PRODUCTS | Kitchen trends Kitchen trends
A look at what’s new in the hub of the modern home Compiled by: Matt Baker
FRANKE | Gloriana
The new Gloriana tap from Franke has a swan-neck design and is available in two finishes – either chrome or brushed SilkSteel (pictured). The tap is fitted with a Neoperl aerator to give a champagne-like flow. It is operated with two side levers and is 366mm tall with a spout reach of 194mm. The tap comes with a five- year warranty on working parts and a one-year guarantee on the finish. Tel: 0161 436 6280
www.franke.co.uk
TEKA | StarBright sinks
Teka, manufacturer of appliances, sinks and taps, has launched StarBright, a new range of high-grade stainless-steel sinks. The inset sinks are available in sizes 790 x 500mm, 860 x 500mm, and 980 x 500mm, with models including single bowl, 1.5 bowl, and 2.0 bowl. Many styles of the StarBright sink are reversible, allowing customers to choose where to place the drainer and adapt to individual requirements. Tel: 0800 877 8899
www.teka.com/en-gb
DESIGN HACKS
How to render your designs in real time with Virtual Worlds
Daniel Kirkbright, training manager at Virtual Worlds, introduces a new software update that features real- time rendering for faster, more accurate designs
A lighting
real frustration for a lot of designers when using design software is not being able to see or textural effects without
rendering the design. And this takes time. So, at Virtual Worlds HQ we’ve put our best people on the case to develop the new
and exciting update, Virtual Worlds
upcoming major Professional
Version 8, due mid-2022. Version 8 will feature an exciting new graphics engine that provides real-time rendering in a level of detail never seen before. Essentially, the engine injects energy into the design where texture, light, reflection, shadow and sheen show their effect on the room as it is being constructed.
The customer benefits
Bringing the design to life and ensuring buy-in from your customer early in the process gives you that peace of mind, making it simple to identify and rectify any issues with the specification that may otherwise result in product returns. This is about as real as CAD gets. Think about woodgrain depth in furniture coming to life, or lighting schemes being adjusted in front of your customer’s eyes. So why not banish the time-consuming ‘trial and error’ process of generating photo- realistic renders of your kitchen and bathroom designs for good, and think about how Virtual Worlds Professional Version 8 can really do your designs the justice they deserve?
You can also view a video that explains this Design Hack at www.kbbreview/virtualworlds.
ABODE | New tap finishes
Responding to the trend of mixing metals in the kitchen, Abode has launched a new dual-tone finish for its Hex range of taps. Abode says the combination of materials enables designers to zone different areas of the kitchen space. The dual-tone matt black and antique brass combination can be chosen on the Hex Single Lever and the Hex Monobloc taps, plus a Single Lever Pull-Out option. Tel: 01226 283434
www.abodedesigns.co.uk
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VILLEROY & BOCH KITCHENS | Cera range
Villeroy & Boch Kitchens has launched its new Cera range, which is part of the ‘Finest’ collection. Cera offers retailers a palette of nine ceramic finishes, with bespoke and standard handleless unit configurations. There are also design features that include premium walnut interior storage solutions and water-resistant Eco-Pro carcasses and laser edges. Tel: 01922 698000
www.euromobel.co.uk
Real-time rendering with Virtual Worlds V8
For more information, please e-mail sales@
virtualworlds.co.uk or call 01908 663848
· November 2021
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