Space and the kitchen

The kitchen is conceived as the center of the home – a concept explored by Frank Lloyd Wright in his residential projects where the kitchen embodies a central “hearth”. Open spaces become the binding principle between the kitchen, the dining room and the living room. Integration of the kitchen into these larger environments is achieved by means of islands and peninsulas that also add functionality. The current tendency leans towards asymmetric plans and layouts.

Periodically, Fellini Designs updates its showroom to bring the latest designs and trends.  Display models are sold with a significant discount.  Our present display models on sale are:

Eurocucina 2010, the international kitchen furniture exhibition held every two years in Milan, sets the tone in the world of design. Luca Fellini, kitchen designer, was there to observe the current tendencies and novelties.

The Environment

The environment was one of the main themes in Eurocucina 2010. Seeking to go beyond promises and good intentions, exhibitors proposed and implemented concrete solutions, including:

• The use of materials that produce low emissions of formaldehydes and that respect norm F****, as defined by JIS regulation. This standard is certified by the Japanese government, which is renowned for applying the strictest guidelines in terms of environmental protection.
• The manufacture of kitchen cabinetry structures in 100% recycled wood (panello ecologico).
• The use of Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified wood and of water-based resins.
• The use of bamboo, considered a renewable material given its exceptional growth rate.
• The incorporation of LED lighting in cupboards and toe kicks.

Eurocucina is an international kitchen design exhibition held every two years in Milan, Italy. Our manufacturer, CUCINE LUBE, presented its newest designs, technologies and materials in the 2010 exhibit. Cucine Lube shaped an impressive architectural space for its booth with 25’ height ceilings, internal patios and lounge areas. The new models introduced are already available at Fellini Designs.