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Modern kitchen with a contemporary design – Arredo3 Asia Collection
The Arredo3 Asia Collection is one we just can’t get enough of. Functionality, ergonomics and design are the main features of Asia, a modern kitchen by Arredo3 with a contemporary design. This stunning range embraces a rough vintage style of wood in a number of combinations. Contrasting the Asian Collection with industrial styles, and bold [...]
Sunlit Days by Silestone®
Silestone® by Cosentino, the leading global hybrid mineral surface for the world of architecture and design, presents Sunlit Days, the first carbon neutral collection in the quartz surfaces and engineered stone industry. To reach this new milestone in the industry, Cosentino commits to offsetting the CO² emissions of the entire life cycle of the Silestone® Sunlit [...]
Introducing ‘Feeling Home’ Collection by Arrital
Introducing Arrital’s latest offering ‘Feeling Home’ which provides a design concept for beyond the kitchen space. With cabinetry that adapts to the living room, study and TV room affording design continuity throughout the home – from the kitchen to the living zones. Designed by Franco Driusso, there are several different contexts available with a wide [...]
The Myths of Imported Cabinetry
If you’ve ever considered purchasing imported Italian cabinetry but ultimately been scared off by the thought of lead time or expense, then we have all your questions answered! Retreat Design prides itself on supplying quality Italian made cabinetry to the Perth market and we truly believe our product offering is unique and superior. Let us [...]
What is Dekton?
Dekton is the brand name given by Spanish countertop manufacturer Cosentino to their new ultra-dense material used for kitchen, bathroom, and workspace countertops. Made from a mix of porcelain, glass and minerals, it is an innovative, ultra-compact surface that offers endless design possibilities for outdoor and indoor spaces. The slimline composite material comes in large [...]
Delivery Updates from Retreat Design
With our renovation business booming in 2021, bookings for cabinetry installation have been pushed out until February 2022. Sea freight is currently taking 8 weeks which means our lead times are approximately 14-16 weeks from order to install. With this in mind, if you are looking to book in a renovation for 2022 now is [...]
Karol Signature Bathroom Collection
Introducing the stunning new ‘Signature’ bathroom collection by our supplier Karol Italia. Retreat Design is the exclusive distributor of the Karol range of bathrooms in Australia. Stylish, elegant, modern and functional are the hallmarks of this Italian bathroom cabinetry company, with each of the elements in the range flexible in design – enabling a [...]
Integrated Fridges
At Retreat Design we love taking inspiration from European design trends. We believe the way forward is with integrated appliances, which means that clunky-looking fridges, freezers and dishwashers are a thing of the past. With many of the big name appliance brands such as Miele, Sub-Zero, Liebherr, AEG and Siemens now offering integrated options, it’s [...]
Kitchen Cabinetry Door Options
Kitchen cabinetry doors have come along way since the flat panel front with a handle of your choice. The technology has changed so dramatically in the last few years, choosing an emerging door option is a real way to add the wow factor to your new kitchen. At Retreat Design, we are the market leader [...]
AK_07 Door Samples Have Arrived
We are super excited to have received our AK_07 door samples from Arrital. This new and highly anticipated range has an integrated handle formed by the unique slanted surface at the top of the door. One of the stand out features of the new AK_07 kitchen design is the door profile. The framed door, made [...]
Introducing the Arrital AK_07 Kitchen
We are excited to get our hands on an entirely new kitchen range from Arrital which is both luxurious and unique. One of the stand out features of the new AK_07 kitchen design is the door profile. The framed door, made out of four wooden strips, is characterised by the dovetail joints, a hallmark feature [...]
Arredo3 Libreria Free Shelving
We are loving the versatility of the Arredo3 ‘Libreria Free’ bookcase which is now on display in our showroom. Available with a wall mounted or ceiling mounted frame, there are various modules and shelves which can be ordered to allow for complete customisation. The frame is available in a titanium or burnished metal [...]
Project Review│South Perth Kitchen
We’re pleased to share with you the professional photos of our recently completed South Perth renovation. The brief from our client was to modernise their dated 90’s style kitchen and create a functional space that blended well with the classic aesthetic of the home. Cabinetry in a mix of matte white and walnut laminate from [...]
Arrital Gem Display Cabinets
The beautiful Gem display units from Arrital are an excellent addition to the kitchen and a firm favourite at Retreat Design. Several of our recent projects have featured this beautiful cabinetry and integrated living room storage into the kitchen design. We also have a stunning display of this in our black AK_Project kitchen in the [...]
New Showroom Launch
Our showroom is now officially completed and we are excited to be welcoming clients in to our brand new space at 156 Onslow Rd, Shenton Park. With four new kitchen displays, four beautiful bathrooms and a dedicated finish selection room we are proud to showcase our larger, more accessible space. Retreat Design has over 13 [...]
