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Retro fridge freezers add bold style to country kitchens and a retro fridge freezer sale flair to modern kitchens. They’re available in a wide variety of colors and styles.
This tall model by Bush is available in red or black. Its capacity is a healthy 281 litres, with a salad drawer which prioritises greens, as well as four shelves of safety glass, and the chrome wine rack.
Smeg
The word Smeg, which is pronounced SMEG brings to mind images of an Italian holiday. Imagine sipping negronis on a historic terrazza while enjoying fine cheeses and stone fruit. While this dream vacation is not likely to become an actual reality, the upscale appliance brand can bring the Italian style to your kitchen at a price just a little less than the cost of a trip to Sicily. Smeg’s modern, vibrant colors and designs will add personality to any space.
The company’s origins trace back to the 1940s, when Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works began producing enamelled steel household appliances. The company’s popularity grew in the 1960s with the introduction of the “Elisabeth” gas cooker as well as the “Niagara” dishwasher, which introduced larger capacity wash capabilities. This period also saw the company start producing ovens and hobs that were built-in. Franco Maria Ricci, one of Italy’s most prominent graphic designers and publishers, designed the recognizable Smeg logo that incorporates burners from gas hobs, as well as round knobs from ovens.
The company’s success grew throughout the 1970s with a broad range 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 sleek lines that are easily recognized by its timeless style and showcased at MoMA.
Smeg has continued to innovate and collaborate with other companies. The brand introduced the “Vitality” line of appliances that offer healthy cooking and preservation methods, such as steam ovens and sous vide vacuum drawers, and blast chillers. The brand also introduced its ‘Connect’ system for control of appliances through a smartphone or tablet.
Smeg’s fridge freezers make no exception to its retro-inspired design, with models that are available in a variety of striking colors. The Hisense Bordeaux Red model, for example, would add a splash of color to any kitchen. This fridge-freezer is spacious enough to hold all your groceries. It comes with a large capacity of 210 litres, and a 60/40 split. The fridge-freezer features an area for salads and fresh greens, as well as four shelves that can be adjusted. The freezer compartment comes with an anti-frost feature and the interior is made of stainless steel with chrome handles. It comes with a two-year warranty on labour and parts.
Swan
Swan offers stylish retro fridge freezer 50/50-inspired kitchen equipment for cheaper than similar style. The refrigerator freezer is adorned with a striking red finish and chrome handles. It is designed to hold a lot of groceries and food items, the 300 litre capacity comes with 60/40 split, which means there’s plenty of room for leftovers and frozen meals. It comes with adjustable shelves, no-frost technology and LED lighting inside.
The freezer section focuses on fresh food over snacks. There’s plenty of space for everything from bags frozen vegetables to ice cream. And the fridge side has an area for salads to keep your greens in good condition and plenty of space for drinks thanks to a large door shelf.
This Swan fridge freezer is not as stylish as the models featured in our roundup however it does have an elegant design that can work with many kitchen styles. It’s the perfect match to a country kitchen that has wooden cabinets or for those looking to add a little retro style fridge freezers appeal to a modern kitchen. It’s also easy to clean!
Big Chill
The brand was launched in the US back in 2003, Big Chill was founded by the uncle-and-nephew duo of Thom Vernon and Orion Creamer, who wanted to make a standout fridge that wasn’t hidden behind cabinetry. The team chose to emulate 1950s designs with a stamped metal body, chrome trim and pivoting handles. The result is an impressive freestanding refrigerator that has become a favourite among celebrities, including Drew Barrymore and Scarlett Johansson.
The brand’s fridge freezers are available in a palette of striking colors, and you can even 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 is located in the upper part of the fridge, separated by an divider. This should help you prioritize frozen foods in the event that your shopping trips are fast-paced.
The integrated wine rack and four adjustable shelves are also included. Despite its vintage exterior, the Big Chill fridge freezer has an unmistakably modern A+ energy efficiency class as well as automatic defrost.
The Big Chill fridge isn’t small, it’s also the size of 20.5 cubic feet of space which is more than double that of the Smeg two-door model. It’s available in an array of vibrant colors, and dozens more are available for a low cost.
The Big Chill can be seen in a variety of Ben 10 episodes including Deep, Greetings from Techadon and Tabloid Trouble. It battled Ultimate Aggregor and frozen several Zarcovian Soldiers, then switched into Goop to rescue Piscciss Volanns. It also appeared in Above and Beyond where it fought the undead Kraab.
Gorenje
Gorenje is an Slovenian brand of household appliances that was founded in 1950. The company’s products are manufactured at its central facility in Velenje and other sites throughout Slovenia and Serbia and the Czech Republic and Sweden. The company was initially was focused on producing ceramics and bathroom and kitchen furniture however, by the 1970s, it had expanded to manufacture appliances like washing machines, ovens, and refrigerators. The product line of the company includes telecommunications devices and televisions.
The FAB50 is by far the largest retro fridge freezer ever created by Gorenje. It stands six feet high and offers 19.3 cubic feet of space in both the refrigerator and freezer. The Energy Star-certified refrigerator comes with adjustable shelves, internal LED lighting, a no frost system and a sound alarm that lets you if the door is left open. Chrome handles provide this refrigerator with an elegant look.
While some reviewers have mentioned that the FAB50’s cooling capability isn’t always consistent, the majority of the people who have used it rate it highly. The Gorenje fridge freezer comes in a variety of colors that include pastel green and robin’s eggs blue. It’s perfect for vintage-style kitchens.
Another alternative for a retro-style fridge is the Hisense RB390N4RRDUK model, that comes with a stunning Bordeaux red color as well as sleek chrome handles. It is a huge capacity of 300L and a 60/40 split which provides ample space for frozen food items. This Hisense refrigerator freezer is also Energy Star certified, and its LED lights and no-frost feature makes it easy to ensure that your food is fresh.
Gorenje has its 83 subsidiaries, with 59 of them located outside of Slovenia. The company produces a wide variety of ceramics as well as appliances for homes, and offers services in energy, ecology and trade. Its brands are represented in more than 90 countries, with the majority in Europe. The company has a strong partnership with Swarovski, and has a partnership with Italian design firm Pininfarina. It also supports the Slovenian Nordic Ski Teams as well as the Gorenje Handball Club. It is an affiliate of the European Household Goods Manufacturers’ Association and has a corporate social responsibility program.