“His & Hers” bathroom concept from Villeroy & Boch
As seen at this year's ISH (yesterday in fact) this is the visually stunning "His & Hers" bathroom concept from Villeroy & Boch.
e&s launches flagship store in Preston
Leading kitchen, bathroom and laundry retailer e&s has launched a state-of-the-art flagship store in Preston, at the heart of Melbourne’s growth corridor.
Fir Italia – ISH preview
The new tap collection "Keilo 63" from Fir Italia will be launched at ISH next month as the Italian company attends the leading trade fair in the world of bathrooms, energy saving technology, air conditioning and renewable energy.
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.
Rawsons Appliances new showroom
December 2018 saw the grand opening of the Rawsons Bathroom new showroom in an exciting joint project with ABEY and Cosentino.
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".
interzum 2019: Digital printing in the spotlight
Interzum 2019 plans to put digital printing in the spotlight, offering even greater individualisation in furniture production and interior design.
“Individualisation” is today’s buzzword in...
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.
Valcucine renovated flagship store in Berlin
The newly-renovated Valcucine flagship store in Berlin, partnered with Küchen Atelier Piekarz, is located in an historical building in Karl Marx Allee and showcases the iconic...
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...
Join Darren & Simona from Minosa at ISH 2019
Dynamic design duo Darren Genner and Simona Castagna from Minosa share their excitement about the upcoming AIDT 2019 Tour to ISH and discuss what...
ISH preview – Pop up my Bathroom 2019
The latest news from ISH 2019 is that the experimental showroom Pop up my Bathroom will be bathed in colour as it provides an...
Marmomac 2018 Report
Last month, TKBB's Simon Hodgson visited Verona to attend Marmomac, the world's international trade fair for natural stone. Here's his report from the show.
Verona...
Makeover for ISH 2019
In an exciting move, next year will herald a new era with a planned makeover for ISH 2019 as the show re-invents itself in...
Visit Kaldewei with AIDT in 2019
AIDT invites you to visit the amazing facilities of Kaldewei in Ahlen, Germany as part of its 2019 Tour to ISH in March next...
New Archant showroom for NZ
Last week saw the exciting opening of the new Archant showroom in Parnell, created as a space that will "inspire design conversations". The new...
Visit Duravit with AIDT in 2019
AIDT invites you to visit the amazing facilities of Duravit in Hornberg, Germany as part of its 2019 Tour to ISH in March next...
FIAA Succession Planning webinar
Join the FIAA Succession Planning webinar and find out if your business is ready for succession or if it needs a renovation?
The key question...
Camberwell Electrics new showroom
Camberwell Electrics in Melbourne has just completed a total renovation of its kitchen, laundry, bathroom and appliance showroom which now features the first and...
HIA-Blum Design & Specify event
Join HIA and Premier Partner Blum for a special Design & Specify event in Brisbane on Thursday 2nd August at Blum's Brisbane showroom. As...
Bathe – AIDT 2019 Tour Sponsor
AIDT is excited to announce Bathe as a key sponsor of the 2019 Tour to ISH in Frankfurt, Germany next March. An integral part...
Visit Hansgrohe on the AIDT 2019 Tour
As part of AIDT’s 2019 Tour to bathroom show ISH in Germany, in March next year, attendees will have the opportunity for an immersive...
2018 FIAA Industry Awards
The 2018 FIAA Industry Awards will be held on Friday 21st September in the stunning Crystal Palace at Luna Park, Sydney.
Nominations across all awards...
QIDA Professional Development Conference
Book now for the QIDA Professional Development Conference which is being held 26th July at the Blum office in Underwood, Queensland. This one-day conference is...
AIDT 2019 Tour launch
Visit ISH in Frankfurt, Germany on the AIDT 2019 Tour which will run from 12 - 23rd March 2019. ISH is the world’s leading...
New Vauth-Sagel Brisbane showroom
As an expansion of its international activities, a new Vauth-Sagel Brisbane showroom has been opened. Operating within target markets should increase local interest in innovative...
Gaggenau new flagship showroom in Melbourne
Gaggenau, the luxury brand for professional-grade home appliances, announces the opening of a new flagship showroom in Melbourne, the very first of its kind...
Exciting Spaces with Lincoln Sentry
Tapping into the creative minds of key industry influencers, while surrounded by the latest interior trends and designs, will be just the beginning for...
