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Kitchen Design 2022:
Meeting the needs of
culinary- and tech-obsessed homebuyers
By Beverly Smirnis
The modern kitchen has evolved to become more than a space for preparing food. Having ample kitchen
space is a must, along with more opportunities for customization— whether the owner is into gourmet
cooking or specialty baking, or fancies him or herself as a coffee barista, wine connoisseur, or signature
cocktail maker.
Post pandemic, more individuals
are still doing at least some of their
work remotely. While a “hybrid”
schedule may mean they won’t be
spending quite as much time at
home, homeowners don’t appear to
be moving backwards in what they
demand of their homes or any less
intentional about how they will use
their space to live full lives.
The traditional kitchen triangle work
zone comprising the sink, refrigerator
and range is changing. The experts
say that at least one kitchen zone
should be dedicated to work—whether
it’s where the professional powers
up the laptop to start the weekday
mornings near the coffee center or
the homework hub for the kids after BLANCO’s modern design, dual-spray control faucet has a powerful pull-down sprayhead –
school. Following this trend, multi- concealed within its graceful, gooseneck spout. With a convenient swivel of 190 degrees,
functioning extra-large kitchen islands this faucet can easily clean every corner of the sink.
are a must-have. Double sinks and
walk-in pantries remain among the
most desired features in the modern
Stainless steel appliances are still the top choice, but buyers looking for more customization may
kitchen, according to NAHB research.
be interested in statement ranges, which are also trending. Others seek the totally integrated look.
Consumers are investing in pro-style
appliances and specialized gadgets
have transcended beyond being a practical necessity into another decorative focal point in the
like pasta makers, sous vides and
kitchen. Like appliances, you may choose to go with a signature range hood--perhaps a luxe copper
bread makers.
creative way to make it part of the architecture.
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The name of the game for ovens is sizing to suit, multiple cooking modalities
For baby boomers who are downsizing, the right sized appliance is compact but functions
with all the same capabilities and options as those found in a premium full sized kitchen.
Other buyers seek an oven that is maximum in every way-- from range cavity size to BTU
output. Whether big or small, units offering multiple cooking modalities in a single unit are
also all the rage. Gas and induction cooking methods are nearly equal in popularity, with
induction expected to replace traditional glass electric cooktops. A number of manufacturers
now offer both convection cooking and steam cooking in a single unit.
Capturing two 2021 Best of IBS Awards in the Home Technology and Indoor Product
categories, Signature Kitchen Suite offers the only 36-inch dual-fuel pro range with built-
in sous vide functionality – in addition to induction and gas – all on the rangetop. It is
engineered to be installed without the need for a separate and expensive make-up air system,
as it stays under 39,000 BTUs, making this ideal for installations in urban homes or luxury
a true game-changer for the industry.
range with single-cavity oven with 7.8 cubic feet in the range cavity and over 40-inches of
clearance, it can cook two Thanksgiving turkeys side by side. To bring the outdoor barbecue
trend indoors, the MaxRotisserie accessory is a 33-inch motor-driven rod that can rotate a
LG’s InstaView side-by-side refrigerator has whole goat, lamb or small pig for multicultural cuisines. With 18,000 BTU, it heats the oven
an InstaView window that allows you to knock cavity evenly from edge to edge, eliminating cold spots and maximizing the heating area
twice to see inside without opening the door. The oven goes 0 to 400°F in 8 mins and tops out at 536°F in 20. It’s range features Forza’s
It features a UVnano water dispenser that kills proprietary MassimoBlu™ Hyper Double Broiler—the industry’s only blue-flame double broiler
up to 99.99% of bacteria using ultraviolet light
on the dispenser nozzle. Linear Cooling, Smart utilizing edge-to-edge cast iron grates. With four 12,000 BTU full brass burners in the back
Cooling, and Door Cooling+ work together to and four 20,000 BTU dual flame full brass burners in the front, it has 128,000 BTU of total
extend the life of produce and help keep all cooktop power.
foods fresh and flavorful.
Forza, shown in Radicale Red, offers the world’s
Refrigeration: When it comes to food
preservation, one temperature does not
Creating a suite of complementary
refrigeration and freezer appliances,
or appliance columns, is a trend that
provides food storage flexibility, yes, but it
also accomplishes much more. Today’s
homeowners are sensitive to the fact that
more than one third of the world’s food
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production is lost to waste every year. While food producers
go to great lengths to ensure the food we buy is fresh when it built-in Wi-Fi that lets you set the ice-making schedule via an app.
reaches the grocery shelves, it takes the right refrigeration and
Miele’s CM6 MilkPerfection countertop coffee system allows you to control
knowledge of how to properly store food and ingredients to make
the quantities of water, milk and froth at any point in the preparation. You
a difference in reducing food waste. Modern refrigeration makes
it easier to store every type of food ingredient at its optimal
magically know exactly how you like your morning caffeine.
temperature and humidity level – locking in flavors, texture and
micronutrients.
Luxury appliance brand Signature Kitchen Suite has earned
the reputation for bringing groundbreaking innovations to
market, and its 24-inch built-in undercounter convertible dual
drawer refrigerator is no exception. Homeowners will enjoy
unmatched flexibility with dual convertible drawers that operate
independently of one another. Users can select from six
temperature zones including Pantry, Fridge, Bar, Seafood, Meat
and even a setting to convert each drawer into a freezer.
Pantries are a Top Priority
Ultimately, the pantry serves as the problem solver of the kitchen.
Homebuyers are happy when their kitchen counters are clutter
free. Walk-in pantries are listed as the 7th most wanted feature
by homeowners according to the NAHB HMI survey. Installing
a countertop in the pantry makes unloading the groceries easy.
For more counterspace and a clean, seamless look in the kitchen, The KitchenAid® SmartOven+ 30” Combination Oven with Powered
consider designing the pantry to house some of the countertop Attachments enables grilling, stone cooking and steaming. The steamer
appliances (including the coveted gadgets listed below), and be attachment can also be used with the Steam Assist mode to create a
sure to add plenty of electrical outlets. Ideal shelving would be a humid cooking environment ideal for baked goods, breads and roasts.
combination of adjustable shelving along with some solid wood The mobile app allows users to remotely monitor and control the oven,
shelving to allow for storing and protecting of valuable dishes or suggest when it’s time to tend to the food, or enter cooking instructions
family heirlooms such as china without the worry of it toppling and save them for next time.
over.
The Drink’s The Thing
Now that people have had time to practice up on their culinary
and bar-tending skills, home entertainment is even more the rage,
and specialty appliance options are here to support the habits.
Plum’s integrated wine dispenser offers a sleek design and the
ability to hold two opened bottles of wine for up to 90 days so
you can have a glass of wine at the touch of a button. Using
chills the bottle to the proper temperature. Dacor also makes a
24-inch integrated wine dispenser that implements argon gas
technology to store four open bottles for up to 60 days without a
loss of flavor.
countertops and low enough to clear cabinets, the device makes
one pound of chewable nugget ice per hour and holds up to three
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Make it a Comfortable Retreat
Use cushier seating, make
it easy to clean, put some
thought into clever clutter-
reducing design, add some
mood-inducing lighting, art and
music. The kitchen is indeed
the new family room!
Signature Kitchen Suite’s wine
column refrigerators interact
with a Signature Sommelier
app to manage your personal
collection with photos of labels
and notes on shelf placement.
The app can even learn your
preferences to make pairing
recommendations.
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