Studio
Guides
Practical guides from the studio, written from real piqu projects and Adrian’s experience rather than generic advice — here to help with the decisions that shape a kitchen, made in the right order.
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Choosing kitchen worktops
Stone, stainless steel and engineered surfaces compared — how to choose for the way you cook, with real project examples.
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Why appliance planning should start early
Why cooking, cooling and extraction should be decided before the design is fixed — and how appliances shape the cabinetry.
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What makes a German kitchen different?
System planning, engineering and finish consistency — and how a system still allows real individuality.
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How to plan a kitchen layout that works
Planning a layout around how you actually live, rather than forcing the room into a standard shape.
Related planning resource: Planning your kitchen investment — our standalone page on how to think about the budget for a project.
Visit the showroom
Start with a showroom conversation.
Guides help with the thinking; the project itself starts with a conversation in the showroom, by appointment, with materials and appliances in front of you.