Aeon Radiator Heaven have recently unveiled the new Marbella designer radiator.  Marbella is a stunning departure for designer radiators, with four natural stone elements divided and supported by polished mirror finish stainless steel ‘belts' in this vertical hanging design.

With its inspired combination of subtle curves and striking angles, the stunning new Modest range from Crosswater is guaranteed to impress. It may be modest in name but its robust chrome-finished construction, sleek styling and unpretentious pricing makes the Modest collection the perfect brassware to enhance any bathroom. This 18-product-strong coordinating brassware collection is also a sure-fire way to generate plenty of attention in boutique bathroom showrooms.

Sophistication is the very essence of the new JIVE product range with striking design geometry and a hidden punch. The stylish décor panel conceals additional heating capacity making JIVE highly suitable for the kitchen or the larger bathroom. Heat outputs range from 1881 to 3585 btu's and for energy conservation an integral thermostatic valve is factory fitted.

With small bathrooms a modern necessity (latest building regulations stipulate that all new builds must include a cloakroom on the ground level), and en-suites fast becoming an essential luxury, there poses a modern dilemma - how to create a stylish functional bathroom in a minimal amount of space? Boutique basin specialist, Bauhaus, has the answer: the new Cascade basin, with deep, smooth, curvy bowl and rectangular aesthetics delivers both on style and functionality.

The Manhattan M3 Range encompasses sleek minimalist design and can be installed from floor to ceiling with the use of a unique ceiling bracket. Manhattan wet rooms are available straight to floor or with fitted trays thus offering a beautiful understated look and a bespoke service.

Aqata, the UK's leading independent British manufacturer of shower enclosures has launched a new patented thermostatic shower valve. The British made valve is TMV2 approved, incorporates anti-scalding technology and features precise flow control. Compatible with all types of plumbing systems, the innovative valve cartridge provides a new generation of thermostatic valve technology and can be installed with all of Aqata's new range of Linneal showers.

An astonishing range of distinctive stylish bathroom fittings from A+Design of Italy are now available throughout the UK, taking the design of showers and taps to another level.

Committed to providing showering solutions for every consumer's needs, Simpsons has extended its shower tray portfolio to include larger sizes.

Dimplex has extended its aquabatix range of electric showers with the introduction of an all chrome finish.  The new colour option is available on the popular aX3 models within the range and is available with power ratings from 8.5kW, ideal for ‘like for like' replacements, up to the high spec, high performance 10.5kW units.

As we all become more responsible with our waste management new demands are being placed on the way rubbish is segregated.  PWS have responded with a menu of new bin options to cope with the necessary separation of different materials.

With a shift in cooking patterns away from oven-based cookery, hobs are a growing area of the kitchen market - a demand that Air Uno's new Foster cooking appliances from Italy are set to fulfill. Their innovative Quadra range of cooker hobs includes this long streamlined design, where - ingeniously - you don't have to reach over boiling pans to get to a back row!

Allied, one of the U.K's leading national distributors, has announced improved servicing support for Sarena, its highly successful own brand appliance range.  The new servicing operation is being handled by Premium Appliance Brands Ltd. (PABL) who supply Allied with its Sarena range of appliances. 

Leading furniture component supplier, HPP has joined forces with Sensio to offer the latest UK technology in stylish, energy efficient lighting.

Nuit de Cristal, or Beauty of the Night, is the latest addition to designer heating manufacturer Aestus's collection of Michel Cinier designed radiators.

Screwfix has taken a fresh approach to showers by adding Swirl to its extensive shower range.  Exclusive to Screwfix and found in the latest catalogue (issue 91), these stylish showers provide excellent value for money and are offered complete with a 5-year manufacturer's guarantee.

Duravit joined forces with the renowned studio of Phoenix Design to launch Caro, a range whose distinctive and timeless styling makes it just as popular today.

High gloss and bright colour are currently big news in kitchens and top kitchen designers such as Grange Interiors are increasingly using Parapan® - a revolutionary new solid gloss material for vertical surfaces - as the secret ingredient for a sleek architectural look. 