Introducing the Arredo3 Meg Kitchen Collection
Introducing the beautiful Meg kitchen collection from our supplier Arredo3. It features elegant inset frame doors which look both traditional yet contemporary to suit a variety of interiors. Available in two price categories, the mid price range consists of 4 laminate Maximatt finishes and the high price range can be lacquered in your choice of [...]
HELM tapware by Zucchetti
As it approaches it’s 100th anniversary, Zucchetti has inaugurated a new phase, updating the identity of the brand and launching two new tap lines: Medameda, designed by Alberto and Francesco Meda, and Helm, designed by David Lopez Quincoces. The Helm collection is the first line of entirely stainless steel taps by Zucchetti available in a range of fashion forward colours. [...]
The ‘IT’ List – Our Most Popular Images on Social Media in 2020
It’s always fascinating to see which projects of ours strike a cord with our followers and which images are the most liked on Social Media. This year we’ve seen a definite trend for black cabinetry with our top photos featuring black Fenix, black Maximatt and black stained oak. Below we’ve compiled a snapshot of top [...]
Classy Christmas Recipes from Winning Appliances
Thanks to our friends at Winning Appliances we have some gourmet recipe ideas for you to try this festive season. Featuring fresh seasonal produce and easy to follow instructions these recipes are sure to be a hit at Christmas. SUMMER BERRIES GALETTE APPLIANCE: NEFF 60CM PYROLYTIC ELECTRIC BUILT-IN OVEN WITH VARIOSTEAM RECIPE CREATED [...]
Easy & Delicious Festive Food
It’s December, Christmas entertaining is in full swing and we’ve pulled together some of our favourite festive food recipes from Gourmet Traveller to get you inspired in the kitchen. Say goodbye to 2020 and toast to the year ahead! White Christmas with sour cherries, almonds and Grand Marnier INGREDIENTS 50 gm natural almonds 150 [...]
A Sneak Peek Of Our Showroom Finishes
We are eagerly counting down the days until our new showroom is ready to reveal. In the meantime we thought wed give you a sneak peek of some our finish selections on display. Designed to give each and every kitchen some ‘wow factor’ we have chosen bold colours and textures to complement the cutting edge [...]
Showroom Update November 2020
Well what a year it’s been! As we edge closer to the Christmas break, we thought we’d give you an update on our long awaited and much anticipated showroom opening. Whilst we have been working flat tack on our new projects and finishing off older ones we have had several delays with shipping for the [...]
Retreat Design – A Unique Kitchen Company
If you’d like to know what sets us apart, then look no further. Our reputation and portfolio of past projects is proof of our continued relevance in the Perth market. Have a read below for our point of difference to local cabinet makers. UNIQUE At Retreat Design, we have exclusive access to a world [...]
Arredo3 Glass 2.0 Kitchen
Introducing the beautiful new Glass 2.0 kitchen collection from our supplier Arredo3. It features aluminium technical doors with glass fronts and a grip-profile opening. Available with glossy, matte or textured finishes, there is a style to suit every interior. The internal aluminium structure is completely hidden from view and is both light and sturdy. Externally, [...]
Production & Lead Times
With 2020 proving to be an unprecedented year, we’d like to give you an update on lead times for our Italian made product offering at Retreat Design. We are pleased to share that our current manufacturing lead times are back to pre-Covid in the Italian factories and we have encountered minimal shipping delays. Lead times [...]
Arrital Ak_B08 Kitchen Range
The AkB_08 kitchen range is Arrital’s latest offering and the result of a collaboration between chef Andrea Berton and designer Franco Driusso. This range aims to transfer the practicality of a professional kitchen into the family home environment. A distinctive feature of AkB_08 is the “Floating Core” door and frame which allows for a slim [...]
COVID-19 Update from Retreat Design
We wanted to put a message out to all our existing clients and Retreat Design team to address the current health situation around COVID-19. We are keen to follow government advice and provide a safe and clean environment for our customers and staff given we are all feeling uncertain in these tough times. We’ve included [...]
Zucchetti Brim wins the Good Design Award
The Zucchetti Brim collection, designed by Ludovica+Roberto Palomba has been awarded the 2019 Good Design Award in the Bath/Accessory section. Brim was selected among over 900 product designs and graphics from over 47 nations for the oldest and most prestigious international prize awarded overseas for design products. Reassuring and essential, the Brim collection stands out for its compact design that uses a single lexicon [...]
Moving Away From Modular Cabinetry
Retreat Design prides itself on the ability to custom make kitchen components to suit your unique space. Whilst Ikea, Bunnings and other imported flat pack cabinetry suppliers are limited to modular sizes, our manufacturing partners can custom make any size cabinets that need to be produced to create your dream kitchen. With modular cabinetry [...]
