Kensal Rise Kitchen

Material - Foresso Product - Bianco London Plane Location - London, United Kingdom Credit - Photography by Luke A. Walker This material first kitchen uses raw plaster walls paired with our Bianco London Plane timber terrazzo to create a textural space that comes alive in different light. Simple cabinetry and well-chosen hardware complete the kitchen. In the next door flat one extra sheet of Bianco London Plane is used to create a textural worktop and backsplash. By optimising the dimensions around the sheet size there is no waste from the sheet, ensuring a zero-waste install.

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Cabin 50

Material - Foresso Product - Bianco London Plane A thoughtful kitchen and bathroom making use of small spaces with rich tones and textures. The plywood edge of the Foresso worktop has been stained to match the plywood cabinetry. Credit - Designed by Sow & Cow, photography by Luke A. Walker.  

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How to Buy a Worktop

Buying Worktops Buying worktops can be a daunting task, so we’ve built some tools and guidance to help. You can either purchase material from us for your contractor to cut and install, or we can cut and send you finished worktops to your specification. CAN Architects — Verdant House What material is right for me? There are some key factors to consider when choosing a worktop material. Aesthetics - Do you want a statement surface to be the centrepiece of your space, or something quieter that blends in with the rest of the materials? This can be shaped by both the colour and the texture. For instance, Charcoal Walnut seems loud at first but quickly blends in with other rich colours and textures. Ashbee Beige Elenite is a subtle surface but still full of character, making it easy to fit into a wide variety of designs. Maintenance - Wooden materials such as Foresso require maintenance to keep them looking their best. We recommend re-oiling Foresso surfaces at least once a year. Elenite, on the other hand, is a solid surface that requires no maintenance. Environment - Our customers are helping to shape a future where low-carbon is the norm. We do not use any harmful additives such as formaldehyde in our recipes, which improves the indoor air quality of your space. Ordering worktops Sheet materials Once you know how much material you will need, you can simply order it online and we will be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date. We have resources and video guides to help you learn how to process our materials. Finished worktops Plan your worktop using our Custom Worktop Calculator. The calculator works per square metre so you only pay for the material you use. When you’re happy with your design, click “Place order” to add it to your cart — or save it to your account for later. We’ll prepare a production drawing to confirm all the details. Once you’ve approved the drawings, we’ll cut and finish your worktops. When they’re ready to ship, we’ll be in touch to organise a convenient delivery date. Foresso worktops can be heavy, so you must have someone to help unload. It is very important to oil Foresso and No-Chip worktops once installed — think of them like other wood-based materials. Completing this step is essential and will significantly improve the durability of the wooden surface. Glennie Road — Pluck Kitchens

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Choosing a Table Base

A good table starts with a stable base. This guide explains what to look for, how to place fixings, and when to seek advice. Our products come in a variety of thicknesses and formats. No-Chip (20mm), and Foresso (24mm) have natural flex and require support suitable for a wood-based material. Elenite (12mm) is needs a substrate to support it. Quick checklist Four legs joined by rails or other structure. Larger tables need stronger frames and more support. Fixings close to edges. Avoid bases fixed only at the centre. Very skinny legs and bases can flex and cause wobble. If in doubt, seek advice from a professional. What makes a stable base The most reliable bases use a simple frame. Four legs with four rails create a rigid rectangle that resists movement in use. This approach spreads load and supports the top effectively. For tables over one metre in length or width, include additional structure. Traditional timber tables tend to be heavier for this reason. Slim legs alone are usually not enough. Positioning and fixings Place fixing points near the edges of the top so the frame supports the full area. Bases that fix only at the centre are usually unsuitable for wooden surfaces and can lead to flex or sag over time. Made to measure A furniture maker can design a base to suit your top. Expect sturdy legs, rails between them, and fixings close to the edge. This gives the best fit for size, use and setting. Ready‑made or DIY Strong metal frames work well when fixings are close to the edges. Splayed legs that angle out toward the corners can add stability. If in doubt it's best to overengineer rather than end up with something unstable. Testimonials I can't thank you enough for the attention to finish and quality on the panels I received yesterday. They are exquisite and I am so happy. - Zoe M Fixing the desktop to my standing desk base was super easy - the underside takes screws really well, so I just lined everything up and used an electric screwdriver to drive the screws in. - James P Overall really love the product. - Thomas S

