Products for a high-functioning, chill-out kitchen where you can cook, eat, socialise and spend time in.
25 September 2024
Text by Disa Tan
(Top image) Zoning an open-plan kitchen near to eat-in facilities like a dining table or island counter changes the way families interact with one another while food is prepared. It makes cooking less of a chore and more of a fun activity with family and friends. Look into create matching or complementing counter and dining surfaces with the sophisticated-looking and high-performance Silestone® Le Chic collection. You’ll find spectacular stone-inspired designs with expressive veins and metallic accents that can be applied to custom furniture and even backsplashes.
Silestone® Le Chic collection is available at Cosentino, www.cosentino.com
If you like to cook and socialise at the same time, an island hob feature is much more inclusive than cooking alone in the back kitchen. Better yet, there are invisible cooktops or a countertop which you can cook directly on, thus reclaiming precious countertop space once the cooking’s done. Invisacook is an induction hob installed beneath the countertop and it heats compatible cookware much faster than gas or electric cooktops. This revolutionary seamless cooking surface is also one of the safest, as the countertop itself is not hot to the touch so there’s less risk of accidental burns.
Invisacook induction hob to be launched in Singapore in Q3/Q4 2024. For more info, visit www.invisacook.com
For those who prefer seamless handles for their kitchen cabinets, it’s best to opt for laminate finishes with antibacterial attributes. As cabinets are usually high touch areas, having antibacterial surfaces can repel pesky microbes from settling down in your kitchen. Admira’s Wabisabi laminate series is antibacterial and can offer long-lasting protection against bacteria and viruses. Rest assured that its antimicrobial properties will not diminish even with wear and scratches.
Wabisabi laminate series is available at Admira, www.admira.sg
Having on-demand filtered water brings a major boost of convenience to your kitchen, as you can enjoy or serve your guests fresh drinking water in a heartbeat. This is why you need BLANCO’s FONTAS-S II mixer tap, a 3-in-1 mixer tap that offers cold, warm and filtered water. What’s more, its flexible pull-out spout allows you to wash the sink easily or fill up the kettle, pot or the coffee machine reservoir. With its multi-stage filter hidden discreetly under the sink, there’s more countertop space available for food prep needs or serving food to your guests.
FONTAS-S II mixer tap is available at BLANCO, www.blanco.com
Homes are becoming more intelligent with modern automation, and now there are even AI-enabled ovens to take over your cooking in the kitchen. Equipped with artificial intelligence, the Bosch Series 8 ovens have highly sensitive sensors and a three-point meat probe to churn out perfect cakes, roasts and other culinary delights that are sure to earn you praise. The oven’s intuitive Oven Assistant also suggests suitable settings and cooking programmes for the best culinary results.
Bosch Series 8 ovens, www.bosch-home.com.sg
While we appreciate the hardwearing nature of stainless steel sinks, it can get rather irksome hearing the loud splatter of water running into the sink. For some ear relief, especially if your kitchen’s an open-concept space with lots of activity, the Maris Quiet Bowl Series from Franke can absorb these annoying water noises. This extra large and wide single bowl is made of stainless steel, but is equipped with Franke’s exclusive Quiet Pad system. It’s a double coating pad that reduces noise by 20 per cent so you can wash up or food prep in total tranquillity.
Maris Quiet Bowl Series from Franke is available at Econflo, www.econflo.com
There’s a certain allure about natural materials like wood that evoke a feeling of sanctuary or harmony, but we wouldn’t recommend it in the kitchen because of its tiresome upkeep. Consider vinyl flooring with a natural aesthetic instead, such as the Harmony luxury vinyl plank series. Inspired by natural timber, these vinyl planks bestow a rich and beautiful texture to your kitchen. They are also 100 per cent phthalate-free with antibacterial properties and are scratch-resistant, making them an ideal choice for households with kids and pets.
Harmony vinyl plank series is available at Wood Culture, www.woodculture.com.sg
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