Top Kitchen & Bathroom Trends for 2020
With the start of a new year we’ve compiled a list of design trends for the kitchen and bathroom in 2020. Whilst our designs are based on longevity and relevance for the years to come, its also nice to incorporate a few modern touches into our work. See below for our design trends forecast for [...]
Your Guide To Kitchen Benchtops
With so many products on offer, design choices for your kitchen bench top are endless. Here’s the Retreat Design guide to kitchen bench tops. We also highly recommend having a read of Choice Australia’s article where they’ve put 16 benchtop materials to the test in their labs, assessing their ability to resist heat damage, staining, [...]
How much does a kitchen renovation cost?
The latest 2018/19 HIA Kitchens and Bathrooms survey found the average value of a kitchen installed in new homes to be $25,707, which is now lower than the $26,280 average value of kitchens installed as part of renovations. As a general rule of thumb entry level kitchen renovations will start around $10,000 to $25,000. A [...]
NEW STEAM APPLIANCES
STEAMING AHEAD: WINNING APPLIANCES REVEALS TOP KITCHEN AND LAUNDRY APPLIANCES THAT USE STEAM TECHNOLOGY Australia’s premium kitchen and laundry specialist, reveals some of the latest products leading the steam revolution in kitchen and laundry appliances. With the evolution of steam technology, home cooking and cleaning has never been more efficient and accessible. Danielle Sukari, [...]
From Concept to Creation
From Design Concept to Realisation.. As a team of passionate interior designers, there is nothing better than watching a concept creation come to life. Whether it be a kitchen renovation, new home cabinetry, extensive home remodel or whatever your cabinetry design needs, we go into every project hoping to truly nail your brief so [...]
Supplier Spotlight: ARRITAL CUCINE
Our long standing relationship with supplier Arrital Cucine continues to grow with a large portion of our kitchen renovations utilising the quality Italian made cabinetry. Situated in Fontanafredda, Italy, Arrital’s headquarters and world class manufacturing facility supply kitchens to the global market, with 2019 being the company’s 40th anniversary. Renowned architect Franco Driusso has designed [...]
Inspiring Storage & Cabinetry Ideas
THE STORAGE SPECIALISTS // Retreat Design are proud suppliers of Italian furniture brand Dall’Agnese which specialises in creating high quality, beautifully designed storage solutions such as TV units and wardrobes. With a unique offering of customisable cabinetry, our designers can create a solution for your home which is tailored to fit the space. There [...]
Environmentally friendly cabinetry solutions
At Retreat Design we understand that as importers of products for the construction industry it is imperative to engage in sustainable and environmentally friendly practices to ensure we deliver our service in an ethically responsible manner. By nature, Italian products are sustainable. Our Italian manufacturing brands have an ethos that furniture is for LIFE [...]
Arredo3 Kitchens to Retreat Design
Retreat Design is pleased to announce our partnership with Italian kitchen manufacturer, Arredo3. Producing high quality cabinetry at competitive prices, we now have a product offering to suit all budgets. The Arredo3 factory is in the top 5 kitchen manufacturers in Italy with a large scale facility based in Scorzè in northeastern Italy which includes [...]
Kitchen Benchtop Ideas
Food for thought with our guide to the different benchtop surfaces available for use in your next kitchen project. NATURAL PRODUCTS Marble, Granite or Stone Natural marble is a high end product with a beautiful, one of a kind finish. Clients can choose a specific slab with a variety of colour and veining options. Depending [...]
New York Loft Dreaming
There is something quite eclectic about New York lofts. They often fuse a range of design aesthetics to create a completely unique and often uber hip abode. Effeti Impronta kitchen cabinetry range has been used to maximum effect in this New York loft by providing a subtle cabinetry backdrop that allows the feature pieces sing. [...]
Kitchenettes
Thanks Houzz for the feature, click below if you’re keen to learn more about Kitchenettes and how they fit our modern day living spaces! Kitchenettes: What Are They and Do You Need One? Come in to our Subiaco showroom or call to chat to one of our experienced designers about your next small space [...]
Fenix NTA | Nanotech Alloy
The result of years of research by Arpa Industriale is the new Fenix NTA which combines the benefits of Fenix with the luxury of an alloy based finish. For kitchen doors, Fenix NTA is being used as a metal coating on cabinetry door faces to create a completely unique, anti fingerprint modern door finish. [...]
Kitchen Design Trends 2019
Less Is More Streamlined and simple design will continue to be a kitchen design trend for 2019. Removing bold features such as bright splash-backs and de-cluttering work surfaces allows cabinetry to be the real hero of a kitchen space. The focus is on creating simple spaces where the timeless appeal of good quality cabinetry is [...]
Designer in Review | Giancarlo Vegni
Giancarlo Vegni has been consolidating his furniture design experience since beginning his career in 1968 working for Ferretti Cucine. Vegni’s overarching design philosophy is to create simple design through the use of geometric modularity and round shapes. His designs are timeless and celebrated over the world as well as in Italy. Most notably for [...]
