Introducing the first Fendi kitchen design

Left, distinctive taps complete the industrial aesthetic of Fendi Cucine’s stainless steel ‘Kurkum’ kitchen, designed by Marco Costanzi. Right, robust detailing takes its cues from professional kitchens.

(Image credit: Benedict Morgan)

Fashion giant Fendi has made its first foray into kitchen design, joining forces with Italian specialist Scic to launch a new brand, Fendi Cucine. Its debut offering comprises two kitchen islands, intended for domestic or professional use. ‘Ginger’, combining marble and copper finishes, and ‘Kurkum’, a stainless steel monolith (pictured), are both designed by Italian architect Marco Costanzi, who also worked with Fendi on its new Milan offices and the renovation of its iconic HQ at Rome’s Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana, and has created products for Fendi Casa. Hand-finishing is courtesy of Parma-based Scic’s artisans.

‘Kurkum’ is characterised by its specially treated stainless steel surfaces that combine the material’s signature resilience with a darker, more textured aesthetic. Countertops feature Peltrox, with a pewter-hued satin finish, while doors are made of durable Titaniox. Appliances are from Grand Cuisine, ensuring professional functionality.

The kitchen’s details nod to Fendi’s fashion calling, from ribbon-like handles and knobs to the house’s signature ‘Pequin’ stripes, the only expressive marks on an otherwise essential, minimalist design.

As originally featured in the July 2018 issue of Wallpaper* (W*232)

Fendi Cucine 'Kurkum' drawers. — ‘Kurkum’ drawer fronts nod to Fendi’s ‘Pequin’ stripes

Fendi Cucine 'Kurkum' unit door handle — Unit door handles present a ribbon-like profile

INFORMATION

‘Kurkum’ kitchen island, price on request, by Marco Constazi, for Fendi Cucine in collaboration with Scic. For more information, visit the Fendi website

Rosa Bertoli was born in Udine, Italy, and now lives in London. Since 2014, she has been the Design Editor of Wallpaper*, where she oversees design content for the print and online editions, as well as special editorial projects. Through her role at Wallpaper*, she has written extensively about all areas of design. Rosa has been speaker and moderator for various design talks and conferences including London Craft Week, Maison & Objet, The Italian Cultural Institute (London), Clippings, Zaha Hadid Design, Kartell and Frieze Art Fair. Rosa has been on judging panels for the Chart Architecture Award, the Dutch Design Awards and the DesignGuild Marks. She has written for numerous English and Italian language publications, and worked as a content and communication consultant for fashion and design brands.