Carat's Joe Flood and Kerim Itani believe the software market is growing and will continue to do so as new technologies and thinking emerge, making it imperative for software companies to constantly strive to be ahead of their competitors in bringing to market new solutions for existing design challenges and in order to address future demands.

Carat is an impressive solution for kitchen designers, helping them save both time and money. The main benefits of the CARAT system are that it uses the logic of CAD, but with the ease of windows software. This enables individuals who only have the basic understandings of windows, to become instantly familiar with the functions and controls of the CARAT programme.

Planit Fusion has become a member of The Tile Association (TTA) following the recent addition of state-of-the-art tiling and surface covering functionality to its leading design and visualisation software for the kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and home improvement markets.

20-20 Technologies has been supplying design software in to the industry for over 20 years, and whilst the basic requirement for a Retailer has not changed, the type of systems available to them, certainly has. Today's CAD market sees less opportunities for CAD suppliers to pitch their systems to outlets who do not use some type of system, and the need to offer reliability, quality, affordability and service has never been more critical.

SuperView21 Chromatic is the new addition to M'n'G designs range of CAD software. This enhances SuperView21's many features with the ability to change any unit's colours/finish independently of the rest of the design.

Virtual Worlds  launched many new catalogues for bathroom and tile companies at KBB as well as a new generic Kitchens catalogue complete with an in-built pricing module.  The pricing module can be edited by the user or can operate from manufacturer-specific Price Database modules from Logicom. Other major new innovations include two new 3D web products: one for viewing single products and one for complete rooms which can be navigated by end users on their home PC. 

Bespoke woodworking business Wood Wise Trading Ltd has benefited from significant efficiency and productivity improvements since installing Cabinet Vision software from Alphacam.

Now in its 8th year of trading easyquote is the UK'S largest provider of dedicated management software. easyquote continues to develop a succession of innovative applications that impact every sector of the KBB market from Kitchen and Bathroom retailers through to manufacturers and contracts specialists.

Leading distributor of bathroom products Qx Bathroom Products is seeing huge benefits from its investment in the very latest 3D CAD planning software by Vision House Software.

We are all well aware that there are tough times ahead for high street retailers, each set of sales figures released shows that consumers are beginning to spend less and less as the credit crunch hits home.  

PWS' move into in-frame kitchens only 12 months ago has exceeded original expectations.  The Milton collection was initially introduced in oak and ivory and both finishes have become firm favourites in the PWS Second Nature Kitchen Collection. So much so that a raft of new fascias and accessories have been added to the range.

Modern kitchens invite clean lines in design yet many purchasers still like the softer tones of wood. The Ventura range of kitchens from Paula Rosa offers designers a versatile combination of sleek styling, hi-tech product and visual appeal. Launched in new Rose Apple wood effect, Ventura combines up-to-the-minute clean lines with warm wood-effect tones.

The Sherwood Kitchen is a bespoke, hand painted classic from Scottwood of Nottingham featuring just some of the superior design and ergonomic details available.  From the fine cornice detailing to the simple square panelled doors inset into frames, this kitchen is hand-crafted in an authentic traditional style.   Scottwood work with a palette of over 3,000 colours so our customers get to choose a colour of their choice and have a chance to be part of the design process.

The solution for contemporary kitchens has never been more Crystal clear. The latest addition to Keller's high-design Red Label Collection, Crystal, offers retailers the chance to display cabinetry and furniture with class, distinction and superior quality.  Other ranges in the Red and Black Label also feature furniture options.

Frontline is a well established company with over 35 years trading in the kitchen and bedroom furniture industry. The business operates nationally from a modern premises in Nottingham, supplying mainly to the trade, predominately to showrooms, property development companies, holiday home specialists and other supply and installation outlets.

Combining traditional and contemporary styling Homestyle Fitted Furniture, supplier and manufacturer of Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom completes, have increased their colour range and now also supply appliances.

Gallery has sought inspiration from the glamorous and exotic woodgrain world for its latest kitchen collection - Havana.

This year dark oak is fast becoming a fashion favourite, with its intense yet cool colouring making it ideal for modern minimalist kitchens.

Midlands based kitchen manufacturer Mereway Kitchens remains keen to offer one of the most extensive product ranges available for the UK market today, with a balanced portfolio of door styles, one of the widest carcass choices in the industry and a commitment to satisfy the demand for high quality service.

