This is a Fuego modular outdoor cooking unit. All pieces are separate and ordered that way to be configured on site. Accessories also.

Ok, so Here I am going to post the pictures of some of the appliances I tried to post earlier next to the text but did not work correctly. Soooo Her I go! The first one is from Aga, it's their "classic" model. Not very popular in Florida unless you have client that relocated from somewhere like West Virginia and want to recreate that mountain living feeling. I mean that in the nicest possible way.



These are the built in units from Gaggenau, it's 12 inches wide as opposed to Wolfs 18" and Mieles 15". Nice alternative if space is tight. Steamer, deep fryer, electric grill and induction.

High-tech gadgets and gizmos are a part of everyday culture, and consumers stand at the ready to learn about the next “big thing” that will push the technology envelope. While kitchen appliances may not come to mind when consumers first think about technology, they are actually among the “smartest” products on the market today. As a result, once these items have been taken for a test drive, they become a must-have in the home.

Designers continue to look for products that will make a statement in the kitchen, while offering high functionality and a wide range of color and customization options.

On this and the next six pages, Kitchen & Bath Design News presents its annual guide to kitchen appliance manufacturers and their products, designed to keep readers abreast of the latest products and services available today.

KBDN's 2009 Appliance Guide

2009 Appliance Guide

July 2009

Abbaka

P.O. Box 215
Bodega Bay, CA 94923
Tel: (800) 548-3932
Fax: (800) 548-3930
E-Mail: fpaone@abbaka.com
Web Site: www.abbaka.com
Contact: Frank Paone
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Channels of Distribution: Display program; color brochures and literature.
Special Services: Detailed quotations; design consultation.
Major Product Features: Abbaka offers 12 exclusive, hand-built kitchen range hood designs, as well as custom designs. Each hood is seamlessly welded, using stainless, copper or brass in polished, brushed or antique finish. Also offered are XL Professional range hood inserts and ventilation systems with built-in, attic (in-line) or remote ventilators from 600-1400 CFM.

Aga

1050 Fountain Street N. Cambridge, ON
Canada N3H 4R7
Tel: (519) 650-5775
Tel: (616) 650-9612
Web Site: www.aga-ranges.com
Types of Appliances: Dishwashers, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, undercounter refrigeration, ventilation/hoods/fans, wine storage.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Channels of Distribution: Display incentives.
Channels of Distribution: On-site training; training materials; technical and warranty support.
Major Product Features: The Classic Aga Cooker and Range employs cast iron construction and energy-efficient heating. The units are available in a variety of enameled colors. They are now enhanced with complementary undercounter refrigeration.
/Whirlpool Corp. 2000 M-63 North
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Tel: (800) 253-3977
Web Site: www.insideadvantage.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, laundry products, microwave ovens, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Channels of Distribution: The Inside Advantage Program offers strong brands, innovative products, targeted services and consumer insight to support building and design professionals.

Arcelik/Blomberg

Karaagac Cad No. 216
Sutluce 34445
Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: (630) 235-8879
E-Mail: Bernievdl@aol.com
Web Site: www.blombergappliances.com
Contact: Bernie von der Lieth
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, laundry products, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, undercounter refrigerators, wine storage.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Channels of Distribution: Regional and periodical rebates; floor display promotion; truck load programs.
Channels of Distribution: Technical consultation.
Major Product Features: Blomberg appliances are RoHS compliant, Energy Star or EnerGuide qualified. Dishwashers have stainless steel tubs, 3-way euro filtering system, and three layers of insulation. Special features include auto-wash program, half-load and turbo-fan drying. Refrigerators have no-frost cooling system and silver coating on interior walls for maximum sanitation.

Asko Appliances

P.O. Box 940609
Plano, TX 75094
Tel: (800) 898-1879
Web Site: www.askousa.com
Contact: Sandra Fields
Types of Appliances: Dishwashers, laundry products.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Channels of Distribution: Asko D5223 XXL dishwasher $100 rebate until 10/31/09.
Major Product Features: All Asko dishwashers are Energy Star rated, and use less water, energy and detergent.

Bertazzoni

Via Palazzina, 8, 42016, Guastalla, Reggio Emilia, Italy
Tel: (866) 905-0010
Web Site: www.bertazzoni-italia.com
Types of Appliances: Ovens/ranges, ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: The Dual Fuel professional ranges come with a main oven, precision temperature settings for convection and high-efficiency gas burners. The triple-ring burner features separately controlled flames based on a high-efficiency technology that generates up to 15,000 BTUs and a dedicated simmer burner for delicate cooking.

Best

926 W. State Street
Hartford, WI 53027
Tel: (800) 558-1711
Fax: (262) 673-8619
E-Mail: webinfo@broan.com
Web Site: www.broan.com
Contact: Scott Kirkendall (retail)
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: Broan range hoods are Italian inspired and formed one at a time. The hoods feature state-of-the-art performance and a variety of ventilation solutions for any cook surface location – wall, peninsula or island.

Bosch Home Appliances

5551 McFadden Avenue
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Tel: (800) 944-2904
Web Site: www.boschappliances.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, laundry products, microwave ovens, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, ventilation/hoods/fans, warming drawers.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Channels of Distribution: The Bosch green resource center at www.boschappliances.com provides rebate offers.
Major Product Features: Bosch offers entire product lines of Energy Star qualified dishwashers, washers and refrigeration. Bosch dishwashers have earned the highest ranking in J.D. Power and Associates Major Home Appliance Customer Satisfaction Study for three consecutive years.
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Broan

926 W. State Street
Hartford, WI 53027
Tel: (800) 558-1711
Fax: (262) 673-8619
E-Mail: webinfo@broan.com
Web Site: www.broan.com

Types of Appliances: Disposers/compactors, ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: Broan offers a full line of range hoods and trash compactors; choose from an extensive selection of styles, sizes, applications and finishes. Broan Elite and Broan HVI-certified range hoods offer quiet operation, halogen lighting, dishwasher-safe filters and Heat Sentry. The Broan Elite trash compactors feature a compact ratio of 6-to-1 bags and odor control system.

