InDesign - April 2012

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A week in the life of Mark Howorth

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At this year’s Hotelympia exhibition, a new design award was introduced that recognises the best hotel suites. The winner, featured on page six, created what the designers from RPW Design call a “city apartment”, with stunning interiors and the latest technology. This reflects the trend of making luxury hotels look like a home from home, and this issue we look at some of the latest designs for hotels as part of a focus on hospitality interiors.

Technology is integrated into many of the latest high-spec home interiors, and this month we find out about how systems can seamlessly control everything from audio and TV equipment to lighting and temperature. it all helps to add an exciting high-tech element to cutting-edge concepts.

Also in this issue we look at the latest designs for stairs and balustrades, both for the home and commercial interiors, as well as ideas for tiling and surface design.

Home interiors will also be under the spotlight at this year’s grand Designs Live show at London exCel in May. in this issue, we look ahead to this event aimed at both professional designers and consumers, which provides ideas and innovations for every room of the home. go to page 49 to find out about a special offer for in.Design readers which means that you can claim up to two free tickets if you visit on a weekday.

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Award winners for design at this year’s Hotelympia

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new owners of 100% Design reveal their plans

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Mark Howorth of Callender Howorth enjoys the high life

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Ochre to host Clerkenwell festival networking event

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sustainability ‘needs to be addressed’ in interiors

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Hotel interiors focus: new hotels in Coventry and Ukraine

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step up to view the latest staircases and balustrades

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The latest cutting-edge technologies for home interiors

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new collections and design ideas for surfaces and tiling

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A preview of May’s grand Designs Live, plus reader offer

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In.Dustry Suite success in Hotelympia awards

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eading interior design practice RPW Design has won the inaugural Hotelympia Design Award for its work on the Mandarin Oriental hotel in London.

it impressed judges with its designs for the refurbishment of the Royal suite, conceived as a city apartment mixing contemporary chic with Victorian heritage. The detailing in the suite reflects the quality of the Mandarin Oriental’s signature style, from the ornate Maya Romanoff wallpaper to the bespoke, double-tiered rock crystal chandelier in the dining room.

Hotelympia exhibition at London exCel

by Jenny gibbs, founder and principal of KLC school of Design in London. it was one of several competitions and awards at Hotelympia, the trade show for the hospitality industry which took place last month.

They also included the Hotelympia innovation Awards, rewarding new ideas being showcased at the exhibition. A self-stabilising table, stableTable, won the innovation award in the category of design.

stableTable Made in sweden, it is a unique patented table base that automatically adjusts to any uneven surface through a mechanical system inside a table’s central pillar.

The judges include Michelin-starred chef Jason Atherton and Robbie Bargh, founder of hospitality design consultancy gorgeous group.

The apartment also features a sweeping balcony large enough for 40 guests and running the length of the suite, plus the latest Bang & Olufsen sound and visual systems.

The award was introduced to reward the UK’s most luxurious and desirable hotel suite. The judging panel included Alex Polizzi of Channel 5’s Hotel inspector, her mother Olga Polizzi, who is director of design for the Rocco Forte Collection, Michael Attenborough, the head of design at Radisson edwardian Hotels, and Robert Cook, the chief executive of Malmaison and Hotel du Vin. The award was presented to RPW Design’s managing director Jan Wilson at the

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Ambitious new plans for 100% Design

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he new owners of the 100% Design show have revealed plans to reverse the event’s decline with new features to improve the visitor experience. The exhibition, which has been running for 15 years, has been acquired from Reed exhibitions by Media 10, which runs the ideal Home show, grand Designs Live and Clerkenwell Design Week.

After 100% Design attracted more than 18,000 visitors to earls Court last year, Media 10’s design portfolio director Daren newton said they planned to more than double that figure to 40,000. The new-look event will be split into four areas under the 100% Design umbrella: 100% interiors, 100% Office, 100% Kitchens and Bathrooms and 100% eco Design and Build. each area will be marketed through its different channel, and Media 10’s new strategy will help it fulfil the aim of at least 10,000 visitors in each zone, which will be filled with large and small companies. All the zones will be entered by a “tunnel”, delivering the visitor to the heart of the four zones.

“The demise of the show can be attributed to the fact that the right brands haven’t been there,” Daren said, speaking to in.Design’s sister magazine, stand Out. “We do need to bring the big and cool brands back.” He said many lapsed exhibitors were poised to sign up for the 2012 show which takes place at earls Court from september 19 to 22. “They are brands that once made the show what it was and, if you mix them with the smaller brands, then it completes the reason for someone to come.”

Forbo Flooring at last year’s 100% Design As well as a bar in the centre, Media 10 is introducing a restaurant with a Michelinstarred chef. “We want to make sure that the visitor experience is perfect and, to do that, we need to use what once was exhibitor space as feature space and networking areas,” Daren added. “The show needs glamour: we have a large production budget and the visitors we want to attract expect something extra.”

He said they wanted 100% Design to be the “epicentre” of the London Design Festival which runs from september 15 to 23. The festival’s director, William Knight, has been

appointed as events director of 100% Design. Daren said: “100% Design needs to be brought back to its former glory, and he believes that 100% Design needs to work as the show where business is done.”

Other improvements will include a 200-seater auditorium that will link via satellite the best speakers in the design industry. Daren said it would be a “global interactive conference”, with the audience having voting keypads and the latest technologies to join in on the debate via social networks. For more updates, visit www.100percentdesign.co.uk.

