The Kustom Refrigerator has been designed by Karim Rashid in collaboration with Haier as a fashion-focused appliance for the modern living space. The appliance features an ultra-modern design that requires the consumer to make style choices about how they want the unit to look in their home. This is thanks to a series of interchangeable panels on the front that come in a wide range of materials such a wood, leather, fabric and more.
The Kustom Refrigerator was designed by Rashid in response to the rather static design of existing refrigerators on the market that only come in a very limited number of finish options. The fridge also eliminates protruding handles to give the unit an even more streamlined appearance. The appliance is the winner of the iF Design Award 2021 Product Design award.
Interchangeable Finish Refrigerators
The Kustom Refrigerator Can Be Enhanced and Changed with Ease
Trend Themes
1. Interchangeable Finish Appliances - Designing appliances with interchangeable panels in a wide range of materials allows consumers to personalize the look of their appliances to fit their home decor.
2. Fashion-focused Appliances - Collaborating with well-known designers to create appliances that have a sleek, modern design and give consumers the opportunity to make style choices is a trend that appeals to those with a fashion-forward mindset.
3. Streamlined Appliance Design - Designing appliances without protruding handles gives them a more streamlined appearance that fits well with modern living spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Appliances - The appliance industry can incorporate interchangeable panels with different materials to their products, allowing consumers to personalize their appliances according to their taste and home decor.
2. Home Decor - The trend of interchangeable finish appliances can influence the home decor industry since consumers can now modify appliances to suit their preferred color palette and design style.
3. Interior Design - Incorporating fashion and design-focused appliances in a home renovation or remodeling project can be a trend in the interior design industry, catering to clients who want a stylish home with functional appliances.