner by Hettich
The Actro 5D drawer runner for wooden drawers is the perfect choice for unique furniture design, narrow reveals and large front panels.
Introducing Blum’s Pull-out shelf lock
Blum has developed a practical lock-open stop for pull-out shelves that can be used in various applications throughout the home.
Schweigen’s Paradigma wins 2020 Good Design Award
Schweigen's silent Paradigma rangehood has received a prestigious Good Design Award Winner Accolade in the Domestic Appliances category.
LEGRABOX by Blum
With its linear and sleek design, combined with high-quality materials, Legrabox by Blum excels in user-friendliness and allows for a variety of applications.
Schweigen: How to avoid and correct home moisture issues
Moisture can cause serious issue in homes. Left unaddressed, the persistent condensation can damage structure and contents.
Silent and healthier rangehoods by Schweigen
Treating health and wellbeing as a top priority, Schweigen designs rangehoods that are not only silent, but also ensure homes stay cleaner and healthier.
Duravit wins Red Dot and iF awards
Duravit has won two sets of awards for the series Viu/XViu, D.1, SensoWash® Starck f and Starck T by two internationally renowned design juries.
KBDi welcomes Patricia La Torre to its mentoring team
KBDi is pleased to welcome Patricia La Torre to its mentoring team. Patricia is a long-time KBDi member, a multi-award winning designer.
Lincoln Sentry officially opens National Customer Support Centre and Acacia Ridge...
Having celebrated 34 years in business, Lincoln Sentry continued the celebrations with the opening of its National Customer Support Centre and Acacia Ridge Distribution Centre.
ASOFIA offers Certificate IV in Project Management Practice
ASOFIA is pleased to offer Certificate IV in Project Management Practice, a course that has been specifically contextualised for the Australian fitout industry.
Take on an apprentice in 2020
If you are looking to take your business to the next level, why not consider taking on an apprentice in 2020?
Talostone new colour releases – Super WhiteTM 9300M and Elba White...
Talostone has released two new shades, Super White, a highly sought after luxurious stone, and Elba White which celebrates the natural beauty of marble.
Bisazza Norman Parkinson & Fashion Photography exhibition
On display at the Bisazza Foundation from March 13 to June 7, 2020, is the “Norman Parkinson & Fashion Photography 1948 – 1968” photo exhibition.
Communications Skills & Customer Service Workshop
Get your 2020 off to a great start by participating in the next Communication Skills & Customer Service Workshop by Redman Training and Development.
Zip Water Kitchen Design of the Year winners
The inaugural Zip Water Kitchen Design of the Year winners have been announced in two categories - Best Multi-Residential and Best Freestanding Home Kitchen
Talostone City Experience Centre Sydney now open
The Talostone City Experience Centre-Sydney (TCEC-Sydney) recently opened to the public on 25th November 2019 and is located in Waterloo.
Yepsketch & YepLibrary
With its YepLibrary, Yepsketch provides industry with universally-compatible models in formats suitable for all commonly-used software programs.
Leap into 2020 with Redman Training & Development
Take your business to the next level in 2020 with specialist training that will improve sales values and increase customer satisfaction.
Less than 3 weeks left to enter Zip’s Kitchen Design of...
Move fast! There is less than 3 weeks left to enter Zip's Kitchen Design of the Year competition and win a trip to Milan in 2020!
Hansgrohe RainTunes
Hansgrohe RainTunes is a shower experience for all the senses and represents a new era of showering from this German company.
Talostone new leather honed colour release ‘Rustic Concrete’
Talostone, one of Australia’s leading stone companies, has released ‘Rustic Concrete’ as a modest addition to its marble range.
Tia D-100L sink by Schock
The Tia D-100L sink by Schock is a premium sink,presented in the new easy to clean, hard wearing and high quality CRISTADUR finish.
Lincoln Sentry’s latest e-Catalogue now live
With more than 11,000 products to discover, explore the new Lincoln Sentry e-Catalogue which is now live on the company's website.
2019 ACFA Industry Awards winners
The 2019 ACFA Industry Awards were held last week during a fabulous awards ceremony at Dockside, Darling Harbour. Here are the winners!
Hettich InnoTech Atira drawer system
The InnoTech Atira drawer system by Hettich features straight lines, clean contours and is available in three finishes; white, silver and new anthracite.
Duravit D.1 faucet range
The Duravit D.1 faucet range is the result of a collaboration with designers Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez that has resulted in an iconic design.
KBDi Designer Awards 2019 – WA winners
In the last of our state wrap ups, we recognise the WA winners from the recent KBDi Designer Awards 2019, held earlier this month in Melbourne.
KBDi Designer Awards 2019 – Victorian winners
Enjoy this wrap up of the Victorian award winners from the recent KBDi Designer Awards 2019, held in Melbourne earlier this month.
KBDi Designer Awards 2019 – Tasmanian winners
The KBDi Designer Awards 2019 were held earlier this month in Melbourne in front of a packed crowd - here are the Tasmanian award winners.