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Mark Howorth moved to the UK from California in the early 1990s and, after a spell running a London art gallery, began his own interior design practice Callender Howorth. For more than 12 years, the practice has worked on a wide range of projects from country houses and London apartments to retail and office projects

A week in the life of…

Mark Howorth

Monday Mondays usually kick off first with a team meeting in London. This week is a fun one, as a large ski chalet is due for completion in Villars, France. The project is a culmination of two years’ work. The chalet itself was designed by sir Richard Rogers and we have completed all of the interior design and styling. As i write, we have three enormous lorries clearing customs in switzerland, which we will meet at the chalet tonight. tuesday D Day at the chalet – it’s been interesting.

The lorries actually could not get up the final narrow roads to the chalet, so we have had to rent three small vans with an army of helpers to offload, reload and get all of the goods to the chalet. This problem aside, there is still a real buzz in the air as all the new furniture and art arrives. The client is due in tomorrow so we have 24 hours to get everything installed and styled to perfection prior to their arrival, so lots to do! We also have an army of builders to supervise as they finish final joinery issues.

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Wednesday After an all-nighter and lots of coffee and swiss chocolate, we are finished 20 minutes before our client arrives. We have managed to get all the log fires burning, stunning flower displays everywhere and the champagne ready – it really is looking great. i am very pleased, relieved and exhausted.

The chalet is at such a high altitude that the clouds have come in, and today they are actually resting beneath the chalet so there is a real sense of calm and serenity to the place. Clients arrived and were thrilled with how it all looks.

thursday Back in London, and an early meeting with a developer in Chelsea. We are working on a large project for them to design and build four houses and 12 apartments. A great meeting, and then we were treated to lunch by the client. Back to the studio to meet with the contractors who are building our new studio space. We have found a great loft space in the old Morelands gin factory in Clerkenwell. As we often entertain clients at the studio, we have designed a fantastic bar and dining area which we will put to good effect!

All pictures: chalet in Villars Friday Off to nice on the first flight out (ugh).

Meeting a long-standing client who we are now designing a villa for, in the hills above nice. We do lots of projects in the south of France and, being a complete Francophile, i really love working there. The French have a great way of getting things done whilst having a great lunch! sadly i am not happy with the quality of the new build team and have had to really assert – in professional French – that the standards are just not t

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s good enough. We managed to find an agreement, but will really need to watch the progress on site and the quality issues. staying down for the weekend at my 300-year-old apartment on the flower market in Vieux nice. i love the space as it is a rambling, fresco- and beam-filled grotto!

There are views across the bay of nice and it feels a bit like you are on a plane coming to land at nice airport in the distance. eight people for dinner tonight so having to dash to the local market as i will be making tartiflette (a very rich, creamy, cheese potato dish). Yum. 7pm: first glass of sancerre. great week. t

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s Saturday Lazy start. Meet some friends for coffee at my local café and discuss the upcoming election. The French love to debate, and it always makes me smile at how passionate they become with words and hand gestures!

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what one will find. There is an exceptional chandelier shop run by a Parisian called Bernard on a tiny back street in Antibes. He finds items from all over France and i am lucky to see and agree on this occasion on some amazing Baccarat chandeliers for a client in st Tropez.

Sunday Midday flight back to London from nice –

always sad to leave. But i need to meet with my creative director to review a pitch for a large country house that we are presenting first thing Monday morning. Back to studio by 4pm and i’m greeted by the largest bouquet of flowers i have ever seen – a thank you from our client in Villars. i am really touched by this as they are clearly pleased with the final result and i realise that i truly do have a great job.

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Ochre to host Clerkenwell networking event The build-up has begun for Clerkenwell Design Week in May, featuring a three-day programme of more than 150 events

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ritish-based furniture, lighting and accessory design company Ochre is to host a special evening networking event for members of the British institute of interior Design (BiiD) as part of Clerkenwell Design Week.

Taking place on Wednesday May 23 from 6pm to 9pm, the event will give designers the opportunity to see the influential Ochre collection first hand and appreciate the company’s aesthetic for the beauty of the understated and its emphasis on high-quality materials, flawless British craftsmanship and technical virtuosity.

Located in the heart of Clerkenwell on Britton street, Ochre’s exclusive showroom opened in December 2011. This arresting space is a destination for those in search of discreet interior glamour. Ochre was founded in 1996 and has emerged as an international cult brand that continues to grow organically while staying true to its considered and crafted design roots.

Ochre’s showroom At the BiiD event, designers will have the opportunity to win an Ochre Arctic Pear Table Lamp in a special prize draw. The Arctic Pear Table Lamp features a patinated, bronze frame with a two-tiered rim of solid clear glass drops and retails at £1,710.

“Clerkenwell Design Week’s popularity continues to increase year after year,” said BiiD president Diana Yakeley. “it has become a prominent fixture in every designer’s calendar, and we are delighted to be supporting its programme of activities. We also thank Ochre for their support during this major international festival. The Ochre showroom is an arresting space and the perfect place to hold a stylish event during

the design week. We look forward to an informative and entertaining evening.”

Clerkenwell is home to over 60 showrooms, a multitude of architectural and creative practices and provides the perfect location for the design festival. Back for its third year after a record number of visitors in 2011, Clerkenwell Design Week runs from May 22 to 24, featuring an exciting three-day programme of more than 150 events, pop-up exhibitions, installations, talks, performances, music and workshops, showcasing cutting-edge design from some of the biggest names in the industry. Visit www.clerkenwelldesignweek.com for more information.

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Sustainability ‘needs to be addressed’ in interiors

Donna Staples of interior designers and architects practice Pellings champions environmental issues in interior design

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onna staples from the British institute of interior Design’s environment Committee helped to raise awareness of environmental issues in interior design through a talk delivered as part of the Designing green interiors event.

