Drawing on a century of expertise in kitchens and furniture fittings, Häfele UK has launched Utensio, its first-ever own-brand collection of storage solutions.

Designed to blend style and elegance with intelligent, thoughtful functionality, the Utensio range features larder pull-outs, corner and base storage and, now, the UK’s largest integrated bin solution.

The new collection has been developed with a “designed by experts, for experts” philosophy, as Richard Curtis, Managing Director of Häfele UK, explains: “Utensio is the result of decades of understanding consumer needs and the technical intricacies of high-performance storage systems. Each element has been crafted by designers who know the latest trends and are committed to delivering sleek and stylish solutions, but also intimately understand the practical demands of everyday living, multigenerational living needs and the UK KBB market.”

All Utensio interior storage solutions are designed to fit a 490mm deep kitchen cabinet. As a result, the majority  of kitchen cabinets in the UK will not require adjustments to accommodate Utensio storage solutions. This feature also makes the range ideal for retrofitting into existing kitchens.

Richard continued: “We’re incredibly proud of Utensio as now we can provide a complete storage solution for living spaces, but we also believe it raises the standard for storage in our market. It’s elevated in style, deeply considered in function and ease of installation, and designed for discerning customers who want beauty and performance.”

The Utensio range includes:

  • Tall larder solutions such as Deluxe Pantry, Swing Larder, and the innovative ‘stack and slide’ Drawer Larder. All provide maximum storage with quality and effortless access, with features like concealed fixings, anti-slip mats and load-bearing capacities of up to 125kg. The range is also designed to handle the demands of a busy kitchen with a 12-year warranty
  • The Easy Down wall system provides safe and convenient access to high-mounted items. Perfect for multi-generational living, this system embodies Häfele’s commitment to creating inclusive, accessible designs that cater to diverse user needs
  • Utensio under-counter storage includes products that suit cookware, pantry essentials, and crockery. Slim Base, Larder Base and Drawer Base all incorporate soft-close runners and smooth pull-out mechanisms with loads of up to 20kg per basket
  • To maximise corner spaces, Utensio includes Inline, Glide, Slide and Fold corner products. With pull out and swing shelves, they make corners easy to access and organise and hold up to 50kg overall. The Inline Corner solution is an ideal solution for wheelchair users, as the clever pull mechanism does not obstruct its position
  • Utensio waste solutions include Maxi and Maxi Flex, the largest integrated bin solution on the market with a capacity of up to 98 litres. Maxi is also available with a concealed drawer option. These bins are designed for practicality, offering multi-purpose storage for waste, recyclables and even children’s toys. They can also be retrofitted into existing kitchen cabinets with ease

The entire Utensio range is also highly customisable, with three stylish finishes, Folded, Accent, and Glass, allowing customers to match their storage solutions to their kitchen’s aesthetic and price point. Also designed for installer needs, the range features tool-free adjustment and basket/shelf installation, concealed fixings and products are supplied with a fitting template, jigs and required fittings as standard.

To mark the launch of Utensio, from March 2025, a dedicated mobile showroom will take Utensio on the road, giving designers and installers the chance to explore the range in person. The showroom van is available to book via the Häfele website.

Concluding, Richard said: “Utensio products are backed by a market-leading 12-year guarantee. This reflects our confidence in their craftsmanship and our dedication to ensuring consumers can trust in their purchase – now and in the future. We urge our customers to book onto the mobile showroom and experience Utensio for themselves.”

For more details or to book the mobile showroom experience, visit hafele.co.uk/utensio