KBDi Designer Awards 2019 – SA winners
Here's a full rundown of the South Australian winners from the recent KBDi Designer Awards 2019, held in Melbourne earlier this month.
KBDi Designer Awards 2019 – Queensland winners
Enjoy taking a look through all the Queensland winners from the recent KBDi 2019 Designer Awards, held in Melbourne earlier this month.
KBDi Designer Awards 2019 – NSW winners
The KBDi Designer Awards 2019 were held earlier this month at a fabulous gala event in Melbourne. Here are the winners from the NSW chapter.
Hettich fascinating furniture
Hettich recently unveiled its fascinating furniture range, fascin[action], which will change the way we utilise and enjoy our homes, focusing on style, comfort and storage.
Ask our Expert – Business Development
Expert in business development, Ron Redman from Redman Training & Development shares his advice on how to harness opportunities and plan for the future.
Bisazza Nendo collection
The Nendo Collection, designed by Nendo for the Bisazza Bagno Collection, lends a sense of understated sophistication and polish to the bathroom setting.
Blum’s new AVENTOS HK top
The next generation in lift system technology is now available from Blum. The AVENTOS HK top has a new look and feel, and is now smaller in size.
Bisazza Secret Garden
The stunning Bisazza Secret Garden design features in the exceptional interior of a five-star hotel in Doha envisioned by internationally-acclaimed designer Marcel Wanders.
Gollinucci Sous Chef
The Gollinucci Sous Chef is a fantastic addition to the kitchen that is designed to organise even the smallest of spaces.
AIDT 2020 Tour to iSalone, Eurocucina & Salone Bagno
AIDT, in conjuction with valued sponsors and industry partners is pleased to present its 2020 Tour to iSalone, Eurocucina & Salone Bagno.
Gollinucci laundry hampers
New from Gollinucci, and exclusive to Lincoln Sentry, these latest laundry hampers will bring the essence of Italian style and ergonomics to the laundry.
Kaldewei Coordinated Colours Collection
The Kaldewei Coordinated Colours Collection provides more than 850 alternatives to a white washbasin, enhanced with new exquisite matte colours.
Introducing Barazza
Australian International Design Tours is proud to be introducing Barazza as its second 2020 iSalone, Eurocucina and Salone Bagno tour sponsor.
Blum’s EXPANDO T wins German innovation award
Blum's EXPANDO T has been named the winner of the German Innovation Award 2019 in Gold in the Excellence in Business to Consumer – Kitchen category.
Introducing Bisazza – AIDT 2020 tour sponsor
AIDT is proud to be introducing Bisazza as its first 2020 iSalone tour sponsor, who will welcome attendees to its Foundation located in Montecchio Maggiore.
Schweigen Ceiling Cassette rangehoods
Introducing Schweigen Ceiling Cassette rangehoods, for the perfect silent rangehood solution to any kitchen design dilemma.
Blum at Interzum 2019
With more than 1,300 metres of exhibition space, Blum made the most of this year’s Interzum in Cologne to present its new brand promise of ‘moving ideas’.
ACFA Industry Connect Event Melbourne
Join the Australian Cabinet & Furniture Association (ACFA) for an Industry Connect Event, held in conjunction with partner Lincoln Sentry, in Melbourne.
Hettich intelligent storage solutions for tiny spaces
During last week's Interzum show, Hettich featured a range of intelligent storage solutions for tiny spaces on the new "Tiny Spaces – Living in compact homes" Piazza.
KBDi 2019 Certified Designers Forum, Design Symposium and Gala
The KBDi 2019 Certified Designers Forum, Design Symposium and Gala will be held in Melbourne over the weekend of 2nd and 3rd August 2019.
Dekton® by Cosentino new Bromo and Milar surfaces
Dekton® by Cosentino expands with two new sophisticated surfaces. Bromo and Milar are new additions to the Natural and Industrial collections.
KBDi Business Bootcamp Workshop – 29 May – Gold Coast
KBDi, together with training partner Redman Training & Development, will hold its next Business Bootcamp workshop on the Gold Coast on 29 May.
Designer Training Australia specialist design courses
Kick start your career, add extra capabilities and continue to challenge yourself with specialist design courses from Designer Training Australia (DTA).
Cosentino Raytrace immersive installation
During Milan Design Week 2019, Cosentino unveiled Raytrace, an immersive installation in collaboration with designer Benjamin Hubert of LAYER.
KBDi Designer Awards 2019 – now open
The Kitchen & Bathroom Designers Institute of Australia is proud to present the KBDi Designer Awards 2019 - entries are now open.
Hettich Spotlight – WingLine L and SlideLine M
Fascinating kitchen storage solutions from Hettich start with the incredibly versatile and highly functional WingLine L and SlideLine M.
AXIX HI-MACS sinks from Gunnersen
The new AXIX HI-MACS sinks are an undermount sink range that allow for seamless sharp edges to flow straight from the benchtop down the sides of the sink.
The Cabinet Maker – The true test of quality is real...
