HOT, COLD & FILTERED TAPS Leanne Stansfield


Creating more personalised kitchen spaces


BKU Editor Matt Broughton speaks with Abode’s Digital & Marketing Director, Leanne Stansfield, about the company’s 2026 highlights, personalised kitchen design, boiling water tap innovation, sustainability and future product development.


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026 has already been a significant year for Abode, with the company


celebrating industry recognition, returning to KBB Birmingham and unveiling several new product developments. A major milestone came at the start of the year


when Abode achieved ‘Great Place To Work’ certification across the UK, Ireland and South Africa - something Abode Digital & Marketing Director, Leanne Stansfield, believes reflects the wider culture behind the brand. “Since the company began in 2002, we’ve


been on an incredible journey,” says Leanne. “This certification recognises the passion, commitment and expertise of everyone within the Abode family.” The team also enjoyed a strong reception at


KBB Birmingham, where it showcased several new launches, including its latest boiling water tap collection and Linaro Granite Sinks. “KBB gave us a fantastic opportunity to


demonstrate how customers can create seamless product pairings with Abode,” Leanne explains. “The response to the new launches was incredibly positive.” The success continued beyond the show, with


the Persona boiling water tap winning ‘Best Kitchen Tap’ at the Ideal Home Awards 2026.


Product pairing and personalisation For Abode, the growing demand for coordinated


kitchen design continues to influence product development. “Personalised design is becoming increasingly important, and consumers are looking for products that work together visually as well as functionally,” says Leanne. “We want to help customers elevate everyday essentials while responding to the latest interior trends.” This approach has shaped the company’s


updated boiling water tap collection, designed to offer a wider choice of styles, finishes and features. The collection includes options such as the


industrial-inspired Arkitect, the customisable Persona, the Nordic-influenced Scandi X, the classic Oxbury, the nature-led Organico and the professional-style Arkitect Flex Pro. “Early boiling water taps were often larger and


more industrial in appearance,” Leanne explains. “We wanted to create a collection that gives homeowners the freedom to choose a style that genuinely suits their kitchen.” The taps are supplied with Abode’s PB3X


boiler, featuring patent-pending ECO mode technology, while integrated water optimisation filters help maintain performance and reduce limescale build-up.


Sustainability and long-term thinking Environmental responsibility remains a key focus for Abode, with the company continuing its Planet Mark certification journey: “We’ve been working with Planet Mark for four years now and continue to demonstrate measurable


improvements,” says Leanne. “Sustainability has to be something that delivers real long-term benefits, both for customers and the planet.” The brand continues to focus on reducing


waste, improving efficiency and developing products that support more conscious choices. “Boiling and filtered water taps are a great


example,” Leanne adds. “They can help reduce single-use plastics, offer water-saving features and provide lasting value without compromising on quality or performance.” The remainder of 2026 will see Abode


continue expanding across kitchens and bathrooms, with further launches planned: “Listening to retailers and end users is fundamental to how we develop products,” says Leanne. “The insights we gather help us refine existing ranges and create solutions that address real needs.” Upcoming developments include further


additions to the sink portfolio, new brassware collections, more boiling and filtered water tap designs, and accessories designed to enhance the kitchen wet zone. The company will also launch a new spares


tower and tap-spares site later this year, designed to improve aftercare support. “It’s a major service enhancement for our


customers,” Leanne concludes. “We want to make sure support is as organised and accessible as possible, long after installation.”


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