Donna, who is associate at interior designers and architects practice Pellings, gave an insightful seminar to an audience of designers and materials developer delegates. she addressed the experiences and challenges of using and specifying sustainable materials for interior design projects. she also discussed the tools available to designers and looked in depth at the BRe green guide, an online tool used for checking the score of business elements and covers fabric elements, to floor finishes.

The event was organised by the eRDFfunded inCrops enterprise Hub and held at the Building Research establishment (BRe) in

Watford. it was aimed at interior designers, architects, developers, building contractors and manufacturers of interior materials. “sustainability issues are increasingly at the forefront of the design process and need to be addressed on a whole project basis, from early design to detailed advice for building users,” Donna said. “sustainable development criteria are embedded in the planning process and our architects are able to advise closely and work with clients to ensure project proposals meet the requirements of the local authority. “it is important clients’ aims and objectives are understood and designers are aware of legislation and options. Products also require standardisation, and correct accreditation should be put onto their use within the market. There are many challenges facing sustainability in design. However, opportunities do exist and it is imperative that we raise awareness of these issues.”

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Donna staples of Pellings is a body that aims to stimulate, through new business assistance and activity, the commercialisation of new bio-renewable and low-carbon products from alternative and non-food crop feedstock. Designing green interiors addressed the issue of how the interior design market addresses “green”’ issues. inCrops is planning to run a series of follow-on events on the use of bio-based materials and sustainable design in 2012 and 2013.

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cross europe, the regeneration of buildings and cities for the 21st century has inspired architects and designers to honour the past while creating something for the future. They have been keen to integrate elements of a location’s industrial and cultural heritage into their projects – something that is illustrated by two newly completed hotels in two industrial centres at opposite ends of europe: Coventry in the UK and Zaporozhye in Ukraine.

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The designs of two new hotels at opposite ends of Europe demonstrate the combination of contemporary interiors with local heritage

Atrium at Premier inn, Coventry

Premier inn, Coventry Coventry has suffered over the past century from the decline of its key industries, from ribbon-making to car manufacturing, as well as the destruction of many of its historic buildings during World War Two. One that survived was Coventry City College, built in 1935 and a fine example of Art Deco architecture. its frontage was a homage to the Doric facades of classical greek architecture, complete with columns and portico, decorated with Art Deco mouldings depicting the technology of the 1930s. The college in earlsdon Park closed in 2008, but owner MCD Developments has preserved the two-storey building by converting it into a hotel, with future plans for an office complex.

MCD brought in construction specialist Leadbitter group to carry out the £6million project which involved restoring many original features inside and out as well as creating a new third storey to accommodate 42 bedrooms for Whitbread’s Premier inn.

About 300 original Crittall steel windows were restored along with some feature

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the rooms, Leadbitter chose to have whole “pods” built off-site, down to the pictures on the walls and carpets on the floor. elements europe provided 59 bathroom pods using its solopod system and 42 bedroom modules using its Roompod system.

Bar at Premier inn, Coventry leaded lights. The original tiles on the walls and floor of the central entrance hall and two wings either side of the main foyer also needed pain-staking restoration.

The space studio which has worked on numerous hospitality projects from the eaton Hotel in edgbaston, West Midlands, to a fivestar resort on the Cape Verde islands. For

senior project manager Kevin O’Brien of Leadbitter group says this meant the top floor of the hotel could be completed relatively quickly. “Once the pods were delivered to site, we were able to install five or six a day,” he says. “When utilising this method of construction, it is vital that every detail is covered at the design stage, as there is absolutely no room for mistakes.

On site, we installed a steel frame onto the existing roof, in order to spread the load of the bedroom pods. All we then needed to do at the third floor was to install the services once the bedrooms were in t

Other major features that Leadbitter brought back to their former glory include the central lightwell atrium, which was originally built as an open well, flanked by Art Deco columns rising to the full height of the building. Also restored were the two original terrazzo staircases sweeping down either side of the lightwell, complete with bronze handrails.

The refurbished building is made up of a hotel reception, restaurant and kitchen on the ground floor, with space for offices on the first floor and part of the ground floor.

On the second floor are 58 hotel rooms plus another 42 on the newly built third storey.

The interiors were designed for Whitbread by architectural and interior design practice

Room at Premier inn, Coventry

24 : in.TeRnATiOnAL s place, and then dry line, decorate and carpet the corridors.”

The result is an impressive landmark building that combines modern interiors with original Art Deco features, maintaining a link with a time when Coventry was the British centre for motor manufacturing and other industries.

Five Points by Sheraton nearly 2,000 miles east of Coventry, in the former soviet republic of Ukraine, is another industrial city, Zaporozhye – which is twinned with Coventry’s neighbouring Birmingham.

This major city continues to be Ukraine’s centre for motor manufacturing, and the region’s heritage is reflected in a major new project on the banks of the Dnieper River: the first starwood hotel in Ukraine.

The flagship new-build Five Points by sheraton hotel has 164 rooms and suites, with stylish interiors by JOi-Design. Corinna Kretschmar-Joehnk, co-managing director of JOi-Design, explains: “starwood’s debut into the Ukrainian marketplace is a significant milestone. it was especially important to us that our design would honour and interpret the region’s rich heritage through a fresh, contemporary lens fit for the booming economic and cultural growth of this important industrial centre and transportation hub. As a result, natural materials such as warm timber and locallysourced stone are prevalent, and we have implemented traditional patterns from a modern perspective.”

On entering the elegant lobby, guests are greeted by the sunflower, a folklore symbol representing Ukraine’s fertile lands.

Overhead, an abstraction of this motif shines

Bar at Five Points down in the form of a chandelier crafted from glass balls in both clear and gold, while the pattern of the cream marble floor is a magnified reflection of the flower’s petals.

