Company Overview and Brand Values

Stosa is a family-owned Italian company with 50 years of experience specializing in kitchen production. The brand emphasizes Italian craftsmanship, high quality, sustainability, and affordability, targeting Italian families and young people. Core values include commitment, honesty, respect, and originality, with a global presence in over 40 countries. Stosa focuses on innovative, functional, and sustainable kitchen solutions.

Product Line: Maya Kitchen

The Maya kitchen collection offers extensive customization with options for handle-less groove systems or traditional handles in various styles (chrome, satin, linear, arched). This flexibility allows customers to tailor kitchens to their design preferences.

Door and Handle Options

• Groove System: Integrated, invisible handles for a minimalistic and functional aesthetic.
• Handles: Multiple styles that add character and geometric light effects to kitchen compositions.

Material Finishes

• Super Matt Melamine: Matte colors such as Iron, Desert, and White Pure.
• Textured Melamine: Wood-effect finishes including Diamond Walnut, Platin Walnut, Bronze Walnut, Sand Oak, and Jeans Oak.
• Iridescent Laminate: Shimmering finishes like Bronze Green and Cream.
• Glossy Laminate: High-gloss finishes such as White Pure, Iron, and Desert.
• Matt Lacquered: Accent colors including Yellow, Orange, and Lead.

Design Compositions and Layouts

The catalog features multiple kitchen compositions demonstrating Maya’s versatility in spatial configurations and color harmonies:

• Composition 01: Central island with Bronze Walnut textured bases, iridescent Bronze-Green tall units, and aged wood Alaska oak open elements emphasizing decorative finishes.
• Composition 02: Open space with Jean Oak and Sand Oak textured melamine, accented by matt yellow lacquered drawers and wall units for vibrant aesthetics.
• Composition 03: Glossy Iron laminate bases with White super matt fridge column, orange matt lacquered tall units, and Sand Oak textured melamine, including mixed Jolly Evo inserts.
• Composition 04: Linear kitchen with Diamond Walnut textured melamine and matt lacquered Lead Tetris elements, featuring full-extension drawers and rational internal fittings.
• Composition 05: Glossy Desert laminate bases and tall units paired with Platin Walnut textured melamine wall units and drawers, combined with Jolly Evo elements.
• Composition 06: Pure White super matt engineered wood bases and units with Platin Walnut textured melamine columns and drawers, highlighting brushed wood grain finishes.
• Composition 07: Iron super matt engineered wood bases with titanium bronze handles, glossy White Pure laminate tall units, Mercury Elm laminate accents, and specialized units like draining racks.

Functional and Aesthetic Highlights

• Strong focus on color harmony and layering to create decorative, robust kitchen environments.
• Innovative groove handle systems for minimalistic design preferences.
• Handles contribute both functionally and aesthetically, creating geometric patterns and light effects.
• Optimized space usage with full-extension drawers and rational internal fittings for accessibility.
• Durable, sustainable materials chosen for visual appeal and longevity.

Collection Philosophy and Design Intent

The collection targets customers valuing quality materials and refined details, emphasizing purity of lines, simplicity, perfect alignments, and a balance between fresh and warm atmospheres. Glossy white laminates add glamour and sophistication.

Materials and Finishes

• Engineered Wood (Nobilitato Opaco Super Matt): Used for bases and handles in Iron, Desert, and Pure White.
• Laminates: Glossy Pure White and iridescent Cream for glamorous surfaces.
• Textured Melamine (Nobilitato Materico): Finishes include Bronze Walnut, Sand Oak, Jeans Oak, and Platin Walnut.
• Matt Lacquered Surfaces: Colors such as Malva Green, Yellow, Orange, and Petrolio.
• Handles: Various models (MVAB, MWA, MVA, MVAC) in titanium bronze and satin finishes.

