Concealed kitchen
A worktop, sink, small appliances, coffee station or even an entire compact kitchen can be installed behind pocket doors. When opened, the work surface remains fully accessible.
Transformable furniture solutions Pocket door systems, in which the doors pivot and slide into the furniture, are becoming increasingly popular because they allow functional areas of the home to remain visible only when they are in use. Once opened, the doors turn and slide into a narrow pocket at the side of the cabinet, so they do not obstruct walkways, worktops or the cabinet interior. In this way, an open kitchen, coffee station, home office, laundry area, wardrobe or bar cabinet can disappear behind flush furniture fronts within seconds. When the doors are closed, the result is a calm, continuous wall surface suited to both minimalist and classic interiors. Contemporary homes are no longer divided as strictly into separate kitchen, living, work and leisure rooms. One space often serves several functions and changes throughout the day: in the morning it may be used for breakfast and work, in the evening as a living room, and at weekends as a space for guests. A pocket door system allows such a room to transform without changing its layout. The function remains immediately accessible when needed, while an unused work zone can be hidden in seconds. This helps maintain visual order and reduces the need to dedicate a separate room to every activity. When open, the doors slide completely into the side pocket of the cabinet, leaving the worktop, shelves, appliances and walkway unobstructed. Kitchen appliances, unfinished work, documents and everyday items disappear behind a continuous front without having to be moved elsewhere. A closed, flush furniture wall reduces visual clutter and helps an open-plan kitchen and living area feel more composed. A worktop, sink, small appliances, coffee station or even an entire compact kitchen can be installed behind pocket doors. When opened, the work surface remains fully accessible. During the working day, the cabinet becomes a complete workspace with a monitor, shelving and lighting. When work is finished, the office equipment disappears behind flush fronts. A coffee machine, tableware, drinks and accessories can be stored in one open niche that remains completely unobstructed while in use. A washing machine, dryer, cleaning products or household tools can be concealed in a hallway, bathroom or shared living space. Pocket doors can use exactly the same fronts as neighbouring cabinets. This allows the concealed functional area to blend completely into a bank of tall units, wall panelling or living-room furniture. Both handled and handleless designs are possible, from half-height installations to full-height floor-to-ceiling fronts. HAWA Concepta III is a system for wooden doors that first pivot by 90° and then slide almost completely into a pocket at the side of the cabinet or wall. Once the cabinet is open, the doors are no longer positioned in front of it and the entire interior remains freely accessible. Compared with conventional hinged doors, Concepta III does not occupy room space or obstruct the worktop. Compared with simpler pocket-door alternatives, it stands out for its finely balanced movement, broader range of usable front dimensions, precise adjustment and a component system developed for professional furniture projects. The door is opened and brought out with a gentle pull on the handle or edge of the front. Choose this version when the handle is an intentional part of the furniture design or when you prefer clear mechanical feedback. The door is activated with a light push, so no handle is required. It is ideal for minimalist cabinet walls where clean, uninterrupted lines are important. HAWA Concepta III is not simply a universal hardware kit. The correct system must be selected according to door height, width, thickness and weight, opening side, front configuration and the planned cabinet construction. As the official HAWA representative in Lithuania, Furnitanas can help furniture manufacturers, architects and end customers choose the right version and coordinate the project before furniture production begins. Cinetto PB15 is designed for wooden hinged doors that slide into a side pocket in the cabinet. It is a more economical alternative for projects that require a convenient single concealed door but do not need the maximum range of premium dimensions and configurations. The mechanism is supplied pre-assembled and ready to be fixed to the furniture, reducing on-site assembly work and simplifying installation. A pocket-door mechanism requires a dedicated side pocket, so it should be planned at the furniture-design stage. Retrofitting an already manufactured standard cabinet can be difficult or impossible. Door height, width, thickness and weight, pocket depth, carcass construction and installation side all need to be checked precisely. There must also be enough space in front of the furniture for the door to open by 90° before sliding into the pocket. If the concealed zone includes a worktop with electrical appliances, lighting, a sink or home-office equipment, plan power outlets, cable routing, ventilation and safe clearances from moving components in advance.
Pivoting and lateral sliding systems for kitchens, home offices and multifunctional spaces
Why are pocket door systems becoming increasingly popular?
Concealed kitchen
Home office in the living room
Coffee, bar or breakfast station
Laundry or utility zone
More freedom in furniture and interior design
HAWA Concepta III vs Cinetto PB15
System
Operating principle
Door parameters
Main advantages
Recommended use
HAWA Concepta III PULL
The door opens by 90° and slides into a pocket at the side of the cabinet or wall. It is brought back out and closed with a gentle pull.
For doors 18–26 mm thick, 350–750 mm wide and 1200–2700 mm high. Depending on the version, door weight up to 25 or 35 kg.
Exceptionally smooth movement, unobstructed access, broad size range, highly pre-assembled components and easily accessible adjustment points.
Premium kitchens, home offices, laundry areas, coffee or bar stations, and tall, frequently used fronts.
HAWA Concepta III PUSH
The door is activated with a gentle push, pivots and slides into the side pocket. Designed for handleless fronts.
For doors 18–26 mm thick, 350–750 mm wide and 1200–2700 mm high. Depending on the version, door weight up to 25 or 35 kg.
Clean handleless appearance, intuitive operation, high stability and premium movement quality.
Minimalist premium kitchens and seamless cabinet walls with push-to-open fronts.
Cinetto PB15
The door opens by 90° and slides into the side pocket of the cabinet.
For doors 18–25 mm thick, 400–700 mm wide and 1600–2800 mm high. Maximum door weight up to 30 kg.
Pre-assembled mechanism, straightforward installation and strong value for money.
More economical kitchen, office or storage projects requiring a single pocket door.
HAWA Concepta III – premium pocket door technology
HAWA Concepta III
PULL or PUSH – which HAWA Concepta III version should you choose?
Concepta III PULL
Concepta III PUSH
Furnitanas – the official HAWA representative in Lithuania
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Cinetto PB15 – a more economical pocket door alternative
Cinetto PB15
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What should be considered before designing pocket doors?
Choose the system before manufacturing the cabinet carcass