Following the lines of the lobby’s curved shell are two sweeping staircases with lit marble steps that cast an ethereal glow to create drama. Another design detail is inspired by the country’s heritage: the traditional Ukrainian colour pairing of blue and yellow. This is harmoniously translated into the design of a sleek reception desk, with backlit frosted panels and a gilded woven screen reminiscent of the compact florets within a large sunflower blossom.

This colour duo also extends to the other public areas through accents such as the cushions on the plush tawny leather sofas

and lounge chairs in the library, wine bar and café.

The Flavors restaurant has a natural feel, using contrasting tones of light and dark walnut timber to create a connection with Ukraine’s nickname as the “bread basket of europe”, coming from the region’s rich soils and abundant harvests. The sunflower shape appears again, at both the frosted glass entry door as well as in the marble inlay in the oak planks which elegantly wind through the restaurant to form the circulation areas. Fresh celadon green cushions, flaxen wallcovering and glowing pendant lights all help create a warm and relaxing dining atmosphere. Modern paintings illustrate figures from folklore, tying together the design’s overall concept and t

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Both pictures: Presidential suite at Five Points s demonstrating once again how tradition and modernity can be stylishly merged.

This interpretation continues in the guest rooms. A traditional Cossack pattern has been transformed into the carpet’s contemporary diamond design, forming a crisp contrast to the room’s warm oak timber finishes. in the bathrooms, blue mosaic glass tiles allude to the nearby river.

The architecturally impressive Presidential suite is a small residence located within a bridge between the hotel’s two

main buildings. inside, the ambiance is comfortably elegant thanks to the warm and sophisticated palette. Fitted with white marble and rich timber floors, the Presidential suite features individually detailed embellishments, such as the small cream-coloured porcelain tiles on the mirrors. in the large in-room spa, guests can soak in the freestanding tub or recline on the chaise longue. guests have panoramic views of the Dnieper River or the cityscape of Zaporozhye while relaxing in elegant interiors that subtly combine contemporary design with Ukraine’s rich heritage.

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more corrosive, coastal environment and the provision of rust-proofed steel sheets on the underside of the units give additional protection. These features are standard across the Daikin range.

Daikin Altherma was specified by the Bryant & Reina group as air/water heat pump systems are a perfect match for a mix of under-floor and radiator heating in new-build properties. The low-temperature Daikin Altherma integrated split heat pump and DHW cylinder was considered an ideal solution for this development.

Having previous experience of the “complete” Daikin Altherma system on an earlier project, the client specified space Air to supply for The View development. Prefabricated ancillary piping kits only available from space Air simplify the installation and ensure that each system can be exactly replicated.

Mark Houghton from space Air solutions said: “This project is an excellent example of where the build quality of Daikin equipment really counts, not just in terms of performance and reliability but also, with the outdoor units all pre-treated to resist corrosion from the coastal environment, longevity in relatively harsh conditions.”

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Stairway to paradise Mark Ludmon looks at some of the creative ideas for staircases and balustrades

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taircases are a functional necessity in every home but, according to bespoke stair and balustrade specialist Bisca, progress in design and use of materials means they can be attention-grabbing design statements in their own right. in a project in Hertfordshire, Bisca’s brief was to create an impressive focal point that would not only join the ground to the first and second floors but also harmonise with a large, striking glass atrium. Bisca’s team came up with an exciting, swirling sculptural design in which a continuous sequence of walnut treads and risers, supported by mild steel stringers, gracefully overhang at each side so that the treads appear almost to float. At the foot of the stairs, the hand-stitched leather handrails curve down to the floor on either side to form sweeping newels that are also leather clad.

Bisca staircase in Hertfordshire

Working within the constraints of an historic building need not be a problem for designers wanting to create contemporarylooking staircases. The refurbishment of the

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Hi-MACs at newcastle University students Union 180-year-old listed students union building at newcastle University by FaulknerBrowns Architects included the main central staircase for the five-storey building. As the integral structure and fabric had to remain intact, cladding of the staircase was allowed only if it retained the original feature. The architects’ solution was to use natural stone acrylic Hi-MACs in nordic White. Hi-MACs, which was used throughout the building, was particularly useful for this project as the material will not be stained or damaged by student flyposting.

Beautifully designed balustrades with a stunning finish can dramatically enhance a space, says ian Page, general manager of Kee safety, a leading supplier of railing systems. “stainless steel, a favourite with many interior designers, provides a sleek and tidy solution that has maximum durability in comparison to many other materials,” he adds. some stainless-steel solutions require welding, cutting and special tools but the Kee stainless solution is a modular alternative that removes these needs. it allows for a quick and efficient

install, with little skill or labour required.

“This method will also save on design and installation costs, without compromising on the quality and safety of the finished design,” ian adds.

Key safety has expanded its stainlesssteel balustrade range, upgrading its high-specification Kee stainless tube and component system to offer new options for a broader range of interior and exterior applications. it features a greater range of handrail, base and infill options, including t

32 : in.VOgUe s frameless glass balustrades, wooden handrailing, glass, bar and mesh infill panels and a wider selection of fitting types to meet specific application requirements and components suitable for outdoor use. it is now available in grade 316 stainless steel tube alongside grade 304 stainless steel.

A new concept in glass balustrades has been launched by Zapp Balustrades.

Designed for balconies and terraces of private apartments, houses, and hotels, the new Citila is an aluminium framed heightadjustable glass screen. it is finely counterbalanced which means they can be easily adjusted by hand to either the full height or any intermediate height. Available in four sizes and manufactured in sweden, the glass balustrade comprises an aluminium frame with laminated glass in the fixed and moving sections. The fixed section can be supplied with translucent glass or other materials. With a standard finish of satin anodised aluminium, other surface finishes can be specified such as powder

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Ledpod from Klik systems coating or anodising in a range of colours.

