Dream kitchen of the future is green, survey finds. Ikea's vision of the kitchen of the future where the garden is brought inside, allowing us to grow our own food and become more self-sufficient It is likely to boast the kind of advanced technology seen in Star Trek voyages; but new research into what consumers expect from their dream kitchen in 30 years' time also indicates a strong desire for a "return to nature".
New research carried out by the retailer Ikea into consumers' "must-have" features in their 2040 kitchen reveals that the room will remain the hub of the family. But householders in the UK and Ireland also say they want a kitchen with built-in energy efficiency that is inherently a "green" space in which the garden and kitchen merge, allowing food to be grown in both areas. Consumers also say they want reclaimed and recycled materials as standard for their kitchen products. Tuvie – Industrial Design and Future Technology. Electrolux Design Lab 2012 has announced its top 30 finalists from over 20 countries. Be inspired by these talented industrial designers’ works where each concept represents the philosophy of Electrolux that creating home appliances that stimulate, engage and enlighten all of our senses. On October 25, 2012, 10 finalists will be invited to join the final event held in Milan Italy where they have to present their concept in front of the jury of design experts.
Here are 10 finalists of Electrolux Design Lab 2012 in random order, you can click here to view the rest of the designs. 1. Cruet Salt and Pepper by Harry Hale This concept is a unique salt and pepper shaker that increases social interaction between you and your guests at dinner table.