Scholtès Centre of Excellence Launch

The history of high-end kitchen appliances brand Scholtès, is one of visionary ambition and success, prestige and innovation, research and creativity - all accompanied by the passion that defines true professionalism.

Established in 1922, Scholtès brings state-of-the-art kitchen design and professional level cooking to the home. A rich heritage of extreme innovation has taken Scholtès on an experimental journey exploring lifestyle and design concepts that revolutionise the domestic kitchen space. Over the years Scholtès has built a strong reputation for professionalism, technological innovation and timeless design. As early as 1923 Scholtès made the first enamelled steel cooker and in the following decades it created the first series of built-in appliances in Europe.

London Design Festival, sees the launch of Scholtès into the UK, bringing professional levels of cooking and state-of-the-art appliance design to the home. In doing so, Scholtès collaborates with one of the world's leading architects and designers, Patricia Urquiola, to create the Scholtès Centre of Excellence. This inspired space will become a flagship venue profiling the essence of Scholtès brand, whilst fusing the worlds of food, design, culture and luxury.

Patricia Urquiola's design will ingeniously combine tradition, practicality and sophisticated technology, influenced by Scholtès brand values of Professionalism, Excellence and Timeless Design. An engaging space for demonstrations, masterclasses, private dinners along with a functional showroom, will be mindul of the holistic approach Scholtès is taking to product design, customer selection and after care services. The space will be inviting and interactive, providing a relaxed and informative environment for customers to selects appropriate appliances during the research and selection process of buying a new kitchen.

Patricia Urquiola hosts exclusive private views of the space from 17-21 October. Michelin-starred Chef, Sat Bains will be creating a lively programme of masterclasses and demonstrations that highlight the impeccable design and functionalty of the Scholtès product collection. True to the Scholtès spirit of innovation, guests will be engaged with theatrical performances within the space.