Speed System Cabinetry | Furniture For Living
Dall’Agnese’s Speed cabinetry range recently received a re-fresh and the result is gorgeous! This system cabinetry range provides flexible solutions for any living space with the attention to detail you would expect from Italian cabinetry. The range features modular hanging and wall based units in a wide variety of finishes and features. The features [...]
Abbett Haus | Certified Passive Home
Retreat Design was engaged by the owners of one of only two certified passive homes in WA, Abbett Haus, to design and manufacture the kitchen and bathroom cabinetry for their beach side abode. We were really proud to be part of this design and the home was a knock out at last years Open House, [...]
Around the World | Bathroom Design Inspo
Quintessentially channeling Italian style, Rifra bathroom cabinetry has international appeal, being installed in some of the most beautiful residences around the world. This private home in Brussels is set among natural bush land and provides bucket-loads of bathroom design inspo. The ensuite features wall to ceiling windows to take advantage of the breathtaking bush land [...]
Kitchen Renovation Process | What to Expect
At Retreat Design we manage your kitchen renovation from start to finish, using experienced tradespeople and a professional in-house installation and project management team. Pre-Renovation A few weeks before your renovation is scheduled to commence your designer will touch base with a firm project timeframe that will be shared with you via our online project [...]
Range Review | Effeti E0 Kitchen Cabinetry
Effeti kitchen cabinetry really does epitomize Italian design style. Effeti kitchen cabinetry is made in a small manufacturing plant in Tuscany by a team of dedicated designers and furniture makers, they are purists at what they do and it really shows in what they produce. One of Effeti’s latest kitchen cabinetry ranges is the [...]
Italian Kitchen Cabinetry | Effeti’s Luce
Effeti’s Luce Italian kitchen cabinetry range has been one of the staple cabinetry offerings here at Retreat Design for over 10 years and is hard wearing, versatile and 100% Made in Italy. The Luce kitchen cabinetry range is characterized by a low profile aluminum handle that runs either horizontally or vertically along the length [...]
Product Review | Modo Bathroom Collection
Altamarea’s gorgeous Modo collection has just undergone a re-vamp to make it an even more contemporary and versatile bathroom collection. The Modo bathroom cabinetry collection offers a wide range of innovative product features like customised make up vanity units, vanity dividers, integrated laundry baskets and open vertical wall units. Take the door opening systems [...]
Large Format Cladding Solutions
Large format porcelain was the hot feature product to emerge from Eurocucina 2018 and here at Retreat Design we love the product so much we have clad the walls, door fronts and bench tops in Laminam’s Calce Bianco in one of our new showroom display kitchens! Laminam also features in the most recent multi [...]
3 steps to kitchen installation
Watch our videos to see Josh’s hassle free kitchen installation in Mosman Park for Retreat Design! Kitchen installation is an easy 3 step process with Josh from Retreat Design as your project manager! Firstly, the cabinetry gets unpacked and roughly put into situ according to the shop drawings, prepared in advance by one of our [...]
International Design Award | Arrital’s AKB_08
This year there were over 1200 submissions to the ADI Compassio d’Oro design award and Arrital’s AKB_08 cabinetry range came out in the top 50 with an honorable mention! This award is one of Italy’s most prestigious design awards and is growing in international recognition. The award is held in Milan where an international jury [...]
Large Format Porcelain | Design Forward Functionality
One of the emerging products at this years Eurocucina 2018 was large format porcelain. Large format porcelain has really started to push through into the Perth market and we are really excited to see how creative applications of this product come to life. Here, Neolith’s arctic white is used with stark effect to create a [...]
Powder Room Envy – making a statement out of an understated room
Although an essential room in the house, powder rooms rarely get the kudos they deserve. They are the one room, with the exception of your living space, most visitors will encounter, so why not create some dinner time banter? The obvious solution to creating conversation starting spaces is the use of colour. As the [...]
Eurocucina 2018
If you are kitchen design purist you may have been in Milan last week for the biennial Salone del Mobile 2018 where the latest kitchen furniture and furnishings were showcased at Eurocucina 2018. Manufacturers and designers from around the world land in Milan every two years for this event. It is Italy’s, and Europe’s [...]
Classic Kitchen Design
If you are looking for a truly classic kitchen design, Arrital Cucine’s Village kitchen range is perfect for you. This kitchen cabinetry collection is available exclusively in Perth from Retreat Design. The range features an framed detail on the doors to create a timelessly classic kitchen. The Village kitchen cabinetry collection is available in [...]
Italian Cabinetry – Made in Italy
At Retreat Design we have worked hard over the years to ensure the Italian cabinetry manufacturers we have relationships with assist to provide the best quality kitchens and bathrooms for our Perth clients. Two of our five suppliers, Arrital and Altamarea, hold the exclusive Made in Italy badge. This badge is no small feat as [...]