A kitchen which reflects the personality of its owner, yet fits perfectly into a location, whatever the size, is now easily achievable with the Adam range of doors and carcasses.

Schuller are a brand that represent all that is good in German design and manufacture. A family run business, Schuller are quick to recognise that kitchens are not merely about functionality and must reflect current lifestyle requirements.  Something the Next Line, Next 125 and Creativ series all do.

BA Components have launched the latest new Bella Door collection and published a stunning 104 page Kitchen Collections brochure to help promote the range.

There is no bigger range of kitchen fittings, components and accessories from an independent source than Hafele. It includes appliances, white goods, sinks and taps. And bins and wirework plus floor and wall mounted storage systems. And drawer systems, cabinet and carcase legs, glass shelf and door fittings, splashbacks, panels and tiles.

Bringing a fresh new look to Caple's existing Rio Kitchen, Rio Chalk is the quintessential traditional white kitchen.

Not content with providing stylish looking kitchen solutions, Miele die Küche ensures its superior fitted kitchens are practical too, incorporating a wide range of intelligent features to make life easier.

The marriage of high gloss and wood is the latest trend in kitchen design developed by Parapan®  This well established high gloss acrylic  has become  the material of choice for an ever growing number of top kitchen designers.  Here Mowlem and Co. Design has used bright shiny Alpine White as a counterpoint to grainy Zebrano veneer with striking effect.

Smart looks, perfect cornering and precision engineering, the new Arena Style Le Mans storage solution from PWS has them all.   Featuring the latest superior Arena Style specification,  Le Mans eliminates unnecessary lifting, bending or reaching as the system brings the shelves out when the door is opened.

Bellissimo furniture has added curved and bespoke options to Saturn - the UK's biggest range of vinyl doors and drawer fronts for kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms.

Black Red White is currently the largest furniture manufacturer in Poland and a significant importer to world markets.  Furniture is manufactured in several factories, employing over 6,000 employees. Each year over 19 mln m2 of furniture board being processed and stored in warehouses with the total storage area exceeding 250,000 m2.  Application of modern technologies and enhancement of production are combined with care about the natural environment - our largest production plant was granted ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications. 

To complement it's ever increasing range of components, doors and carcasses, East Coast have assembled a striking collection of feature doors which enable the kitchen designer to create individual designs.

Mayfair Taps and Showers have recently added the Flow kitchen tap to its existing portfolio. The Flow kitchen tap has a smooth square design with a tall swivel spout and lever handle. It has been developed with the modern home in mind.

The new Waterford ceramic sinks from Carron Phoenix echo the design appeal akin to a traditional Belfast sink but offer the advantage of far easier installation.

Abode taps are created for people who want the perfect blend of design, performance and sheer quality. The contemporary mixer tap range combines precision perfect engineering with stunning design. One of the latest, a striking beautiful architectural tap is Edge, a monobloc mixertap which takes its cutting edge design styling from contemporary kitchen design.  Smooth on the eye and smooth to the touch, Edge is available in both Chrome and Brushed Nickel and will look stunning in every contemporary home.

Sinks, taps and accessories manufacturer, Reginox, has added two filtered water taps to its range. 

The BRITA Filter Taps from Francis Pegler is the only range of taps to give you BRITA filtered water.

Created to complement the traditionally styled Classic and Original ranges of fireclay sinks, the Turton monobloc tap has been specifically designed to enhance the Shaws offering.    The introduction of own label  taps is in response to demands from the retail trade who want to offer the complete Shaws package and is the perfect solution to sit with our unique British made, handcrafted sinks.

Geometric styling is the principal look for fashionable kitchens. With the Mythos concept of combining minimalism and angular designs and, with the option of stainless steel, Fragranite or ceramic in a single bowl or one-a-half bowl format, Franke offers consumers a comprehensive choice for a cutting-edge sink solution.

GROHE, renowned for its quality bathroom fittings, can be forgotten when it comes to kitchen taps; however the company's share of this market is 10% in mainland Western Europe. The GROHE kitchen portfolio consists of twelve tap ranges, all of which are fully life tested to the equivalent of 20 years.

