7 sleek systems and appliances to give your kitchen a beautiful makeover

Known for its versatile and sleek products, SieMatic was among the first brands to create handleless kitchen furnishings for an utterly elegant aesthetic. Established in Löhne, Germany in 1929, the kitchen systems manufacturer has operated for over 40 years in Asia. Among its bestsellers is the SLC line, which bears a pared-back form in an understated and rugged graphite grey finish.

Available at W. Atelier, watelier.com.sg

Founded in 1983, Italian kitchen furniture company Aster Cucine offers contemporary and modern designs that also utilise recycled materials. The made-to-order cabinets and islands feature a sprightly array of shades and contrasting finishes in various styles including the industrial-chic Factory line, which pairs striking woodgrain with the ruggedness of weathered steel, and glossy finishes for the Luxury Glam collection.

Available at Marquis QSquare, marquis.com.sg

For a Swiss luxury brand so closely associated with streamlined designs, it should come as no surprise that V-Zug’s Excellence Line of ovens and steam cookers (above) look the part and offer a top-drawer culinary experience, too. Having been awarded the 2021 Red Dot Award for Product Design, the accolade is a testament to the appliances’ technical finesse as well as their elegant forms—the mirrored glass fronts come in a choice of three finishes, take your pick from black, platinum, and pearl. The automated doors allow for a handless design, the Circle Slider rotary encoder provides ease of use, and the touchscreen display puts convenience at the tips of your fingers.

Available at V-Zug, vzug.com.sg

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Belgian talent Vincent Van Duysen is known for his elegant, understated style, evident in his artistic direction for Molteni&C. He channels that same design code to Dada, the kitchen systems brand of Molteni Group. Among his new designs is the Kitchen Box, which was created to offer additional storage. The interiors can be crafted with ceramic, glass or wood, and feature backlit elements for dramatic impact. A seating option is possible as well, and it can include a support element for a breakfast table.

Available at P5, p5.com.sg

Want to bring part of that Japanese izakaya grilled meat experience home? German appliances giant Miele offers such an option for its SmartLine induction hobs, which are crafted with stainless steel. The 38 cm wide Miele Tepan Yaki (pictured below) features induction heating, which can bring up the temperature quickly and precisely to match your cooking needs. This electrically heated addition comes with two separately controlled heating areas that allow you to braise, fry, grill or sauté your ingredients at optimal conditions.

Available at Miele, miele.sg

New Zealand home appliances brand Fisher & Paykel has launched an integrated refrigerator and freezer model that can fit flush into kitchen systems with just a 4mm gap around it, and without any hinges or grilles in sight. This unit can also feature a sleek stainless-steel door panel if you prefer a modern industrial look. It is also connected to the Fisher & Paykel SmartHQ app, which lets users adjust various settings to suit their preferences.

Available at Fisher & Paykel, fisherpaykel.com/sg

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