Beautiful Basins For The Bathroom
If you’re looking for a stand-out feature piece for the bathroom then you’ve come to the right place. Here at Retreat Design we have access to some of the world’s most beautiful basins from our European suppliers. Take a look at some of our stunning options below. For more information on these products, drop in [...]
The Arrital ‘Gallery’ Kitchen │Timeless Elegance
For lovers of a traditional kitchen, the Arrital Gallery is the epitome of refined luxury. Featuring shaker style doors with a classic aesthetic, this kitchen is a perfect alternative to our more modern, streamlined kitchens. The key design element, being the inset frame on the cabinet door, gives this kitchen collection a Hamptons feel [...]
Our Top Tapware Picks
Choosing the right tapware for your kitchen or bathroom project should be a well thought out decision. The range on offer is extensive and there is a huge difference in price and quality. At Retreat Design, we are proud suppliers of European brands such as Gessi, Zucchetti, Hansgrohe, Armando Vicario and KWC to name a [...]
New 2017 Caesarstone Colours
In the year that it is celebrating its 30th anniversary, Caesarstone is pleased to announce the launch of six new colours into the Caesarstone collection. Following on from Rugged Concrete™ released in July we are extremely excited about Cloudburst Concrete™ – a white on white tonal cloud like patina to complement the existing concrete [...]
Arrital AK_Project Kitchen Range
Introducing AK_Project, the streamlined new kitchen collection from Arrital with a greater range of product offerings and standardisation. The old AK_01, AK_02, AK_03 and AK_06 have been amalgamated and refreshed to offer more variety for our clients to select the perfect function and finish. A completely customised approach to kitchen design, the AK_Project range [...]
Supplier Spotlight: ALTAMAREA BATHROOMS
Altamarea is a boutique bathroom cabinetry manufacturer operating out of Pordenone, Italy and is part of the larger Arrital group of companies. Founded in the year 2000, Altamarea collaborates with renowned Italian design studios to bring unique, high quality bath furnishings to the international market. Their philosophy is one that cherishes the Italian hand [...]
Fenix NTM® The Revolutionary Kitchen Material
A versatile new product perfectly suited to cabinetry applications. Available on the AK Series Kitchens by Arrital Cucine. We are pleased to share with you the images of our recently completed project in Byford using the revolutionary new kitchen material called Fenix NTM®. Arrital Cucine unveiled Fenix NTM® on their kitchens at EuroCucina in Milan a [...]
Introducing the Must Collection by Altamarea
Introducing the luxurious ‘Must Collection’ by Altamarea, Italy. Designed in collaboration with Willy Dalto from Imago Design, the Must products are now available through Retreat Design in Perth. Founded in Oderzo, Italy in 2000, the boutique bathroom manufacturer Altamarea collaborates with renowned Italian design studios to bring unique, high quality bath furnishings to the international [...]
Miele ArtLine Handleless Appliances
“Purist, linear and entirely handleless” New to Australia, Miele has introduced a super sleek range of handle-less appliances called “ArtLine”. Kitchens have evolved dramatically over the years and in keeping with streamlined cabinetry, ArtLine offers flush fitting, functional appliances that are aesthetically beautiful. Developed by Miele’s design team, ArtLine is the culmination of 6 years design [...]
XLight Large format porcelain tiles
Introducing XLight, by Porcelanosa, the slimline porcelain slabs which offer a fabulous new cladding solution for walls & benches. Characterised by its extra-large format and minimum thickness, XLight is extremely versatile. Perfect for use in bathrooms and kitchens, it eliminates the need for grout lines, making cleaning easier and mimicking the look of natural stone. New to the Perth [...]
Arrital’s ‘Design Your Future’ │ Italian Visit 2017
The Retreat Design team have recently returned from their trip to Italy where they attended the Arrital ‘Design (Y)our Future’ Global meeting attended by over 70 distributors from 35 different countries across the world. The three day event commenced in Fontanafredda, where Arrital’s headquarters and world class manufacturing facility are located. Here, the team were [...]
Custom Wardrobes & Storage Solutions
Do you have grand ideas for the perfect built in or walk in wardrobe? Do you long for a modern, stylish & functional wardrobe to house all your beautiful clothes & accessories? Retreat Design is here to help! With access to exclusive Italian brands such as Dall’agnese and Birex, we have a multitude of different [...]
A comparison: natural & man made benchtop surfaces
As kitchen designers, we have completed countless renovations with a variety of both natural stone & marble bench tops and engineered solid surfaces. Here we thought we’d give you a simple comparison of the different products available for your next kitchen or bathroom project // NATURAL PRODUCTS Marble, Granite or Stone Natural marble is [...]
