Bronze, smoked oak, and Travertino Rapolano marble come together in a composition where surfaces, volumes, and functional details define a single architectural vision.
The kitchen plays an increasingly central role in shaping domestic spaces, moving beyond its purely functional dimension to become an integral part of interior architecture. Kora, the new project by Antonio Citterio for Arclinea, develops in this direction, built around careful research into surfaces and material pairings.
The defining element of the composition is the Italia door in PVD Plus bronze, a metallic finish that changes appearance with the light, highlighting the rounded geometry of the island. The cladding also extends to the side panels and plinth, eliminating visual interruptions and transforming the central volume into a compact, sculptural presence.
The bronze finds a counterpoint in the smoked oak of the tall units and the Travertino Rapolano marble of the worktop—materials differing in texture and tone, yet united by a strong tactile presence. Completing the composition is the Orbita table, connected to the island and conceived as a natural extension of the operational area toward the space dedicated to conviviality.
The functional layout also follows the principle of formal continuity. The Folding System conceals the work area behind handleless doors, while the new Pocket System with push-pull opening integrates appliances and storage into the side wall. On the opposite side, two Teca refrigerated wine units flank an open compartment, introducing an alternation of closed surfaces and display spaces.
With Kora, Antonio Citterio interprets the kitchen as an integrated architectural system, where material research, precision detailing, and technology come together to build an essential yet character-rich space.
