Tactile perceptions reveal ancestral, protective and reassuring emotions because they are more powerful and have a deeper impact than visual images. Beyond aesthetics, the finishes used in Valcucine kitchens offer a sensory experience through the smooth transparency of glass, the tactile feel of wood, the resilience of stone and the precious thrill conveyed by metals.
GLASS
PRECIOUSNESS AND WELLNESS
The refined qualities of glass, one of the most fascinating, pure and least toxic materials available, is a continuous source of inspiration for us. Just like master glass workers look for shapes and colours in molten glass, likewise we have devised different creations for our kitchens.
Gloss glass magnifies spaces, matt glass is subtly refined; both are available in numerous colours. Glass with tactile patterns that “vibrate” when you touch them and textile patterns that remind you of the soft texture of fabrics. Last but not least, we offer the extreme customisation of graphical or artistic decors that turn the kitchen into a unique work of art.
We created the first glass Kitchen over 30 years ago. A very innovative event that focused on man and his well-being.
VITRUM MEMISIS
TWO SOULS IN ONE
Vitrum Mimesis stems from ongoing technological and stylistic research into materials. Natural materials, such as granite or marble, have an intriguing timeless beauty to offer, yet unfortunately continue to deplete over time. In order to embrace the beauty of these stones, Valcucine has found the perfect solution that is both innovative and sustainable. Vitrum Mimesis is a solution for those who love the ageless beauty of natural stone but don’t want to miss out on the practicality and excellent features of glass.
This product is achieved using an innovative, very high resolution, digital printing system that delivers high-definition images that are more detailed than ever before.
The textures available recreate the appearance on glass surfaces of different types of stone, including the most precious types of marble and even onyx, a material that is now very rare and therefore extremely valuable. This new technique makes it possible to accurately and very realistically reproduce the shades, veins and even the irregularities typical of the original stone. The result is nothing short of amazing.
VITRUM MEMISIS
TWO SOULS IN ONE
Vitrum Mimesis stems from ongoing technological and stylistic research into materials. Natural materials, such as granite or marble, have an intriguing timeless beauty to offer, yet unfortunately continue to deplete over time. In order to embrace the beauty of these stones, Valcucine has found the perfect solution that is both innovative and sustainable. Vitrum Mimesis is a solution for those who love the ageless beauty of natural stone but don’t want to miss out on the practicality and excellent features of glass.
This product is achieved using an innovative, very high resolution, digital printing system that delivers high-definition images that are more detailed than ever before.
The textures available recreate the appearance on glass surfaces of different types of stone, including the most precious types of marble and even onyx, a material that is now very rare and therefore extremely valuable.
This new technique makes it possible to accurately and very realistically reproduce the shades, veins and even the irregularities typical of the original stone. The result is nothing short of amazing.
INVITRUM
100% GLASS AND ALUMINIUM
Lengthy research into materials and their limits of resistance has allowed us to revolutionise the kitchen sector with Invitrum, the first base unit system made entirely of glass except for an aluminium frame. Health, resistance and eco-sustainability are the main values of this kitchen system.
METAL
TECHNICALITY AND PROFESSIONALISM
Using metals like steel and aluminium as distinguishing and customising elements, or the possibility of adding metals with a strong personality like copper, bronze and titanium to enhance some details, give the kitchen layout a unique appearance.
The use of steel, inspired by professional kitchens and conveying their appeal, is growing increasingly in homes thanks to its technical qualities such as resistance and hygiene.
The particular features of our doors, made of a frame that permits “pure” – non bonded – materials to be mounted, allow metal panels to be applied that are a guarantee of durability while minimizing the weight of the doors on the hinges.
METAL
TECHNICALITY AND PROFESSIONALISM
Using metals like steel and aluminium as distinguishing and customising elements, or the possibility of adding metals with a strong personality like copper, bronze and titanium to enhance some details, give the kitchen layout a unique appearance.