AK_02 Kitchen – an affordable, luxury kitchen
We thought we’d revisit the AK_02 Kitchen by Arrital to show you that designer kitchens can be within reach! A stylish kitchen with excellent affordability, the AK_02 kitchen features 22mm thick doors in a range of thermostructured melamine finishes. Available with four straight edges or with one edge at 30 degrees. The straight edge option is available [...]
Introducing the Opera Collection by Altamarea
Introducing the luxe new Opera collection by Altamarea Italy. Designed by Willy Dalto & Antonella di Nuzzo from Imago Design, we are very excited to have this brand new bathroom collection on display in our showroom. Inspired by the Scandinavian sideboard of the fifties and sixties, the sleek cabinetry is characterised by aluminium extruded handles in finishes such [...]
CONO by Gessi + Karol
Newly released, the Gessi Cono (meaning ‘Cone’ in Italian) collection of tap ware and ceramics combines a naturally curved shape with angular lines, to create a sculptural piece of art. Innovative in form, Cono is designed in Italy by Prospero Rasulo and includes taps, basins, baths and accessories that are ideal for both contemporary and [...]
Designer radiators from tubes
If you’re looking for a smart, stylish and economical heating solution this winter look no further than the ‘Elements’ collection from Tubes Radiatori. New to Perth, Retreat Design are now the exclusive supplier of these beautifully designed radiators from Italy. The Elements Collection from Tubes, created by leading architects and designers is a range of [...]
On trend kitchen renovation ideas
We have put together some of the latest and greatest kitchen renovation ideas to keep you updated on the most innovative products available. Door finishes | Adding a point of difference to your kitchen with innovative finishes on the doors and cabinetry will add wow factor to your kitchen. Treated wood finishes in dark and [...]
Space saving storage solutions
At Retreat Design we are often asked how to maximise the space in your kitchen or bathroom. Lucky for us we work with only the best quality cabinetry from Italy and have a multitude of different ideas to solve your storage needs.Using high quality hardware such as Blum, Vibo, Kessebohmer & Essetre we are able [...]
Introducing the AK_06 Kitchen by Arrital
Available exclusively through Retreat Design, the Arrital AK_06 is a contemporary kitchen design which combines planning flexibility, technology and new materials. Designed by Franco Driusso, the AK_06 is the result of Italian supplier Arrital using their cutting edge manufacturing technologies to continually refine the handle-less door finish to create truly innovative door solutions. Arrital has [...]
Closer shower head by Zucchetti
Introducing a revolutionary new product by Italian manufacturer Zucchetti. ‘Closer’ designed by Diego Grandi was launched in 2014 and looks set to cause a stir in the Australian market with its innovative and flexible take on the traditional static shower head. Resembling the form of a lamp with three moveable joints, the idea of Closer [...]
Introducing the Agora Collection by Zucchetti.Kos
Agora is a complete bathroom collection designed by Ludovica+Roberto Palomba which includes taps and accessories (by Zucchetti) and a free-standing bathtub and washbasin (by Kos). The designers have re-worked a project from the Zucchetti archives where they have kept the original imprint from 1930’s and added contemporary details. A classically elegant collection, the lines of [...]
Feature taps on trend
We love interesting tap ware and if our suppliers’ latest offerings are anything to go by, taps are set to become a stand out feature in our bathroom designs. From the fluid form of Gessi’s Goccia range to the architectural lines of Zucchetti’s Wosh collection, we can help you choose taps that become a focal [...]
Fenix benchtops continue to WOW!
Arpa Industriale’s newest technology, ‘Fenix NTM’ continues to make waves in the interior design industry with Darren & Dee from The Block Glasshouse choosing to use this revolutionary material on their Apartment 6 Kitchen. Suitable for both horizontal and vertical surfaces, this exciting new matte surface product is soft to touch, anti-fingerprint and very durable [...]
Arrital Kitchens | Affordable luxury
Introducing the AK_05 kitchen from our Italian manufacturer, Arrital Kitchens. A luxury product at a competitive price which offers excellent value for money without compromising on style. The AK_05 is a highly versatile kitchen range that can be used to create a multitude of different themes. Launched at EuroCucina earlier this year, the AK_05 is [...]
Concrete & cement finishes
The trend towards concrete & cement finishes looks set to stay with the use of matt & textured cement surfaces prevalent on kitchen floors, walls, cabinetry and bench tops. The appeal of this classically cool and industrial material is in its modern aesthetic which pairs beautifully with warm timber and pops of colour. One of [...]
Timeless luxury | Dado baths
At Retreat Design we love the understated luxury of Dado baths with their grand proportions and timeless beauty. Manufactured in South Africa, the stone baths are made from DADOquartz – a unique, hand finished material which offers state of the art properties including heat retention, high resistance to stains & abrasion and a smooth non-porous [...]
Altamarea Bathroom | Now available at Retreat Design
We are now the official distributor of Altamarea bathroom products in Australia. Have a look at the seriously beautiful ‘Must’ collection. We will have this basin in our showroom in early September. For further information on the range please call one of our designers today or take a look at the Altamarea web page for [...]
