TECH THOUGHTS

Markus Miele on how technology is likely to change the way we interact with our kitchens:

“Wireless technology will be a big trend. Our focus is on how to incorporate it into our designs so it can benefit the user.”

“Smart kitchens of the future need to be able to help home cooks to achieve cooking standards similar to those of professional chefs. In addition, smart kitchens should allow users to connect with other users as well. This means being able to exchange information and recipes when cooking.”

“A high-tech interface needs to be easy enough for anyone to use. In the same way that drivers don’t need to know the technical details of an engine in order to drive a car, kitchen users shouldn’t have to grapple with the technology to use their kitchen appliances. That’s the level of convenience we aim to provide our customers.”

MOVING INTO THE DIGITAL AGE

Another point Miele asserted during Eurocucina was its determination to keep its appliances relevant to modern users through the inclusion of wireless technology. The G 6000 Ecoflex dishwashers are equipped with WLAN connectivity, so that they can be monitored and controlled with a smartphone or tablet using the Miele@mobile app. Furthermore, the Shopconn@ct function, once activated, automatically reminds users when tablets, rinse aids or reactivation salts need replenishing. From there, convenient reordering through the webshop is only a few clicks away. However, it was Miele’s off-site presentation in Zona Tortona during Milan Design Week that really demonstrated the brand’s commitment to research and development. The Invisible Kitchen showcase comprises a real-time cooking demonstration of a three-course meal around a digital cooking counter where intuitive technology meets timeless design.