“V-ZUG. Love. My husband is the cook in the house, and he swears by them! Enough said!”
– Adam Haddow, sjb
“La Cornue Grand Palais 1800. This is unashamedly a covetable statement piece, and with the appropriate colour and detailing finish selections, it can straddle both contemporary and traditional aesthetics. It declares your love of cooking and entertaining. Being able to have both gas and electric oven options is also a bonus.”
‒ Andrew Piva, B.E. Architecture
“A Gaggenau oven with the rotisserie feature is my go-to at home and for our clients’ homes. A timeless, high- quality piece that is as beautiful as it is functional.”
‒ Eva-Marie Prineas, Studio Prineas
19 Waterloo St by SJB Architects | Photography by Anson Smart
Stefano Della Pietra, La Marzocco, 2015
“The La Marzocco Linea Mini (stainless steel) is a thing of beauty and an absolute essential in any home.”
‒ Adam Kane, Adam Kane Architects
Michael Graves, Alessi, 1985
“I like the ritual of making tea, not quickly, so I’m happy to wait for an Alessi Bird Whistle 9093 kettle to boil.”
Rocket, 2023
“Rocket Espresso Bicocca. It’s good- looking and does the job properly.”
‒ Rosa Coy, Coy Yiontis Architects
Terra House by Brahman Perera | Photography by Lillie Thompson
Brodware, 2017
“Brodware Manhattan—classic but not old-fashioned, great variety of metal finishes which can easily match with all the bathroom accessories.”
‒ Sally Knibbs, Sally Caroline
Arne Jacobsen, Vola, 1968
“Vola tapware in stainless steel. It’s classic and always works. I think I have been using these for about 25 years now, they just don’t date.”
‒ Jo Lawless, lawless&meyerson
Astra Walker, 2001
“The Astra Walker Icon + Stainless Steel range is locally made in Australia and has a timeless quality that will stand the test of time.”
– Chris Welsh, Welsh + Major
Back of the Moon by Lawless & Meyerson | Photography by Felix Forest
“Travertine Classico; raw, longitudinal vein-cut. Durable, textural, patinas beautifully, complements everything.”
‒ Patrick Kennedy, Kennedy Nolan
Toorak House by Davidov Architects | Styling by Swee Design & photography by Veeral Patel
“Carrara Marble from G-LUX is a timeless stone that holds so much cultural currency. But I mostly love the way it holds light.”
– Robert Davidov, Davidov Architects
“Sub-Zero is definitely a favourite. I love the fully integrated modules as you can line them with your choice of finish. The technology in keeping food fresh, along with the exquisite craftsmanship, is what sets this brand apart.”
‒ David Hicks
“Fisher & Paykel. The integrated column fridge and freezer have great capacity, and we like the fact that Fisher & Paykel is a local New Zealand brand.”
‒ Mardi Doherty, Studio Doherty
“Liebherr refrigerator—they are hard to beat in terms of functionality.”
‒ Williams Smart, Smart Design Studio
Mornington Peninsula House by Studio Esteta | Photography by Sharyn Cairns
“CDK Stone Taj Mahal quartzite is robust, easy to maintain and has a beautiful warm tone and soft veining which works beautifully in a neutral kitchen or paired with warm timbers. I have this inmy own kitchen and never tire of it. I love spotting new veining characteristics I haven’t noticed before.”
– Sarah Cosentino, Studio Esteta
Mews House by Nord Studio | Image courtesy of Dinesen
France & Southern Germany
“Dinesen floorboards are so beautiful—their colour and width provide a gentle but earthy base. Also, I love the fact that these boards are the result of a family’s sustainable foresting and dedication to respecting Mother Nature.”
‒ Susi Leeton, Susi Leeton Architects + Interiors