Capital Cooking Equipment

13211 Florence Avenue
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Tel: (562) 902-1168
Fax: (562) 903-1167
E-Mail: surjitkalsi@msn.com
Web Site: www.capital-cooking.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, outdoor grills/BBQs/rotisseries, ovens/ranges, warming drawers.
Channels of Distribution: Kitchen/bath distributors.

Cook-N-Dine International

2137 NE 123rd Street
North Miami, FL 33181
Tel: (305) 893-1560
Fax: (305) 893-1561
E-Mail: info@cookndine.com
Web Site: www.cookndine.com
Contact: Klaus Gebhardt
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, outdoor grills/BBQs/rotisseries.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Channels of Distribution: Display program.
Major Product Features: Cook-N-Dine offers the CDS Electric Teppanyaki Grill, Built-In Flat Top or Free Standing Round Table. The center concaves down slightly when on, forming a shallow pit. When off, the center reverts to flat for dual duty as extra workspace.. Made of food-grade German stainless steel, it heats up to 430 degrees F. Offered for indoor/outdoor use.

Dacor

1440 Bridge Gate Drive, Second Floor
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Tel: (800) 793-0093
Fax: (626) 403-9519
Web Site: www.dacor.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, microwave ovens, outdoor grills/BBQs/rotisseries, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, ventilation/hoods/fans, warming drawers, microwave-in-a-drawer.

Diva De Provence

885 Don Mills Road, Suite 207
Toronto, ON Canada M3C 1V9
Tel: (416) 256-2646
Fax: (416) 256-7121
E-Mail: inquiries@divainduction.com
Web Site: www.divainduction.com
Contact: Thierry, Diane
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, ovens/ranges.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Channels of Distribution: Special display allowance.
Major Product Features: Diva De Provence was the first manufacturer to relaunch the induction technology in North America, in 2002. The company specializes in induction cooktops and ranges.

Electrolux Major Appliances

250 Bobby Jones Expressway
Augusta, GA 30907
Tel: (706) 651-1751
Web Site: www.electroluxappliances.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, disposers/compactors, laundry products, microwave ovens, ovens/ranges, refrigerator/freezers, undercounter refrigeration, ventilation/hoods/ fans, warming drawers, wine
storage.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers.
Major Product Features: Each Electrolux appliance has been designed for optimal performance and aesthetic detail: racks move with the touch of a finger, cooking surfaces are unobtrusive and clean easily and refrigerators and dishwashers work quietly.

Elica

222 Merchandise Mart Plaza,
Suite 947
Chicago, IL 60654
Tel: (312) 410-7343
Fax: (312) 410-7392
E-Mail: v.schwellenbach@elica.com
Web Site: www.elica.com
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Retailer Incentives: Cash spiffs; volume rebates; display product discounts.
Special Services: U.S. distribution center; nationwide in-home service; two-year warranty.
Major Product Features: Elica offers Star, an imaginative concept that utilizes the patented All-in-One Evolution System, which decorates, illuminates and ventilates. The spherical shape is dressed with hundreds of tiny cascading glass prisms. Hygiene is guaranteed by Evolution’s filter system.

Elmira Stove Works

285 Union Street
Elmira, ON Canada N3B 3P1
Tel: (800) 295-8498
Fax: (519) 669-1774
Web Site: www.elmirastoveworks.com
Types of Appliances: Ovens/ranges, refrigerator/freezers, ventilation/hoods/fans, microwave ovens, warming drawers, dishwasher panels.

Evo

8140 SW Nimbus Avenue
Beaverton, OR 97008
Tel: (503) 626-1802
Fax: (503) 213-5869
E-Mail: sales@evoamerica.com
Web Site: www.evoamerica.com
Contact: Bob Shingler
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, outdoor grills/BBQs/rotisseries.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: With Evo’s circular cooktops, users can prepare any meal while enhancing the occasion with its convivial design and iconic style.

Faber

P.O. Box 435
Wayland, MA 01778
Tel: (508) 358-5353
Fax: (508) 358-5730
E-mail: info@faberonline.com
Web Site: www.faberonline.com
Contact: Matt Avery
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: Faber hoods have been manufactured in Italy for over 50 years of high quality stainless steel.

Fagor America

1099 Wall Street West, Suite 387
Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
Tel: (201) 804-3900
Fax: (201) 804-9898
E-Mail: infoappliances@fagoramerica.com
Web Site: www.fagoramerica.com
Contact: Sara De La Hera
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, laundry products, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, ventilation/hoods/fans, built-in coffee machines.
Channels of Distribution: Kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Retailer Incentives: Financial incentives; display programs.
Special Services: Marketing support; trade and consumer advertising; collateral materials.
Major Product Features: Fagor appliances feature product details constructed from materials that combine energy efficiency and eco-friendly operational attributes. The line includes: induction, gas and radiant cooktops, refrigerators, Energy Star rated dishwashers and washing machines, convection ovens, built-in coffee machines and range hoods.

Fisher & Paykel Appliances

5900 Skylab Road
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Tel: (949) 790-8900
Fax: (949) 790-8911
E-mail: scott.davies@fisherpaykel.com
Web Site: www.fisherpaykel.com
Contact: Scott Davies
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, laundry products, outdoor grills/BBQs/rotisseries, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, undercounter refrigeration, ventilation/hoods/fans, warming drawers, wine storage.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: The Fisher & Paykel and DCS brands offer professional and contemporary indoor and outdoor appliances including CoolDrawer, CookSurface and the Liberty Collection, while the Elba brand offers home appliances for the kitchen and laundry.

FiveStar Range

P.O. Box 2490
Cleveland, TN 37320
Tel: (800) 553-7704
Fax: (423) 476-6599
Web Site: www.fivestarrange.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, ovens/ranges, ventilation/hoods/fans.

Four Seasons Metals

2109 Dutch Valley Drive
Knoxville, TN 37918
Tel: (800) 514-6491
Fax: (865) 219-5983
E-Mail: info@fourseasonscorp.com
Web Site: www.fourseasonsmetals.com
Contact: Jeff Antone
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Major Product Features: Four Seasons specializes in creating custom copper ventilation hoods. Fabrication capabilities include a variety of decorative copper finishes and polishes, with choices including patina, hammered or oak leafed copper.

