In the kitchen edition of STEIN, we’re showcasing a very special piece from the creative department of the Westphalian luxury kitchen manufacturer eggersmann: a design that, as requested by the Canadian designers, doesn’t resemble a kitchen at all at first glance. Customers can order the kitchen unit with an integrated cooktop or stone sink, as well as pull-out shelves and drawers. Another kitchen in “Tundra Grey” adds its own distinctive touch to the home’s modern architecture. The unit looks more like a long marble table, making the kitchen almost invisible—partly because the white, handle-less built-in cabinets are integrated into the wall.
Kitchens have been trending for quite some time—among both customers and kitchen designers. They have evolved from mere workspaces into attractive gathering spots in homes and apartments. In 2023, Statista estimated sales in the kitchen furniture manufacturing sector in Germany at around 6.2 billion euros. Kitchens thus represented the furniture category with the highest sales on the German market. Kitchen islands are particularly popular. This is where people gather for their first coffee in the morning or an Aperol in the evening. Starting on page 6, we present a truly exceptional creation from the creative department of the Westphalian luxury kitchen manufacturer eggersmann: a piece that, as requested by the Canadian designers, doesn’t even resemble a kitchen at first glance.
The First Cup of Coffee
A kitchen in “Tundra Grey” adds its own distinctive touch to the home’s modern architecture. The unit looks more like a long marble table, making the kitchen almost invisible—partly because the white, handle-less built-in cabinets are integrated into the wall. You’ll find background information on the intricate natural stonework starting on page 14. When installing expensive natural stone surfaces, minor damage can sometimes occur. The affected piece is then often replaced entirely. To learn how you can easily repair minor imperfections—and in doing so, do a favor not only for your wallet but also for the environment—read the interview starting on page 22.
Minor Damage, Major Effort
Have you heard of Löhne? From September 20 to 25, this town of 40,000 residents in the Herford district of East Westphalia will once again be the center of the kitchen world. The area30 kitchen trade show is also an event that has become an indispensable fixture on the natural stone industry’s calendar. Read more about it starting on page 30. A challenge that remains a pressing concern for many craft businesses is recruiting suitable young talent. Read about the experiences stonemasons have had with career changers starting on page 44.
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In our latest issue, 05/25, we focus on large surfaces that have been subjected to heavy wear and tear . Read more about it here.
Seeking New Talent
In the kitchen issue of STEIN, we’re showcasing a very special piece from the creative department of the Westphalian luxury kitchen manufacturer eggersmann: a design that, as requested by the Canadian designers, doesn’t resemble a kitchen at all at first glance. Customers can order the kitchen unit with an integrated cooktop or stone sink, as well as pull-out shelves and drawers. Another kitchen in “Tundra Grey” adds its own distinctive touch to the home’s modern architecture. The unit looks more like a long marble table, making the kitchen almost invisible—partly because the white, handle-less built-in cabinets are integrated into the wall.
