# Dual-Purpose Kitchen Bowls The 'Commis' Kitchen Mixer Acts as a Scale and a Timer By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-02-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-mixer References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2016/02/09/be-an-accu-chef/) & [kevindepape](http://www.kevindepape.com) A shift back into the kitchen has prompted consumers to seek out ways to increase overall efficiency as with the 'Commis' [kitchen mixer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-stand-mixer). Incorporating a mixing bowl, a timer and a scale into a singular device, the 'Commis' is focused on precision in the kitchen, which is of utmost importance to ensuring great food. The 'Commis' is a combination of two separate pieces that fit together. When the top bowl is in-place on the base, the device acts as a scale. When the bowl is removed, it acts as a mixing bowl. When a timer is required, the 'Commis' reveals a [twist timer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookclock) on the base to accurately time how long something is going to cook or bake for. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Multi-functional Kitchen Tools:** There's an opportunity for creating multi-functional kitchen tools to save space and increase efficiency in the kitchen. - **Smart Kitchen Devices:** Integrating smart technology into kitchen devices like the 'Commis' mixer can enhance precision and convenience while cooking. - **Precision Cooking:** Devices like the 'Commis' mixer can lead to a new trend of precision cooking, where exact measurements and timings are regarded as essential to ensure high-quality meals. ### Where This Applies - **Kitchen Utensils and Devices:** Kitchen utensils and devices market has the opportunity to create multi-functional tools with integrated technology and the ability to improve cooking precision. - **Smart Home Appliances:** Smart home appliances industry can potentially benefit from the creation of smart kitchen devices that can be integrated with other appliances for a seamless user experience. - **Food Delivery Services:** Food delivery services can promote the use of precision cooking devices like the 'Commis' mixer to help customers create high-quality meals at home. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eight-in-One Kitchen Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchyhub.md) - [Multifunctional Kitchen Scales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/precision-scale-with-timer.md) - [Telescoping Component Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-kitchen-aid.md) - [One-Person Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-cooking-appliance.md) - [All-in-One Countertop Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/countertop-workstation.md) - [Sustainable Kitchen Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remix.md) - [Induction Cooking Smart Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenwood-cooking-chef.md) - [Modular Multifunctional Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pronto-and-alto.md) - [All-in-One Smart Multi-Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-multicookers.md)