Air Uno has teamed up with Foster, the Italian makers of superior stainless steel, to offer a stylish range of sinks and taps including this streamlined 985mm x 503mm flush-mounted bowl and drainer Quadra sink with its sharp-edged corners. The difference between this sink and others is that Foster uses only the very highest grade AISI 304 stainless steel whilst most domestic sinks in the UK are AISI 430 steel.

One of Britain's leading distributors to the kitchen industry, D K Distribution of Manchester are supplying an exciting new range of sink and tap designs including products from leading manufacturer Pyramis.

White works with everything, so for a change why not go for Carron Phoenix's Fiji 150 undermount in Polar White as an alternative to stainless steel.

A worldwide leader in natural stone, Cosentino is launching a new range of granite work surfaces this autumn. SenSa Granite benefits from exclusive stain protection, which is designed to last for fifteen years. Anchored to the surface of the stone via a chemical reaction, the exclusive stain protection prevents the granite from staining, whilst allowing the stone to breathe and preserve its natural colour. The new Cosentino SenSa granite worktops do not need to be sealed.

GEC Anderson stainless steel worktops and sinks combine a stunning, clean appearance with robust, ultra-hygienic performance, providing the ultimate in functionality and style for contemporary kitchens.

Conventional shaker style doors are rejuvenated with bright white painted solid wood frames and veneer panels.  The simplistic classic lines of the kitchen combined with the refreshing white finish create a spacious, light, and airy environment. To add a contemporary touch to this established style, Caple recommends the H170 chunky square stainless steel handle (pictured above).

The recent re-launch of Resopal worktops from Wilsonart has seen the introduction of 9 exciting new designs. Now with 30 designs to select from the new Resopal collection provides a striking balance between the most popular granites and woodgrains to the new, stunning stones and slates.

Within the next 30 years, the number of people aged 65 and over in the UK will nearly double.

Impey UK, designers and manufacturers of innovative shower solutions for those with limited mobility has launched a brand new contemporary healthcare range.

One retractable knob controls all on this top-of-the-range single ‘CircoTherm' oven from Neff's built-in cooking collection in stainless steel.   ‘CircoTherm' means that the oven heats up rapidly and therefore requires little or no pre-heating for additional energy efficiency. 

Leading appliance manufacturer, CDA has a range of innovative induction hobs that have a chic, minimal design perfect for today's contemporary kitchen. Nothing beats induction for both safety and convenience, heating up immediately and reaching temperature quicker than other fuel types; induction saves you time and money at the touch of a button.

A tailored version of SuperView21 CAD is available for the Special Needs market. It is often difficult for clients to visualise proposals and this is particularly true with an aging population. Clients need the confidence and understanding 3D CAD pictures provide. If an Occupational Therapist is involved obtaining the necessary approvals is greatly eased by the Scale Plan, 3Ds Item List etc that are all easily produced from the same information

Showerlux UK, renowned for manufacturing stylish and contemporary bathroom products, has launched Easi Care - a new range that is set to create a stir in the assisted bathing market.   

International bathroom manufacturer VitrA offers a number of special needs products as part of its standard collections- meaning they meet DDA regulations whilst showcasing the latest in bathroom design.

The new PLA shower enclosure from HSK which consists of one small fixed panel and two pivoting bi-fold doors means that access to the shower is really maximised. 

The Utopia Wet Panel from Selecta is extremely versatile.  For use in residential care and nursing homes, the Panel is ideal.  By using a longer supporting bar, a larger showering area/wet room can be created giving space for wheel chair access and a seat for the elderly or people who cannot stand for long periods.

There were 19.8 million people aged 50 and over in the UK in 2002, which represented a 24% increase over four decades, from 16.0 million in 1961. This number is projected to increase by a further 37% by 2031, when there will be close to 27 million people aged 50 and over in the UK.*

Aimed at the less able and ‘inclusive' market, the new Mira Select Flex has been  developed from Mira's existing Select mixer it is the mixer equivalent of the Mira Advance ATL Flex, the leading electric shower for this market.  

Leading UK shower manufacturer, Roman, offers a range of inclusively designed products which give easy access to all user groups, whilst still being stylish and contemporary.

