COOK LIKE A PRO Home Appliances
Hisense’s built-in Hi8 BlackLine oven 24
She adds that aesthetics and integration are just as important as performance. “Modern appliances need to blend seamlessly into the kitchen. Our KitchenFit range ensures appliances slot perfectly into cabinetry, delivering a streamlined, premium look that homeowners now expect as standard.” Smart connectivity is also a key driver of innovation. “More households are building connected ecosystems where appliances communicate and can be controlled remotely. The ConnectLife app lets users manage cooking timings and monitor energy use, transforming how they interact with the kitchen,” Ms Blanchfield notes. Consumer habits have changed, too. “With hybrid working and more time at home, people are experimenting in the kitchen and enjoying the satisfaction of preparing meals from scratch. Cooking has become a form of self-care, creativity, and family connection,” she says. Hisense’s latest appliances reflect these trends, combining smart controls, multifunctional cooking modes, and integrated food probes. “Our Hi8 BlackLine oven, for instance, allows users to preheat, monitor, and adjust cooking remotely, while multiphase settings ensure perfect results without constant supervision,” she adds. On supporting retailers, Ms Blanchfield emphasises: “Creating engaging in-store displays and demonstrations helps customers see, touch, and interact with appliances, turning browsing into a hands-on experience. Our training programmes ensure retail staff can confidently explain features, helping consumers make informed choices and experience the full benefits of modern home cooking.” Elsewhere, Dan Young, Cooking Category Manager at Miele GB, observes that kitchens are now multifunctional, wellness-driven spaces
where aesthetics, technology, and performance converge. “Consumers want appliances that make cooking easier, more efficient, and more enjoyable,” he says, “with smart connectivity and precision at the heart of the kitchen.” Miele’s AI- powered ovens, induction hobs, and other smart products are designed to deliver professional-level results while complementing a modern home. Home cooking has become a way to slow down, connect with others, and take pleasure in everyday activities. Miele’s latest innovations bring together precision, connectivity, and design to meet these needs. Built-in ovens
“Connectivity has become a fundamental driver of modern cooking culture rather than a luxury feature,” he says. Samsung’s SmartThings ecosystem and Bespoke AI appliances streamline the cooking process, allowing consumers to control multiple devices, monitor progress remotely, and receive alerts in real time.
The Series 7 Bespoke AI Oven recognises
ingredients, suggests settings, and monitors cooking via a built-in camera. Dual Cook Steam technology allows users to cook multiple dishes simultaneously, while the handle-less
Miele’s new KM 8000 hob
with FoodView use AI and a camera to identify ingredients and adjust settings automatically, while the upcoming KM8000 induction hob and M Sense Cookware will integrate with the Miele app to guide users through recipes step by step. Mr Young emphasises that such technology also helps reduce food waste by ensuring consistent cooking results. For retailers, hands-on demonstrations are key.
Mr Young encourages stores to create interactive displays that showcase automatic cooking programmes and app connectivity, while Miele provides comprehensive training and access to Experience Centres to ensure retail teams can convey product benefits with confidence.
Smart Kitchens for Modern Living Dan Barfield, Director of Digital Appliances at Samsung UK and Ireland, highlights the evolution of kitchens from purely functional spaces into experience-led environments.
exterior complements the trend for integrated kitchen design. The Bespoke AI Dishwasher automatically adapts to soil levels, freeing users to spend more time on cooking and entertaining. Mr Barfield stresses that independent
retailers can bring these benefits to life through experience-focused showrooms, demonstrations, and immersive storytelling that illustrates how Samsung’s connected technology fits seamlessly into everyday life. Samsung supports retailers with training and engagement initiatives including hands-on in-store sessions, virtual learning, and the Samsung Academy platform. Mr Barfield explains, “When retail colleagues understand not just how Samsung appliances work but why they matter, they can turn curiosity into excitement—and excitement into sales.”
Samsung’s Dual Cook built-in electric oven
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