Milan? No, BirminghamA comparison between Milan and Birmingham as the KBB Exhibition capital of Europe is in danger of provoking a loud laugh before you get as far as reading the second sentence – but hang on in there.

Waiting list for kitchenFor many years, the UK kitchen industry, for some bizarre reason, has likened itself with the motor industry and now the two really do have something in common.

Winners from LiebherrLiebherr has triumphed in the 2007, Kitchen Innovation of the Year awards, put on jointly by The German Federal Ministry of Economics & Technology, and the “Better Living” initiative.

All white nowCaple has launched a new contemporary kitchen collection: Nexus White.

Showers from AqataAqata to launch its first range of showers with the introduction of Linneal

AMDEA calls timeAn oldie but goodie from Bosch “wins” the AMDEA competition to find the UK’s oldest working fridge.

Focus on KBBBringing the entire spectrum of kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms together under one roof, KBB Birmingham is an event which should not be missed. Sofia Lopes Dias presents selected highlights.

Industry Comment - Suite successIs “pick-and-mix” the best route to suite success asks RAK Ceramics’ UK md Rob Jull?

By appointmentA roundup of recent new appointments and promotions in the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom industry.

Who’s gone bustA frequently updated list of kitchen, bedroom and bathroom businesses which have gone into administration or receivership.