Stevens & Jubb, the British bath manufacturer which aims to encourage people to spend more time in the bath, has recently added a complementary safety product, ThermaSsure, to its Comfort range of baths.

Unique to Siemens, the ‘liftMatic' oven is based on the revolutionary concept of a wall-mounted oven with a built- in lift.  The lift function allows you easy access to the food from three sides, without doors or handles getting in the way.  

With over 11 million people registered disabled in Britain and an ageing population, the demand for products for those less well abled has never been greater.

Hafele's newest electro-mechanical technology brings kitchens comfortably within reach of everyone - short, tall or disabled.

New Telescopic Capella from Flair International is a unique range of shower enclosures which allow the installer to adjust product widths to fit any shower space. Using a drill free ‘twist and lock' system, an Allen key is all that is required to slacken the screws so the product can be scoped up or down to fit the space. Once the perfect fit is achieved, the product ‘locks' into place without leaving any tell-tale drill marks or holes. There are seven door styles including a new 90cm corner pivot door that can be installed directly onto the floor making it ideal for creating a stylish wetroom and also facilitating wheelchair access.

Symphony has introduced a new worktop and wall unit system to its Esprit collection for people with disabilities. The range has also been extended to include the company's most popular woodgrain effect and coloured doors.

Recent research for the 50+ generation commissioned by Kaldewei, Europe's No. 1 for baths, highlighted the importance of ‘Universal Design'. Products that combine innovative technology and high-quality design with convenience, comfort and safety appeal to people of all ages and mobility. The Rondo bathtub from Kaldewei is a perfect example with integrated handles and spacious ergonomic interior allowing several sitting or lying positions. For showering with optimum space and stability the ultra flat Kaldewei Superplan XXL shower tray with anti-slip surface is fitted flush with the floor allowing unrestricted access even for a wheelchair.

Inclusive bathroom schemes often demand a greater degree of versatility - both in terms of design and functionality - so when selecting fixtures and fittings, it's worth being up to speed on the latest technology.  Not least digital technology, which, having taken the showering sector by storm, is now also making its mark on bathing.

Gone are the days of bathrooms being designed solely with functionality in mind. As life for most gets more and more chaotic, homeowners are placing an increasing importance on creating a retreat from the world outside. Spending time in a carefully composed bathroom can rejuvenate the body and mind, which has created a trend towards bathrooms becoming a centre of domestic relaxation within the home.

During the 50 years that Pressalit of Denmark has been manufacturing toilet seats, these luxury high specification products have earned the distinction in Europe of being among the very best in terms of comfort, luxury, high specification and choice. Calmo and Delight are seats which combine minimalist design with modern functionality.  They offer the ultimate in comfort as well as a soundless, soft close function.

Novatorre 8 is a chrome on brass accessory offer with concealed wall mounted fixings.  The contemporary look will suit the modern bathroom.  Easy on the eye and easy on the pocket.  The fifteen year guarantee highlights the company's confidence in the product quality.  There are a wide variety of sizes in towel rails, shelves and toilet roll holders offering the consumer unparalleled choice in a single range.

Why miss a favourite television programme in lieu of bathing or cooking? With bathovision, it's possible to do both simultaneously - multitasking has never been easier!

Hafele now has a relaxing toe in the water in the bathroom. In addition to  chic free-standing baths and superbly designed shower bath suites, we have a great range of bathroom accessories, including some very stylish taps.

No other company has done more to move the design of bathroom interiors into the contemporary realm than HiB.

Traditional-style bathrooms are still extremely popular and the St James brassware collection from Marflow  creates an authentic look. The latest accessory to be added to the extensive range is a set of stylish grab rails inspired by the very best in classic Victorian design.

Roper Rhodes - a leading independent supplier of design-led bathroom furniture, accessories and brassware - is pleased to announce the launch of its new accessory range Express. Express has a distinctive profile and clean angular lines adding sophistication to any bathroom and is available with co-ordinating brassware.

As part of its pioneering new product development programme, leading British manufacturer, Imperial Bathrooms, has introduced the world's first ever range of solid timber toilet seats available with a soft-close mechanism.