The use of steel, inspired by professional kitchens and conveying their appeal, is growing increasingly in homes thanks to its technical qualities such as resistance and hygiene.
The particular features of our doors, made of a frame that permits “pure” – non bonded – materials to be mounted, allow metal panels to be applied that are a guarantee of durability while minimizing the weight of the doors on the hinges.
WOOD
TACTILITY AND WARMTH
The need to celebrate the senses, to retrieve one’s ability to joyfully appreciate life to the full. This implies a return to the natural aspects of the home, to full harmony between oneself and one’s surroundings. All the wood finishes of our kitchens respect this pursuit of wellness through the tactility of surfaces: the sensation conveyed by the warmth and feel of the material at your fingertips makes ancestral sensations come to life.
As well as ensuring timeless aesthetics, the wood species used for our kitchens are completely free from toxic substances; they are protected by a water-based varnish from which all aromatic solvents, that are very carcinogenic, have been removed.
LACQUER
ELEGANCE AND RESISTANCE
Lacquered doors express their innate elegance to the full in the kitchen by means of a vast range of colour options with matt or gloss finishes as well as some special “structured” finishes in metallic colours.
Lacquers are based on a special varnish that ensures excellent impact resistance and an unalterable, durable mirror finish. Matt lacquer is obtained by adding some microspheres to varnish that give the product a slight orange-peel effect, making it more resistant to scratches and abrasions.
The lacquered door of our Artematica and Genius Loci collections is very light because it is made of a panel that is just 6mm thick, paired with an aluminium structural frame. This door solves the problems caused by the heaviness of traditional lacquered doors which make hinges collapse over time as well as causing doors to become misaligned.
LACQUER
ELEGANCE AND RESISTANCE
Lacquered doors express their innate elegance to the full in the kitchen by means of a vast range of colour options with matt or gloss finishes as well as some special “structured” finishes in metallic colours.
Lacquers are based on a special varnish that ensures excellent impact resistance and an unalterable, durable mirror finish. Matt lacquer is obtained by adding some microspheres to varnish that give the product a slight orange-peel effect, making it more resistant to scratches and abrasions.
The lacquered door of our Artematica and Genius Loci collections is very light because it is made of a panel that is just 6mm thick, paired with an aluminium structural frame. This door solves the problems caused by the heaviness of traditional lacquered doors which make hinges collapse over time as well as causing doors to become misaligned.
TECHNOLOGICAL FINISHES
INNOVATION AND HEALTH
Our research is ongoing, inspiring innovation that leads to creative solutions that are always original, even in the use of finishes. Each suggestion has been devised to ensure the best aesthetic result, durability, a healthy environment and well-being. For instance, keeping in mind the impact of kitchen design on the health of people now and in the future, we have developed the “Angel Skin” finish in a new PVC-free material that can be disposed of without producing dioxin emissions, as well as a door in Corian, a resistant, hygienic and non-toxic material.
LAMINATES
VERSATILITY AND PRACTICALITY
Thanks to the technology of our aluminium framed doors, that allow us to use “pure” (not bonded) materials, we have enhanced the properties of one of the most versatile and practical finishes: laminate.
This is how kitchens with doors that have a very high resistance to humidity, heat and impact are born. Moreover, their lighter weight makes hinges last longer as well as ensuring soft and silent opening and closing movements over time. They also have a smaller impact on the environment. Available in numerous colours and finishes.
LAMINATES
VERSATILITY AND PRACTICALITY
Thanks to the technology of our aluminium framed doors, that allow us to use “pure” (not bonded) materials, we have enhanced the properties of one of the most versatile and practical finishes: laminate.
This is how kitchens with doors that have a very high resistance to humidity, heat and impact are born. Moreover, their lighter weight makes hinges last longer as well as ensuring soft and silent opening and closing movements over time. They also have a smaller impact on the environment. Available in numerous colours and finishes.
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