For installation, the glass screen system uses various stainless steel connectors and fasteners. Other options available are automatic locking, lock with key, overhead hanging fixed glass and electric operation.

From Australia comes a new concept for illuminating stairways and balustrades. Klik systems, a manufacturer of architectural fixtures and fittings, won the 2011 Australian Luminaire Design Award last year with its “snap in” LeD luminaire, the Ledpod. it is designed for handrails of any size and focuses light downwards on stairs and paths. A specially designed heat sink solved the problem of heat on the glass lens and handrail which does not exceed 35 degrees Centigrade. The Ledpod fits flush into a handrail, installed with a simple push and removed with a quarter turn. “it was important to me to have the luminaire located out of view under the handrail, effectively lighting the stairs or walkway with good vertical illumination while minimising glare,” says Klik systems design manager Paul Roos. “Ledpod is particularly useful where no overhead lighting is possible.” it adds to the options available for designers looking for practical solutions and creative ideas for staircases and balconies.

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Intelligent design Mark Ludmon finds out how innovations in technology are offering designers new ideas for creating an “intelligent” home

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t next month’s grand Designs Live show at London exCel, a new section has been created dedicated to the “automated home”. it will present new technology, from the ebode Lightspeaker, which combines low-consumption LeD lighting with wireless sound, to iQ glass, an eco-efficient heating system that

uses “intelligent” glass. This reflects a revolutionary move towards the “connected” home, says Will Brocklebank, director and head of technology at Face to Face Digital, which designs, installs and maintains total residential technology systems. “Our modern lives mean our homes multi-task as never before: a kitchen is simultaneously a place to feed the family, somewhere to relax

A Devon barn conversion with total control by Crestron and also a makeshift office to bash out an email while grabbing a coffee,” he explains.

“The data that flows round the house, from our thermostats, washing machines, TVs, computers and door entry systems forms the heartbeat of our home.”

For instance, Will says the new technology means you can equip a home with boiler

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Caple Lift oven control that allows heat and hot water to be changed via a computer or smartphone anywhere in the world. He points out that studies by the Carbon Trust show that premises with “well-controlled systems” can save 15 to 30 per cent annually.

Crestron, a leading manufacturer of advanced control and automation systems, offers integrated solutions to control audio, video, computer and environmental systems. its Total Home Technology solution allows blinds, lights, temperature or audio-visual equipment to be controlled from a touch panel, iPad, remote or customised keypad, such as wall-mounted touch screens. With the Crestron Mobile Pro app, they can even be controlled via a smartphone or tablet PC while away from the home. Crestron

products also help cut energy costs, using its green Light occupancy and photocell sensors that harness natural daylight to automatically dim lighting while maintaining a consistent light level. new products from Crestron include its wireless CLWi-DiMUeX lighting dimmers for integrated lighting control. it has also introduced the new compact 2.8-inch touch screen TPMC-3sMD which expands on its popular TPMC-4sM line by offering a discreet, stylish and affordable solution that is designed to fit into a single gang wall box.

This sleekly designed device enables users the convenience of one-touch control for lights, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, all AV sources and security without obscuring a home’s décor.

innovations in designing automated homes are recognised each year by the Custom electronic Design and installation Association with its CeDiA Awards, with categories for integrated home projects of all sizes. Judging for the 2012 awards is under way in the run-up to April’s ceremony at Hampton Court Palace in surrey, but last year’s winners highlight what is now possible. sMC, a leading specialist in communication, entertainment, environmental control, lighting and security systems, won for a project for a home in Chelsea, London. it included a dedicated media room, with CAT5 cabling for HD and ethernet connectivity for the home entertainment system, plus further integration of lighting controls and the heating, ventilation and air conditioning. it had a strong emphasis on security, t

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Lutron’s serena shades s allowing the CCTV to be viewed through both the television and AMX touchscreens in the property. There was also a secure video entry system, again operated through the AMX system. new smart functionality has been added to the high-tech Meridian Digital Media system which gives centralised access to collections of CDs and digital audio files. Distributed

by Rs AV solutions, it can be controlled with either a touchscreen-based system, Control 15, or with a smartphone, computer or tablet PC through the Media Core 200 system. Using a free app from the iTunes

app store, the user can enjoy an immersive, graphically rich browsing experience on their iPad.

interface with a CCTV system and TV as well as be programmed to forward to a telephone.

When it comes to security, door entry systems are increasing functionality, although no systems yet allow for wireless connection with smartphones or tablet PCs. At door entry specialist intelligent Home, new functionality has been added for leading brand Cronus. its video door system, available in white and black, has been enhanced with two-wire technology which means video and audio are transmitted through the power cable. it can also

Lutron electronics Co, a specialist in light control, has introduced its latest serena remote-controlled shades solution to europe. easily installed with only two brackets and four screws, the shades are operated by Lutron’s iR remotes or other programmable universal remotes, allowing them to be adjusted from anywhere in the room.

They are made with a unique insulating honeycomb fabric which keeps a room cooler in the summer and warmer in the t

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Meridian Digital Media system on iPad s winter. Powered by Triathlon technology providing a three-year battery life, they are available in a range of colours and fabric opacities, from sheer and translucent to room darkening.

Lutron has also launched its new HomeWorks Qs whole-home control solution into europe, adding control of temperature and audiovisual components. it includes wireless technology to operate window coverings via Lutron’s Clear Connect radio frequency technology and the ability to dim highefficacy light sources, helping to save energy.

The kitchen is becoming the hub of many homes – creating the term “social living kitchen” – and new products reflect this trend. At last month’s KBB Birmingham show, sensio Lighting launched the sensio Koch range which includes smart Kitchen that allows people to control everything within the room through a smartphone or tablet PC. sensio Koch’s smart Drive provides multimedia control throughout the home, enabling people to switch lighting on and off as well dimming and brightening for the perfect lighting combination. it can also link into video cameras, allowing outdoor living areas to be monitored through live streams on a smartphone.