Leicht’s “Room in Room”
The kitchen is disappearing – and being recreated - with Leicht's "Room in Room" concept as unveiled at last month's Eurocucina in Milan, Italy....
IDI Studio new collections at Salone Bagno
Presenting the IDI Studio new collections as seen at Salone del Mobile.Milano 2018 last month - Naked and Beetle designed by Alessandro Repetto, and...
Zampieri Irori kitchen
Introducing the Zampieri Irori kitchen, as seen at last month's Eurocucina held as part of Salone del Mobile.Milano. Designed by Stefano Cavazzana, the Irori...
Fisher & Paykel at Eurocucina for the first time
New Zealand appliance company Fisher & Paykel exhibited at Eurocucina for the first time in the FTK - technology for the kitchen - halls...
Victoria + Albert 2018 International Design Awards
Brisbane-based interior designer and architect Renee Popovic has been announced as the winner of the Victoria + Albert 2018 International Design Awards with her project...
Lamp by Nobili Rubinetterie
Lamp by Nobili Rubinetterie is one of three new kitchen mixers and two bath taps designed by Milan design firm Meneghello Paolelli Associati and...
Vision by Snaidero and Pininfarina Design
Showcased at last month's Eurocucina in Milan, this is the beautiful Vision by Snaidero and Pininfarina Design with its fluid lines evoking and emotional...
Salone del Mobile.Milano 2018
It was an extremely positive result for the 57th edition of the Salone del Mobile.Milano, both in terms of attendance and in terms of...
Our day with Gollinucci
AIDT 2018 Tour members enjoyed an amazing day in Cesena with Gollinucci, thanks to sponsor Lincoln Sentry. The Italian designer and manufacturer of furnishing...
Smeg – Day 2
For our second day with Italian appliance designer and manufacturer Smeg, we focused on the behind-the-scenes with tours of the company's cooking and dishwasher...
Smeg – Day 1
Our 2018 La Festa Italia tour group was lucky enough to spend two days and three nights with Smeg - the renowned Italian appliance...
Arlexitalia at Salone Bagno 2018
Introducing three new products showcased by Arlexitalia at Salone Bagno 2018. Kube Marble is presented in a special, extra luxury composition that is completely covered...
Elica NikolaTesla Switch
Previewed at this years FTK (Future Technology for the Kitchen) as part of Eurocucina, this is the Elica NikolaTesla Switch, designed by Fabrizio Crisá.
NikolaTesla...
Ernetomeda presents Inside System
Ernestomeda presents Inside System at this year's Eurocucina fair in Milan. Designed by Giuseppe Bavuso who is also responsible for many of the company's...
BetteLux Oval Couture
The BetteLux Oval Couture collection features a titanium-steel bath and washbasin which are covered and upholstered a woven fabric reminiscent of a cosy sofa....
Inciso by David Rockwell for Gessi
Launched at this year’s Salone Bagno, Inciso by David Rockwell for Gessi is the latest collection for this internationally-renowned company. Gessi’s goal was to...
Smeg at FTK 2018
Taking art and design to yet another level, here is the stunning new Dolce & Gabbana "Divina Cucina" unveiled by Smeg at FTK 2018...
Valcucine new finishes – Eurocucina 2018
Introducing Valcucina new finishes on display at this year's Eurocucina. The company's Genius Loci, Artematica, Riciclantica and Forma Mentis kitchens now boast exclusive, new...
SaloneSatellite 2018: design to come
The theme for SaloneSatellite 2018 is "design to come", reflecting the event's prime objective which is to discover, follow, valorise and offer concrete possibilities to young...
5VIE Design District
As part of Milan Design Week, the 5VIE Design District will continue its five-year tradition as a cultural promoter and promoter of the heritage...
International Bathroom Exhibition – new comfort zone
The International Bathroom Exhibition 2018 will explore the idea that the new comfort zone is digital, responsible and sustainable. Space is completely sold out at the...
Eurocucina 2018 – new cooking spaces
Here's an insight into what we'll see at Eurocucina 2018 - new cooking spaces that are fluid orderly and professional. Eurocucina, the benchmark exhibition at...
FTK – Technology For the Kitchen 2018
FTK – Technology For the Kitchen 2018 will celebrate the new era of connected, integrated and increasingly intelligent built-in domestic appliances. A natural accompaniment to...
