Glass Sink From Franke

Franke will introduce a new glass kitchen sink at the UK’s Kitchen and Bath Show in March.

The Kubus is available in two models; a single bowl (KBV 611) and a bowl and a half (KBV 651) in your choice of cool Black or sleek Aqua tones.

Glass is making a new impact in the kitchen as manufacturing techniques have improved strength. Franke tested the new sinks by dropping stainless steel pans onto them.

Since many people find the price of glass countertops prohibitive, these new sinks will be a great way to add modern sleekness to kitchens. Unfortunately, it will be a while before the sink will hit the market in the U.S.

February 6, 2008June 20, 2017

Glace Penny Round Glass Tile

Glace tiles from Ann Sacks is a modern glass version of the traditional ceramic penny round tile.

In addition to 3/4″ rounds, this opaque sparkling tile is available in sheets of 1″x 6″ sticks.

Ann Sacks uses the traditional method of ladling molten glass into steel molds to form these tiles. The slow cooling process gives the tiles their aged and scattered appearance.

Since blue is the new green I expect these tiles to be very popular.

February 2, 2008

Ceramica Cielo Jungle Collection

Exotic Leather is all the rage. And since home decor often
follows the fashion runway trends it’s no surprise that
designers are very excited about the Jungle Collection from
Italian Fixture manufacturer Ceramica Cielo.

The available finishes are Monty – python skin
Dundee -brown and green crocodile skin
Deep Dundee – off-white crocodile

The sinks are finished both inside and out while the toilets are only patterned on the outside and lid.

I really like the white crocodile. It’s a great way to add an exotic feel without going overboard.

January 27, 2008June 20, 2017

Is that a BMW in your kitchen?

Recycle in style with this sleek compactor from BMW Designworks.

The Ecopod e1 holds about 50 flattened and crushed cans or plastic bottles until the removable bin is placed curbside or taken to the redemption center.

The upper compartment has extra storage for other recyclable materials like newspapers and glass bottles.

The Ecopod is $328.00 and is available online and soon through Williams Sonoma stores.