Revolutionizing Kitchen Design: The CAST HOOD

ARCELIK DESIGN TEAM & PATRICIA URQUIOLA's Innovative Approach to Kitchen Appliances

In the realm of kitchen design, the CAST HOOD by ARCELIK DESIGN TEAM & PATRICIA URQUIOLA stands as a testament to innovative thinking and functional elegance. This design, which won the Golden A' Home Appliances Design Award in 2014, reimagines the traditional kitchen hood, transforming it into a multi-functional piece that seamlessly integrates into the architectural structure of the kitchen.

The CAST HOOD's design inspiration stemmed from the desire to create a product that was contemporary, not overly designed, and flexible enough to be used in various markets. The team sought to create a design that was not only technically innovative but also had strong performance capabilities. The result is a hood that is far from standardized and offers a unique solution to kitchen ventilation.

What sets the CAST HOOD apart from other designs is its unique properties. The hood was designed as a parallelepiped, with a section subtracted to serve as a shelf for storing various objects and tools. This innovative design allows the user to perform other functions while using the hood, extending its standard use and optimizing both functionality and technology.

Despite the challenges faced during the design process, including a tight schedule and the need to harmonize functionality, technical performance, and appealing design, the team was able to create a product that adheres to Beko's mission. The CAST HOOD is a reliable, environmentally respectful home appliance that is durable, beautiful, and boasts a strong functional design.

The CAST HOOD is more than just a kitchen appliance; it's a testament to the power of innovative design. Its unique properties and the challenges overcome during its creation demonstrate the potential for design to revolutionize everyday objects. The hood's design, which perfectly integrates with the existing architectural structure of the kitchen, is a shining example of this.

With its Golden A' Home Appliances Design Award, the CAST HOOD is recognized as a marvelous, outstanding, and trendsetting creation that reflects the designer's prodigy and wisdom. It's a venerated product and bright idea that advances art, science, design, and technology, embodying extraordinary excellence and significantly impacting the world with its desirable characteristics.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: ARCELIK A.S.
Image Credits: ARCELIK A.S.
Project Team Members: ARCELIK INDUSTRIAL DESIGN TEAM PATRICIA URQUIOLA DESIGN STUDIO
Project Name: CAST
Project Client: ARCELIK A.S.


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