Toast by Adam Wendel Finally Gives the Appliance a Facelift
Amelia Roblin — September 6, 2011 — Art & Design
References: adamwendel & yankodesign
Most toasters have changed little in the past couple of decades, despite many areas in which the standard appliance can be improved. Toast by Adam Wendel is a captivating reinvention of the kitchen contraption which enhances its versatility and efficiency of use.
First of all, instead of using hot coils to brown the bread, this concept suggests their replacement with ceramic plates. With this adjustment, both sides of each slice are given an even crispiness from core to crust. Additionally, while the mechanism seems to be a two-piece heater, it does incorporate a removable central panel which widens the slot for bagels, croissants and perhaps even sandwiches.
Toast by Adam Wendel has an elliptical cross-section that conveniently guides crums down to a concentrated base. The sleek culinary accessory also has a slide-out FOLED glass interface that can act as a cover when the apparatus is not in use.
First of all, instead of using hot coils to brown the bread, this concept suggests their replacement with ceramic plates. With this adjustment, both sides of each slice are given an even crispiness from core to crust. Additionally, while the mechanism seems to be a two-piece heater, it does incorporate a removable central panel which widens the slot for bagels, croissants and perhaps even sandwiches.
Toast by Adam Wendel has an elliptical cross-section that conveniently guides crums down to a concentrated base. The sleek culinary accessory also has a slide-out FOLED glass interface that can act as a cover when the apparatus is not in use.
Trend Themes
1. Ceramic Plate Toasting - The use of ceramic plates instead of hot coils in toasters provides an opportunity for enhanced evenness and crispiness in toasting bread.
2. Widened Slot Design - The inclusion of a removable central panel widens the slot in toasters, allowing for the toasting of bagels, croissants, and sandwiches.
3. FOLED Glass Interface - The incorporation of a slide-out FOLED glass interface in toasters offers a sleek and versatile accessory for the kitchen.
Industry Implications
1. Kitchen Appliances - The introduction of ceramic plate toasting and widened slot designs presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the kitchen appliance industry.
2. Bakery - Bakeries can benefit from the widened slot design in toasters as it allows for toasting a variety of bread-based products like bagels and croissants.
3. Smart Home - The integration of FOLED glass interfaces in toasters aligns with the smart home industry, providing users with a sleek and interactive kitchen accessory.
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