LEICHT Contracts Award-Winning Design Lines

LEICHT Contracts, one of the UK’s leading providers of German engineered kitchen furniture to the new build and regeneration construction market is proud to receive new awards and honours every year by virtue of its parent company, LEICHT Küchen AG, and the past two years are no different!

Represented in over 60 countries with roots in south Germany, LEICHT stands for precision engineered kitchen and interior solutions ‘Made in Germany’. By achieving constant growth and an annual turnover recently reported at around 180 million euros, LEICHT Contracts has managed to establish itself as a well-founded, scalable supply partner that delivers complex interior projects throughout the luxury property sector.

As a mark of the company’s sustained product innovation and design influence on a global scale, LEICHT quality German furniture is consistently recognised by leading awards bodies from around the world.

In 2024, the BAHIA Design Line by LEICHT won a ‘Special Mention’ Award in the ‘Excellent Product Design’ category at the German Design Awards 2024. This collection is characterised by its unique vertical groove structure, which blends contrast and symmetry. Each groove is asymmetrically placed, creating a unique, yet uniform appearance and is available in elm, ash, and walnut veneer finishes. BAHIA also received a ‘Special Mention’ at the ICONIC AWARDS 2024 for Innovative Architecture in the product category for sanitation/kitchen.

Most recently, küchenwohntrends in Salzburg (May 2025), recognised the creativity and commitment of the exhibiting companies at its awards ceremony for interior innovation. In the kitchen category, LEICHT was honored with an Interior Innovation Award 2025. Awarded for the company’s new CURVED panel concepts on display at the 2025 exhibition, the expert jury recognised the brands collective strength and expertise in planning, its international brand presence, and the development of original design concepts and innovation.

Plus, for the 4^th consecutive year of recognition by the German Design Council, LEICHT has won a German Design Award 2025 for its modular and future-forward KYOTO Design Line. Winner of ‘Excellent Product Design – Materials & Surfaces’, the council identified LEICHT KYOTO for its minimalist design, seamless blend of aesthetic refinement and functional ingenuity, and iconic Japanese craftsmanship guided by German design principles. 

Sarah Edwards, Managing Director UK at LEICHT Contracts says, “From visionary, large room designs to sophisticated, small spaces, there are no limits as LEICHT can transform any planning idea into a dream project. With creative finesse and great attention to detail, we create kitchen landscapes that combine function and aesthetics at the highest level - regardless of size or floor plan.”

As a German premium manufacturer with over 90 years of experience, LEICHT stands for design diversity, architectural thinking, and the highest quality. With consistent solutions from the kitchen to the interior fittings, a distinctive depth of materials and maximum flexibility. For further information, please contact LEICHT Contracts: 

t +44 (0)203 735 9430, e enquiries@leichtcontracts.com, w www.leichtcontracts.com

Nullifire Unveils Next-Generation Structural Fire Protection Range: Comprehensive, Compliant and Future-Focused Solutions from Floor to Roof

As the demands on modern building safety intensify, Nullifire, a brand with more than 50 years of specialist fire protection experience, has launched a new, enhanced range of structural fire protection solutions. Developed with a unique combination of global research and local technical expertise, the range offers robust, certified performance for every structural fire protection need — from foundation to rooftop.

Nullifire’s latest product suite includes firestopping systems, intumescent coatings, and high-performance spray-applied mortars like the bio-sustainable Perlifoc HP Eco+ and Carboline Farbocustic, a gypsum based mortar offering fire, thermal and acoustic protection. These solutions are engineered for compatibility across applications including interior steelwork, concrete substrates, floor and deck assemblies, car parks, plant rooms and more.

Protection with Purpose

The new range reflects Nullifire’s position as a market leader in passive fire protection. As part of the Tremco CPG family, and with access to Carboline’s advanced primers and topcoats, Nullifire provides an end-to-end solution protecting:

- Stadium and arena infrastructure

- Factories and industrial buildings

- High Rise Buildings

With membership in bodies such as the ASFP, NBS Source, and IFE, solutions are backed by third-party certification including Certifire, and CE Marking. To achieve this products are tested to rigorous standards, including BS EN 1366-3 and the EN 13381 series.

Designed for Real-World Application

Nullifire's offering is underpinned by monthly global R&D testing, ensuring the range remains at the forefront of performance and sustainability. Each product is tested not only in isolation but also for compatibility within multi-layered protection systems, delivering maximum reliability and reducing risk of failure.

One Partner. One Complete System.

The new range positions Nullifire as a true single-source supplier. From technical specification writing to on-site training and post-installation support, specifiers can rely on:

• Simplified ordering

• One point of contact

• Resource and cost efficiency

• Support for the ‘Golden Thread’ of building safety documentation

  
  

Case studies from recent large-scale developments show how Nullifire’s integrated solutions have successfully delivered both enhanced fire safety and installation efficiency — all while aligning with environmental building standards.

Sustainability Built-In

From the eco-friendly Perlifoc HP Eco+ mortar to low VOC coatings and recyclable packaging, the range supports environmentally conscious construction. With products contributing to sustainable certifications, Nullifire continues to shape the future of fire protection with both people and the planet in mind. www.nullifire.com

“When Walking, Walk. When Eating, Eat.” A Touch Of Zen In The Kitchen

Keller Kitchens, brings the charm of Zen and Ibiza into the relaxing cooking and entertaining space of the home. Inspired by the finca style, Keller’s designers have developed this rustic Zen Life scheme.

The classic cooking island features a travertine double level worktop and custom wall units. With Zen Life, warm woods meet stylish greige tones; the feature frontal is the Maine flat, robust natural veneer stained in smoked oak. The possibilities are endless with this front as Keller offers a choice of eight Comfort Collection stains, eight Master Collection lacquers, 21 Comfort Collection lacquers or 1,050 NCS colours.

The feature handle in bronze is the new 741, available also in matt black and numerous sizes. Integrated LED lighting casts the perfect finishing touch for the Ibiza ambience. The clever use of casing panels frames the wall units and adds featured detailing to the island – all in the matching Smoked Oak stain. This theme is carried through into the living space with matching bookshelves and media area. For more details on Zen Life visit and for further information on Keller Kitchens, please visit www.kellerkitchens.com.