By Twan Verdonck, Creative Director at Brabantia.
Upgrade your Kitchen Bin
As the weather warms up, the number of family gatherings – both indoors and outdoors – increases, and so does our volume of waste. Investing in a practical yet stylish waste bin, with sufficient capacity will help you stay on top of waste disposal while adding a sleek touch to your kitchen.
Opt for a bin with internal buckets, such as Brabantia’s Bo Touch Bin, to make light work of waste separation and help with recycling. Its touch lid provides practical and hygienic benefits, while the wide opening helps minimise spillages. Plus, its streamlined, space-saving design fits closely against any wall or conveniently in a corner to help keep walkways clear.
Laundry Essentials
With spring comes lighter garments and more opportunities to dry clothes outdoors. Spring is a great time to invest in laundry essentials – such as laundry baskets, ironing boards, and washing lines – to ensure you’re prepared for more frequent laundry days. This way, you can prioritise enjoying time outdoors with family and friends.
Opt for space-saving solutions, such as Brabantia’s Table Top Ironing Board or HangOn Drying Rack, to help keep your space clutter-free, especially as your home becomes busier. These designs will keep spring and summer clothing looking fresh, especially linen and lighter cotton fabrics, which tend to crease more easily but can be conveniently stored away when not in use.
If you have space in your garden or on your balcony, a rotary dryer is a worthy investment for the spring and summer months. It doesn’t need to be warm for washing to dry on the line – a dry, 5-degree day with a light breeze is enough to dry clothes and achieve that fresh-laundry feeling. Plus, drying clothes outside offers benefits beyond saving money and energy. Using a rotary line, such as Brabantia’s Lift-O-Matic Dryer, is better for your clothes, the planet, and your wallet.
Refresh your Pantry
A streamlined, organised pantry makes food preparation a breeze. As more delicious seasonal foods make their way into our kitchens, there’s no better time to give your pantry a refresh. Sort through your food supplies, ensuring nothing has expired, and check for produce that needs to be used soon. Decant your everyday essentials, such as pasta, rice, and nuts and seeds, into labelled storage containers to save space and make them easier to find.
Opt for a clear, sealable design that allows you to easily see the contents while ensuring they stay fresher for longer. Brabantia’s Tasty+ Stackable Canisters come in varying shapes and sizes and are designed to stack effortlessly in your pantry. Made from durable, BPA-free plastic, each canister is suitable for wet or dry foods. They feature a seamless body, offering a more hygienic storage option that doesn’t trap food. They’re also dishwasher safe and come with a 5-year guarantee.
About the expert
Twan Verdonck has worked at Brabantia for over 10 years investigating the challenges, needs, and desires of consumers in their homes. Alongside examining macro, technology, and market trends, and exploring how consumers will live in the future, Twan is also responsible for providing creative direction for Brabantia as the brand moves towards 100% Circular Design by 2035.
Since starting at the company, Twan and his team have been instrumental in establishing Brabantia as a household name, producing products which are not only high quality but also beautiful and sustainable. The creation of the Bo Touch bin, known for its chic design features and colour ways, is their proudest achievement to date. Find out more homeware inspiration from Brabantia at brabantia.com/uk