Lighting control by sensio Lighting Also for the kitchen, appliance specialist Caple has introduced the new sense oven, C5100 Lift, which rises smoothly from a flush position on the worktop at the press of a button. it can be lowered into the work surface while continuing to cook food – with crush-prevention sensors to ensure fingers are not caught. The oven, which has a stainless-steel interior and three telescopic glass shelves, features 13 touch-control functions including pizza and bread-making programmes.

Appliances like this enable designers to integrate technology into a project seamlessly and smartly. “There is also a significant design impetus behind the increasing intelligence and inter-operability of systems,” says Will at Face to Face Digital.

“How often has one seen a beautiful interior blighted by a hospital beige air conditioning

Cronus entry system contoller or thermostat box? integrated systems can remove the complexity and ugliness of these many differing controls and present the modern home-owner with a simple, clear control screen that incorporates all these tasks and more.” They are no longer a luxury for the “flashiest” homes but represent good commercial sense, he adds.

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Back to the surface Mark Ludmon reports on the latest designs and collections from specialists in tiling and other surface designs

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Liberty Purple which expresses the colour in an irregular palette of plum, aubergine, lavender and amethyst. “Purple is not a ‘safe’ colour like neutral creams, browns and greys,” Tom adds. “it is a bold statement that expresses confidence, style, even opulence.”

Having talked to architects, designers and tiling retailers across the UK, Tom has spotted a renewed enthusiasm for the purple spectrum. Trend itself has introduced the dramatic glass mosaic designs of

shades of purple run throughout Trend’s new online catalogue of authentic italian glass mosaic tiles at www.Trend-gB.com. its newest collection is the piccolo format 1cm x 1cm. Often known as micro mosaic tiles, these tiny glass squares have the decorative and long-lasting properties of the 2cm format but are perfect for more intricate décor panels, borders, floors, walls and ceilings, minimising the pixelated t

old purples are in vogue, according to italian glass tiles specialist Trend, inspired by the traditional colour of wealth and status. “it’s the mark of royalty and Roman emperors, which is why it is known as imperial purple,” says Trend’s UK sales director Tom Anderson. “it is deep and rich, combining the coolness of blue with the hotness of red, and in the hands of the right designer can make strong, sophisticated decorative statements.”

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Taylor’s etc Vintage collection s effect on complex mosaic designs when used with colour-matched grout lines.

The collection of 45 different colours and textures features quarter-size versions of Trend’s popular Vitreo, Brillante and shining mix-and-match series, its eco-friendly Feel contemporary tiles and the exquisite Aureo 24-carat glass mosaics.

The latest range of tiles to be released by interiors specialist Taylor’s etc follows the current trend for kitsch styling. its Vintage collection is ideal for bringing a touch of vintage charm, with mix-and-match design options from a selection of 40 individual tile patterns. As well as for kitchens and bathrooms, Taylor’s etc is recommending them for living areas, offering a creative alternative to the standard use of block colour or patterned wallpaper. The tiles measure 6.75cm by 6.75cm.

A new range of Listello decorative glass and porcelain tile borders is the latest launch from RAK Ceramics. Designed to co-ordinate with its popular Lounge tiles and slab collection, the borders can be used to create stylish, decorative features on walls and floors. six designs are included in the

RAK Ceramics Listello tile border new range, with each border measuring 30x4.9cm. it features square and rectangle designs, with both polished and matt finishes. Options include polished black or beige with rectangular glass stud inset, or polished ivory or dark grey with two square glass stud insets. new colours have been launched for Hi-MACs, the solid surface solution made of natural stone powder and acrylic resin created by Lg Hausys. The new generation

of galaxy colours go by the names of Andromeda, Carina, new Moon and Hercules and have an elegant and quartz-like appearance. The range of solid colours has been enhanced, with a new shade, Midnight grey, chosen by architect Jean nouvel for Hotel Puerta América in Madrid and now part of the standard Hi-MACs colour range.

The full colour palette is also now available for download in CAD-compatible format. new ideas for tiling and other surfaces were presented at the surface Design t

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s show in February, where over 100 exhibitors showcased their products to more than 3,600 architects, interior designers and specifiers. Among the many innovative new products launched at the show were Travertine World’s new metal/stone tile – a travertine stone beautifully impregnated with copper and brass, polished and lacquered to a top-quality finish. The stylish LUCeM illuminated concrete panel from Telling Architectural was another striking product which can be used creatively for bespoke, elegant interior design. Armatile showcased how it produces customised decorative floor and wall tiles, from creating intricate designs using water-jet to recreating flooring designs from original patterns, as well as presenting its latest innovations in tile design.

at the surface Design show. Formulate offers different stone and wood effects, available in six colours from the cream-like ellenor to the black Jolity, with a choice of four finishes and four sizes up to 1200mm x 1200mm.

Concretus provides a choice of concrete-like effects that look slightly aged, available in four colours and six sizes up to 600mm x 1200mm.

solus Ceramics unveiled two new collections

italian tile brand Refin launched the Cromie collection at the surface Design show – the first time a tile company has developed 30 new colours. Offering this kind of colour range allows architects, interiors designers and specifiers many more opportunities to seamlessly create more accurate and subtle finishes for projects. Using the nCs-natural Colour system inspired by Leonardo da Vinci, Refin can offer a new chromatic palette with scientific criteria for brightness, saturation and shade for the first time. it is made up of

Liberty Purple from Trend four groups or “families”, each made up of nine chromatic shades, such as the neutral grey shades of the Polvere family and the yellow and red hues of the Fango and Terra families.

