Latest Trends in Kitchen Appliances
Whether you favour a simple, streamlined approach to your kitchen, or prefer a colourful, mix-and-match aesthetic, there's more choice than ever before when it comes to kitchen appliances.
In 2013, variety is paramount, with plenty of new electrical appliance models addressing everyday cooking needs, as well as other design, health and ecological concerns.
Colourful Ways We're seeing some gorgeous colours coming through in many brands, especially retro hues including teal blue, bright orange and lime green.
These tones add a great zing to any kitchen, keeping things fresh and fun.
However, in the next year there's also a predicted return to monochrome finishes with clean black and white lines to complement contemporary settings.
Kitchens Go Eco Since the 1980s there has been a continuing trend to keep kitchens ecologically sustainable, and small kitchen appliances are no exception.
This year, look out for everyday items such as kettles and coffee machines which are doing their bit for the planet, with power and water conserving features, thermal technology, and incorporating sustainable materials such as bamboo and recycled plastics.
Multifunctional Machines The trend for multitasking kitchen appliances is gathering momentum, particularly in kitchens where space and time is restricted.
Coming through are some clever combinations of microwaves and toaster ovens, food processors which also perform a variety of blending and chopping tasks, and dual coffee and spice grinders.
Get Baking The popularity of reality television shows such as New Zealand's Hottest Home Baker has seen many people remembering the pleasure of getting creative in the kitchen with cakes, biscuits and slices.
Manufacturers are responding to this renewed interest in baking, with plenty of new mixer and food processor models - for both first-time bakers and experienced chefs - set for release in the coming months.
Classic Meets Modern Gone are the days when kitchens adhered to a single, overall style -they're now an interesting mix of traditional and contemporary looks, and this is being reflected in the appliances set for release.
Scandinavian-style finishes are combined with cutting-edge design, and high-tech coffee machines adorned with bold brass fittings.
Contrast is king! Healthy Eating Choices With people increasingly looking to maintain a healthy diet, there's been a recent drive for products that allow us to conserve the nutrients in the food we eat.
Steaming has therefore become a popular cooking method, and there are some fantastic new steamers and convection ovens on the market, balancing nutritional demands with innovative design.
It's an exciting time for small kitchen appliances, with much on offer to suit consumers' cooking, baking, lifestyle and design preferences.
In the coming months, expect to see a range of products which satisfy basic cooking and baking requirements, but which are also a pleasure to use, save precious time and resources, and make the kitchen a joyful workspace.
In 2013, variety is paramount, with plenty of new electrical appliance models addressing everyday cooking needs, as well as other design, health and ecological concerns.
Colourful Ways We're seeing some gorgeous colours coming through in many brands, especially retro hues including teal blue, bright orange and lime green.
These tones add a great zing to any kitchen, keeping things fresh and fun.
However, in the next year there's also a predicted return to monochrome finishes with clean black and white lines to complement contemporary settings.
Kitchens Go Eco Since the 1980s there has been a continuing trend to keep kitchens ecologically sustainable, and small kitchen appliances are no exception.
This year, look out for everyday items such as kettles and coffee machines which are doing their bit for the planet, with power and water conserving features, thermal technology, and incorporating sustainable materials such as bamboo and recycled plastics.
Multifunctional Machines The trend for multitasking kitchen appliances is gathering momentum, particularly in kitchens where space and time is restricted.
Coming through are some clever combinations of microwaves and toaster ovens, food processors which also perform a variety of blending and chopping tasks, and dual coffee and spice grinders.
Get Baking The popularity of reality television shows such as New Zealand's Hottest Home Baker has seen many people remembering the pleasure of getting creative in the kitchen with cakes, biscuits and slices.
Manufacturers are responding to this renewed interest in baking, with plenty of new mixer and food processor models - for both first-time bakers and experienced chefs - set for release in the coming months.
Classic Meets Modern Gone are the days when kitchens adhered to a single, overall style -they're now an interesting mix of traditional and contemporary looks, and this is being reflected in the appliances set for release.
Scandinavian-style finishes are combined with cutting-edge design, and high-tech coffee machines adorned with bold brass fittings.
Contrast is king! Healthy Eating Choices With people increasingly looking to maintain a healthy diet, there's been a recent drive for products that allow us to conserve the nutrients in the food we eat.
Steaming has therefore become a popular cooking method, and there are some fantastic new steamers and convection ovens on the market, balancing nutritional demands with innovative design.
It's an exciting time for small kitchen appliances, with much on offer to suit consumers' cooking, baking, lifestyle and design preferences.
In the coming months, expect to see a range of products which satisfy basic cooking and baking requirements, but which are also a pleasure to use, save precious time and resources, and make the kitchen a joyful workspace.