Franke Consumer Products

3050 Campus Drive, Suite 500
Hatfield, PA 19440
Tel: (800) 637-6495
Fax: (800) 789-6201
Web Site: www.frankeconsumerproducts.com
Contact: James Hutchinson
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Retailer Incentives: Display programs; sales associate incentives; co-op.
Special Services: Lead generation; drop shipments.
Major Product Features: Swiss-inspired, Italian-designed range hoods are the latest breakthrough from Franke. These sleek, high-grade, brushed stainless steel hoods are designed to efficiently handle the extra ventilation capacity of today’s pro-style ranges.

Fuego North America

1500 Sansome Street, Suite 100
San Francisco, CA 94111
Tel: (415) 558-7151
Tel: (415) 544-9805
E-Mail: info@fuegoliving.com
Web Site: www.fuegoliving.com
Types of Appliances: Outdoor grills/BBQs/rotisseries.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, direct to consumers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, big box retailers.
Major Product Features: Fuego designs and manufactures luxury outdoor products designed by former Director of Industrial Design at Apple, Robert Brunner. The product line includes the Fuego 01, Fuego 02 and 02 Electric, Fuego Modular and most recently the new Element by Fuego line that features smart design.

Fuji Industrial USA

16300 Christensen Road, #212
Seattle, WA 98188
Tel: (888) 547-9880
Fax: (206) 835-9876
E-Mail: sales@fujioh.com
Web Site: www.fujioh.com
Contact: Frank Brese
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors, kitchen cabinet manufacturers.
Retailer Incentives: Spiffs.
Special Services: Free consultation on design; free drawings to eliminate problems during installation; custom liners, rangehoods and colors available.
Major Product Features: Fuji Industrial offers no fingerprint stainless steel liners and blowers, a three-year in-home parts and labor warranty, and custom colors and sizes. All blowers, standard liners and range hoods are in stock for immediate shipment.

Gaggenau

5551 McFadden Avenue
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Tel: (877) 4GAGGENAU
Fax: (714) 845-2695
Web Site: www.gaggenau-usa.com
Types of Appliances: Beverage refrigeration, cooktops, dishwashers, microwave ovens, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, ventilation/hoods/fans, warming drawers, built-in coffee makers.

GE Consumer & Industrial Appliances

Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Web Site: www.geappliances.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, disposers/compactors, microwave ovens, outdoor grills/BBQs/rotisseries, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, ventilation/hoods/fans, warming drawers, washers/dryers, water filtration products.

Haier America

1356 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
Tel: (212) 594-3330
Fax: (212) 594-3434
Web Site: www.haieramerica.com
Types of Appliances: Dishwashers, microwave ovens, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, ventilation/hoods/fans.

Heartland

1050 Fountain Street N.
Cambridge, ON
Canada N3H 4R7
Tel: (519) 650-5775
Fax: (519) 650-9612
E-Mail: heartlandinfo@heartlandapp.com
Web Site: www.heartlandapp.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, ventilation/hoods/fans, wood cookstoves.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Retailer Incentives: Display incentives.
Special Services: On-site training; training materials; technical and warranty support.
Major Product Features: Heartland Appliances designs and manufactures premium gas and electric kitchen appliances, including wood burning cook stoves. Modern appliances include the Classic, Legend, Paragon and Toledo designs.

Imperial Cal. Products

425 Apollo Street
Brea, CA 92821
Tel: (800) 851-4192
Fax: (714) 990-3350
Web Site: www.imperialhoods.com
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: Imperial Cal. Products kitchen ventilation systems come with heat sensors, halogen lighting, baffle filters and power levels up to
1300 cfms, plus a five-year in-home warranty.

Independent Inc.

3663 Barron Way
Reno, NV 89511
Tel: (800) 7-NEVADA
Fax: (775) 358-8288
E-Mail: independent@kitchenhood.com
Web Site: www.kitchenhood.com
Contact: Steven Williams
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.

Indesit Appliances – Ariston

Viale Aristede Merloni 47
60044 Fabriano
Ancona, Italy
Tel: 39 0732 6611
Fax: 39 0732 662501
E-Mail: marco.darsie@indesit.com
Web Site: www.aristonappliances.us
Contact: Marco D’Arsie
Types of Appliances: Beverage refrigeration, dishwashers, coffee center, laundry products.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers.
Major Product Features: Ariston offers dishwashers and laundry products, including condensation dryers and washer/dryer combos. In addition, its deluxe coffee center with sleek styling (less than 12" deep) and easy to use features comes in plumbed and unplumbed versions. Wine and beverage center fits flush to cabinet with no visible grate in toe kick area.

InSinkErator

4700 21st Street
Racine, WI 53406
Tel: (800) 558-5712
Web Site: www.insinkerator.com
Contact: Michelle Gross
Types of Appliances: Disposers/compactors, instant hot water dispensers.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.

Jenn-Air/Whirlpool Corporation

2000 M-63 North
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Tel: (800) 253-3977
Web Site: www.insideadvantage.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, disposers/compactors, microwave ovens, outdoor grills/BBQs/rotisseries, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, undercounter refrigeration, ventilation/hoods/fans, warming drawers, wine storage.
Channels of Distribution: Kitchen/bath distributors.
Special Services: The Inside Advantage Program offers strong brands, innovative products, targeted services and consumer insight to support building and design professionals.
Major Product Features: Jenn-Air has added a new collection of premium appliances to its offering. The line includes wall ovens with advanced LCD touchpad controls, powerful convection elements and downdraft cooktops available in a unique, duct-free configuration.

KitchenAid/Whirlpool Corp.

2000 M-63 North
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Tel: (800) 253-3977
Web Site: www.insideadvantage.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, disposers/compactors, microwave ovens, outdoor grills/BBQs/rotisseries, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, undercounter refrigeration, ventilation/hoods/fans, warming drawers, wine storage.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Special Services: The Inside Advantage Program offers strong brands, innovative products, targeted services and consumer insight to support building and design professionals.

KOBE Range Hoods

11775 Clark Street
Arcadia, CA 91006
Tel: (626) 775-8880
Fax: (626) 775-8885
E-Mail: info@koberangehoods.com
Web Site: www.koberangehoods.com
Contact: Jenice Lau
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Retailer Incentives: Generous margin; display program; periodic promotion program.
Special Services: Two-year warranty parts and labor.
Major Product Features: KOBE Range Hoods’ kitchen ventilation products include the Copper Hood Series and Copper/Brass Backsplash Accessory Line. KOBE hoods are seamless and powerful, and include the QuietMode feature.

