For Immediate Release
Inspired Kitchen Spaces Designed For Living
NuDesign – Booth #934
January 21, 2010 Toronto, Canada AyA Kitchens and Baths Ltd., Canada’s foremost
manufacturer of high quality, frameless cabinetry is proud to announce the return of NuDesign to
the 2010 Interior Design Show. NuDesignis a collaboration of AyA Kitchens, leading Interior
Designer Jane Lockhart, host of W Network’s Colour Confidential and principal designer for Jane
Lockhart Design Communications Inc., and luxury appliance manufacturer Sub Zero/Wolf to design
the ultimate kitchen space for AyA’s NuDesign booth at the 2010 Interior Design Show.
A KITCHEN FOR LIVING @ IDS10
As you enter AyA’s NuDesign kitchen space you are immediately drawn to the striking balance
between everyday living and sleek sophistication. This inspired kitchen/living/dining room is truly a
multifunctional space. Unique design elements contribute to the seamlessness of the living area,
the dining area and the kitchen. A counter-height maple wheat coloured table is installed on casters
to effortlessly transform the space from a galley-style kitchen to a user-friendly U-shaped kitchen
whenever more prep space is required. When dining or entertaining, the table can easily become
an independent dining table that accommodates up to 8 people.
Another key feature that melds the functionalities and the aesthetics of the space is the selfcontained fireplace which is cleverly built into the island providing a visual focal point for the living
room area. Sophisticated furnishings in a luxe gunmetal upholstery custom designed by Jane
Lockhart exclusively for AyA’s NuDesign booth create a comfy, relaxing lounge area. A combination
of cork and prefinished pecan hardwood floors create an open and airy feel to the space and create
a subtle visual division of the space.
Providing the style-savvy backdrop and sophistication to this unique space is gorgeous contrasting
cabinetry in a combination of AyA’s Lumina back-painted glass doors in Anthracite and SoHo FSC
certified maple slab doors in AyA’s new Wheat finish. The luster of the reflective glass doors adds
sparkle while complimenting the warm Wheat stain of the maple doors. The cabinetry, from AyA’s
LEED compliant EVOTM line of green cabinetry is FSC certified and emission free as it is made with
materials containing no-added urea-formaldehyde.
The flush inset Sub Zero refrigerator, paneled and installed to match the cabinetry allows the
appliance to be seamlessly integrated into the space. Minimalisit,European styling is most evident in
the Wolf appliances - such as the unframed black ceramic cooktop installed flush with the counter
top. The cleverly designed waterfall countertop in Carbono from SileStone’s new Platinum Series,
adds a stylishly practical finishing touch to the kitchen.
“This year’s kitchen features a design that accommodates multiple functions in one comprehensive
space.Designed for living this kitchen has been designed not only as a working kitchen but one that
offers design flexibility allowing the family to instantly transform the space as required for dining,
relaxing, and entertaining. All surfaces are visually textured for durabilty and warmth while cabinets
are a combination of natural wood for comfort and glass for a modern feel. An inviting seating area
with a long sofa, chair and an integrated eco-friendly fireplace create a gathering spot that is
functional, highly durable and comfortable.
A modern and graphic colour scheme of charcoal grey and tangerine mixed with easy-care natural
materials bring the room to life. This concept space is designed with sustainability as a strong
element fusing natural materials such as wood with new modern ones like quartz and glass.
This space's integrated nature is not space-age but rather comfortable and elegant, almost famillar
but with the newest use of green technology, designed for the needs of modern family living!”
Jane Lockhart
-----------------------------------Jane Lockhart Design Communications Inc.
www.janelockhart.com
AyA’S NuDesign
Since December 2008, NuDesign represents a collaboration of industry experts to create the
ultimate in kitchen spaces. With AyA Kitchens and Baths at the helm, the NuDesign partners for
IDS2010 include Interior Designer Jane Lockhart BAAID, ARIDO and Sub Zero/Wolf. Also
contributing to the NuDesign vision are Latitude, Silestone, Sound Design, Hettich, LED Direct and
Franke/Kindred. For more information, please visit the NuDesign website: www.NuDesign.ca
AyA’s New Product
Adding to their extensive palette of over 1,800 finishes, wood species and door style combinations,
AyA Kitchens and Baths will be launching their newest finish “Wheat” selected by Canada’s leading
colour expert Jane Lockhart. This warm, neutral stain will be available on oak, maple and cherry in
a variety of styles offering AyA Kitchens and Bath’s discriminating clients even more exciting options
for their kitchen and bath designs.
AyA Kitchens and Baths
AyA Kitchens and Baths is a state of the art manufacturer of high-quality, frameless cabinetry. By
combining old world craftsmanship and attention to detail with high tech manufacturing processes
AyA is able to offer innovative, quality cabinetry at competitive, manufacturer direct prices. AyA's inhouse design professionals work with clients ranging from individual homeowners to multi-national
builders to create quality cabinetry solutions tailored to specific tastes and needs. AyA Kitchens is a
leader in the industry with its Green Design initiative and Woodmark Quality Certification.
For more media inquiries or interview requests please contact:
Margaret Macdonald
AyA Kitchens and Baths Ltd.
1551 Caterpillar Road
Mississauga, ON L4X 2Z6
Tel: 905.848.1999 x 222
Fax: 905-848-5127
mmacdonald@ayakitchens.com
Visit AyA’s website:
www.ayakitchens.com
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