Many Bathroom Showroom managers are simply not interested in Bathroom Accessories. They should be. Design and quality has improved markedly in recent years. There are good margins and they're trouble free: they don't come back!.

The brand new Elegance range of towel rails and radiators from Abacus Direct Ltd has recently been launched.

JIS EUROPE of Haywards Heath has just launched a new and exciting range of heated towel rails under the banner of their Sussex Range.

Accessories are an increasingly important sector of the bathroom brassware market for Chartley, who manage a portfolio of high end, luxury bathroom products.

A date has been announced for the 2008 Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association AGM. The event will take place at the National Self Build and Renovation Centre which is located in Swindon on Thursday 10th July.

Pronorm continues the successful expansion of its UK dealer network with the opening of a solus showroom in Warrington with Freestyle Kitchens.

Deva, one the UK's largest suppliers of bathroom and kitchen taps, showers and bathroom accessories, has announced a new partnership with award winning executive house builders, Wainhomes.

There has been an extremely positive response to the launch of the UK's first dedicated consumer show for kitchens and bathrooms to be held at Sandown Park, Esher, Surrey on 14-16 November 2008.

EGGER, the UK's leading supplier of wood-based products to the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom industries, has improved its service to their distributors with the introduction of an exclusive e-newsletter.

[tc] bathrooms has released three new shower boards and four striking new accessory display boards, to help retailers to maximise their sales of bathroom products.

23rd July sees a special date in the Sycamore calendar, with the milestone 10 year anniversary of the company. Founded in 1998, Sycamore Lighting has continued to grow rapidly over the years to become the leading lighting supplier to the trade. The rise of Sycamore Lighting can be attributed to the combination of high quality, innovative products and a comprehensive service which includes lighting design ideas for all clients. Specialising in energy saving lighting, the Sycamore portfolio includes a variety of kitchen and bathroom lighting; including cabinet lights, illuminated shelves and plinth lights.

Members of the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) are leading the bathroom industry on water efficiency.

Promising to further strengthen its sales team, the UK's leading kitchen frontals and accessories manufacturer, Burbidge, has appointed a new area sales manager for the South East.

Pergo has won the ‘Best in Test' title, which is a laminate assessment conducted by an independent Dutch magazine, Testaankoop. The tests are conducted to measure durability, impact and water resistance, and the ability to remove stains, among other factors.

Ideal Bathrooms has launched a unique promotion in conjunction with Showerlux and Ideal Standard giving a free Simplicity shower tray with selected Glide enclosures which include Pivot, Bi-fold, Quadrant and Slider doors. 

Ideal Bathrooms has relocated its Kingston upon Thames distribution warehouse hub to new purpose designed premises in Hayes, Middlesex.

Most bathroom and kitchen retailers do display some tiles but most could sell more.  Discerning home owners will not complete the purchase of a kitchen or bathroom until they have decided on every detail and that certainly includes the tiles - floor and wall.  No-one wants to risk their stylish, state of the art kitchen being ruined by not being able to source tiles to compliment the exact shade of the worktop; or take the chance that they won't be able to find tiles with just a little bit of chrome or silver to emphasize the gleam on those bath taps.  While they are looking they may find a bathroom suite they prefer or a better deal on that kitchen. 

The PJH Group, the UK's largest distributor of bathrooms, kitchens and appliances, has promoted Jon Hartley, who previously held the position of Regional Sales Manager, to National Sales Manager.

Bushboard's new Worktop Zone is a highly effective way for retailers to offer customers a comprehensive choice in premium laminate and solid surfacing designs. Stylish and space conscious, the overall display measures just 1.85m high x 2m wide and can be wall or floor mounted. The trio of stands is made up of Bushboard's Prima and Omega laminate ranges and the Encore solid surfacing range which collectively reflect the very latest trends in designs, colours and surface textures from this forward-thinking worktop manufacturer

Winners of a recent competition to design "A Kitchen for the Future" are now working with sponsors, Paula Rosa, to develop exciting new concepts for the kitchen in years to come. Always seeking innovation, Paula Rosa set a challenge for students of Nottingham University School of the Built Environment, to bring a fresh approach to this most traditional heart of the home. 

RAK Ceramics highlights its highly desirable tiles collections in a gorgeous glossy new brochure.