Küppersbusch

1883 Massaro Boulevard
Tampa, FL 33619
Tel: (813) 288-8890
Fax: (813) 288-8604
Web Site: www.kuppersbuschusa.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, ovens/ranges, ventilation/hoods/fans.

LG Electronics USA

1000 Sylvan Avenue
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
Tel: (800) 243-0000
E-Mail: Us.LGservice.com
www.lgusa.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, microwave ovens, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, laundry products.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers.
Retailer Incentives: Display allowances; advertising and promotional funding; volume rebates.
Major Product Features: LG Electronics offers products that combine smart technology and trend-setting design. Products include refrigerators, dishwashers and a broad array of cooking appliances, as well as laundry systems.

Liebherr

1015 Sutton Drive
Burlington, ON Canada L7L 5Z8
Tel: (905) 319-8835
Fax: (905) 319-9336
E-Mail: appliances@liebherr.com
Web Site: www.liebherr-appliances.com
Contact: Thorsten Platt
Types of Appliances: Refrigerators/freezers, wine storage.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: Liebherr’s SBS 2413 and its stainless steel counterpart, the SBS 243, are side-by-side comprised of a full 24" refrigerator tower with BioFresh and a full 24" freezer tower. Both towers are Energy Star rated. Premium features include LED lighting and SoftSystem door closing technology.

Lynx Professional Grills

5895 Rickenbacker Road
Commerce, CA 90040
Tel: (323) 838-1770
Fax: (323) 838-1778
E-Mail: info@lynxgrills.com
Web Site: www.lynxgrills.com

Types of Appliances: Outdoor grills/BBQs/rotisseries, undercounter refrigeration, ventilation/hoods/fans, warming drawers.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: Lynx offers a complete line of outdoor kitchen equipment and accessories, which are designed, manufactured and precision assembled in Los Angeles, CA.

Marvel

1260 E. Van Deinse Street
P.O. Box 400
Greenville, MI 48838
Tel: (616) 754-5601
Fax: (616) 754-0970
Web Site: www.marvelindustries.com
Types of Appliances: Refrigerators/freezers, undercounter refrigeration, wine storage.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Retailer Incentives: Display incentives.
Special Services: On-site training; training materials; technical and warranty support.
Major Product Features: Marvel offers a complete line of luxury undercounter and outdoor refrigeration products including wine storage and beverage refrigeration, refrigerated drawers, refrigerators/freezers and ice machines. Both the Sentry System found in the Chateau Collection models and the MicroSentry System safeguarding the Luxury Series adjust and maintain optimum temperature for wine storage.

Maytag/Whirlpool Corp.

2000 M-63 North
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Tel: (800) 253-3977
Web Site: www.insideadvantage.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, disposers/compactors, laundry products, microwave ovens, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Special Services: The Inside Advantage Program offers strong brands, innovative products, targeted services and consumer insight to support building and design
professionals.

Metallo Arts

4685 Shaffers Church Road
Glenville, PA 17329
Tel: (717) 739-1088
Fax: (717) 739-1089
E-Mail: info@metalloarts.com
Web Site: www.metalloarts.com
Contact: Nathaniel Taintor
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, direct to consumers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Retailer Incentives: Retailers discount.
Special Services: Lifetime guarantee; Vent-A-Hood Pro Series blowers; customization and full installation.
Major Product Features: Metallo Arts manufactures architectural pressed metal range hoods. Each piece is customized to exact standards, with a choice of seven style frame structures, 120 standard finishes, nine metal patterns and three accents. The company recently introduced a new collection of zinc and pewter slip cast range hoods.

Miele

9 Independence Way
Princeton, NJ 08540
Tel: (800) 843-7231
E-Mail: moreinfo@mieleusa.com
www.miele.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, laundry products, microwave ovens, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, ventilation/hoods/fans, warming drawers, wine storage, built-in coffee systems, steam ovens, speed ovens.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.

Northland

1260 E. Van Deinse Street
P.O. Box 400
Greenville, MI 48838
Tel: (616) 754-5601
Fax: (616) 754-0970
E-Mail: sales@northlandnka.net
Web Site: www.northlandnka.com

Types of Appliances: Refrigerators/freezers, wine storage.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Retailer Incentives: Display incentives.
Special Services: On-site training; training materials; technical and warranty support.
Major Product Features: Northland offers a versatile line of full-size refrigerator/freezer systems, wine cellars and beverage refrigerators. Products are available in widths from 18" to 72". Products feature all-metal interiors in stainless steel or arctic white.

NuTone

926 W. State Street
Hartford, WI 53027
Tel: (888) 336-3948
Fax: (888) 336-6148
E-Mail: ask@nutone.com
Web Site: www.nutone.com
Contact: George Ebner
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: NuTone and NuTone Premier range hoods feature quiet operation, halogen lighting, dishwasher-safe filters and Heat Sentry.

Peerless-Premier Appliance Co.

119 South 14th Street
Belleville, IL 62220
Tel: (800) 858-5844
Fax: (618) 825-0635
E-Mail: info@premierrange.com
www.premierrange.com
Types of Appliances: Ovens/ranges.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, direct to consumers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors, builders/developers.
Retailer Incentives: Volume discounts on quantities purchased; special promotional allowances on many models; prepaid (freight) shipments.
Special Services: Factory-installed power cords on electric ranges; option for LP or natural gas settings on gas ranges; color options for most ranges; customized P.O.S. for retailers available free of charge.
Major Product Features: Gas ranges can be lit with a match during an electrical power outage. “Natural Convection” oven design delivers optimum baking results. Electric ranges have “up front” controls. Special models designed for the elderly.

Perlick Corp.

8300 West Good Hope Road
Milwaukee, WI 53223
Tel: (800) 558-5592
Fax: (414) 353-7069
E-Mail: cac@perlick.com
Web Site: www.perlick.com

Types of Appliances: Refrigerators/freezers, undercounter refrigeration, wine storage, beer dispensers, outdoor refrigeration, ice makers.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: Perlick’s line of premiere residential undercounter refrigeration in 15", 24" and patented 48" and 72" configurations is complete with industry-exclusive stainless steel interiors, full-extension shelves, a variable speed compressor and a complete outdoor refrigeration line.

