18.05.2011
For a long time Agas have been the ultimate status symbol in any country kitchen. The oil powered cast iron cooker, which needs to be kept running 24 hours a day has kept many a family warm during winter, but can be a problem during the warm summer months.
You may have read today that Aga has launched an ‘instant Aga’ which costs a tidy sum of £10,000. This new innovation looks exactly the same as the original but uses electricity to power it and a state of the art touch-screen for control.
Named ‘The Aga Total Control’, it is believed to be the biggest innovation since in design since the Aga was first developed in 1935.
Unlike a traditional Aga, which takes up six hours to heat up to a temperature at which you can cook a meal, the Total Control is ready in just 22 minutes – a significant difference! And unlike traditional ovens, it still uses the same system of radiant heat as its predecessor.
We can’t help but feel that an electronic Aga won’t provide the same warm, fuzzy feeling that we’ve come to love over the years… Maybe we’re just old fashioned!
22.03.2010
Kitchen Curves set to be the Hottest Trend for 2010
Incorporating soft curves in kitchen units creates sophisticated and contemporary feel and is set to be one of the most stylish and elegant designs this year
By using a mixture of both concave and convex curves it’s possible to create a very dramatic effect, especially in larger kitchens where the variety of curves can be used to give greater prominence.
Corner units provide a great opportunity to accentuate curves, and really show off the elegant design and the look can be emphasised by introducing curves into accessories such as extractor fans or lighting fixtures.
Curved end units offer a highly contemporary storage option, which look great and but provide an extremely practical deep internal storage space.
Due to the extensive manufacturing process, curved units are more expensive than regular kitchen units, but as seen in Magnet’s Crème Lineaire range, the final look is breathtaking:
· A mix of concave and convex create instant impact
· A combination of Zodiac Quartz Soft Mahogany worktop and natural walnut worktop provide a perfect balance
The Crème Lineaire costs £320.45 for a 600mm single base unit.
Creme Lineaire