Also new from Refin at the surface Design show was a range of metallic ceramic tiles called Metal. Measuring 30cm by 30cm, they are made up of a mosaic of shapes with a combination of matt and gloss metal coloured finishes. Metal plays with geometry to mix squares and rectangles randomly, using platinum, gold and copper finishes.

Refin also uses a metallic finish in another new collection, Beside – a reverse mosaic in dark pewter. Metal’s designer, Massimiliano Adriano, comments: “inspiration usually comes from the material. i like challenging materials and trying to tap into what emerges from them to fine-tune new projects.”

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Grand ideas

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rand Designs Live brings the latest ideas in home interiors and garden design to exCel London for the eighth consecutive year, running from May 5 to 13.

Based on the Channel 4 TV series, and presented by design guru Kevin McCloud, the event is aimed at both professional designers and anyone interested in improving, redesigning or redecorating their home. it features more than 500 exhibitors across seven different sections including interiors, gardens, self-build, renovations and technology.

There will be hundreds of new products presented at the show, from cutting-edge furniture and materials to bathrooms and kitchens. For a list of exhibitors and products, visit www.granddesignslive.com.

The show will again feature the popular grand Theatre where, over nine days, visitors can hear from top design-industry experts in inspirational debates and advice sessions. speakers include Kevin McCloud, designer Wayne Hemingway, interior designer Jo Hamilton, architect george Clarke, BACA Architects co-founder Richard Coutts, architect Charlie Luxton, architecture critic Tom Dyckhoff, eco designer Oliver Heath,

A look ahead at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grand Designs Live show, bringing together the latest designs and ideas for home interiors Kevin McCloud architect Richard Hawkes, Marta nowicka of creative design studio nowicka & Co, and energy and climate change minister gregory Barker.

One of the main highlights of the show is the grand Village, consisting of an array of eco show homes. The exhibition will have features dedicated to interiors such as the interior Room sets sponsored by Dulux and the grand Art Fair, a selection of handpicked original art work from renowned artists. The interiors Theatre will present seminars and workshops with designers such as nicolas

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Claim your free tickets to Grand Designs in.Design magazine has teamed up with grand Designs Live to offer readers a free ticket to attend the event on a weekday between May 5 and 13.

To claim your free ticket, simply visit www.granddesignslive.com, quote iD2012 on the ticket booking page and you will be able to print off your ticket.

sunderland, Jo Hamilton and sarah-Jayne guest as well as sessions run by the British institute of interior Design (BiiD).

The Automated Home area will showcase some of the most cutting-edge technology in the world of home automation.

Contributors include Krushr with its range of appliances that efficiently compact waste such as metal, food and drinks cans and bulky plastic and card packaging down to a quarter of its original size. in a section called Kevin’s green Heroes, Kevin McCloud has selected his favourite eco-innovations on the market. The Live Kitchen experience sponsored by Miele will showcase top chefs cooking and also allow visitors to interact and experience Miele appliances. Visitors can either dine at the grand Restaurant, with a menu by a top celebrity chef, or relax in the grand Café.

For more information and tickets, visit www.granddesignslive.com.

Terms and conditions: tickets valid for weekday standard admission only. Offer ends April 30, 2012. Tickets must be booked in advance, a maximum of two tickets per household, non-transferable.

All tickets will be checked and verified on entry, print-at-home tickets only.

Tickets will be valid on any one weekday from May 8 to 11, subject to limited availability, first come, first served. if you cannot make it during the week, and want to attend on the weekend, make sure you book in advance to save £4 on each ticket.

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The BIID says, ‘Don’t move, improve!’

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deas for innovative design solutions for creating more space in your home were presented by designer Dan Hopwood, head of continuing professional development at the British institute of interior Design (BiiD), as part of a talk at the annual “Don’t Move, improve!” exhibition.

The talk took place at the nLA – London’s Centre for the Built environment – in central London at a one-day event during the exhibition, which ran in February and March and was organised by the nLA and supported by the BiiD. Dan presented his experience of designing home extensions in the capital, entertaining his audience with a talk that gave useful advice on renovation issues from an interior design perspective. He later joined a panel including Mary Duggan, director of Duggan Morris, and Alan Higgs, director of Alan Higgs Architects, for a question-and-answer session.

The Don’t Move, improve! exhibition featured 72 shortlisted schemes from this year’s Don’t Move, improve! competition which invited architects, homeowners and interior designers across London to

submit innovative home extensions, interior design and small office conversion projects completed within the last three years.

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The 2011/12 winners for best home extension or refurbishment were gundry & Ducker for Dove House and Ashton Porter Architects for suburbanstudio. Runnerup was Fraher Architects for The Jewel Box, plus a commendation for Threefold Architects for Cornerstone. Carl Turner Architects won the award for best office extension or refurbishment with Magnificent Container, plus a commendation for sanya Polescuk Architects for Belsize garage studio. in the category of home interior design, a commendation went to space group Architects for The Brunswick Centre Apartment.

The entries were judged by an eminent panel including nLA chairman Peter Murray, elle Decoration’s editor-in-chief Michelle Ogundehin, RiBA London director Tamsie Thomson, David Mikhail of David Mikhail Architects, and the BiiD’s president, Diana Yakeley.

talks and consultations giving advice and inspiration to over 200 Londoners looking to extend their homes.

Run by nLA and in association with RiBA London and the BiiD, the “Don’t Move, improve!” open day provided a series of free

For more information on the exhibition, visit www.newlondonarchitecture.org. For details of future BiiD talks, visit www.biid.org.uk.