Living Nature. La Natura dell’Abitare
The 57th edition of Salone del Mobile.Milano will explore the relationship between nature and living with an exhibition/installation aptly named Living Nature (or La...
KBDi upcoming Chapter Events
Let's get 2018 off to a great start with the first round of KBDi Chapter Events. Here are all the details for each state...
Austaron AIDT Design Trip winner
Last year we announced Austaron was running a Design Trip competition to win a place on the AIDT La Festa Italia Tour which will...
Salone del Mobile.Milano 2018: work in progress
Preparations are in full swing for the next edition of the Salone del Mobile.Milano which
will be back from 17th to 22nd April 2018 with...
KBDi upcoming Chapter Christmas events
KBDi will be holding a series of Chapter Christmas events over the next month - here's a summary of what's on, when:
SA Chapter
Tuesday 21...
KBDi NSW Chapter event
KBDi Diamond Sponsor, Smeg, is pleased to be hosting the next KBDi NSW Chapter Event at Modulnova Sydney Studio @ The Cannery on Wednesday,...
AWISA 4-7 July 2018
AWISA 2018 takes place at the multi-level ICC Sydney from 4-7 July 2018. It is organised by the Australian Woodworking Industry Suppliers Association to...
Win a design trip to Europe
Feature Staron Solid Surfaces in your project for a chance to win a design trip to Europe in 2018 as part of the AIDT...
KBDi SA Chapter Event
KBDi Diamond Sponsor, Smeg, is pleased to be hosting the next KBDi SA Chapter Event at its Dudley Park showroom on Tuesday, 10 October,...
KBDi Vic Chapter Event
KBDi Diamond Sponsor, Lincoln Sentry, is pleased to be hosting the next KBDi Vic Chapter Event at Franke’s Dandenong South showroom on Thursday, 12...
KBDi WA Chapter Event
KBDi Gold Sponsor, Abey, is pleased to be hosting the next KBDi WA Chapter Event at its Osborne Park showroom on Tuesday, 10 October,...
KBDi Queensland Chapter Event
KBDi Diamond Sponsors, Lincoln Sentry, is pleased to be hosting the next KBDi Queensland Chapter Event at Paddington’s Darling & Co. on Thursday, 5...
Hettich NZ opens new showroom
In exciting news from across the ditch, Hettich NZ has opened a new showroom in East Tamaki and it's packed with a wealth of...
DTA CAD courses in September
Now is the time to get your CAD skills up to date with fantastic discounts off DTA CAD courses in September with offers starting...
Visit Gollinucci on the AIDT 2018 Tour
AIDT 2018 tour participants will visit the city of Cesana, near Bologna, to enjoy some time with Gollinucci courtesy of sponsor Lincoln Sentry. Gollinucci...
Introducing Smeg: AIDT 2018 major sponsor
Smeg is proudly announced as the AIDT 2018 major sponsor for our tour to iSalone in Milan which will include three incredible days at...
Hacker Kitchens new showroom
During this year's "Küchenmeile A30" event from 16 to 21 September, the Hacker Kitchens showroom will be "the place to be". The Rödinghausen-based kitchen manufacturer has...
AIDT presents “La Festa Italia”
Australian International Design Tours (AIDT) together with valued sponsors and key industry partners invites you to “La Festa Italia” — a celebration of Italian...
Blum Light for the World at Interzum
For more than 30 years, guests at the Interzum trade fair in Cologne, the most important trade fair for Blum, have been signing the...
SCM rEvolution
The SCM rEvolution is here - 7th & 8th September 2017
Designed to change how you think about your manufacturing, the SCM rEvolution will show...
KBDi Designer Awards State Finalists
Congratulations to all the KBDi Designer Awards State Finalists who were announced at a variety of industry functions around the country. The Awards will...
Cindy Crawford and Silestone®
Internationally renowned supermodel Cindy Crawford and Silestone® have held an exclusive event together in the heart of Hollywood.
This is the first event Cosentino has held...
Interzum achieves record results
Interzum closed on 19 May 2017 having achieved record results. A total of approximately 69,000 visitors from 152 countries attended the world’s largest trade fair...
Hansgrohe – day 2
We started our second day with Hansgrohe back at the Aquademie where we were greeted by Gregory Crouzeix and taken on a tour of...