Rangecraft Manufacturing

4-40 Banta Place
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel: (800) RC-HOODS
Fax: (201) 791-4494
Web Site: www.rangecraft.com
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, direct to consumers, kitchen/bath dealers.
Major Product Features: RangeCraft specializes in manufacturing custom-designed metal range hoods. The made-to-order hoods are available in an innovative variety of shapes and sizes in copper, brass, stainless steel and decorator colors. RangeCraft also offers universal inserts for kitchen ventilation. All products are designed and manufactured in New Jersey.

Samsung Electronics America

105 Challenger Road
Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
Tel: (800) SAMSUNG
Fax: (973) 601-6001
Web Site: www.samsung.com
Types of Appliances: Dishwashers, microwave ovens, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers.

Scotsman Ice Systems

775 Corporate Woods Parkway
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Tel: (847) 215-4500
Fax: (847) 913-9844
Web Site: www.scotsman-ice.com
Contact: Larry Lozar
Types of Appliances: Refrigerators/freezers, undercounter refrigeration, wine storage, undercounter ice machines.
Channels of Distribution: Kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: Scotsman’s new Brilliance residential ice machines produce over 50 lbs. of gourmet ice per day.

Sharp Electronics Corp.

One Sharp Plaza
Mahwah, NJ 07495
Tel: (800) BE-SHARP
Fax: (866) RANGE99
Web Site: www.sharpusa.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, microwave ovens, ovens/ranges, ventilation/hoods/fans, warming drawers.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, direct to consumers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: Sharp offerings include the Insight and Insight Pro lines, which include ranges, microwave drawer ovens and warming drawer; and the multi-purpose SuperSteam Oven with microwave capability.

Sirius S.P.A.

6590 W. Rogers Circle, Suite 6
Boca Raton, FL 33487
Tel: (303) 800-5697
E-Mail: lynnhammond@siriushoods.com
Web Site: www.alventdistributors.com

Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, direct to consumers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors, kitchen and bath designers, construction purchase agents.
Retailer Incentives: Spiff program for qualifying dealers.
Special Services: USA national service program.
Major Product Features: Sirius has a new collection of award-winning kitchen ventilation range hoods melding form and function.

SMEG USA

150 East 58th Street, 7th Floor
New York, NY 10155
Tel: (212) 265-5378
Fax: (212) 265-5945
E-Mail: info@smegusa.com
Web Site: www.smegusa.com

Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Retailer Incentives: 40% off display; spiff; different terms for projects.
Special Services: After sales; in-house delivery NY/NJ; 24-48 hour deliver NY/NJ.

Stanisci Design and Manufacturing

14823 32 Mile Road
Romeo, MI 48065
Tel: (586) 752-3368
Fax: (586) 752-3293
E-Mail: sales@wood-hood.com
www.wood-hood.com
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen manufacturers.
Major Product Features: Stanisci Design is a leading wood hood manufacturer that offers 19 unique wood range hood designs, with custom hoods also available. Stanisci has in stock full stainless ventilation units with halogen lighting and blower units from 600 cfm to 1,500 cfm. New this year is a value liner with 350 cfm.

Sub-Zero

4717 Hammersley Road
Madison, WI 53711
Tel: (800) 222-7820
Fax: (608) 270-3339
E-Mail: szmktg@subzero.com
Web Site: www.subzero.com

Types of Appliances: Refrigerators/freezers, undercounter refrigeration, wine storage, ice makers.
Channels of Distribution: Kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: Sub-Zero offers the built-in 600 Series, the 700 Series of point-of-use refrigeration units and a variety of wine storage models.

Summit Appliance

770 Garrison Avenue
Bronx, NY 10474
Tel: (718) 893-3900
Fax: (718) 842-3093
E-Mail: sales@summitappliance.com
Web Site: www.summitappliance.com

Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, laundry products, microwave ovens, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, undercounter refrigeration, ventilation/hoods/fans, wine storage, ADA refrigeration.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers.
Major Product Features: Summit Appliance offers built-in undercounter refrigerators, freezers, wine coolers and beverage coolers, including ADA models, locking models and UL-approved for outdoor use. Cooktops start at 12" wide, and include induction, electric, gas pilot and gas electronic.

Thermador

5551 McFadden Avenue
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Web Site: www.thermador.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, microwave ovens, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, ventilation/hoods/fans, warming drawers, wine storage.
Channels of Distribution: Kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Retailer Incentives: One-Two- Free offer, which encompasses buying two specified appliances and getting a third free.
Major Product Features: Thermador offers luxury appliances that combine state-of-the-art cooking functionality with American style.

TurboChef

6 Concourse Parkway, Suite 1900
Atlanta, GA 30328
Tel: (866) 54-ENJOY
Fax: (678) 987-1761
Web Site: www.turbochef.com/residential
Types of Appliances: Ovens/ranges.

U-Line Corp.

8900 North 55th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53224
Tel: (414) 354-0300
Fax: (414) 354-7905
Web Site: www.u-line.com
Types of Appliances: Undercounter refrigeration.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers.

Vent-A-Hood Ltd.

P.O. Box 830426
Richardson, TX 75083
Tel: (800) 331-2492
Web Site: www.ventahood.com
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.

Viking Range Corp.

111 Front Street
Greenwood, MS 38930
Tel: (662) 455-1200
Fax: (662) 455-3127
Web Site: www.vikingrange.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, disposers/compactors, microwave ovens, outdoor grills/BBQs/rotisseries, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, undercounter refrigeration, ventilation/hoods/fans, warming drawers, wine storage.
Channels of Distribution: Kitchen/bath distributors.
Special Services: Consumers who use Viking Certified installers receive an additional two-year warranty on products.
Major Product Features: Viking Range Corp. has intro-duced enhancements to the Viking Quiet Cool Built-In Performance Refrigeration. The exclusive PlasmaCluster Ion Air Purifier uses ions to eliminate airborne bacteria and mold spores, remove odor and enhance food preservation, and never needs to be replaced. Also included is the ProChill Temperature Management System with variable speed DC Overdrive Compressor.

