How often do architects redesign a kitchen layout because the refrigerator door continues to bump into other elements, opens the wrong way, or sticks out past the line of the counter? Not only are these bulky appliances sometimes a pain to integrate into the design of a kitchen, but they also localize all food and beverages into one place, forcing homeowners to constantly go back and forth while cooking. Thankfully, spatial optimization has permeated all aspects of urban living and has found its way into the kitchen in the shape of efficient, built-in refrigeration and preservation systems that ensure a more intuitive use of space.
U-Line, manufacturer of premium built-in modular ice making, refrigeration, and wine preservation products, provides architects with the freedom to design the kitchen around the user rather than the refrigerator. Customizable and flexible in capacity, these modular systems can be seamlessly integrated undercounter in island applications, kitchens, wet bars, offices, gyms, bathrooms, or wherever you need them most.
A company that has been around for over 50 years, U-Line has always been at the forefront of technological innovation. It patented the world’s first automatic, built-in residential ice maker and has since expanded its offering to Wine Captain® Models, Beverage Centers, Clear Ice Machines, Glass & Solid Door Refrigerators, Drawer Models, and Freezers. Their front ventilation system is engineered to circumvent the need for additional airflow. This provides flexibility in installation of units into various cabinet styles and allows architects to design with the utmost creative freedom.
Conventional refrigerators fail to meet the storage conditions necessary for different types of groceries, produce, beverages, and prepared food. U-Line’s 3000 Series products address this issue by offering the U-Select® Control, which gives the user the ability to choose optimal temperature modes that keep food and beverages fresher longer. For example, Root Cellar Mode has a temperature range of 45°F – 55°F to mimic the cool dark cellars which are ideal for maintaining the crispness of potatoes, onions, and carrots. The U-Select® Control also offers specialty settings such as the Energy Saver setting, which reduces the amount of energy the unit consumes. In fact, U-Line has the largest energy efficient undercounter offering in the industry!
U-Line’s 3000 Series products are available in stainless steel or integrated panel finishes. The interiors feature tempered glass shelves, full-extension glide wine racks, and bins that are easily removable for cleaning. The 3000 Series product line integrates into a standard 24” cabinet depth and is offered in 18”, 24”, and 36” widths.
Point-of-use refrigeration is the perfect solution for a modern lifestyle. It redefines the concept of luxury by providing efficient and versatile solutions for healthy living. U-Line continues to empower homeowners and gives designers the ease to create functional, user-friendly spaces.