Hansgrohe – Day 1
Our day in the gorgeous town of Schiltach began with a short train ride to the headquarters of Hansgrohe and its Aquadamie. We were...
Interzum 2017 – Hettich drawer expertise
At Interzum we were able to see the Hettich drawer expertise on display with platforms greatly extended across all segments. On display were new differentiation...
Interzum 2017 – new Blum hinges
Interzum 2017 has been filled with many amazing products and we loved the idea of these new Blum hinges for individual furniture.
These new Blum...
A day with Miele
We arrived at our Bielefeld hotel after an uneventful flight from Cologne and enjoyed a relaxing dinner in the hotel with our hosts from...
AIDT 2017 – SCM Group Day 2
Day two brought gorgeous sunshine and gloriously mild weather as we jumped back in the cars for a journey of around an hour and...
AIDT 2017 – SCM Group Day 1
Our first day with SCM Group started in Bologne. Having enjoyed an amazing dinner the night before featuring a range of local pastas, we...
More comfort in less space: adaptable living spaces
Living spaces are at a premium today, especially in cities. More and more people are living in smaller and smaller living spaces. This has...
Nikpol new Melbourne showroom
Nikpol's new Melbourne showroom is recently been redesigned and the company now offers a free colour consultation service to all clients. Nikpol is a leading...
The world of materials at Interzum
As we inch closer to the 2017 International Tour it's time to take a look at the world of materials at Interzum. At this...
New showroom for Gruppo Euromobil
Gruppo Euromobil has re-launched its Italian showroom with a meticulously planned display area dedicated to Total Home Design to reflect the company's philosophy of...
Apartment 152 showroom by THG Paris
THG Paris is thrilled to present Apartment 152, an impressive 600m2 exhibition and presentation space inside its Paris Showroom on Boulevard Haussmann.
Considered the largest...
Devon&Devon new showroom
Devon&Devon continues to pursue its expansion in the USA. After Chicago and Nashville, the high-end bathroom design label launches a new store in the...
Schweigen new National Sales Manager
One of Australia’s leading kitchen appliance manufacturers, Schweigen, has this week welcomed Sean Beer into the role of National Sales Manager. Beer who previously...
Axor Hansgrohe ISH preview
Axor Hansgrohe will exhibit at ISH 2017 with the motto "Experience Water in Revolutionary Dimensions".
This year, the Hansgrohe Group, with its brands AXOR and hansgrohe,...
DTA courses for 2017 now open
Project Design Series
Short courses starting on Tuesday 7th February
Flexible delivery - all over Australia
DTA offers a range of short courses to suit experienced designers...
Interzum 2017 Textile & Machinery Piazza
Textile & Machinery Piazza at Interzum 2017: Under the banner "Mobile Spaces", the Textile & Machinery Piazza shows that Interzum is also of great...
The.Artceram ISH preview
With ISH fast approaching (from 14-18 March in Frankfurt, Germany) here is another preview from The.Artceram which is featuring a range of products from...
Dekton outdoor kitchen at KBIS 2017
Daniel Germani debuts outdoor kitchen ASA-D2 at KBIS 2017
Last week at KBIS 2017, designer Daniel Germani debuted his outdoor kitchen ASA-D2 in collaboration with...
Scarabeo Ceramica ISH 2017 preview
We've been lucky enough to get our hands on this Scarabeo Ceramica ISH 2017 preview which includes the geometric Teorema basin, available in a range...
We’re taking a break
The Kitchen & Bathroom Blog will be taking a well-earned break over the Christmas/New Year period but we'll be back on deck in 2017...
Materials & Nature at Interzum 2017
The Materials & Nature Piazzas at Interzum 2017 will look at the roles of materials in individualisation with Katrin de Louw once again in...
Aran Cucine at Living Kitchen
Aran Cucine will attend the International Living Kitchen fair in Cologne from 16th to 22nd January 2017 showcasing two of its most popular kitchens...
Miele confirmed as AIDT sponsor for 2017 Tour
Leading appliance manufacturer Miele has been confirmed as the third AIDT sponsor for its 2017 Tour to Interzum in Cologne, Germany.
Miele is the world's...
SCM Group Australia joins AIDT’s 2017 Tour
It is with great pleasure and pride we announce SCM Group Australia has joined AIDT's 2017 Tour to Interzum as a major sponsor. The Australian...