Whirlpool Corp.

2000 M-63 North
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Tel: (800) 253-3977
Web Site: www.insideadvantage.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, dishwashers, disposers/compactors, laundry products, microwave ovens, ovens/ranges, refrigerators/freezers, undercounter refrigeration, ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Special Services: The Inside Advantage Program offers strong brands, innovative products, targeted services and consumer insight to support building and design professionals.

Wind Crest by CNP Industries

351 Thor Place
Brea, CA 92821
Tel: (714) 482-2320
Fax: (714) 482-2337
E-Mail: windcrest@windcrestcnp.com
Web Site: www.windcrestcnp.com
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Type in 271 on E-Inquiry Form.

Wolf Appliance

4717 Hammersley Road
Madison, WI 53711
Tel: (800) 332-9513
Fax: (608) 270-3339
E-Mail: szmktg@subzero.com
Web Site: www.wolfappliance.com
Contact: Steve Dunlap
Types of Appliances: Cooktops, microwave ovens, outdoor grills/BBQs/rotisseries, ovens/ranges, ventilation/hoods/fans, warming drawers, rangetops.
Channels of Distribution: Kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: Wolf Appliance offers gas, electric, traditional and professional appliances. The firm’s product offerings include professional-style cooktops and ranges.

Zephyr

2277 Harbor Bay Parkway
Alameda, CA 94502
Tel: (888) 880-8368
E-Mail: contact@zephyronline.com
Web Site: www.zephyronline.com
Types of Appliances: Ventilation/hoods/fans.
Channels of Distribution: Appliance retailers, home centers, kitchen/bath dealers, kitchen/bath distributors.
Major Product Features: Teaming with today’s leading designers, Zephyr’s kitchen ventilation hood product lines include the Arc Collection, by industrial designer Robert Brunner; the Cheng Collection by Zephyr, by designer Fu-Tung Cheng; the Europa Collection of Italian-made hoods, and the high-performance, space-conscious Power Series.

While I personally do not endorse any manufacturer that sells to the big box stores, I do recognize the need for the consumer to have the lower priced options. That is the reason some of the larger ones were left on this list. I also want to note that Franke is better known for their sinks and faucets than the appliances. That being said, if they make the appliances with the same quality and craftsmanship they do with their sinks...Then they must be good!

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This is Neff. Miele is another one of European manufactures that offers this time display options as one of many other unique features.

I found the following checklist to be very helpful when working with clients and designers alike. I had my own template when I first started doing this but then found Ellens and have been using it ever since.




This kitchen plan locates the dishwasher in a raised position with a microwave above, making both appliances easy to reach. The refrigerator is a decorative highlight of the room, rather than being hidden behind panels.

By Ellen Cheever

March 2009

An Appliance Checklist

Whenever learning about new appliances, or locating units you are familiar with, if your responsibilities include specifying all mechanicals and other material details, you may want to review the checklist developed for the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s Professional Resource Library volume “Kitchen & Bath Products.” I developed this chart many years ago for my private practice because I found I made too many mistakes around the details of appliance placement or the mechanical requirements in my designs. I hope this information prevents any profit slippage for you.

Many designers may have a bit more time on their hands in this first quarter of 2009. I urge you to take any professional free time you have and begin a new search – narrowly focused on appliance innovations. Search the Web, read trade journals, visit respected appliance stores or distributor showrooms. Then create an appliance idea book. Promise yourself to offer the consumer at least one new approach for the appliances with each design solution you present. You can expand this professional education right at your desk by enjoying “what if” solution-focused discussions with your colleagues at the office as well.

The benefit? Prospective clients will be intrigued with your design abilities…so much so, in fact, they will retain you to design their new kitchen!.

APPLIANCE CHECKLIST

Use this Appliance Checklist as you complete the final specifications for each kitchen project you work on. It will help you estimate and specify all of the planning details of appliance placement.

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
1. Required door swing/drawer opening dimension verified. _______
2. Overall appliance depth (including air space and handles) listed on plans. _______
3. Overall width, including air space and countertop overhang dimension,
determined before overhead cabinet width size and height specified. _______
4. Appliance doors drawn in an open position on the plan to verify walkway clearances. _______
5. Ice maker copper water lines/water filter specified. _______
6. Trim kits and/or panels have been ordered. Labor to install has been included in estimate. _______
7. Special handles ordered for integrated units. _______

SINK INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
1. Number of sink holes and fitting placement has been specified on the plans. _______
2. Dishwasher air gap requirements have been met in design. _______
3. Method of securing sink to counter surface has been determined: _______
Flat rim with stainless steel rim and clip installation. _______
Self-rimming sink, color of caulking to be used between sink and countertop. _______
Under-mount sink. _______
Integral sink. _______

DISHWASHER INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
1. Trim kits and/or panels have been ordered. Labor to install has been included in estimate. _______
2. Existing water lines and drain location to be reused. _______
New water line to be installed. _______
3. Existing dishwasher circuit to be reused. _______
New dishwasher circuit to be added. _______
4. Appliance door drawn in an open position on the plan to verify
walkway clearances. _______

TRASH COMPACTOR INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
1. Trim kits and/or panels have been ordered. Labor to install has been included in estimate. _______
2. Existing compactor wiring to be reused. _______
New compactor wiring to be added. _______
3. Appliance door drawn in an open position on the plan to verify walkway clearances. _______

FOOD WASTE DISPOSER INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
1. Unit to be batch fed _____ or switch operated _____. _______
2. Switch location located after considering primary user’s handedness. _______
3. Waste line no higher than 17" on center off the floor. _______

BACKSPLASH CONVENIENCE APPLIANCE INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
1. Backsplash appliance does not interfere with wall stud placement. _______
2. Recess required for appliance is not obstructed by vents, ducts or pocket doors. _______
3. Recessed convenience appliances do not interfere with backsplash design or use. _______
4. Convenience outlets along backsplash do not interfere with built-in backsplash appliance location. _______
5. Heat generating backsplash appliances are not specified below task lighting that features a plastic diffuser. _______