Blum is a trusted partner to designers and cabinet makers whose workmanship reflects the quality, functionality and vision of creating a magnificent kitchen.
A day with Kaldewei
We left our hotel in Haslach and embarked on a day of travelling as we headed north to Münster to visit the home of Kaldewei in Ahlen.
A day with Duravit
Our day with Duravit dawned bright and sunny and we excitedly boarded the bus for the short journey to Hornberg and the home of the Duravit Design Centre.
Hansgrohe – Day 2
This morning we all awoke excited for our second day with tour sponsor Hansgrohe and the chance to learn more about the products and how they are designed and made.
AXOR Edge by Jean-Marie Massaud
13 years after the first collection produced by French designer Jean-Marie Massaud, this is the stunningly beautiful AXOR Edge, premiered at ISH 2019.
Hansgrohe – day 1
After saying goodbye to ISH and leaving Frankfurt, we arrived in the Black Forest ready to spend some time with tour sponsor Hansgrohe.
Viu ceramics and XViu furniture from Duravit
Unveiled at ISH last week is the new Viu ceramics and XViu furniture from Duravit which exudes the elegance of post-industrial design and precise geometry.
Zip Water at Total Facilities
Visit Total Facilities at ICCC Sydney on 20-21 March to see the latest range of Zip Water’s Facilities Management products and services.
2019 Interior Trend forecast with Mal Corboy
Schweigen ambassador Mal Corboy shares his 2019 Interior Trend forecast for kitchens and interiors in Australia and New Zealand.
Dekton® Stonika Collection
Introducing the Dekton® Stonika Collection, Cosentino’s most advanced offering yet with six stunning new hues, spectacular shine and unrivaled durability.
Lincoln Sentry Early Bird Specials
Have you heard about Lincoln Sentry Early Bird Specials? The promotion is available for limited time only and finishes on 28th February 2019.
KBDi Chapter events – NSW, SA and Qld
We're starting 2019 with a bang with a range of KBDi Chapter events happening across the country. Here are the details of upcoming events in February and March for NSW, SA and Qld.
Corian Design Awards 2018 Edition 4 winners
Here are the Corian Design Awards 2018 Edition 4 - Commercial and Residential Category Winners. Congratulations to all who entered.
Alfredo Häberli chooses Dekton® by Cosentino
Alfredo Häberli chooses Dekton® by Cosentino for his "Kitchen for the near future", a design project which offers a glimpse of kitchen life in the future.
ISH presents “Colour Selection”
Organised by Messe Frankfurt and the German Sanitary Industry Association (VDS), the ISH ‘Pop up my Bathroom’ trend forum presents "Colour Selection".
Tricoya from Gunnersen
Tricoya from Gunnersen sets a new benchmark in alfresco kitchens and wet area cabinetry.
Talostone Calacatta Luxe 9030
Launched this week into the Australian market, this is the super-stunning Calacatta Luxe 9030 from Talostone. Calacatta Luxe 9030 is the result of extensive research and development, both here in Australian and overseas.
Plan for 2019 to be your most amazing year
TKBB sponsor KBDi has experts in pretty much every area of the industry so it seemed timely, as 2018 draws to a close, to...
Blum Australia wins Top Trusted Brand for Kitchens & Kitchen Equipment
Architecture & Design has announced the results of its Trusted Brands 2018 survey and, with 600 brands competing for the accolade, Blum Australia has...
Cosentino new Perth showroom
Demonstrating its commitment to the Australian market, the Cosentino new Perth showroom has been established in Western Australia that provides clients and visitors with...
ISH 2019 Colour Trend Predictions
Lifestyle is still the dominant notion behind the trends for the bathroom – and ISH 2019 will be exhibiting more shades of colour than ever before.
DeKauri Bath Credenza, featuring Dekton by Cosentino
The DeKauri Bath Credenza has been distinguished with the Winner Award in the “Bath and Wellness” category at the German Design Awards 2019.
Finista wardrobe organisation system from Lincoln Sentry
A stylish and practical addition to any wardrobe, the Finista range can be fully customised to fit in any space allowing you to offer your customers the ultimate in wardrobe organisation and style
Join KBDi in 2019
As 2018 draws to a close, it's a great opportunity to consider your professional development plans for next year. We've put together 20 excellent...
Kaldewei featured in Kempinski hotel, Cuba
Kaldewei steel enamel baths have been featured in the new Kempinski hotel, Cuba - a luxury hotel in Havana that offers opulent hospitality.
Havana is...
Hettich TopLine Grant SD/HD
Hettich introduces the new Silent System Topline Grant SD/HD sliding door system – a fully concealed silent system of soft closing and opening that...
Dulux Colour Forecast 2019
Inspired by extensive global trends research, the 2019 Dulux Colour Forecast ‘Filter’ is a multi-faceted collection that draws together soothing neutrals, exhilarating brights and
deep,...
KBDi end-of-year functions
Industry members are encouraged to attend their local KBDi end-of-year functions to celebrate another amazing year of design and connect with other members and...