The latest trends are handle-less kitchens in a mixed combination of wood and lacquer finishes, according to Dino Fino, commercial director of C. Fino + Sons Ltd.

What are the latest trends in kitchens? Veneta Cucine is a renowned brand for producing innovative designs. The company is always at the forefront with new design concepts and finishes. The latest trends are handle-less kitchens in a mixed combination of wood and lacquer finishes.

How do you combine practicality and fashion? When designing a kitchen, we normally start by studying the room in which it will be placed and by examining the shape and layout, light source and usage. All the above are combined in the latest designs offered by Veneta Cucine.

What should be the focus of the kitchen? Normally, in a kitchen, the main focal point is the hob and hood area, where these are normally centred and placed in a prominent position in the space. This focal point is further enhanced by identifying the working zones in the kitchen and planning safely the space around.

What kind of lighting do you suggest? There are two main lights ideal for a kitchen: direct and ambient lighting. Ambient lighting is a source set in the middle of the room distributing uniform light accross the kitchen. Direct lighting is normally placed under top units to give a more intense light on the working space.

What’s the best type of flooring for a kitchen? One of the main brands producing parquet flooring, which is represented in Malta by C. Fino + Sons Ltd, is Berry Alloc. This brand encompasses a waterproof flooring collection called Hydroplus, which is ideal for kitchens.

How can space be saved in smaller kitchens? Veneta Cucine are renowned for their space-saving gadgets, such as corner pullouts and built-in hoods. Stacked wall units are also ideal because they are specially designed to use the full height of the wall. Veneta combines originality and functionality.