DROP-IN OR FREE-STANDING RANGE INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
1. Gas or electrical requirements:
Gas Size of existing gas line. _______
Existing gas line to be reused in its existing location. _______
Existing gas line to be relocated. _______
Diameter of new gas line required. _______
Electric Electrical amperage of existing line:
30 amp _______ 40 amp _______ 50 amp _______
Electrical amperage requirement of new appliance:
30 amp _______ 40 amp _______ 50 amp _______
Existing electrical line to be reused in its existing location. _______
Existing electrical line to be relocated. _______
New electrical line to be added. _______
2. Ventilation system specified on plans. _______
3. Drop-in range method of support and distance from floor to bottom of range specified on plans. _______
4. Countertop cut-out for drop-in units specified on plans. _______
5. Side clearance for drop-in units that have a flange overlapping adjacent cabinetry has been considered in the planning process. _______
6. Appliance overall depth, including handles, listed on the plans. _______
7. Appliance door drawn in an open position to verify walkway clearances. _______

BUILT-IN OVEN INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
1. Gas or electrical requirements:
Gas Size of existing gas line. _______
Existing gas line to be reused in its existing location. _______
Existing gas line to be relocated. _______
Diameter of new gas line required. _______
Electric Electrical amperage of existing line:
30 amp _______ 40 amp _______ 50 amp _______
Electrical amperage requirement of new appliance:
30 amp _______ 40 amp _______ 50 amp _______
Existing electrical line to be reused in its existing location. _______
Existing electrical line to be relocated. _______
New electrical line to be added. _______
2. Ventilation requirement for new oven: Ducted _______ Non-ducted _______
3. Countertop overhang treatment against oven cabinet side to be:
Countertop extends past oven case. _______
Countertop ties into side of special depth oven cabinet. _______
Case depth to be ______________________________________.
Toe kick to be ________________________________________.
4. All dimensions are included in specifications and plans.
Overall appliance depth (including handles). _______
Appliance height placement in relationship to primary cook’s height. _______
Cut-out and overall dimensions. _______
5. For undercounter installation, manufacturer’s specifications have been verified for minimum cut-out height from the floor. _______

COOKTOP INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
1. Gas or electrical requirements:
Gas Size of existing gas line. _______
Existing gas line to be recessed in its present location. _______
Existing gas line to be relocated. _______
Diameter of new gas line required. _______
Electric Electrical amperage of existing line:
30 amp _______ 40 amp _______ 50 amp _______
Electrical amperage requirement of new appliance:
30 amp _______ 40 amp _______ 50 amp _______
Existing electrical line to be reused in its existing location. _______
Existing electrical line to be relocated. _______
New electrical line to be added. _______

2. Ventilation system specified on plans. _______
3. Can cabinet drawers be ordered below the oven? _______
4. Can roll-outs be installed below the cooktop? _______
5. All dimensions (cut-out and overall) are listed on the plan _______

MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
1. Dedicated electrical circuit specified. _______
2. Trim kit ordered with appliance. _______
Labor to install trim kit included in estimate. _______
3. Microwave oven placement is away from other heat generating appliances. _______
4. Microwave oven placement is away from television in the kitchen. _______
5. Appliance height has been determined in relation to the height of
the primary cook for both safety and convenience. _______
6. Cut-out and overall dimensions are listed on the plan. _______

VENTILATION HOOD INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
1. Length of duct path from ventilation system to exterior termination point. _______
2. Number of elbow turns along duct path. _______
3. Ventilating unit’s (free air pressure) CFM rating. _______
Exist (static air pressure) CFM rating estimate. _______
4. Hood depth in relation to adjacent cabinetry. _______
5. Hood distance from cooking surface. _______
6. Hood width in relationship to cooktop width below. _______

Source: “Kitchen & Bath Products: Materials – Equipment – Surfaces” by Ellen Cheever, CMKBD, ASID, for the NKBA’s Professional Resource Library

Reilly...awwwww!

This post is for Reilly

Dog Heaven on Earth

Vermont Artist Stephen Huneck Pays Tender Tribute to Our Canine Companions

Text by Steven M. L. Aronson/Photography by Billy Cunningham Published July 2009

No one who owns a dog—and in America alone more than 70 million of us do—has not at one time or another reflected ruefully on the wildly divergent longevities enjoyed by dogs and people. One day the former are in their sturdy prime; the next, their muzzles have gone frosty and the imminence of valediction wells up in us (this writer, for one, has been predeceased by seven dogs—namely Ego, Pip, Jasper, Magnus, Ned, Rory and James).

We all seek ways to make these bitter bereavements bearable. Artist Stephen Huneck, who has captured the essence of our better halves in his life-size sculptures, best-selling children’s books, whimsical hand-carved furniture and vibrantly original, robustly graphic woodcuts, is possessed of the conviction that dogs have spiritual as well as corporeal identities and that they go on, outside the course of nature, beyond what we can see.
After a near-death experience in the 1990s, Huneck had what he calls a vision. It guided him to build an unearthly, unprecedented and most unexpected thing: a dog chapel. And where else but on his 400-acre northern Vermont farm, an Edenic realm of pastures, forests, ponds and wildflower fields that he had long since christened Dog Mountain.
The chapel, as he came to envision it, would be a place “you could go to communicate with God about your dog”—not only to mourn the actual or impending loss but to contemplate and commemorate the dimensions of the human-canine relationship. And dogs themselves, in their immutable virtue (“incapable of deceit,” all dogs ring true), would be a big part of the congregation. Normally, when one visited a house of worship, one left one’s dog at home; here, however, one would look wanting, and feel almost criminally out of place, if one didn’t have a dog at hand.
Huneck drew up the plans with an air of resilient purpose: He knew exactly what he wanted the building to look like—an early-19th-century white-clapboard-clad Vermont village church. He was further bent on using wood harvested from the property—walnut, tiger maple and first-growth flame birch—plus sassafras, with its inimitable scent, for the floors. But since the project was going to have to be funded by sales of his art, he could work on it only between commissions. “I took any downtime I had and put it into that chapel,” he confesses. It opened in 2000 and now never closes.
Traditional 19th-century churches often had two doors, one for women and one for men, but with his the artist took the tonic liberty of adding a low center portal, with matching raised panels and carved fan above: Lo and behold, a dedicated dog door! And he topped the steeple with one of his “angel dogs”—a full-bodied sculpture, winged and gilded, of his Labrador retriever Sally.

