Most kitchen appliances are designed for private use, made with the assumption that consumers will use them before entertaining company, but this refrigerated surface from designer Brad Rolston takes an opposite approach and is meant for use during parties and events.
Many common hors d'oeuvres are best served chilled, and can either lose their taste or spoil when left out too long. Rolston's refrigerated surface concept keeps food cold and has a retro 70s feel that won't spoil the look of consumers' parties.
The refrigerated surface's technology works similarly to a normal refrigerator, with the use of copper refrigerant coils to get cold. The surface places these coils under a conductive glass sheet to channel that coolness upwards. It then adds an "AirBlade" at one end of the surface to better distribute the cold.
Food-Friendly Cooling Appliances
This Refrigerated Surface Keeps Food Cool at Parties and Events
Trend Themes
1. Party Cooling Appliances - This trend focuses on innovative appliances designed specifically for use during parties and events to keep food chilled and fresh.
2. Retro-styled Kitchen Appliances - This trend involves the design of kitchen appliances with a retro 70s aesthetic to enhance the overall look and feel of consumers' parties.
3. Conductive Glass Technology - This trend explores the use of conductive glass sheets in appliances to efficiently channel coldness and maintain food's freshness.
Industry Implications
1. Appliance Manufacturing - This industry has an opportunity to create innovative cooling appliances tailored for party use.
2. Event Planning and Catering - This industry can benefit from party cooling appliances to ensure that food served at events remains chilled and appealing to guests.
3. Glass Manufacturing - This industry can seize the opportunity to produce conductive glass sheets for appliances, enabling efficient cooling and preservation of food.