Best Retro Fridge Freezer
Retro fridge freezers add a retro look to modern kitchens, and the boldness of country kitchens. They're available in a wide selection of styles and colours.
This model tall from Bush oozes coolness with a choice of black or red. Its capacity for use is a wholesome 281 litres, with a salad drawer, which is designed to accommodate greens, four shelves of safety glass, and a chrome wine rack.
Smeg
The word Smeg (pronounced SMEG) conjures images of an Italian holiday, where you sip negronis in a historic terrazza with exquisite cheese and stone fruits. The luxury appliance brand Smeg can bring the Italian design to your home at a cost less than a vacation. Smeg's sleek and vibrant colors and designs will add personality to any space.
The company's roots go back to the 1940s when Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works began manufacturing enamelled steel domestic appliances. The company's success increased in the 1960s, with the introduction of the "Elisabeth" gas cooker and the "Niagara" dishwasher that introduced larger capacity wash capabilities. In the same time, the company began producing ovens and hobs with built-in stoves. Franco Maria Ricci, one of Italy's most famous publishers and graphic designers who invented the iconic Smeg logo, which incorporates burners from gas hobs, as well as round knobs from ovens.
fridge freezer retro continued to be a hit throughout the 1970s. They offered a broad range of electrical appliances, including microwave ovens, washing machines and refrigerators. In 1984, architect Guido Canali conceived the Classic collection for Smeg, a vital collection of compact volumes that has sleek lines that are easily recognized by its timeless design and displayed at MoMA.
Smeg has continued to innovate and collaborate with other companies. The brand launched a line of appliances dubbed 'Vitality'' which offers healthy cooking and preservation methods including sous vide vacuum drawers and blast chillers. It also launched the 'Connect' system, which lets users control appliances via a smartphone or tablet.
Smeg's fridge freezers are no exception to its retro-inspired design and models are available in a range of striking colours. Hisense Bordeaux Red, for instance, would bring a splash of color to any kitchen. With a generous capacity of 210 litres and a 60/40 split, this fridge-freezer offers plenty of room for all of your grocery shopping. Its features include an area for salads that is geared towards fresh greens as well as four adjustable shelves. The interior of the freezer compartment is made of stainless steel and comes with chrome handles. It also has an anti-frost feature. It comes with a two-year warranty on labour and parts.
Swan
Swan creates attractive retro-inspired kitchen equipment at less than comparable style. The refrigerator freezer comes with a striking red finish as well as chrome handles. The capacity of 300 litres is divided 60/40, which means there's plenty of space for frozen meals and leftovers. It has 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. And the fridge side has an area for salads to keep your greens fresh and plenty of room for drinks thanks to a large door shelf.
Although it's not as sleek as some of the other models in our roundup however, this Swan refrigerator freezer has a classic design that will suit a wide range of kitchen styles. It's a great fit for kitchens with wooden cabinets or those who want to add a retro flair to their modern kitchen. And it's easy to clean, too!
Big Chill
Big Chill, launched in the US in 2003, was created by uncle and nephew team Thom Vernon, who wanted a fridge that made a statement, but didn't hide behind cabinets. They decided to channel 1950s-era styles with cast metal bodies and chrome trim, and then added pivoting handles for extra retro appeal. The result is a freestanding refrigerator that has become a favorite of celebs with Drew Barrymore, Scarlett Johansson and Blake Lively among its fans.
The brand's fridge freezers are available in a variety of striking colors and you can select a custom colour for an additional $400. The Big Chill model we tested was a deep Bordeaux Red, and it's an absolute attention-grabbing piece. The fridge and freezer are separated by a partition, with the freezer on top. This will help you prioritize frozen food items if you're prone to impulse shopping.
There's also a salad drawer to prioritize fresh greens, along with four shelves that are adjustable and a wine rack that is integrated. The Big Chill fridge-freezer has a retro exterior, but has a contemporary A+ energy efficiency rating and automatic defrost.
The Big Chill refrigerator isn't small. It's got an impressive 20.5 cubic feet of space. This is more than double the size of a 2-door Smeg. It's also available in a dazzling array of bold shades and comes with a plethora of other colors on offer for a fee.
The Big Chill is featured in several Ben 10 episodes including Deep, Greetings from Techadon and Tabloid Trouble. It battled Ultimate Aggregor and frozen a few Zarcovian Soldiers, then changed 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 major household appliances that was founded in 1950. Its products are made at the central facility in Velenje and other locations across Slovenia, Serbia, the Czech Republic, and Sweden. Initially, the company focused on ceramics, kitchen and bathroom furniture, and by the 1970s it was expanding into appliances such as ovens and refrigerators. It also makes washers, ovens, and dishwashers. The company's product range also includes televisions and telecommunications equipment.
The FAB50 model by Gorenje is the largest Gorenje retro fridge freezer to date, standing 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 as well as a sound warning that informs you if the door is left open. Chrome handles give this refrigerator a sleek look.
Despite some reviews that have complained about the FAB50's inconsistency in cooling, users tend to give it high marks. This Gorenje refrigerator freezer is available in several different colors, including robin egg blue and pastel green and is a perfect choice for any kitchen with a vintage-style design.
Another option for a vintage-style fridge is the RB390N4RRDUK model from Hisense, which offers a stunning Bordeaux red color as well as sleek chrome handles. It comes with a large 300L capacity as well as 60/40 split, which gives plenty of space for frozen food items. This Hisense fridge freezer is Energy Star-certified. Its LED lighting and no-frost technology makes it easy to keep your food fresh.
Gorenje has its 83 subsidiaries, with which include 59 outside of Slovenia. The company produces a vast variety of ceramics as well as appliances for the home, and also provides services in the fields of energy and ecology, as well as trade. Its brands are available in more than 90 countries, mostly in Europe. The company has a strong partnership with Swarovski, and has a partnership with Italian design firm 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.