Geelong’s Independent Cabinet Makers (ICM Geelong) welcomed over 100 guests to its annual trade night in the Moorabool Street store of E&S Trading.

Guests were treated to drinks and canapes as they enjoyed a special presentation when E&S’s Rob Sinclair interviewed ASKO Ambassador, interior designer and television personality Shaynna Blaze.

Shaynna, who stars on the The Block and Selling Houses Australia, won plenty of new fans when she revealed she was a Geelong Cats supporter.

“I’ve barracked for Geelong since I was two years old … it’s a love, I’ve got to say”, she said to applause.

Shaynna gave numerous insights into latest design trends, such as the move back to positioning ovens at eye level and “hiding“ appliances behind clever cabinetry.

She also had plenty to say about finishes.

“Gun metal, polished chrome and stainless steel are coming back,” she advised.

“We’re also seeing a real contrast of black matte and gloss at the moment.”

For practicality, suppliers such as Laminex now offer a black ultra-matte surface that does not show finger prints.

ICM Geelong hailed the evening as a great success while praising the participants including host E & S Trading.

ICM Geelong is a group of qualified local professionals, each with their own businesses, who have banded together to highlight the skills and quality of products manufactured by Geelong’s cabinet-making industry.

The group’s wide range includes everything from kitchens and bathrooms through to custom entertainment units, bookcases and desks, all at competitive prices.

All ICM Geelong members strive to meet a code of ethics that sets them apart as the best in their field using quality hardware and materials with superior workmanship.

Builders and home renovators who choose ICM Geelong secure industry-leading products at the right price while supporting and growing local jobs.

As seen in GC Geelong Magazine, Autumn 2018