Inside, the chapel consists of a decorous foyer and a 30-by-20-foot main room with a 16-foot vaulted ceiling. The four hand-carved pews are buttressed at either end by life-size carvings of seated golden retrievers, which, according to Huneck, have been mistaken, by the odd dog scudding across the floor, for the real thing. The stained-glass windows he obtained from a friend came adorned with obligatory religious motifs; these he went on to meticulously replace with dog images of his own invention. “They illustrate love, joy, friendship, play, trust, faith and peace—all the things that dogs have taught me,” he explains.

Photographs and written tributes almost beyond number (in places they’re several layers deep)—not to mention a vestigial lock of silken dog hair—grace the walls and will soon ensorcell the ceiling. One note reads: “We brought Silas with us to remember beloved Septimus.” Another: “For Bellamy, our first best hairiest friend.” And another, startlingly: “Dear Gina, that moment when you snapped at Dad, you spoke up for all of us and made us free.” The visiting dogs, Huneck insists, are “totally moved by all the vibrations.”
Though the chapel remains by far his largest work of art, its creator sees it—tenacious champion of canine immortality that he is—as his most incommensurable.

Life Styles and Stages Reflected in Idea Center

Photos: Courtesy Kitchen and Bath Ideas

The Kitchen and Bath Ideas’ space includes a banquette for family gatherings (far left) and a butler’s pantry that doubles as an entertaining space.

A central banquette in the Better Homes and Gardens kitchen doubles as a storage area (above). A message center serves as a catch-all space.

Photos: Courtesy Better Homes and Gardens

By Anita Shaw

June 2008

Anticipating and understanding the needs of clients – sometimes before the clients themselves know what they want – is an art that kitchen and bath designers often need to master before they can taste success. Those needs can be based on lifestyles, habits, age, physical abilities – any number or combination of factors.

The 2008 Design Idea Center, featured at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show in Chicago in April, examined design options, technology and tastes based on the needs and interests of a wide range of consumers. A joint venture presented by the National Kitchen & Bath Association and Meredith Corporation, this third annual presentation of the DIC was meant to spark the imaginations of kitchen and bath designers and provide options when servicing specific clientele.

Five vignettes, which featured kitchens, baths, laundry areas and mudrooms, were presented by five of Meredith Corporation’s leading publications: Kitchen and Bath Ideas, Better Homes and Gardens, Traditional Home, Midwest Living and Country Home.

Teen Central

The “Hostess Extraordinaire” vignette, presented by Kitchen and Bath Ideas, serves a dual role for today’s busy household. The design serves well the household with teenagers, but also takes on the role of gathering and entertaining space for the adults living there. Created by Janice Pattee, CKD, CMG, along with Greg Kayko, editorial director, and Linda Eggerss, editor, the 600-sq.-ft. space includes a kitchen, mudroom/laundry room and butler’s pantry.

In the kitchen, a central island with 36" gas cooktop with vent hood from Wolf Appliance places mom at the core of the activity. The island, as well as the integrated Sub-Zero refrigerator, features the Courtney door style in cherry with Kaffe finish from KraftMaid Cabinetry. DuPont Corian in Raffia tops the island.

Along the perimeter wall, a 30" Double Wall Oven and warming drawer from Wolf are built into maple cabinetry with Westboro door style in Praline finish from KraftMaid. DuPont Corian in Rice Paper runs the perimeter. Under the window, Undertone stainless steel side-by-side double bowl sinks from Kohler are teamed with HiRise wall-mount bridge faucets. Integrated dishwashers from Asko are located on each side of the sinks.

A banquette with Corian table in Granola serves as both the eating area and gathering space, with wireless Internet access included. A tall cabinet at one end of the banquette that sits on top of a desk acts as a storage spot for electronic games and other gadgets. Around the banquette’s perimeter, glass-front maple cabinets in Putnam door style finished in Canvas from KraftMaid provide additional storage. Clever storage is also incorporated under the banquette seats.

Located just off of the kitchen, the pantry features open shelving and glass-front Courtney cabinets in cherry finished in Kaffe from KraftMaid. A Sub-Zero undercounter wine refrigerator and pair of dishwasher drawers from Asko are included here.

DuPont Zodiaq in Marrone Emperador hosts a Porto Fino sink and HiRise two-handle bar faucet from Kohler.

Organization Central

The “Organizer-in-Chief” space, designed by Mary Jo Peterson, CKD, CBD in conjunction with Better Homes and Gardens staff members Gayle Goodson Butler, editor in chief, Oma Blaise Ford, senior deputy editor and Joseph Boehm, senior interior designer, is a picture of organization. The 500-sq.-ft. space also includes a multitude of eco-friendly products.

Around the perimeter of the kitchen, the Lustra collection with Capri door style from Venicia by KraftMaid in Cherry Satin finish gives the room a contemporary feel. Glass doors with Fresco aluminum frames and Satina glass inserts add to the clean look.

Topping the perimeter, DuPont Zodiaq quartz surfaces in Warm Taupe incorporate recycled glass. Kohler provides the Deerfield Smart Divide sink with Coralais faucet.

A Wolf vent hood, oven and microwave, integrated Sub-Zero refrigerator and Fisher & Paykel dishwasher are also featured.

A Wolf glass induction cooktop contrasts against the recycled glass round backsplash tiles made from reclaimed beer and wine bottles from Bedrock Industries. Marmorette linoleum flooring from Armstrong in Parrot Green and Powder Green stripes provides an eco-friendly covering.

The cherry island cabinets are also from KraftMaid, in the Lyndale door style in Peppercorn, topped with DuPont Zodiaq in Toasted Almond. A Northland prep sink with Evoke faucet from Kohler is included.

The round banquette in the center of the kitchen provides a gathering space for the family. Drawers and cubbies in each end hold files, games and wine bottles.

The mudroom area is a multi-purpose space that incorporates a recycling center and family management items. Venecia by KraftMaid pull-out cleaning closet cabinets from the Lustra collection in the Capri door style in Cherry Satin finish act as mudroom lockers for each member of the family.

In the pantry, KraftMaid maple cabinets in Huntington door style in Canvas are complemented by Corian countertops in Burled Beach. Sub-Zero refrigerator drawers provide beverage and snack storage.