The water area is often one of the most used parts of a kitchen… yet it’s often considered last. A common mistake.
When the sink and tap are integrated into the project from the start, they offer more than just functionality: they add balance, character, and aesthetic coherence.
Here are some key ideas to get it right, and a few combinations that work very well depending on the kitchen style.
White kitchens: harmony and continuity
White means brightness, spaciousness, and calm. In these kitchens, every visual element matters, and the water area should complement the design, not interrupt it.
- What works well: stainless steel sinks under-mounted for visual cleanliness or matte white sinks, under or over-mounted.
- Taps: inox, chrome, or matte white finish to reinforce continuity.
- Tip: avoid sharp visual breaks. The strength of white lies in its harmony.
Recommended Frecan combinations:
Ampla – Baffy
Latus – Up, Ligno
Zenit Top BE – Tap Eco
BTK BE – Mithos (Bianco Kos handle)
BMR BE – Nek, Baffy
Kera – Vita, Vita Nua
F-Klass – New Rain
Amanda – Vita, Vita Nua
Quadra – Baffy
QB – Vita, Vita Nua
Dark kitchens: presence and well-measured contrast
Black, anthracite or graphite grey have strong personality. In this case, the water area can either blend in for a monolithic effect or stand out—always with coherence.
- What works well: matte black or PVD Titanium sinks, perfectly integrated with dark countertops.
- Taps: matte black for a block effect or PVD Titanium to lighten the composition.
- Tip: less is more. Avoid mixing too many metal finishes.
Recommended Frecan combinations:
PVD Titanio: Dual PVD, Cross
Kera – Vita, Vita Nua
F-Klass – New Rain
Quadra – Baffy
Amanda – Sempre
QB – Jet
Industrial or characterful kitchens: a touch of attitude
This style plays with textures and bold materials: stone, iron, aged wood. Here, the water area shouldn’t hide—it should add character without breaking harmony.
- What works well: sinks in PVD copper, titanium or gold, which bring texture and subtle shine. Inox also works well for a more neutral look.
- Taps: in the same finish or inox for coherence.
- Tip: if the rest of the kitchen is minimalist, this is your chance to be bold.
Recommended Frecan combinations:
PVD Gold, Copper or Titanium: Dual PVD
BMR Double: Shiro
BMR Vintage: Baffy
BM Top: Wave
Onix: Nixie
Slim: Sempre
Wood or earth-toned kitchens: natural warmth
Wood and warm tones are trending for their ability to create comfort and naturalness.
Here, the water area should support and enhance the palette—not compete with it.
- What works well: sinks in cacao or tartufo tones, which match perfectly with light or dark wood and stone furniture.
- Taps: inox, chrome or matte black to balance without losing warmth.
- Tip: if your kitchen is already visually warm, go for neutral taps to avoid overload.
Recommended Frecan combinations:
Kera – Vita / Vita Nua
Quadra – Baffy / Mithos (Beige Arizona handle)
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