Forza Appliances Offer Italian Design

Forza Appliances with Italian Design in home

Manufacturer Glem Gas introduces new ranges, vent hoods, and dishwashers for the North American market.

“Original in every aspect, Forza cooking appliances look and perform like nothing you’ve ever seen before,” said Guerzoni. “Forza products are radically designed with profound tradition and modern sophistication, and are dedicated to the proposition that dramatically sculpted lines, inspired colors and superb performance will enhance every culinary experience.” Continue reading “Forza Appliances Offer Italian Design”

May 28, 2017May 28, 2017

Luxury Italian Kitchen Design

I don’t know how we’re already upon Memorial Day. This spring just flew by. Reflecting farther back, it’s had to believe a year ago I was writing about the resurgence of Kitchen Armoire as a trend to watch. Last year I was enamored by the Miuccia kitchen by TM Italia Cucine. Now, I find myself looking at Cesar, another luxury Italian kitchen manufacturer.

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May 15, 2016May 11, 2017

The Kitchen Armoire

Remember when YesterTec was on the tip of everyone’s tongue for their craftsman kitchen armoire?

I was always amazed at their locking mechanism for cabinets with ovens. Continue reading “The Kitchen Armoire”

January 4, 2015

Kook by Karim Rashid

His designs are famous for their natural soft lines and attention to detail. His work is globally recognized, as it speaks a universal language of beauty. Karim Rashid, a Canadian Industrial designer, is the designer behind the concept kitchen Kook for Rastelli Cucine. Rastelli Cucine is an international kitchen company launched in 2014 by ARAN Cucine owner Renzo Rastelli. Kook was first displayed at EuroCucine 2012 by ARAN Cucine.

“I take a minimalist approach in my kitchens, preferring to create a clean striking surface that is punctuated by splashes of strong color. For the Kook kitchen I wanted to create an innovative design to turn even the most challenging culinary endeavors into pure aesthetic pleasure”.

Rastelli Cucine showed Kook again at Salone del Mobile 2014. Rastelli Cucine strives to create contemporary inspiring designs that are ergonomically, environmentally and emotively superior. Collaborating with designers like Kiram Rashid enables Rastelli to promote the best of Italian Design standards. The Kook Kitchen is strong in both design aesthetics and functional storage. The extra deep work surface incorporates a cooktop and a sink with matching cutting board that conceals the opening for a continuous surface. Motorized shutters hide kitchen clutter behind the angled face. Glass shelves are lit with LED edge lighting and a colored LED lit strip accents tip-on style lower cabinets. Ovens are placed in tall cabinets with pocketing Corian glass panel doors for concealment when not in use. The dishwasher is fitted with an angled front to match the slanted profile of the cabinetry. The refrigerator starts at counter height with storage below. I prefer the Kook Kitchen with the taller elements – blame it on my North American desire for storage. I’d specify the units not to be unfitted because dirt can collect in the gap between the units.