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Online bookings open for BIID conference Countdown to “Celebrating British Design” event in June

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he British institute of interior Design (BiiD) has announced that tickets for its one-day conference event, “Celebrating British Design”, can now be purchased online at www. biid.org/celebrating.

Through a series of thought-provoking talks and discussions, “Celebrating British Design” will examine why British-educated designers are so influential, why design matters and what it can do to make the world work better. The conference will take place at RiBA’s London headquarters in Portland Place, London, on June 21, ahead of the BiiD annual general meeting.

“Britain is centre of the world’s attention in

2012, and it is entirely right that we take this day to celebrate design – one of the nation’s greatest assets,” said BiiD president Diana Yakeley. “On this day, the design community will join together to discuss British design, its heritage, legacy and present-day influence.

They will also explore what the future might hold. We have a really exciting line-up so far for the conference, with more names to be announced in the next few weeks. it is an event not to be missed!”

Confirmed participants include: Deyan sudjic, director of the Design Museum; Christine Losecaat, creative industries adviser to UK Trade & investment; Dr Paul Thompson, rector of the Royal College of Art; Paul Finch, deputy chair of the Design Council and

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The conference will also include this year’s BiiD Honorary Fellowships which will be presented to sir Paul smith, Dr Paul Thompson, Andrea von einsiedel and graham Watts.

Tickets for BiiD members cost £85, student members £45 and non-members £115 at a special early bird rate, available until April 1.

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For smooth installation, Aqualux has carefully designed what it believes is the most innovative fitting system yet devised – the easy Plumb Kit with TOPLOK Technology. This cutting-edge solution combines unique “top adjust” legs, with a specially designed PVC facia system, that will transform the way shower trays are installed.

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Beautifully designed interior spaces are absolutely deserving of a top-quality finish, but finishing touches such as silicone joints are often overlooked in the design and specification process, yet uneven sealant can significantly break an otherwise flawless appearance.

The award-winning CornerTape collection of sealant-taming products is the only range that guarantees perfect results every time – joints absolutely straight and uniform the whole length with no lumps, ridges or edges, providing a finishing touch that represents premium quality. see the range demonstrated by Britain’s favourite builder in a new series of TV ads. it is available from DiY and trade outlets throughout the UK. Call 01754 896990 or visit www.cornertape.co.uk.

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The multimillion-pound redevelopment of a landmark London building offered Hunter Douglas the opportunity to create an innovative solution never seen before in europe. At the Rolls and Arnold Houses in Chancery Lane, Hunter Douglas created a solution that provides optimum shade and privacy whilst also meeting strict sustainability requirements to ensure an excellent BReeAM rating. Hunter Douglas provided an eOs Type 5-70 system, using the new eOs 500 Roller system for the first time in europe with a mix of 105 motorised and 560 manually operated blinds. The choice of fabric was the recyclable greenscreen eCO with three per cent openness.

Visit www.hunterdouglas.co.uk.

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über furniture’s new Babington kitchen not only comes in a choice of colours, but you can also choose from a number of handles. To inject eastern style, this striking new handle design, pictured, is inspired by a Japanese samurai sword.

The Babington collection can embrace contemporary eastern influences with the addition of the slick, barely-there Katana handle available as just one option in the company’s impressive handle collection. This handle is slender and designed to provide a solid grip – especially practical for accessing wide pan drawers and integrated appliances – without destroying the clean lines of Babington’s high-gloss slab doors.

Call MgA Distributors on 01384 638700 or visit www.uberfurniture.co.uk.

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The Interiors Group in fashion

Lathams adds HIF-Finesse

The interiors group has recently fitted out its first retail shop unit for intimissimi, a brand of the Calzedonia group in islington, London.

Calzedonia is one of the largest italian international franchises selling lingerie, fashionable hosiery and beachwear for women, men and children.

The brief required an entire store refit for new retail use whilst in keeping with intimissimi’s overall brand and corporate image. The interiors group worked in conjunction with Calzedonia’s in-house designers and was supplied with drawings from italy.

The interiors group supplied designs and drawings for the electrical and mechanical installations.

The interiors group has 25 years’ experience delivering stunning commercial environments. Visit www.interiorsgroup.co.uk

Leading value-added panel and timber distributor James Latham is now offering Holz in Form (HiF) Finesse, a revolution in conventional timber veneer panelling which gives dimension, depth and texture to an otherwise flat surface.

With a mixture of contemporary designs and patterns inspired by flowing, dynamic shapes of moving water, HiF-Finesse offers 11 embossed MDF panels, supplied with their own unique textured finish. Faces range from italian Alpi engineered-veneer in colours including ebony, Walnut and Light Oak, through to Oak and Walnut realwood-veneers and a paintable foil finish. Panels are held in stock in the UK. Call 0116 257 3415, email marketing@lathams.co.uk or visit www.lathamtimber.co.uk.

The MaestroKitchenTM 100 sound system Changing life in the kitchen forever

• The first fully integrated sound system developed exclusively for the kitchen.

• Developed by Harman Kardon, market leaders in the production of car sound systems with clients including BMW, Mercedes Benz, Land Rover and Mini.

• Filters exceptional sound quality throughout the kitchen with no visible cables, speakers or subwoofers that interfere with the functionality of the working space.

• Natural hi-fi stereo sound playback from CD, iPod/iPhone/iPad, USB or FM radio.

• Speakers can be installed behind kitchen unit doors or in the ceiling for maximum surround sound quality.

• Provides a powerful profit-making opportunity for retailers who want to offer a totally innovative product that will attract new customers and boost sales.

For more information on the system and our special display rates, please contact Customer Services or your Area Sales Manager at Uform. t: 028 7965 1650 / e: customerservices@uform.co.uk http://uk.harmankardon.com/MaestroKitchen-uk.html

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