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OCT 2014

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October 2014 ForResidentialPros.com | 41 Modular refrigeration means that appliances can be stra- tegically placed throughout the space, says Diana Franklin, brand marketing for U-Line Corp., in Laguna Beach, CA. "This increases kitchen choreography and the overall efciency of the space," she adds. According to Juliet Johnson, manager of brand experience for Jenn-Air, based in Benton Harbor, MI, appliances are also helping to reshape the kitchen. She explains, "The demand for specialty appliances is impacting kitchen designs. As consumers request steam ovens, microwaves with speed cook technology, built-in cofee systems, warming drawers, etc., it impacts the layout of the kitchen, the work triangle, etc." She adds, "There's a growing demand for point-of-use appli- ances – built-in cofee systems near the breakfast bar or dining room, wine cellars and beverage centers near the Great Room or TV room, refrigerator drawers placed out of the work tri- angle to allow children to grab their after school treats, second dishwashers in the bar area, etc. "New appliances are being introduced in the marketplace that ofer real innovations for real cooks," says Elkin. "Culinary enthusiasts want appliances that can fulfll their every cooking need all in one appliance," he adds, such as the Thermador Pro Grand Steam Range, which features six Star Burners, a griddle, convection oven, steam and convection oven, and warming drawer. Unique options from Bosch include perfect symmetrical horizontal oven installation, and SideOpening ovens that create a fush line that works in any design style, he notes. "Performance features that efortlessly assist consumers in the kitchen are of high value," says Michele Bedard, v.p./ marketing for Sub-Zero and Wolf, citing the 10 cooking modes ofered on Wolf ovens, and the dual refrigeration technology on Sub-Zero refrigerators as examples. She also says that, as technology becomes more advanced, appliances follow suit. "We believe 'smart' appliances will continue to grow in popularity as time progresses, and as long as the technology meets a real consumer need," she states. Sub-Zero and Wolf products have the ability to sync to home-automated control systems like Control4, Crestron and Savant, she notes. "The luxury segment of the appliance marketplace demands high performance combined with beautiful design," adds Johnson. She cites Jenn-Air's new refrigeration with an Obsidian interior as an example of a product that ofers this combination, along with the frm's 24" built-in cofee system. Melissa Haber, director of sales and marketing at EuroChef, USA in Edgewood, NY, says that consumers are "sizing-up" and making more room for their cooking appliances. "We continue to see huge sales in 36" and 48" ranges. Consumers want more oven capacity and additional burners to prepare their meals than the old standard 30" options ofered," she reports. They also want their appliances to work for them, as much of today's technology does. "The more function an appliance can ofer, the better," she notes. Electric ovens are also being re-vamped, Haber adds, as this technology becomes more efcient and powerful. EuroChef just Stanisci Design & Manufacturing manufactures a range of hoods that complement today's kitchen designs. A transitional look, with simple, clean lines, is showcased in this kitchen, which features Candlelight Cabinetry and the Stanisci Design S-Series Hood. Circle No. 166 on Product Card Vinotemp's Mirrored Touch Screen Wine & Beverage Cooler features patent-pending mirrored trim design, digital touch-screen temperature control and front exhaust for seamless integration. With two compartments – each with a separate, adjustable temperature zone – the mirrored cooler accommodates 54 standard wine bottles and up to 120 12-ounce cans. Circle No. 165 on Product Card Fireview cookstoves from Elmira Stove Works include the Fireview viewing door, high-efciency burn with secondary air, and glass-wash, antique or country styling and optional propane side burners. The Fireview is available in three models, including a 36" wood-burning stove, 48" stove with a second warmer on the right and a work surface above, and 48" unit with second warmer and two 11,000 BTU propane burners on the right side. An optional hot water jacket that produces up to 12 gallons of hot water per hour is available. Circle No. 168 on Product Card Each of the UIX series of one-piece custom inserts from Wind Crest comes complete with an internal blower with Sone ratings as low as 1.2 on the 600 CFM models and 3.5 on the 1200 CFM models. The six-speed electronic control allows the user to select the amount of power needed for the task. Other program options include a Clean Filter reminder, Delay Of and a Refresh Air cycle. Circle No. 162 on Product Card With the ability to store up to 32 bottles of red and white wine in two temperatures zones, the Perlick 24" Signature Series Dual-Zone Wine Reserve is a space-saving wine storage solution. Two independently controlled temperature zones, each with a range of 40°- 68°F, are completely interchangeable. The shelves are fully-adjustable to accommodate over-sized (magnum) bottles. Circle No. 167 on Product Card The Vent-A-Hood Designer Series of range hoods combines sleek form with function and includes the JDH/C1 canopy with unlimited options to personalize the fnished look. Each product the company manufactures is individually engineered for performance, the frm notes. Circle No. 164 on Product Card LG's Double Oven Range with EasyClean features an oven cavity enamel technology that cuts oven cleaning time from hours to minutes. EasyClean works in three steps: spray water throughout the interior walls of the oven, press the EasyClean function and, after 20 minutes, wipe away the grime. The range also features infrared grill technology for indoor grilling. Circle No. 169 on Product Card Photo: Kim Smith Thermador's Built-in MicroDrawer Microwave includes a 1.2-cu.-ft. cavity space and 10 cooking modes. The drawer also features a perfect fush installation capability for a standard depth cabinet that eliminates the need for an additional installation kit while providing access and ease of use. The Built- in MicroDrawer Microwave also incorporates microwave sensor technology. Circle No. 163 on Product Card

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