Keeping kids safe in the kitchen
When renovating/designing a new kitchen, it is important to consider how every member of your family will use the kitchen, especially children. Families with young children should consider safety in a kitchen a priority.
- Sharp and square bench top corners can be a hazard for young children. Install rounded counter tops to avoid bumps and bruises.
- Estimate your children’s height and install appliances at ‘out of reach’ levels.
- Heat-generating appliances should be equipped with a ventilation function to ensure they remain cool to the touch.
- Use child-friendly materials to increase safety and reduce cleaning times. Avoid using materials such as stainless steel which attract fingerprints. Opt for durable, low maintenance bench tops and finishes.
The Foreno On-Tap Bar is a great place to relax and ponder over all your new renovation ideas, compare the products you’ve seen and make those crucial buying decisions. Take a break and grab a relaxing beverage from the Foreno On-Tap Bar, located in Hall 4.
Add a little sophistication in your home and check out the latest tapware ranges from Foreno. See the all-new V-Line range, and, New Zealand design in a league of its own with the Waka range. Visit Foreno on stand 370 in Hall 3 and see how you can have fun with your tapware.
Kitchens
Compare state-of-the-art kitchens from New Zealand’s top manufacturers.
- designer bench tops,
- cutting edge cabinetry and architectural hardware,
- sleek surface finishes,
- innovative smart appliances and
- creative flooring options.
Be sure to bring along your plans and sketches to realise your kitchen dreams!
You'll find complete stylish kitchens, the latest bench tops and surface finishes, a world of international kitchen appliances, state-of-art tap ware and sinks, and more.
Enjoy a taste of Italy at Auckland Home Show
Italy has long been the home of great design. From cars and fashion to designer furniture and appliances, the country continues to be leader, raising the benchmark for technology and cutting-edge aesthetics.
The inspiration and passion behind great Italian design will be showcased at this year’s Auckland Home Show. The Applico stand, featuring Italian brands Smeg and Baumatic, is the largest stand at the exhibition, which runs from Wednesday 5th September to Sunday 9th September.
The stand will be abuzz with live cooking demonstrations by a team of chefs who will dispense culinary wisdom and demonstrate Italian cooking using the latest Smeg appliances. These will include a new range of ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, and the very latest in design, the FAB28 DENIM fridge. The word denim communicates freshness and comfort, rebellion and style, and the fabric itself is a mix of tradition and innovation. Here it is treated with Plasma, a nano technology that protects the surface of the fridge from splashes of water, oil, milk and fruit juice. Smeg says this is an ideal time for show visitors to gain first-hand experience of the technology of the future.
In the Baumatic range, Applico is launching a new series of ovens, cooktops and wine coolers. Reliable and efficient, the new collection offers good design, excellent quality and the latest in technology. Visitors to the Applico stand can also be in the draw to win one of a number of special prizes.
Altogether, the Applico stand will display 250 appliances, and provide unbeatable home show offers. And because Applico recognises the importance of professional advice and guidance there will be a large team on hand to demonstrate and explain the Smeg and Baumatic products.
For those seeking expert advice about renovating or extending, upgrading or simply wanting to know how to purchase the right kitchen, Applico is also hosting a number of free designer seminars throughout the show.
Applico Ltd
Applico is a 100% family owned and operated New Zealand business. The company that introduced New Zealand to European appliances 25 years ago specialises in quality, fashionable European-designed kitchen appliances for discerning customers.
Kitchen Inspiration
Splash Out
The two rooms which absorb the
biggest part of the renovation
budget are the kitchen and
bathroom. So it is important to
choose wisely.
So what are the key trends people want in their kitchens and bathrooms?
- Timber and stainless steel benchtops are out and stone benchtops are in.
- Glass splashbacks are the number
one choice for the kitchen. This is
because they are easy to clean. - High-end quality finishes are favoured because they are considered a huge selling asset for any home.
- Neutral tones are preferred as they outlast any colour fad.
- Twin sinks are considered a must
for the main bathroom and are also
popular in master bedrooms’ en suites. - Free-standing baths add a luxurious
touch to bathrooms and are
becoming more common.
Here’s a quick snapshot of European kitchen trends:
- Homeowners are looking for energy
efficiency when they buy electrical
appliances and white goods. A growing number of consumers are
becoming increasingly aware of the need to save both energy and water
– not only to save money, but to protect the environment. - Energy-efficient and quiet kitchen appliances will become standard.
- The latest trend in the kitchen sector
is towards open shelving and lots
of glass for cabinet doors, work surfaces and wall tiles. - The “live-in kitchen” is the most
conclusive proof of all that the
various areas of the home are merging and people’s expectations of
their interiors are changing. Kitchens are evolving from being just a room
we cook in and eat in — to becoming the heart of the home, a space where we entertain, relax, work and play.
Kitchen and bathroom renovations are the most effective way to add value to a property. So, for the right advice, speak to the experts and designers at the Auckland Home Show and see the widest range of products on display.
