Best Retro Fridge Freezer
Retro fridge freezers add a retro look to contemporary kitchens and add the boldness of country kitchens. They are available in a broad selection of styles and colours.
This model tall from Bush is stylish, with a choice of black or red. It has a healthy capacity of 281 litres. It comes with an ice-cream drawer that is geared towards greens, four safety glass shelves and a chrome wine rack.
Smeg
The word Smeg (pronounced SMEG) conjures images of an Italian vacation, sipping negronis on a terrazza that is adorned with fine cheese and stone fruit. Although this dream vacation is not likely to become a reality, the luxury appliance brand can bring that Italian style to your kitchen at just a little less than a trip to Sicily. Smeg’s sleek and vivacious colors will surely add a pop of personality to any room.
The company’s origins trace back to the 1940s, when Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works began production of enamelled steel household appliances. In the 1960s, the company’s popularity increased with the introduction of “Elisabeth”, a gas cooker, and the “Niagara” dishwasher that had a larger capacity to wash. In the 1960s Smeg began to produce ovens and built-in hobs. Franco Maria Ricci is one of Italy’s most renowned graphic designers and publishers. He created the iconic Smeg Logo which features burners from gas stoves as well as round knobs on ovens.
Smeg’s popularity grew in the 1970s, with a wide assortment of electrical appliances, including microwave ovens, washing machines and refrigerators. In 1984, architect Guido Canali conceived the Classic collection for Smeg. It was a crucial collection of compact volumes sporting clean lines, recognizable multi-level side by side fridge freezer shelves its timeless design. It was exhibited at MoMA.
Since since then, Smeg has forged ahead with cutting-edge technologies and innovative collaborations. The company launched a line of appliances called ‘Vitality, which provides healthy cooking and preservation techniques, such as sous vide vacuum drawers and blast chillers. It also introduced the ‘Connect’ technology, which lets users control appliances with a smartphone or tablet.
Smeg’s fridge freezers aren’t an exception to its retro-inspired design, with models that are available in a variety of striking colours. Hisense Bordeaux Red, for instance, can bring a splash of color to any kitchen. With a capacity of 220 litres and a 60/40 split, this fridge freezer has plenty of space for the entire grocery shopping. Its features include an area for salads that is geared towards fresh greens, as well as four shelves that can be adjusted. The interior of the freezer compartment is made of stainless steel and comes with chrome handles. It also comes with an anti-frost feature. It is covered by a two-year guarantee for parts and labour.
Swan
Swan offers stylish retro-inspired kitchen equipment for cheaper than similar style. Its fridge freezer is eye-catching with a striking red finish, complemented side by side fridge freezer for open kitchens chrome handles. The 300-litre capacity is divided 60/40, so there is plenty of space for leftovers and frozen meals. It comes with adjustable shelves, no-frost technology, and LED lighting inside.
The freezer section is geared towards fresh food over snacks. There’s plenty of space for everything, from bags frozen vegetables to ice cream. The fridge’s side by side fridge freezer For food enthusiasts is equipped with a salad drawer for keeping your greens fresh and plenty of space to store drinks on the extra-large door shelf.
This Swan fridge freezer isn’t as sophisticated as some of the models in our roundup however it does have a classic look that will work with various kitchen styles. It’s the perfect fit for a rustic kitchen with wooden cabinets or for those looking to add a little retro appeal to a modern kitchen. It’s also easy to clean!
Big Chill
It was first introduced in the US in 2003, Big Chill was founded by uncle-and-nephew team Thom Vernon and Orion Creamer who wanted to create a statement fridge that wasn’t hidden behind cabinetry. They opted to channel 1950s designs with the sculpted metal body and chrome trim, and then added pivoting handles for extra retro appeal. The result is an impressive freestanding refrigerator that is an instant favorite among celebrities, including Drew Barrymore and Scarlett Johansson.
The fridge freezers of the brand are available in a range of bold colours and you can choose a custom color for an additional $400. The Big Chill model we tested was a deep Bordeaux Red, and it’s a real attention-grabber. The freezer and fridge are separated side by side fridge freezer with digital display a partition, with the freezer at the top. This will help you prioritize frozen food items if you’re susceptible to impulse shopping.
There’s also a salad drawer to make room for fresh greens, as well as four adjustable shelves and a wine rack that is integrated. Despite its old-fashioned exterior the Big Chill fridge freezer has an edgy A+ energy efficiency class, as well as automated defrost.
The Big Chill fridge isn’t small, as it comes with a generous 20.5 cubic feet of space that’s more than double that of the Smeg two-door model. It’s available in a range of vivid colors, and a plethora of more are available for a small fee.
The Big Chill is featured in a variety of Ben 10 episodes, including Deep, Greetings From Techadon, and Tabloid Trouble, where it defeated the Ultimate Aggregor and froze some Zarcovian soldiers before changing into Goop to save Piscciss Volanns. It also appeared in Above and Beyond, where it fought against the undead Kraab.
Gorenje
The Gorenje brand is a Slovenian manufacturer of household appliances, established in 1950. The company’s products are produced at its central facility in Velenje and other facilities across Slovenia and Serbia and the Czech Republic and Sweden. The company initially was primarily focused on the production of ceramics and bathroom and kitchen furnishings in the 1970s, but side by side fridge freezer for luxury kitchens that time it had expanded to manufacture appliances like washing machines, ovens, and refrigerators. Its product line also includes telecommunication devices and television sets.
The FAB50 model of Gorenje is the largest Gorenje retro refrigerator freezer to date, measuring six feet tall and offering 19.3 cubic feet of refrigerator and freezer space. This Energy Star-certified refrigerator features adjustable shelves, LED lighting, a frost-free system and a sound alarm that lets you if the door is left open. Chrome handles make this refrigerator have a sleek look.
Despite a few reviews that have complained about the FAB50’s inconsistency in cooling, the majority of users tend to give it high ratings. The Gorenje refrigerator freezer is available in a variety of colors, including pastel blue and robin egg green and is a perfect choice for any kitchen that has a an old-fashioned style.
Another alternative for a retro-style fridge is the RB390N4RRDUK model from Hisense, that comes with stunning Bordeaux red color as well as sleek chrome handles. It comes with a huge 300L capacity and 60/40 split, which gives ample space for frozen goods. This Hisense fridge freezer is also Energy Star certified, and its LED lighting and no-frost technology make it easy to keep your food fresh.
Gorenje has 83 subsidiaries, 59 of them located outside Slovenia. The company produces a broad assortment of household appliances and ceramics, and also offers services in the fields of ecology, energy, and trade. Its brands are represented in more than 90 countries, mostly in Europe. The company has a solid partnership with Swarovski and collaborates with Italian design house Pininfarina. In addition, it supports the Slovenian Nordic Ski Teams and the Gorenje handball club. It is a member of the European Household Goods Manufacturers’ Association, and has a corporate social responsibility program.