[Sponsored article] Bulthaup Form, function, material. A bulthaup kitchen is the stage for the lives acted out there. This is why all of its formal elements are simple and clear, and all of its functions carefully thought through to the tiniest detail. All of the materials used are authentic and perfectly finished. Since its founding in Germany in 1949, bulthaup has become the market leader in high-end kitchen design and innovation, and is synonymous with prestigious, finely-crafted kitchen living spaces and continually sets design milestones within the industry. bulthaup’s overall achievement and “constant innovative process in kitchen design” were recognised with the conferment of the Corporate Design Award in 1992, the European Design Prize in 1997 and a “lifetime achievement award” from the European Commission. bulthaup b1 kitchen is a purist, minimalist kitchen that features subtle concision and clarity, and distinguishes itself through the careful design of details and focus on the essentials. bulthaup b2 offers an extraordinary perspective on kitchens and space and creates an unmistakable atmosphere with its unique combination of kitchen workbench, kitchen tool cabinet and kitchen appliance housing cabinet: Elemental and clear in its form, rational and practical in its function. bulthaup b3 is a fascinating multi-functional kitchen and living space system with a diverse range of layout options and freedom of design – whether as a puristic kitchen island or a space-maximizing functional wall, whether floating or floor-standing. 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Born from the brilliant idea of the Architect Giuseppe Bavuso – reference designer for Rimadesio - the system has changed the way of conceiving domestic space and at the same time has enabled Rimadesio to accelerate the process of definition of an exclusive lifestyle, characterized by advanced technical qualities, combined with an extremely refined design. A path based on coherence and continuity of thoughts, even before of forms, that today allows Rimadesio to present a wide and homogeneous collection. Contemporary spaces more and more focused on the quality of details of the new finishings, in the definition of an essential and refined image. More and more advanced technologies, further renewed production processes combined with the manual contribution of man, thus allowing to explore new solutions. The result is a wide range of proposals, in which the main protagonists, aluminium and glass, are combined with wood, leather and marble. From sophisticated textures of brushed metals, to the exclusive colours of the ecological Ecolosystem glasses, Rimadesio presents a collection based on style, materials and various possible compositions. Ecolorsystem identifies the exclusive signature collection of Rimadesio matte lacquers. The colours are unalterable over time because they are applied to the inner surface of the glass, away from stains, dust and moisture. The thickness of the glass creates an exclusive effect of “depth”. A complex proposal, result of regular production updates, characterized by great care of details and elegance, further enriched by the new lighting solutions provided. Great ability to turn the craft tradition into industrial design, steady choice of recyclable materials, enhanced by the exclusive manufacturing processes and the most advanced production technologies, fed with clean energy: this is the Rimadesio style and this is its own contemporary vision of living, able to evoke atmospheres and suggest emotions. Rimadesio House Of Madison, Shops 201-5, Hopewell Centre, 183 Queen’s Road East, Wanchai, Hong Kong Tel: (852) 2239 5071 Email: hongkong@themadisongroup.asia http://www.rimadesio.it Sub- Zero Wolf Together, Sub-Zero & Wolf are the brands for people who will have nothing less than the kitchen they have always wanted. Since the first freestanding freezer built by Westye F. Bakke in 1943, Sub-Zero has emerged as the recognised leading manufacturer of premium built-in home refrigerators. Sub-Zero refrigerators, freezers and wine storage units are the definitive kitchen components, made by hand and rigorously tested, and the only brand with dual refrigeration. The extraordinary refrigerator power is put Sub-Zero on the map, is matched by BTUs in the stove. It is using the power of the appliances to empower the owner to achieve mastery of the kitchen experiences he or she desires. Built to the same exacting standards, Wolf has been synonymous with professional standard equipment for restaurants and hotels for over 70 years. Now, Wolf cooking instruments have been adapted for serious in-home cooks. With their 0 performance and leading-edge design, Wolf instruments fuel a passion for cooking. The style and product options are coordinated to match the homeowner’s tastes offering a variety of kitchen design styles from traditional, transitional, contemporary to professional. Allowing you to build the kitchens they have always been dreaming of. Sub-Zero & Wolf are releasing a wide range of exciting products in Hong Kong over the coming year. Highlights include the eagerly anticipated PRO 36” Refrigerator and Sealed Burner Rangetop with Wok Burner. PRO refrigeration, Sub-Zero’s boldest, most iconic design, was an instant hit when it came on the scene several years ago. Its 48” wide all stainless or stainless with glass refrigerator door designs changed the face of kitchens throughout the country. Now this bold, professional look known for its equal parts sculpted stainless steel, design statement and culinary secret weapon is finally available in a 36-inch-wide model. This means the stunning PRO look and unparalleled features can fit into almost any kitchen. The newly released specialised Sealed Burner Rangetop with Wok Burner harnesses Wolf’s legendary performance and applies it to the dynamic wok cooking tradition. Every detail of the wok burner design, from the searing high of 35,000 Btu to simmering lows of 3,500 Btu of the plumed flame to the cradling wok pan ring, uniquely aids the home cook in masterfully executing a host of wok cooking techniques. For accomplishing additional cooking tasks, Wolf’s iconic and equally precise dual-stacked, sealed burners flank the wok burner. Sub-Zero and Wolf G17-G20 Lee Garden 3, 1 Sunning Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong Tel: (852) 2239 5018 Email: subzerowolf.hk@themadisongroup.asia http://www.subzerowolf.com.hk