Elegant Gessi Goccia bathroom range
Here at Retreat Design we love Gessi’s Italian designed and crafted products which are sure to make a statement in your bathroom…. The Gessi Goccia bathroom range is an innovative design inspired by the natural shapes of water with a beautiful winding spout. Designed by Prospero Rasulo, this range of elegant tap ware, basins and [...]
Minipool makes grand entrance to the Nobu Hotel
The Zucchetti. Kos Minipool designed by Ludovica + Roberto Palomba recently made a grand flying entrance to the Nobu Hotel Caesars Palace in where else but…. Las Vegas! Having travelled across the seas from Italy, this luxurious free-standing hot tub was then air lifted by helicopter on to the hotel rooftop for its final resting [...]
Morphing Collection by Zucchetti. Kos
Designed by Ludovica+Roberto Palomba for Zucchetti.Kos, the Morphing Collection has been awarded the prestigious Honourable Mention at the ADI 2014 Compasso d’Oro in the ‘Design for living category’. Having already received multiple international design awards including the Good Design Award 2011 and the ADI Design Index 2011, the success of the Morphing Collection looks set [...]
Innovative Fenix NTM® surface treatment for kitchens
Introducing an exciting new interior design material for use on vertical and horizontal surfaces – Fenix NTM® by Arpa Industriale. This innovative surface treatment has caught our eye and looks set to become a game changer in the kitchen design industry. As seen in Milan at EuroCucina 2014, the trend towards matt and tactile surfaces [...]
Ferrari kitchen | OLA 25 by Pininfarina
Introducing the futuristic ‘OLA 25’ limited edition kitchen released at Eurocucina 2014. To mark 25 years of collaboration, Italian kitchen manufacturer Snaidero and world famous car designer Pininfarina have released the Ferrari inspired OLA 25 kitchen. This unique design, inspired by the Pininfarina ‘Sergio’ concept car is highly customisable and can be tailor made to [...]
Tubes Radiators | Stylish Heating Solutions
With our recent spell of chilly mornings and winter just around the corner, it is fitting to announce that Perth is catching up with Europe and the rest of Australia with the use of Hydronic (water) heating throughout the home. One of the most energy efficient ways to heat your home, water based heating will [...]
Introducing Natalie Carter
Natalie has a degree in Interior Design and recently moved to Perth from her hometown in Melbourne. With a strong background in design and project management, Nat is a forward thinker who is committed to achieving the best results for her clients. Natalie has an engaging, dynamic and enthusiastic personality. She has a keen interest [...]
Modern round home by Ciel Rouge
This modern round home designed by Ciel Rouge takes its prized spot cliffside overlooking the sea. With offices in Paris and Tokyo, the cosmopolitan architecture firm thought outside the box when designing this amazing round house – literally. Straying from convention in concept and in practice, this contemporary style house features a rounded facade dotted [...]
Win $5,000 off your kitchen
Go into the draw to win $5,000 off your kitchen! At Retreat Design we are giving away a hefty discount on a kitchen to a friend on Facebook. Become our friend on Facebook before the 23rd June 2012 to go into the draw. The winner will be contacted individually via Facebook and/or email. The winner [...]
Bathroom renovation tips
After a pretty busy 2011, which included many bathroom renovations of varying degrees of trickiness, I’ve decided to share my hot tips to make sure your bathroom renovation is a success. I’ve skipped the obvious stuff about doing your research, getting a functional as well as beautiful design and setting a realistic budget. Instead, below [...]
Colorful Pedestal Sink by Wet – New Fusion ii
The new Fusion II by Wet is a colorful pedestal sink with many colorful options for its inner basin. Without the colors, the sink makes a strong contemporary statement, given its cylindrical shape and heavy demeanor. But with the colors, it’s pretty bold, in a fun way. Designed by Jan Puylaert, the pedestal sink measures [...]
Amazing Bathtubs by Manuel Dreesmann
Gone are the days of the utilitarian, boring bathroom – welcome the new “wave” of amazing bathtubs, from German designer Manuel Dreesmann and Swiss bathroom brand Bagno Sasso. The Ocean Wave and the Ocean Wing bathtubs are made of Corian, notable for their wonderful organic look and feel. Their sculptural silhouettes, featuring “waves” and “wings” [...]
Modern antique bathroom vanities, consoles, mirrors – Bisazza Wanders Collection
A wonderful mix of styles, the new Wanders Collection by Bisazza is exceptionally elegant. The modern antique bathroom vanities, consoles, mirrors and accessories for the bathroom are governed by the classy achromatic color scheme, black and white. The washbasins are from the Soap Bath Series and are sleek and modern with a smooth curved form [...]
