Luxe en cuisine: the ultimate guide to high-end kitchens

Discover the most prestigious brands, combining expertise, design and technical innovation.

This week, HART opens the doors to exceptional kitchens. Between contemporary minimalism, handcrafted warmth and functional innovation, top-of-the-range kitchen designers compete in creativity to sublimate the liveliest space in the home.

Solid woods, satin lacquers, noble stainless steel, sculptural islands… Luxury in the kitchen isn’t just about looks: it’s also about ergonomics, precision assembly and made-to-measure service. Discover the benchmark brands, as well as some lesser-known but equally refined names.

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Schiffini: Italian elegance and rational design

Schiffini embodies the very essence of Italian design. Founded in La Spezia, the company is distinguished by its sophisticated approach to minimalism, blending architectural precision with Mediterranean emotion. Collaborations with design greats such as Vico Magistretti and Alfredo Häberli have given rise to iconic models such as “Cinqueterre” in brushed aluminum. High-quality finishes, attention to detail and noble materials make Schiffini a timeless benchmark. → See our dedicated article

Bulthaup: Minimalism and architectural precision

Bulthaup, the world leader in German kitchen design, is committed to absolute purity. The B3 model, a veritable icon of contemporary interior architecture, combines freedom of configuration with expert detailing. Designed to last, their kitchens combine anodized aluminum, solid wood and cutting-edge technology. Bulthaup luxury is the perfect balance between aesthetics and functionality. → See our dedicated article

Leicht: tailor-made innovation and simplicity

Leicht captivates with its ability to offer elegant, affordable kitchens with infinite possibilities for personalization. Known for its timeless lines, the German brand incorporates intelligent solutions such as sliding panels to conceal appliances and storage. A sober yet refined design that blends equally well with urban lofts and country homes. → See our dedicated article

Pedini: Eco-responsibility and sensuality

Since 1957, Pedini has been designing kitchens with an assertive aesthetic, emphasizing sustainable materials and eco-responsible innovation. The “Materika” model embodies this philosophy, with mineral fronts, recycled glass tops and a sleek, ultra-contemporary style. Pedini’s commitment to the environment appeals to customers who are sensitive to quality and impact. → See our dedicated article

Hardy Inside: Haute menuiserie française

A workshop of excellence in Haute-Savoie, Hardy Inside stands out for its 100% French craftsmanship. Each project is unique, conceived in close connection with the architecture of the site and the expectations of the customer. Noble woods, hand-finished, perfectly integrated appliances: made-to-measure in all its nobility. Hardy Inside is the quintessence of discreet luxury. → See our dedicated article

Xavier’z: sculptural creativity and customized boldness

A daring French brand, Xavier’z offers unusual kitchens at the crossroads of art and architecture. Raw concrete, rare marbles, gold leaf finishes and natural pigments: each kitchen is conceived as a sculptural work of art. Xavier’z favors a strong aesthetic of contrasts and sublimated raw materials. → See our dedicated article

Valcucine: Transparency and innovation

A forerunner in eco-designed kitchens, Valcucine combines high technology with visual poetry. Its “Artematica” model, with its recyclable glass fronts and glueless aluminum frame, remains a benchmark. Translucent, modular and durable: innovation in the service of beauty. → See our dedicated article

Boffi: The total art of living

At Boffi, the kitchen is one with the furniture and architecture. Thanks to prestigious collaborations (Piero Lissoni, Patricia Urquiola…), the Italian brand reinvents living spaces with pure lines, noble materials and absolute luxury in every detail. → See our dedicated article

Obumex: Quiet luxury à la belge

Less well known but ultra-refined, Obumex creates sober, elegant and resolutely contemporary kitchens. Far from being fashionable, Obumex focuses on durability and craftsmanship excellence. Patinated woods, matt finishes, natural stone: luxury without ostentation. → See our dedicated article

Poggenpohl: The heritage of German know-how

Founded in 1892, Poggenpohl is the world’s oldest kitchen brand. Its creations combine German rigor with cutting-edge design. The +VENOVO system embodies this alliance, with its light, mobile, plinth-less, suspended furniture. Design becomes an experience. → See our dedicated article

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What about you? Do you have a dream kitchen, an exceptional craftsman to recommend, or an experience to share? Tell us about it in comments, or explore our future brand dossiers for inspiration.

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