From machines that make it easier to enjoy cold-pressed juice to rice cookers that can be controlled remotely, the May 2016 kitchen trends reveal a clear demand for appliances that are quick and easy to use. Indeed, as consumers have increasingly less time to prepare meals, smart technology is needed to make home cooking more efficient.
One of the biggest changes to kitchen appliances is the addition of IoT capabilities. This technology leverages the power of the Internet to create kitchen devices that can build shopping lists, look up recipes and even deliver step-by-step cooking instructions. Some of the most popular devices equipped with this kind of technology include fridges, rice cookers and toaster ovens.
In keeping with the shift towards smart appliances, the May 2016 kitchen trends also reveal a demand for efficient drink dispensers that go beyond single-serve coffee makers. For example, Juicero has created an ultra-efficient appliance that cold presses juice out of prepared packages. Similarly, the Somm helps users pour the perfect glass of wine from specially designed pods called sylos. Both of these devices demonstrate the demand for high-tech machines that improve the way consumers prepare drinks at home.
Top 45 Kitchen Ideas in May
From Cold Pressed Juice Packs to Smartphone-Controlled Rice Cookers:
Katherine Pendrill — May 21, 2016 — Art & Design
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Modular Kitchen Utensils
The Knife and Spatula Set by Juan Restrepo Features Ebony and Wood
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Asian Dessert Appliances
The Cucina Pro Bubble Waffle Maker Creates Delicious Fluffy Treats
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Portable Induction Hobs
IKEA's New TILLREDA Induction Hob is Made for Small Living Spaces
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One-Handed Cutting Boards
Sichen Sun Designs a Kitchen Necessity for Disabled Individuals
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Meat-Tenderizing Veggie Holders
The YIJIA Vegetable and Potato Cutter Keeps Produce in Place
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Creative Breakfast Bread Cutters
The 'Bready Made' Bread Cutters Transform Food into Characters
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Cold Pressed Juice Packs
Juicero's Smart Kitchen Appliances Include a Keurig-Like Juicer Device
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Scientific Coffee Brewers
The Science Coffee Pour Over Stand Boasts a Futuristic Design
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Hand-Painted Designer Fridges
The Frigoifero D’arte is Refrigerator Covered in Sicilian Artwork
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Modular Small Space Kitchens
The 'Kitch'T' Linear Kitchen Makes the Most of Small Living Quarters
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Adaptable Coffee Brewers
The Yama Silverton Coffee Dripper Can Make Hot or Cold Brew Coffee
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Food-Separating Frying Pans
The de Buyer Blini Pan Makes Mini Pancakes and Much More
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Freshness-Increasing Herb Holders
The NOVART Fresh Herb Container Increases Freshness Twofold
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Retractable Sink Designs
The Offmat Kitchen Sink Blends into The Counter and Opens Using Gestures
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Tomato-Growing Kits
Back to the Roots' Organic Self-Watering Planter Simplifies At-Home Gardening
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Speedy Cold Brew Machines
The 'Pique' is a Coffee Machine That Makes Cold Brew is Under 10 Minutes
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Precision Cooking Appliances
The Breville x Polyscience Control Freak Induction Cooktop is Fast
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Playfully Printed Dinnerware
The 'Chil-Dish Project' Has Kids Create 3D-Printed Designs and Dishes
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Miniaturized Mixing Appliances
The KitchenAid Artisan Mini Stand Mixer is for Smaller Kitchens
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Multipurpose Electric Grills
The Hamilton Beach 'MultiGrill' Indoor Grill Converts in Seconds
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Compact Drinking Water Purifiers
The Magic 'Slim Sculpture' Purifier Features a Tankless Design
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Cold-Press Consumer Juicers
The Tribest 'Greenstar Elite' Juice Extractor Promises Fresh Results
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Spherical Food Breakfast Makers
The Flip-Over Takoyaki Maker Prepares Bite-Sized Breakfast Meals
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Capsule Tortilla Makers
The Flatev Appliance Creates Bread Instantly Using Dough Pods
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Futuristic Connected Fridges
Home Appliances are Ripe for IoT Technology to Streamline Chores
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Chopping Steel Spatulas
The Machete Spatula Flips Burgers, Cuts and Opens Bottles
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At-Home Wine Dispensers
The Somm Wine Dispenser Learns the Palate of Each User
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Taco Kitchen Kits
The Taco Serving Dishes and Holders Kit Streamlines Taco Night
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Draining Sink Baskets
The Aqua Sink Drainer is a Drying Rack that Unloads Excess Dish Water
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Infrared Cooking BBQs
The NEWSWAN Electric Smokeless Grill Can be Used Indoors or Out
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Natural Bristle-Free Grill Cleaners
The Leprekald Wooden Grill Scraper is Coated with Olive Oil
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Ceramic Coffee Roasters
The Horoku Coffee Pots Offer a Japanese Technique for Brewing Beans
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Damage-Thwarting Frying Pans
The All-Clad d3 Armor Fry Pans Don't Feature Non-Stick Coatings
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Spill-Proof Pint Glasses
The Mighty Pint Glassware Include Smartgrip to Prevent Toppling
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IoT-Integrated Multi-Cookers
'GKM9000' by Gourmia Enhances Cooking with Wi-Fi Connectivity
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Travel Cup Coffee Makers
The KitchenAid Automatic Coffee Maker Can Have Java Ready to Go
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Food-Sensing Ovens
The 'June' Counter Oven Detects Foods and Cooks Accordingly
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Single-Serve Blenders
The Mini WildSide Jar from Blendtec is Ideal for Smaller Blends
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Twisted Produce Peelers
The Sfrido Peeler Offers Seamless Cutting With a Ribbon-Like Shape
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Fat-Cutting Food Fryers
The Salter Air Fryer is a Healthier Alternative to a Classic Deep Fryer
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Automated Smoothie Makers
The Smoothie Smart Blender Automatically Blends the Perfect Drink
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Smartphone-Controlled Rice Cookers
This Smart Rice Cooker Can Be Controlled Remotely
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Authentic Spanish Meat Holders
This Solid Wood Jamonero Makes Carving Meat More Secure
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Smart Toaster Ovens
Appliance Brand June Creates an Oven that Guesses the Food Placed In It
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Carefully Forceful Faucets
The Latest Moen Power Clean Technology Doesn't Mean More Splash
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