Kitchen Minimalism Takes a Dark Turn at EuroCucina

Rich stone and timber surfaces, contrasting with darkly opulent cabinetry, were notably present in the kitchens on display at EuroCucina in April 2018.

While minimalism is often interpreted to mean airy, light-filled rooms and the gleam of stainless steel, European designers are now challenging this aesthetic with spaces that evoke mystery and depth. Unconventional stone surfaces and rich timbers can look stunning in a modern kitchen, especially when paired with dark-coloured cabinetry.

For on-trend designers, Blum offers its CLIP top BLUMOTION hardware in onyx black as well as the traditional steel. If the design palette calls for sleek elegance, both inside and outside the cabinetry, the onyx black finish complements the desired aesthetic. Handle-less design completes the look, allowing high-quality materials to take centre stage.

European kitchen style is set to make further inroads in New Zealand homes, as more and more clients appreciate the impact of well-conceived minimalism. For those who are inspired by darkness as much as light, the latest EuroCucina designs provide a further zone of inspiration.

Blum’s CLIP top BLUMOTION hardware in onyx black enables them to turn these aspirations into reality.

CLIP top BLUMOTION in onyx black

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CLIP top BLUMOTION in onyx black fits discreetly into cabinet interiors.

Kitchens, laundries, bathroom vanities, entertainment units, wardrobes, offices, commercial, schools, university, hospitality, shop fit-outs and other interior cabinetry.

Motion Technologies

BLUMOTION: Soft-close technology for silent and effortless closing
SERVO-DRIVE: Electronic opening support system for lift systems, box systems and integrated appliances
TIP-ON: Push-to-open and push-to-close — Mechanical opening support system for handle-less AVENTOS HK, AVENTOS HK-XS and doors
TIP-ON BLUMOTION: Push-to-open and soft-close — Mechanical opening support system with silent and effortless closing for handle-less drawers and pull-outs

LEGRABOX free — Box System

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LEGRABOX free offers the freedom of individual design through the use of glass sides or design elements of a chosen specified material.

Lifemark Product Partner

Kitchens, laundries, bathroom vanities, entertainment units, wardrobes, offices, commercial, schools, university, hospitality, shop fit-outs and other interior cabinetry.

Option to specify custom design elements (exclusively available for the C height LEGRABOX pull-outs)
Compatible with AMBIA-LINE inner dividing system and kitchen accessories
Ideal for drawers which benefit from items being visible from the side
Inner drawer C height front options – gallery rail, low glass or high glass
40kg or 70kg weight loading
500 or 550mm nominal length
For drawer widths 275–1400mm wide
For inner drawer widths 275–1200mm wide

SERVO-DRIVE for LEGRABOX is a Lifemark Approved Product
AMBIA-LINE kitchen accessories are Lifemark Approved Products
ISO 14001, 50001, 9001

BLUMOTION: Soft-close. Technology for silent and effortless closing
SERVO-DRIVE: Electronic opening support system for lift systems, box systems and integrated appliances
TIP-ON: Push-to-open and push-to-close. Mechanical opening support system for handle-less AVENTOS HK, AVENTOS HK-XS and doors
TIP-ON BLUMOTION: Push-to-open and soft-close. Mechanical opening support system with silent and effortless closing for handle-less drawers and pull-outs

LEGRABOX pure — Box System

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Experience elegance with the latest innovation in box systems. A linear and sleek design, combined with high-quality materials, characterises the appearance of LEGRABOX.

Lifemark Product Partner

Kitchens, laundries, bathroom vanities, entertainment units, wardrobes, offices, commercial, schools, university, hospitality, shop fit-outs and other interior cabinetry.

Compatible with AMBIA-LINE inner dividing system and kitchen accessories
40kg or 70kg weight loading
270–550mm nominal length
N. M, K, C and F height sides
For drawer widths 275–1400mm wide
For inner drawer widths 275–1200mm wide

SERVO-DRIVE for LEGRABOX is a Lifemark Approved Product
AMBIA-LINE steel design for cutlery and utensils are Lifemark Approved Products
AMBIA-LINE kitchen accessories are Lifemark Approved Products
ISO 14001, 50001, 9001

BLUMOTION: Soft-close. Technology for silent and effortless closing
SERVO-DRIVE: Electronic opening support system for lift systems, box systems and integrated appliances
TIP-ON: Push-to-open and push-to-close. Mechanical opening support system for handle-less AVENTOS HK, AVENTOS HK-XS and doors
TIP-ON BLUMOTION: Push-to-open and soft-close. Mechanical opening support system with silent and effortless closing for handle-less drawers and pull-outs

AMBIA-LINE — Kitchen Accessories

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AMBIA-LINE kitchen accessories are organisation at its best.

Lifemark Product Partner

Kitchens, laundries, bathroom vanities, entertainment units, wardrobes, offices, commercial, schools, university, hospitality, shop fit-outs and other interior cabinetry.

Lifemark Approved
ISO 14001
ISO 50001
ISO 9001

AMBIA-LINE — Inner Dividing System

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AMBIA-LINE inner dividing system is kitchen organisation at its best.

Lifemark Product Partner

Kitchens, laundries, bathroom vanities, entertainment units, wardrobes, offices, commercial, schools, university, hospitality, shop fit-outs and other interior cabinetry

Available to suit M height nominal lengths of 450, 500, 550mm
Available to suit C and F height nominal lengths of 270-550mm

AMBIA-LINE Steel design for LEGRABOX and MERIVOBOX are Lifemark Approved Products
ISO 14001
ISO 50001
ISO 9001

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