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LCI Launch

A New Standard in Sustainable Surfaces Introducing Low Carbon Industrial (LCI), an innovative materials company which builds on the pioneering work of timber terrazzo surface brand Foresso. LCI is a new initiative from Co-Founders Jake Solomon and Conor Taylor, who are on a mission to radically reduce the carbon footprint of architectural materials without compromising on performance, aesthetics, or practicality. Their next chapter begins with the evolution of Foresso and a bold step forward to reshape the future of interior architecture. Based on design-led solution thinking, LCI aims to create beautiful, thoughtful, and honest low-carbon alternatives to the materials widely used by the industry. This September, LCI launches its debut product, Elenite, a forward-thinking solid surface that is inspired by nature, led by design and driven by technology. Developed by LCI, Elenite is a premium surface that delivers performance on par with leading competitors, while significantly lowering embedded carbon and is made with post-industrial waste. Elenite cuts embedded carbon by 29%, and future batches are already in development to increase that reduction to 50%. Created in partnership with Taiwan-based manufacturing specialists, Meganite, who share a like-minded approach to sustainability, processes and quality. Together, the brands combine their unique strengths to produce a surface with character and conscience. Key components: Natural waste materials, including walnut shell, walnut dust, and bamboo fibre Natural pigments, milled in-house for deep, non-translucent colour and tactile warmth No silica, no formaldehyde, and no water are used during manufacturing Circular production process: any waste is recycled back into a new product End-of-life returns are encouraged for complete recycling into future Elenite batches Powered by on-site solar energy and made in a facility that prioritises low-impact operations Elenite brings visual richness and material character into solid surfaces, engineered with the needs of architects, designers, and fabricators in mind. Its high-pigment palette and matte finish create a depth of tone made to be seen and touched. The result is a solid, warm finish, distinct from the typical translucent look of legacy surfaces, suited to worktops and splashbacks. Elenite Buckland Brown and Dawson Black.Available in a carefully honed palette of four gentle colour ways, Dawson Black, Ashbee Beige, Buckland Brown, and Ruskin White, which take reference from stone, clay, and cool earth. A highly practical choice for kitchen work surfaces and splash backs, tabletops or furniture, Elenite offers stain-resistance, durability, and ease of fabrication. It is built to meet the needs of high specification environments while reducing lifecycle impact, and is designed to support restorative environments. Certified to meet Greenguard Gold, REACH, and verified recycled content standards, Elenite meets the most stringent health and sustainability requirements across global building sectors. LCI engages with global supply chains, their waste streams, and industrial-scale manufacturing. With a growing portfolio of innovative products, LCI stands for beautiful and inspirational materials that are defined by their manufacturing processes and the materials use. Low Carbon Industrial / Meganite Factory, Taiwan A New Chapter in Material Innovation Co-founder Conor Taylor notes: “With Foresso, we learned just how much the design community values tactility, storytelling, and sustainability when it’s done right - it's all woven into the fabric of the brand, rather than trying to shoehorn environmental credentials into an existing manufacturing setup. LCI is our next step: building the materials we wish existed, with a clear carbon agenda and a belief that the future of interiors is circular. Together, we’ve built something different. Not only are we doing things differently, but our customers are doing so too. They’re helping to shape a future where lower CO2 is the norm. We’re proving that beauty, performance and environmental intelligence can come as standard.” Jake Solomon adds, “Elenite doesn’t ask specifiers to compromise. It’s lower carbon than alternatives by default, but it’s also durable, fabricator-friendly, and aesthetically expressive. And this is just the first step for LCI - we have other materials already in development to build a full portfolio of environmentally-friendly options. As we know, nearly 40% of global carbon emissions come from the construction industry, so if we can mitigate even some of this environmental destruction, we’re pleased to be doing so.” Material Matters Fair, 17th-20th September 2025 Innovative materials company, LCI, will debut Elenite as a material sponsor of Material Matters (17th-20th September, Space House, Covent Garden), during London Design Festival 2025. Visitors can explore and interact with Elenite across key touch points throughout the show, including the welcome desk, bar surfaces, tabletops, and totems throughout Space House. Attendees can engage directly with the LCI team Stand T9, where they can explore the stories behind Elenite, Foresso and No-Chip and engage with the raw materials firsthand, gaining insight into the journey from origin to the finished products. For media requests, please contact: lilybell@sandfordpr.com

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