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Not Your Mother’s Kitchen: Kitchens of the Future

February 26, 2011 Leave a comment

They say the kitchen is the heart of the home. So how can a concept of the kitchen turn into a more fun and  interactive place for family and friends to get together rather than having one or two members of the family slaving away in the kitchen to a cook meal for the whole family? Below are some examples of different kitchens designed for just the purpose. Kitchen1
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Designed by Hieu Tranngoc and Hao Tran from Vietnam which drew inspiration from the shape of an apple tree with fruits hanging from its large branches. It incorporates a closet, a small fridge, an electric cooker, and the microwave oven the two large fruits hanging from the two branches. Additionally, there is provision for mounting an LCD monitor if you are into browsing while you cook.

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A kitchen that looks like a small section of a greenhouse, however when you take a closer look reveals a cleverly hidden stove, cooking surface, and a sink.

Kitchen 5
Perfect for those in a small apartment or loft and need to save as much space as possible.

Check out more futuristic kitchen designs here!

Cool Kitchen Smarthome Products

simplehuman Kitchen Sensor Soap Pump, Brushed Nickel

simplehuman Kitchen Sensor Soap Pump, Brushed Nickel

Item# 91183N

Joseph Joseph KITS0100CB 6-Piece Kitchen Set

Joseph Joseph KITS0100CB 6-Piece Kitchen Set

Item# 91555

Koolatron/Lentek IO13G Ionic Sponge Deodorizer

Koolatron/Lentek IO13G Ionic Sponge Deodorizer

Item# 61709

Control a Your Projector Screen From the Convenience of a Wall Switch

February 26, 2011 Leave a comment

Draper 121171 ILT Single Station Wall Switch

Draper 121171 ILT Single Station Wall Switch

Item# 80984

Price: Normally $53.00
Hot Deal $45.99

The Draper 121171 ILT Single Station Wall Switch is a 3-button wall switch which controls an Intelligent Motor. Once the motor is connected then limits can be set and the screen can be operated. It features three buttons for “up”, “stop”, and “down” control. It is supplied with a 25’ RJ9 data cable. It also features 4 quick connect terminals to connect your own four conductor wire. The ILT switch is necessary to set/adjust the motor limits and is supplied with the screen. Additional ILT switches can be added to the screen in parallel. The ILT Wall Switch can only be used with Intelligent (ILT) Motors.

  • 3-button control – up, down and stop
  • Includes 25′ RJ9 cable
  • 4 quick connect terminals
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    *Since we strive to provide you with the lowest prices, prices are subject to change.

    Control a Motorized Screen with the Convenience of a Hand Held Remote

    February 26, 2011 Leave a comment

    Draper 121169 ILT IR Transmitter and Receiver

    Draper 121169 ILT IR Transmitter and Receiver

    Item# 80983

    Price: Normally $98.00
    Hot Deal $80.99

    The Draper 121169 ILT IR Transmitter and Receiver is an Infrared (IR) transmitter and receiver. It has 3-button operation for instant access to “up”, “down”, and “stop” functions. Fully compatible with “learnable” IR master control systems. The IR receiver plugs into the terminal block in the screen housing. The ILT IR Transmitter and Receiver can only be used with Intelligent (ILT) Motors.

  • 3-button control – up, down and stop
  • Plugs into screen housing
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    *Since we strive to provide you with the lowest prices, prices are subject to change.

    Easily Distribute Fertilizer Using Your Drip System

    February 25, 2011 Leave a comment

    DIG Irrigation A201B Filter/Fertilizer Applicator with Back-Flow Preventer

    DIG Irrigation A201B Filter/Fertilizer Applicator with Back-Flow Preventer

    Item# 31328

    Price: Normally $13.00
    Hot Deal $10.94

    The DIG Irrigation A201B applies fertilizer directly through your irrigation system, helping keep your garden green without extra hassle. The DIG filter/fertilizer applicator features a back-flow device to keep incoming water clean and prevent fertilizer from backing up into your home’s plumbing. It will accommodate up to four spoonfuls of any water-soluble fertilizer at one time.

    The only maintenance required is rinsing the screen with fresh water after each use to keep the filter/fertilizer applicator clean.

  • Adds water-soluble fertilizers directly to your irrigation system
  • Backflow preventer keeps chmicals from getting into your home’s plumbing
  • Holds up to four spoonfuls or fertilizer
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    *Since we strive to provide you with the lowest prices, prices are subject to change.

    Use a Standard Sprinkler Riser to Supply Your Drip System

    February 25, 2011 Leave a comment

    DIG Irrigation A6 6 GPH Retrofit Drip Head with 1/2″ Female Pipe Thread

    DIG Irrigation A6 6 GPH Retrofit Drip Head with 1/2

    Item# 31332

    Price: Normally $5.04
    Hot Deal $3.78

    Need more control over the distribution of your drip watering? The DIG Irrigation A6 quickly and easily converts an existing 1/2″ sprinkler riser to a 6-outlet, high flow, pressure compensating (PC) drip system. The flow rate of the A6 is 6 GPH per outlet at any pressure between 10 and 50 PSI.

  • 6 drip heads from one 1/2″ sprinkler riser
  • 6 GPH flow
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    *Since we strive to provide you with the lowest prices, prices are subject to change.

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