Integration Refrigeration: The New Way Forward

Since the humble inception of domestic home refrigeration back in 1913, now in 2020 the focus for this staple appliance is on seamless integration. Once considered a luxury upgrade, integration refrigeration has become the new standard for quality builds. When done well, integration between appliance and cabinetry seeks to achieve a seamless design line and deliver a sense of spaciousness. With many quality options available in the market to suit a range of budgets from brands like Miele, Gaggenau, ILVE, Bosch, Siemens and AEG, there are two key players in this space that are on our radar, and should be on yours – Liebherr and Fisher & Paykel.

Described as a ‘towering achievement in cooling technology’, Liebherr’s Monolith range sets the benchmark for luxury refrigeration integration. Standing at an impressive 84” (213cm) top to bottom, the German engineered separate refrigerator and freezer units take the concept of food preservation to a whole new level.

Having heavily invested in design to ensure Monolith delivers the ultimate user experience, the range is fitted out with all the right features and more. From the incorporation of signature InfinitySwipe interior operation touchscreen, to its high-performance PowerCooling system which enables rapid cool down and freeze capabilities, the unit ensures even temperature is maintained throughout the interior – doors included. The BioFresh function allows for independent climate control to be achieved within the draws. When paired with the Monolith’s SmartDeviceBox, you can activate these settings and features on the go via a smartphone or tablet.

The high end features don’t end there, expect seamless interior LED lighting that can be fine-tuned according to user’s preference, and an activated charcoal filtering system that works to eliminate odours and purify incoming air. All achieved with whisper quiet operation. With various size configurations available, each are fitted with door hinges that can support weights up to 35kg (depending on unit size selected). Good to note, as this ensures ultimate décor design freedom with cabinetry integration. The Monolith range effortlessly fuses technical advancements with practicality, for a superior appliance experience, ensuring the product stands out for all the right reasons.

The other key brand continuing to impress us with product development and design in the refrigeration integration space is Fisher & Paykel. Their latest offering referred to as next generation, is just that. From the Integrated Column, to their single compact CoolDrawer™, what has us excited is the design freedom these units offer.

The Column, able to be installed side by side or separately, is fully customisable to achieve a flush fit design. Offering LED interior lighting and variable temperature zones, the Column can be independently adjusted from a range of modes including pantry, fridge, chill, freezer, soft freeze, deep freeze for the ultimate in food storage flexibility.

Should you find yourself tight for cabinetry space however, the CoolDrawer™ is a solution. Convenient and compact, this pull out refrigeration draw offers signature temperature setting modes similar to the Column like fridge, freezer, pantry, chill, with the inclusion of a wine mode – perfect for the entertainer. This clever draw can be used singularly or as multiples side by side. Furthermore, what we like about the CoolDrawer™ is the suitability for application beyond just the kitchen. We see it as a strong point of difference for the home office or an entertaining area. Fisher & Paykel’s dedication to quality, thoughtful design and functionality, are certainly impressive.

With key design focus on creating a sense of spaciousness in the kitchen, we recommend integration refrigeration as the way forward. With plenty of product options to select from, there’s greater versatility and design flexibility on offer than ever before. And it’s more than just cool.

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The team at Harvey Norman Commercial Victoria are pleased to share with you our insights and expertise. With a full range of integrated fridges on display in our new state-of-the-art large format Selection Centre in Port Melbourne, we offer our clients the opportunity to see, touch and compare products in one place.

To make an appointment to visit our trade-only Selection Centre in Port Melbourne, contact our office on 03 8530 6300 or alternatively email our team via vic.commercial@au.harveynorman.com

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