Japanese wall tiles – ‘Dent Cube’ by Inax
These great mosaic wall tiles, inspired by the Japanese culture and aesthetic have been created for Inax, also a Japanese company, and called ‘Dent Cube’. The designer, Teruo Yasuda, decided to bring together glass and porcelain at different depths for a truly unique effect. The wall tiles allow for captivating reflections and shadows which when [...]
Cool wash basin by Marmorin
brand Marmorin is thinking outside the box (or basin, if you will) with its cool new Sirona wash basin design. Straying from convention in preference of the unusual, this freestanding wash basin sink has a light, delicate aesthetic comparable to fine china, finished in pure white. Its perforated base is inspired by the way light [...]
Illuminated bathtub by Treesse – Dream
What could be sleeker than this illuminated bathtub Dream by Treesse? It uses the Ghost System, an exclusive Treesse patent, which allows for all the benefits of a luxury spa bath experience without having to look at any of the technology or hardware behind it. It makes for a truly magical experience – like a [...]
Minimalist shower column by Treesse with folding head
What could be sleeker than this illuminated bathtub Dream by Treesse? It uses the Ghost System, an exclusive Treesse patent, which allows for all the benefits of a luxury spa bath experience without having to look at any of the technology or hardware behind it. It makes for a truly magical experience – like a [...]
Elegant washbasin kalla by Mastella Design
The Kalla (short) washbasin by Mastella Design is simply modern and elegant and extremely pleasing to the eye. It is made of a single piece of Cristalplant and seems to be folded or curved into an organic shape resembling a curled leaf. It’s natural beauty and simple aesthetic are sure to enhance the calm fluid [...]
Flat bathroom sinks Laufen – Living Square
Clean lines and a super-slim silhouette characterize these ultra-modern flat bathroom sinks by Laufen. The Living Square collection features a ceramic “tablet” for its sink and countertop, which seems to hover before the bathroom wall. We love the open base and the matching ceramic shelf, which isn’t much flatter than the sink itself! Store towels, [...]
Integrated shower head by Zazzeri: a ‘crack in the ceiling’
Stimulate both your body and mind with water, color and light, all interwoven in this innovative and versatile ‘crack in the ceiling’ – the integrated shower head by Zazzeri. Designed by IS’ Daniele Bedini, the Virgin shower head seamlessly integrates into the ceiling, being a natural continuation of the bath decor, both in appearance and [...]
Dado “New kid on the Aussie block” and its baths rocks…
Dado Australia entered the Australian market early in 2008, but its products are not new to the rest of the world. The Dado group already supplies quality baths and basins to design houses in Italy, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and South Africa. Dado manufactures stone products since 1998 and is one of only [...]
Minotti Kitchen – new atelier kitchen design in natural stone (Nuova Atelier)
Taking minimalism to a whole new level, the Nuova Atelier Kitchen by Minotti uses only natural materials to create an air of precisely ordered serenity. With a simplistic, and quite ingenious, back-to-basics approach Minotti have created an imposing atmosphere befitting a monastery. Everything is hidden, including the built-in appliances, within cool, composed natural stone. Porphyry [...]
Modern black and white bathroom fixtures by Mastella
Dark and dramatic on the outside, pure inside – these modern black and white bathroom fixtures by Mastella are a gorgeous contradiction. The contemporary, freestanding Party bathtubs and the freestanding Body washbasins designed by architect Oriano Favaretto boast a bold shape and a classic color palette that loves every style, modern, contemporary or traditional. The [...]
Slim bathtubs by Kos – New Geo
In small spaces, these slim bathtubs by Kos are in their element! The new Geo bathtub comes in 170×70 and 180×80 dimensions, sizes that feel much larger than they are thanks to the ultra-thin walls. Between the inner and outer shell, the tub’s technical elements are concealed, resulting in a clean, minimalist design. In small [...]
Wild bathroom sinks by Ceramica Cielo – Jungle
Italian company Ceramica Cielo is proving that in the world of fashion and design, it’s a jungle out there! Delivering splashy sink style, the Jungle collection of bathroom sinks is totally wild in every sense of the word. The company has taken a haute-couture approach to design, with “fashion edition” releases coming every year. This [...]
Modular toilet by Geberit – Monolith
The Monolith is the latest modular toilet by Geberit that gives this decidedly unglamorous fixture some serious style. By hiding the clunky cistern behind a cool glass panel, this contemporary toilet gets a clever makeover and does away with the unsightly aspects of traditional toilets. The glass comes in the classic bathroom hues of black [...]
Oval bathroom suites by Ceramica Cielo – Le Giare
We love the chic, simple style of the Le Giare bathroom suite by Ceramica Cielo. Presented at Cersaie 2011 in Bologna, Italy this fall, this new design by Claudio Silvestrin features elegant oval contours and fluid lines executed in cool ceramic – all inspired by the egg. The sink, toilet and bidet come in wall-mounted [...]
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