Kitchen Compositions and Configurations

Detailed compositions with specific dimensions and material combinations include:

• Composition 07: 420x240 cm with Iron super matt bases, titanium bronze handles, glossy white tall units, and Mercury elm laminate accents.
• Composition 08: 270x277 cm with Bronze walnut textured bases, Desert super matt tall units, and Malva Green lacquered elements.
• Composition 09: 275x275 cm with Pure White super matt bases, Jeans oak textured tall units, and Petrolio lacquered inserts.
• Composition 10: 300x180 cm with Sand oak textured bases and Jolly Evo elements with glossy Desert laminate tall units.
• Composition 11: 245x245 cm with Iron super matt bases, Sand oak textured tall units, and glossy pure white wall units.
• Composition 12: 360 cm length with pure white glossy laminate bases and columns, Bronze walnut textured wall units.
• Composition 13: 400x280 cm with iridescent Cream laminate bases, columns, and wall units, plus Bronze walnut open elements.
• Composition 14: 380 cm length with Iron super matt bases, Desert super matt tall and wall units, featuring geometric lines and integrated lighting.

Design Features and Functional Highlights

• Emphasis on pure, refined lines with simplicity and perfect alignments.
• Material contrasts between glossy laminates and textured wood finishes enhance visual appeal.
• Brushed effects highlight wood texture and grain for authenticity.
• Integrated under-wall-unit lighting enhances ambiance and functionality.
• Functional layouts balance operational efficiency with aesthetics, using compartments to reduce clutter.
• Groove handle systems provide ergonomic and stylistic coherence.

Color and Finish Palette

• White Pure (Glossy and Super Matt)
• Iron (Super Matt)
• Desert (Super Matt)
• Bronze Walnut (Textured Melamine)
• Sand Oak (Textured Melamine)
• Jeans Oak (Textured Melamine)
• Malva Green (Matt Lacquered)
• Petrolio (Matt Lacquered)
• Iridescent Cream Laminate
• Additional colors: Yellow, Orange, Lead, Diamond Walnut, Platin Walnut

Material Finishes and Textures

• Super Matt Nobilitato Opaco: Matt melamine in Malva Green, Jeans Oak, Sand Oak, White Pure.
• Laccato Opaco (Matt Lacquered): Petrolio and other shades.
• Nobilitato Materico (Textured Melamine): Bronze Walnut, Jeans Oak, Sand Oak, Walnut variants.
• Laminato Lucido (Glossy Laminate): Iron, White Pure.
• Laminato Iridescente (Iridescent Laminate): Cream, Bronze Walnut.

Door Specifications

• Standard door thickness: 22 mm (some references to 23 mm).
• Materials: textured melamine, matt melamine, glossy laminate, iridescent laminate.

Handles and Opening Systems

• Opening Systems: Gola system and socket handles.
• Handles: Standard and recommended handles available; models include MVAB (Bronze Titanium), MVA (Satin Nickel), MVAC (Nickel Satin Matt).
• Drilling Centres (Interasse): Standard range 160-320 mm; 160 mm specified for bulging base units.
• Optional Handles: ONDA cod. M2 C (Brill handle) recommended but not for curved elements.

Product Design and Production Information

• Design by Adriani e Rossi Edizioni.
• Photography by Studio Indoor (Oderzo - TV).
• Printed in Italy, April 2014.
• Manufacturer: Stosa S.p.A., Radicofani (SI), Italy.
• Contact details include telephone, fax, info line, website, and email.

Summary of Key Parameters and Recommendations

• Door thickness standardized at 22 mm for compatibility.
• Handle drilling centres standardized between 160-320 mm with specific provisions for bulging units.
• Wide variety of matt and textured finishes with clear color identification.
• Optional handles and opening systems allow customization but have limitations (e.g., not for curved elements).
• Recommendations include selecting materials based on desired atmosphere, using contrasting colors/textures, incorporating integrated lighting, planning efficient layouts, and choosing ergonomic handle systems.

Conclusion

The Stosa Maya kitchen collection offers a versatile, highly customizable range of kitchen furniture combining refined materials, elegant finishes, and functional design. It meets diverse aesthetic and practical needs while emphasizing quality, sustainability, and Italian craftsmanship.