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Fisher & Paykel's Minimal Style Kitchen Appliances Emphasize Visual Calm and Formal Rigour

architecture-design · 2026-08-14

Founded in 1934, Fisher & Paykel, a New Zealand appliance manufacturer, has introduced its Minimal Style kitchen collection, which is part of a luxurious lineup that also features Contemporary and Professional designs. This new collection showcases ovens without handles or dials, flush-mounted cooktops, and appliances crafted with dark glass and smooth surfaces, promoting a serene aesthetic. It was unveiled at EuroCucina during Milan design week in 2026. The offerings include steam assist, combination steam, and convection ovens, as well as warming drawers and built-in coffee machines. High-resolution touchscreen interfaces, voice activation, and SmartHQ integration are standard in these appliances. Adam Moody highlighted the innovations in materials and precision in manufacturing.

Key facts

  • Fisher & Paykel launched the Minimal Style kitchen line at EuroCucina during Milan design week 2026.
  • The Minimal Style range is one of three design styles in Fisher & Paykel's luxury range, alongside Contemporary and Professional.
  • The Minimal Style appliances are designed with dark glass and seamless surfaces to create visual calm and formal rigour.
  • The range includes handle- and dial-free ovens and flush-fitting cooktops.
  • The appliances are available in black or grey glass and feature flush installation with two-millimetre perimeter gaps.
  • The range includes steam assist, combination steam, and convection ovens in 60- and 76-centimetre formats.
  • The appliances feature touchscreen displays, voice control, and integration with the SmartHQ platform.
  • Adam Moody is the head of industrial design (cooking) at Fisher & Paykel.
  • Fisher & Paykel was founded in New Zealand in 1934.

Entities

Artists

  • Adam Moody

Institutions

  • Fisher & Paykel
  • Dezeen
  • EuroCucina

Locations

  • New Zealand
  • Milan
  • Italy

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