When it comes to product development, even the most seasoned designer cannot rival the first-hand experience of the end user. So in the realm of appliances, who better to turn to than the world’s most exacting professionals: chefs? For Gaggenau, an ongoing dialogue with the culinary industry’s brightest minds has shaped a world-class portfolio of kitchen appliances, introducing professional-grade standards and accuracy into the home. From ovens that bring state-of-the-art steam cooking to residential settings to cooktops designed for absolute control, every detail reflects the rigour and creativity of the chefs who inspire them.

Founded more than 340 years ago, the German heritage brand has established a reputation for engineering precision and innovation. What began as a humble metalworks grew to manufacture appliances in the early 20th century, eventually pioneering built-in appliances in the mid-century and revolutionizing the design of modern kitchens. The Bauhaus influences of that time are reflected in Gaggenau’s logo, which endures today as a symbol of the company’s “form follows function” ethos.

The company’s professional-grade cooktops are considered down to the details, from intuitive controls to powerful downdraft ventilation.

Today, Gaggenau continues to push the boundaries, launching refrigerators outfitted with cutting-edge cooling technology and ranges with next-generation digital interfaces. But through the years, the company has remained uncompromising in its commitment to artisanal craft. “We do things a certain way, not to impress or differentiate but because that is what is required to achieve perfection,” explains Gaggenau’s head of design, Sven Baacke.

Many of the company’s appliances are still assembled by hand and meticulously examined by an expert craftsperson at every stage of production. The result is unparalleled quality that must be experienced first-hand (including at showrooms across Canada, in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver).

At Gaggenau’s Montreal showroom, a team of appliance experts offers custom consultations in an elevated setting.

Gaggenau recognizes that, much like the iterative process of perfecting a recipe, appliance design is both a science and an art. The company’s values of craftsmanship, heritage and performance are expressed through products that are intuitive to use and timeless in form and design. With a suite of refined, clean-lined appliances that blend seamlessly into contemporary interiors, Gaggenau conceives of its products as an extension of architecture, redefining the kitchen as not just a workspace but a hub of gastronomy and design.

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