German kitchen manufacturer bulthaup has launched a pop-up in Singapore, showcasing its latest collection. The pop-up is the first in Asia, and runs from now till end-September at 22 Duxton Hill. Its central theme is “There Is No Kitchen”, a concept presented earlier this year at Eurocucina.
“We’re thrilled to be the first in Asia to present this extraordinary showcase,” says Karen Gonzago, marketing director of Madison & Associates Singapore, which represents bulthaup exclusively here. “This marks the beginning of an exciting journey for bulthaup, with many more innovative plans in store over the coming months.”
Speaking on the pop-up’s theme, bulthaup’s owner and managing director Marc Eckert says the idea is to “create a space where people truly feel ‘at home’”. “People experience familiarity when they are surrounded by objects that bring them comfort — things they use regularly, often handle, or that hold personal significance. When these items are thoughtfully placed and visible, they contribute to creating the perfect ambiance in a space."
Key to the collection are the ideas of sustainability, adaptability and efficiency, anchored by user-centric design.
Among our favourites is the newly designed bulthaup kitchen workbench, rendered in sleek stainless steel. The gently rounded corners add a sense of warmth and hominess, providing a perfect counterbalance to the professional feel of the cool material. An integrated hob, sink, barista drainer, brewing head and pull-out wooden pass make this a complete solution for just about every culinary need.
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We also like the new bulthaup wall system, a customisable array of shapes to hold any number of tools, gadgets and utensils. The rich tones of walnut — sandwiched between layers of metal for extra support and sturdiness — are sure to make this a statement feature in any kitchen.
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Another standout is the kitchen work table, which comes with a solid pine top and tombac frame. The adjustable height means more customisability for each family's needs. One one end, a drawer with a coin-shaped key adds a sense of modern sophistication: the quadrant-shaped drawer is "locked" by simply removing the smooth, rounded key.
Perhaps the most unique offering in the collection is the vintage island, based on an archival design from the 1980s. Eschewing the bulk of most islands today, this one stands on a columnal stainless steel base that holds an integrated waste disposal unit. Instead of a mishmash of drawers, here we have a single rail that circles the island, so utensils and towels can simply be hooked on. Above, a rig with pull-out grids offers more "storage" space.
